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Vol. 30 - No. 24 - December 4, 2003 haasitsa "Interesting News" an'""k wm ad , "'á;;s ' Nuu-chah-nulth protest >>1 health care cuts By Denise Ambrose Tramper emerged from the building, Central Region Reporter quickly accepted the letters then retreated back to the building past the booing crowd. She delivered the letters Victoria - Hundreds of concerned that afternoon in the legislature during citizens arrived at the Parliament question period. Building out November 20th in an effort The two year -old WCGH has already to save hospitals and health care 'temporarily' closed 19 beds due to services from the effects of Premier Vancouver Island Health Authority " Campbell's budget slashing. Budget cuts. VIHA proposes cutting Port Alberni residents started the 'SOS' another nine acute care beds at WCGH (Save our Services) Cavalcade at the sending jobs, services and patients to West Coast General Hospital (WCGH); Nanaimo. new hospital that faces more bed The small Tofino General Hospital also closures and, according to some, faces cutbacks that would have complete closure. deep impacts on the outlying communities of They drove in a kilometers long lesquiaht. Hot Springs Cove and convoy, lights flashing, stopping in Ahousaht. Bev Hanson, an Ahousaht ilia along the way to allow member, has been working others to join. at the hospital in the cooking and housekeeping department. She says she Bev Hansen, an Ahousaht Ha- ho -payuk dancers perform for government officials in Victoria. will lose her job on January 9 and her employee at hospital, said See First Nations thank Eagle Rock supporters story on Page 9 Torso duties will be placed on the remaining ten beds at Torino General may employees whose hours have also been close, meaning patients in cutback There will be no more hot Hesquiaht and Ahousaht face a breakfasts; patients instead will get Atleo elected to AFN continental breakfasts. Hansen said minimunAkiinvel time of three to By David Wiwchar going to monitor that balancing there would be more duties placed on a five hours to Port Alberni and an Southern Region Reporter extremely closely, inviting feedback and matter number of staff working fewer additional hour to Nanaimo. advice." said Atleo. "Because the hours. "Everyone will be running Vancouver - The Nuu-chah-nulth song position doesn't stan until January. I around like chickens with their heads cut Protesters gathered on the front steps of echoed through the lobby and corridors have time to fully understand the scope off. said Hansen. the legislature shortly after 1:00 p.m. of the elegant Renaissance Hotel last of mien and responsibilities, and will be There are about ten beds in the Tofino The Raging Grannies were on hand week, as delegates celebrated the attending the AFN confederacy meeting Hospital she said, and some are singing songs of health service woes. A election of Shawn Aller (A -in -shut) as in Ottawa in two weeks before the work supposed to close. For patients in 'drunken' effigy of Premier Campbell Regional Vice-Chief for the Assembly really begins," he said. Hesquiaht to Ahousaht, this means e staggered through the crowds with his of First Nations (AFN). minimum travel time of three to five martini glass urging the crowd to heckle Atleo eliminated four competitors over "I really appreciate the support hours to Pon Alberni and an additional him three ballots to win the election, and the of the five Central Region First hour to Nanaimo. Hansen say TGH is The Hupacasath canoe arrived by position of AFN Vice Chief representing already sending maternity cases to Pon Nations who nominated me," he oiler carrying Ed 'Tat' Tatoosh and all BC First Nations at the national level said, adding he plans to work Port Alberni Mayor Ken McRae and for the next three years. extremely hard for them as he 4000 letters of protest. MLA Gillian continued on page 8 "It's pretty overwhelming to have continues in the male as received support from all over BC," said NTC Atleo, who topped each ballot, beating Central Region co-chair, and will out Debra Hanuse on the first, Bill also work extremely hard for all JA Wilson on the second, and Robert BC First Nations in his new role Shintah on the third ballot counted late as Vice Chief. ' th ft on Tuesday, November 20. "I really appreciate the support of "The Soowahlie proudly endorsed your the five Central Region First Nations candidacy because we believe that you who nominated me." he said, adding he carry the teachings, leadership skills, plans to work extremely hard for them and experience required to represent u as he continues in the role as NTC effectively within the AFN, BC and rIn Central Region co-chair. and will also Canada," Stette Chief Doug Kelly wrote work extremely hard for all BC First in mail to Atleo. "We believe that Nations in his new role as Vice Chief. youarea strong and diplomatic voice of "I spoke a lot with Nuu -chah -nulth reason that will help First Nations in BC leaders about balancing the two roles, to resolve political differences. Through and I'm grateful for the support and your leadership, we will find a good The Ilupac oath canoe arrived by trailer carrying Ed `Tat' Tatoosh encouragement, especially from the way to advance our collective interests and Port Alberni Mayor Ken McRae and 4000 letters of protest. Central Region First Nations, and we're continued on page 2

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Nuu- chah -ninth Tribal Council's history reproduced without written expressed her condolences to the family writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the Ntri and future happened at Maim Mahs last of the into Monica Charleson. j a permission from: chale -nulth Tribal Council or its member First Nations. week as Nuu- chah -ninth leaders debated Transition Committee Coordinator, Nuudbah -nuhh Tribal Council important changes facing NTC. Doug Kelly delivered his long awaited P.O. Box 1383, With Huu- ay -aht, Uchucklesaht and report. Doug Kelly is a consultant from Port Alberni, B.C. Toquaht announcing they will be Nuu- chah -nulth -ath Womb Resources Ltd Ile was hived pursuing their own federal funding V9Y 7M2. by the NTC to work with representatives agreements, leaders had to decide how Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 . Living Away from each of the member First Nations the bal council will change to (250) 723 -0463 to come up with recommendations for Fax: accommodate individual First Nation Web www:nuuchahmalth.otg alternate program and funding ^ s page: From Home autonomy. `,_+.n arrangements. Three First Nations (Huu - Ta A Transition Committee was formed ay -aht, Uchucklcsaht and Toquaht) have ` st' rates: Scheduled Meetings four months ago, and brought their final 2003 Subscription served notice that they will he report to the table, outlining three Os, _ tf 530.00 per year in Canada & $35. withdrawing from the CFNFA (Canada passible options for the restructuring of Nelson Kedah leads a song to help lift spirits at a difficult meeting. /year U.S.A. and $40. /year foreign Campbell River First Nations Funding Agreement) the NTC. and other factors. The committee took option would permit First Nations countries. Payable to the Nuu-ehah- United Church, 415 Pinecrest Rd. effective March 31, 2004. to on the challenge with the theme: withdraw completely from the NTC. nulth Tribal Council. Date: December 10 Kelly says the there will be change, and With Huu- ay -aht, Uchueklesaht Building one mind, one body and one Option one calls for keeping the NTC Time: 3:00 to 8:00 pm with change comes fear. Before coming spirit and the objective of keeping Nuu - intact with its fourteen member nations. Manager /Editor, and Toquaht announcing they to today's meeting, he said he heard a chah- ninth together. 'From our common culture, the NTC Southern Region Reporter will be pursuing their own rumour that the NTC would be breaking Ile warned the table to be careful when would build political strength. David Wiwchar Nanaimo federal funding agreements, up today. Ile said today is about coming making their decisions with respect to Respecting diversity the NTC would 1250)724-5757 Mt. Benson Royal Canadian had to how the up with new ways to deliver programs leaders decide change. Ile said there are benefits to permit multiple funding and treaty Fax: (222511)723 -0463 Legion, Branch 8256 and services to meet the needs of the I1á tribal council will change to keeping the central organization (NTC) agreements.' n erg (1 -r) New AFN Regional Vice Chief Shawn Atleo accepts a drum from people. iwchot(iOnmrhahnulth 1630 East Wellington Road, accommodate individual First intact. First Nations with smaller Option two says some First Nations as and Jack assist in the Members of the Transition committee Sto:lo Chief Doug Kelly Cliff Atleo Sr. Jerry Date: December 12 population, for example, would have may withdraw from the NTC Society Nation autonomy. often straggled to meet their mandate, Administration Assistant acceptance protocols at last week's First NAtions Summit meeting. Time: 300 pm 8:00 pm difficulty programs and but would cooperate on issues of - sand Kelly. It was challenging because providing Agate Watts services to its members at the same level common concern such as Usma, NETS, "I'11 ensure that I do whatever possible Tseshaht Elder Bob Thomas offered the the comminee had to take into (250)724 -5757 Atleo elected to AFN welcome and opening prayer for the that the NTC currently provides. Staying NEDC and other NTC programs and to support the BC First Nations. Just as Victoria consideration the diversity in each Fax: (2501723 -4463 November 19 -21 NTC meeting. together would also give member nations see, lees continued from page 1 unity is an issue with Nuu -chah- nulth, it Location: Queen of Peace Church community in terms of population, hashìhh(awoocluehnedtlt tip Executive Director Florence Wylie political strength. The third option allows member First is issue across the province and the 849 Old Esquimalt Road community remoteness, treaty progress, are her report on how motions Transition Committee members were: Nations to withdraw completely horn nether. We confident that you will nuunntry,u addressing those issues will delivered Central Region Reporter Date: December 18 Ahousaht - Dave Jacobsen the Tribal Council and negotiate be able to help our National Executive be one of my first priorities," said Atleo. Denise Ambrose a Time: 4:00 to 8:00 pm Ditidaht - Jack Thompson separate funding and treaty agreements. to find common ground amongst "My job is ta help overcome oppression (250) 725 Fax: (250)725 -2110 Ehattesaht- Victoria Wells Delegates took the day to discuss the -2120- diverse range of opinions and beliefs. of the past, and address the cunt dereise(p;nuuehahnulth.otg Hesquiaht- Joe Tom three options. 'heur! Unity, while a meaningful goal, is not challenges in our communities, and do Vancouver =.,. -: : Hupacasath - Hugh Watts Ahocsaht Tyre Ha'wilth, Earl achieved by debate but rather through I BC what can to help facilitate unity in Vancouver Friendship Centre implored the table and action to advance . H.-ay-alit - Robert Dennis Maquiona George Northern Region Reporter concerted effort as we need to strengthen each other as 1607 E. Hastings Street Kyuquot/Cheklesaht - Cynthia Carlos not to fight about the issue at hand and Brian Tate our collective interests. Congratulations First Nations, and have a more powerful Date: December 19 MowachahbMuchalaht - Ben Jack to be respectful of each other and their (250) 203 -2012 - Fax 1250) 283 -7339 mt your election and we look forward to voice in Victoria and Ottawa," he said. Nuchatlaht- Walter Michael opinions. When the NTC'. first formed, hbtnte(n,nuuchahmdth.ory working with you," he said Time: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tla -o- qui -aht - Moses Martin Simon Lucas said. the goal was to Toquaht - Bert Mack achieve self- gmenumb or sell, Audio / Video Technician Seattle k, Tseahaht - Richard Watts reliance. Ile asked thet table to take a Mike Watts COMPUTER ERROR Pearl Warren Building Uchucklesaht - Sharon Ryan look at where we are today. (250)724.5757 Taylor "We are extremely weak politically;" Due to a computer error, some Ha- Shilth -Sa subscribers were 606 - 12th Avenue Ucluelet-Norman Fax: (250) 7214463 The committee came up with three he observed, "we allowed our egos to inadvertently deleted or changed back to their old addresses. Ca [email protected] Date: December 20, r restructuring options for the table to get in the way" Be spoke of past Please resubmit your address if you've been missing your pm -8:00 pm Time: 3:00 consider. Two options, Kelly reported political decisions that resulted in the Ha- Shilth -Sa has. You can contact us via or know of someone who would more or less support the Tribal I lk 1 on page 4 any of the addresses listed in column next to this ad. L13 intact The third continued DEADLINE: Port Alberni Hesquiaht Chief Councilor Joe Tom speaks for Hesgniaht Ha'wiih as Council remaining We need your name, full address, phone number, and the First Please note that the deadline for Location: Not yet determined he asks for unity amongst Nuu- chah -nulth Nations submissions for our nest issue is 4:30 Nation you're a member of. Date: Not yet determined TO THE CITIZENS OF THE pin on s Friday, December 12, 2003. I lopefully the problem has been resolved, and we thank you for Time: Not yet determined After that date, material submitted & your cooperation and patience. 5th Annual Nanaimo Nuu- chah -nulth MAA -NULTH NATIONS: I mired appropriate. =Mite Yuaraaleedylaeement but. if still CHRISTMAS SINNER (Hun- ay -aht, Ka :'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k'tles7et'h', Toquaht, relevant. will be included in the All of the above meetings 2003 Uchneklesaht and Ucluelet) f ilnvine,,.e. will be provided with a December 12, In an ideal world. submissions would be 3 Christmas dinner so please -8 p.m. be used typed, rather than hand -written. Maa -nulth are developing a legally -recognized society that will For more information please phone Ev 754-4830 Articles can be sent by e-mail to RSVP with Gail Gus @ 1- for treaty negotiation and other purposes. hash ilth@nu uchah nulth.ore 877- 677 -1131 or email: Or Michelle 754 -7540 Maa -nulth invite their citizens to design a logo for the new society. Windows PC t. 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Bring 2 (two) pieces established toll after this - Reporter's availability at the time of All designs will be considered by Maa -nulth shortly of identification. membership with any questions they the e al. closes, and a decision may be expected by no later than _ competition toa .. Editorial space available in the paper. . may have regarding Vic Pearson at la+iwtm,oswaaa ..; l .. caj,== February 15, 2004. If you have any questions, please call - Editorial deadlines being adhered to treaty related business. 250 228 7196 or at 250 752 9435. 4 - Ha-S hilth-Sa - December 4, 2003 Page Ha-Shilth-So - December 4, 2003 - Page 5 Nations as their 'fair share'. Ile warned NTC Future that unless the table comes up with a solution a government official would Treaty Negotiators examine process in Vancouver 3 continued from page determine the amount. Darrell Ross, Tseshaht Treaty Manager. current Tribal Council political Discussions on the Transition Be David Whochar presented a report on the selection milieu.. Individual First Nations want Committee report and its repercussions Southern Region Reporter 1 )a1i. process for Nuu-chah-nulth Chief autonomy so they can move forward to continued on the second day of held a Negotiators, Currently, Archie Little is achieve goals yet we want to keep our meetings. Vancouver -Teary Planners the only Nutochah-nulth Chief 1 collective political strength. he mid. Anne Atleo thanked George for his meeting in Vamoose,, partly so Nam Negotiator, since Nelson Keitlah and '9 do we achieve this. he asked. insightful opinions, before requesting a chah- null1, -aht living in the lower .' How mainland a meeting, and Richard Watts have left their positions as CTtkf lady Sayers, Hupacasath, said financial analysis of the three options. could attend IftT Me Assembly of First NTC Co-chairs. Delegates elected Mike NCN are a collection of interrelated "We need to see the hand numbers partly because Maquinna, Simon Lucas, Cliff Atleo Sr, First Nations and nothing can separate attached Co these options," she said. Nations ACED and BC First Nations and Richard Watts to be the new NCN that. "We can continue to develop "We shouldn't be negotiating this before Summit meetings were happening Chief Negotiators. capacity in our communities and stay we sign off on it," said Uchucklesaht throughout the same week. -The government isn't talking to ns, and strong through unity. We may have had Chief Councilor Charlie Canes. "Three Even though there was some rationale is only prepared to offer us the same as fights in the past but we're still together, tribes have served their one year notice for having the meeting in Vancouver, they've offered to Maa- nett. said supporting one another and we, as NCN and we need to move ahead and get on many negotiators brought forward Richard Watts_ -Their strategy is pretty need to find ways to work together," she with the work," he said concerns of expenditures without clear, and it's also clear that our only said. Asking the table to stay positive, After a break, Wylie continued with results. option is to pursue things through the she reminded everyone Mat we all have NTC business, presenting policy papers JI "We haven't had meetings with the courts," he said. "We're not just meeting for the sake of meeting," said Northern the same goal of resolving aboriginal on the NTC logo use and a Human governments for a while as they've been According to hails. treaty negotiations. rights in our territories Resource policy to the table for their meeting with the Maa-as lth group," said Region co-chair Archie Little. "We have valuable work that needs to and many irony .related measures have Each speaker thanked the Transition approval_ Tseshaht Chief Councillor Dave Watts. be done for the future of our Ha'wiih and our muschum," he said. been cancelled because of the fisheries for their work and mom World Council of Whalen "It's obvious the government wants to Committee Anne Morgan speaks about the Toquaht First Nation's vision ground for the future of our fishermen Representatives front each of the ten and we case many Nuuchah -mesh First Nations expressed a desire to stay together by Tom 'Meas.' Happynook SASS the the take the easy way out have of future for Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council. have launched against the federal and our people," he said. First Nations involved in the NTC choosing Option one. Tseshaht and presentation on recent developments nothing to really discuss with them committee how his grand aunt and government Despite the clear commitment from Fisheries Litigation will meet in Port Mowachaht said their First Nations will within the World Council of Whalers, 300,000 pounds," he said. anyways," he said. 