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HaShilth-SaCanadian Publications Mail Product Ha- Shilth -Sa Sales VOL. 25- NO. 9 - June 18, 1998 Nuu- chah -nulth for "Interesting News" Agreement No. 467510 Church and State Found Liable at AIRS United Church by David Wiwchar split over decision According to Randy Fred, some ~ e The organization most worried `dj people have found closure about Justice Brenner's findings, Is . . because of Justice Donald o _. is of course, the United Church of . Brenner's indictment of the - Canada. Federal government and of - Having been found vicariously - United Church of Canada for ; el liable for the abuses at the Alberni their role in the Alberni Indian us 7 Indian Residential School, the School. r. United Church of Canada said Residential r _ I. .r But Fred, a plaintiff in the since legal proceedings are con- precedent- setting trial, admits t tinuing, they would not speak on 40- he's still a long way from ~ + . 4 e, the case itself, but in a faxed .! closure or forgiveness. statement wrote: "we repent our "The healing that has gone on role in the spiritual and cultural

around our case has been amaz- Plaintiffs (1 -r) Randy Fred, Willie Blackwater, and Marlon Watts gather outside abuse inflicted upon First Nations ing," said Fred. "I hope a the Nanaimo Courthouse to discuss their case against the Alberni Indian over many generations." decision on fair compensation Residential School. Although this statement is not a blame between the federal will bring a sense of closure for the actions of convicted pedophile of legal apology, United Church of and the United myself, and the many other Arthur Henry Plint, but also government Canada moderator Bill Phipps to physical Church of Canada. people who were abused at alluded mental, and says in religious language, repent residential schools." sexual assaults suffered at the "The government and the church carries more meaning than apol- fighting," said Peter Eric Mack of Ucluelet feels good hands of other school officials. are still ogy. about Brenner's decision, but In his decision, Justice Brenner Grant, lawyer for many of the "We have said all along that we wrote as a plaintiffs. admits more healing is needed. that while employed will accept whatever responsibil- dormitory supervisor at the "Proportional liability, direct "The case helped a lot of people ity is defined by our role," said Residential liability, the liability of individu- to come forward," said Mack. Alberni Indian School, Phipps, who before being elected the loss language, "That has to continue. We have to Plint severely abused his position als and of to his position within the United and spirituality still have talk about our pain." as a parental figure, by calling culture, Church of Canada, was a practic- discussed." John Mayba, social worker at boys into his room to physically to be ing lawyer. said if this second stage of NTC's Central Health Services, and sexually molest them; some- Grant "We repented our role in the on the a telephone the case moves along smoothly, agrees Brenner's decision is a times pretext of residential schools, and we set up parents. plaintiffs could begin their dam- step in the right direction, but call from their a $700,000 healing fund con- has sent age suits in the new year. emphasises it is only one step of Justice Brenner's decision trolled by the First Nations mem- as Previously, Grant had estimated many still to be made. shock -waves across the country bers of our church, well before the other agencies worry about how damage settlements at anywhere f "It's a recognition in the wider litigation process began." from $100,000 to $600,000 per society that there will be a criminal actions by an employee The local United Church in Port or person. process which will result in can put their business organiza- Alberni has been critical of the not about money," said Fred. justice for the victims," said tion in jeopardy. "It's actions from their governing about healing. Money is just Mayba, who spends most of his Citing a number of other liability "It's body, and voted unanimously for vehicle towards the healing we time counselling residential cases across Canada, B.C. Su- a their local church to make a full seeking. And how do you put school survivors and their fami- preme Court Justice Donald are apology to the victims of the Brenner concluded in his report a dollar figure on the loss of lies. . Alberni Indian Residential spirituality, language, culture, On June 4th, B.C. Supreme Court that: "both the Church and Canada School. involved with and family, and community unity?" Justice Donald Brenner brought were directly "They way they (the United 1 exerted effective control over the "It's a breakthrough, but the I down his decision, finding both Church of Canada) are handling in hasn't brought closure the federal government and the principal's activities the further- decision this case is inappropriate, and not for clients," said Peter Grant. United Church of Canada vicari- ance of their joint and several my conducive to healing," said Kathy , "It gives my clients a sense of ously liable for the atrocities objectives." Hogman, Minister of St Andrew's , The court has booked three weeks relief however, as they've said to suffered by students at the United Church in Port Alberni. in `finally we told someone Alberni Indian Residential August to hear arguments of me that "We're trying to get them to the about they believed us, School. direct liability, and percentage this,and held someone accountable. Continued... pg.3 The month -long case centered on and ' INSIDE POSTAGE PAID IN PORT ALBERNI, B.C. RETURN POSTAGE GUARANTEED If undeliverable, please return to: Treaty Planning ..., Page 3 Ha- Shilth -Sa, P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Hupacasath Land Selection Page 4 Tsow Tun Le Lum Celebrates Page 6 Graduation Celebration Page 12 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF. CANADA NEWSPAPERS DIVIS Haahuupayak Graduation Page 14 395 WELLINGTON STREET OTTAWA ONTARIO NEDC News Page 24 j K1 A 0N4 Stli0 I Ha- Shilth -Su, June I8, 1998 - e Page 3

Page 2 - Ha- Shilth -Sa -June 18, 1998 Church story Treaty Planning in Port Alberni from pg.1 by Denise Ambrose can be done. Richard Lucas requested the additional demand. placed on is continued June 810 session ornery onagers the on 8e- lhillh -ta newspaper & KLECOS The that anew deadline be see citing the and impacts NTC LETTERS planning opened with the singing of the delivered programs. Taylor pointed out published by the Nuu -chah- from its readers. All letters understand that they need to importance of this issue for all first HaShilthSe will include letters received Link opening nulth Tribal Council for their responsibility NCN song led by Jack and nations. that Treaty takes up a least 2514 of his must be signed by the writer and have the writes name, address & phone acknowledge Norma to the members of prayer by elder, Sam Johnson. Tom Happynnk reported on time While he is chairing the treaty distribution number on it. Names can be withheld by request. so that the healing can begin." (limy) Taylor, Chairman, reviewed the agenda behalf of the Jurisdiction and Governance planning meetings, he must appoint the fourteen material for clarity, brevity, meeting with We reserve the right to edit submitted Hogman will be which was adopted as amended. Mandate Working Group OliMWtil. Ile someone else to take care of his Nuu- chah -nulth First Nations letters dealing grammar and good taste. We will definitely not publish with church officials in September in Tom Happynook requested timer has the sane concern as the LA WMWG. responsibilities as Executive Director of as well as other interested tribal or personal disputes or Issues that are critical of Neu- chah -uulth hopes the wishes of her church the table fora presentation by the World documents being sent out to Nations NTC. Many personnel and other groups and individuals. of Whalers. It was decided that administrative issues have to be individuals or groups. will be heeded by the National Council seeking but responses are rarely & original work and this has Information All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the the proper place for the presentation provided. Happynook displayed his postponed until his return newspaper is executive. contained in this policies the would beat the regular NTC meeting sense of humor while reviewing the direct impact on the day -to-day writer and willl not necessarily coincide with the views or of copyright and may not be which is scheduled for July Eft. we want operations of the NTC. Nuuchah -nulth Tribal Council or its member First Nations. Transportation paper, saying that a of reproduced without written It's a very painful Reports wee presented by the exclusive rights to space ship landing Taylor presented list permission from: following groups: Lands, Air and Waters pads in territories. George watts recommendations were experience for all of The will appoint our Nuu- chah -new Tribal Council Letter of Thanks A Special Thank you To Grateful for the Residential Mandate Working Group, Revenue and stressed the importanceorta ce of ins ring adopted. co-chairs us, going to take Fiscal Matters Working Group, Nature *ing of their members to chair the Treaty P.O. Boa 1383, Port Alberni, School Survivors Program it's NCN's role in terms of daision.m My Family Resources Mandate Working Group, and in the area of transportation. Planing Meetings. Taylor was given the B.C. V9Y 7M2. On Sunday May 3 our daugh- generations for the capacity I have been wanting to share My Name Is Jeanine the Jurisdiction and Governance Mandate Happynook reviewed the draft mandate to evaluate the resources of the Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 ter May Coon got very sick and was something since February/98. I healing process to be Woking Group. paler in the area NTC Treaty Office to provide for and 1 am principles and interests Fax: (250) 723-0463 transported to Pon Alberni hospital. Webster writing this have been trying to sober up for 10 fulfilled. The Natural Resources Mandate of Citizenship. The paper sparked a efficiency. E She flew to children's hospital in letter to say thank you, on behalf &g Working Group (NRMWG) presented a lengthy discuuion on who should be Don Hall gave the Fisheries report, myself and my new husband years. I have been in and out of David Wroth, Vancouver when she reached Pon of paper on Principles and interests in the in epos' saying that there has been little progress treatment centers for that long. In "The implications are -less for entitled to have NCN citizenship Computer Lay -out: Alberni. Steve Vrzovski, to all the family area of copyright patents and intellectual treaty environment It was pointed out on the Fisheries Interim Measures 1976 due to a marriage breakup I them than they are for the national with 'because of the reds -annis Bill Once in children's hospital the members who were able to travel property. The paper dealt mainly that once the treaty is signed, the DIA Agreement, I turned to the bottle, I was drunk names, to enter into the IMA doctors told us she was suffering to Toronto for our wedding. We church," said Phipps. "They're NCN knowledge including NCN enrollment list will cease to exist and reluctance 10 years on skid row in songs, dances, an, regalia medicinal will have 'Indian Status', negotiations. A motion was passed that from a brain hemorrhage and that both realize what a long and for more free to do what their con- none of us Printed at the plants and suggested protocols to abide Simon Lucas will be added as a member did Vancouver. Around 1986 I de- the regardless of the percentage of NCN they caught it in time. They expensive trip it is across Canada science tells them to do. We're Alberni Valley Times by when others want access to these blood in our bodies. In will be up to the of the Fisheries IMA negotiation team. surgery on May 4 and Mary seems to cided I wanted to quit, especially ones who are being sued." Subscriptions: $15.00 per year in so we just wanted to genuinely things. Amendments were suggested and people who is NCN and Huse -ay -ant presented a proposal have gotten through that She is back NCN lode.< since my grandchildren were Phipps said United Church of ' Funding & $18.00 per year in the express our appreciation to every- the paper was adopted as amended and who is not. A special meeting will be with respect to l ant Canada is doing to herself again and just quickly multiplying. I really felt I meet later TSC table for negotiation. Arrangements. Huse- ay -aht has recently U.S.A. and foreign countries one. Canada officials will will go to the convened to further develop NCN fine. had to Ron Frank reported on behalf of signed an Interim Measures Agreement Editor -Manager Thank you Dad, Gran, didn't want to be a example this month to decide whether an position on the Citizenship issue. I would like to say a big thank the NRMWG on Forest Tenure Reform. Managers' Follow -up Reports with the Ministry of Forests but has been & Southern Region Reporter, Auntie Mary-lane, Bobby, Auntie them, I didn't Want than to see me appeal will be launched. you to our Uncle Larry Curley for Ile outlined the history of Forest Tenures in the following NTC unable to secure funding levels from as my children seen me "drank ". I "We have 30 days with which to dwere presented that I ensure David Wiwchar the support for driving us to Pon Helena, Uncle Hudson and Auntie in BC, Nat at ante, forest departments.. Fisheries, Education, FRBC funding projects will kept on falling off, and I envied said Phipps. "We'll be its (250)724.5757 Alberni then onto Vancouver. Uncle Janet for being able to fly across appeal," resources were viewed as limitless. Ile Health Child and Family Services, Social that the Huu-ay -ohl Nation reaches people in A.A that have been inpm because much objective restoration, renewal and Office Manager, Larry and Uncle Johnny Tom thank and thank you to Debbie, Uncle them holding a special meeting to added that he needs Development and NEDC. The first to of needs robe done to refine this enhancement projects in their traditional Annie Watts you for the use of your vans. which and sober for 20 years. I kept saying answer that question." work report was Executive Director, Norman Chuck, Neil, Gertrude, Kel that the I be paper. The NRMWG were concerned Taylor. Taylor reported that the NTC territory. A motion was passed (250) 7245757 allowed the family to come and be to myself "gee" why can't like Throughout the four weeks of Meg for making the trip with that we (NCN) are compartmentalizing or NCN Treaty Table would support the with me Managers met to follow -upon the work Reporter, with us when our daughter Mary them? What's the matter hearings on vicarious liability, Forest Council in Central Region Auntie Marion's van. We would isolating venom resources in this required to prepare documents Nat will establishment of NCN went for her surgery on May 15. I'd say. One day in '97 I said to lawyers for the federal department forest Denise Ambrose also like to thank everyone who process and suggested the development address the future of MCLevel order to renew and enhance Thank you to Hazel and Joe I the Hahoulthee of (250) 725-2120 helped with the expenses but myself, I'm missing something. of Indian Affairs and the United of a Natural Resources Act. programs. Several issues were raised as a resources throughout every, Curley for the support and - The Central Region and . reviewed the NCN Hawiih. I need g ugfilr[q&ol38gi J9 gyy;elf Church of Canada jostled to of meeting. Taylor weren't able to mane the)oum Treaty Planning Meeting thing that they have done for Edward Hu y ant First Nations have their own result issues fame ode The next I4`Saÿ'á 3pédfsiYh'llnk thiolu )lytpy ,Reside 8:911'.>.ie, distance themselves: and implicate and myself we are grateful forwhat " -'ihvh'df l Natural Resources Interim Measures mainly around will be held at Tiewis on June 2223 School Survivors Program. I made the other in having control of The issues centered you have done for us. you for all the traditional songs Agreement and are exercising their right it, I went in January -February 5 Alberni Indian Residential School. DEADLINE Thanks to Leo, Maxine, and traditions which were done to input and involvement in natural Please note that the DEADLINE '98. Boy did I find what I was Canada lawyer in their respective Amber, Tim, and Freda for being for me that day which was orga- United Church of remain activities for submissions for our next I now consider that rose to territories. it was decided that both with us In Vancouver. It really meant nized by Uncle Hudson and missing. Christopher Hinkson often groups make a presentation to the issue is 4:30 pm on Friday, a lot to us having you all there to program as my missing link. Once dispute the interpretation of Auntie Janet. It truly gave me a NRMWG in order to provide assistance/ June 25,1998. After that date, support us. Thanks to Carol and John I went to that program in Nanoose contracts and other documents sense of pride to see all the guests ideas. The NRMWG received a mandate material submitted & judged to and for taking care of our I am very grateful to my as by Emily dancing while Uncle drummed Bay being introduced evidence to proceed with the development of be appropriate, cannot be guar- other children during our crisis while for guiding me to that and sang. I would also like to say Creator federal defense lawyer Mitch principles for the proposed NCN Natural anteed placement but. if rel- we were in Vancouver. program. It was everything I Resources Act. a special thank you to Gertrude Taylor. twee. will be included in the fol- Thank You to the Chief and of. I found for The Lands, Air and Waters by me as one my wanted and dreamed "It's a very painful experience Council -aht for taking who stood of Mandate Working Group (LAWMWG) lowing issue. of Tlaoqui I me out so many things in there didn't all of us," said Phipps. are of our accommodations during bride's maids. It made really sent a letter to each First Nation In an ideal world, know about Residential School. "It's going to take generations for Parks in our stay in Vancouver. Thank you happy that she could be them for requesting information about submissions would be typed, The healing I got from that pro- the healing process to be fill- their traditional territory. The letter was everyone for all your donations and me on my wedding day. rather than hand- written. makes me today! drafted in response to a motion made by support. Your thoughts and prayers o Thank you everyone for all gram still cry filled." Submitted photographs recommend the Residen- this table at the last planning mating. really meant a lot to the family. the things that was done for us. I I highly should include return address, a The motion requiems. that each Nation is at and tial School Survivors Program to Mary back home can't even describe how happy provide responses to the letter within two brief description of subjects and been in Residential doing very well. Welcome Home you made me. anyone that's weeks. To date, no responses have been enclose a self- addresed envelope to sober up. I Mary. Jeanie School, and is trying received and, as a result no further wok for their return. All my love, Sincerely, Edward and Jackie Coon guarantee it is the best teaching Wink Sport and Tom Metals Happynook of Hou-ay-aht Nation COVERAGE: and Family you'll ever get. Please note that although we Along with a new Editor / ' I feel so clean and light after I got would certainly like to be able ?a?ühp` iii Manager's first issue, also comes rid of all that garbage I was carry- to cover all stories and events, Advisory For Histories And his first apology:....-.... _ . ing around. I feel I have made a in I -CHAH -NULTH as well as submitted material, Governance We apologize for the dark photos. complete turnaround my life, TREATY AND PROGRAM INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR NUU now, and I'm we can only do so subject to: contact Harry Lucas in the last Ha- Shilth -Sa. even go to church LIVING AWAY FROM HOME 724 -5807 or 724 -5757 We regret any inconvenience this going to sign up for school in the Sufficient advance notice or lucas@,cedar.albemi.net error may have caused. fall. You're never too old to learn. now Reporter's at E.A.C. From someone that appreci- NEGOTIATIONS availability THIS IS THE CALENDAR OF MEETINGS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR TREATY ates life. Alcohol and dreg abuse INFORMATION the time of the event AND OTHER PROGRAMS. WE WILL UPDATE THE INFORMATION FROM TIME TO TIME. HERE IS THE can into this Editorial space available in councilors voice FOR THE NEXT FEW MONTHS: time, but it's the paper KUU -US CRISIS , program. ItSkes 1 LINE 19,1998, AT THE PEARL WARREN CENTRE OF THE Editorial deadlines being worth it. SEATTLE: JULY 18 AND 24 hrs/day - - 7 days a week * w SEATTLE INDIAN HEALTH BOARD. DETAILS TO FOLLOW - WATCH adhered to by contributors Port Alberni, Bamfield, the West Coast, etc. THIS SPACE! A r A Grateful Alcoholic June 21 Huu -ay -ant First Nation. From W ILL ARD GALLIC OR VIC PEARSON AT 250 724 5757. Teen Line - - 723 -2040 IF YOU NEED OTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL Share In the Celebration WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU! Adult Line - - 723 -4050 Na-S hilih-'rJSa ) Toll free number 1- 800 -588 -8717 for long distance callers. Manned by adult and teen volunteers 11:2 As: ,,,:s

