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t ).- HaShi i th -Sa Ha- Shilth -Sa Canadian Publications VOL. 25 No 2 Nuu- chah -nulth for Mail Product Sales Agreement No. January 29th, 1998 "Interesting News" 467510 C'issa7ath Treaty Planning Session January 15th & 16th 1998 Painting Pride Project Somass Hall - Delegates gathered for a discuss our model. Third party 11 -jf''ick treaty planning meeting involvement was stressed but this i that had been postponed would not be at the working group 1 À 7f n a k from the 12th and 13th out of level. After a meeting on January r respect for the losses experienced 6th we will be meeting again in ' by the Keitlah and Little families. 19th and make N Victoria on January -- - Sharon Styan welcomed delegates time. ri our presentation at that to the meeting in place of Execu- In following discussion tive Director Norman Taylor who Mexsis asked for clarification of was at another meeting. Sam "operationalizing parts of our Johnson gave the opening prayer proposal" and Cliffsuggested it was and Willard Gallic asked the meet- a bureaucratic device to take parts ing to stand in silence out of respect which fitted in with their agenda. for the families of those who had his Robert Dennis expressed belief t recently suffered losses, including that BC and would be "a great lady" Qweena - Lillian doing everything they can to delay Michaels. management boards. Cliff Atleo In discussion of the agenda responded by agreeing that we ,.11..- there was some apparent frustration should take a very close look at at the busy schedule of Hugh what we want to make work and Braker who was unable to allocate include. Charlie Coates expressed time to address the meeting as the his satisfaction with having had 1 postponement from Monday and federal and provincial representa- iiiiiii1tlll0lttitilitilititiliittittii mil; i In' Tuesday meant that he had other tives at the meeting and believed business that prevented attendance. that the DFO seem to be slowly com- The old Ha -Ho -Payuk School in Port Alberni may be empty of chil- It was suggested that there be a later ing round to recognizing the worth dren but it is still a place of education and training. Seven students discussion of the situation after Vic of regional management boards. T are enrolled on a twelve week Painting Pride project, managed by Pearson arranges a meeting with Jessie Stephens and taught by C'issa7ath artists Wil Robinson - Tuuq'iit - Parliamentary Standing Hugh Braker. and John Dick Jr. The timeline for the course clearly shows that a holistic Committee for Fisheries & on Meeting philosophy is at the heart of the program. Update Report Oceans Visit to Ucluelet Some of the practical and spiritual elements in the training include: with the DFO and Port Alberni study of old Nuu -chah -nulth paintings, balancing designs, mixing paints, December 19th 1997 Vic Pearson introduced a field trips, cultural and protocol training, storing artwork, traditional feasts, Cliff Atleo reported to the suggestion by Don Hall, who was drum making, tribal history, family lineage, treaty, learning & practising table that the meeting was a good at another meeting, that we make a traditions and a variety of other segments. session and it was our intention to presentation (or presentations) The artists presenting the course, are obviously caring, practical make a major push for our Interim when the Standing Committee and experienced in their craft. Wil Robinson has been an active artist for Measures Proposal with the Minis- comes to town. There was a wide - five years, after a career that included working for the Provincial Museum try of Fisheries. ranging discussion which in Victoria. An accident then forced him to examine opportunities to work Comments suggested that culminated in the decision to make for himself as an artist. His first teachers were Vern Etzerza and Gene they would like us to operationalize five separate presentations on be- works in Nuu -nulth style using traditional tools and Brabant. He the -chah certain aspects inside or outside the half of all 13 NCN Nations to the materials, such as adzes and knives, whenever possible in the creation of treaty, Their agenda seemed to Standing Committee sessions masks and bowls. His local influences as an artist include Pat Amos and include wanting us to consider a as follows: Tim Paul. the work of model based on joint management. 1. Salmon stocks issues (Huu -ay- Wil Robinson's aim for the students is to use a holistic approach Cliff Atleo reported that we aht Nation) in Port Alberni that blends practical hands -on experience with cultural teachings. persisted and ultimately they ...Continued on Page 4 ...Continued on Page 2 seemed to understand our desire to

ELSEWHERE... POSTAGE PAID IN PORT ALBERNI, B.C. Francis Frank Page 3 Fear Page 16 RETURN POSTAGE GUARANTEED 1 If undeliverable, please return to: Ha- Shilth -Sa, P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Radar Man Page 6 No Spankings Page 18 .4.0!'"aas. i Microphone Man Page 9 Congratulations Page 19 tir tItij NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPERS DIVIS 395 WELLINGTON STREET Poetry Corner Page 14 Credit Page 20 OTTAWA ONTARIO L K1A ON4 1=11._-..-_-.--.-., 173,-. m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA 3 2 HA-SHILTH-SA m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 1F--F--(¡--`E-?-E.=F "Painting Pride Project "from Cover -Francis Frank Steps LETTERS & KLECOS 37 The course is focussed towards a Years Ha- Shiloh -Sa will include letters received from its readers All letters Ha-shilth-Sa feast & celebration at the c'uuma7as This newspaper is published by must be signed by the writer and have the writer's name, address & phone Back from Table Hall when there will be the official the Nut-chah -nulth Tribal number (if any) on it. Names will be withheld by request. the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, veiling of an eight foot by sixteen Council for distribution to the We reserve Together A At the conclusion of the Treaty Planning meeting held on January at the embers of the fourteen grammar and good taste. We will definitely not publish letters dealing with foot panel of a village scene 15th and 16th in Pon Alberni. Francis Frank ofTla- o- qui -aht First are -shah -nulth Nuu- chah -nulth as tribal or personal disputes or issues that critical of Nuu end of the Hall. These will be anon asked for permission to address the delegates. With his groups. well as other interested groups individuals or original panels created by the Nation standing behind him, Francis Frank apologised to his chiefs, Moses All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the and indio iduals.lnf atom & students in the C'issa?ath tradition. Martin, his Aunt Precious and all the delegates for not giving advance original work contained in this writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the John Dick Jr. is a C'issa7atb warning of what he had to say. As Francis Frank has had difficulty during newspaper is copyright and may Mai- chah -nulth Tribal Council or its member First Nations. carver who began seven years ago. the unfolding of recent events in having his say, Ha- Shilth -Sa would like not be reproduced without His main output has been masks, paddles, plaques and drums. He has to report his words verbatim. written permission from: KLFCO always admired Wil Robinson and classifies himself as an artist by nature " This is my last pre -treaty. I have decided in the interests of my ArmsrhaN -mirk Tribal Council I would like to thank my brother, rather than having a lot of personal influences on his style. that I can't continue. You may or may not be familiar with what's h P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, Valentine Gomez for babysitting Ile is pleased with the way that the students on the course have happening at TFN with media coverage. Unfortunately, right or wrong, I B.C. V9Y 7M2. for free for me. If it wasn't for Telephone: (250) 724-5757 recognized that "instant gratification" is not something that either an artist feel to be the personal target It's in the best interests of TFN and this you, I couldn't have gotten Fax: (250)723 -0463. can expect or the Nuu -shah -nulth traditions allow. The making airs drum, table that I do not expose you to what is associated I thank Rosie Coates 1 straight A's in school. Thank DESIGNED & TYPESET BY for example, begins with the preparation of the deer hide and culminates - be strong- walk with your head up. you. ( - I CHRIS BEDDOWS some time later with the decoration of the finished product This is one of Foe talked with my family treaty is much larger than one person From Linda Gomez. AT N.T.C. the elements in the Painting Pride Project. John Dick reports that the - it's about the future generation - .re're doing this for our children and Printed at the students recognize the time that needs to be taken. His main hope for the it's for my children that I'm removing myself. I don't want them to have Alberni Valley Totes xLeco project and the students is that they will armor to dock" the techniques and the strains this has brought on Subscriptions: $15.00 per year in attitudes that have been introduced and pass them on later to a new generation. This may not be the place to resolve internal matters, but I'm in- After several attempts to Canada & $18.00 per year in the Painting Pride is a Nuu- chah -nulth cultural project that promises wised at this table and by stepping back, TFN may have a chance to be start this letter it seems that my ` U.S.A. and foreign countries rich personal and community rewards in the short as well as the long term. united, to be strong. Hopefully, what TFN is struggling with now - we words in writing just doesn't During the lunch break at the Treaty Planning session recently held at the have people who want to go through the media- 'don't want this to affect seem enough. Although I know =W. I Somas Hall in Pon Alberni, Murray and Sarah John were presented with Editor -Manager ! this table or TSC and so I withdraw as a treaty negotiator. that I can't at this time thank you a cake in celebration of their 37 years of marriage. Cliff Allen made the as a nce us The & Southern Region Reporter Hopefully we can take this learning per, far all personally. 1n presentation on behalf of the delegates and the gathering offered its con- time is now that we have to become stronger, more united - to focus on Chris Beddows You can't imagine what gratulations to the happy couple. what wean achieve by working together - building on the positives shat (250) 724 -5757 your generous support and üüü i, ¡ . exist at this table. Office Manager 't strength did for all of us at the rc Don't get stuck in a continuous mode of negativity - by to show Annie Watts loss of our beloved Linda Mallon. appreciation of what is being done It's important, as C1iAdeo said ,o (250)724 -5757 Our love goes out to all our focus an what can be done. I want to encourage the table to remember Central Region Reponer relatives and friends in great who the real fight is with - it's not ourselves - we're not the enemy. Our Denise Ambrose appreciation. r'' "= fight is with BC and Canada for our rightful place here. (250)725 -2120 Thank you to Rev, Frank I rake my steps now to withdraw in the hope that TFN and this Salmon and Rev. Phil Jacobs for QUESTION: table will not forget who the issues are. It's not about Francis hank" I - d t becomes F--F:-E.