's Point used 111n the second NTC any nations, Ditidaht and Pacheedahl Alberni on December gelt to develop and had a PowerPoint presentation "We didn't get any halibut in Ahousaht uncle who lived at Polly "We're not just meeting for the sake of day of meetings go with option three, complete negotiated an abeyance agreement, further legal strategies. showing pictures from past conferences this year," said fisherman Harold Little, fire o bum their berry patches to meeting," said Northern Region co-chair Fisheries Program Manager Dr. Don separation. Than.. asked for more Delegatou also agreed that perpetuate the berry harvest and keep Hall came to the table o speak on the meaning they will withdraw themselves time so that they may consult with their in Iceland, New Zealand, Scotland, who is both a commercial halibut Archie I ittle. "We have valuable work wildlife in the area. progress of the fisheries lawsuit, saying from the fisheries litigation provided the representatives from each of the seven community. Faroe Islands, and other places. fisherman, and a fishermon who goes out that needs to be done for the future of past and statement federal government provide Ditidaht and NTC Treaty Table First Nations meet in WCW is an umbrella group representing to fish under Ahousaht's communal "This and other examples of our Ha'wiih and our muschum," he the writ of claim We stand before you as a united Port Alberni on December 15th lO Aboriginal use of prescribed fire in documents have been signed and served. Pacheedahl with what they want. group of Hesquialu Ha'wiih and leaders Indigenous whaling cultures around the food -fish permit. "We only get eight or said. Coastal British Columbia forests to "We have three options: negotiate, "Ditidaht and Pacheedaht are very close incorporate information gathered at the to say that we want to stay together as a world, and is run by Menis from his nine days of fishing. You can't make any to a comprehensive Agreementfin- recent treaty planning meetings into a Bay home. money doing that," he said. enhance wildlife," said board chair Ron "We may a document litigate, or accept the status quo," said united groups of Nuu-chah-nulth Brentwood not have revised Strategic Plan, and prepare the Frank, Little. "I really believe the ball is in our Principle, which is an AIP in which all Nations," said Joe Tom, Chief Councilor NTC Fisheries Program Manager, Dr. CHS Report it, but we that says 'treaty' on issues are addressed, and not 'punted' to document for further review and Don Hall presented the fisheries update, After a short break. Community and Tom Wood of the Canadian Wildlife court," he said. for Hempdaht First Nations. have accomplished a lot at this acceptance by the Nutochah-nulth Service spoke about guidelines and "They [federal negotiators] must have final agreement negotiations as with "We talk about unity but we don't starting with an update on the fisheries Human Service (CHS) Board table," said Ahousaht Chief most current AO P',," said Ditidaht / Treaty Planning Table at the next and the official the chairperson Helen Dick presented the recommendations for harvesting seabird some worries about us if they 're practice it," said Tseshaht negotiator litigation, filing of meeting. Negotiator Cliff Atleo Sr.. "In pressuring us to put off our litigation," Pacheedaht representative tier Richard Watts. "Is this really about wish CHS report. eggs. Wood spoke on the of said Dave Watts. "We must hold our Chris ulo. unity or is it about money?" he asked. Fish Farms CHS Program Manager Simon Read importance Ahousaht, we got Lot 363 harvesting eggs appropriate "The strength and the unity of our able Effons to prevent salmon fish boom reported on a recent Social Issues from because of the things that coming into various First Nations' Forum, and an upcoming youth forum, species, taking eggs as early in the is at stake here, and 1 think it's all about from happened at this table. We were Wildfoods products sold at Bay stores season as possible, taking eggs as Clayoquot Sound money," Ile said. territories were discussed, as Mowachaht which will both be pan of an upcoming able to get financing to then s to keep to the NTC table, before quickly as possible, and not causing by Mamook continually StriVeS to create a line of Doug Kelly encouraged the delegates / Muchalaht engaged in a fight port is Submitted Development Wild Solul -bury Vinaigrette. Wild damage to vulnerable habitats and develop lot 363, which off- to of knowing Grieg Seafoods from setting up any of Education Manager Blair Thompson fire' Corporation Blackberry Syrup, Wild Blackberry health natural products. accept the responsibility reserve and because -1 species. land, it's of exactly what they are getting into when Mein seven provincially approved tenures spoke on various local education disturbing mn argo Fruit Spread and Wild Chanterelles CSW has been in existence since most popular the things that happened at this making final decisions. "When you're in their hahoulthee. Many Barkley Sound agreements. Sea Gull eggs are the Clayoquot Sounds Wildfoods (CSW) Mushrooms. 1999, and our Business Coordinator seabird egg ',nested. and Wood table," he making important decisions," he said, First Nations are also working to prevent Tseshaht Chief Councilor Dave Watts said." will be soon arriving at the Hudson They will be sold individually or Calvin Clark brings to our company recommends that all eggs in a small -such as which direction you go in the fish farms from coming into the area, spoke on the recent Elder's Conference Bay Company (NBC) stores on combined in a gift packaged, at the IS years of experience in this ama be harvested so the larger habitat a that says future you better understand everything "We remain adamantly opposed to my held in Chilli. act. and proposed that the We may not have document Vancouver Island. Nanaimo and Victoria Hudson Bay industry. area is not disturbed, and so affected 'treaty' on it, but we have accomplished about the decision soli ve made and fish farms setting up in our territory," NTC made a bid for the 2005 event, CSW is a small First Nations locations. "Our company is operated with the parent groups re-lay their eggs. I Robert which attracts mom than 1000 First at lot at this table," said Ahousaht Chief understand the work and commitment said luu-ay -aht Chief Councilor company in beautiful Clayoquot All the berries and mushrooms for utmost respect, integrity and Nations Elders from around the province Motions Negotiator Cliff Atleo Sr., "In Ahousaht, you must undertake to cam' out your Dennis. Sound. It is owned by Ma-Mook these products have been handpicked, professionalism all to maintain a long and western Canada. A planning The NTC leaders accepted the we got Lot 363 because of the things decision." Halibut Development Corporation (MDC), processed and packaged by members Icon view of environmental First Nations fishermen are angry that committee will be formed to look at Transition Committee Report, and after that happened at this table. We were Jack Thompson, Ditidaht Chief which belongs to the Central Region of the Central Region Nuu-chah-nulth. sustainability in Clayoquot Sound. Councilor, moved to proceed with Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has possible conference sites and proposed much discussion and debate, voted for able to get financing to then develop lot Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations, is done strategically and By doing this we create economic land, and it's Harvesting option one and its associated increased the recreational halibut quota budget. the tribal council to remain intact . 14 363, which is off- rescue Ahousaht, Hesquiaht, TO-o- qui -echt. systematically to ensure the long teen opportunities for our people." recommendations. Judith Sayers of that would have more than doubled the Wildlife Committee First Nations, with a second motion bemuse of the things that happened at Toquaht and [clucks. sustainability a each allo collected We were asked what is success, "to Hupacasath seconded the The First Nations allocation. The third day of discussions began with changing sonic ways business is this table," he said. motion. CSW success is measured by the of the treaty species - we only harvest what we motion will be dealt with on the last day "The decision to set a 12 per cent catch a report from the West Coast Vancouver conducted. Leaders spoke critically Clayoquot Sounds Wildfoods require, nothing more, and nothing proud look that the harvesters, of the meeting. ceiling for the recreational sector does Island Wildlife Advisory Committee and "From our common culture, the NTC process, both for and against, and aired will be soon arriving at less. processors and packaging persons George Watts brought forth a proposal not represent a significant gain for either Canadian Wildlife Service. would build political strength. their frustrations. (CSW) In today's society and current have on their face when they all sec on behalf of the three First Nations that group," DFO Minister Robert Thibault The wildlife committee asked for the Respecting diversity, the NTC would "It's useful to do these kinds of the Hudson Bay Company (HBC) emphasis's natural the end result. We attribute our are withdrawing from the NTC funding tables support in urging governments to permit multiple funding and treaty exercises but at the same time we have stores on N neouni Island. environment said in an October 27th press release. (thank agreements," the motion read to get on with it," said Tseshaht Chief maws. that is what Clayoquot Sound success to them - Kleco Kleco arrangement. Ile said I luu-ar-ahn. "That three percent increase in the continue prescribed burn programs to A negotiating will be set up to Negotiator Richard Warts. "They (BC is about. lchucklesaht and Toquaht would begin recreational quota equals 360,000 enhance wildlife habitat Icon Soon Bay shoppers from Vancouver Wildfoods )3.)." recommend by December 15th, a and Canada) don't want to give its Each of our products is natural, and no If you would like any further negotiating their iron funding pounds, which is considerably mom than "Prescribed bums help natural plants Island will be able to "taste the process that will define how a First anything, and their strategy is to wear us are used to information please contact our agreements on January 1, 2004. Watts the total halibut allocation for BC First come back into our tern!..." said wonders of the Clayoquot Sound artificial ingredients Nation can withdraw from NTC, and down," he said. Coordinator Calvin Clark at offered a funding formula that sets out Nations," said NTC Fisheries Manager Daddies Joe Gray Thorne. "It's good wild". produce them. Business the liabilities and responsibilities oral! Jr., Manager in charge of what portion of the collective NTC Dr. Don Hall. "The current mason& for water, land, plants and animals," he CHITA.. Clayoquot Sound Wildfoods 250-726-2446. groups. The results will be discussed at the NTC Treaty Process presented his budget would go to those three First allocation for all First Nations equals said. oho next NTC Meeting. Arnold Jones told the wildlife report, citing the many challenges facing Treaty Negotiators and the treaty process in B.C. TSESHAHT MARKET -Years ago we thought we would be Degruchy, Norton & Co. able to get so much more than the Unbuckled = Unsafe Nisga'a received, but now we see that might not be possible without going to Wear your seat belt for a safe ride. "specializing in First Nations court or taking direct action," said Atleo. "It's important that we keep to taxation, auditing & Brno our ethics and beliefs as Nuu-chah-nulth in order to stay the course" he said. Dan Legg, CGA, CAFM strategic management a revised FULL SERVICE I Delegates then discussed slay R. Norton, FCGA, CAFM strategic plan throughout the afternoon, GROCERIES, GAS BAR, HOT FOODS, SNACKS planning." Cary McIntosh, CGA, CAFM as they seek a common path towards a & SO MUCH MORE! new agreement-imprinciple. Plans to o 2nd Floor, 4445 Gertrude St develop constitution, or I luptiho mom et operation - '1030e Hours 7:00 am pm Bus.: 724-0185 (250) documents were developed, as were Phone: 724-3944 Port Alberni, B.C. 09Y 617 mai BESTS SRUE HUES 724-1774 a Negotiator E.maìk [email protected] - Web address, www.tseshahtmarket.ca Fax: (250) proposals on new Chief www.icbc.com structure. Page 6 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 December 4, 2003 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 7 Sound Science Symposium: Clayoquot 2003 NTC Post Achieving Healthy Communities Through Science? Education - ha-ho-pa -Secondary Hesquiaht members claim their children By Denise Ambrose have been told to (cave the Ilea Springs Education Scholarship Awards Central Region Reporter they `belong' there. NTC Post -Secondary Scholarship Maroc don't `1 honorary Degrees recognized First Nation Studies- Malaspina "Right now ilk another form of Dr. George Clutai- 1971 -The University University College Teton - How can communities in exploitation just like logging and 4r Ir; Victoria -QUI / and Graduation celebration of TLA.O -AHT Clayoquot Sound prosper in terms of fishing," said one. Dr. George Louie- 1987- The university Scholarship health and wealth yet .support the On the issue of coastal planning, By David Wiwchar of Victoria Eli limo- The John Jacobson Memorial maintenance of healthy ecosystems? Hesquiaht has a mmor concern. They Southern Region Reporter Dr. Judith Sayers- 1993- Queens Scholarship - Donated by Woodward & That was the question on the minds of say all of Hesquiaht territory is zoned as University Associates the people attending the Clayoquot Tree Farm Licenses, Marine Protected slant Mahs - 56 -nulth post- klah- ki.st- kii -sate. Dr. Simon Lucas- 2002- Catherine Manin- The Bank of Montreal Sound Science Symposium 2003 held at Nuu -chah Areas, mining claims, parks, leases and secondary students were honoured on The University of British Columbia Scholarship Tin Wis resort November - 27. more. They want more control of their Graduates Organized by the Clayoquot Alliance November 20th for excelling in, or Ha- hulthi and want their land removed AHOIISAHT Sandra Ambrose- Diploma in First for Research, Education and Training completing their stadia. horn tree farms and parks status. Scholarships Nations Child & Youth Core- Malaspina (CARET), a partnership between Four Honorary Doctorates were Someone in Ahousahl is concerned Ruby Ambrose- The Best Western University College Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT), the recognized before three masters degrees about balance of the food chain due to Chateau Granville Scholarship Doreen Provenchec- Diploma in Central Region Chiefs and the (Wilma Keitlah, Verena Wilhelmson, mismanagement. They said many A Mamie Adams - The John Thomas Business- Camosun College University of Victoria (Nice, local and Shawn Allen; and numerous species are protected based on their Memorial Scholarship than 111 community members of were invited to Tseshaht artist Gordon Dick (second from right) celebrates mural Bachelors Degree and Diploma importance to mainstream society. Cathryn Hale- The Alfred Keidah Jr. Scholarships partake in a wide variety of discussions. unveiling with (1 -r) parents Wayne and Audrey Cartlidge, Programs. 'Whales and sea otters are protected Memorial Scholarship Johnny Mack- The Dan David Sr. CARET prefaced the meetings by and -The Elders who educated me are the because the tourists love them; said an grandfather Alan Dick, partner Geraldine Arlen. Melanie Hansen- The Neu- chah -ninth Memorial Scholarship donated by hosting community discussions in real doctorates of our culture," said Ahousahl member, 'but the otters are General Scholarship- Education - Rosenberg & Rosenberg October and November in Ahnsaht, Simon Lucas, who received an honorary wiping out urchins, abalone, clam and Donated by the NTC Fund Leah The Nuu -chah -nulth Tnfino mural doctorate from British Pension Mack- I lot Springs Cove, and Unlock Gordon Dick unveils the University of crab, -food sources o her species are NTC Post Secondary Education lack Little Jr.- The Nuu- chah -ninth Economic Development Corporation to gather grass roots thoughts and ideas Columbia last year. "I have spoken all dependent on.' By Wiwchar "Everything has a spirit, and that's Advisor Kelly Johnsen presents a Economic Development Corporation Scholarship on such issues as community health, David over the world about the things I They asked how First Nations were Southern Region Reporter e of the things I'm trying to show Scholarship Graduates tourism and coastal zone planning. learned from the Elders. 