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located between the current Tseshaht anyplace that we're kicking you off. conditions. We want to secure 100% Heiltsuk Chief Nego tiator addresses residents of Ocean Falls Walk on the Wild Hupacasath Market and the riserbend bridge. All we are saying is that we were here interest in our territory, not pans here Tat Tatoosh told a story about first, we own it, and we want recogni- and there. We have nowhere to go. Side of Flores Island (The following is a speech delivered They have to prepare themselves Your rights are not on this table, Initial Land how the present reservation sites tion and compensation. You've Our reserves are full, and the city of by Heiltsuk Chief Negotiator Edwin tor settlement of the process, and if but my rights are. Togo Heiltsuk people, On our Ahousat owned and came to be: 'our ancestors had to impacted on my lifestyle. We no Pon Alberni grew up around us. We Newman to the residents of Ocean oere successful and get what we wants the extinguishment of our title is not on operated vessels, we will select sites that they and there longer have the wealth that nature need room to grow That's Selection wanted too. why Falls, B.C.) Heiltsuk people, you will have to the table. The day the white governments was one isolated place that was very gave, but are now dependent on we say fee lands are on implement that agreement. try to push that, it will be the day the guide you through a gateway by Denise Ambrose that simple Good afternoon. I'm Edwin special to them, but it was bologna and wieners. We want to If we are unsuccessful, and we Heiltsuk people walk away from the Hupacasath First Nation began very the table. We hope that you don't Newman, Chief Negotiator for the to adventure. work together, desperately, the courts don't make it this time, you will prepare table. If that happens, there will be no their initial land selection difficult to get there. Our ancestors jump to conclusions when you read Heiltsuk people. During your water trip or air the are not the way to go.' yourselves to carryon with the fight. certainty for you, and no certainty for me. negotiations in their own territory. believed Mamulthne would never the newspapers now that you've This is the second time we've been So the position we are here for today will That is very important to us, because we flight, you'll enjoy find it because they weren't smart Judith Sayers concluded by heard and understood us.' here. Wive vied to talk to other non. They welcomed their guests with never die; it will always be here. ,.ant certainty rough They never dreamed that the thanking her people who she Sayers concluded by reminding Native groups that are connected tote panoramic views of our traditional welcome dances. A We look for three things in this tc We want to make sure that Mamulthne would one day learn to described as Hupacasath most the negotiators,' We were never treaty process. spectacular prayer chant was offered by Robert process, and l have said this before. I said whatever see get out of this process is a coastline, fly!' valuable resource. She asked the in any We've spoken to the people in Dennis Jr. after everyone seated conquered nor have ceded land this the last time we met here. We look long -term lament. It's going to cost offering some of the most Louise described the hardships Province and Canada where the way.' Shearwater, and we've met with the - for economic stability. For a long time some of you people something. It costs themselves in Hupacasath Hall. Vancouver Regional Ads ieary superb wildlife viewing that the Hupacasath people have Ilupacasath are expected to select our have been on the us. Ilupacasath chief negotiator, Committee (RAC). We really never know people outs. endured since contact with the land with all the competing interests (Editor's Note: An looking in. We were displaced, put on opportunities found Judy Sayers, welcomed everybody, incorrect version what to expect when we come in to these Mamulthne. 'There was small pox, surrounding them. `There is nothing The wealth that comes out of our reservations, our lands were taken away. noting that it is a beautiful, sunny of this article ran in the last Ha- meetings. anywhere. tuberculosis, gonorrhea and left but the mountain tops. We want Shilth -Set Along with reprinting seas is controlled by very few people. We know how it feels to be displaced. and proud day for Hupacasath. the The first time we ever met with You begin with a guided trip alcoholism. Once we were strong you to think about it. Our number We always use the gs lock We've been that way for over a hundred She pointed out a photograph correct version of this story, we offer RAC, they were very hospitable. The one priority is to fishery as an example. There are 55 years. to Ahousat, where the town on the wall her grandfather. She but, without immunity, we started restore and our apologies for any inconvenience second time, they understood little of licenses. Those 55 licenses are controlled Like I said, our people lived here. Our dying off Our tradition, language rehabilitate our territory. We're or misunderstanding our error may better what we were all about. welcomes your arrival, and explained that her grandfather, in the by 30 people, and it's a 60 million dollar people lived in Nauru, andpre now BC and culture survived, but then came prepared to share, on our tents and have caused.) We had slot of support at the last 1920's was involved with land a year business. If you look at the Packers owns that. Our people lived in where you start your another threat Residential School. RAC meeting. It is important to talk claims for the Hupacasath, yet it - licensing system of DFO, that is what you Quay, and now someone owns that today. informative, guided walking Imagine walking whaling. The elder responds with about our history in this territory and why took until 1994 to begin treaty through a childless Student thanks Quu ?asa will see. Because each category is So those are the kinds of things we look 're going through the process that eco -tour. negotiations between the NCN, BC, village, pan of that village is dead. stories telling how whaling was controlled by the big corporations, our for in this process. Those are three Counselling Diploma we're going through. We want to bring it back for our similar to what universities are people are left sitting on the beach doing important things to us. our and Canada 'We want to settle This territory (Ocean Falls) was a Winding through village children so that they can be proud.' nothing. To us, it is not a boring process. It (treaty) soon, look around at our Program now. "The highest you can achieve major village to our people in the old and into the beautiful forest, Sayers that through this process, we hope to is very important to the Heiltsuk people. children, they will be much stronger Judy pointed out spiritually; like your education days It has a name, and we still call it change that. We want apiece of Nor We have to make sure we don right the you will arrive at "Ball and more educated than we are and there are only four out of 215 I would like to wish a safe here," said Stanley. that. Hupacasath action; We economic stability. first time because we will only have one uninhabited by you won't want to have to deal with members that are fluent and happy The people up here, our. people, Beach", time off for my fellow "Some of you will pass. Some of want some of the benefits that chance. in their language. were still living here when the first will humans. choose them students from this years Quu ?asa you not he the harvest of the resources in There have been two recent court Or you may are ready yet," said. was being built. They to help nowt Sayers noted that having Susan Lauder pros ided a were asked a Counselling Diploma Program in "Whaling is us in that our territory, to flow through our cases that have changed the course of this the Telegraph Beach hike comprehensive report on described to clear the land and they worked there land base is one of the most partnership with community,wily, because today, none of it table. One of them is called the Gladstone Hupacasath's fisheries Nuu- cheh -nulth way. It could take 8 months to without knowing that the land was being combined with the Hole -In- important components of their program. She aka case. The Supreme Court of Canada made Tribal Council and Malaspina prepare to get a whale. For a stolen. It was going to be gone. treaty. Currently, only .1% of described the condition of their lands For many years we saw the logs a decision that the Heiltsuk people hake The -Wall tour, which is not University- College. The Heiltsuk people have been and waters after being ravaged by whaler to prepare was to go into a going out of our territory. Not one cent of right to harvest roe on kelp commercially. Hupacasath traditional territory is living here for many centuries. for the faint -of- heart. commercial logging. 'It's time to I would also like to thank cave. This was very powerful," the benefits from the harvest of the That's the first time the Supreme Court contained in today's reservations. In The archeologists place us here m Rediscover the wonderment share the Carol Clutesi who was a resources flows through our community. has ever made that kind of ruling. That 1995,when stage III of treaty responsibility of restoring teacher said the Elder. far back as ten thousand years ago. Our That has got tochange decision has changed the course of the of youth. Enjoy the negotiations began, the Hupacasath territories to healthy state.' and the program's coordinator; He also spoke on how each stories tell us that the creator put us here. The second thing we're looking Heiltsuk table. Rod Sayers did a made a vision statement. presentation Jane Whittall who also taught and child has a different spiritual That's why this tory is so important incredible flora and fauna for p9s59 h aientlse . 2 Ira cull Hale on forestry, and Brandy Lander did a o the rlt 'l rl -q i-n: t She pointed out that treaties co-facilitated with Carol; Bronwen 4sakkneWtt''t , power. The oldest child might 0 6`eel r k °ere This coat w ., +.... bordering Gibson Provincial presentation on wildlife. The ñ one nli.19lpem.. pos(u4m ," r9P1A',é7FPhlAlyd i' are not one -sided, that there are Jenkins who taught the family have a Red Pn é` ódl'tltëÿohng- standard olloye byo benans. initiatedD by the people of the Steno Marine Park. Be inspired by presentations included a summary of tribes in this Small. kifeech. from Cape benefits for all, namely certainty. course in the second term; Ray housing standards are below the standards River. This case has changed the total est child's spirituality could be the Calvert up to Butedale these groups trees, and Hupacasath members, Tat resources, the importance of those other Canadians enjoy. Our education picture of British Columbia. culturally- modified Stitcher who coordinated and sharpest. Stanley takes his time made up the Heiltsuk tribes. Tatoosh, Louise Tatoosh and Brandy resources to Hupacasath and how system is lower Nan the standards It is not absolute, but it puts the onus on discover unique and unusual assisted with the preparation and answer ques- The disease that was brought into those resources have changed over tries to all our enjoyed by other Canadians. The reason the ownership of the province's land in Lauder each took toms presenting our sentry devastated our people. We seashells. the years. COON, and provided coordination tions Stanley says: "because for that is because it is controlled by the question. No longer can the province say Hupacasath oral history that has lived in many villages incur area When for the respected Elders teachings powerful medicine is power, and federal government, as they set the that they own the land, and they'll decide Flores Island has been an been passed down from generation Tawny Lem presented a variety er people reddevastated by the standards on how Indian people are going what to do with it The Delgamuukw to generation. of maps showing current land use and during the academic year; and to asking Nause (Creator) for it, disease. we were forced to come together international lure for to live. decision says that you have to consult Louise told one other interests that take up coordinator Jeanette Callahan. could you imagine when a daugh- e . in Bella Bella in order to survive. And we and story, 'The with aboriginal people before you make experienced travelers, Hupacasath people Hupacasath territory. Much of their We did thoughtful commen- goes to '- have :r.. u:. lived here since ter another tribe through any plans It says we have title our interpreted forest walks ywem¡ hat weS91%,are time immemorial. At one time three traditional territory is unavailable to tary and essays on each Elder we marriage, the that medicine went THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIAN As far as wire concerned as Heiltsuk them due to things such as through today, this p not e i lead you through some of the tribes shared this land. One inhab- saw at Malaspina, who I Weald err. through the marriage," said people, wive always had title We didn't We've beenn at it for two years now AFFAIRS CONTROLS MY LIFE . ited the Great Central Lake area land use decisions need Delgamuukw to tell us that That's largest Cedar and Fir trees also like to any t(kéko to, from " Stanley. But the process began with our Lake area and Hupacasath eight parks FROM THE DAY I WAS BORN, what our chiefs said in 1914. We own this Sat bottom òf,6ÿ heat Carr e - The Elder also said: "Our ancestors, who were concerned about the found anywhere. TFL 44 takes up 70% of land and we have title, and from that tide a. The three tribes amalgamated Mickey, Caroline Little, Columbia way they were losing their lands, losing UNTIL THE DAY I DIE THIS HAS Hupacasath territory children are our warriors. And our flows through our rights. That's our Signs of our earliest peoples' in order to gain strength to fight the the resources. And the first opportunity Frank, Barney Williams Jr., Trudy weapons are our education. We COT TO CHANCE position. occupation abound, and the neighboring tribes that wanted their privately owned land takes up they had to talk about what was happen- over 40% Hupacasath Frank, Julia Lucas, Stanley Sam, will fight back with knowledge." The two Chief Negotiators et our resource-rich lands. We were put of territory ing to them, see what was known to us as ". low visitation make Flores Kathy Robinson, Ida and Mike Thank you to my husband The IkMnment of Indian Affairs table would say, -under British law We here to live in harmony to live with crown lands the tip McBride Commission that one the most outstanding Thompson, controls my life from the day l was born, don't my that They say that their claim is of the land and take care of it. We had roads and BC hydro rights of Gerry Jack, Marie Randy Johnston for taking care of was setup in British Columbia to look at until the day Idle This has giron change. based on British law. Our claim is based islands to visit, for both no es we way Rush, Ray Stitcher, Kelly John, the reserve system that we've been forced because were rich, we our beautiful children Aleisha There was time w hrn the government of on the title and the rights that floss from mineral claims and into. novice and experienced never went hungry because we lived everyone who contributed to Blue and baby Randi Chantelle Canada established a law to control four that title, and that's the way we always The reserve systems that we were with the land. We had Lem said that an estimated 2.5 this very Quu ?asa say to protect our important . races of Japanese, Chinese, it. and Willard and Natasha. forced into were like concentration people: hikers. million of minerals has been lands and rivers from tribes wanting alone program. the supervisors Doukhabors, and the Indians. Thou were I'll leave it at that and 1 hope you To all To my new friends Verna camps. We were put n there o the our wealth.' extracted from Hupacasath, of that, racist laws. Today, only the Indians are understand what I am talking about. and managers of the health depart- . Paul, Maud Morris, and students governments cowl us. The first rt Brandy told 1.5 million in gold has been still controlled by those laws. It's called (hope that through these kinds of To book your Ahousat eco- a story about the ment Charlie Thompson, Dididaht; Phil opportunity our chiefs had to put their Makah (a Nuuchah -nulth extracted. The land and culture has the Indian Aol, and through this process stings we can begin to understand how tour, call Walk The Wild nation I position to the governments, they want to say a specialthank Lucas, Hesquiat; Rick Sayers, we hope to change it can work together end live together in located on the Northwestern tip of changed dramatically due to all the pressed their concern about the loss of Side at I- 888 or you to Julia Lucas and Stanley Opetchesaht; Tia Fawdry, We want to control our own lives. away that will be satisfactory to all of us. -670-9586, Washington State) coming up the interests in the territory. This has their lands and the toner the resources. Sam, and share a little of their Genic, we want to control our own destiny. We We used to be neighbors with the people write to them at P.O. Box river heading to Stamp Falls. 