--F.-F-(--3; officiating the funeral service. l y` i about Tabatha and Chancellor. If by stepping back, my Nation CAN Thank you Violet Thomas WHAT MASS STORAGE SYSTEM stronger, then my children will benefit. In my mind and heart I know I've for reading the eulogy. Violet - The seven C'issa7ath students were asked what they wished to gain from CONTAIN MILLIONS OF BITS OF done no wrong - not as alleged in the papers - but if TFN becomes DEADLINES be you were always a special friend the c urse and what they thought they would be doing a few years down INFORMATION, NEVER CRASHES, stronger, so be it. I encourage TFN to regroup, strengthen yourselves, the Please note that the deadline for Lyn. To you Uncle Henry for the road. Their replies were honest, sometimes good humoured and frank. COSTS A FRACTION OF A P.C., IS a bigger farce to be reckoned with I encourage Nutt- chap -nulth to do same. I encourage us all because - that despite criticism - we've been for submissions for our next the special poem for Linda. How rd Little: I hope to rediscover some of my native culture and also ACCESSIBLE BY A CHILD OR AN ELDER issue is noon on Wednesday, 1._sC.m3"1 posed, ridiculed. Because I'm the personal target, I must step bock To all of Linda's friends by painting the c'uuma?as Hall to bring some culture back the AND CAN'T BE CONTROLLED BY 11th February 1998. After I have a lot of trust and respect for a lot of you round this table. of Ills and relatives: "Kleco -Kleco' for community. In five years I hope to be in school. MICROSOFT? Moses has proven himself very capable. I apologize to my chief and my that date, material submitted& the special tribute you did for Nathan Watts - Yahtsuputh: What I want to get out of this course is Aunt Precious - who filled a void for me... judged to be appropriate Linda. more cultural pride and to build my an skills. Five years down the road be guaranteed Thankyou. " cantle placement, To the pall -bearers John K., Errol I hope to be still learning how to draw, paint, carve etc. In five years I The delegates were in some distress at the moving and powerfully but, if still relevant, will be Sam, Steve Tom, George Louie, hope to be working somewhere. ANSWER: expressed withdrawal of Francis Frank. There were strong emotions in the included in the following issue. Norman George, Gordis Modesto, Barry Watts: In and after this project I feel I'll be gaining a ton of hall and a number of individuals and groups paid tribute to Francis Frank In an ideal world, Nick Albany and Greg Sam. knowledge, spirit and respect of our culture. I know now I'll be doing arts in impassioned speeches. submissions would be typed, r' Thank you for your support. and traditional song and dance for a long time and hope to enrich it to our Cliff Altai reminded us that we are all in the same as the rather than hand- written. iI You will all remain in our hearts. surrounding community. a strong back- Please name/ Nuu- chah -nulth Nation and that Francis Frank had been write return Helena, Tom, Diane, Trevor Little: At first I wanted toaccomplish becoming an artist. Now bone in the treaty process. Archie Thompson spoke powerfully of needing address on all submitted Michelle (Mike). Lorne Vincent, learn more about my expectations are far greater, I would like to my Francis Frank. Others spoke of how photographs and enclose a men of education and strength like 1 Francis, Natasha & Dominique culture. For instance my native tongue. I would say more but I was self-addressed envelope for impossible it would be to replace him and admired him for his courage in Sam. limited to a few lines. I basically thought the course would just teach us their return making this decision. Various members of the Elders Advisory Council an, but its turning out to be much more. Finally, what I see myself doing (7!!! ..--, pledged their support for Francis and his work. As Stanley said, "The battle in five years is and exploring options in an and my culture. Please note that although we finding myself F, is not with ourselves, it's will the other two governments. Your hurt is our KLFCO Gus: What I hope to get out this course is artistic painting would certainly them be able Geoff of hurt, your victories are our victories, your strength is our strength - and experience. As well as cultural and tribal history. Five years down the to cover all stories and event, I would like to express my your child isms grandchild We're in the same canoe but one of the paddles I see myself finishing a university or college degree while still as well as submitted material, gratitude and appreciation to all road has broken. We who are lleft in the canoe will paddle harder to get to our practicing my artistic we can only do so subject to: the Mowachaht &Muchalaht abilities. destination." people for allowing me to dwell Richard Dick - Karba (Creels): I like to team more of native language Darlene Watts concluded the tributes from the table. She emphasised Sufficient advance notice in their territory. and our history of our tribe and I learned to respect our elders. that the delegates were a family for Francis and that he must not feel alone. Eugene Antoine not available when the Reporter's availability at Kleco-Kleco for the (Chops): Eugene was project "We must learn from all of this. A time will come when you re backlit this the time of the event farewell luncheon. It brought was visited but coordinator Jessie Stephens reported on his keeness and table which you have mode stranger for family, community and the future. enthusiasm. is most Editorial space available In tears to my heart. He attends on a volunteer basis and eager to learn. He Correction ... You have etudes, difference. Francis, and we want to acknowledge that" the paper Kleco for the beautiful goes out of his way to help the team and is an asset to the class. ...Report by Chris Beddows It wasn't necessary to be an eagle -eyed reader to realize that the photograph Editorial deadlines being 1 print I love it. Jessie Stephens has an infectious enthusiasm for the project and the in the last issue captioned as Larry Johnson (page 10 "Huu- ay -aht & adhered to by contributors From the borttom of my various levels of cultural expertise that it is developing already. "Those Biodiversity) was, in fact, a photograph of Larry's father, Ken Johnson. heart, people, who will gain most are those with on open mind and I am observing that Mow/Much Kleco- We apologise to both gentlemen concerned for the error. These things developing already. It's about singing and dancing and language and a Kleco! shouldn't happen... but they do. Editor Na-ShIMh-Sa From whole lot more. It's about becoming a team and learning what it is to be j I Dana Arlen C'fssa7mh. It's about helping to explain why we do what we do." 1 - - -) -ì -) -- ...Report by Chris Beddows 4 HA- SHILTH -SA m'aamigsu 29 JANUARY 1998 m'aamigsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA 5 "Treaty" continued from Cover throughout life through teachings by parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, 3. Certainty will be obtained in a 2. Technical Hall) in presentation (Don Pon Alberni elders and community members treaty, by the clear and concise Nuu- chah -nulth Woman First 3. Plan issues Nation) 1n Mifflin (Ahousaht Ucluelet 2. Nuu- cheh -nulth education has always been based on oral teachings elaboration of First Nation rights 4. Individual vessel quota issues (Ucluelet nation) in Ucluelet }.Nuu -chap -nulth territory is the most conducive environment for educat- and title 5. WCVI Interim Measures issues (NTC) in Pon Alberni B.C. ing Nuuchah -nulth people (e.g. family support, access to elders. etc.) 4. Certainty will be achieved Aboriginal Coroner Resources Natural Mandate Working Group 4. Ilia huu pa is deeply valued by Nuuchah -nulth and is a fundamental through the inclusion of provisions Vi Mundy the review to Pat North of Toquaht First Nations was presented of material developed date. tool used to revive Nuu-chah -nulth language and culture in the treaty that identify which par- Initial discussion centred on the definition of "conservation" from a appointed by the Governor General's Office as 5. Curriculum used in the Nuu- chah -nulth territory (both Nuu -shah -nulth ties have rights in areas not speci- -ehah -nulth Francis Frank that the Coroner for the Tefino/Ucluelet Region in Novem- Nuu perspective. believed Nuu -chah- and BC Ministry of Education curriculum) must reflect Nuu -chah -nulth fied in the treaty. Any matter not nulth perspective was - that "...wé much as ber 1997. North, the daughter of Chief Bert Mack, quite simple only take as we history, culture, values, teachings and language dealt with in the !notary remains the need and we use all of that which we take." added - believes that she is the first Aboriginal woman Cliff Alleo "...when 6. The Nuu- chah -nulth set their minimum standard of education to be that potential subject of future negotia- there is abundance we do without. table asked Vito appointed to this position in . low "The incorporate of the general population tions and the amending process or some of the issues and items that had been into a North's duties include investigating discussed revised 7. Education of Nuuchah -nulth is needed to meet post -treaty human judicial review document. She then went on to introduce work that had been done on ... suspicious deaths in the Region. When cause of resourceu requirements. 