1 didn't go to print to Verena Wilhelmson able to live here for hundreds of years here." said Dick. "Pm trying to Donna Samuel- The Tommy lack. Leah Mack- Bachelor of Business Those meetings gave focus to the three - high school, but I really encourage recognizing her Masters of with minimal effect on nature. "Why is translate the things I've seen Memorial Scholarship- Donated by Nuu - Administration - St. Francis Xavier day symposium where scientists and Port Alberni -A large classroom at everyone to finish high school and go Education degree from Simon that changing now,' asked an Ahousaht with chah nulth Community & Human University academics shared information and ideas the Alberni District Secondary School travelling to the Broken Islands on to postsecondary studies. Don't be member, "We try to manage the are Fraser University Services Board TSESHAHT to improve community development has received a beautiful facelift, as a my grandfather. Our territories shy. You have to be aggressive in this resources but not ourselves " Education Graduates Scholarships through sustainable resource colourful mural by Tseshaht artist amongst the most beautiful places in woad." he said. from the NTC Department. CARET facilitated discussion amongst More than 200 fends and family Dawn Frank- Bachelor of Ans- The Melinda Sinclair. The Daisy Ilm unit Gordon Dick now covers two of its the world, and I was trying to reflect Student who completed diploma locals (both First Nations and non First into Maht Mahs University of Victoria Memorial Scholarship- donated by the management.The comments gleaned at the walls. that in this painting," he said. programs received carved silver embers packed to Nations) and academics. Past and students, and Shawn Alleo- Masters in Global Haiyupis/ Sutherland family community meetings were compiled and The mural was unveiled at one of the pendants. and those who completed cheer for the encourage present research projects were discussed them to reach for even higher heights. Learning & Change (Adult Education) - Irene Robinson- The Bank of Montreal presented in summary form to classroom at ADSS has monthly community dinners degree programs received framed prints and community development and A large The University of Technology, Sydney Scholarship symposium participants. Participants organized by NTC Education worker resource management models from other received a beautiful facelift, as a Wilma Keidah- Masters of Education - Della Preston- The Bank of Montreal minded that the information in Angie Miller. plat represented. colourful mural by Tseshaht Curriculum studies- The university of Scholarship they.summary is not official position of Ed `Tat' Tatoosh and Alan Dick Orgnizers of the symposium will artist Gordon Dick now covers ill Victoria Arianna Watts- The Nuu- chah -nulth the community, hut is input from welcomed everyone into Hupacasath - compile the information gathered over Yl - DITIDAHT Community & Human Services individuals. two of its walls. the three days and provide copies to and Tseshaht territories, and Graduates Scholarship- Science/Nursing People in Ahousaht and Hot Springs local communities. The CBT will use congratulated Good for his work -. Tricia Thorne- Diploma in First Nations Maria Grows- The Budget Can & Truck Cove said they are concerned about the A well known jewellery carver, Dick the information as a guide to future 'Tat' then led the singing nfnhe.Dick:' Child & Youth Care- Malaspina Rental Scholarship issue of culture loss. They felt that spent more man 120 hours on the research activities. family's wolf song and dance, - University College Meth Warts- RG Filler & Associates maintaining a strong Nuu -chah -ninth project over the past few months, and Stan Remind of the CBT says past followed by a dinner song, and a EHATTESAHT Scholarship culture is integral to the creation of the mural depicts a coastal scene, and Clayoquot Sound Research project wonderful dinner prepared by North ra Scholarships Edward Haggard- The Chatwin healthy communities_ They said it is an interplay between the mortal and Scholarship reports are being compiled in a massive Island College chef trainees. Kelly Anne Lucas- The USMA Nuu - Engineering challenging to balance traditional NCN spiritual worlds. database through CARET. Anybody chah -ninth Scholarship Graduates modem culture. culture with Dawn Bachelor of Arts Degree with a computer can access the Graduates Foxcrofl- Other issues raised were Victoria information on the website. A me -stop Dawn Amos- Bachelor of Arts Degree - - The University of domestic/industrial pollution, rat Bachelor for past projects will aim- cap -mis The University of Victoria Kelly Porter (Foxero0)' of drug addiction 'shop' research Sports - infestation. aleAul Institute eliminate wasteful HESQUTAHT Fine Arts Degree- Emily Can ogee First Nations pens and older, duplication Researchers will know ahead of time Scholarships of Art & Design dwindling health care services, Watts- Bachelor of Arts in First what kind of work has been carried out Hesquiaht Lady Braves Open Linda Lucas- The USMA Nuu -chah- Helen ;table ahtrdahle housing, violence ( University and will better idea of what nulth Scholarship Nation Studies- Malaspina and poverty. haves should he done next. April Charleson -The Nuu- chah -ninth College Many community members expressed Basketball Tournament MI of Arts Ucgroc- Rod Dobell, Professor of Public Policy, Economic Development Corporation Victoria Watts- Bachelor concern about the tourism industry. "The Elders who educated me are the real doctorates of our culture," College IiVic says input from this symposium December 12, 13, 14 - Port Alberni Athletic Hall Scholarship Malaspina University They say tourists visit all over an from the will give direction to mission research said Simon Lucas, who received honorary doctorate Emily Recalma- The RMA Consulting UCHUCKLESAHT Clayoquot Sound, some with tour 8 Men's Teams. 5350 Entry Fee, $1000 1st Prize, (Based on R Men's to projects in Clayoquot Sound. He said a University of British Columbia last year. "I didn't go high school, Scholarship- donated by Ron Moo Scholarships guides. First Nations arc disturbed that Teams) The Degmchy Norton current project impact to finish high school and go on to Graduates Tina Robinson- & tour operators make up that studies the of but I really encourage everyone some local $100 deposit due on December 5, 2003 to confirm your entry Human Scholarship tourism on community health would studies," he said. Linos Lucas - Diploma in stories about Nth - chah -mulm culture. post -secondary Nuuchah -ninth benefit from the information. Absolutely no teams will be accepted after December 5 Services- Malaspina University College Sabrina Halvorsen -The Further, artifacts have been stolen from & Human Services more information about the Colleen Charleson- Bachelor of Social Community burial and old village sites. For 5 Women's Teams, $300 Entry Fee, $600 1st Prize, (Based on 5 Women's organisation, and projects in Clayoquot Work - The University of Manitoba Scholarship- Science/Nursing They say the tourists are plundering Teams) Sound, visit the website: Karen Chan eson- Bachelor of Fdncation tiCLUELET traditional food sources and leaving $100 deposit due on December 5, 2003 to confirm your entry Scholarships v..claysqu tallies ce.avk.embympmiu NITFP - The University of British their garbage and 'crap' in their wake,. -The Renate Shearer m2203. Absolutely no teams will be accepted after December 5 Columbia Amber Seuerinson Scholarship donated by Sou - 3 All Native Junior Girls Teams, 5100 Entry Fee, (Based on 3 Jr. Teams)I Laura Graves - Bachelor of Ans in First Memorial chah-nulth Community & Human S I00 deposit due on December 5, 2003 to confirm your entry Nation Studies- Malaspina University Services Board Absolutely no teams will be accepted after December 5 College Karla Point- Bachelor of Arts Degree- Crystal Mastrangelo- The Nuuchah- Make money order out to Lady Braves Basketball & send to The University of Victoria nulth General Scholarship- Donated by Anita Charleson, P.O. Box 332 Ucluelel, B.C., VOR 3A0 Amanda Sabbas- Bachelor ePArts in the NTC Pension Fund For more info contact Anita Charleson CO 250 726 -2409 or Education- Washington State University Lorraine Mundy- The Bank of Montreal Connie Charleson Ca? 250 751 -3341 HUE -AY -AHT Scholarship Scholarships Moira Currey- The Nuu-chah -ninth Scholarship- Education - 2nd Annual RDH Memorial Ball Hockey Tournament John Jack- The Degruchy Norton General Scholarship Donated by the NTC Pension Fund January 23 - 25, 2004 Stephanie Williams- The Si mesh -math Graduates Diploma in First Nadine (Souks leads a discussion on First Nations culture. Chemainus First Nation Community Centre General Scholarship- Donated by the Amber Severinson- NTC Pension Fund Nations Child & Youth Care- Malaspina Men: (based on 10 teams), 11,000 - 19 WO -2nd place, slim 3rd place place, Graduates University College Martyn Aim - Anthropologist & Researcher in First Women: (lased on 6 teams), 5600 - IA place, 5400 - 2201 place, 5250 - 3ro place Cynthia Rayner- Bachelor of Ans in Moira Currey- Bachelor of Arts martyn .aim @anthropology.usyd.edu.au Entry fee for the men is 5300 and S250 for the women. Entry fee is due prior to Marketing- Malaspina University Nation Studies- Malaspina University your first game. If you wish toaster please call Desiree Samuel (250) 724-6041 or College College cell: (250) 725 -8101 cell (250) 720 -3937 or Marla Sampson (250) 245 -4512 or cell (250) 416 -9114 or Eat'ya:'k't'h /Chetk'tles7et'h' Verena Wilhelmson- Masters of email desiree angel harrisfirhanail.cem. Graduates Education- Simon Fraser University of Arts in Lorraine Mundy accepts the Bank of Montreal Scholarship Jennifer duBourg- Bachelor Page 8 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 -- Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 - Page 9 Friends of Clayoquot Sound and If Ou? Oh' First Nations Thank Eagle Rock Supporters Members Target ' HOSPITAL Tla -o- qui -aht .1

t' h . - ' á'arii/' By Denise Ambrose Rock. ti. . lm r Interfor Customers in Japan Central Region Reporter She praised the leadership of Ucluelel i and Hupacasath First Nations as being By Denise Ambrose Central Region Board rejection. TI-71 a hatter way ahead fñ Victoria - I lupasasalh and Ucluelel far sighted, `finding Central Region Reporter responded by serving Interfor an eviction hosted a reception at the lavish Laurel and going for it'. "You look ahead and notice from Tla- ogoh ant traditional Point Inn to acknowledge those that see a sustainable future for the people," Sound territory. she said. She noted that there is a seat w Torino -Friends of Clayoquot siv supported the progress of Eagle Rock a Rock reserved for a (FOCS), an environmental organization Despite their problems with Interfor, c fy Materials Ltd., a company they share in on the Eagle board are touring Japan this week in an effort TFN Chief, Council and hereditary partnership With Polaris Minerals. Tseshaht representative. to get corporate customers of Interfor to Chiefs were unaware until recently of Hupacasath Chief Judith Sayers said the Campagnola acknowledged First { cancel their contracts. Tla- o- qui -aht the purpose of the Martin's trip to Japan. company has coached a major milestone Nations have been self governing since in its receipt environmental time immemorial and she said while the members Joe Martin and his daughter "Tla- o-qui -aht I I:i with met on Monday of ,fll( two First Nations must assume risks Gisele are accompanying the group to or Tuesday and they (Joe and Giselle) not approvals from the provincial associated with a new business venture.. educate consumers about `ancient are there on their own, they have no government, but there is more to do. "September 23 and 24 are memorable they would also assume potential temperate rainforests and the ecological authority to speak on behalf of all Tlaó- days for Eagle Rock," she said, "on the benefits. "On behalf of all British and social effects of logging them.' qui -aht," said Chief Councillor, Moses Colombian I wish you well and Martin. 23r f received our Environmental "Our traditional rights to the land are Assessment Ticket and on the 24th the congratulate you." Don MacMillan of Interfor said he only being violated by Interfor who now Minn Act Permit effectively saying we Sayers and Tyson Touchie presented I, Gently teamed of the trip to Japan and have cut permits approved by the have the go ahead from British wood carved plaques of the Eagle Rock Tyson Touchie and Judith Sayers present hand caned Eagle Rock says his company has received calls government on our territory. We are here Columbia." She said they are now logo to its guests of honour. Sayers also plaques their honoured guests. from customers there. He said to reveal to these companies that waiting for approvals from California to presented a hand sequined Eagle Rock customers are calling with the idea that design that she personally made to Interfor s actions are socially unethical secure ports. "We may only get MLA Gillian Dumper and the provincial Tyee Ili width Lawrence lack of all Clayoquot Sound First Nations are f Campagnola. and under the current law, illegal, three but that will be good enough," she government. Ucluelel presented eagle feathers to involved in the protest against Interfor. Receiving gifts were BC Minister of making their tenure invalid," Joe Manin said. Sayers offered her gratitude to everyone Polaris Executives and staff saying he Hesquiaht First Nation, who is currently performed a Energy and Mines, Richard Neufeld; is quoted as saying in a FOCS press m payuk students that facilitated the progress of Eagle appreciates what the company is doing involved in business activities with the introduced Chairman of Alberni Clayoquot Regional release. Alberni MLA Gillian Tramper quickly accepted the letters then welcome dance and Sayers Rock from the people of Port Alberni for for his people. He said the teelskin company, responded with a letter of Lt. Governor of British Columbia, District, Derek Appleton; Port Alberni retreated back to the Legislature past the booing crowd. the letters of support to government leaders feathers symbolize his wish for good support Mayor, Ken McCrae; Minister Stan "Interfor is damaging the environment for Interfor. lona Campagnola. Campagnols for approvals. luck for the recipients. care. "You want to save the hospital, acknowledged each group in attendance, Hagan, Maureen Sager of the Alberni and violating our human rights to "Interfor's logging of Clayoquot Hospital Protest Minister No field called the project a Ha -ho -pay& students heated their the services, doctors and lives, you thanking them for being there. She Environmental Coalition; Bob Cole of practice our culture. Part of our culture Sound's ancient temperate rainforest in $100 million investment that will audience to a performance of their play, from page 1 here because you care about people and thanked the Coast Salish people for the Alberni Chamber of Commerce; is to be responsible for our future -aht territory is ecologically continued provide jobs for 100 years to up to 80 Animal Kingdom. The appreciative -qui lives," she said. She informed the permitting the celebration in their Elver. Edwards- Mailloux who assisted generations, so it is our responsibility to Alberni. people, "permanent, well paying jobs," crowd rewarded them with a standing unsustainable and undermines the goals with the public consultation process; crowd that WCGH services nine First traditional territory and she congratulated He said. ovation. be asking for international help on this of our communities," says Diego A. Former NDP MLA Gerard Janssen said Nations and the government has a the partnership and progress of Eagle rate.- Gisele Martin said in Japan, Garcia, Forest Campaigner for Friends he was at the protest to save WCGH. responsibility to them. "Don't pass the lthough it was not mentioned whom of Clayoquot Sound. "Companies in "When I was MLA and Gillian was she warned. T'aatnee ?is Daycare - Raffle Ticket she made the to. Mayor of Pon Alberni I remember her buck," comments Japan have the right to know that they Prise Winners ATTENTION Hesquiaht Band Members arc inadvertently supporting Interfor's demanding that there be not one bed less Tla- o-qui -aht First Nation is currently Draw Date was Nov.14,2003 Recently, the Hesquiaht Council approved the implementation of an Education unethical actions and the destruction of Man 53 at WCGH, now they're talking embroiled in a dispute with the Thank you to everyone who showed their support, it was very much Policies and Procedures manual. This manual includes within it, how members dwindling intact ancient rainforests," he about closing it!" company over cut permits that were appreciated. qualify for funding, application processes, and funding rates. The areas of education said. NDP MLA Jenny Kwan emerged from approved by the province despite covered arc as follow school supplies private school funding, the legislative building to a round of Robinson OST/TVT funding, post secondary application le,process, ABE, donations and applause. "Joy McPhail and I will do Ist Prise - Native Design Drum - Margaret education programs. This manual was developed in order to help regulate the our best to represent you and hold the 2nd Prue - Sever Pendant - Ed Frost First Nations Activists Successfully disbursement of education funds and ensure that the process is fair and equitable. I government accountable," she promised. 