'They prevented Hupacasath First Nation Dididaht; Dianne Tseshaht; Our vision statement that guides teachings. Julia Lucas want improve the standards of living of Ocean Falls, the closest neighbors, and anted the Hupacasath territory for from exercising their aboriginal adds that Rowena Jack, Mowachal; Bev us through our process wn made by a 150, Ahousat, B.C., VOR for our people. and I think you see had a good relationship with the rights, for example, one most respect motivation and translates chief at the time. And part of that themselves but we were prepared for of their Jack, Dave Frank, Ahousat; Joe understand that These things have to that were here before. statement was: "we own this land, we people them. sacred sites was clear-cut logged our questions to Stanley Sam in The Hupacasath seta log trap Tom, Hesquiat; Anita Charleson, change As ayoung man,. I came here to own every bit of it, and we ought to have and rolled it down the hill as the without first consulting with the his language so that the elders We take riot pace Basketball, Sower and Softball, Hesquiat. something to say about how it is used." play Makah attempted to Hupacasath. other Canadians the same which is a pan of our social life. We make it up the could understand our English That is still the belief our people have. hill. Many Hugh (Toffy) Watts, said,' We level; not lower. cared here with the people that worked were killed, the rest words and questions. Cuu, Because he told the government at returned home.' are trying to present to you a complex The third thing is certainty. I think all of here When Ocean Falls died it was a sad They communicate with Qua Qua that time: "our position will never Wilth us ant certainty in our lives. But we day for the Heiltsuk people too, because Many more stories were told issue. You have more of a challenge change, and after we die, our children facial expressions, laughter, and Josephine Marshall Johnston don't have it. The price that the see lost our neighbors. You know, we that related to their sacred sites, than we do, in that you have to try to will carry on the fight "And we tell our respect. I remember the most Ahousat member. governments of British Columbia and learned to live with the people who lived petroglyphs, and how the Tseshaht, understand us. We and the land are children that when see oust. schools. inspiring feeling that I received Canada want us to pay in order to have here, and maybe together we can do that coming from the Broken Group one and the same, we arc pan of the We go to the schools and we talk to our OUT name on an agreement is the loss of again.n. If aeon find a way to resolve the Islands came land. We're not telling anyone, from Elder: Stanley Sam was children about what we are going to settle in the area our rights. issues Nat are important to the Heiltsuk POWER. A student asks about through. We tell our children three things: purple. Thank you. Ila -Shiloh -Ss, June 18, 1998 - Page 7 Page 6 - Ila- Shiloh -Sa, June 18, 1998 Warning List This list identifies rata of behaviors typically demonstrated by handers and abusive people. All of these forms of abuse, psychological, economic and physical - Tsow -Tun Le Lum Vancouver Art conk from the banerer's desire for power and control. The list can help you recognize if you or someone you know is in a violent relationship. Check off those behaviors that Gallery unmasks the apply to the relationship. The more checks on the page, the more dangerous the _ Celebrates situation may be. past Emotional and Economic Attacks *Destructive CritfeismNerbal Abuse: Name -calling; mocking; accusing; blaming; Having seen the center develop over the believe in accepting people for who they A R, Laura Ann Cranmer yelling. swearing;. making hennaing remarks or gestures. past 10 yews. McLaughlin says he has, "a are when they walk in the door, and what The Vancouver An Gallery has 11 "Pressure Tanks: Rushing you to make decisions through "guilt -tripping" and other Tsew -Tun Le Lum Treatment Center deep sense The to create now in their lives Witfp of satisfaction" rewards they're willing launched one of their most ambitious forms of intimidation; sulking, threatening to withhold money; manipulating the celebrates ten years of helping Flat he derives from his work are, "that clients and not judge their past. People are given exhibitions, DOWN FROM THE L±lif`) children; telling you what to do. Nations people towards life free of getJ better and healI and learn and grow the opportunity to grow here, and be the Masks of 'Abusing Authority: Always claiming to be right (insisting statements are "the drugs and alcohol, and life outside SHIMMERING SKY: and it's great to also see our *firms: best you can be." telling you what to do; making big decisions; using "logic" the viscous circle of hence and abuse. the Northwest Coast. AM"); he said. The Mogan Program helps to break the Dbmpae. changing topics not listening or responding; twisting your The center first opened its doors on lune The exhibition will offer a rare ...raring Under the direction of McLaughlin, the cycle of sexual abuse. words; putting you down in front of other people; saying had things about your friends 26 °, loge. and in its ten years of center has undergone continuous A Hulkemeemm word meaning lift -up, opportunity to explore two centuries and family. operation has helped 2,040 people attain of mask making by some of the development ring in on -going get together, get better, appropriately Community Health Nurse Attend In- service on Diabetes 'Abusing trust: Lying; withholding information; cheating on you; being overly a sober lifestyle. responses to the needs clients. describes the required ingredients for the B.C.'s finest First Nations artists. of on the later jealous. at peak Pauline Melnson, CHN in Campbell River, gave an inservice Tsow -Tun Le Lum operates "Even in a six-week primary program work involved in the community -based An unparalleled selection of more -shah nurses in March. "Breaking Promises: Not following through on agreements; not taking fair share of capacity throughout the year, averaging information about diabetes for the Nuu -myth we've recognized the need to deal with sex-offenders program. than 175 and historical contemporary chah nurses comments priors the inservice include: "I responsibility; refusing to help with child care or housework. 140 %0aupncy rate. Some of the Nuu- -nulth those traumatic issues that people are Rigsby -Jones says the program, "works or masks will be featured at the Gallery stay in the background to let the community and diabetes support people manage and 'Emotional W Not expressing feelings; not giving support, attention, The foundational program of the center is carrying with them, there's only so much closely with the justice system, and is not from June 4 to October 12, 1998. already ill with compliment, not respecting feelings, rights or opinions. its week Primary Alcohol and Drug provide information. I am concerned about maintenance of people you can do having muni of sobriety in a an voidance tactic for the offenders." (Ahousah). Denying & Blaming: Making light of behavior and not taking your Treatment Program which assists clients "The Vancouver An Gallery is diabetes and for the health of the young people." Priscilla Lockwood hilelaabe. six-week treatment program. But we do Feedback from graduates suggests the for honoured to be able to produce this "I see people who do not follow the directions of the doctor. When there is not ms about it aceiouslY, saying the abuse didn't happen; shifting responsibility gaining sobriety through in- patient have focus People program is, "much more than hereof mom difficult children can eat." abusive behavior; saying you caused ìt. rzatment exhibition in collaboration with the enough money parents with diabetes may go without food so the come here to work on those traumatic my offered in the institutions." 'Economic Control: Interfering with your work or not letting you work; refusing to Among the many things that sets Tsow- region's First Nations peoples. This Lynne West (Northern Region). issues in their lives. To some extent, this Theythut participants are confronted on a you from "I am concerned about how to reach people in teaching ways to prevent give you or taking your money; taking your car keys or otherwise preventing Tun Le Lum apart from other treatment who is very timely and important is what sets as open traditionally and daily basis with female clients are your car; threatening to report you to welfare or other social agencies. its diabetes " Wilma Doxdator (Tse-shaht & Hupncesath). sing centers is incorporation of cultural and historically from other treatment there to heal wounds sustained by their undertaking, emphasizing the major change a person is in to help. I am 'Self-destructive Behavior: Abusing hugs or alcohol; threatening suicide or other spiritual components along with a "It is important to know what stage of programs," said McLaughlin. own sexual abuse traumas, who are not importance of First Nations culture negative concerned about the eating habits of young people. Also I am concerned that people forms of self-hart; deliberately saying or doing things that will have come western medical model of tremens victims The success of the cent,. also due in unlike past of Theythut within our evolving society," said Alberni). (e.g. telling off the boss). The core of the cultural and spiritual may not know the proper way to use their glucometer." Penny Cowen (Port mama pan mother talented individuals who participants. This allows for," a deeper or relatives; Alf Bogusky, director of the "I have worked with the Tee Clio- Chiltl group providing support on occasion ledatier Preventing r making it difficult for you to see your friends component is the Elder's Program. While have dedicated their life's work and level caballing for the perpetrator," said Vancouver An Gallery.. there is some money to do monitoring phone calls; telling you where you can and cannot go. the Elder's Program is slightly separate at workshops. It is important that the communities know energy to the vision of healthy Aboriginal Rigsby -lines up on you; DOWN FROM THE SHIMMER- workshops on diabetes. I have worked on occasion with the Tee -Cho- Chiltl group 'Harassment: Making uninvited visits or calls; following you; checking from the organization, executive director communities, free of addictions At graduation ceremonies, Theythut ING SKY: Masks of the Northwest providing support as needed. I feel it is necessary that communities know there are embamssea you in public; refusing to leave when asked. Charles McLaughlin says, "since the This is true for Yvonne Rigsby -Jars. participants express shame and grief be aware this Acts of Violence beginning (the Elder's Program) has been Coast is curated by Robert Joseph, a moneys available for diabetes workshops, because we all need to of who has been with the center since 1986 courage as they admit the nature olden Making angry or threatening gestures; use of physical size to intimi- to accommodate disease which is definitely on the increase in Nuu- chah-nulth population. l have Intimidation: built a resident elder to two years before its birth into the world. crimes before their families and Kwakwaki wakes chief, Peter sold are borderline, you either are or are date, standing in doorway during argument; out shouting you; driving recklessly. guide the staff, and share with the Miami, former curator of anthro- concern over people who have been that they The metaphor of midwife is not far- community as pert of the ownership and Destroying your possessions (e.g.fumiture); pueblos walls; throwing not diabetic." Ina Thomas I W actual General Hospital). Dear... clients." fetched for this soff -spoken woman public accountability of their crimes. pology at the Royal British Colum- "I am concerned that there are no doctors in my communities. Also concerned .thee breaking things. The elders were instrumental in ting whose gentle exterior belies atough -as- The great healing and recovery that has bia Museum; and Bruce Grenville, Thomsen 'Threats: Making dies carrying out threats to hurt you or others. programs addressing the underlying about gestational diabetes because some babies are born so large." Liz a nails interior. been accomplished by these men cannot senior curator of the Vancouver Art 'Sexual Degrading treatment based on your sex or sexual orintation using Issues affecting that drive the addictions. (dudahl. Mona, stn. Uhckk.Wt) Violence "People never lost sight of their visitor[ be denied when in the presence of thou Gallery. force sex or perform sexual acts. Through work done with in notice O14 younger tale. or,cuercton to obtain clients the this place being open despite all the rl who stand theft N ft.V40lgd/ebika.;y, n'autcr "`" An advisory committee for the Toquaet) Physical Warm., Being violent you your children, household poor others: primary stage of recovery, the staff and Sandy "I am loktt qumt kuncomg mR sat politics," said Rigsby -Jails Whhtketo 'The first Residential School Survivors acI" biting, bunting; stabbing; exhibition was also formed from "I am interested in finding effective ways of going from the cute care setting Slapping; puching, grabbing; kicking; choking; pushing; elders quickly realm the ere week me was going to have the canter open to group started in February 1996. etc. program was not enough to address the representatives of the 10 first Na- in the hospital to the community as and dealing with diabetes in education and shoots; help people." Given the depth of wounding suffered by weapons; keeping weapons around which frighten you; threatening levels oftrauma affecting their clients. tions cultural groups of the Pacific prevention." Chris Curley (Tla-o- qui -aht)e Weapon. Use of Residential School ,th' or to kill you you or those you lose. This realization led the elders to call for Statistics indicate that First Nations have two to three times as many diabetics *muting program is as intensive. it is Northwest Coast. The masks were the redevelopment of other programs to I believe that as long as the rest of British Columbia! transform ative for those dedicated to obtained from over 35 private deal with the secondary stage of recovery It is important for diabetics to ask their doctors for proper tests when checking as people are healing wounds sustained in their collations and 22 public institutions on their diabetes One of the most important tern is called the Ilgb Al C. This ten Residential School experience. the States and breathing, there is in Canada, United sugar the Red blood cells during the past three Other programs that have begun as a measures the amount of sticking to Counselor for the program, Carol White Europe, including the Smithsonian If the results result of elders concern are the Theythut hope. I believe in months. If this testis high, it needs to be rechecked every three months. To all Tla- o- qui -aht First Nation Nations Membership says the wounds sustained in childhood Institute and the American Museum program, the Survivors of Trauma rofthis ten cm be improved, by cutting down on eating animal fats, the risk of accepting people for because of "a lack of attachment and program, and the Survivors of Residential of Natural History in New York. i ennuliwian from fnhetds and be decreased by 40 %!! bonding with family," reaches into the We need to update our mailing list. School program. who they are when 8cotiabnk donated $200,900 to One advances regarding prevemion andimprove- future lives of Residential School recent address to our The center enjoys a national reputation support the exhibition. George ment with diabetes is that if You walk for 30 minutes per day, you pan prevent Please forward your most they walk in the door. students, and lays the foundation for, "all for excellent counselling Senior vice -president iabetes! . Administration address @ providing kinds of unhealthy alternative Marla, of as clients When pregnant it is important to follow a healthy eating plan. For every 10 come from all points When she wonders why she is in this relationships" Sntiabnk's B.C. and Yukon Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations in Canada as the first step in making pounds overweight after pregnancy (if mother had gestational diabetes) there is a 50% business, all she has to do is drink back to This program is another example elan Region said: 'the exhibition provides P.O. Box 18 healthy changes in their lives. chance of getting diabetes (Type 11). previous clients. innovativeat response to the needs of the us with an important opportunity to Tofino, B.C. There are several reasons for the center's "I Prevention of diabetes is simple: decrease amount of fat that you eat, live an think of this young man who came to clients which are not being met in other support and celebrate the rich check your cholesterol each year, and breastfeed VOR 2Z0 reputation for excellence. Firstly, the us after detox, half -dead active lifestyle,, stop smoking, of cocaine treatment centers, with the exception of tradition Northwest Coast mask experience, skills and knowledge that of babies! Attention: Noreen Amos addiction who followed through with his Round lake or the newly- opened Charles McLaughlin making. We hope British brings to his work program and has since got ajob and treatment center in l Isis], lame,-. has contributed greatly to the Colombians and visitors alike will new looked back," recounts Rigsby-- There is always second chance; another development dale center. The only take advantage of this exceptional loom. opportunity to he heard if not by the ones operating executive director for Tsow- This, with opportunity to team more about the as other staff who were closest to you, then by those who make it -1. Tun Le Lum since its opening, into, sewed. represents the deepest history and traditions of this unique one of their business to listen with compassion. / McLaughlin has developed the concepts, rewards Scooters ' aESH of the work:, be pet of As Yvonne Rigsby -Jones said, "as long art form." policies and programs, and he assisted in profound changes in people's choices for as people are breathing there is hope." n' hiring and training the original staff - healing and growth. Sr ? If your world. most of whom are still working at the 1 believe Nat as long as people are limited to lout breathing, there is hope," she says. "1 GASBAR o walls, then it's time people and the community of . you looked at an Serving the Nuuchah -myth HUGH M.G. BQK;Fjt Port Alberni for nearly 20 years Taylors Flower Shop MC Rider Scouter from MF.l)Ich:n t Open for groceries, full service gas, Chester Chicken, hot 3020 3rd Avenue Barrister & Solicitor Pon Alberni, B.C. snacks, tobacco products and so much more. 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Page 8 - Ha- Shilth -Sa, June 18, 1998 I TSOW -TUN LE LVM Congratulations ADVISORY-Medical Coverage Not Automatic Who should register the baby's birth? SOCIETY To you and your newborn baby! Usually, both parents complete and sign the "Registration of Live Birth" form. 8elmue 8neuh.r4m Mid am n:e:cn n:a; M: Aar. laurel Heda TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY &ahaSaame\i1Bl5mpacararyaappqmen':der aus aft If only one parent is able to register the baby's birth, he or she must complete the "Statutory Declaration" on the back of the "Registration of Live Birth" form to explain Asa parent you will want ogive your child the best possible start in life. In If a d'Jd a nn rtgpned unh bea Affan ad te por aa dae i, m madnd why only one parent has signed the form. British Columbia, that means deciding on a name for your baby, and legally registering Date: Saturday, June 27,1998 avant< .Madam h9raooráhi'nhron®nlolaeGWnie.%mxeg. the birth. This guide tells you why, and how to go about it. willfdlm'k;enr "' I.dianv?a7 cunt Iodation( PI, myhNaiaan(u0 The "Statutory Declaration" must be signed by the parent in front ofa person authorised Festivities begin at noon cmrnge tame enosa Tar urer.otmluid.4C. hinnAffaMSaafne to take affidavits, meaning Nftany Public, a lawyer,. or a District Registrar for Vital a n arise heal plan LP fad ven arpunam metal Y rpp It's important for your baby. Statistics. Check with the hospital, as they may be a District Registrar. Official Ceremonies: 3:00pm Von must register a birth with Vital Statistics in order to receive a birth certificate The father does not have to be named on the form, but the mother still has to complete Buffet Table: Open noon to 7:00pm a The child hovered uadertheprantra dially. for ooh three maned; and for your child. A birth certificate is necessary to obtain status or band membership, the "Statutory Declaration" to explain why the father is not included on the form. h Onto the child recant year of age NANO are no langer attend wader the medical services, public education, a passport, old age pension, and many other Sober Dance: 8:00pm EIRE pragnm fur aqua supplies: drugs: dental: d optical. benefits throughout life. None of the parents is unavailable to sign the registration form, his or her name and