5. Flexibility will be achieved A Process for the Nuu -shah -nulth Annual Allowable Harvest death is not apparent, North will be called in to try Darrell Ross asked that Nuu -cheh -nulth population estimates be through an amendment process in After discussion a slightly revised set of principles and a process establish the cause of death. She has the authority checked and Charlie Contes thanked Blair Thompson for a very well con- the treaty that will allow parties to for implementation was agreed. The thought behind the agreed principles to call an inquest in such cases. To date, she has structed paper. return to the treaty to make sure that focused on Nuu -cheh -nulth needs and interests, allowing for growth of our not been called to duty. Jurisdiction and Governance Report It reflects changes in circumstances population, being of prime consideration with no determination of harvest The boundaeiesofTofino/Uclueletregionare on Elden meetings on Laws and Governance and will ensure that the rights being accepted that tried to limit Nuuchah -nullh share to a percentage of not firmly established yet, but North is responsible Sylvia Olsen presented the delegates with a survey and summary of contained in the treaty will be total allowable harvest. for the five Central Region First Nations of six meetings that had taken place with an average of thirty elders. She permitted to evolve. The process was to be that all three governments agree on a Ahousaht, Hesquiaht, Tla- o- qui -ahy Toquaht and pro- reported that between nine and twelve Nuuchah -nulth Nations wem rep- 6. Flexibility and certainty will be cess to determine the total population of a species and that they will then Ucluelet as well as the villages of lotion and resented on average. further achieved through a dispute agree on a process to number each species to be conserved, leading to a Ucluelet. Willard Gallic in the following discussion explained that after six resolution mechanism in the treaty formula for a harvest that allows for conservation of the species. She has completed a week of intensive meetings some of the information was becoming repetitious and that there 7. The final step in the dispute Pat North ofToguahl First Nations After a delicious lunch hosted by the Tseshaht Nation and catered training in Vancouver and will be attending another is to be a shift in the organization of the meetings, with a smaller number resolution mechanism will provide by Mary Ann Fred, Vic Pearson introduced the... training session in the near future. North intends to of elders attending from each Nation. Thew were also budgetary consider- for judicial review of the issue in Report on Raw Log Exports speak with the local elders in order to learn more about cultural beliefs. She wishes to bridge the gap between the ations to take into acmes when gathering so many elders together 'none plum dispute. There was discussion with particular contributions from Francis Frank, obligations of the Coroner's Office and Nuuchah -ninth traditional beliefs. Matthew Lucas indicated his belief that it is important to get the Treaty Manager's Follow up Mexsis and Judith Sayers. Ultimately it was agreed that the Nuu -chah- North's appointment as Regional Coroner will continue until she resigns or reaches the age of 65. The last other two governments to walk in our shoes - to see what it is like to be Report to Motions nulth members of the TSC veto press fora response by BC on the Regional Coroner for ToIneS reticle resigned in order to pursue a career in medicine. concept Nuu- chah- nulth. Co -chair Richard Watts urged that we modify the (Dec. 15th -17th 1997) of a log surplus testing area that is geographically the same as the ._Report by Central Region Reporter Denise Ambrose concept that our teachings, history and traditions arc purely oral. lie re- Vic Pearson drew the table's Nuu -shah -nulth Ha- hoolthee. minded the table that there is a lot of visual /graphic material that we use: attention to a number of points, Lands, Air and Waters Mandate Working Group totems, screens, masks, etc. There are written records of our trading routes, including the other governments' Matthew Lucas look the table through the Declaration and Claim that had our trade goods and the values of our commodities in the barter system. speed of response (or lack of it!) been developed by the Mandate Working Group. In on -going discussion Mexsis added that only some of the results of the six meetings have been Land Selection there were a number of interesting points raised. Mexsis suggested that in reported. "Translation can be a problem and we would really like to he Negotiation Schedule the light of Delgamuxw, perhaps we should ask BC and Canada to identify able to receive the concepts of goveethnee direetyr. ..0 -r.. , There was some disesssionover led their interests in a nation's territory rather than putting up a case for our Harry Lucas informed the mating that he had not yet completed February schedule own land selection. the glossary he was working on and that this would be finished before too with some Nations suggesting that Cliff Alleo recommended that individual First Nations think care- long and April was a distinct possibility. some more time was needed to fully about their methods of land selection as the future is going to be During the lunch break Murray and Sarah John were presented with check their schedules. Francis different to where we are today and we should decide how best we can a cake in celebration of their 37 years of marriage In addition Shawn Arlen Frank suggested that all Nations achieve what we want in the future. and Rene Perpick were jointly presented with a cake in acknowledgment should inform Vic Pearson as soon call t Or nominations eArchie Thompson suggested that we need to have the general pub- of their binhdays. as they were ready to make their lic understand exactly where we are. Stanley Sam supported this line Revenue and Fiscal Working Group Report continuing negotiation presentations. strongly and added that elders are not afraid to talk because they are telling Forest Renewal BC Darrell Ross presented the General Report which itemized the work status Cliff Alleo urged that we will honour the tnah and in that lies their strength. "DFO are trying to rule us and it is of a number of Sub issues, including: Compensation, Capital/Community make a six month plan as to our Individuals and groups from around us who should be telling them what we can do in our own territories." Development, Taxation, Taxation Financial Benefits, Banking Commerce readiness for a land selection the province who have made Jurisdiction and Governance Mandate Working Group and Trade, , Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, Residen- presentation. "We are eating our to in Deb Foscrofi rook the delegates through the comparative analysis of BC's valuable contributions tial Schools and General Provisions. time away. Let's keep to schedule, Proposed Principles on Child Welfare and Nuuchah- nulth's position - British Columbia, with the third Simon Read went on to present the Group's Report on Estimated even though it is difficult. We which she summarized as superior. There was much discussionon the analy- annual Forests Excellence Awards to Costs of Residential School Programs and Services. lie took the table should be beyond such uncertainty sis and our position. through a series of estimates covering a 20 year treatment/recovery period and not afraid of the challenge. be announced in June of u99B. Amongst a number of comments and suggestions, Charlie Comes totaled $427,000,000 Richard Watts queried whether this estimate was for Let's set a deadline for ourselves." wanted to stress that Nuu- chah- nulth laws should and that we should Awards will be given in each of prevail the treaty table or to access the recently announced federal compensation There being no other forests develop our own family laws and justice systems. Judith Sayers indicated moneys. Judith Sayers queried the absence of a community healing cat- agenda business Sharon Styan, as the following categories: Forest that we do not want the current delegated authority but real authority in a egory and wondered if healing individuals would necessarily add up to a Chairperson, declared the meeting Management Environment Value post -treaty future. She emphasised a need for Nuuchah -nulth future inde- healthy community. Matthew Lucas suggested the development ofa flow closed. pendence from provincial and federal paternalism. Added Labour Community chart to graphically show the routeofan individual going through the heal- ...Report by Chris Beddows It was finally excellence Education agreed that the analysis conducted by Deb Foxcroft Communications/ ing process. Charlie Contes suggested that the document reflected a true of the proposed BC principles for child welfare, together with the discus- Media Forest Service Youth. picture of what needs to be dealt with. It took a hundred years of residen- sion of the analysis should be considered by the Jurisdiction and Gover- tial schools to bring us to where we are now and it will take a few genera- nance Mandate Working Group in developing a final draft the Entry deadline la of Nuu - tions to heal the wounds effectively. chah -nulth principles and interests for negotiation on child awards E3, 5998. welfare. March Small Group Report on Nuu -chah -ninth Interests Day Two on Certainty and Extinguishment Sam Johnson opened the meeting with a prayer in our language in which Can 1- 888- 43a-444a Cliff Atleo presented a summary of the small group discussions at Tswana. he asked the Creator to look after useful give an the power and goodness to for information and He stressed that none of what is contained in the draft is binding as any succeed in our discussions. Stanley Sam urged the members of the table to First Nation can choose whether or not it wishes to adopt the issues on nominations forms. take direction from the elders who pass on the ways of our ancestors in Certainty. The document concerned was developed by the First Nations dealing with the other governments. "In this new year I urge you to Summit and is based on seven principles. These are, consider how we may strengthen ourselves as there are not many elders I. The purpose of treaties is to recognize and protect aboriginal rights, title left who can be of help." roaesr and interests, not to extinguish them, This objective should be clearly Update on Education Negotiation stated in the preamble to all treaties RENEWAL BC Blair Thompson took the table through the Guiding Principles that had 2. No treaty should contain any reference to extinguishment, either blanket been developed. These, in summary, were as follows: I. Nuu- or partial, of aboriginal rights or title. No treaty should contain the historic chah -nulth education begins before a child is born, and continues wording of extinguishment, or release, cede and surrender m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA 7 6 HA- SHILTH -SA m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 NORTHERN Baby Crib Hazard Alert! RADAR MAN Range and Bearing TaskslDeliverables I. Digitize and acquire outstanding data sets: Forest Cover is yet to Health Canada recently warned It was the month of August. l was probably about 9 or 10 years old. NUU -CHAH -NULTH be *Structural damage that could but should be The time was 4:00 a.m. I was awakened in the usual way by my Grandpa completed solved by next week. consumers about the risks associ- use dislodgment of the mattress leaning quietly over me and asking me if I would like to get up and go 2. Complete model implementation to test areas: This cannot be ated with cribs manufactured in support ARCHAEOLOGICAL completed until the issue of Forest Cover has been resolved. Canada by Benjamin Strollers Co. fishing with him. This particular morning I decided that it was a good 3. Run idea. When I left the house to go down to the boat I found it to be a normal model against test areas: The preliminary CMT model was run in Limited. Whiten injuries or deaths These problems present a risk of one of the test areas. Further runs cannot be completed until Forest related to these cribs have been August morning, the fog was thicker than Chunky soup. I wondered how OVERVIEW head entrapment and suffocation. Cover is obtained. reported to Health Canada, the my grandpa even found the boat because I couldn't see it and it was only Also, babies could fall from the crib 4. Produce test area maps: A preliminary about 100 ft away from the house. I found my way down the float and ASSESSMENT PROJECT STEERING test area