3rd Prize - Natoo Design Photo Albums - Darrell Rosa would like toga feedback from membership on this manual and have developed a She said she would bring the message of Target Interfor in Japan questionnaire, which can be mailed, the people to the legislature that day and A huge gratitude of appreciation to the following people for then mailed of done over the phone. If you are interested in providing feedback on the demand the Liberals keep their hands off Interfor Accused of Social Injustice, donations; manual or would like more information about the changes, please feel free o contact health care services, like they promised Dick Silver Pendant is Gordon - me @ 723 -8403 or [email protected]. Your input appreciated. Illegal Tenure In their campaign. Unsustainability, and Patrick Amos - Painted Native Design on a drum Please note: do not forward your post- secondary application to the Hesquiaht Band Donna Brett, Community Health Care Doreen Charleson - Native Design Photo Albums Education department. Friends of Clayoquot Sound co-tour company Tlaook Cultural office. Please send it to the NTC Post Secondary Committee reminded everyone that the for Education) Press Release Adventures, worries about the future Lynette Barbose (Hesquiaht Councillor responsible people of Port Alberni raised the money Sincerely, VPEC of her people: "Interfor is damaging for its hospital saying, "We knew we TOFINOITOKYO - Friends of the environment and violating our First would have to pay or our services and Clayoquot Sound and First Nations a lot Nations rights to practice our culture," we did." She complained that these We have been hearing activists returned home from a says Gisele Manin. "Part of our culture things that Pon Alberni fought for could Congratulations successful Japan market campaign tour MLA Jenny Kwan promises to recently about Land Use Plans. is to he responsible to our future be tom away and sent to Ramona. today. The activists met with major bring the message of the people What is a Land Use Plan? generations, no it is our responsibility nowHupacasath Chief Judith Sayers praised Shawn Atleo But corporate customers of International to he asking for international help on the people for being there because they to the legislature And how does it effect you, your family and the Forest Products (Interfor) in Japan and on your recent election this issue." generations to come? asked them to stop buying Interfor's "Interfor destroys an area of ancient as Regional Vice Chief of the wood products, citing the socially ATTENTION CURRENT OR PROSPECTIVE rainforest equal to about 500 football Assembly of First Nations. There is to be a "Special" Band Meeting for Tseshaht Members unethical and ecologically going fields every year in Clayoquot Sound," NTC POST SECONDARY STUDENTS December 9, 2003 6 pm at the Somass Hall irresponsible actions of the logging Tuesday says Dan Lewis, Japan Campaigner for The annual post secondary funding application deadline is coming up on company in Clayoquot Sound. Several We are confident that you will represent our people well. the Friends of Clayoquot Sound. "We 31, 2004. All students interested in attending college and or university We have the coffee on! Japanese companies will be pursuing January Chief Councillor, a ant to Japan because Inlerfor's starting next September 2004 need to submit a complete application by this Best wishes from Dave Watts, We are bringing in refreshments, and invite ALL community members to the issue and Japan's Ministry of answer unethical actions have put into date. received January 31, 2004 will not be considered, and on behalf of the Tseshaht Council, comfortable and casual meeting at the Somass Hall. To share our concerns, Forests has contacted the Canadian Applications after question the future of their right to log application your questions and together help decide what our priorities are for the next few Embassy regarding Media. students will be asked to reapply for the next funding deadline of and the people of the Tseshaht community. in Clayoquot Sound and continue the January 31, 2005. years. "Our traditional rights to the land are and participate in this process. unsustainable harvest of scarce intact Applications can be (bond at Malaspina College by Marie Scorers, the First We wish to help you better understand being violated by Interfor who now Lisa Gallic would like to help you to understand rainforests," says Lewis. at Patricia Watts, Darrell Ross and have cut permits approved by the Nations Advisor's, door; through the First Nations Office (amino.' College; AGAIN" and a little bit about how that affects the Reffeml Process. The Tla o-qui -ant First Nations issued your First Nation, or by calliug/emailing the directly. r "OPEN Land Use Plans government on our territory. We through NTC have Information will be presented in many different formats, from maps and shop an eviction nonce to Interfor in July You can also download forms from the NTC Websire al www.nuuchahnulth.org resealed to these companies that presentations to information packages with handouts. to help everyone understand due to the company's refusal to consult and follow the links to Post Secondary Education. THE BLUE ROOF" Interfor 's actions are socially unethical "UNDER simplest terms. about and accommodate their Land Use Plans in the most and under the current law, illegal, You can email Kelly or Vicky at the NTC at [email protected] and rights It is Time to be Heard! Aboriginal and title. The watts @nnchahnulth.org or call us at (250) 724 -5757. that your making their tenure invalid," says Tla- We need the help and participation Mall community members to ensure eviction notice and Interfor's failure to Students currently in funding please keep in mind that you need to apply EACH Land Use o-qui -ale Master Canoe Carver Joe needs are met and your voices are included to help shape the Tseshaht meet its legal obligations put into YEAR to continue funding. Continuing students may be eligible for summer Martin, who returned from Japan today mi The store at Esowista Plan. question the legality of the company's since the with his daughter Gisele. They have 2004 studies, if so, make sure to check off the box marked May /August. Your input helps us to shape how our values and needs have changed forest tenure. Both the government and the September 2004 - spent the last 2 weeks mating with Otherwise, check off box for Fall/Winter presentation of our first Land Use Plan. Interfor arc now avoiding court rulings new! Japanese corporate customers of April 2005. Smokes, pop and goodies, and much more that from 2002 stating that failure to Interfor, Indigenous Rights Groups, Kelly Johnsen - kellyj @nuuchahulth.org coast. Please Join Us! consult and accommodate First Best prices on the industry representatives, and making Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council Post Secondary Counsellor Tuesday, December 9, 2003 Nations may make tenures invalid. NTC Education Message Board - Please drop by and visit We welcome all old and new customers! public presentations in Tokyo. At the Somass Hall Gisele Martin, owner and operator of hltp:// www. nuuchahnulth.org/cgi- bin/yabb/YaBB.pl Page 10 - Ha- Shilth -Ss. - December 4, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 - Page 11

se Nuu- chah -nulth Youth Forum: N88 Suk sap ti sti ^ Nah shook sup beta mutt stet Westcoast Vancouver Island Wildlife National Addictions "STRENGTHENINGi Planning our Futures OUR INNER SPIRIT" Advisory Committee (Wcviwac) Hosts by Martin, By Brian Tate and Denise Ambrose or improvement of effective programs Submitted Mary resources. Our resources are what give us Wildlife Management Forum Awareness Week Central Region Support Worker strength i.e. family member, culture, Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporters and services. The youth were invited to spiritual beliefs, nature. Healing is The Westcoast Vancouver Island Wildlife Each of the working groups then share ideas to achieve those goals and a Naa lok sap ti need (Strengthening Our respectful & gentle process. Advisory Committee facilitated e presented their discussion on the four Port Alberni - Approximately 40 Nuu - also to support the NTC Mission By Brian Tate know we care and worry about you," he Inner Spirit) was the focus of the Central The god in this conference was to build wildlife forum on November 4th and 5th questions. This activity resulted in a chah-nulth youth and their chaperones Statement "The NTC continues to Northern Region Reporter said. Regions Residential School Conference strong container for people, to move out at the Cowichan Tribe Omen. Dining number of ideas for elk management and facilitators Rose Guerin converged on Malo Mahs gymnasium promote the economic, social, physical, Hall in Duncan. This event was a After dinner the held a Weigh West Marine Resort in of trauma and focus on our resources.. First Nation participation in elk fora one -day planning forum on cultural development of its membership. bean- In front of approximately 130 and Sue Johnson along with Jerry Jack Torino on November 13A & 14th. About Grounding exercises were a key in this follow -up to the Elk forum held in May management. It also raised number of November 24. As the first people of this area we are people children from Ray Watkins presented framed pictures to several forty participants enjoyed topics such as: conference and gentle reminders of our of this year in Campbell River that questions that need to be answered as we Elementary School paraded into the individuals in the Mowachahe/Muchaleht NTC Social Development Coordinator, responsible for our own destinies, Traditional & Natural Medicines by Nora focus. brought Nuu- chah -nulth and Kwaguilih move forward in developing a wildlife gymnasium to the heat of a community in recognition of their Nene VanVolsen welcomed the delegates survival and well -being." Martin, Reiki by Sal Frank, Barb Atleo & What is trauma? When there is a loss of a First Nations together to discuss the declaration and assuming our traditional Mowaehaht/Muchalaht song. Rose healthy life style and for being positive and told them they were there because Delegates were asked to consider Irene Williams, Native Teachings, sense of safety, orientation in time and traditional and contemporary importance role as stewards of our wildlife resource. of elk Guerin, Sue Johnson, and Ivan Wells led role models. their leaders care about them. "At the current social issues such as: High Language by Levi Martin & Ann space. When trauma hover, there is an to their peoples and the A draft Wildlife Declaration was importance of having First Nation presented for the way holding a banner that had been "I am in total support of this event AGM in Gold River last September you infant mortality rate, large youthful Morgan, Virtues & Weaving by Mary experience of powerlessness or consideration and Martin and Wax involvement in elk management on discussion on the second day of the made by the children for this special tonight, for I too was addicted to the leaders were concerned about issues that population, high unemployment rates, Hand Therapy by Lavern helplessness. To restore the losses a Frank. Vancouver Island. The Duncan forum forum. At the direction of the occasion firewater and have been sober for 14 young people face," she said in her high poverty rates, high suicide rates, transformation is when confidence is was organized to include all Vancouver WCVI WC. this declaration was drafted The banner read `National Addictions years now," said Max Savoy after opening remarks. Things like family housing shortage, high incarceration Chief Hiss (Ray Stitcher) of l loo restored, i.e. an awareness of a wide quiaht welcomed the participants who range choices and options. "Trauma is Island First Nations, to focus on all by Willard Gallic (NTC Protocol Awareness Week' with various types of receiving his gift. violence, date rape, crack cocaine, rates, drug, alcohol, gambling of came from the Central Region who live at in the nervous system, NOT in the wildlife and to introduce the concept and Worker), Joe Gray -Theme (Ditidaht First addictions painted around the wining. "I would like to say to all you young employment and poverty are just addictions, family violence and home and away from home. Levi Martin mate' initiate discussions on a Wildlife Nation) and Jeff Thomas Shores.' such as a alcohol bottle, bingo some of the Issues people are concerned dependency on welfare. cigar... people coming up, please take care of Declaration or Protocol among the First Nation). There was general support about. She reminded the youth that our the Healing Project Facilitator presented Some feedback from the group: dabbers needles and even depictions of yourselves over the holiday," said Jack Vancouver Island First Nations. for the Ray with an eagle feather to express his What I most enjoyed about today: declaration however, it was people doing those such things. historical methods for managing our Johnson. gratitude to Ray. Being aware trauma and Approximately forty individuals recognized that many of the ideas "At the AGM in Gold River last lives through family and community of Eugene Amos said, "li is a loud and Carol Clutesi the Project Coordinator representing Nuu- chah- nulth, Kwaguilih discussed throughout the from would the MC welcomed all the September your leaders were roles and responsibilities created a Jerry Jack clear message we are receiving from our shared her words of encouragement and It is the best thing l have ever done and Coast Salish Nations participated in have to be incorporated into it. It was I you to concerned about issues that young balance that met the needs of the people guests and mid." encourage young ones here today, and that message gave an overall view of the Healing for me the Foul.. During initial introductions also appreciated that some of the people face," she said in her opening As result, she said, we were healthy, be aware of the bad of the `bad is to be safe and aware of the many Project, where we were a few years ago All topics were good, virtues, by participants there were several Vancouver Island First Nations were not remarks. Issues like family violence, the ecosystems were respected, we spirits' daring this coming holiday. addictions for they effect your life in one and where w are a today. Carol language, spirituality, Medicines and common themes presented. Wildlife, in attendance (especially the Douglas Our hope is that you all look after may or another.' date rape, crack cocaine, practiced Hish- uk- ishesawalk reminded the participants of the past creating balance especially elk have been an important Treats group) and that those in yourself and to abstain from alcohol Vi Johnson said in closing of the employment and poverty are just (everything is one) and we lived in work the Healing Project has done the Today was fun, educational and sustenance food source to First Nations attendance were there representing their and drugs, it is not our wish to preach evenings events. This is heavy some of the issues people are harmony. different stages and that we are nearing relaxing in the past and hopefully we can rebuild respective Nation and could not make at you but to let you know we rare message from our young ones and we concerned about She invited the youth to participate in the end of this project. She reminded I felt m home, nice view the herds so we can once again have this any decision on their behalf Asa result and worry about you," he said. should listen." break out groups to plan for a future, everyone that the Healing Project's focus I learned to have patience & food source for our communities. To of this discussion the WCVIWAC will accomplish this, we as First Nations follow -up "For those of you that have a hard time "They (NCN leadership) want to more inclusive youth forum. They came for this year is "THE YEAR OF confidence in myself on this initiative by arranging have to exert control and become more a meeting directly with the Douglas Jerry Jack the MC welcomed all the it is your choice to quit or in support young people in attaining a up with several ideas including the EMPOWERMENT." Everyone enjoyed learning our involved in the management of elk Treaty Nations and by developing an guests and said, "1 encourage you to be your lifestyle," she added, " I hope that better, healthier way of life," she promotion of celebrity Aboriginal role Carols talk lead well into our next item language. Thank you Levi habitat and elk populations in our information package that will be sent out are of the had of the 'bad spirits' you pray tonight, we are not trying to continued, "They want to support you in models such as NEIl hockey player Group Guidelines to ensure the safety of I enjoyed all the sharing I heard & traditional territories. We must learn to with the draft Wildlife Declaration to all during this coming holiday. Our hope is put you down we are only trying to give planning for youth forum and have set Jordon Memo. They suggested youth the participants. learning to a for Group Guidelines: I can let go of the Nock I had and let work together, develop level of trust Vancouver Island First Nations their that you all look after yourself and to you a message of hope and love as well this time for you to give input and right in the communities should be refs]] in its thong our First Nations and to consideration and comments. Hopefully abstain from alcohol and drugs, it is not direction to that planning." polled for their ideas on a major youth Confidentiality the trauma proper place as you turn your life amend... mid Vi. acknowledge and respect each others this will lead to further discussion among Tseshaht member Julie Fontaine said forum via questionnaire. They Iisaak, be respectful: gentle, laving, It is sad to hear that the Healing our wish to preach at you but to In you traditional territories and traditional our Nations and the completion of a the opening prayer while Marlene Dick expressed their desire to lam more ' no pointing, honour others & us Project is coming to an end. This The that is accepted and , & protocols. concept of relocation of Wildlife Declaration welcomed everyone to Tseshaht about their culture such as traditional 'A healing. system method has brought Respect each others beliefs, i.e. people a long way. Thank you. elk to territories that no longer have e respected by all Vancouver Island First traditional territory. She reminded the food gaining and preparation and Spirituality Have more Cultural things, population and sharing/trading of Nations. young people of their importance, "You ammo: who we are and how we are like No interruptions when someone is Language Conference with fluent resources should be considered an The WCVIWAC would to thank are our future so we need you to he lated. speaking integral component of any future Larry George and the Cowichan Tribes healthy and safe." Nene thanked the youth for their hard Wildlife for the Forum on their traditional No gossiping Appreciation for the Conference, I Declaration. hosting VanVolsen took the group through n work and wished Cher a safe trip home. Let others know what is important feel we arc moving ahead in the As at the Campbell River forum, the territory and for the excellent meals PowerPoint presentation that set the tone The NTC Human Services Department afternoon session roll the participants provided by their local caters. We would Know - we can talk about pain & Residential School process, a lot of for the day's activities. The goals, she continues planning for a Nuu-chah-nulth anger and move towards "love" growth in our group several working groups to discuss the also like Rodney Wiebe and the BC Wildlife Federation for their donation of said, are to work collectively to meet the Youth Forum. Look for what is positive, our Our co chairs to consider joining us following questions:

- What if you had lots of wildlife habitat the elk that was given away in a needs add youth through the creation for the duration of the conference, I print but no wildlife? draw at the forum. The winner was I Bring a relative water, it's a gesture realize that they have a busy