homilyily, a wild galling 19 ',cars of age requires Iii or Sal own medlctrsre card. A A birth registration is a legal record of birth; and a birth certificate is probably the signature can be added later by completing another "Registration of Live Binh" form. This exciting event will include Traditional curdanoaeninmelhdcosmp em age2542ninftakienthaftbakata pan most important piece of identification your baby can have. Ta obtain a parental approved by dxpmnouial n0050m. consent form please contact Rosie Litre, Indian Registry Administrator at the NTC drumming, songs and dance. wonder' otumtion.tdl l wall

office, (250) 724 -5757 or your band office. How to obtain a birth certificate for your A Talent and Fashion show. hake f -d aven to abeo deuronrencardr:,l Sun de paters inumdiarclt." Follow ddsmul uou lave bolt lniot' Qmnioa baby. Childminding, arts & crafts, story telling Do Weave il is dort"- upwid to be lo Bawl Memhnlip Cluks.cetlh7C keg sayOflw7.14757 Once your baby is registered you can apply for able. certificate by completing an dime It's important for your community. 'Application for Service" form, and paying the applicable fee. Check with a Vital i and many fun filled activities The Indian Registry Administrator at the Department of Indian Affairs requires a copy of Statistics office for the correct amount. for special little people. : the long form birth certificate and a signed parental consent form before they can register our nK / a person as a Registered Indian (status). As well, these documents may be required to NOTE: It is important to put the same information on the "Application for Service" R enter a persons name on a band list. form as you used on the "Registration form. the information is not the of Use Birth" If Come join the Festivities! Robennuen.CD same, it will take considerable longer to receive your baby's birth certificate NTC NIHB Program Span Also, birth, death and other data collected under the Vital Statistics Act are used by { 1(iÌ1 V Everyone Welcome! researchers and health care planners to identify health care priorities commwnks throughout the province. Such data can be transformed into useful measures of health Y . & Dance Welcome status which assist in health care decision making m the local level. Thus, the collection Drums Shawls of vital statisticsstag results improvements in the health care system that benefit people Wanting Information Location: Tsow -Tun Le Lum both on and off the reserve. Hi"skwii?ath Hawiih Days My son was injured the Alberni District Fall Fair Treatment Centre, Capitano Rd. on at on July 3rd, 4th, 5the 6th, 1998 September 6, 1997 in the Balloon Moon Walk. At the time he was It's required by law. Snaw- Naw -As land Hilth- tsuus, Hesquiat Harbour injured there was another child in the balloon; a little girl who was The Division of Vital Salvia is responsible for keeping records about the important with her Mother and her Grandmother. Lantzville, B.C. ants in people's lives: births, deaths, marriages, and name changes. Each year, we Hi-sk"iiTeth Hawiih are hosting a day of recognition of their "Inher- register more than 45, 000 births in the more than 2000 of which are province, aboriginal Please R.S.V.P. by June 15,1998 ent Aboriginal Title & Rights ", The Hawiih are inviting their births. The Grandmother was very helpful in, finding my husband and in b . A trb people home to begin exploring their hehoolthee and utilize the R contacting the Or M kt ettteltdblafeocho [oust Rattly son. tetanal at 250- 390 -3143 - ^ 4 offered for our taking from the Creator. It is with the All births must be registered within 30 days ofthe date of birth. y r ~ resources If you haven't registered your baby's birth within that time, you should do so as intent and strong principles that we exercise traditional practices I did not get the names either these women, and I did not soon as possible. of of of sustainability. As we are bound to respect the teachings of our )(you a the get the live on reserve, Band Office may be able to help you. If you live off chance to thank this very kind lady. required for the Next forefathers we will monitor all activities of our people. reserve. an urban aboriginal agency such as a Friendship Centre may be able to help Caterers You Because of certain circumstances I need to contact this woman Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council If you need help, contact the Government Agent's office in your area, or Vital As we begin our expedition we are prepared to enter into discussions of or her daughter. If you know this woman, or if she remembers this Statistics (in the blue pages in the phone book). "Regular Meeting" "Trade & Banc?': for commodities extracted form our lands and incident, could she please contact me at my home: 670 -9667, or oceans with outer First Nations. For more information please contact contact me at work at 670 -9589. I would appreciate it very much. Date: July 6, 7 & 8, 1998 our office after 9:00 am (250) 723 -0075 or 723 -0083, fax it 723 -0071. How to register your baby's birth. t. &I / + Place: Mahs Gym Thank you; ) 2421/ iii Maht I. While you are in the hospital, you Will receive an envelope from Vital Satistics, Sincerely, containing a "Registration of Live Birth" form. Noreen Paul. Time: 9:00 a.m. each day Matlahoa 2. Chasse name for your baby, and then fill out the form. If you have any problems, Caterers will be expected to provide lunch, coffee, tea, ask someone at the hospital to help you. 3. Once you have completed the water form, check with the hospital. Many hospitals act as a JJ fruit juice & District Registrar for Vital Statistics and can accept the"Registration of Live Birth" As well as a healthy snack, chumas and fruit at each coffee form from you. Otherwise mail the form to Vital Statistics in the postage -paid envelope provided. break, Job Posting 4. If you have not decided on a name before leaving the hospital, you can register the For 100 to 125 people each day. birth later, but REMEMBER- it must be done within 30 days. Attention in Hot Springs Cove, is accepting applications for 5. Bide baby was not born in a hospital, contact the Indian Registry Administrator The Hesquiat First Nation, located to the hand or the Registrar, or Vital Statistics for further information. Tseshaht Membership residing off reserve you must apply for Band NTC is looking for Catering Services for this meeting. the position of Band Manager. Interested individuals must have the capabilities manage and plan the daily administrative requirements of the Hesquiat First Nation Membership. If you are showing on the D.LA. list it does not mean that you Please note that FOOD SAFE is required. and possess a strong financial and administrative background. are on Tseshaht's Registry Band List, as you must apply for Band Membership. Any interested Caterers are to please submit catering bid Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the coordination of the administration Newborns as always still need Large Birth Cedificatis, a form here at the Band to: activities in selhgov m, fisheries, and forestry. Office to be filled out. Deletions, transfers, deaths, marriages, change of name Forward application to: Hesquiat Band Chief and Council, still must be recorded as an event that has happened so that I may change the The Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council Box 2000 Band list accordingly Tseshaht Membership. Administrator and contact person c/o Marrie Jimmy, NTC Secretary Torino. BC is Lisa Robinson at area code 250 -1 -888- 724 -1225 toll free number or fax 250- VOR2 P.O. Box 1383 724 -4385. (250) 670 -1100. Port Alberni, BC Fan: (250)670 -1102 V9Y 7M2 Deadline for application is June 22, 1998 at 4:30 pm. Interviews to take place on lune 30, 1998 in Hot Springs Cove. to Your Hosts Or hand deliver NTC Office Paul and Wendy Frlearn c/o Mares Jimmy, NTC Secretary On -site workshops and education programs @ 5001 Mission Road IMPORTANT NOTICE are available for your community One and two bedroom kitchen suites. To all Ahousat members. Youthworker Counsellor Certificate Sleeping unhs. Competitive rates. Near Bus Station and on BIDS IS THE DEADLINE FOR CATERING has 670 -9566. CityBus Soutes. Situated close to Alberni Athletic Hall and Our fax number changed to: (250) Suicide Prevention Certificate NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 1998 Grief Loss Maht Malls Gym We also have a toll -free phone number-1-877-246-8728 and Counsellor Certificate Thank you. ALL 5279 River Road, Port Alberni, B.C., V9Y 823 NATIONS TRAINING INSTITUTE Telephone. (250).724 -3236 Telephone: 604- 473 -9466 Fax: 604- 473 -9016 '.; r' .ro Ha- Shilth -Sa, June 18, 1998 - Page I1

Page 10 - Ha- Shilth -Sa. June 18, 1998 Proud "Parents" I would like to comm.]. Letter To Our lC:'yu:'k'fh /Che:k:tles7et'h' people Job Posting my two children for a successful Membership: year in school. Joshua Goodwill who The Hesquiat First Nation, located in Hot Springs Cove, is is age 9 1 would Hello everyone, I am a member of our membership committee. like to hear and in Grade 4; and Nicole Goodwill a need informa- and Drug from our members if you have moved recently or, had new baby. If you accepting applications for the position of Alcoholic anal and in Grade it both attended me a call, I will do what I canto help tion or forms to register your new child just give Counsellor. Interested individuals must have the counselling George Jay Elementary school in must be registered within three you register your baby. Remember that all new babies skills and ability to monitor program. Focus will be on providing Victoria. months of their birth. consultation and guidance to families and individuals. This Joshua received ribbons for running, track & field, reading, - position requires the ability to be a team player and work closely team gold Nominations and Elections: medal for chess also certificates for in place with the use of with the existing health services already volleyball and long distant conning. Recently, we had nominations for chief and council. Our election date set for tun traditional and cultural practices as much as possible. Nicole received a Participation was not 5, love Due to the closeness between nominations and the Election Day, there This individual will work under the supervision of the Band certificate in the Terry Fox Run also ballots and to be sure their enough time for our urban band members to return their Manager. certificates for reading and creative Congratulations! ballots were counted. So, our Election Day was postponed to tune 18 1998. Congratulations is in order for writing. To my wonderful daughter Dawn HRHS badminton player, faro We're all proud of their Foxcroft on your graduation with the As son as we have results,( the elation, we will send notice to the Ina- Shilth -Saes Deadline for application is June 22/98 at 4,30pm Siezien, who recently traveled to accomplishments and hope for the class of "1998 ". "You've Come A Watch for it! June 30 in Hot Springs Cove Interviews to take place on Calgary for badminton provincials Charlie Clappis graduated best in the new school y ear.Onee Long Way Baby!" We are so proud and did his school proud. lam again congratualtions, Kvuaaat's First Graduation Ceremonies: from Grade 12 at Kwalkum Joshua and of your accomplishments in school Sieeien is the son of faro and Eilene Secondary School. His proud Nicole. over the past years, including all of Simien and grandson L.S.C. THUNDER of Samson and Love Always. Mom (Isobel the other outside activities that are so We will be celebrating this month, our very first Grade 12 Graduation Ceremonies. We parents are Zeno Clappis and Helm Robinson (member of Owed) Satin and dear to your heart in helping the . are proud to present our first grads ever from K) aqua. They are: Stacey Hansen. the late Chester Clappis. 3RD ANNUAL FAST PITCH TOURNEY Uchucklesaht Band). Grandma(Bernice) and youth in this community. adopted daughter of Tony Nansen and Florence John, Biological daughter of Ilea Charlie will continue to Although Siezien didn't place Hansen. Charles Jules, son of late Ray Midair and Corinne Sutherland, Krismpher and JULY 24TH, 25TH AND 26TH Grandpa(Albert Clones) With all our Love, Kisses, Hugs in Senior men's singles competition, work in Coombs at Country Pies Andrew Ty amen. sons of Steve and Martha Tycoon. William Derives. son of Bill RECREATION PARK, PORT ALBERNI, BC Mike, Deb and Kelly Foxcroft he was competitive. Ile is Ltd. Where he has been Oscar and Caroline Oscar. PRIZE MONEY - 1ST $1200 - 2ND $ 600 - 3RD $ 300 commended for his efforts and the employed for the last five years Awards -9 Allstars, Top Batter, Top Pitcher & MVP We wishes extend our heartfelt congratulations to these five students. You make us sportsmanlike conduct he displayed Way to go Charlie I'm as proud Based On 10 Teams very, very proud. Keep it up!! throughout the tournament. as can be. Entry fee S 300 During Zone competition in Yours truly, - Draws - Native Art Raffle -Bavarian Gardens Treaty Office: Salmon Barbecue 50/50 High Prairie Jaco placed second in Zelta Clappis CONTACT Les 723 -8950 or 723 -7991 singles and earned the right to Our treaty Manager now has a part time assistant. Regina Sutherland has been hired to Richard 723 -8503 or 724 -5757 represent the Zone at the provincials help out our Treaty Manager. She will be working in the afternoons Please forward any lot* Be There! Badminton coach Gail to Regina Treaty Assistant or Peter Hanson, Treaty Manager. twosomes concerns Schmidt said she "was really pleas NUU- CHAH -NULTH SCHOLARSHIPS CELEBRATION with the progress of the players. CMHC Mann Clerk: Y They worked hard and improved JULY 24, 1998 SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT their skills." 6:30 P.M. We have also hired aCMHC Housing Clerk. Mr. lames Short Sr. has been hired to take Congratulations to lam MAHT MAHS GYM - PORT ALBERNI, BC actor our CMHC Social Housing. Ile will be in charge of collecting rents and keeping Simien whogsy(N31gtgraduated and will 1 summer employment records & the maintenance of the houses If you have any questions, concern, or need The Ehattesaht Tribe has opportunities for foals on a degree in Business e New application forms can be picked up at your tribal office or the NTC repairs call lima our office 1 for students in the following arehs: Management at the University of office. Camino, Alberta. r APPLICATIONS MUST BE IN BY JULY 3, 1998. Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's in Kyuquot!! Have a great day!! landscaping Assistant Office Assistant Applications will not be accepted or considered unless they include all Fisheries Assistant of the following: Daycare Assistant Complete NTC Scholarship form (including the evaluation form The positions begin on July 6, 1998 and finish on August 28, 1998. for elementary students) Photocopy of all sections of all of the year's report cards If you are interested in any of these positions, please see Arlene at A letter of support/recommendation from the teacher. the Band Office for more information. ALL APPLICATIONS

WELCOME! I R Applications will only be accepted if complete upon arrival. We will Here is a trophy for the greatest guys!! You are all winners. Congratulations not accept applications in piece form..

Nuu -Chah -Nulth Andy Clappis on successfully ATTENTION CATERERS ALL MEMBERS OF THE AHOUSAHT FIRST NATION The Nuu -shah -nulth Tribal Council will once again be accepting appli- Community a Human Services completing the Coastal Adventure Tourism Program at North Island cations from caterers to provide chumas, coffee, tea and juice for the PLEASE COME TO THE Fighting HIV/AIDS College in Campbell River. He is NTC Scholarship presentations on July 24, 1998 beginning at 6:30 p.m. AHOUSAHT ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY now employed at Torino Sea Caterers will be expected to provide the following: , Churns (cakes, fresh fruit, etc.) 27 28 ^, 1998 Kayaking Company. June 26°, '., At Maagtusiis Gym Al Ahousaht, BC brem wa 7Stra.".. Way to go Andy. I am very prou Coffee, tea, juice (cups, sugar /cream) of you. Napkins and plates Tentative Agenda Serving of the above FRIDAY, JUNE 26 °,1998 Rental of the kitchen facility - "Let's get re- acquainted ". Come spend an evening of fun events for the family and other events to be announced. Please send in your bid to the NTC office care of Eileen Haggardby - Kits available for pick -up. July 3, 1998 SATURDAY, JUNE 27i °,1998 Dan Legg, C.G.A. Morning - reports from each department within Ahousaht administration; WANTED other activities with the children, Jay R. Norton, F.C.G.A. SET UP /CLEAN UP TEAM Afternoon reports, panel presentations, discussion groups The Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council are once again accepting bids for con 't activities with children; the set up and clean up of the Maht Mobs gym for the Scholarship Cel- - evening: more family events tires slow:with, entertainment, shall Degruchy, Norton & Co., ebration that will take place on July 24, 1998 beginning at 6:30 p.m. This team will be expected to provide the following: SUNDAY, June 28, 1998 Certified General Accountants Morning - finish agenda at meeting table Set up of chairs and necessary tables Noon - conclude assembly and set date for next year's assembly lad Floor, 4445 Gertrude Street, Bus: (250) 724-0185 Clean up of facility to the specifications of the Tseshaht Tribe. Port .lean, AG Fas: (250) 7241774 Contact Miss Anne Allen for further information at (250) 670-2355 or the Ahousaht Administration Office at (250) 670 -9563 or 9531 V9Y6J7 Please submit your bid iodic NTC care of Eileen Haggard byluly3,1998.