map has been pro- department has identified safety and be seriously injured. ductal for the first test area, the second preliminary test area map will problems through laboratory testing untied the lines, pushed the bow out and jumped aboard. COMMITTEE IN TSAXANA be produced next week. and complaints received. Consumers who think that they may own a crib manufactured by The Nootka First Nations Forest Product Ltd., the head component Archen Tech Task/Deliverables Crib models Roma, Milano, 200 Benjamin Strollers Co. Ltd, other in Archeological Overview Assessment (AOA) project, hosted an update and 600, which have been sold than the Roma, Milano, 200 and meeting in Tsaxana. The AOA project is striving towards cresting a better (I) None nationwide since January 1996, fail 600 models, should check the crib relationship between forest industries and the Northern Region Nuu -chah- to comply with the standards set out for signs of structural weakness or nulth First Nations. In attendance: Sheila Savoy, the Project Coordinator; Nootka Forest Products Tasks/Deliverables in the Cribs and Cradles Regula- damage. Health Canada advises Mary Pat Mather, Ministry of Forestry; Heather Pratt, from the Arcas tions of the Hazardous Products consumers to: Consulting Archeologists Ltd.; Tanya Petrie & John Waring, from the (I) None Act. For these models, structural Forest Products Ltd:. Bob Howie, from Hecate Logging; Heather unsafe physical \ failures and other Ensure that each slat is solidly at- Moon, from the Archeologist Branch; Louise Amos, from Ehattesaht First Direct communications has continued between Areas. Nootka For- characteristics of cribs have been I I and does not rotate when Nation: Wilfred tached Andrew, Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation; Larry An- est Products and Ministry Forests identified by laboratory testing. of to discuss the progress of the AOA twisted. so drew, First The r'tsn x Mowachaht/Muchalaht Nation. meetings agenda entailed project and to identify and deal with various Consumers are warned to stop concerns or issues. Apply a downwards force at each :771r, the project background, project update, a review of phase Ill Deliverables, these and a safe lCl using cribs to find comer of the mattress support to a review of action items &, information on culturally modified training During the update report an "Archaeological Site Potential Model for replacement immediately. Retail- r- make certain that it remains in - opportunity, The meeting started off with Heather Pratt presenting back- Northern Nuu -chah -nulth Archaeology Overview.- ers are being asked to stop sale 'f,')s r - Culturally Modified of place; and ground information on the AOA project- She described how it will be use- Trees (January 9, 19981'. was presented to the committee. This model, set these We headed out towards Bamfield. We couldn't see a thing but cribs. Inspect the whole crib to check ful as a tool for Forestry management and future economic developments, because I had lived there all my life and I was an experienced fisherman I up in a format of a table, has the following information: for signs of damage, especially etc. Sheila Savoy spent several hours talking with, & inter -viewing sev- structural weaknesses have knew it was over in that direction, -somewhere". We puttered along at Other where bolts or screws are inserted eral First Nations in the Region, The gathered Northern information is Traditional Activity which is cedar hark been through consumer Grandpa's normal speed which was "slow", through the gap between Burlo Collecting inner identified into wood. Make certain that the recorded on test maps as 'potential' protected areas. Resulting Archaeological Evidence which is complaints on other models that Island and Ostroms and out of Bamfield harbor. Eventually we arrived bark- stripped yellow cedar wood is not damaged at such inser- Heather gave a summary of Phase 3 tasks and deliverables. somewhere in the foggy mess and the order came from the captain of the Archaeological Site Type in Overview: General type which is Forest were sold nationwide between 1985 points. tion Areas TaskslDeliverables Specific Type is -stripped and 1996. Health Canada has vessel, "We are here so drop the gear." I looked around and wondered utilization & which Yellow cedar bark CMT Location of Activity which is stands acces- received complaints about the fol- where "here" was and how the heck Grandpa knew where we were. old straight yellow cedar lithe crib shows sigma structural I. Steering committee meeting: One meeting took place on November lowing models: However I felt safe in the experienced hands of my Grandpa because he sible from the sham, water courses, and ridges damage or if in doubt, consumers 14, 1997 in Campbell River- Another steering committee meeting took Modeling Variables (Macro Features) which is forest stand type, dis- Laura, Marina, Marina 11, Ma- had started fishing at the tigëbffw''lLé . Eeer)j "ibW'illdthen Grandpa are advised to find a safe replace- place on January 15, 1998. In total, one startup meeting, five steering tance from shore, distance from water courses, elevation & slope rina BL, Marina White, Model would give me the old style foghorn and I had to climb out on the bow and ment immediately and to contact committee meetings, and one follow -up meeting were budgeted for Digital Coverage's: which is forest cover, TRIM & DEM 300, Model 800, Monica, Nicola, blow into it as hard as I could. I was sure this was the only thing that was Benjamin Strollers Co. Ltd. this project At this point, there has been a start-up meeting and three Nicola 5621, Sara, Suzy and saving us from crashing into another boat or being run over by a huge ship. Potential Criteria which is species -"Yc ",(meaning Yellow Cedar); age directly at: steering committee meetings (includes the meeting on January 15th). class =>S(meaning greater than years), height class = >3, (meaning Wave. These cribs may have After many hours of fishing on the high seas of the Pacific Ocean 2. Define test areas: Two test areas comprised of a total of four map sheets greater than 3 M); the distance 0 - from shore, 0 - 500 m from and not carry the order came to, "Pull up, we are heading home." The next logical loom improper labeling may Benjamin Strollers Co. Ltd. have been chosen. stream (double single), 0 - 3000 m up stream shore; elevation any brand or model identification. thought that came to my inexperienced mind was, "Where is home ?" I or from 211 Bowes Road 3. Review modeled maps of test areas: A preliminary review was com- 150 - 800 m, 0 % slope. Some of the complaints are: pulled the gear up and Grandpa came out and had a good look around. I -100 Concord, Ontario pleted of one test area but the second test area is yet to be reviewed. was not sure what the heck he was looking for but I had full trust in his All this information is recorded on a map, color coded and thus the end L4K Ill Problems in acquiring Forest Cover data impeded completion this that capabilities as a master seaman of the West Coast of Vancouver Island of result of test site area. 'Slats may come apart and cre- Tel. (905) 738 -0084 task. Ministry of Forestry & Pacific Forestry, now known as Western Forest ate a space greater than 6 cm wide from Victoria to Cape Scott and points beyond. After plugging along for 4. Revise working model. The activity table from which the non some time wondering when we were going see land, what appears right CMT Product Ltd. is offering a Culturally Modified Tree Training course. This and CMT model have been created is presented, including the two new before my eyes but Bamfield point. is a two week course. The proposal includes two members from each of columns which about were The whole experience was incredible. We had left many hours contain information what variables used to the 4 northern tribes and 2 engineers from Pacific Forestry. This course determine the varying degrees of potential, (High, before and spent all day out in the thick fog, with out any modern technol- Medium & Low). will train people in identifying and reporting on CMT'S. 5. Begin report: Report writing has commenced, but the major portion ogy aboard for navigating, and now here we were right back where we of The next steering committee meeting is scheduled to be in Campbell this task will take place in phase 4. started. "Amazing" River, Ministry of Forests Office, in the `big meeting room'. The date is 6. Identify data gaps: This activity has been moved to Phase 4 and will be Later, I asked Grandpa how he knew where to go and how to get set for February 12, 1998 at 10:00 AM. incorporated into final report. back. His answer was astounding as he said, "To begin with, I have been ...Report by Northern Region Reporter Dana Allee fishing for SO years hue most important we were taught to read the wind then read the waves, depending on which way the wind is blowing will tell you where you will end up when the shore comes into sight." He said to If you can... help others; watch for the type of seabirds that you run into through out the day they The Swan Family and Dave Sutherland would like to live and feed in different areas and finally you listen to the noise the ocean thank everyone for the kindness, help and support given if you cannot do that, makes; it tells you where you are and which way to go. I thought to myself to as at the passing of at least do not harm them...

"Wow! Coney!" (Look , that's what we used to say in those days, O.K. ?!) The Alberni Valley Museum Margaret Little If only the newcomers did not view an as inferior peoples, to be Dalai Lama pnaeanfs saved by their god and made to be what they considered civilized, but Margaret was the daughterof the late lames F. Swan Senior A PORTRAIT OF instead saw the knowledge and the skill that our forefathers and mothers and Rosie Swan (nee John). She leaves behind sisters: THE YUKON years. This 1915 to 1947 had acquired over thousands and thousands of knowledge kept Brenda Campbell (Angus), Bernice R. Sabbat (Terrance), The Photography of Sgt. Claude Todd, RCMP us alive and living in harmony with nature, not to destroy mother earth , Martha Swan (Russ Taylor), Francine E. Swan (Albert but to take care of each as other equals. Frank); brothers: 1. Francis Swan (Tawney Lem), Jack Woodward JANUARY 15 to MARCH 21, 1998 ... Feature by alexsis. Lawrence E. Swan (Eugenia), Luke G.T. Swan (Melinda). Barrister & Solicitor sea raa, avatar wows each eisual cscsy of mats rkk un asks,,. n. erne 4ward ens a unique esa,place and notate. Native Law n Special thanks to the , TFN and IkaNté,.palnA tic d NvaáNuma W NamaüaaEe,bnrtra Kyuquot. Thanks to Mike Tom for the donation of salmon. 