- khan Valley showing caring & love schedule. What if you had lots of wildlife? Loren Duncan of the Co', Acknowledge personal boundaries I most enjoyed connecting with the How do you see yourself as pan of Naturalists. Upon winning the print. Lome donated it to the Cowichan Tribes =f There are happy tears Trauma 'Resource Circle wildlife management? °aA¡ - where it Q Avoid making assumptions Additional 100 yrs of the Healing How would you manage international Elders facility could be enjoyed herds of wildlife? by all of McCoy, Iiii.111 community. Ills pi Tears are healing & help let pain go Project would be great Tears are a gift from the creator, Our elder resources, Agnes Martin, w honour them Delores Keitlah and Seniors Ross, we pri When someone is sharing & if you thank you for all of your teachings and ere triggered, it is someone else's. guidance Have a look at it with counsellor or Overall, the feedback from this a friend. conference was positive and I want to Understanding: where we are, what take this opportunity to thank all of you to let go, keep our teachings. responsible for helping the community Have empathy; see it from their resOurces to rake pan in the Somatic point of view, (a person does not Experience Training, seeing the results need pity.) from this conference shows the benefits iy a Eugene Amos holding a sign made by youth. Nene Van Velsen makes presentation to Nuu- chah -enith Youth. Positive feedback -look at it, let it to Nuuchahnultheht. It is so good to see guide you our people willing to even sit with us to Group Discussion un Elk presentation by Doug inca of r - Go your own pace learn this new skill. At the end of the day the Water, Land and Air Resources It's okay for men to cry Barb Adam reminded people," Remember SCOTT HALL Chatwin Engineering Ltd. Acknowledge hurt, tears are healing yommsemaa..." 44 This creamed a safe place for people to be Thank you to everyone who helped make Gillian Trumper A Place To Lino I Helping To Make Y Communities Been in for the new day period, our vision is this conference success, h eologiae if LAWYER avoid re- traumatization and that boding have missed anyone. Specializing in MLA Alberni - Qualicum from trauma is done in the most Cuu. Infrastructure Land Use Plans respectful way. Individuals on their Mary Martin, Community Constituency WORKS FOR PEOPLE WHO WERE STUDENTS Central Region Support Worker. Housing Economic Studios healing journey were frequently AT RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL, reminded of the importance of their Office Physmeel Development Plans Funding Applications IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO TALK 3075 - 3rd Avenue TO SCOTT, PHONE FREE Ghmwln Engineering was voted Fe Beet Prosaism. company on Vancouver eland by the Christmas specials over $300.00 15% off Business Excellence Awards. Port Alberni, BC V9Y 2A4 1- 800 -435 -6625 on Gold or Silver, special order, no problem. ANY TIME Chateen Etglneanng is a proud sponsor of the due-shah-mat That Council pmt 250-720-4515 secondary moneen whet.. Special on till the New Year, email: gillian trumger mlaC leg be ca 161a Moray Rona, A'amkno, BC V9S iJr Ph. m07594171 Fax: (250 751i0. 9 TOLL FREE: 1 -866- 870 -4190 ) he as Save 250 -390 -2355. rove [email protected] Wmsdaa'hlWlN.wiv.INen4rreU.^hetwin Phone Gideon Smith FAX: 250 -720 -4511 10011: 7.01141.10111111,,,,31M12.10. 13110.1300.13m immlim

Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 - Page 13 Page 12 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 Nuu -chah -nulth Nuu- chah -nulth Healing Project Christmas Potluck Dinner Healing Project Ñ- At Tillicum Haus Health Centre '"UktalPSVALt °SktAlegarj401 602 Haliburton Street, Nanaimo Healing Projectj Nuu- chah -nulth Singers and dancers Nuu -chah -nulth NUU -C. H -NULTH .` U R41 N PROGRAM Monday, December 8, 2003 5:00 p.m. Central Region Nursing Updates /Schedules Sinclair at 753 -8567 or 616-3674 or Vina Robinson at List Please contact Shawn Alcohol Poisoning Nursing Program Provides Additional Services The Prevention & Education of Contact (250) 731 -6271. Sexually Transmitted Diseases including HIV /AIDSChris Curley will be providing to share others! Main Office (Southern Region) Nanaimo Urban Office. Bring your favorite dish with some additional nursing services for all fourteen of the Nuu -chah -nulth communities Submitted by Ina Sehetter, 5120 Argyle Street, PO Box 1383 204 -96 Cavan St attempted murders, rape, and sexual in the area of education and prevention of sexually transmitting diseases. Chris can First Nations Liaison Nurse @ West Sault, driving accidents. It also may Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y7M2 Nanaimo, B.C. V9R2VI be reached at (250) 725 -1232 every Wednesday from 8 am until 7 pm. Please feel Nuu- chah -nulth Healing Project Coast General Hospital Ph: (250) 724 -3233 Ph: (250) 753 -8567 lead to been dependent on alcohol, liver free to call with any concerns. questions, information etc. Jeannette Pattison- failure, brain damage, depression, low Fax: (250) 723 -6010 Fax: (250) 753 -8933 Christmas Celebration! Ahousaht Ph: 250- 670- 9608Healthy Baby Clinic - Every Tuesday (newborn - During the past year, I have seen an self esteem, loss of concentration and Torino Office (Central Realm]) Victoria Erbaa Office. Tuesday, December 9, 2003 5years)Prenatal visits- 2nd & 4th WednesdaysSchool Visits Ist &3rd increasing number of youth brought in learning abilities. 151 First Street, PO Box 279 853 Fisgard St 5:00 p.m. ThursdaySpecial Flu Clinic -November 5&6, 2003 to emergency for a high intake of I would like to share the story of my son Tofino B.C. VOR 2Z0 Victoria, B.C. V8W 1St First Metropolitan United Church Hall, Victoria alcohol. They may be brought m by a Vince. Southern Region Nursing Updates /Schedules Ph: (250) 725 -3367 Ph: (250) 380-9896 New 932 Balmoral Rd. (comer of Balmoral and Quadra St.$) passer -by that found them passed out or My son, when he was 17 years old had Penny Cowan Community Nurse RN - Port Alberni Toll -free: 1 866 901 3367 Ph: (250) 413 -7303 (Cell) Our Christmas Celebration will be a Potluck style dinner. friends may bring than in. But often son. He was so happy and proud to be a Bread of Life Monday and Wednesday mornings Fax: (250) 725 -2158 Fax: (250) 388 -5120 Please join us for a festive evening of others bring them in, as young people brand new father. I remember how he Blood pressure and blood sugar screenings. Gold River Office (Northern Region) Vaoaoover Urban Otfice- Family gathering do not know the seriousness of drinking looked when he came out of the delivery Referrals, health counselling, immunizations. 100 Ouwatin Road, PO Box 428 455 East Hastings Street Feasting too much. room, he had his hands up in the air, a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday available for home visits to elders in town and Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO Vancouver, B.C. V6A IPS Nuu- chah -nulth singing dancing Blood alcohol Stage Symptoms those with chronic illness. Ph: (250) 283 -2012 Ph: (604) 254 -9972 contact our office at (250) 380 -9896 or (250) 413 -7303 to confine your concentration Fax: (250)203.2122 Fax: (604)254 -7919 Please Nuu -chah -ninth Nursing Program family's attendance. 0.01-0.05 subclinical Near normal behavior Contad List 003-0.12 Euphoria Talkative, increased confidence, poor NUU CHAH NULTH HEALING PROJECT Nuu -chah -nulth Healing Project attention span, poor judgment, reduced Northern Region Phone Eau LAW out for Victoria and Duncan Residents Moira Havelka 283-2462 cowl o [email protected] Call 0.09 -025 Excitement Emotional instability, loss of critical 283-2012 Hth 283-2122 please by our Christmas Potluck Dinner If you wish to be contacted about NCN Healing Projects events cane judgment, reduced visual acuity, impaired Joan Shanks 761-4274 761-4027 No E-mail evens This is office or call in and leave your number so I can keep you posted about At Laichwiltach Family Life Association balance, drowsiness Barb Bradley/ and leave me numbs. going to be the best exciting year call now your phone Vieoia 0.18-0.30 Confusion Mental contusion, dizziness, emotional Susan Durmecke 332-5289 332-5215 [email protected] Between 9:00 441 4th St Campbell River NCN Healing Project Office Call -4:00 - state, disturbance of vision, slurred Central Barias Nuu -chap -nulth Singers and dancers Mary McKeogh 726-2993 726-2994 mete Soil1aml pct REGISTER AT NCNIIP URBAN OFFICE VICTORIA, 853 Fisgard St speech, lethargy, apathy Wednesday, December 17, 2003 FOR MORE INFO AND TO REGISTER 0.25 -0.40 Stupor Loss of motor function, decreased Chis Curley 725-1232 or 5:00 p.m. 726-5240 726.2994 [email protected] Michael J. McCarthy, 250 -413 -7303 response to stimuli, not able to stand, Please contact Shawn Sinclair at 753 -8567 or 616 -3674. Jeannette 670-9608 670.9608 [email protected] TEACH MIS UKQIN vomiting. incontinence, sleep or stupor Pinion Bring your favorite dish to share with others! Mary Rimming., 725-2951 725-2952 [email protected] ALL THAT NASS HAS PROVIDED US TO LEAD A FULFILLING LIFE 0.35 -0.50 Coma Complete unconsciousness, subnormal Southern Reeian body temperature, impairment of Liz Thomsen 723 -2385 723 -5396 [email protected] FOOD FOR THOUGHT... circulation andd breathing, possible death Upcoming events for the Vancouver Healing Jody VII 723 -2385 723 -5396 jade(:}mudtahnulgamg + Death from respiratory failure 0.45 Death Penny Cowan 723 -2385 723 -5396 penny @nuuchahnulth.org for of and November: People over 35 should not have survived? (Source; physiology .aspl Project end October Annette Muller 723 -2385 723.53% 1901 I @islanCh net Thursday November 20 - Family Potluck Dinner from 6-9pm Here's why... the hall would really hurt. all Region. Alcohol affects the central nervous big smile on his face and he said." I - Group - from 6-9pm We fell out of trees, got cut and broke Lynne West 283-2639 283-2608 [email protected] Thursday November 27 Support ystem. When taken alcohol passes from have son' there were no Into Seiteher 723-2135 coign 724.8505 ' [email protected] All events are held at our new office at #106 -23 West Pender. According to today's regulators and bones and teeth, and the stomach into the small intestines, I knew- my son was planning on bureaucrats, those of us who were kids lawsuits from these accidents. They Jeannette lace 7245757 723-0463 [email protected] Our phone number is (250) 254 -9972 or cell phone (604) 312 -6578. then passes quickly into the blood and "celebrating" the birth of his son. As I in the 40's, 50's, 60's, or even maybe the were accidents. No one was to blame Lisa Sam 7245757 723-0461 [email protected] Please call Jody Olsson for more information. throughout the body. Because it passes left the hospital I asked my Son - Don't 23.0463 [email protected] early 70's probably shouldn't have but us. Remember accidents? Melanie linker 7245757 so quickly, even small amounts of celebrate too much. Please come home 723-0463 oint'Wa(MluuehYmdN,aB survived. We had fights and punched each other Matilda Watts 7245757 PROJECT EVENTS alcohol can affect the body. Following is tonight and it does not matter how late it NUU -CHAH- NULTTB HEALTH URBAN Our baby cribs were covered with bright and got black and blue and learned to the stages of alcohol is. He said "Yeah more. I'll be there" colored lead -based paint. get over it. If a friend "passed out" would you That was the last time I ever seen my son ' EVENT DATE LOCATION We had no childproof lids on medicine We made up games with sticks and Poets Nook know the signs of alcohol poisoning? In alive, for he died the next morning of bottles, doors or cabinets.... and when tennis balls and ate worms, and although alcohol poisoning, the person may be alcohol poisoning. The coroner told me VANCOUVER. we rode our bikes, we had no helmets. we were told it would happen, we did unconscious but not able to be awoken. he was too young to be drinking and that THE ADDICTION MY MIND (Not to mention the risks we took not put out very many eyes, nor did the The skin is clammy, pale or bluish in his body could not take the amount of Vancouver Support 1st & 4th Thursday Vancouver Office: hitchhiking.) worms live inside us forever. color, if the breathing is slow: they are alcohol he had taken. My heat is heavy I always walked Group Meeting of each month #106 -23 W. Pender As children, we would ride in can with We rode bikes or walked to a Mend's in extreme danger, call 911. Or if they My son at 17 thought he "Had it Made in tears have fallen feared no seatbelts or air hags. home and knocked on the door, or rang the Where angels to tread and do not waken during the shade" (As he liked to say) Women's Support Group 2nd Thursday of each Vancouver Office: Riding in the hack of a pickup truck on a the bell or just walked in and talked to the bad spirit And voices continually vomitingvomit or after call 911. Do not leave He had a beautiful girlfriend, a brand Meeting month. 6 - 9 pm #106 - 23 W. Pender wann day was always a special treat. them. of COCAINE is calling Echoed through my head your friend alone. Try to revive them, new son, and lots of good Mends. My We drank water from the garden hose Lillie League had tryouts and not here turn on side so they do not choke on ever thought he would be gone saying hey, I'm What am I doing Potluck Dinner 3rd Thursday of each Vancouver Once: and not from a bottle. Horrors! everyone made the team. Those who vomit If they stop breathing be at 17 yeas old, that he would never ever Come smoke your sorrow Where am I going 6 -9pm #106 -23 W. Pender We ate cupcakes, bread and butter, and didn't had to learn to deal with prepared to do CPR. see his son grow. My son most likely then we'll be friends How soon will I reap drank soda pop with sugar in it, but we disappointment. Alcohol is the most abuse drug. Alcohol thought, "It won't happen to me." need tomorrow I've been soaring CAMPBELL RIVER' were never overweight because we were Some students weren't as smart as You'll What will most likely be present in murders, alwaysoumide playing. others, so they failed a grade and were I'm waiting for you Am I really as crazy Campbell River Support 2nd & last Tuesday of St. Peters Anglican We shared one soft drink with four held back to repeat the same grade. just one slip As I totally feel Group each month - 6 - 9 pan Church - 228 S. friends, from one bottle, and no one Horrors! Tests were not adjusted for Christmas Quality Time then I'll have you I shall drop down Dogwood actually died from this. any reason. Our actions were our own. Hello everyone! Greetings from the Nuu-chah -nulth Infant/Child Development Tight in my grip to my knees and kneel would hours building our go- Consequences were expected. We spend Programs! I hear it calling Pray for strength NANAIMO: carts out of scraps and then rode down The idea of a parent bailing us out if we With Christmas just around the corner, parents are probably wondering what gifts to my name out aloud and wisdom to come the hill, only to find out we forgot the broke a law was unheard of They buy for their little ones...

: me Cultural Family Support Last Thursday of each Nanaimo Office: brakes. After running into the bushes a actually sided with the law. Imagine Actually the best gift you can give this year is YOURSELF! Spend quality time I want to stay same Which I hope wakes up Group month - 6 -9pm #204 - 96 Cavan St. few times, we learned to solve the that! during the holiday season. Read books, sing, go for walks, do family activities I want to stay proud Since I'm totally numb pack plenty of snacks like problem. This generation has produced some of together like go swimming, skating, or hiking. Always It's the hardest thing This was at the beginning VICTORIA: apples, cookies, oranges, carrots, bananas (you know the role) and dress warmly for We would leave home in the morning the best risk -takers and problem solvers ever do of treatment. weather. Visit friends and watch videos /DVD's. Organize family or I'll and play all day, as long as we were and inventors, ever. the cool- cool potluck dinner. but with help and support Support Group Meeting Last Monday of each Victoria Office: back when the streetlights came on. No The past 50 years have been an Mends to have it pan Fisgard St. Endeavour to loam a new word or phrase from an elder. Here's one: -hope I know I'll pull through Written by Jacqueline month - 6 - 9 853 one s able to reach us all day. NO explosion of innovation and new ideas. means to do a favour for someone. Potluck Dinner Every 2nd Monday Victoria Office CELL PHONES! Unthinkable! We had freedom, failure, success and Play and have fun! Neat issue- Toys, Toys and more Toys... of each month 853 Fisgard St. We did not have Play stations, Nintendo responsibility, and we teamed how to Written- by point Let it snow, snow, snow !Watch the little foot steps in the snow! 64, %.tones. no video games at all, no deal with it all. Little faces with radiant glows- Watch your Friends and Family go, go, go love DUNCAN: video tape movies, And you're one of them! 99 channels on cable, Let the holiday flow, flow, flow I love you you surround sound, personal cell phones, Congratulations to others who have had Wishing everyone a great holiday season! Dana Dana Potluck Gathering Last Thursday of Travel Lodge Silver chat the luck to grow up as kids, before personal computers, or Internet Jackie Watts Jennifer Miller Pamela Matthew each month - 6 - 8 pm Bridge Inn - 140 Trans lives, for our Thins Thane rooms. We had friends! We went others regulated our own Southern Region Central Region Nathan Region Canada Highway amide and found them. good! IDP IDP IDP W¢. played dodge ball, and sometime#, ...