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Hupacasath Hosts Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council Grad `98 Maht Slats Hall was packed with behalf of the NTC for coming Nihon in Greg Hayes Mowacha M!M.c lair: the with proud friends and family on the afternoon celebration the graduates. 'We Naomi Horbatch Darla John 13 as the NTC really need kids to use the education of June 1998 Graduation Jose Robinson Celebration commenced. The tables in s, stern so that they can come back and , Kevin Robinson NuchatlehL the hall were almost filled to capacity help us. Best of wishes and Alicia Marie Smith Raymona Michael despite the fad that less than half of the congratulations to you all: Derek Thomas Regina NTC grade twelve graduates were in The Valedictorian address was Sutherland attendance. offered by Renee Unger. The address The graduates were amid into was o 'ten by Hupacasath graduates, Ditidaht: Tla-o -qtr i -she: the hall one by one and seated at the table Rene Unger, Aaron Hamilton and Tina Charles Beverly Cox of honor. Special guest esc were Jeffery Watts. Unger offered special Tracy Edgar r11 members of the RCMP decked out in the acknowledgement to those students that Jim Thompson Toy asks: Red Serge. The theme for this years NTC went back and completed their education, lohn Mack Graduation celebration was Moon 'you show us that the opportunity is there Ileson lain: Journey. l sash First Nation was no matter when see choose to taken' Scrim Charleson Tseshaht: the gracious host of this years event. Linger said an emotional thank you to her Vanessa and family for support Charleson 'Holly Brake, Ed `Tat' aurora offered Chief parents all the and Ahausaht graduates (1 -r) Greg Hayes, Carrara Campbell, Kevin Robinson, Jeannine Jason Pointe Multi Coates Patricia Ru rood go. from Moue. stand, with Dr. Richard Agro after receiving in his own language. Judy Sayers, Chief encouragement they gave her to sec her Adams, Deriek Thomas. to special day. Dawn Fozcroft her B.A. (History and Anthropology) from Malaspina University- College. Councillor, Hupacasath, welcomed the through this 1 ¿ people and congratulatedcc the graduates. Many speakers got up to Ila pahaath: Gloria Gus Greg Louie recounted stories about each She thanked the people of ray for congratulate and praise the students and Aaron Hamilton Krista Kopek Maagtusiis School student Ile noted the successor the allowing us into their territoryory to to wish them luck in their futures. The Renee Unger Nikki Robinson school basketball team and the champion- celebrate this occasion. Sayers went on students were presented with their NTC Jeffery Watts Celebrates Grad '98 Cecelia Watts ships that they won. Ile said he would to praise the graduates. saying. was, e certificates mwell as gifts offered by Ahousaht honored the flue always remember Greg, Derek and Kevin proud moment, can see it in your individual First Nations. students that graduated from the Hoa- ay -aht: Uchaeldesaht: fee the roles that they played on the faces, your sense of accomplishment. As The evening ended with speeches Congratulations to all of community clrnsantvy /bonny school Charlie Clappis Tina Robinson championship team. graduates you are on the brink of and free draws for the grads in on the afternoon of Friday, June 12. Terry Marsha Dennis Melissa Louie Jeannine Adams for something great, your future.' attendance. Rush Proud parents, friends and family praised Tom Happyncok Jr. Jam Siezen completing her education despite Special guests were introduced This years NTC graduates are: our Nuu- chah -nulth smiled and chard as the graduates personal hardships that she suffered las: including Sam Frketich and Ron Erickson Abousaht: Kimberly MacDonald entered the gymnasium one by one with year. 'She is an inspiration to us all: of School District 470. Greg Smith and Christine Little Marie Newfeld Ueluelet their escorts. Lansha Campbell received e Paul Richardson, Principal and Vice Jay Miller Graduates of 1998! Maagtusiis School grade 12 Simon Marshall special award for having the highest Principal ofAlbemi District Senior Lisa graduates For 1998 are Greg Hayes, Jason Sam Ko:ya.^k'teh'JChe:k'tla7et'h': Contase grade point average. Secondary and many other special guests. larisha Campbell, Kevin Robinson, Richard Samuel Stacey Hansen Charles Williams Former Maagtusiis School student, Dinner was served after a dinner t Omni,. Adam and Derek Thomas. Jeannine Adams Charles Jules Jose Robinson, was also acknowledge. song was sung by both Tsesheht and A special segment of the William Oscar Jr. lose Robinson graduate from thigh Hupacasath singers. Larishe Campbell celebration was the Candled Knowledge Andrew Tyreman school in Nanaieto and is on the After dinner, NTC Co -Chair Daniel Charlie Ceremony. Each graduate presented lit Tyreman Principal's Honor Roll with a 98Ye Richard Warts thanked the peoples Heather Frank Kristopher candle of knowledge to especial person average! of their choice. The passing on of the After receiving their dipinm m, the Candle of knowledge is agesture tossed their graduation caps to tended to wish the recipient success in sunk. the cheers of their friends and family. THE NUU- CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL Nair educational goals. Many of the A graduation dinner was held lawn graduates presented their candles to their in the evening followed byes dance. COUNCIL WISHED TO EXTEND younger siblings. Congratulations Larisha, Jeanine, Principal of Maagtusiis School, CONGRATULATIONS Kevin, Derek and Greg!

TO ALL STUDENTS WHO GRADUATED FROM GRADE TWELVE THIS YEAR. YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD OF THIS ACHIEVEMENT AND WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO CON- TINUE TO REACH FOR YOUR DREAMS. MANY OF YOU ARE CONTINUING ON TO POST SECONDARY AND WE WISH YOU THE VERY BEST AND KNOW THAT YOU HAVE IT IN YOU TO SUCCEED. THE NUU -CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL HOLDS A GRADUATION BANQUET EACH YEAR IN HONOR OF THE STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADE TWELVE. THE BANQUET WAS HELD IN PORT ALBERNI THIS YEAR AND WAS HOSTED BY THE HUPACASATH FIRST NA- Congratulations to Aaron Hamilton of the Hupacasath First Nation who TION. THERE WERE APPROXIMATELY 24 STUDENTS WHO graduated from Grade 12. We're very proud of you! Love from your ATTENDED THE DINNER AND RECEIVED A CERTIFICATE sweethearts Mel and your daughter Kristen. AND CARVED SILVER PENDANT FROM THE N.T.C. FOR Naa.shah-nalth areduxte. of 1998 THOSE OF YOU WHO WERE UNABLE TO ATTEND YOU MAY PICK YOUR GIFT AND CERTIFICATE UP AT THE N.T.0 OF- Ucluelet Honors Adult Chief Councillor. tarry Baird Sr., hard FICE OR DROP US A NOTE WITH YOUR CURRENT ADDRESS, praised the students for their work. Ile reminded the people that sec need ATTENTION BLAIR THOMPSON OR EILEEN Basic Education Grads HAGGARD, AND educated people to fulfill the rota Nat Udall First Nation has WE WILL MAIL IT OUT TO YOU. THE FOLLOWING ARE will be there in the post- treaty completed another successful year of it's STRUDENTS WHO COMPLETED GRADE environment. Ile promised that as long TWELVE AND HAVE Adult Basic Education Program. Several FOR as people are willing to learn, he and his GIFTS PICK UP AT THE N.T.C. adult students participate in the program, council will do everything possible to see learning and earning certificates that will that they have that opportunely through Jeannine Adams Darla John help them to reach their goal of achieving the offering of such programs as the grade twelve equivalency. They work a Larisha Campbell Jason Pointe Adult Basic Education Program. their own pace on courses like mulish Heather Frank Dawn Fozcroft Earning in this years and math. peak., Greg Hayes program were Stacey I mule. One Gloria Gus The celebration stand with the Williams Jr., Marilyn Touchier, Mae Naomi Horbatch Krista Kopek singing of a dims song by the ticket. Taylor, Fred Johnson, Sharon Fred, Rose Jose Robinson Tina Robinson n. Students and their guests were Touchie, Donna Jack, Arlene Touchier. Kevin Robinson treated to a dinner of ham and roast and Jaro Siezen Doreen Touchie, Ray Touchier, Veronica other goodies Alicia Marie Smith Lisa Tomren Williams, Marge Williams and Ron Inswctor, Cheryl Henderson. Derrick Thomas Williams Sr. Charles Williams presented each of the students with Bonnie Williams and Vicky Tracy Edgar Valerie Wilson certificates that they earned in the last Taylor were also honored for the work Jim several months. Ron Williams Sr. Thompson Senna Claris... and Vanessa Charleson of 'Feminist at the NTC graduation that they're doing in the Early Childhood received special recognition for ceremony Education Program. .IIsI completing six courses during the 97/98 AGAIN, CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR GRADS! Mae T.ykr, Udaalet AIIE andante year, more than any other student! a,

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The feelings, loss of culture, loss of family history, loss of language, and so Provincial Residential School A much more. disclosure and the healing that can follow will make it less Project - Information Package likely that these problems will be passed on to the next generation. The following is the second pan in a series of articles. To start healing: VII. Common Thoughts about Residential School -some feel that healing will not occur until they have faced and spoken about what happened. My parents sent me there. To be heard: residential Actually you were taken away from them. Most people know that there school forced people to be silent. We can speak out now so that what happened will were residential schools in BC run by various churches. What some may not be forgotten. It may even be possible to charge the not know is that Native people did not have a choice about going to the offender and get some of "justice" or to get e) compensation. f schools. It was against the law for parents to keep their children at home and some did not even know where their children were sent. To understand: Grade {Graduates: back row (Fr) Allison Gallic, Matilda Sutherland, Anna -when I wasn't sexually I was you look back at your life, a disclosure may help you understand George, Michelle Williams, Jam. Dick, Joel Tom. Front row; Theresa Watt, WeatherW ise Industries (Aquila Cedar) from Parksville recently donated abused so not hurt. why it has tamed out the way it has. Jolene Watts, Erica Not and Samantha Fred two picnic tables to the haahuupayak School. Making the presentation to Understanding why you had to go to You residential school may help you to take back some of the staff at the school is John Shaft from WeatherWise (seated in the center) don't have to be sexually abused to have been hurt.. Many people control which were was stolen from you. haahuupayak School Graduation On hand from the school tearing Koch, Brenda West, Betty St.La physically, spinurally, mentally and emotionally abused or neglected Brett Jackson. Kelly Maher, Brenda Sayer., in residential On June I I. Iran: the haahuupay'uk School celebrated the graduation of eleven Took Casavene, barrio Olson, Bobby school. Very often this abuse was passed on to the children your students from grade 6. These students will be leaving haahuupay'ak and continuing (heir Rupert. of survivors, Whatever reason for making a disclosure, you must be sure that you education in grade seven a of the three junior high schools in Pon Alberni. The want to make it and that you do not feel pushed by other. The emotions ceremonies began with. prayer chant by Linda Watts. that you may No one can understand what I went through. experience when you disclose can be overwhelming and can Edward "Tat" Immesh then took ova as Master of Ceremonies and KLECO! KLECO! introduced effect you more than you expect. So you should be sure and you should Judith Sayers, Chairperson for haahuupayak Board of Directors, who gave the welcom- THE NUU- CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL EDUCA- be prepared. The foliwing may help you. ing remarks. She introduced this theme as "Sun of and went on to It is true that only you have lived your life and can feel what you are years our Future" TION DEPARTMENT WISHES TO THANK state that the students "will shine brightly in our community as future leaders, teachers THE feeling. However, since many others have suffered at residential schools, EL and omens." Sayers also mentioned, Before You Make a "They have been learning our language, our HUPACASATH FIRST NATIONS FOR THE MAGNIFI- you don't have to suffer alone. Your healing can be shared with others in Disclosure: dances, our songs, and our values. l hope they will remember what they have learned CENT JOB THEY DID IN HOSTING THIS YEARS many ways, including at a traditional healing circle. You will need emotional support through this process. Making a disclo- Edward Tatoosh then discussed the importance of receiving a name. Edward said GRADUATION CEREMONY, sn sure may make you feel as if you are right back in residential But a name, "Gives you an identity. It gives you something to be proud of.' After Tr What's in the past should be left in the past. school: - you may feel like you are six years old again explained the importance of the naming ceremony the Grade 6 Gradual. began to give AS WELL, their speech. in their own language. The talked WE WISH TO THANK THE R.C.M.P. AB- - all feelings students about were they were from and We must speak out now so that residential schools can't happen again. of the that you experienced in the school may come explained their family histories. Students also thanked different people from teachers to ORIGINAL CONSTABLES, THE N.T.C. PRINCESS AND We can make it pan of the historical record in our own ways back family members. After Joel Tom's speech the tiesquiet group got up and perforated the and voices. ROLE MODEL FOR THE ASSISTANCE PROVIDED Only by telling our will - anger, loneliness, fear, shame, guilt, sadness, hurt, hunger, k-lik-sate. The young dancers were Lake Lucas, Stanley Lucas and Joel Tan. soles our children understand their parents and despair may all realm An important presentation w. awarded to Shane Sieber and Theresa Wank. They THROUGHOUT THE DAY. THANK YOU TO KAW -T- grandparents. The truth must be told. You may not received the Lame Gallic Bursary. This awarded within the Native Studies Department SHIRTS FOR THE DONATION OF A SWEATSHIRT, be able to sleep up to a week before the disclosure. to the student who has excelled or has consistently achieved high me.ure success in Feelings of anxiety, shame and guilt may make you of .a C.H.S. FOR THE CASH DONATION AND My parents didn't love me. feel like you can't all areas of the program (arts, crafts, song/dance and language). THE GOOD go through with it. Having some support can help you. Make sure A presenmtinn from the Adult Education class was made. The students in Adult SAMARITAN FUND FOR THE EXTRA GIFT CERTIFI- AO i l When your parents were in that you have: Education made dream catchers for all of the graduating students. The final presentation residential school, they weren't allowed to CATES USED IN THE FINAL DRAWS OF THE - 2 supporters available to talk, 24 hours per day. You should was made by Omni Olson and Brenda Sayers to the Board of Directors for all their hard show their emotions. Their parents weren't there to give them love, so feel safe with them. Tell them work on preparing for the Graduation ceremonies. EVENING. they never learned how to show their love for you. This does not mean before you make the disclosure. that they did not love you. Ask them if they would be willing to talk with you when you need THANK YOU TO THE FAMILIES THAT CAME OUT TO to. Ask them to check -in with you everday for the first 9 month or so. HELP THEIR Different people had different experiences at residential school. Whatever (There should be 2 people so that if you can't STUDENTS CELEBRATE. reach one, the your experience, you are able to help others because you were there. You other is available. Also your support people don't have to feel guilty about not should not be immediate family members because this process THANK being hurt or about feeling positive YOU TO THE REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE about your experience. is hard on them too. If it is unavoidable, then they should get TRIBES WHO CAME OUT TO EXTEND THEIR CON- outside support too.) they can call the Residential School Project they want help GRATULATIONS AND GIVE ENCOURAGEMENT FOR My offender is probably dead so 1 can't do anything. if in you. ALL FUTURE ENDEAVOURS. supporting , No. There are still things you can do. It is true that you cannot put your 1 offender in jail if sole is dead but, During the Disclosure: THANK YOU TO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT #70 AND you can still find a way to heal. You can tell others about your experiences. You can let you family know SCHOOL DISTRICT #84 REPRESENTATIVES THAT Make sure that you haves about what happened to you so that they understand you better. You can, supporter during the statement to sit outside and wait for person CAME OUT TO SHARE IN THIS SPECIAL DAY. also, talk to a lawyer about a civil case. There arc many options. you. This should stay with you all day afterward. You may feel many things during the disclosure. There is no right way or wrong way to You ALL OF YOU MADE GRAD '98 A DAY TO VIII. Making Disclosure feel. may feel: - shame at having to tell private details to a REMEMBER! stranger What is a disclosure? - anger that it is a white RCMP officer taking the statement - relief that you no longer have to keep it secret - fear, as if you are right back in residential A disclosure is your story, told in your own words. Whether you are the school - powerful, because have telling your story to pursue criminal charges, in a healing circle, in you taken control of your past counselling, or to a civil lawyer, a disclosure will bring up the same Child I.D. Day feelings. Whatever you feel is okay. It is your mind and body trying to cope with the experience of having to go back. It is okay to cry, to take your time. officer is July 25, 1998 The Provincial Residential School Project is looking at alternate ways for Remember that the experienced and understands that what you have to say is painful for you. First Nations to disclose about their experiences. If you wanted to make a At Bob Dailey Stadium statement "for the record" but not to the police, you would have an alternative that would take your concerns, culture and healing into I.D. will include a photo of child and fingerprints. ID. will be done account. by the Kinsmen and the fingerprints will be done by the First Nations Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Bring your child(en) along and IX. Why Make a Disclosure after all this time? have I.D. made up for them!!! July 25, 1998 Bob Dailey Stadium Samantha Fred and Erica Bos about to enjoy some cake I 11:00 A.M. If you have any questions contact Sherri Cook. There are many reasons why a survivor of residential school may want to make a disclosure about abuse that happened. Reasons may be: To stop the cycle: -for some, attendance at residential schools has meant failed relationships, broken homes, inability to keep ajob, drug and alcohol abuse, suicidal

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Thanks 17th 17th Annual Nuu- chah -nulth To All the Annual Nuu,chahnhlth Tluepllch Opportunities! Tlu -piich Games Cat&ng July 24 to August 3, 1998 l Games Sponsors Port Alberni, BC