957 Fart Street Manuel nkm n Iun Im a, Panne Pam Poem If wove missed anyone it is not intentional. Thank you to Victoria B.C. VOW 3K3 4255 Wallace Solon \ i everyone. ee / a Tits -5n. 10.5, Than. lag 723 -1181 )'hone: 12511) 383 -2356 Fas: (25(1) 380 -6560 rr auar" FORT ALaapr.II PARKS AND t'eaat471w0awarewNT m'aamlgsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA 9 8 HA-SHILTH-SA Ill'aailliCgSLI 19 JANUARY 1998 Nuu- chah -nulth Employment & Training Board fill IYuu- chah -nulth First nations Naatbab -null -eats Tsitaaigi Nuucaaslufsic Cicigi C/O P.O Box 1218 Language that belongs to the Harry Lucas BILATERAL AGREEMENT ADVISORS' - PAYMENT OF Pon Alberni. B.C. V9Y 7M1 Nuu -chah -nulth Nation CHILDREN'S MEDICAL DILLS Phone (250) 724 -1225 The Assembly of First Nations and Human Resources Development Fax (250) 724 -4385 ...the Man at the Canada entered into a National Framework Agreement in January 1997. As part Bands are respectfully requested to insert this document into the r of the national agreement, British Columbia has entered into Ten (10) Regional Recently completed in January of this year and "hot off the press', the Nuu - 1 informational newspapers, school letters or flyers. Bilateral Agreements (RBA) throughout the province. community chah-nulth Language Alphabet Book and Tape is destined to assist hundreds of invoices payment attached, have bee The Noah Island/ Nuu-chah -nulth Tribal Council Aboriginal Manage- Recent letters with for the language lost by cultural invasion and the Microphone Nuu -chah -nulth people to regain was to be One of the Ten RBA delivery requesting payment of ment Society (NIMTCAMS) formed, received at NTC NI FIB from some Medical Clinics It has been in the works for over two years. residential school experience. agents in BC, to provide management and delivery of human resources develop- no medic I these invoices on behalf of community children, who have the other Ahousaht - thus Two versions are availble - one Tseshaht and ment programs to the Kwakiutl District Council, Musgamagw Tsawataineuk and coverage is due to ignoring the procedures or misun- ofCennal Barclay regions. coverage. Whether covering a considerable Nooxhabnulth linguistic area and Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council communities However, (unless both status and and these were narrated by derstanding the procedures is unknown. Audio tapes are available for either edition Board members for the newly formed Nf/NTCAM.S are: are alsoprovided the day to Medical Services Plan Card are obtained), it remains that the parents Caroline Little, Kathy Robinson and Lena Ross, who North blond: Nuu- chah- th Tribal found!: responsible for medical coverage of their children beyond the day work and effort that have made the publication possible. Acknowledgements completely George Speck Nelson Keitah must also be made to: the elders, Katherine Robinson Junior and Anna Masse, ¡hero (3) month grace period given at time of birth. Versa Ambers Richard Watts Doug Robinson and Linda Watts (Proofreaders), Erma Robinson (Front Cover All community parents are advised to contact the Band lohn Henderson Norman Taylor design), Jean Bullard (Publisher and Editor), and all the organizations who have Membership Clerks to obtain applications for the Status and Medical Signing the RBA as Ca-chairpersons were: supported the Language Unit's goals- Tseshaht Band (sponsor) Ahousaht Band, Services Plan Cards. If you live off reserve contact your local medical George Speck (for NI) Nelson Keitlah (for NTC)o Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council, First Peoples Cultural Foundation, Aboriginal or the central hospital for the Medical Card application form. The primary goal ofihe Agreement ism provide Employmentand Training clinic and Training and Canadian Heritage. Training Unit, Community Skills by First Organizations. This You require a rraenel Certificate of Birth and the parents consent form Programs for First Nation People, and delivered Nation The books and tapes are designed to assist anyone who has a desire To obtain the Medical Services Plan Card, see your Band Office agreement is in effect until March 31, 1999. to write, read and speak Nuu -chah -ndth. They can be used by an individual the NTC Region, the Nuu -chah- Administration or off reserve your local medical clinic, pick up and To assist with the delivery of the programs in working on his/her own or used with the assistance of a Nuu -chah -nulth nulth Employment and Training Board (NUB) was formed. Each of the three complete the Card application form which is to be forwarded to Medical speaker. All that is required is a basic level of literacy in English. The book regions have two members, the Port Alberni FriendshipCenter (PA FC) and United Services Branch in Vancouver. Please Note: It takes 6-8 weeks costs $18.00 and the tape $7.00 when ordered as a single item. There are Native Nations 144 (LINN) each have one member, plus an alternate for each processing for both these cards so get your application in immediately. discounts for hulk orders of 100 plus copies ($20.00 for book and tape). region and PAFC and UNN. these you are not Remember, if you do not have both of cards Members sitting on the NETB are appointed by the Co-chairs of each region, registered or covered for medical services or medicines. The Nuu -chah -nulth PAFC and UNN. The members are You can apply (no guarantees), for coverage, backdating a year Great. Richard Naos (volunteered to sit as chairperson to the end of the 97/98 period only when your children have received the provincial medical card. Alphabet Book fiscal year). get Region: Hanson Control Region: toe Campbell This means we still have time to get these outstanding bills paid, so (Tseshaht Dialect) Northern Peter your paperwork done A.S.A.P.!!! Margarita lames lack Little Jackie Godfrey Questions or queries can be directed to the Band Membership Clerk l (Alt.) Caroline Michael (Alt.) Southern Region: Jeff Cook P.R.Fiandslp Carne,: Wishaa (local band office), NTC Registry Office. or NTC Non -Insured Health Wendy Gallic (Ale)Cindy Stevens Benefits Program representative at I-888- 407 -4888, or locally at 724 -3232. (Alt.) Paulette Tatoosh Robert Cluett, CD UNN - Local 144:Deb Lamb NTC CHS NIHB Program Supervisor t (Alt.) Wally Samuel J - \ members role is to provide employment and training programs which will The best serve the communities in the Nuu- chah -nulth Region. the in between STIFFING - I Harry enjoys occasional joke Arlene Bill has semen, translation duties at treaty and other meetings... Jack Cook is working in the position of Program Coordinator. work as de part-time Administrative Assistant in November 1997. John Clarkson was Is Comfort, dace inane idle setup and t ainingofslaff. Harry Lucas - Xiigags - started to learn phonetics in 1990 and quickly hireduna contract basis for mesh. BUDGET INFORMATION Safety & Style saw the opportunity that this opened up to regain our lost language. Taught The 1997/ 1998 budget for the NIMTCAMS is $ 3,125,916.The NETB/NTC by Tat Tatoosh and Bernice Touchie, Harry has been providing translation Important ',onion of the 1997/1998 budget is $ 1,562,958.00, which is half of the NUNTCAMS services for the NTC for three years now. in Your Choice budget The other half goes to the North Island Aboriginal Management Society. gwayaatukwaentq BUDGET of a Bathing believer in the therapeutic effects of language, Harry believes ka The Sounds When A firm Consolidated Revenue Funds (CRF) $947,776 "A revival System? strongly in rebuilding a strong language base in our communities. Employment Insurance (El) 464 247 7uu7uukwa7atha eatquu of our language is all important. Some linguists in our community are Total $1,412,023 The new Speaking Our Own Language concerned with absolute correctness but I believe that improvisation is Program Delivery 00 934 Aquatec Integra also important. It's better that we speak some form of the language than TOTAL: $1,562,950 offers all of this nothing. We should get together and work together to restore the popularity The Board meet throughout the summer to organize program and con- employment and ( projects of our native tongue. We need to get away NUMMAK" side policy and direction. In the Fall, the first and more! were approved and funds started to Flow to communities. The discussed and passed a motion to use $ 25.000 in CRF for Harry talks of how our language started to be lost in the 1800s, partly member Complete with a remote hand control and built in hand- an Individual Training Initiative Pilot Project, and approximately S 75,000 in because of trade and partly because of the later residential schools. His held shower. A variety of accessories make the Aquatec CRF funds to be targeted towards Youth Programming. grandfather Lawns was so proud of Harry's English but deep in his heart will Integra the most revolutionary bathing system. Approximately S 150,000 of Employment Insurance funds be tar- Harry knew that it was not something of which to be proud. geted to lob Creation Partnership projects for Fishing Industry Workers and com- munities affected by the poor fishing season. MEDICHAI Harry stems from the Hesquiaht, growing up in Queen's Cove and going to POLICY ISSUES school on Meares Island. Ile did not leave until he was nineteen years old. There were number of policy issues discussed by the board members to provide as well as the programs. MEDkruu Nana. now 2110 Northfield Road Nanalnuo BC Cardine Little and Kathy Robinson - long time colleagues He is one of fourteen brothers and sisters and his grandfather, consistent direction for the delivery of training costs. To pro- Ph. (250) 756-9875 Toll -Free 1-800. 667 -1406 aunties and uncles, all spoke nothing but Nuu -than-nulth. The primary goal for the NETS is to provide training and training vide the best possible use of the program funds, there is a strong message Poi all to providecon sharing for their proposal. Examplesafcarrslmvrg include, Ile claims to be a self -taught linguist and says that his greatest inspirations applicants Allowances and Daycare, Computer Purchases and Administrative Costs. HUGH M.G. BRAKER are Old Buffalo and Tim Paul as well as the elders that he has met over the The NETS is developing policies and procedures in other areas including. IF WE AREN'T SUPPOSED TO EAT ANU-4ALI... years. He says that he wants to speak for himself at the Assembly so "Fe Guidelines for reasonable training costs. min ta nahaas ququaa." Barrister & Solicitor Priorities for training. Participant Eligibility for veining. 5233 Hector Road Harry is optimistic about the future of our language as he sees children MINN DIEECIIONS He has three of his P.O. Box 1178, Port Alberni buying language tapes and written materials. children The Board is investigating longer term planning items including B.C. V95' 7M1 own and is very keen on using the computer fbrlrarncriptionand developing Individual training dollars for individuals not eligible for support through Social language tools. Assistance or Education or Project Funds. Phone: 723 -1993 Youth Programs. WHY ARE THEY ). --(ADE OF .k -TEAT? Fax: 723 -1994 Proud now to be a C'issanmh Harry looks forward to many more years as a Employment Insurance Programming. Personal injury litigation, including motor Designing programs specific to Nuu -chah -nulth identified training needs Reba ADVANCE APOLOGIES To ANY RUMMIES{ V(GETAR...ND translator, teacher and loyal Nuu -shah -nulth worker. comes though an NTC training school errerlege. vehicle accident injury claims ...Report by Chris Beddows Investigating NCN delivery straining %u %/hi firn, iTbl!