1 Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 - Page 15 Page 14 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 Happy Birthdays, Anniversaries and Congratulations continued IC Birthday Poets Nook - ,.mild like J _- Oh Dec 2 - our to Birthdays Linda, PV beautiful send out a Special a great sister, granddaughter I / Birthday wish to Friendship Entity mother came into our life. our handsome Congratulations and grandma. `vQ, She is celebrating young son Sheldon From Cant see you can't hear you my friend I took a walk. to the back of my mind a Happy 4th her her 1st birthday J Dick a happy 13th Where are you? where have you J. to see what I could find Birthday to our * this day. I hope it birthday for Dec. A memory lost, deep in time i.e/sister family. - y i,woe^>dJ lier. a special one, as 2. Love from Dad, Arc you lost are you hiding Over mountains, he must climb r0N Intern Alex Noel Happy 2nd she is to us. ;. loss}you a whole Mom, Sid Jr., Behind the wall or are you just Where does a heart, hide it's pain Frank. We hope I ki Birthday to the hunch and your smiling face. Sylvia. Sabrina, Playing a trick on us all... Did it jump ship or grab a plane ]l 3 you hon an You so precious to us you Steven, Alec. Brandon, Chanelle and A broken heart, is the enemy to love sweetest and most decent I can't see you I I e birthday but can hear you -¡¡¡¡}}}}°°BBBPP ` adorable nothing but the best. Love you a whole niece Shat. lust like rain, is to a glove nbaby- we love Betrayed by my attained heart .G nchkms a bunch. Grandpa Sid, Grandma Love your Gramme Jackie Joseph, Uncle let Secret of a heart, will never tell - you infinity and Oh me be true to you... -1 L grama could have. Sharleen, uncle Sid Jr., Sheldon, Steven J. And Auntie Anna J. The pain he endured, when he fell beyond! All our love. Auntie Caroline, 1e., Brian Let me have the friendship... t Here's a sweet and auntie Sabrina, cousins Alec, Happy 2nd Birthday to my niece Only to rise, and grab some stars Happy Birthday to - Honey John, Job and Ce'Nedra ni- For life is too shoo to bear a grudge little for Brandon and Chanelle. Mckayla. we all wish you all the best on And dance to earth, with the Cars John Ross on Dec. 10, Dawn Ross on poem For thee people who walk with stone you McKayla your special day okay. Love you an Love is an entity, we all share Dec. 12, Darrell Ross Jr., on Dec. 14 ST Manna. conditional love, know that we are hearts.. Bailey Joseph. "Roses are red, violets much from your Aunty Lisa, Uncle Joe, The risk of hun. do we dare and Melanie Livingstone -Hamilton on I would like to wish a Very Merry FIRST Happy birthday to my grand here for you all. God Bless and be with My eyes go weep!... weep! ... for Dec 1st, are blue, your mummy is sweet and so cousins, Meg, Mar, Shak, Weak. Love Every heart, has a lifetime of love Dec. 16. Hope you all have a nice day. Christmas to my daughter Ce'Nedra nephew Harrison Dick on you! You are in our thoughts and thee... birthday Yd But honor and trust, is what it's made Dave & Mutanda and her cousin Jolie Frank. Elizabeth Campbell on Dec 6th, Uncle are you." See you at your prayers. Respectfully yours, all my From Auntie Annie, Uncle Also wishing Kaitlyn Lambert a My heart feels like a cloud of dust. Both of you have really brought joy to John Fitz Kennedy Frank and Virgil party kay? Kayla! Love always and relations, chink Mr & Mrs. G of. family Happy 4th Birthday and Yvonne Billy It is only temporary for I shall our lives. You are true blessings to our Frank on Dec 10th, Ira Sam on Dec I Ich. forever Grams Anne Joseph & Gram para Robinson. loves o (Port Alberni, a Happy 3rd Birthday, Regain my strength just knowing that Willard I would like to wish the hearts and homes. 1 hope you enjoy the Derek Thompson on Dec 21st (call Hank Charlie. For our grandsons, to our special Gallic In. both on Dec. 5th. (Hey Mouse how you I have a dear sweet friend indeedindaml my life, Rissa, Raelynn, Hunter, and first of many Christmases. We've sometime friend 250 385-9207), little boys. Gododb uly has blessed our Happy Birthday to our grandson doing? Our girls again! Miss you Chas a very merry Christmas. I hope watched you go through so many "firsts" Auntie (daunt Connie Manuel on Dec family in sending you both. Dorian our Bays When we arc children how innocent Bradley Frank for Nov. Wish a special guys, Jolene and family. Faith, Hope, Mercy you guys have a good one. And thanks already and that has truly made our lives 22nd, niece Dianna Titian on Dec 23rd lid peacemaker and angel of God, The world was through the eyes of a cousin Clarence Tom a happy big for Happy 40th Birthday to my to Chris for taking as to Ahousaht this even more complete with you in it Iris and Veronica "Roots" Connor on Dec Sheldon, the innocent and angel of joy, child day is the bomb Dec. 10. Enjoy your day cousin and friend John F. K. Frank On Dec. 10. I She saved me off the beach, and should year Boxing breakfast (Jokes mom), 1 hope you really enjoy 28th From Caroline Frank and John you arc both equally loved, and carried We've gone through all. but at have lots & lots of fun. Enjoy your hope that you enjoy your day my friend, have off the streets in Ahousaht as we Mexican's know this special holiday with your daughter! Mutanda and family in Victoria. in our hearts forever. Ya -yo and last we have holiday with your family Happy you deserve it. You're a good role as a already and we all know why.... right? We love you with all our hearts. Love, Happy belated birthday to our gamma send to you our Ill angels, What we had was neat. but not as sweet Birthday a special auntie Roberta father and always talking highly of your Made through and conquered this Merry Christmas to all my friends and Mom, Dad (Caroline /John Mutanda) and mother Brenda Sue Campbell for Nov. good health & happiness in abundance. I did have to weep, but she didn't have Adams for Dec. 9. Happy big From children, way to go my friend. Many world together my all relatives around the world, love brother Jmi Frank. 16th. Hope u enjoyed m day, we love u Love you dews. like you 4 always, to leave your niece Debbie & family. more to come. From a friend Carol & Thank god for friends you all! From Regina Lynn (Ahousaht). I We would also like to wish my sister very much. Love ur ehillen's Sky, Adam, long as we're living. our sweet peas I had found a ring, as begun to see us Birthday to my nephew Congratulations to our lovely daughter cousin Donald Mattersdorf and family. As wonderful as you... Happy Amie John and granddaughter Doris Elizabeth, Soph, Wally, Preston, and you'll be. hugs& kisses from gray a& as nothing Nathaniel Nov, 2- Carlin Nov 17. Hope April and Larry they found out they are Happy Birthday to my aunt My heart no longer weeps the tears Drake a Happy Birthday on December husband Angus. Campbell. Also Happy Gramme Robinson. This not the way love lays but I do walk enjoyed your day! Always Larry, going to have twins Due date is May Roberta Adams on Dec. 9. Auntie Of sorrow and pain but weeps! the you belated to John Keitlah Sr & Zhalah Happy Belated 63rd Birthday because I chose to fade. 23. Lotsa love sis from Alice, Felix, dad 28, 2004. Love you both and enjoy both ways Gera and Family. Thomas another wonderful year that we spend Tears of happiness ... Arnold and all my kids. Frank -Nov. 12, Campbell. to our dad David R. Tate Sr. on Nov And in the night 1 do feel some light, Birthday to our them and they grown fast. together. My aunt is an wonderful. caring Happy Nov.15 and Tabitha Thomas -Nov. 17. From the whole family- Mom, I thought 1 couldn't see you but you l feel something I would like to wish my mom Agnes To our family & friends (new & 10. even I wasn't alright goddaughter Josephine Mack, Nov. Happy birthday goes out to Caroline sharing and just a fantastic friend also. John a Happy Birthday on December 21 we wish Brian & family, Peggy & family, Floyd Were there all along, sure it took time holding me right, just though not as 11,03 love you touche hope you had a fart. From our house to yours, So many more auntie Roberta. a Xmas. Hugs and kisses Frank on Dec. 01, 2003. Jenny Frank- & family, Darryl & family, Wayne & To realize that you were there... and Merry you all season's greetings. May you all From your niece..'"e Carol Mallersdorfer. tight good day, and enjoy your teenage years! Dec.02, Mike (Coco) Campbell & Matt family, Sandra & Tyler, Karen & from Alice, Felix and gang. have safe joumeys and happy holidays. I shall never distress myself with such Time still goes on, even though I see Love always your godparents Gena and -Dec.04, Happy We would like to wish a very Charleson Camino Smith family, and Steven & family. Hope you Imaging again why? Because you arc nothing wrong camel still see Larry Swan. I pray that Naas lifts your spirits, 13th Birthday to special lady a happy birthday, Sion, Dea05, Thomas Sam- Dec.06, Heather enjoyed your day DAD. Love ya. myself but alone which is not good for Happy birthday encourages your heart, builds your faith our son, brother Grandma (Irene Frank). We love you, Charleson- Dec.07, Virgil Frank & Dec. 5th - Happy Birthday to and brightens day. With Frederick John I dedicate this poem to all the people health to Kutcldcie Brown Campbell Nov, 21- Bradley John -Dec. 10th, Manha Taylor, your our nieces Kaityln Lambert (4th), Mom, thank you for everything you do You may think I need some help, but I Mattersdorler.. Who have dreams of the world to only Melody chunky Charlie Nov 28. Hope Louie Frank Jr, Joseph George Sr- for us and for being you. AMom who Carleen Ward (4th), and Mekayla did not ask for it your day, and had fun! To my Godaughter On Dec. 15. Ise the you both enjoyed really cares. Love always, your baby Ike 20. Melinda Swan -Dec. 21, Pat Joseph (2nd). From aunty Karen Mack, From your friend Gena Swan. Naomi Agnes brings hack a lot Best that you can.. Strive to be happy I thought our love was true even though Gentry, Chris Sr. & Jr., Cynthia, Brad, Johnson -Dec. 25, Jessie Thomas -Dec. and aunty Peggy Tate and all your Happy Birthday to a Very Rose on Dec. 8 of memories like better I was seeing me without you Tammy and Baby Shaunique. 27, David Frank 3rd- Dec.30, Ange cousins. We hope you all have a super Strive to make this day even Special Auntie Hilda John Nov. 30, Pit- Happy Birthday. 00s it was yesterday. But now there's nothing 1 can do but To a big bro Peter Frank Sr. and babes Campbell -Dec 31. Hope u all have a day! sgr Than yesterday.... nLwFyyy Today's very 1st% But this is what I think of who have a nice day auntie you deserve the great day ñ Happy Holidays. Elizabeth, Ill. - We would like to r-i1w for one and for all Trocee Frank on November 22. Happy special for us, it's Dec. Bea better place best and we can't till you move have to really say. Frederick is one of a I don't know nothing ever goes because Birthday, how old now, Bro? Sky n' Buddy. wish our daughter Tyra Johnston a very A genuine poem from the hear... `7: celebration f kind. Ile has a smile like no other I am I faith, hope and mercy back home we miss you so much! Love had To a special son Bradley John We'd like to wish our I poppy 4th Birthday. We love you lots, Always your niece Gera, Larry and lb the day you were so glad today. I am his one and only and now there nothing to see but me for December 10th. Happy birthday son, nephew /cousin Randy Jack a Happy I I from Mom (Peggy Tate) and Dad Webster born and I'm very mother. Fred is so unique that he has a Written By Norma -Ann Family. Birthday on Nov. 22. Hope you enjoyed (Kevin Johnston) your big brothers, but thane's female I sec and there's we love yo lots. Daddy loves you and happy that day happened. Naomi, we just want Happy Birthday to my Brother lob of love to share Son nothing above an I had to give her a misses you too. From Mom & Dad. your special day. Love you & miss you. Christopher and Shayne, and big sisters, Nathaniel Webster, Nov 2, 2003. Love you're so special and wonderful, so kind you to know that we really do care. Have Sharleen & family. I'll Happy 23rd birthday to Bubba From Auntie Pauline, uncle Steve & Marque' and Ashlee. Have a great day. shove and say mistake after till then you always my little bro! Love always and generous. This greetings filled with a good one and many more to come. Happy Birthday to sis Marlene Dick Gump on December the tooth. From cousins Steve Jr., Clan.. Natasha, Dec. 7511 - We would like to just say hey your big Bro, Warren Swan. memories of loving thoughts of you. Always know we Love you, if we forget on Dec. 11M. From your bro Dave sis- your pamper buddy, Bob and his mom. Courtney & Mariah. wish our niece Tyra Banks a very Happy Birthday to Byron Charlie The best and most beautiful thing in the to tell you okay! Love from mom, dad, in-law Annie & family Happy birthday to Auntie Peggy Would liken wish my lovely Happy 4th Birthday. Love from Aunty x orte McCz Nov. 11, 2003, hola wonnie you are world cannot be seen or even touched, Samantha. Nick. Jessica and Baby over in Vancouver on December 5th. parents Mr & Mrs Lawrence Thomas a Karen & Uncle Kyle Mack, cousins We wish our almost at the second door, hope you had they must be felt with the heat. Life Dawn. Denise & family. happy 39th Anniversary on Nov. 21. Mercediese and Dakota. Love you baby. grandson Taylor R. nice day! From Larry, Gena, and presents a challenge, as each birthday Happy Birthday to my brother Mommy and Daddy would love to say, Happy belated birthday to my Congratulations to the both of you and Dec. 17th - We would like to sa Manin A very Family. comes our way, and if we all accept it, Evans Joseph Thomas on Dec. 14, Well Cake and ice cream your two today. brother Honkers on Nov. 6 and Happy your daughter's and son love the both of wish our niece Chanelle Sam -.Jack a happy birthday . I would like to thank my we'll require from day to day. Hope to bro! I sure hope your day goes by well, Kayla, our sweet and precious little girl, birthday to my bro, Josh Fred on Nov. you. Enjoy your special day. Love your very Happy Birthday. Lots a love from Taylor was tom in for keep our dream alive, faith to make always know we care about you and love Always busy learning about the world. pare.. Johnny O and Gloria lean daughter Deborah Thomas & family. Uncle Kyle & Aunty Karen Mack. 30. I love you both more than you we need 3 the Port Alberni being there, emotionally, physically, and them grow, and love because all you so much with all our hearts. Love Your special day we would like to wish know! Wish a Happy Birthday to our sister Dec. 18th - I would like to Hospital on financially for my kids, Chris and I. it The whole world needs it! Watching from your sister Carol, bro Donald, and _ you the best. a Dora Frank. Love from your family wish my twin cousins a Happy Ilinhday We would like to send very Deeen ILL 4. 2001 at 3:52 p.m. to Your help has been soon immaculate it's you when you were a cute baby, with all moo, noprroK. you laughing with you Irvin & Debbie. - & Doug Sam. From Andy. Loving always, special birthday wish to our Mum, up George R. Taylor weighed in at unbelievable to some. I wish there was your black hair and long lashes, grow Happy Birthday to my Nan Julia Melissa Manin. daily. all the rest. Emma Fred, on Dec. 5. Mum we love Dec. 28th - We would like to and woman. I thank you lbs 14 He will be 2 years old more like you We will see you to be a beautiful George on Dec.12. Hope you have ounces. a very Happy 2nd parents you very much and appreciate 1 wish our daughter Ash!. Johnston a And may you have all for the Christmas holidays, we 1 1 a Ray Semi. Sr and Delores Keitlah for good one there Nan Julia. You 're the ..already. Happy Birthday Taylor. Lots everything you do to help your children 7 Very Happy 0th Binhday, Love you Birthday sweetie. promise! Love you guys, more than you ,Is asking me to be your daughter's best yet to come always know I care l' love from grandpa Ray. firm una succeed! Love Boyd, Josh, Caledonia girl, from Mom & Dad, Brothers. Chris, Your loving parents Jolene and Alike. probably think. From Regina, Chris, yII godmother. It's a honour. Your about you and love you no matter what Regina & from mom Melissa. Y''4ae Shayne. and Sisters, Marquel and Tyra. and your granddaughters Tiara and I birthday's here and my it be the kind of shape or form. Many more to come. Rissa, Raelynn and the man (Hunter). Enjoy your Day Ashlel would like to wish day that brings some very happy hours, Love from your granddaughter Carol We our girls Dec. 28th - We would Ike to - you'll spend enjoying pleasant things Mattersdorfer, Donald and family. Candace Harry - Dec 06, Samantha John 40=1 wish our niece a very Happy Rth I. FLOWER SHOP lof and looking forward to a year, that holds We would like to wish Tim and ïraYLOrrg - Dec 09, Mitzi John- Dec 23, Star Birthday. Love from Aunty Karen, Happy 10 Birthday Dec. I Henry before it's through. The many joys each Norma Taylor a happy anniversary for (Harry) Jack - Dec 28. A Happy Uncle Kyle, and cousins Mercediese a we ('hadeson. Happy- Birthday Jason Dec. on of us is wishing for you. Naomi you Nov. 30. Love from your neighboursw 111211 ?ed Avenue Birthday and merry Christmas, Dakota. Have a Great Day Ash! for me, a way and love you all Love dad Felix, Alice, I. Love Ihd Con Charleson, brother are always there you have Sid and Sharleen Dick & family. . We would like to wish all our Port Alberni, ILL NolyQ Karl, Kenny, Kim, Phil, Casey Daniel Charleson and Francine Michelle of remembering the special little things We would like to wish our and families Tate and Mack and all our V9Y 2A5 9//P/ grandpa Arnold John. Heather. that matter the most. Of bringing out the nephew Michael Coots a happy 17E' friends a very Merry Christmas and safe flreliconE:Per& el, best in others with your warmth of really birthday for Dec. 2. Love from Uncle Saud awA /Gager.. for, Happy Ilinhday to and prosperous new year. From Kyle Urn ITT limning and understanding and letting Sid, auntie Sharleen & family. Mack. nmenn tafaorLL o special niece and Karen me know you care. Ile the woman you We would like to wish our aunt NkoNL1YlJ -emab tlylohalbwersilsnaw.C; Priscilla lackay "Jr Aka We would also like to wish our ,wnv.portaoaninower4.ea Don. Suzanne Hell is Number I on will always be. Loving, caring, kind Marilyn Touchie a Happy Birthday for Dec. 6. Hope you niece in Tahola, Wa. Carleen Ward.. We deliver world wide 19 and Happy Birthday to her mom and generous. Love always and forever Dec. 3. Love from Sid, Sharleen& Dee. Happy 4th Birthday. With love Uncle Christmas enjoy your special your God -mom Karen Adams, uncle family Mom Priscilla Jack on Dec. 6, Natalya's Jolene, cuz Mekayla. day babe. Mike, Aunty I Phone: 723-62111 , Love Freddy Adams and your many cues. We would like to wish our grandparents are Natalie & Henry Jack, Happy Birthday to my you & mica you! gr John Vincent and late Birdie & Margo Frank, Eric, Kara -Anna grandmother Marjorie Touchie a Happy Nappy New Year! Lest- ads granddaughters, Mekayla (2nd 1 -800- 287 -9961 eat! or r From auntie Lucy Vincent and Margaret & Leo Jack. & James Adams, and your nieces Ashley Birthday for Dec. 4. Love from Sid, Pauline. uncle Birthday) and Carleen (4th Birthday). Lots & lots of love from a Mom & & John Frank, and your nephew baby Steve & kids. grandma Natalie. Brandon Frank & Raymond Michael. i ) Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 - Page 17 Page 16 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, 2003 Hello, Gold River To all Tseshaht Nuu- chah -nrdth Registry & Treaty Information . -, Members This is just a note to say that membership: n Registering events are very important! Tla -o- qui -aht Tribe Social Assistance Pam Matthew and Moira Please remember when you register Birth Registrations: It is important to get baby registered as soon as possible. You If you are not receiving "Inside Tlam- qui -aht" newsletter please for Registration/Statement of Band Affiliation Havelka, will be hosting a your child(renl with NTC you must must complete the parental consent call your address in ASAP. This mailing list is also used for them and the LARGE Conn birth eeniecate, thew consent forms can be Nobody's Perfect Parenting still register your child(ren) to the provide important tribal mailouts you may not want to miss. questionnaire 6 8 I Client obtained through your Band Office or at the NTC Office. Registration takes - program in Gold River, This Band. do not have names that weeks. Forward your address to: Carla Moss do Flat- qui -aht First NTC Iwo s lease c one of these is a Attached is a Social Assistance Client questionnaire. . NTC is conducting Transfers: Are you wishing to transfer to another Band? Write to the used you want Nations, Box 18, Tofino, B.C., VOR 2Z0 free program, so please embers please contact me for will need complete a consent to transfer form, this questionnaire to seek input from people most impacted by changes to to transfer into. Once accepted you to Phone: 250 - 725.2765, email: cmossOisland.net feel free to join us in the Band membership papers as we also, notify the used you are currently in and let them know your intentions. Social Development. assn: Carla Moss New Year. Keep your eyes administer our own membership name change, deaths: Please provide appropriate certificates Fax: 250 -725 -4233 Marriages, divorces, and only those people on our list is By completing the questionnaire you will provide valuable information to to date the Indian Registry Lists. A consent form needs to be completed for any and ears open for the up up t Tseshaht. I do notissue status cards assist in guiding future programs, policies and procedures in the area of name changes. coming date in the New this is done only with Rosie Little or Social Development. Are you fuming la soon? If you would like your own registration number then you Two brothers from the r}, dm +1h Year. Mel Braker. Feel free to contact me You can complete the survey and remain anonymous or you can complete have to submit a letter of request. Process also taker 6 - R weeks (no longer Mowachaht/Muchalaht Nation are Pam Matthew at Iisaga0lewshaw,ca or call me at 1- this Corm and have your name entered into the draw for a gift certificate. COLUMBIA All documents are to be submitted to Rode Little - Indian Registry Administrator at looking for a permanent family. (Infant Development Program, for 866-7244229. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED AT NTC BY ay and Tla Me NTC 0010e, with the exception of Guide! . liesquiahy Hun- -rh, -o-qui- Curtis is fifteen, and likes riding his the northern region) Wednesday December 17th, 2003, 4pm. Pint Nations directly. To have a status card issued through NTC chi. Contact these kayaking, to music and reading. He is Draw Date is Thursday December 18th from these our First Nations please have your Indian Registry Administrator fax bike, listening Attention: Hesqu'aht Membership Entries may he mailed, faxed or e- mailed to: approval and your information prior to coming into the office if possible. friendly and outgoing and has a good sense of humour. A meeting of Hesquiaht Membership has been scheduled for: Does your First Nation have their membership code In place? If so, and you ATTN: None Van Volsen Chad is eight years old and is a delightful boy who December 13, 2003 would like the above events mended for "BAND MEMBERSHIP" then it is Social Development Coordinator EQUALLY AS IMPORTANT that you contact them as well. enjoys skiing, skateboarding, bicycling and swimming. Port Alberni Friendship Center Box 1383 number so Your First Nation need: your current address and phone they ran If you are interested in knowing more about these boys Port Alberni, B.C. Part Alberni, BC you regarding Trusty developments, letters and bulletins, 9:00 a,m, start time your convenience. please contact Darlene Thoen at 250 -724 -3232 or V9Y 7M2 Firstom Nation phone numbers and addresses are listed below for We will be ending the day with the annual Christmas dinner. All at 250 741 -5713. (false names have been used) Fax: 250.723.0463 Kathryn Grant invited sit family Ahousahl Hesquiaht Membership are to and socialize with Email: [email protected] and friends. We look forward to seeing you there. (250) 670-9563 - Fax: (250) 670 -9696 9 ATTENTION UCHUCKLESAHT DESCENDANTS Contact Lisa Sabbat,, Council Secretary for further information: General Delivery Ahousahl B.C. VOR IAO Will all of those people, who are descendants of the Uchucklesaht First Nation, Prizes Include: Random Draw PLEASE contact Tina Robinson at the Uchucklesaht Once. As a part of cur pre - 877 -232 -1I00. $100 Gift Certificate From Store of Choice Ditideht First Nation treaty process, we are contacting people who have a direct bloodline and seeking Most Innovative Ideas Contest their interest in transferring into the Uchucklesaht Tribe for the purpose of gaining I- 888 -745- 3366 - Fax: (250) 745 -3332 MAILING HA- SHILTH -SA 5150 Gin Certificate From Store of Choice Alblese\ rreryri fits Phone -250.724.1832 -Toll Free - 1.888.724.1832 isa PO Box 340 Pon Alberni. B.C. VOY 7M8 We need names, addresses & phone numbers of all Uchucklesaht descendanu. the TO NUU- CHAH -NULTH MEMBERS Tribe has now initialled an Agreement in Principle with BC Canada. Ha- Shilth-5a is looking for addresses of Nuu- shah -nulth (NCN)I members who are NOT Name: is If you want Ehattesaht ik'TO Now we need to hear from you! Please contact the once at: Phone: (250) 724 -1832 receiving the paper. Ha- Shilth -5a free for Nur -ahak -aulth members. to Address: Alberni, BC, V9Y 7L9 receive Ha-With-5a please send name (including sour middle names initials) m: 1- 888 -761 -4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 Fax: (250) 724 -8106 Address: PO Box 1118, Pon Please indicate if you are ON or OFF RESERVE HaShillh-sa, P.O. Box 1383, Pon Alberni, B,C., V91( 7M2 l4 Phon PO Box 59 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Tseshaht First Nation Cultural Resource Centre that Name: Initial: Last Name: Email: Open to anyone interested in learning more about Tseshaht history. Apt. a: Mailing Address: First Nation _ Hesquiaht Located at 5000 Mission Rd. - City: Postal Code: } 1- 877 -232 -1100 - Fax: (250) 670 -1102 Treaty Questions for Clients: Chi- chu -eht House/ Tseshaht office. In order to quality fora free subscription you must fill in Nnu -shah -ninth First \r PO Box 2000 Tofino, B.C. VOR 2Z0 We have a toll free number available for Tseshaht members (which also houses our Nation Le. Ahousaht, Dltidahy etc: membership and Natural Resources Office If you want your addresses included for What kinds of jobs or business opportunities should be encouraged in Hupacasath First Nation n treaty updates and Tribal bulletins call us (email: capAJtaeshahLOOm) with your your community? address. 1- 866 -724-4225. Phone Number: (250) 724-4041 - Fax: (250) 724 -1232 A1=1r Hours of operation: PO Box 211 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 Monday - Friday 8:15 a,m. - 4:30 p.m. (Except holidays) o Change of Address (Previous address) For more information contact us at Huu- ay-aht First Nation What kind ofjob would you like to get? (250) 7244229 or toll free at 1- 866 -7244229. o New Subscriber? 1- 888 -644 -4555 - Fax: (250) 728 -1222 PO Box 70 Bamfield, B.C. VOR 1110 Hello Ucluelet First Nation Members! Reminder - Returned papers are deleted from the mailing list. HAVE YOU MOVED? It's up to you to keep us informed of sour address! What kinds of skills and support do you need to get the job you want? 15a:'ya'k't'h'/Che:k'tles7et'h' e need your phone number, address &.,nail addresses. We are currently updating our

.°1. (250) 332 -5259 - Fax: (250) 332 -5210 member's list for: - Distribution of Food Fish. General Delivery Kyuquot, B.C. VOP 110 tca- Tribe Newsletters and ' Treaty. Updates Moo who hl / Much ale ht How can we help you get the skills or support you need? (such as Don asesar recognise or know the whereabouts aDoesof the following members? daycare, transportation, or training) (250) 283-2015 - Fax: (250) 283 -2335 Gordon Bryson, Roberta Charlie. Richard Feveile, Jersey Morton,Alexandria The Spiritual Assembly of The Bahlitit of Port Alberti River, B.C. 1G0 Supremo.. e PO Box 459 Gold VOP George, Jami Manson, Alice Peters, Norm. Rivera, Ryan Rush, Sabrina P.0 Box 246 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 Nuchatlaht First Nation Michelle l'ouchie, Kimberly. Redmon, Jackie Hartman & Son, Adrian, Teresa Grieve Schellenbergcr. (250) 332 -5908 - Fax: (250) 332 -5907 & Joshua The Belief Faith Please tall If you have information. YOUR HELP IS APPRECIATED! worker been to help you get the skills PO Box 40 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Thy is healing. O my God, and remembrance of Thee is my Has your Social Development able CONTACT: V, Mundy at (2501726 -2414 or email: vmundy @islend.net OR Name my is my hope, love for Thee is my companion. or support you need? Leah 11111 at email: [email protected] remedy. Nearness to Thee and Tla- erlas -all First Nations Thy mercy to me is my healing and my succor in both this world and the Important Ante mall Nuu- chah -nulth First Nations members, (250) 725 -3233 - Fax: (250) 725 -4233 world to come. Thou, verily, art the All- Bountiful, the All- Knowing, the aP Rand Managers, C'HR's, Health Clerks and Band Membership Clerks: PO Box I R Tofino, BC. VOR 2Z0 All -Wise. -Balr'e'll'h MEDICAL COVERAGE NOT AUTOMATIC Has your Social Development worker been able to answer all your Toquaht Nation Reference: Recently, many bills were received at the NTC (Non -Insured Health Abdul-Bahá, The Bahá'i Faith questions? (NIHB) iron parents requesting payment under this plan. (250) 726 -4230 - Fax: (250) 726 -4403 Benefits Section) If a child is not registered with Indian Affairs and the province there is no medical PO Box 759 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 coverage_ Therefore, FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR PAYMENT OF MEDICAL Would you like your worker to put on information sessions? VISITS, X -RAYS, ETC. WILL FALL ON THE PARENTS! Tseshaht First Nation Indian Affairs canna and WILL NOT PAY any bills without full coverage. - CO. Toll 1- 888 Fax: (250) 724 -4385 a is both Indian Affairs (Status Card) BRAKER & Free: -724-1225 Remember, unless child REGISTERED with (such as a pamphlet) from your PO Box 1218 Pon Alberni, B.C. VOY 7M1 and the provincial medical plan IMSP Card) n° very important medical factors apply: Would you like to get printed information a. The child is covered under the parent medically, for only three months; Barristers & Solicitors worker on program changes? and Uchucklesaht Tribe 5233 Hector Road b. Once the child reacher 1 year of age then they are no longer covered - Fax: (250) 724 -1806 (250) 724 -1832 supplies; drugs; dental; and P.O. Boa 1160, Port Alberni under the NIHB program for equipment; Do you have any questions or comments? PO Box 1118 Pon Alberni, B.C. VOY 7M7 optical. B.C. VOY 7M1 723 Normally, a child reaching 19 years of age requires (her or his) own medical care card. Phonic, -1993 Toll free 1$77.723.1993 Fax, 723.1994 Ucluelet First Nation A child can maintain medical coverage up to age 25 when in roll -time attendance at YES NO (250) 726-7342 - a post secondary institution, that is approved by the provincial medical commission. May we quote your comments? Personal Injury litigation, including motor Fax: (250) 726-7552 It lakes 6 - 8 weeks to obtain these coverage cards! Stan the process immediately! pal with until you have both cards! Questions vehicle aeddeot injury claims YES NO 'eV PO Box 699 U9luclel B.C. VOR 3A0 Do not assume it is done! Follow up this May we use your name with your quote? to be directed to the Band Membership Clerks. or the NTC Registry Office 724 -5751 Robert Clue)), CD - NTC'. NIHB Program Supervisor Ha- Shiltli-Sa - December 4, 2003 - Page 19 2003 Page 18 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - December 4, Ans Miscellall-rain Native Community Events and Celebrations CORSAI E: designed jewellery; HOUSE FOR SALE: 3 Bedroom with silver, copper, gold engraving, stone CLASSIFIED basement. Recently renovated. Serious MMIESESIZIIIM Adam Fred Memorial Potlatch setting. Contact Gordon Dick by phone enquires only. Reasonable offers Ha- -Sa should not be lost. It is interesting that The Editor Shilth As our son/brother focused allot of his personal life to his culture, we feel that it is 723 -9401. considered - cash only. Call Allan @ the earliest kohuo reo (language nest) AutOmonbe Employment Wanted/ important to say good -bye to his presence here on earth, burro also celebrate the FOR SAI E: Carvings for sale. If you 724 -3215 (Home) or 724 -4041 (Work). children are often now young parents Kia Ora, joining of him with ancestors. Knowing our Salari our would want us to feed our are interested in native carvings such as: D &M AUTOCLEAN Services Offered Tseshaht members only On behalf of our Kau a, Arnold and are anxious not to lose what they people and thank all those who came and shared stories, hugs, tears during the time coffee table tops, clocks, plaques, 6" "WE'LL DO YOUR DIRTY WORK" -US - Need HOUSE FOR SALE to TIN member on lams in their childhood. COIL CASH Cash between Wilson, the manage-roan committee of our loss, we feel that it is important to set this special day as early as of possible. totems, canoes, leave message for Charlie Automobile cleaning and renewal. CARS F. °wide Reserve. Newly I Many send their children to kohunga and paydays. We loan $100, $200, up to $500 added bdrm Awaraha Marne and the Awaraha library We therefore have decided m hold feast for our family friends and ask that each of Mickey at 7248609 or c/o Box 40, - TRUCKS - RV'S - BOATS. 7429 dollars. 100% owned and operated by suite Views of ocean & forest. Info: committee I wish to thank you for her to either total immersion schools or you join us to remember our young mast for who we all knew him. Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Pacific Rim Highway. Phone 720.2211. (250) 725 -3482. continuing to said us your very bilingual schools both of which have First Nations. Phone (250) 390 -9225. Or On January 29, 2005 at the Mahl Mohr Gym, beginning 0112:00 p.m. We will close NATIVE WEAVING made many government funding. BASKET (250) 741-6070 cet. 401 Harvey Road, PRICED TO SELL 14 ft. X 70 ft. interesting newspaper. We have so the doors to hold our opening ceremonies; we will then serve lunch at 1:00 p.m. by Kathy Edgar. all 1 identify Awaraha is still working to cocaine the Show case of sizes of FOR SALE: 1999 Safari Van - 7 Ramose Bay, B.C. Princeton 1993 Mobile Home. 2 interests in common that we can us have we ask contact If you wish to help or any questions regarding this, that you baskets. Weaving classes are and your worries. complex of buildings which c are held passenger, excellent condition - 512,000 T S G TRUCKING SERVICE' Moving Bedroom, plus 12 ft. X 18 ft. addition, with your successes Gina Pearson (mom) at 723 -4727, or !haricot Watts (grandma) 724 -4873, or Ionic 17 th o ssary in order to be able to (uncial throughout the year. For more (0130)- Contact (250) 726 -7144 or fax And Hauling, Reasonable Rates. Tom Located at Spinal Lake Mobile Horne I was particularly interested in July Watts (auntie) 724 -4987. issue which detailed your concems about as a full marae. We must build a dining information phone 416 -0529. Address (250) 726 -2488. Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, B.C. Park. Can be moved, relocated. By an block and provide box 863 - 8140 York Ave. Crofton, B.C. appointment only. NO AGENTS! fisheries. You may have heard gnat there hall ablution TO ALL THE AHOUSAHT YOUTH FOR SALE: MotoMaster Cartop Phone: (250) 724 -3975. Phone: has been years of discussion with parking facilities before we can say we VOR IRO. Carrier. Good Condition. Offers, call 724-5290. fundraising. Genuine Authentic basket KlimtIIH Advisory for histories. government and between tribes re the have finished major The youth of Ahousat are planning to have a Wellness Youth FOR SALE: 723 -3880 WANTED Medical Equipment such as Very shortly we hope to begin the caving Linda Edgar, 250- Governance, and Constitutions (forming allocation of fishing rights here. More Conference on May 13 -16, 2004. We welcome all the youth. We will be grass. phone wheelchairs etc. Can be dropped off at who decoration of our whare nui (the big 741 -1622. Will do professional bodywork and governments). contact Harry Lucas, at recently the debate has centred on Rebecca the Tseshaht Band Office. 5000 Mission sending more information, for more info please contact, Aden, 10 years experience. 724 -1494. owns or has control of the foreshore and meeting house). The materials and tools BASKET WEAVING FOR SALE: painting. Over Road, Pon Alberni. Contact Gail K. Connie Manuel, or Nancy Titian at \I t shit School 250- 670 -9589, or the sea bed. This debate was triggered have arrived and the anises to use them Grad Has Regalia, Baskets, Weaving Marcel Durward (250) 720 -0155 FREE LANGUAGE CI ASSFN: at Gus at 724 -1225. 250 -670 -2560. Hupacasath Hall. Language by demands from pakeha to farm the sea are ready to start. I note that one of your material, specializing in Maquina Slat Instructor - SALF: Native Design FOR SALE: 1989 Ford Econoline 17 FOR Beautiful bed other sea major houses has just been completed so Tat 'rewash. Monday and Wednesday for mussels, oysters and Earrings. Available to leach at Dress. New 5 -7. 724- Tla -o- qui -aht First Nations passenger bus. Auto, urns great $5500 condition. Sire fonds. you must be very glad about that. Nights. 7 pm to 9 pm. (Bring your own conferences and workshops.. Call Julie 3049. were lactose (in two separate packets!) some oho 723 -2308 Maori claims being ignored until Sows( Express T.T.V. Day's ariStD+aS Dance segue (250)729.9819. pen & paper). Parenting Skills for Parents FOR SALE: Custom built food cart with the government was forced to join the publications that may be of interest to & Tots. Fridays from 3 4 pm. FOR SALF: carved whale teat, whale FOR SALE - 1997 Ford F350, I ton, - grill, deep fryer, sink, water pump, and and them send our best wishes Two Video Dance discussions. It has not net been settled you with Screen cab and a/c. 55,000 EVERYONE IS WELCOME cuts kleco. bones and bear teeth. crew with duallies lots of storage. 1 owner. 56500. oho. 724 and Maori are concerned for the future to all your readers for success with your Play Station two video game for four hours - Sumo suit wrestling four hours WANTED: whale teeth, whalebones, Ion. $13,900. 735 -0833 Edward Tatoosh, Certified Linguist. 