MI Sponsors: N.T.C. Princess Pageant and Youth Role Model Event Pageant and Retreat SCHEDULE: re Split over 3 week ends The 1998 Nuu -chah -nulth Tlu -piich Games have been scheduled for July 24. to August 3iu, 1998. During the ten day event there will be a total June 26-28 2 breakfasts (12 people) of Events 15 different activities going on. 2 lunches (12 people) July 18, 1998, The Nuu -chat -nulth Pritess Pageant and Youth Role 2 suppers (12 people) Model event will be held at the "Shewish House of Learning" on the Tseshaht Youth Retreat: June 26a to Shewish House July 10 -12 same as June 26 -28 28 of Reserve at 6000 Santa Drive. $iJ &Spolsors: Learning July 17 Banquet (100 people) This event highlights Youth and on July 18th, 1998, two young women Youth Retreat: July l Oe to 12" Shewish House of and one young man will be chosen to be representative of the Nuu- chah -nulth July 18 I breakfast (12 people) Learning Nation for a one year reign. I lunch (12 people) , :,?Mtil Princess Pageant: July 18e Shewish House of Come out and share this time to encourage the youth. There is no 1 supper (25 people)lvoger foods, sandwiches) ATL£O nNFpe GThe Coast Learning admission charge for the events. The doors are opened at 6:OOp.m. Cultural night on July 28, 1998, will be held at Mall( blahs Gym Hospitality Inn de- Youth Role Model Event: July 18. Shewish House of -11tïl These numbers are not finalized as of yet and may vary slightly located at 5000 Mission Road. This will be a night of cultural exchange Teaming pending on the number of registrations received. Please make your bid between Nuu- chah -nulth dance groups and other dance groups on the Island. ft Opening Ceremonies: July 24u Bob Dailey Stad. based on cost per person. Finalized numbers will not be available until Admission is free. Track and Field: July 24e to 27" Bob Dailey June 15. The facility to be used also has not been finalized at this date. Ao Stud. Confirmed thus far are Cowichan Group and Nanaimo Group. The Adult 3 on 3 Basketball: Please submit your bid along with a menu to Irene Robinson at 724- July 25. A.D.S.S. Kwaguilth Dance Group has been contacted and confirm at a later date. Co -ed Volleyball: July Brow Spoon 5757. Keep in mind that a healthy menu is important but you are cater- 26. A.D.S.S. Nutt- char -nulth Dance Groups come out and enjoy the evening with other ing to a youth event. Junior Softball: July 28A to 30. Echo Minor Culture Groups. Cultural Night: July 28a Mahr Malts Contact: Irene Robinson at 7245757 Junior 3 on 3 Basketball: July 29a A.D.S.S. g Youth Dance: July 30. Italian Hall We are proud to announce that the Heiltsuk Nation Athletes will be d 110 Youth Closing: July 31° Echo Minor attending the Games once again this year. This year they are sending down 16 Swimming: July 31° Echo Pool athletes and 11 chaprone. Their goal is to raise $20,000 to come to this year's ® Games, so far they have raised $16,000. They have been having bake sales, Men's Fastpitch: July 31° -Aug. 3. Echo Minor I. luncheons, fun nights, food take outs, Bingo, TV Bingo, and a baby pageant. FUNDRAISING FOR TLU -PITCH GAMES Adult Ball Hockey: July 31.- Aug. 3ntl Glenwood They have been doing a weekly countdown to our Games. Included in their la::ut, Adult pilc5l g -109 Au Volunteers, Nuu- chah -nulth Tlu -piich Games 1998 ,n...DONATIONS WANTED- A9 Debi °`1"10 linor fundrining will be the addition of tracksuits. They have told us that this is The 17th Annual Tlu -piich Games are six weeks away. One of the successes for the Closing Ceremonies: Aug. 3. Echo Minor their only trip out of Bella Bella this year. We are happy that they will be Games are the numerous volunteers from the public. Each day we require 30 people to We are asking all Nuu -chah -nulth artists, carvers, weavers, attending once again and hope that they will continue to attend in years to Volunteer available the N.T.C. Office or through assist s Registration Sheets are at etc. could any of their VOLUNTEERS your Recreation Representative your Band Office. beaders, painters, if they kindly donate As usual we are expecting plenty of athletes and spectators. The games You can contact Verna Rose for further information at 724 -5757. work towards an auction. Attention: Nuu- chah -nulth staff if you volunteer to assist during the Tlu -Mich Games, We will be holding an auction, once we get enough art work would not be possible without the devotion of our many volunteers. If Heiltsuk Athletes there a titan Volunteer form and return it back to me as soon as possible. and we will advertise where and when we will hold this auction you are interested in volunteering or need more information please call The Heiltsuk Athletes Team "98" would like to thank the Nuu -chah -nulth To All Thank you for your continued assistance to the success of the Tlu -piich Games in the Ha- Shilth -Sa. Games Committee, for once again allowing the Heiltsuk Athletes to participate in the Verna Rose Verna Paul - Volunteer Coordinator at 724 -5757. This auction will be for the Kyuquot, Ehattesaht and NTC Tlu -piich games. This year our team consists of 16 athletes and I I chaperones. As our departure draws closer our team is getting excited. We have been very buyers Nuchatlaht Bands which will be forming a tri par team to attend ATTENTION TO ALL FISH CANNERS: I am writing on behalf of Volunteer Registration fundraising has been on -going all year round. Our goal this year to accommodate our be the Nuu- cheh -nulth Tlu -piich Games. As you may know we are always in Name: the 1998 Tlu -piich Games. The Tri Par team will members warn is $20,000 and to date we have just over $16,000. Last year to meet our budget need of volunteers and donations. This year we looking hold Address: City: from all three bands mentioned above, and we will be fundraising are to a we rented a house to accommodate our team, but with early discussions with parents Postal Cede: Phone:(home) till it is time for the journey to the Tlu -piich Games. We will cultural night ceremony which is to be held on July 28, 1998. We are and committee it was decided we would put the team up in a motel this year, to make it more for two that will be chaperoning on this trip. As coordina- (work) attend this venue in good sportsmanship, and to also enjoy asking any and all fish canners, if they could, to donate a can or two of comfortable elders e.V torfor the Heiltsuk Athletes it has been my job to find ways of raising moneys. We Bidhdate: participating in the games with enough players to participate in their batch of fish to the games for our cultural night ceremony lunch/ have done everything from bake sales, to luncheons, fun nights, food take -outs, center snack. If every one donates a can or two of fish no one will go hungry In Case oiEmergency? all the venues. bingo's, TV bingo's and our last big fund -raiser, our Baby Pageant which brought in he Name: Phone. Anyone who is kind enough to donate anything towards this during our ceremony (just kidding). Any donation will greatly over $9,000. Although the team members have a big thermometer up in the bingo auction can leave a message at the Kynquol Band Office at 1- appreciated. KLECO. Sincerely, the Nuu -shah -nulth Tlu -piich Games center for everyone to see how our fundraising is going, they have also included c Illness/Diseases: 250- 332 -5259. staff count down of the number of weeks before our departure So let me tell you l am Will it effect your performance in any way? No Yes finally starting to feel the drama' all the overtime I have done in the fundraising and If yea please specify: Please remember, all TIa -piich Game events are Alcohol and Drug Free!! my body Is starting to tell me it Is very tired. There are don en go horn after work, cause we have an event going on and I immediatelytesl scan running around. What period do you wish biol. for the Games? clot of times you will find my head rolling around and can be seen at the other end of MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Before During After FOR Alec Hawke, Games the village. It is people like the special person in my life, my husband, that tracks me Morning Afternoon Evening Coordinator, Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council, PO Box 1383, Port Alberni down and tells me r have to slow down, and there are times he has literally track me BC V9Y 7M2, Phone 250- 724 -5757, Fax 250- 723 -0463, E -mail address: home to sit down and have supper with him. But, as time gets closer gets closer it is Please check on meats) of interest to assist: [email protected]. absolutely critical that all fundraising events are successful. So, it Isms job to make Suhcomminee () Softball ( ) Basketball ( ) Arrvwsmlth Internet Connection. sure everything is in place. Even though parents are designated to organize panicular Volleyball ( I like it goes hitch. I am glad to say that the VI () Swimming ) Ballhockey ( ) Bays.e ea Ove., Port Arms B.C. Var sac mask to make sure that on without Entertainment ( ) Labour I ) ( ) Hcltsuk athletes organ on has gained a good reputation for well run and organized Cleanup Phone: (2501724-1719 Fax: (2691724607 Nuu- chah -nulth Tiu -piich Games Office () Track &Field ( ) Miscellaneous( ) fundraising menu. It has gotten to the point moonset when the armor knows that www- arrowsmnh.rwt turnout. Ponces: Pageant ( ) Security ( ) Hall of Fame ( ) Mission Statement its the Heiltsuk Athletes holding the event we always get an amazing Youth Role Model () Opening Ceremonies( ) It was decided early on in the year that since we were going to be fundraising t Full T -1 Internet Cannas, The Nuu- chah -nulth Tlu -piich Games is an annual gather- all year round that we would supply our athletes with track suit warm -ups with What kinder experience do you have, if any: to Mare M Tac, Support tearaway pants and chaperones would go jackets and T- shirts. So this has added a ing Nations, not Untanned a Vended Access Account. of First of all ages and abilities. In a spirit of considerable amount to our fundraising but, it was said that our youth deserved it.1 tit A Fut Range or Computer Sobs 8 Serene friendship and unity, the games provide an opportunity of truly believe that Considering that we have worked so hard to achieve our goal and arn committed and take full ruponsibility for my duties at the for some the trip to Pon Alberni in the only trip out of Bella Bella all year. As cooed. community social interaction and participation in sport & is Nuuchah-nulth Tic -piich Games. Date: Yaw leap Computar cant., nator for the Athletes, we have included them in everything that we do, and it It traditional events. Promoting a healthy important to the community to see their participation in the fundraising. But lame tell Pon Bumf's] balanced lifestyle POEM, 1383 Phnner(604) 724 -5757 Serving Alberni. tJUueM. roam 6 you there is in the a Ir ache athletes are getting prepared to participate in Pmt Alberni, BC Fax rate) 723-0463 through family-oriented activities, focusing on Youth, the the games. We wiexcitementhe damning Bella Bella on July 22nd, arriving in Pon Alberni at VOY 7M2 W. ate -Stew Fore( business Games will enhance the lives Gall participants. Sam on July 23rd. We are really looking forward to take part in the games. Sincerely, with respect, Claire J.Newman ÌF-- r %/rVA 4`//l 7p1 ///f%i 1011, '///e Page 18 - Ha- Shilth -Sa, June 18, 1998

Ha- Shilth -See, June 18, 1998 - Page 19 Happy Father's Day to our Dad -All. Ahousaht Hosts Fun Father's Day! Ross Sr., who we love very dearly. Happy From Cyril, Gina, grandchildren and Sports Day great- grandchildren. "A tribute to you - my HAPPY FATHER'S DAY: Happy Birthday and Dad, Alban Michael, have a good 4k_0-1!:)=-11111) Father" Happy Father's Day to a al husband, 1A,+ The weekend of July 6/7 was day. 1 love you. father and grandpa, Cyril Livingstone. beautiful and sunny as Ahousaht athletes To my son -in -laws, Dave Miller, and Love from your wife Gina, daughters ..1-T_ . I would like to take this Congratulations of all ages joined in fundraising fun Ken Joe Carole, Sherry and Melanie and grand- games. People of all ages were moment To my brothers, Mark and Walter children Tia, Vincent, Carlito and in races such as Congratulations to our `Baby" our lives, we love encouraged to participate tribute to you my dad Michael Kristen. labs you very, very much. each other's happiness andjay day -you 6deserve To pay - it" sack, diaper, crashed. Campbell, graduated from Maagtusi!s Thank you for three -legged, me To my nephews, Kevin Gabriel, all the happiness you've And in each other's bans may you both wheelbarrow, canoe and good old You have always shown my brothers High. We are so proud of you, keep up added to our lives! Loma Hugs have Curtis, Felix and Jordan Happy Father's Day to and found love that will last forever. From the Council of Chiefs & Staff of were raised through the good work. Love from Mom & Dad Kisses, Mom sting races. Funds love, Allan Ross Jr., Lanny Ross, and Darrell and Dad/ Your sir Jess, nieces Claudine and the MowachahMuchalaht To my brother -in -laws, Emory, (Alec and Darl) First Nation the concession stand where one could Ross Sr. and to my nephew lohn Ross. I would like to acknowledge my spouse, Chelsea and Neph Thomas Whether I was good.... Johnny, Charlie, Patrick, Arnold and lied pop, hankers. fresh fruit and more. Congratulations to ltall the other Sam Johnson Its From Gina and Family Jr., for our ION year of HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO'. Whether I was bad. a nice day. Maagtusiis Some of the highlights included Harry. Have School Grads: Derek Sobriety!! We both Happy Birthday to share 10 yeas of each and every one of My grandaughter Althea Tanya Rose I" Wheelbarrow race. Six To Grampa Ray from Tanya & all Thomas, Greg Hayes, Jeannie Adams the Granny Happy 1 Day to Aaron Sobriety together on you, take each "Father's June 200. 10 years byes it comes and live it Birthday on June 7". Brianna Sarah grandmothers bravely took positions at your grandchildren and and Kevin (5.9.1 Robinson. You make ago we sobered in peace. I can always count on you... Hamilton. Love from Mel your up on June 20, 1988. We The good thoughts of all who Dawn; 5" Birthday on July us proud!! 9" the stating line and raced with their To Grampa Barney Sr & Jr. and daughter Kristen. share 3 lovely and beautiful daughters; cares and loves you will keep you oars Through all life has to give, Dad on June 229; I can't remember your quickly, June 12th: special happy birthday to our wheelbarrow partner Ifni Uncle Bruce. Cindy, Sam, and our baby Mabel Cindy is as you are getting older may you rest new Date Baby gracefully, toward the finish line. Vera You never let anything get me Father's Day to my Gonna "Baby" Molina Rose Dick, lots of our light easy Ming From Tanya, Kids and Happy of our life. When I carried her and take care of My sister Lydia Mickey, Have love from Mom and Special Happy nice Little and her sister, \laic Donahue are grandson Dad Sam said. I down... Grandchildren (Cyril). Love from your a's ii no more drinking yourselves. day on June 19 ". now the reigning champions of the Toes" Livingstone. birthday napalms. Denise Sam, Sophia June 98; Jeremy You always helped me live. Carib "Curly fasts don'twant our baby to see us Me Smith on the 8th; My grandson Bailee; 29 Birthday on Granny Wheelbarrow race, Word has net Hannah, Uncle Angus, Genevia this So, since then, we both haven't had e Darren John on the 13th; Lorraine John June l6 ^. that Darlene Dick, Cathy Thomas and Lil Haiyupis, Arlene Paul, hope you all drink of alcohol. It sure was a struggle at on the 17th; and Alan Smith on the 19th. Nan Paul on Juno 11. have goad Webster have been secretly practicing for In you I have somebody "A poem JUST for YOU!" dayll first I really In July 98 Colleen - have to thank my beta half Calm John on the lath; My niece Mellissi s son Jerome lack I° neat year! June 14 Special happy birthday to Shinto strong There's something I've been wanting to tell you, Sam Jr. for being my sponsor. We both Shelly Mack on the lath; Tracy Smith birthday on Joe 21° There were a few men that Darlene Rose Dick, lots of love from went trough Mot together. on the 19th; Cheri Smith will help me in all Something I really have to say, But since we on the land: Grandson Eric Michael's 3' Birthday on accepted the challenge in the Diaper Who ways, Auntie Darl made it this far I'm so proud of you. You and Gideon Smith on the 26th. June 21". Love from Tanya& Family were beaten I could never quite put it into words. June 21 Special happy birthday to Relay Race but they soundly In you -I find the silver lining taught me slot of things I never knew. From Jess, Claudine, Chelsea and Margaret Dick, by the Ahousaht women. Louie Frank Sr. Of the cold, dark days. I try to tell you everyday. All Happy 3rd Anniver- Thank you my precious, Cindy girl. Thomas tells me that the men have never on this aryl lacy (June 17th) love from your From your spouse, Brenda Happy Birthday on July 7, goes out to Happy 2nd Birthday to Violet love mom wf[0 race in all of his history b Ahousaht. husband Curtis... Special Happy Birth- You came into our lives my daughter Claudine Nadine Smith & dad, Lisa, Micheal, lemma. granny Maybe not year, men. You will always be my number day to Margaret, Love from all of us. & made everything so right. Happy belated 39th birthday to my aunt who'll be a big nine years old. Daughter Wilson, Doug, Dorothy and Dick It was so inspiring to see all the June 17 Special happy anniversary to one... N Mamie on May 24. I love you, auntie, there are so many gifts we would give July 31 Reg David young children line up for the mile run on You brightened each & every day Curtis and Margaret Dick, we love you NO ONE ELSE CAN COM- sure hope you enjoyed your special day. you today. The gin ore heart full of Vincent Watts the beach. The pompano had warmed the cold, lonely night. lots, love from Mom & Dad, Ina Rich, tom & & From your niece, Ida Sam Jr. and all your laughter, the gift of fun life to live, the Sherry Ross end-to-end on the sandy beach eight PARE. Moe & Moon, Larisha and Gamma Ina from grandchildren. gin of bright cheerful manner to carry Cherry Fred ruching the rocks as they reached June 17 Anniversary from you Never in your life you need You helped out with the homework, Happy Happy belated 13th Birthday to my son forward, but life gave you all these Rose Wilson the end. The distance appeared to be know who!!! someone... Abel, 1 never forgot who you are, please already. When you were given the gin Hope you all had a Happy Birthday from You fixed all that was broken, Jane 22 much more than mile and the children Happy birthday Niece Courtney don't forget us that you are. Love on your I and your sisters and birthday and folio Family have to be admired for finishing the WILL ALWAYS BE You made our lives balanced, Louie, love you!! From Auntie Darr & brothers.I love you son. Love always, always Happy Birthday July I, 1998 to Ann grueling race on such a hot, sunny day. THERE. one word spoken. uncle Al &family With barely your Mom. Have ram your day Claudine Warts and Anniversary John Thirteen >ea -old Abel Mack was Ie laving Memory of Dad, Percy I don't know if this makes any sense, Happy I IN birthday to my son, lake on Your mom, sister Chelsea and brother Happy Birthday to Greg Charlie Sr. on the winner, followed by Trudy Lynn Campbell July 19,1928 -June 14, I love you dad! Or if any of it is clear. June 8. Have good day son! Love your Thomas June 4th from Deb, Gene, Amanda, and Paul, 9, and foram. Louie, 10. The pe, sur( zeal a.i IaO 1985 Happy Birthday 1.1m i -m wui.m only you knew how happy we feel Mom. to my -Comma' Gina Nosh. Also to Katherine "Babe" first four- year -old to finish the race was "If Dad we miss you lots, Is0 au y_otnd wren wsni oar 01m Tr on June 23 '5 love from your grandson Fmk on June 25th from Auntie Deb, Caitlin Tom followed by Cha talk Dick, having you so near." We never forget your gentleness A poem dedicated to my father Both Announcement Carlito Fatima Gene and Girls. To Greg Charlie hand Thanks for being there! Your kindness on FATHER'S DAY Joshua Billy and Ida John had their first Jennifer 'Baby Cakes" Titian on June a The following afternoon kids and Your love for all of us A FATHER'S DAY poem dedicated to the man we love - DALE born daughter on May 20, 1998. This new I would like to wish my son Andrew 28th from Deb/Gene and Girls. spectators gathered at the Ikon for the We know you are in special place WILSON Nuu- chah -nulth member's name is Billie Maqunna a Happy 18^ Birthday on July A very special Happy Birthday to Leslie swimming net. There were traditional With love & Admiration... rest in peace, dad. Love always from; Barb, Stephanie Vanessa, Raven Anita & Darien Alexis Mary John. 1 am proud of the way IN love from your mom - Margaret and "Boss lady' Hansen of Tuff City on June swimming speed races and also distance Rose, Darl, Laura, Gail, Dorothy, Percy, Your youngest daughter - you two are there for each other and your your sister - Imelda 30th. From Aunties, Uncles and Cousins dying. Amanda Lawerence, & Bertha Barbara Dick child. -Granma Bear" Louise Amos We would like to send out a very special in Ahousaht. Kids both young and old had fun "HAPPY FATHER'S DAY" wish going with the sports days. The events of the Son -Dale Wilson Happy Birthday Dad ( Magoo) on June apl Y Happy Belated Birthday and Happy to all the DADS of the Mowachahl/ Happy BiMday to Dennis Bill, the weekend would not have been possible if 9^, 1998. Love Andrea & granddaughters - Stephanie n (qryH Father's day goes out to our dad, lase Modulator First Nation & also to all the greatest brother other planet! from his not for the generosity of the volunteers. Happy Birthday to our deal , Tod P.A. Mack DADS from the of the - Wilson, Raven Wilson & rot Nuu .uhah slue, Arlene Bill. I hope you have Proceeds from the concession stand will wife, grandmaGmrgiea Livingstone on There are times we wish it would have nulth Nations. good one burl You deserve it after having go toward Ahousaht Canoe Quest '99. Darien Wilson June 23.. With love from her daughters been more, yet we will understand Even "Best wishes to all of you. Enjoy the to put up with me all these yeas!!!! en Carole, Sherry, Melanie, hubby Cyril rat though you said you wouldn't have 3a and her grandchildren Tia, Vincent, anything 61 I- to do with us, we will still Carlito and Kristen. remember you as our father. It is sad that Birth Announcement t Happy Birthday to Linda Martin on June the moment will notlatt forever, ban shall FOR SALE 29^. You're not getting older you're your memory of us last forever? We both getting better. From Roger Roberts "INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS: will still love and care for you because June 13,1998 -Happy THE NUU- CHAH -NULTH EXPERIENCE- BOOK 5^ Birthday to you were once there for an Ricky lames (RJ) Reginald Memo Love your (son) Thomas Gilbert and ' These books have been re- ordered, and are once again avail- /Corm ....Mom, Dad, and Brother "Al (daughter) Chelsea Mary Lillian ' able from our Nuu- chah -nulth Community and Human