10 HA- SHILTH -SA m'aaniggsu 29 JANUARY 1998 m'aamiqsu 191 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA 11 _. i encourage someone to pursue a career as a Registered Professional MaMook Opportunities Forester and a Forestry Manager. They are searching for a person that will Aboriginal Population be committed to their education because it takes a minimum of seven years MaMook Development Corporation (MDC), opened its doors in to become a Registered Professional Forester. In return, MDC will Increase October 1997 and, with the hard work and dedication of its staff and commit itself to assisting the student in any way during their training and In 1990, Ontario had the largest proportion (23 of the registered Indian Board has eight job opportunities available. There are sio jobs will provide summer- to that person. 'The goal is to get our own people %) population, followed by British Columbia at 17%, Saskatchewan and available for Forestry ('reopen s and two for Heti- chasers. Hiring trained to run their own forestry company. Until our own people are trained, Manitoba at 15% each and Alberta at 12% By the year 2015, Ontario is preference will be given to the people the Central Region First we will need to look elsewhere for the needed expertise.' of projected to decline slightly to 22% but would continue to have the begot proportion Nations: Ahousahl, Hesquiaht, 77a -o- qui -aht, Toquaht und U luelet. A decrease to 15% is projected for British Columbia Perry will also be involved in the planned assessment/analysis of The largest gains in 2015 could be Saskatchewan with an increase to 17 %, MDC is owned by the five Central Region First Nations. It is a the human resources that are currently available in the Central Region. followed by Manitoba at 16 %and 13% for Alberta corporation whose mission is to 'identify, organize, negotiate and invest Their goal is to build a database for both MDC and the Central Region In 1995, the total Aboriginal population was comprised of 51 % females and in profitable business ventures and strategic projects as a means of gener- First Nations. Ile is also working on a 5 -year training plan for the Region. 49% males The Registered Indian population is young with 76% under 40 ating wealth and building a strong economic base for the Central Region years of age, evenly divided between males and females First Nations.' Included in their mission are plans to 'organize and ensure Don Blair is quite excited about MDC. 'Opportunities of Central The largest proportion of the total population was in the 5 to 9 age group at 11 % Based on data from the effective implementation of preemployment training and skills, tech- Region Communities am immense, MDC gives the Central Region the DIAND's Indian Register, as of December 31, 1995, the Registered Indian population totaled 593,050 persons. There were nical and management training, in order to maximize the benefits to the ability to interact with the various major business' in the area. MDC 608 bands at this time. members of Central Region First Nations from MDC ventures. operates with an open approach. We are here for the people and are open Note: Many statistics are from the 1991 Canadian Census, and the Aboriginal to ideas and suggestions, not only from the leadership, bu from all people. What Is the land area of reserves In B.C.? Peoples Survey (a follow-up ro the 1991 Census). Reserve land accounts MDC's beginnings go back to the 1993 protests over harvesting in I've never felt quite as welcomed as I have by the people here, it's almost for 0.36 per cent (343,741 hectares) of B.C.'s total land. B.C. reserves account for 13 per cent of the total area of Canadian reserves the Clayoquot Sound. From that confrontation came the establishment of like being at home in Saskatchewan. I look forward tomeeting more people What is the Aboriginal population in (2,684,448 hectares). the Scientific Panel that included not only scientists, but also First Nations the door is always open so please drop in or phone.' British Columbia? representatives that have first -hand, historic knowledge of the local According to Statistics Canada about five per cent of B.C.'s total population - resources. There was also the negotiation of the two -year Interim How many Aboriginal people live on almost 170,000 people - identify themselves as aboriginal Of these, 18,105 Measures Agreement (DMA land the subsequent Interim Measures Exten- define themselves as Metis and 1,325 define themselves as . these reserves? sion Agreement (IMEA). These agreements were negotiated between Twenty per cent of the national aboriginal population live in B.C. In 1991, 24 per cent the Aboriginal the Provincial Government and the Central Region Chiefs. Aboriginal people make up only 3.7 per cent of the total Canadian population. of population in B.C. lived on a reserve, B.C. has 12 per cent of Canada's total aboriginal population. down fron 28 per cent in 1986. During the negotiation of the IMEA, the Province insisted that there Approximately 170,000 of B.C.'s 3,300,000 people are Status and Non - BC is unique among the provinces in that aver 25 per cent of the population or would not be an extension of the agreement unless MacMillan Blonde! status Indians, which is about 5% of B.C.'s total population. Oust over half reserves do not have an Aboriginal ancestry. The majority of non -Aboriginal (MB) and the Central Regions First Nations commit to attempting the are Status Indians. people living on reserves are on land leased from the reserves. negotiation of a joint venture. MDC was created to be used as a vehicle In the 1991 census, 1,002,675 people in Canada reported aboriginal origins. for the Central Region There were 603,340 Status Indians in Canada in August 1996. First Nations in their joint venture with MB. MB ._Report by Chris Beddows and MDC have reached agreement on a joint venture. The name the of Iris Lucas from material supplied by First Peoples' Cultural Foundation joint venture is ?l'isaak Forest Products. ?l'isaak Forest Products is only What percentage of BC'S Aboriginal one project that MDC is involved with people are youth? MDC staff have extended their logo contest to February 28/98. Call Of Me 170,000 Aboriginal people in the province over 35 per cent are under 15 Iris Lucas ai MDC, ( 50) 724 -5344 for details The staff are also making years of age. This compares to 19 per cent of the non -Aboriginal population. a request to interested parties: Their walls are woefully bare and they are Fifty -seen per cent of aboriginal people in B.C. are under 24 years of age. The 9 KUU -US CRISIS looking for artwork to borrow or to sell on behalf of the artist. Interested aboriginal youth population is the fastest growing demographic group in the province. LINE SOCIETY parties may contact MDC staff at the above number. This is the reverse of the elderly population. Aboriginals 55 years of age and 24 HOURS Report by Central Region Reporter Denise Ambrose over constitute only 7 per ant of BC's aboriginal population whilenon- Abuiginal * A CRISIS CALL peopkoverdmageof55 ace°.foralmost23 percartofdre non -Aboriginal population. IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING ADULT LIME 723.30 TEEN LIME 723.206/1 LO LIKE rowoeOnreaa CALL testa Double Birthday for What are the most frequently spoken 1-800488-8717 TogTon Free in Canada aboriginal languages In B.C.? maroon.. e ti. "The Youngsters!" There are four language groups that account for over 85 per cent of the Aborigi- nal languages spoken in BC. The Aboriginal population reporting an Aboriginal mother tongue (defined as the fast language learned in childhood and still understood): 4Jr.n Hlair Athapaskan (including Cahier and Chilcotin) - 27.3 per cent MDC General Manager, Don Blair, says that progress in MDC is A reminder to all current NTC Post Secondary (P /S) students and to any Wakashan (including Kwakwela and Nootka) - 23.6 per cent moving along at a good pace. 'We are in the midst of planning for 1998 Nun shah hula, considering starting P/S studies in September 1998: Salish - 20.7 per cent and hope to make positive announcements in February or March with Algonquian (including Cree and Ojibway) - respect to where we are at in development.' 14 per cent The deadline for complete NTC POST SECONDARY FUNDING Amerindian 8. 1 % APPLICATIONS to be received by your First Nation or the NTC Office is 2.5% The MDC office is located Pon JANUARY 31st, 1998 in Alberni but, says Blair, they Haida 1.4% hope to relocate . to the west coast in the near future. In the meantime, Don 1.1% Please note that other documents, listed in the application cover letter, must and his staff, Iris Lucas, Director of Administration, and Jerry Perry, Inuktitut 0.5% also be sent in with the application for the P/S application package to be Human Resources Director, will soon be traveling to the Central Region Dakota 0.4% complete. Incomplete NTC P/S application packages received right at the Communities to introduce themselves to the people. Iroquoian 0.2% deadline will be returned. 0. I%

We strongly recommend that new NTC P/S applicants send in their How many Bands are there In application packages to the NTC, ASAP, so that we have time to ensure that British Columbia? the application package is complete and have enough lime to notify There are 197 First Nation Bands in British Columbia, or approximately 33% of applicants of other documents needed, if necessary. Canada's 609 bands. (This information subject to change - please contact Indian and Northern Affairs Canada for the most cunt information). Continuing NTC P/S students should send in the P/S application package as soon as the Fall 97 grades are available in early January.

How many Tribal Councils are there in Both from Chiefs' motions and P/S Appeal Committee decisions, than will be no British Columbia? exceptions to the Memo 31st P/S application deadline to please do not delay. GJ There are 31 Tribal Councils in the province. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call Kelly Johnsen, the NTC How many reserves are there In P/S Counsellor or me at the Tribal Council, (2S0) 724 -5757. Jerry Perry is charged with the responsibility of working with the British Columbia? Central Region people, to help where slab Thompson needed to develop skills, knowledge At the recent Treaty Planning Meeting in Port Alberni, Cliff BC has approximately 1,650 or 72 per cent of Canada's 2,300 reserves. Many of C% and `Manager, Fducation Pragramme abilities to do the work that MDC will be creating. MDC's plan for presented a birthday cake to Shawn Atleo and Rene Perpick who the reserves are small and only one -quarter were occupied in 1991. some of the successful applicants of the newly -created forestry jobs is to celebrated their birthdays that day. m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA I3 1 Z HA-SHILTH-SA m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 Developing our Forests Women Warned about KUU -US CRISIS LINE Nootka Forestry & Western Forest Products Ltd jointly submit Rape Drug 1998 - 2002 Forest Development Plan Viewing in the Community. Tsaxana The KUU -US CRISIS LINE is a VICTORIA- Reports that rape drug is being used in B.C. have prompted confidential twenty -four hour the provincial government to launch a public awareness campaign, service which problem solves with its callers and gives the On January 20, 1998, members of the Tswana Community came Women's Equality Minster Sue Hammel' said today. appropriate referrals based on the needs of a caller. to the public viewing of Nootka First Nations Forest Product Ltd., Forest Development Plan. The viewing took place at the Mowachaht/Muchalaht Rohypnol, latest in The Crisis Line operates twenty-four hours a day, seven in the and Council Chambers. Both Nootka Sexual assault of the rape drug circulation, is its Administration Building Chief days a week. For the past 3 years the Crisis Line has serviced a features, said I lammell. It's odorless, colorless and tasteless when slipped Forestry and Western Forest Products Ltd., formerly known as Pacific Forest eq wide geographical area which includes Port Alberni, Bamfield, representatives. into beer or other drinks. It leaves its victim in a drunken state without any Products, were on site with their the West Coast, etc. The Crisis Line is manned by both adult and These plans show the location and orderly development of memory of what happened. Rape drugs intoxicate a victim, remove her memories teen volunteers. proposed harvesting. This also included information on the maintenance inhibitions against a sexual assault and erase all of the encounter. values in the area. All approved Sheila Davey showing Wilfred Andrew the Five Year and protection of other resource a The Crisis Line Operates both a Teen Line which can be plans that encompass the development Development Plan "So far, we have no confirmed use of this illegal drag, but anecdotal evi- operational plans and higher -level _- reached 723 -2040 and an Adult Line which can dence is increasing. With this drug, a woman doesn't suspect that she has be reached at areas are also provided. 