4383. of their rightful interests. many projects. TSAWAAYUUS' SHARE YOUR Tin Wis Best Western Resort mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt FOR SALE:: 1990 Ford 2 wd 1 ton crew FOR RENT: A non-profit organization Of equal interest has been a recent Thank you again for your continuing gift TALENTS WITH YOUR Fl DERS' December 6, 2003 p.m. to 12 a.m. trade beads. Lv. msg. For Steve & Elsie cab on propane. $2500. 735 -0833 has roans to rent, by the day, week or article on research into your language. of papers. -8 Volunteers required for the following. John at 604 -833 -3645 or c/o 4141 -720 6" month. Very reasonable rates for Room have and still are concerned Doreen Lammond & We too been Cost: $15.00 each - Or family package 4 tickets $50.00 ,Give demonstrations leach basket St, New Westminster BC V3L3C5. a that this important aspect of our culture Sec. Awaraha Library Committee Employment Wanted Board. Also, there is Boardroom Frank at 7252602 eavwg, carving, ' painting, et We Contact Janice Thomas at 725 -2175 - Catherine FOR SALF: Native painting. Call Bruce alas available for rent For more information -4445 /Services Offered need cultural entertainment. Contact Debbie Thomas at 725 - Arnold Frank at 725 -3186 Nookemus (250) 728 -2397 phone 723-6511. would like to send out a special by us when we needed you most and Darlene Erickson at 724-5655. Whoaultheeatuk- BOARDROOMS FOR RENT.. At the thank you to all those who have Uncle Rove John. To my hod my friend know because of her mistakes that I WANTED: Nuts- ehah -norm women that Knowledge is power... power is Sandra Howard, Mowachaht Cedar Tseshaht Administrative Buildings, Part helped my children and I through a Alice John and your husband Murray strength can't ignore her education. I have to IAll XCÁS1INS would like to join my exciting team of Weaver. Hats, Caps, Pouches, Baskets, Alberni. For more inf ion call the time. special drank to thanks for being there when I needed prove to her that she is number one. Sales, trying A very you Ili I would like to share with all readers Mals, and Roses for Sale. Price CALL: Mary Kay Independent not Tseshaht Firm Nations Office at (250) 724 Samantha's grades were and 98% my sister Valerie lack and your husband you to talk. out there near and for that I had this 95% Negotiable. Barter or Trade. Ph: 250- WEE (EORA) pyramid. For more information please 1225. us. 1 To all my brothers and sisters Ida, Palm, to go to Victoria to see she is a A, and A- strident. I would like phone me, Rosalee Brown @ (250) 385- Mark for all that you have done for Beat opportunity 283 -7628. email: 44117231113 WANTED: Seeger Sewing Machine to our daughter Samantha's teachers. to share this with all that once will always treasure the kind words and Paul, Karen, Matilda, Esther and Wayne, parents oomek @hotmailcom. PO0fIA ljC. 9906. buy. Please call 724 -4987 you get involved with your children's comfort you have given us. Also to Rick Archie, Danny, Russell, lanice and my Knowledge is power and power is FIRST AID TRAINING: Canadian Red WESTCOAST TRANSITION HOUSE strength. I am saying this because] education they know they are getting Lindholm for your kind gestures. To baby bro !Wreck, thank you for all the Cross Certified First Aid Instructors EMERGENCY SHELTER: For really encourage our daughter Samantha acknowledged and feel good about it. I James Swan- Wilnyagdkk Louie Frank Jr., Dave Frank Sr., Pam support. To Maria and Maya, Corissa }louse- ofWin-ehee lacer and Alex Frank are available to Abused Women and their Children on call know l was in my when I seen her Traditional Artist Perry and all the staff at the Holistic and Amy Lou thank you for everything to keep pushing, to keep striving and to glory each First Aid to your group, office, or (small )a.bnWDl.aul Fanl.iw. 24 hours toll free 1-877- 726 -2020. keep going. I keep in touch with her reports. I even requested all copies of Original paintings, carvings Centre thanks for your support. To you done also. Love always Lenny & community. Classes can have up to 24 FORT ALBERNI TRANSITION every chance I get. I pray for her and all her repro card Sao just to let you know totems and plaques) Waelitnis' pints Auntie Runic, Greta and Lorraine Jahn Shaunique Frank, Chris Jr. and Cynthia, RO. Leos students. Phone (250) 725 -3367 or (250) HOUSE: Call 724-2223 or call the fr. my other children's education. Donald that I really appreciate all the teachers and a few- n -shirts available. Ph: (250) veaaw and and Tammy Jahn. 0L ww aRr 726 -2604 for more information. thank you for your support standing Bradley one nearest local shelter or crisis center. and I have five children and Samantha is out there for being there for my 670 -2438. Celt 12591735 -0790 ntu taso) sauts 9 tasm:m4nrs E.wa ^4.aarw NEU- CHAH -NULTH NATIVE HELP I I9v FOR CHILDREN: Thank you. Kleco, Kleco- 'Thank you!" the oldest, A mother's feeling of pride children's education and you all make a Or carol wihayagacik @yahoo.com LANGUAGE: Transcribing in phonetics 310 -1234. Parent Committee volunteers needed. I I would like to take this opportunity to and joy. It was the best feeling that I can difference. I know that 1 am making a - for meetings, research projects, personal 3 berm Bsmt Suite, heal, carry. I am so proud that I can go and difference in my children's eyes. Thanks FOR RENT' had put out a paper awhile back, seeking my thanks a million thanks to my LES SAM use. Hourly rotes. Phone Harry Lucas at see her teachers personally. They also for reading. Until then lake care of hamster, hydro, blinds, w/d hookup, Os, volunteers for Parent Committee. I am niecevi Francine Swan Frank and Albert cBeN cDautd CONS"FRUCTION 724 -5809. phone Pon Alberni old hospital said that I am the only parent interested yourself and each other. ill, glad to share that there area couple Frank and their family for of (Font) vUaurla-aa@k (ad AraMmefmal. Soo*. SWEEPY'S CLEANING SERVICES. area. $750 /month. Available Sept. lad in their child's education. I make r,Uwtkumat fine gentlemen; John F. K. Frank and inviting my family to a very huge Coast alJah.0 t,lattae Samantha Gus: Need some Cleaning Phone 723 -0308. attempt to treat my children equally. I Carol Mattersdorfer Ina John). Lawrence Campbell and his wife community birthday dinner. Also to Mr. ma. twmasn done? Don't have enough time) Good MISSING: White, toddler size Cnucks Columba are willing to help on and Mrs. William Mack their daughter 9oah . raAie ... rates. Call 723 -7645 or leave a message jersey with "C. Little, 499" on back. wa eu December 3, 2003. We are planning a had celebrated her 13th birthday. Tt was @ 724 -2763. Windows, dishes, Jersey of sentimental value taken from a pancake breakfast for the Elementary CLASSIFIED CONTINUED 724-6434 or nice feeling to be able to socialize with E C vacuuming, laundry, walls, shelves, etc. Port Alberni home. Call for 7oe Martin Parents their kids' report card day. my friends and family members. Not DCCOUT CANOES Custodial/ Janitorial certified. 724 -2935 with information. BOAT 1992 25 Raider. WA NKf N: D: 18' - 19' Fiberglass Deep V TRADITIONAL So FORSSRE: - foot s'aamnmeeer®a wwx.eeereetkap.ean please if you find it in your heart, to that often I get to visit with them Commercial house keeping/ home making MISSING 30 HP Yamaha. Any Aluminum cabin, open fore and all deck, Fishing Boat, Soft Top, (Double Eagle, rkDRapanrmma moral - come out and volunteer to built a school because of many obligations to. 009 certified & Food safe. information please contact Boyd or Josh !mend etc). @ WaNrBMltlJdlaer closer to our children. You are welcome adjustable outboat bracket, tandem Hourston, Call Dale or Barb 250 Port APowN.BC I give my many thanks again, t was GROWING THE CIRCLE Fado 723 -5114 or 724-6491. Reward! galvanized trailer'. 819,900 without - 283 - 7149. -IagoClYaOa to contact the school at 6705555 or nice Mn, out. A lot of animas i was COMMUNICATIONS GROUP' Video FOR SALE: SMOKED FISH, vacuum engine, 929,900 with 2101 - 225 Mero CANOE BUIIJ)INC Will build canoe, ciwawlp contact me Carol at home 6762595. provided, the dinner was excellent they / music / CD -Rom or DVD production, packed (by the sides), bags of Upsgwee. Roger Franceur 723-4005 or each how to build canoe. Call Harry Pees come out one come all, and check Optimax. Call 2567266341. had a variety of dishes. Thanks to all the i website design or enhancement, book Call our your children's report card on mdIhDßfAl, MV Ropo - no license. Lucas 724-1494. crooks in the community. Boy a boy publishing, public relations, marketing, FOR RENT: Shared office space for of 25' by December 4, 2003. We are also looking 40' fiberglass. Ex- Geezer troller. Fully FOR SALE: Bayliner pawned George G John Jr. COUGAR Ahousaht has a heart to give when and training Top quality profession I rent on Songhecs Reserve, Victoria. equipped. Freezer system only 2 years 350 Cites with Volvo leg. Excellent to recruit more parents that am willing to needed. This is something that has to be lNJ1Yr1AraYn sa-At: PAIi,jï1NGn productions a very reasonable rates. Call Tom at (250)885 -9070 670 -2477. $11,000. n_.- a First Nations Parent old. Harold Little (250) condition. 7356833. forty Committee. shared from the bottom of my heart and Contact Randy t Fred, 530 Cadogan Street, FOR SALE - 40' Ex- troller and Spring PROFESSIONAL available for WOOD FOR SALE: S80 per cord. Thanks for your time. Carol to recognize both families and everyone Nanaimo BC V9S 1E4; Tel. 250 -741 - nets made to order. Call Robert Johnson Workshops/ Conferences. Healing n...... wa*+wr. Leave a message a 723 -1129. Mattersdorfer, Ahousaht First Nation else. Kleco, Kleco. ..e.. 0153; e-mail: ftuulvtled@shaw .ca. Chou! Sr. (250) 7244799. Circles /Retreats/ Canoe Journeys. . Band. TOOUART BAY CONVENIENCE FOR SAI F.: Area "G" AI Troll License Contract or full -time position. Holistic Jacky Oravbioa< Open Year Located on 37 5 II Contact Louie Frank Sr. at 250- STORE: round! Employment Wanted / massage & aromatherapy with essential First Nations Graphics. Specializing E70-9573 or leave a message at the Macoah Reserve. Status Gigs available. oils by Rave, Touch. Please contact m Native Vinyl Decals. (Custom Services Offered Ahousaht Administration Office at 250 hatOrn Coates ',Akin Shirley Mack Proprietor. Thank you to the following generous businesses who Eileen Touehie @,250 -726 -7369 err 726- Elegant Advantage Decorating 6769563. Made /All Sizes). All typa of Native MOUNTAIN BOY (20001- FAST-FOOD 5505. - 5 Techniques combined into one Call Now! Celeste lack*. and Catering Servieea donated door prizes for the Social Issues Forum held FOR SALF' 25' Mark 7 Zodiac. Call Graphics. TAKE-OUT: 1627C Peninsula Road, full health experience. - Balance or Tracey Robinson @ home:723 -8571, on November 3, 4 and the Youth Planning Forum on Leo Manson at (250) 725-2662 for mom www.decalmakers.homestead.nm Ueluelet, B.C. Pizza Chicken, Who & Ice lymphatic system /relieve tired and tense 1.com Margaret Robinson @ home:723 -0789. information. Email: ladybmve05@hotmai Croat. Open 7 days a week from I I:30am November 24: muscles. - Pressure point care for overall We all occasion. Weddings, FOR SALE: 38 12 fi "C" license - IOpm. Deliveries after 5:30pre Tel: 726- - Room & Board (Opportunity): Looking health. Facial cleansing and facial Rissa Rac Irm4I Showers, Graduations, Banquets, $450.00 a foot. Donald Mundy (250) for Adult tenants for August I and 2221. Owns: V & Crystal Mundy. sage. - Elders age baby age -focus on Brunches, Diners, a Super Host & Food 720 -5841. -smoking Quality Foods Tseshaht Market September 1, (3 available), Non NITINAHT LAKE MOTEL:: New the age group to address their individual Safe Certified. FOR SALE: 2 cannon deep lines, used & non -drinking Horne. Located in Port Manager is Lucy Edgar. I can be reached Kaw t- shirts Braker needs. NINE. I',ekup truck and driver. and Company only one season. 5400 each. 723 -4374. Alberni (south), dose to bus stop. Clean FOR Office )4 - 250 -745 -3844, Home N 250 -745- FOR SALE: 471 Motor, low hours, Need something transported or towed" Zellers Dairy Queen FOR SALE: New & Used Barclay private room. Tenants must be clean & 250 - 745 -3295. PO Box 160, excellent running condition. Can be seen can rea duoahsera womww o 6610, Fax t $350 - Hydro, cable TrsPmn tome furniture, fridge, stoves` Sound Sockeye Nets. (250) 923 -9864. responsible. /month Pon Alberni, BC, V9Y 7M8. Shoppers Drug Mart Rogers Video running. 724 -1105. motors, your boat, canoe FOR RENT: Equipment for power and Internet access included. outboard Travel FOR SALE: 30' Fad Hull Gillnetter with -723- travel trailer towed or moved. By the km Uniglobe Alliance point and DVD presentations. Projector (References Required). Call 250 Drafting Table for sale: 59" wide. $200.00 o.b.0.. 2 nets (1 sockeye & 1 dog salmon). 724 for info. \ & by the hour. Call 250 -724 -5290 5503 and Screen. By the bout or day. Deposit `\ -Sa @ 724 -5757 1105. Call Ina- Shilth / Thank you for your support! required. Telephone: 250-724 -5290 r

20 Ha-Shilth-Sa December 4, 2003 N.E.D.C. BUSINESS NEWS CONGRATULATIONS NEDC SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Scholarship recipient April Scholarship recipient Charleson, a member of the Leah Mack, a member of the Hesquiaht First Nation. Togliatti Tribe,

NEDC RECEIVES AN EXTENSION ON Darken Watts presented Jack Little Jr with his scholarship. The Business Equity Program

The NEDC scholarship is a $1,000 affords her, of spending a Christmas ward given to Nuu- chah -nulth students with her family. The Business Equity Program (B.E.p) is legal entities on or off reserve. enrolled in an accredited post- April a member Charleson, of the a partnership between the NEDC and The tourism sector includes all viable secondary business, finance or Hesquiaht First Nation is currently Aboriginal nosiness Canada (ABC) in tourism proposals from all sectors of the commerce program to reward academic working one Business Degree at which NEDC delivers the ABC Program tourism industry. ABC describes a excellence. Malaspina College in Nectarine. to Vancouver Island clients. tourism business as 'one that comprises The scholarships NEDC are presented "Kleco, Kleco to NEDC and the Board About three years ago ABC modified activities of persons travelling outside at the N1 C Post Secondary Scholarship of Directors for this scholarship," says the delivery of their program by their usual environment for leisure, and Graduation dinner This year the April," it will help we to upgrade my conducting pilot projects with selected business or other purposes.' dinner was held on November 20th at computer, which I use for all my External Delivery Organizations. There The innovations sector includes Main Mas and the NEDC Chairperson, were only three External Delivery existing businesses, new business Derlarn Watts congratulated each of our "Returning to school has long been a Organisations in Canada invited to establishment and/or business recipients and presented them with their dream of mine. I am imerested in the participate in this pilot project. These acquisition and manufacturing. scholarships. area of business management and look three were and still are considered to be Manufacturing is significant because the most capable and This year we were pleased to present forward to hinging this information fiscally strong First Nations artisans full rada This Aboriginal Capital Corporations the scholarships to: Leah Mack, April home and working with our people," category. They may now be able tu says (ACC's) in Canada. They include one access the BEP undo, the new Charleson and Jack Little Jr. April. criteria Aboriginal Capital Corporation from (some please For Leah Mack, this is her second Jack Little Jr. a member of the restrictions apply, call the Ontario, one from Quebec and NEDC NEDC office for more information). NEDC scholarship, she says, 'I would Ahousaht First Nation is our third from BC Under this agreement ABC Trade and market expansion really like to thank NEDC for the help recipient. Jack is currently enrolled at includes and NEDC entered into a three -year, all markets in excess of 100 kilometres these scholarships give me. Worrying Malaspina university College in $2,500,000 contribution agreement to from the business. For Vancouver less about finance allows me to Nanaimo in the Bachelor trine provide equity contributions to eligible Island businesses this means that for the concentrate on my studies." Business Program taking the clients first time NEDC can offer assistance Leah is a member of the Toquaht Tribe, Accounting stream. with marketing ventures both on other her mother is Jeanine Nahas and her lack's career goal is to pursue a NEDC is pleased to announce the parts of the Island and the BC lower father, the lase Sidney Mack; brothers Certified Accountant (CA) designation extension of the Business Equity mainland. Carlos and Philip Mack complete her and to accomplish -this he will be Program to March 31, 2004 with an The youth entrepreneurship sector (the immediate family. moving to Vancouver. additional 5350,000 investment funds.. most expansive part of the program) In April 2003 Leah completed an " I am very appreciative of the honour supports young business people in undergraduate degree in Business at St of receiving the NEDC scholarship and The B.E.P. provides contributions to establishment, acquis nn and expansion Francis Xavier in Nova would like to thank them all for giving Scotia and is commercial enterprises in four service in any business sector. currently out this award," says Jack. "I plan on enrolled in a Law program at areas: youth entrepreneurship, If you would like more information Osgood in Toronto. saving this money to prepare for my novmion, cultural and eco- tourism and about the Business Equity Program, you Leah has taken her post move lo Vancouver. as I know my secondary trade and market expansion. Participant Can visit the ABC website at abc- living expenses will be very high. schooling on the east coast and looks eligibility is limited to Canadian status c.gc.ca or phone the NEDC office Once again, thank you NEDC." forward to the luxury this scholarship and non-status First Nations, Inuit, at (250) 724-3131. Mein. associations. partnerships or other Nuu- chah -nulth Economic Development Corporation 7563 Pacific Rim Highway, (next door to Tseshaht Market) Office Hours: MON - FRI: 8 am to 12 pm, I pm to 4:30 pm, SAT, SUN, & HOLIDAYS: CLOSED The purpose of NEDC is to promote and assist the development, establishment and expansion of the business enterprises of the Tribes and Tribal members of the Nuu- chah-nulth Tribal Council.

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