Services Program Office. Congratulation: You were in our lives once, and just about and To my two daughters Ray mono Michael my husband and father of our children. "NUU- CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL and Regina Sutherland on there gradua- But I'm so sorry we wait anymore. In BEYOND SURVIVAL" VIDEO tion. You girls did it! l am so proud of my heart I felt that you needed help and you two. Nan would have been so proud the time to heal There is a lot of pain c o These videos have also been re- ordered, and are once again to sec you graduate. Good luck in your you've been through and on that path of available from our Nuu -chah -nulth Community and Human forme endeavors. I love you. Keep up life there has been happy pain and sad _ Services Program Office. the good work. Drat stop now, keep on pan. The sad pain is what you are going. i foram to nephew. K in struggling with. So that my friend is baton Keep Books are 120.00 / Video 8100.00 /there is a discount price up the good work. To because you will not let it go. It is up to Jon vans m her graduation from Core you to available to all First Nation members] release it. It is in your power to do training, work well done. o. On it Just remember that we are Carat To Curtis and Ang on the birth of their of you a a family. Also that we will be Congratulations Send your orders m: baby girl Lily Rose Michael, such a here for you whenever you decide that ta Melanie Livingstone and Aaron Hamilton on the ardval Nuu- chah -nulth Community and Human beautiful name. Can't wait to see her. time is right that you've healed Please of their beautiful and precious daughter Kristen Rose Clara Services Program Love from Tanya and Family take this time to make yourself borer. Livingstone -Hamilton. She was born on May 31°, 1998 and weighed Your little family P.O. Box 1280 Pal" Bibs 12oz. Congratulations also to the proud grandparents, Gina and Happy 1st Anniversary to a very special couple, And Gray special "Gunk Ina" to Cyril Livingstone (their fourth grandchild) and to Anna Anker and Port Alberni, BC Happy First Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Smith on June 28th. everyone who came out to share in the to my tiro Buddy Hamilton (their first grandchild). V9Y 7M2 (Set iny) Clarence Birthday celebration in April when Alex and ais-'n. lam Doreen From Sherry Livingstone and on behalf of the Ross and Livingstone From Deb /Gene and Girls. Smith Phone (250) 724 -3232 - Fax (250) 724 -6642 ) turned years old. (Where has all the families. In each Mee gone? Alex and Ricky: (hope you other's hands, may you both have found each other's n now just how predate you both are in trust and comfort In each other's arms may you both have iI 1ff' '1/47e,71I1/ 71J.!!!!f/jL

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Call for Salmonid Renewal Project Proposals & P Employment Opportunity MAILING HA- SHILTH -SA TO NUU- CHAH -NULTH MEMBERS Attention Ahousaht Band 1 Catering Ha- Shilth-Sa is looking for addresses of Nuu -chah -nulth members who Fisheries Renewal Oppor:unityllIi are ú NOT receiving the paper. Ha- Shillh -5a is free far all Nuu- chah-nulth meat '94 Members bershep. If you want to receive Ha- Shillh- Sapleane OAP u send name (including your If you have any events that happen in your life such Proposals: The Regional Aquatic Management Society (RAMS), Inns u middle name) to: The Nuu -shah -nulth flu-Mich Games hma as marriage, divorce, birth, death, name change and capacity as delivery partner for Fisheries Renewal BC, is seeking project p E especially `transfers please notify the Ahousaht Band. proposals for salmonid renewal work in Nuu -chap -nulth Territory on the p been scheduled IS Augusta°, 1998. Ha- Shilth h futility -Sa When you submit your documents to the Nuu- ehah- West Coast of Vancouver Island. Anyone interested in submitting proposals Nn-SbiNh-S' nulthTribal P.O. Box 1383 Council office it is just as important to submit these documents should contact Andrew Day at (250) 726 -7083 for an application toolkit. 1 care need lurches to the a health, fm the Nan -ira nubb Port Alberni, B.C. Deadline for submission forms will be 8, 1998. Ahousaht Band. July V9Y 7M2 -r c Tlu -eiich Games Volunteers' Elders. There would My office hours are Tuesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. till 12:00: h Name: noon. You L Employment Opportunity: The Regional Aquatic Management Society can contact Robert Allen at the Ahousaht Band Office. Vh be approximately 20 -15 lunches needed for each Address: Phone (250) (RAMS) is seeking an experienced coordinator to work with groups in the 111-1 670.9531 or fax (250) 670 -9696. City: region to develop and implement short and long term ecosystem -based day throughout the Games. A food safe U Postal Code: conservation strategies. RAMS brings together First Nations and other ¡'! AHOUSAHT TREATY ACCESS NUMBER: residents) interests in a multi -pony management committee. The successful 1 Ceaifiwte is a requirement. Each lunch should First Nation: 1- 877 -246-8728 (1- 877- AHOUSAT) candidate will a) help groups develop, coordinate, and receive funding for (You must enter your First Nation to be on our list) TOLL FREE FOR AHOUSAHT TREATY INFORMATION, specific b) t a man. projects, research new restoration, mapping, enhancement, This number can also be used for faxing or call 670-9566. assessment, and education techniques; c) identify and implement training m To One Appetizer All Ehattesaht Membership with h programs; d) work groups to develop a long -range vision and plan for e One Sandwich The Ehattesaht band Office would like you to phone or mail in your current the region; e) form partnerships with diverse groups; ()communicate work s One Dessert address and phone number in order to keep you updated on any band business to people in and outside the region; and g) work as a team with RAMS One Rink or meetings to be held. Thank you. Our address is: Important Notice To All People partners and staff, including coordinating economic development and labour One Piece ofFriut Ehaneraht Band Office initiatives with conservation work. P.O. Box 59 of Ditidaht (Nitinaht) Ancestry Characteristics: The applicant will be a highly creative person with Please submit bid, menu and copy of our Food Zeballos, B.C. The Nation is in the knowledge and experience in watershed restoration and ability to work with VOP 2A0 And. process ofneentiating a Treaty. It is impor- a) Certificate tu Sheol Cook, or call sans that all persons of Ditidaht Ancestry identify 1 wide variety of people at the community level. An undergraduate degree Phone: (250) 761-4155 themselves in order to participate and benefit from the Treaty. or extensive practical experience are required as minimum. The applicant 41'1 Fu: (250) 761 -4156 C'- 501724.5757 t' will have a demonstrated ability to work in a team and create opportunity .. . 1, d911Á nT To All Ehattesaht Membership Anyone oho is not already a Registered Member of Ditidaht should immediately through innovation. Ideally, the candidate will have worked with First m! ! T Deadline is June 30'. 19981l! ooc or oilv11 Hello to you all. 1 am the Ehattesaht Secretary and the Ehattesaht contact the Ditidaht asti <- ,.vJmmw in Nanaimo. Nations, fishermen, and Federal and Provincial governments. re 1514 Membership Clerk. Please get all your new babies registered. If you would Tel: 1250) 755 -7024 or toll-fore at 1- 800.997 -3759. Salary, tenure and is a location: The position one -year contract (with like your children registered, I will need your child's large birth certificate, possibility extension) to of at $40,000 $44,000. The applicant may choose and you will need to sign a consent form that you are requesting your child to to work in either Port Alberni or Ucluelet. Extensive travel within the be registered under your band number. 1 hope to be hearing from you. ATTENTION HUU- AY -AHT BAND MEMBERS region is anticipated. From Lorraine John Applications (resume with cover letter) may be fixed, mailed or e- mailed Ucluelet First Nation is accepting applications to: for the Senior Supervisor position for a We need your address. Andrew Day, RAMS, P.O. Box 77, Ucluelet BC VOR 3A0 PROPOSED Daycare Facility. Applicant must At the trailhead of the West Coast Trail Please call the Huu- ay -aht Band Office at Tel: (250)726 -7083; Fax: (250) 726-7434; E -mail: sustain r Nand net have an EC)r Certificate and Supervisory expe- 1-888-644-4555 Deadline for submission of application is BAO a.m.. Friday June 26, 1998. air, --",4lsis3^' ' r or Resumes with latter of application may be sent Him-ay-alit Treaty Office at to: Ucluelet First Nation, Box 699, Ucluelet. B.C. VOR 3A0. Attention: (250) 723 -0100 Personnel Committee. 1. -v Hesquiat LAHAL TOURNAMENT 4 CHENA BAY Rediscovery Society NU. AND NORTHERN AFFAIR 4 CANADA OFORMATION Participant Application Form 9 Hosted by Corby & Linda George, August T, B's and 9's, ALL CERTIFICATES OF INDIAN STATUS, NOT CAMPGROUND WHICH p0 Al Probe. Bay Campground you are only a away 1998 1998 to be held at Pauquachin Hall on West Saanich Road. There step from acres DISPLAY AN EXPIRY DATE, MUST BF RENEWER WO..IE. of will be a mini -lahal breathtaking sandy beach. The forested campsites offer you tournament on Friday August P starting at JANUARY 1, 2000 Camp al Youth aged to 10 July4 -10 7:00 p.m. True plenty of enjoyment. - Double Knockout $25.00 per 5 man team - se It is very important that all registered Indians their Band Camp e2 Youth aged 11 to 14 July 15 -23 visit office Pachena Bay Campground is it's each to this first located 5km from the Village of Bamfiele Camp N3 Youth aged l5 &over Aug. 7 -18 55.00 enter mini- lahal. or the BC Regional Office of the Department of Indian Affairs and Hopefully this will run straight through. which is a popular stop for those who enjoy cruising, diving, kayaking Adult Coop Sept 21 -27 !v One entry, will Northern Development to renew their Certificate of Indian status card if and fishing in spectacular Barkley Sound. be held back to help pay the rent. 2 prizes will be awarded fo their status card does not contain an expiry date. It should be noted that Last Name First Nane this mini I" and On There are Huu-ay -aht artists near who would be more than willing to - 2° only. Saturday, August ONUS the all previous versions of the status card will only be valid until January Address show you their carvings, paintings and weavings which are also offerer deadline to enter this tournament will be at 4:00 p.m. Please, we I, 2000. ask for sale. kindly that we start this as close to 4:00 p.m. as possible The purpose of issuing Indian Certificates of Status cards is to guides This tournament will cost $100.00 8 Charter can also be arranged on site. Phone per person team to enter verify that the cardholder is a registered Indian. Status cards are only Pacheaa Bay Campground Huu- ay -aht First Nation Age One this will be a true double knockout tournament. All of the ruler useful if the photographs are current. It has come to our attention that P.O Health that Gordon "Gabby" Bob uses will apply. Box 70 Bamfield, BC Canada VOR IBO some registered Indians have been denied services because some service I On Sunday, August 9°/98 the tournament will continue at providers have questioned whether their status cards are still valid. Ia 10:00 a.m. We will start where we and Tel: (250) 728 -1287 Fax: (250) 728 -1222 left off of course the final To remedy this situation, it has been decided that all status cards will be finished. Parents please include information about special moli, anon.. or diets that your child This is an open invitation to all Lahal Players issued to individuals under the age eighteen of will have an expiry date may be on. Also include any medical information that the camp staff may needle, from all over, to come and enjoy a weekend in August; 7 -8 &9 tc of two (2) years and all status cards issued to individuals over the age of CAMPBELL FAMILY REUNION asthma nose bleeds, allergies, etc.) be specific. eighteen will have an expiry date of five (5) years from the date of issue. (Descendents, Children, grand children, great grandchildren, The concession stand and the raffles, the 50 -50 draws, wil Cane (1.2.3, adult) This policy is effective immediately. nieces, nephews) of the late Herbert Johnson, John Campbell, be to pay the rent for the hall, prizes will be based on the amoun It should be noted that the five -year expiry date does not mean Nellie George, Louise Olebar- White, Angus Campbell of teams entered into this tournament. All PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ALL CAMPS, THERE WILL BE A ZERO other raffles or 50 that the cardholder ceases to be a Indian at - registered the end of the five TOLERENCE FOR VIOLENCE, DRUGS, OR ALCOHOL. Possession actives 50's will be allowed but on a percentage basis. Please note ' ear period. It only means that if the cardholder intends to use the status Tentative Dates: July 11a, 187 & 197,, 1998 or alcohol, or violent behavior, can result in the immediate removal lithe rotor Pauquachin Hall has a no drugs or alcohol rule & we must abide card to obtain certain services and benefits, it must be renewed every Maagtusiis guar. Ahousaht, BC pant from camp. by the hall rules. Hope to see you on Aug. 7 -8 -9/98 in Victoria - five years. For more information or suggestions you may contact: actually in West Saanich. This tournament is to play Lahal your. ouunt.n Signature ano Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact your Selina Frank: 250- 670 -9668 to have some good clean fun, for those who like open (fun) game, Band the office [or Membership Clerk of the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Darlene Dick: 250- 670 -9563 between 9:am to 4:pm Dace it will be open on Friday night and on Saturday, early afternoon Council) or the Indian Registry and Band Lists Program, at (604) 666- Angus Campbell: 250- 670 -9572 We are not raising funds for anything, we just want to play Lahal 2059. You can also visit our office in person at 120 -i 550 Alberni Street, Molina Dick: 250- 670 -9532 Hesquiat Rediscovery Society, Idol Springs Cove, PO Box 2000, Thank you, Corby & Linda George, Box 17, Ahousaht Vancouver, BC. Our office is open between the hours of 9:00 AM and Please confirm if your family will be attending!! Toll., BC, VOR 210 ph /fax (250) 670 -1120 RC, VOR 3A0. Phone 250 -670 -9558 or fax 250- 670 -9554. 4:0O PM, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Requesting a list of your family names and birth dates to update our family roots. ,; i/r7/. %////, r/ito 40. 1.6 2 ', f