723 -4050. The Crisis Line also offers a toll free number for long First Nations Forest Products been assaulted until much later when she tries to piece together the I asked Larry Andrews, the Nootka distance callers. Ltd. representative, what the significance of this viewing was and he encounter," said Hammell. "If a woman vaguely suspects that she has replied, "Bylaw were are supposed to show the public what our plans are. been drugged and sexually assaulted, she should talk to .counsellor, sexual The people are invited to look at the plans. Ar this time they have the assault centre or police about it." o opportunity to make comments. They have 60 days to write la the Ministry of Forestry, and to us, with the suggested changes. We will take these Hammell suggested that women and men take extra care to protect them- comments into consideration for our proposal" selves. "Don't take a drink from someone you don't know or trust; don't Both companies have been busy in displaying their Development put your drink down where you can't see it; wherever possible open drinks Plans in the surrounding communities They have been inZebatlos, Tahsis, yourself." Campbell River, Gold River and this was their day in our local commu- nity. Sheila Savoy showed Wilfred Andrews (and others) the different Friends can help look out for each other. areas Nootka Forestry will be working in. She described the areas with the Symptoms may include slurred speech, WOMEN'S ADULT SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE corresponding years, that is year 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 & 2002. She impairedj udgementand difficulty walk- PROGRAM created the maps for Nootka First Nations Forest Products Ltd. Her ing. Some people are easily irritated and CENTRE talents as a G.I.S. Technician is shown throughout her work within the may have angry outbursts with little THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO OFFER INDIVIDUAL Nootka Forestry. Pat James& Hervey Mark examined theplansthatNootka provocation. Some people report AND GROUP COUNSELLING TO WOMEN WHO HAVE First Nations Forest Products Ltd. detailed at the meeting. personality changes and may participate SURVIVED CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE, SPOUSAL The comments they received were all positive. There seems to be - in activities such as stealing or fighting. - Library AND BATTERING, AND SEXUAL what the forestry companies are doing. And ABUSE ASSAULT. slot more people interested in - Workshops the people are grateful for the opportunity to view these plans. Rohypnol is in the benzodiazepine Both companies presented information pertaining to the proposed r family of drugs, as are Valium, Haloion, - Newsletter PHONE 724 -7111 FOR APPOINTMENTS activities in the Northern Region and the information on the maps is straight Librium and )Lanai. It has various street - Volunteer Program WITH BERNADETTE HALES. names: Roofies, La Roche, Rockies, 02, forward. Both representatives described, in detail, what is on the maps - Noon Hour and were eager to answer any questions. Pat James and Harvey Mark reviewing the Plan Rib, Rope, Rophics, Roban, Mind Report by Northern Region Reporter Dana Micro, Eraser, Forget Pill and Party poppers. Presentations The pills am round, white and slightly smaller than an aspirin. They contain WOMEN'S Contact us CHILDREN WHO Drug Problem? the name "Roth" and an encircled one two (1 at 724-7111 EMERGENCY We Can Help! or or 2) on one side. A single or WITNESS BINGO! cross score appears on the other side. ABUSE SHELTER Q The public can get more information CALL from the ministry's web site at Into:// COUNSELLING Narcotics Anonymous. w weq. goy .bc.ca and from local PROGRAM IS Attention BINGO Players! women's organizations. SEXUAL ABUSE ABUSE 1 -888- 265 -7333 Tel: Contact. Shannon Holms, Communica- COUNSELLING Emotional There is a $2,000.00 BINGO in Ahousaht on Saturday, lions Manager FOR CHILDREN AND February 21, 1998. (Phone: (250) 356 -5879) FOR CHILDREN ADOLESCENTS WHO Physical We start selling our BINGO papers at 1:00 p.m. and our early ALPORT INSURANCE bird starts at 2:00 p.m. at the T -Bird Hall. Proceeds go to the Raven's AND TEENS HAVE EXPERIENCED Sexual Basketball Team. Len & Lani Lacombe SERIOUS FAMILY The Spirit of Maagtusiis will be leaving Tofino and Opitsaht CONFLICTS (SUCH Verbal at: 11:30 a.m., Sat. Feb. 21/98 and will be returning to Tofino after the Home Tenants Boat AND BINGO is over. Our BINGO Club pays one way - back to Tofino or Commercial Life Travel INDIVIDUAL AS ABUSE OF THEIR Opitsaht. GROUP COUNSELLING MOTHERS) There are 20 regular games plus early bird, 2n° special and the (250) 723-2545 TRANSITION Reno blackout and the $2,000.00 Texas Blackout Game, also new will OlUf brpiIafnl be the winner take all game which will be before the early bird game. Individual and group (250) 723-4585 HOUSE You must be 19 years or older to play or be with your parent or 3767 - 10TH AVENUE PLAZA FAX # Phone 724-7111 counselling guardian. PORT ALBERNI WOMEN'S RESOURCES Our last winner was John "Brown" Campbell, who won the Your Hosts for appointments SOCIETY Phone 724 -7111 for CALL - WE ARE big Jackpot all by himself and added at $100.00 to the $1,000.00 Paul and 1~dr Dewy With chanty BINGO donation to the Suns Basketball team. Choo Klay'coe with two bedroom kitchen suites 3048 Avenue, Alberni, appointments AVAILABLE 24 John Brown. Everyone is most welcome to come and try your luck, a One and Mr Pon B.C. KAREN HAASE Bus VW 2E3 la of socializing also happens at these BINGOS, bake sales, 50/50 Steeping units. Competitive rates. Near NENE City Bus Routes. Situated close Tel: (250) 724 -7111 HOURS A DAY draws, raffles are welcome and there is a concession stand by Roseau Station and on Maht Mahs Gym e -mail: pawrs(o)anowsmith.net VAN VOLSEN John to Alberni Athletic Hall and 5279 River Road 724 -2223 For more information call Corby at (250) 670 -9558. Port Abri'. B.C. lblapho:er (205.0) 789-a23e VT( 9r3 14 HA- SHILTH -SA m'aamigsu 29 JANUARY 1998 m'aamigsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA 15 RA- HO -PAYUK LANGUAGE COURSE In Loving Memory of In Memory of POETS' CORNER North Island College, in full partnership with Ha -Ho -Payuk School, has Jessie Webster (Mom) undertaken a new challenge; the teaching and learning of the Nuu -chah- Dion Elsa Louise Fred L)% l-¡J January 17, 1992 nulth language in a college setting. North Island College's greatest wish August 20 1978 - February 4 1996 dfoa Jo gi2a lO1rE is that the goals of both institutions be met in a satisfactory manner. We r -r feel that the inclusion of the Numehah language course a To love you -null; will be great attribute to the already diverse curriculum of North Island College, Is to know while, at the same time, allowing Ha- Io -Payuk to reach a greater To know you number of people, both native and non -native. We are certain the Is to understand you that unique curriculum, capable instructors, and experienced elders To understand you will complement the resource and facilities of North Island College. Is to talk to you Td talk to you t Goals: The primary goal of the introductory language is Is to let out your feelings course Do not stand at my grave and weep, to gain a beginners understanding of Nuu- chah- nulth. To let out your feelings 1 am not there; I do not sleep. This includes oral and written narrative as well reading Two years have Is to trust you as I am a thousand winds that blow, passed skills. Since we seen your smiting face To trust you I am the diamond glints on snow, Seems like just yesterday I am the sunlight on Is to find love forever ripened grain, Listening to family and friends Scheduling: Start date was January 9, 1998 I am the gentle autumn's rain. talk about moments that they had shared with you rl Frank When you awaken in the morning's hush, These moments are Special memories Duration is 16 weeks I am the swift, uplifting rush for anyone who shared apart of your life There is not one minute the day that passes by Thu pores is dedicated wall of those peopio who have through the Choices Of quiet birds in circled Bight. f gone where arse not thinking afyaa program and also have gone through any kind of treatment at home or from Three hours per week, scheduled on Friday 9 awy morning, -12 I the am soft star that shines at Night The good times you've home, also to the physically challenged people. made us smile Do not stand at my grave and cry, The had times you've made va worry Tuition and: Tuition - LIFE - CHOICES $118.50 I am not there.) did not die. You brought laughter Life is so full, of man, choices Book Fees Student Association fee - $ 4.35 You brought sadness There are some to you brought worry and pain who choose be kind. Books - S 25.00 We love you "Mom" toll It seems that there are any sharp voices, "We Mirk You Dion° We never seem to understand the human There ore times ore wish you were here mind (Ifstudents have not applied ro North Island College before, a Love from son, daughters and grandchildren just to hear your voice and mope. smile completed application form and payment So diverse is the family of man of a S 25.00 application Hudson, Rhoda, Hilda, Lit. Hear your words as always That wars have been declared, for what' fee is required) "Ir' okay; You'll be alright" Well I say 'In Gods name., could ban, The memories will any with us forever All the many forms of violence, just say cat! Instructors: Linda Watts & Angeline Joe As family andfrieds will share In Memory Of special momenta ofyour life Holy wan could never be explained "WE MISS YOU DION^ Please direct your inquiries Eugene George I myself would never kill in the name of God to: Gus Did not enough people have complained? Mac Newton, Assistant Coordinator, First Nations Education, Sept. 2nd 1973 - January I7th 1993 Love always Mom, Lanny, That war should never ever get the Nod! North Island College Tel. 724 -8746 i Janine, Mary, and Derrick Or Society demands that violence he not, Jane Jones, Cultural Education Coordinator, Ha -Ho -Payuk School, Yet we allow declarations of war. Tel. 724 -5542 By lenders who would never rarer be caught, In front lines, always ask for more. /7- Choices, be it right or wrong, "OUR BROTHER" Do not make us good or bad My brother, your brother, our brother who Even as we could but sing a different song, Thank you to everyone It is but how we touched our lives in a way we cant absorb which makes us glad or sad. for all your support. describe.