Page 22 - Ha- Shilth -Sn, June 5, 1998 Ha- Shilth Sa, June 18, 1998 - Page 23 tm Dedicated to all Nuu -chah -nulth CI.ASSIFII?U First Nations Here is a schedule for the "Fund Raisers Bingo Club 98" formerly the Charity Bingo Club - Corby G. FOR SALE Also in memory of our Ha-Shiltl June 10/98- 5500.00 for FRBC 98 Bingo (Label Tournament in Victoria on Aug. 7, Carvings made to order. G. hS Hereditary Chiefs and elders 8 &9) Nookemis. Phone 7234404. DAVID WIWCIIAR June 17/98- $1000.00 for Blacktop (Noun T- Opitsm) Attention: TFN Bingo FOR SALE EDITOR -MANAGER players, our bingo club will pay for the way back to Opitsat &Tofino for this Bingo. For Weer made to order; rings, brace. First there was the land, lune 24/98- $2,000 for FRBC Bingo 98 Split Myrtle Aden Attention Bingo lets, pendants, brooches, earrings & Players, SOUTHERN REGION REPORTER With this land came our people, our Club will pay one way between Tofino/Opitsat & Ahousaht, for all of bolo ties. Tim Taylor, 1034 Ecoole our giant Bingos (2 over) P.O. Box 1383 panda Place, Port Alberni, B.C., V9Y 7L7 Our chiefs, our elders, July the - $500.00 - for sports equipment (JC Thomas) Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Phone :723 -8170. The land, sea and all the resources, July 8/98- $500.00. for sports equipment (JC Thomas) FOR SALE Phone: 724-5757 July 15 /98 - $1000.01 FRBC Bingo 98 - for (Bingo Papers) Which were very plentiful, Native designed jewellery on gold or Fax: 723 -0463 luly 2298- $5000.00 FRBC 98 Bingo- &noels. Tournament in Victoria on Aug. 7, b Please call in advance you Enabled our people to make the tools they needed to 8 &9) Our Bingo Club will pay one way between OpirsaVfofino and Ahousaht silver; rings earrings, bracelets, pen- if want important events Build their homes, their longhouses, (Cougar Island and Rocky Pass will be leaving Tofino/Opitsal nl6:30p.m.) for this dants by Gideon Smith. Phone 923- cover Bingo the Spirit ofMaagmsiis will be making the return trip to OpitsaOffofino 3550. As well as their transportation, their canoes, Rowena Charlie will be selling dinner s around 6:00p.m. Right at the T -Bird Halls FOR SALE Denise Ambrose To collect cedar- bark/grass for clothing, Romani also sells dablwn glue and pull tabs so try your luck at both Bingo and the Native designed jewellery;silver, cop- CENTRAL REGION REPORTER And baskets for gathering food, we pay for the use ofT -bird Hall on Wednesday Nighuwith Racoon per, gold engraving, stone setting. pays $25.00 & our Bingo pays the everyone is welcome General Delivery Club other $25.00. to come Contact Gordon Dick by phone 723- Tools made special for fishing and hunting, and try your luck or just come and visit with you friends and relatives, you don't Torino. B.C. 8611 or Cell 954 -9404 rl need to play Bingo. The gare costs $5.00 per 3 -up single sheet and the first Also to create the artworks which tell the stories $5,000 NUU- CHAN -NULTH NATIVE Phone: 725 -2120 3 -up booklet costs $20.00, the extra money from booklets goes to the $5,000 "double Fax: 725 -2110 Of our Culture, our people, Texas Blackout" This is two Blackouts anyway, as long as you have two blackouts LANGUAGE Transcribing Please call in advance if you As well as the history, you win the Ilse grand. in phonetics - for meet- ings, research projects, personal use. want important events Our people have continued to practice and teach July 29 /98 - $300.00 FRBC Bingo 98 - for dabbers and glue Aug.S/98 - $500.00 FRBC 98 - for Bingo papers Hourly rates. Phone Harry Lucas at coverered. The way we were taught through the knowledge Attention all Bingo Players: if we can get enough interest and enough players, we 724 -5807. can pay are way for any of the smaller bingos , all you need to do is if you are FOR SALE ra And wisdom of the elders. interested is to phone Corby at 670 -9558 or call the Holistic Centre or the Checker- Carvings for sale. Ifyou are interested Address Changes board on Channel M on the VHF and tell me how many playas are wanting to come in native carvings such as: coffee la. Subscriptions and play Bingo and we can arrange for the Conger Island to come and pick you up Lillian Emma Micheal passed away January 12,199& Funeral Written by, role tops, clocks, plaques, 6" totems, and bring you back to Opitsaufofino. We have had inquiries about this before. This Advertising Service in Zebaflae, B.C. on Joni', 1998 arc 11415yra Picture Stella M. Peters canoes, leave message for Charlie of her holding her great great granddaughter Brim,. Sarah Dawn i is just for the better weather months from now to September. All of our Bingos on Wa Wednesdays- we have Mickey at 724 -8609 or c/o Box 40, E -Mall Williams. Bruin. will be !Wean old on July 9th. -Siis- Mis -Uk -Sup the T -Bird Hall booked for Bingos on Wednesdays, Corby G. Zehallos, VOP Huu- Ay -Aht First Nations pans the BINOOs and Roseann Charlie runs the concession stand. B.C. 2A0 Send directly to: For more Info call: Corby at (250) 670 -9558 (work) RENEE'S CHUMAS Farewell To The Greatest Grandmother Lillian Michael May /98 or 670 -3510 (home unlisted) CATERING Annie Watts Kleco Corby George Lunches and dinners. 723 -2843. Ha- Shilth -Sa Thank you to all the people who Chief and council for taking care of T.S.G. TRUCKING SERVICE Once Manager mine to .r grandmother Lillian funeral arrangements, rides, drivers Moving and Hauling, Reasonable Emma Michael's funeral. This etc. Rates. Tom P.O. Box 1383 letter will not do justice because I A bouquet of roses goes out to Healing Heart Gus, 5231 Hector Port Alberni, B.C. am unable to name all the people Caroline Michael who has done so Rod, Pat Alberni, B.C. Phone: When you fall in loved:644Mshuerer to gar[, U k who were there to help and support Lkta To All Nuu- nulth- in (250) 724 -3975 V9Y 7M2 much work for our family. No words If it happens, they take along your heart 11 our family in our time of grief. I Phone: 724 -5757 can express my appreciation to you You think your in heaven for a while Seattle and Area Also in fear of leaving out say and your family for all time and FOR SALE Fax: 723 -0463 But it can get nasty, take away your smile Authentic genuine basketweaving grass, names that might hurt peoples energy you put Into taking care of Rosie Little, Indian Registry Administrator will be in Seattle 3 comer grass, swamp grass. Contact f cling' it is unintentional. All Nan, Cathy all the arrangements that Annie's Internet Address: I see a rainbow in the sky on July 18th 19th for those who Linda Edgar at 723 -3889. your love and kind support is were made. & need to update or apply hashilth @island neo my heart, had this cry deeply appreciated. People came Thank you Mom and Dad and After for a certificate of Indian Status. It is important to leave your from far and near to pay their last Tear drops laying all around FOR SALE brothers and sisters for your support, name, phone number & First Nation with Pete Joe at If your address has changed... respects to my grandmother who Totem Pole - $3,000, 5 feet high, 12" for myself, my children and grand - As they rained upon the ground Please send your: (206)464 -7501. There is a $4.00 standard fee for pictures, by 12 ", Figures on totem - Eagle, was loved and respected. I will hildren. whale, bear, and ,unmask. This totem full name `,^,;;,,",- p, miss her so much, my children and Thank you to ally my relatives who A heart cries throughout the night but if you bring your own picture (taken within the past 6 pole is the last one carved by the late address I are still grieving for her because came and showed each other love months) there is no charge. Only to wake, after he lost its fight Arthur Nicolaye of Kyuquot. Arthur postal code she was so much a part of our lives.. and support. Bits of a dream, dance in your head became famous carver in Tahsis, We loved her so us to First Nation. much, it hurt I love you all! Kleco! !Clew! As your soul cries upon the bed Time: Saturday July 18th, 10:00 - 4:00p.m. B.C. For infomation contact Betty /a see her go, but she is finally resting From Tanya Michael and Family Nicolaye or leave message at (250) in peace with her beloved husband Sunday July 19th, 2:00 - 4:00p.m. "Returned" papers are Felix Michael and all her children, We live in a world that takes and gives 830 -0811. Place: Pearl Warren Building - I Iealth Unit deleted from the mailing grandchildren and great -great r. In the soul, is where it lives Address: 611 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA. list. grandchildren who have gone s As love sleeps, deep within the soul before her. Yearning to wake and share control Thank you. 7 Jor Moron r Westeoast TRADITIONAL DUGOUT CANOES Father Salmon and Tim Bird for the Many years have gone by Transition House WIrauE. IA0001. WA. an prayer service Why will a heart continue to cry REn All the speakers and singers. Emergency Shelter Maybe it was meant never to be broken For Abused Women Doctor Henderson for helping her, mmew Ma an swum Like words of wisdom over the years I've spoken and their Children especially in her most time of need 1 on call 24 hours All the cooks, for feeding the people 726 -2020 All the accommodations, from people Willard Gallic Jr. TemMa®.,re60)228-0151 no at home and neighbouring tribes All the drivers, who drove over the LANGUAGE CLASSES car show for the Island 404 a C v.wa waayp`nitrn nasty road. Tree Topping Another Birthday association. These wonderful people at Hupacasaht Hall eain C9aaa Delores Solicitor and Margaret Miller Nuu- chah -nulth -eats Tsitsigi & Pruning supposed a 50 -50 draw, with Language Instructor - for preparing Nan for her journey C/O P.O 1218 Phone (250) 724 -6277 proceeds going to Brandon Erickson Box Tat Tatoosh home. n Loving Memory ofCyndi Newman Wish and a thank Reasonable Rates who is fighting bone cancer. Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M1 Mondays and Thursday Nights All the people who gathered and Heavy arc our hearts today Dave Georg Thank you very much Ed and Phone (250)724 -1225 7 pm to 9 pm burned her belongings. As memory brings you bark once more you... within Sandy Spence for everything you Fax (250) 724 -4385 All the people who did traditional To the days when you were Happy birthday to Jeffery Frank/ Parenting Skills for Parents & IC To the happy time before have done. We Love You!! I V® ceremony and tasks that needed to be Victoria from all grandpas and Tots NO()TKA Alt most days of sadness still crane over us .\I.a x'nrnhne.n (ee,i don. Nan would be so proud of you granules in Ahousaht Nuuuaadufiie Cicigi Fridays from 3 -4 pm Gideon Small And our tear drops often flow Sincerely, Warren, Language that belongs to EVERY IS WELCOME ogracelasOEanings all for helping so willingly. You're memory keeps you here with as Jerilyn', Brandon, aPendamsORings We would like to extend the Nuu-chah -nuM1 CUll kleco the Though you left ten years ago Kyle Nation hcmdasiroer All tribes that contributed finan- heartfelt thank you to all those who Ashley and >t>+ogN®t+am+7 Loving you always Edward Tatoosh, Certified Ph:7i6.1957 cially and emotionally, that send Erickson Pgr: 716-4922 Mum were at he Westwind Pub attending e Linguist n cards, flowers and food. r a , . ,yi,ardi .' 1}) T itt;.K.,: n lt ,' , . . i, ,: Yi ' Ir+r. ' '..#' 4,:136Y.":;'%61411:1 4 f1Y , ; nN 1.1N51 a.> \Tl,/..i1j1i '

24 HA-SHILTH-SA June 18, 1998 ,--. - T4]E]EiC+ ,, , ; _ tF IBIC[ ][I ]E 1NEWS _

"AI" LICENSES D THE FOLLOWING ARE FOR SALE:

CFV 27727 38.45 FT - CFV 29665 36.75 FT - CFV 24162 37.99 FT If anyone would like to purchase any one of the above "AI" salmon licenses . pen a to: please mail or fax written offer

Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Co ii i o P.O. Box 1384, Port Alberni, B.C., 4dr V9Y 7M2, Fax 250 -724

D This is a new section NEDC News that will - featured in each issue. The - . . . NEDC is Marc Audet, NEDC Intern seminar will describe any seminars and /or conferences that ing for Nuu-chah-nulth in the current year. Hello, my name is Marc a seminar or conference please contact J.C. AudetAude Masso. My parents are For more information or to register for Barb and Dan Audet. I am a Katherine Robinson at 724 -3131. descendant of the Masso family. My grandmother was Nancy Frank CIBCr BUSINESS and my grandfather was Alex V Masso. I make my home in Port This will - the second year that NEDC has hosted this Alberni, but I am from the . t year at Tin Wis, - -eight- participants qui-aht band in the Tofino Area. I seminar. spent most of my adolescent years learned: outside BC and away from my -That there are only 3 ways to spend net profit band. I returned to Victoria in -The connection between cashflow and sales and how II where I pursued my educa- this can make' or break t business tion. -The 7 financial reasons for business failure After a long five years, I -How to use their income statement and balance sheet to 'IL have recently graduated from the - t University of Victoria with a access efficiency strength your business Major in Economics. I will be This year the Business will be in Port Alberni tentatively at the Coast Hospitality working for the Nuu -chah -nulth 7 8/98. r Inn on October & Economic Development Corpora- tion as an Intern for the next 10 The class size is limited to 30 and seats will be allocated on first come first serve basis - early months. Throughout my intern- is advised. ship I will be training to be an registration af Economic Development Officer and I intend to participate in Pt Nations Taxation various Committees. I hope to This is . one -day workshop designed review and explain the impact of new court decisions on gain experience in the economic Aboriginal taxation pursuant to Section 87 of the Indian Act. There are three major areas that development field, while at the will discussed. same time, familiarizing myself ' with the Nuu -chah -nulth area. 1. employment income: personal taxation, structuring businesses. Working for NEDC gives 2. Investment income: strategies for insuring exemption me the chance work in an area 3. Implications for band and tribal governments that I am truly interested in. I will be able to apply my knowledge This workshop was designed for Nuu-chah-nulth businesspeople, fishermen, Tribal gov- and concerns to advance the ernments and Tribal Council staff, but is open 1 all interested parties. economic development of the Nuu -chah -nulth people. It is my The workshop will ' facilitated in part by Hugh BrakerBra and associate Robert Freedman in Port aspiration t learn more about my Alberni and is tentatively set for late July. heritage, and to see our people thrive. To register or for more information (registration: fee, date, place, etc.) please contact Katherine Robinson at 0 724 -3131.

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Phone: 1 ) 283-919 Phone: 1 4 -3131 Phone: (250) -7270 1 o Fax: 1 ) 283-9120 Fax: 724-9967 j. Fax: (250) -7275 or (250) -7552 Economic Development Officer: Economic Development Officer: Eamcm AcDevalzpm a ìri= Sharyn Stacey Peggy Hartman Lin Lukash tir ,.b .