It is but a frame We a of mind Mal could make or break a spirit hope you have All we know is he will always be in our It is but a thought not shared can that keep us apart. great '981 hearts and our minds. Yet when given the chance to heal we never ever get to clear it If and but or maybe are little words- for some of us not to start Thanks again from His spirit left us with heartfelt feelings and But hold it, Mere are many many who have decided to go Deb's Flair Boutique. heartfelt memories. To the choices programs and have gone on to become so free. II was talking for the many others for whom the answer was no, Each and every one of us has a special memory Choices are just that, some say go, some say no, we must all agree. we'll always treasure forever. Corbett George, Ahousahr First Nations Those memories are special to our growing This 'r lives because they'll always be there. is dedicated to my mom ".Shirley John" and my dad "George John .h' "the lass of their son may years ago. but still not ever forgotten. We are forever scarred for what we had Brooke Thomas John to deal with in the past years, and years to come. March 29,1965 - Left us - October 5th, 1980 L.S.C. THUNDER When we lost Eugene we lost a pan of "Gone but not Forgotten a dear son and Brother.. 2ND ANNUAL SR. MENS ALL NATIVE BALLHOCKEY TOURNAMENT ourselves. On this day we all stand together__ For worse or even a little better_ JAN. 30th, 31st & FEB Ist, 1998 He took something from us, but he left, Mal On this day 17 years ago you left us... Mahr Mahs An Ron H. made that nice big cross, Gym Port Alberni Dan Legg, C.G.A. We pulled through a very tough part of our For we will never forget what had to be done... Prize Money Trophies lives and we always Jay R. Norton, F.C.G.A. For easy ands avis en fun, Ist - $1000.00 did it together and forever. I sit ' and wonder tall day, as the door opens 2nd - $500.00 Based On 8 Teams still thinking you u will walk in and say hi mom, Entry Fee/$300.00 It still is tough and rough but we're dealing or where is mom and dad? with amongst one another for our beloved Degruchy, Norton & Co., We miss you I dear brother, how I wonder how, be Contact - Ives Sam - Work - or 723 brother Eugene George Gus. it would like to have you around once again. 724 -1310 Home - -8950 Certified General Accountants You are in our hearts, body and mind.... Richard Sam - Work - 724-5757 or Home- 723 -8503 Forever remembered always by your family and friends, who still 2nd Floor. .145 Gertrude Street., Love forever and always. remember Bus: (250) 710.0185 BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW! you to this day (Mom, brothers, sisters, cousins, Port Alberni, B.C. your sate, Carol R. John Fax: (250) 729,999 grandparents, nephews, friends). V9Y 6,17 r All1=11111111111111 ` p ori , r a r rfOA 29 .. io HA- SHILTH -SA m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 m'aamiqsu JANUARY 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA v

this was also a couples program and again I chose the black road and lost every- MAILING HA- SHILTH -SA TO MEMBERS MY UNBEARABLE FEAR thing. Two beautiful children fell victim to my choice of alcohol and drugs. I Attention Ha- Shilth -Sa is looking for address. Nuu Ahousaht Band Members have lost my children and they were made permanent wards of the court. At that of -chat -ninth This is my life experiences of what I learned.] on ERNEST RONALD embers who are NOT receiving the paper. Ha- Shiro -5a is If you have any events that happen in your life such as time my heart was completely gone and I was very sad... CHESTER JR. I am Huu-ay -aht from Nuu- chah -nulth territory. I am 27 years free for all Nuuchah -nulth membership. If you want to receive marriage, divorce, birth, death, name change and especially At that time 1 really felt things in my life were improving and going Ha- Shilth -Sit please send young and I have teamed much about choices, alcohol, drugs, crime and the name (including year middle name)tc "transfers" please the good, so well in fact my went back the notify Ahousaht Band. mind to very poison that destroyed me. Ha- Shilth -Sa black road. The last When you submit your documents to the Nuu -shah treatment centre I attended was a First Nations Family treatment centre P.O. Box 1383 -nulth I was brought up in an alcoholic, as well as an abusive home, that seems Tribal Council office it is just as based on Home territory. I really did not want to go and I was very optimistic for Pon Alberni, B.C. important to submit these our First Nations people, I am one of many of our people to I was documents to the Ahousaht getting to the point where 1 was sick of being in and out of treatment V9Y 7M2 Band. expo once the white man's disease, that word alone had indeed taken all of what centres. Me, my wife and our two sons have gone for six weeks. Name: My office hours are Tuesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. till I believed in.... Me. Address: That was a spiritual awakening for me and I learning lot about myself 12:00: noon. You can contact Robert Allee at the Ahousaht Band Now the choices I have made in life were not great and so I walked the COT and being a family for the first time in my life and it was like a dream come true, Office. lived and black road.] dwelled negatively and alcohol and drugs was my power, a family Postal Code: $ without alcohol and drugs or violence. Phone (250) 670 -9531 or (250) my master, and my Best friends. My unhealthy Spirit believed that drugs gave First Nation: fax 670 -9696. I also had the honour to learn some traditions from home and tackled me self- esteem, dolt- aceepunce. self-worth, made me feel loved and that I was (you meet enter your First Nation to be on Our /w) some of my greatest, .!fell that untolemble and untouchable and invincible, on top of Mather Earth and everybody else was below me. I was always right I felt I could not take it anymore. regardless of what anyone thought.' would blame and assume There I have learned about the sacred sweat lodge and and make judgements upon others. Important Notice To All People traditional teachings from our people as well as our ciders. Smudg. 1112- -Sq. 1 Shiltt As sick as am, alcohol and drugs were my only cure ing a of was always pan way I Ditidaht of our of cleaning ourselves, and I (Nitinaht) Ancestry and solution to life's problems, my so called Best friends gave discovered myself. My two boys came home with us and this me a belief that I am O.K. and everything was normal and not long ago, my family was at home, thing's were going great The Diridaht (Nitinaht) Nation is in the process of negotiating a Treaty. It le knew- everybody else was doing the same not I like to if worse. refer tant that all persons of Ditidaht Ancestry identify themselves in to / again, this relieved my spirit, my mind, my body, II felt like a order participate My Best Friends as alcohol and drugs, that's what I thought and benefit from the Treaty. proud father, proud son, proud to be human... they were and I personally never thought I would bail out on them, It all fell apart rapidly at the speed of light; again I fell to well, I have deserted My Best Friend and I thought "Man... alter Anyone who Is nor already a Registered Member of Ditidaht should immediately despair, hate, and blame, back to the Black Road once again. To all that commitment and devotion" All Ehattesaht Membership contact the Daidoh Treaty Coordinator in Naneimo. Now that I teamed that time and time again, all I over needed My negative desires have taken me to the bitter end for Tel: (250) 755-7824 or loll -free at I- 800 -997 -3799. was help and not to be afraid to humbly ask for Help from our The Ehattesaht band would my choices have lead me to lose everything, myself, my wife Office like you to phone or mail in your current Creator... address and phone number in order and my children. I was so far in, my heart stopped caring, my to keep you updated on any hand business I can Today, reflect the life I used to live and after all II or meetings to be soul was drowned, my spirit was gone, my mind was inane.) held. Thank you. Our address is: ATTENTION HUU- AY -AHT BAND MEMBERS learned a lot of good and bad. My problem was that I could not loved no more, not even Myself. Now my very Best of Friends Ehaaesahl Band Office accept that lam capable of being, caring, that as many times as P.O. had to take all and everything and I mean the whole thing, even Box 59 We need your address. it takes and believe me, the black road took all for me to realize Zeballos, B.C. my inside and what I see outside. The choices I made to pick Please call the Huu- ay -aht Band Office at that living for tomorrow worrying I and about what did yester- VOP friends was not all great, for I was completely defeated as well as devastated and 2A0 1-888 -644 -4555 day takes up all of my today! where were my Best Friends! Phone: (250) 761 -4155 present or And this day I am in prison and my boys are back in care of the Fax: They were in all bars, clubs, lounges. .strut corners and alley's (250)761 -4156 Ministry for Children and Familien. We are currently separated, two my Huu-ay -aht Treaty Office at and even on of older at home or the streets. It did not matter where 1 went in my life, just children are permanent wards of the court and the Ministry is applying for a (250) 723 -0100 as long as !could have that drink or that toke or hit of LSD, mushrooms, cocaine, To All Ehattesaht Membership permanent placement for my two youngest boys. The court is still proceeding uppers, downers, anything as easy way out. I did not even consider any conse- Hello to you all. I am the Ehattesaht and and a decision will be made. Secretary the Ehattesaht quences nor CLINICAL COUNSELLOR/PROGRAM COORDINATOR responsibility for Me as well as others, cause I really did not care. Membership Clerk. Please get all your new babies registered. If you would This here is only what I have experienced in a matter of not more than All that was just to take away reality and the pain, which I could not like your children registered,' will need your child's large birth certificate, five years and 1 hope that I can encourage anyone who wants to change their life Kakawis Fam ily Development Centre is searching far n Clinical Counsellor/ Program face. Now all that has went on in my life- had decisions, wrong choices have and you will need to sign a consent form that you are requesting your child to around, its never too late. There's always a chance to change the things you can. Coordinator. The successful candidate will work under the direction of a voluntary always lead me to blame the world and get even with others. In my unhealthy be registered under your band number. I hope to be hearing from you. You just have to believe in yourself with eternal love. Board of Directors and the Executive Director. mind I chose booze over my own children, my own flesh and blood, my, what From Loraine John The Black Road is what I used to believe in, "hate, anger, violence, crime, used to be, relationship, the giver of life, my entire world, My wife, I also gave Preference wilily, given to candidates with the following qualifications: alcohol, drugs, lying, disrespect, blame, money, jealousy, shame, all negativity 1 up on Myself welcome into my life, that's all I was used to was not believing in me ". I grew tired of trying to do so good in ways that I would and could help Graduate or Post Graduate Level of Education in Clinical I Counselling Now we all have choices in life and we all deserve a chance of a good life I Psychology or everyone else before Me. I have been to treatment centres four times. The equivalent first without booze and drugs. Without it, l have and I am learning self- respect, self- Knowledge and in First time, I'll admit that II was not ready for recovery being the I could experience working with Nations first time, not cceptance, self-worth, self-love. courage, our Creator, Mother Earth, warmth,, Knowledge of treatment Issues including sexual abuse and grasp what was being taught tome. "THAT DRINKING WAS NOT offenders issues learning to smile, and to laugh, to cry, even pray for thanks, guidance, and to Administrative experience The second time around I felt forced to do things for myself and that accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the Ability to coordinate, supervise and be a team member made me a worse alcoholic. That was quite an experience for was a couples 12 marbles to know the difference. Maaqtusiis Flexibility is essential step program, that was a great introductory and lesson in the AA program and I Suns Annual still not was ready for the Red Road. The third time 1 really believed that I May Our Circle Grow Stronger and Re- Unire, Embrace One Another. Angus Campbell Jr. All staff are required to be abstinent from alcohol and drugs deserved a chance in life, 42 days seemed like a short time to get back on tack, All My Relations To You All! Please submit your letter ofapplicationand resume bylanuary 30, 1998 a 4:00 p.m. to: Memorial The Personnel Committee balsas ,. Family Development Centre Basketball Tournament P.O. Box17 FOR MEN TO THINK Torino. British Columbia ABOUT... :' 1998 VOR 2Z0 Not all men are abusive, however statistics show clearly that men perpetu- Have traditional ideas about what men and omen should be and should or fax to(250) 725 -4285 ate most violence towards women. Men CAN stop violence against women! do. For example, you believe that it is the male role to make the final Maagtusiis Gym - Ahousat All alai... who have been short -heed are subject to a Five Courageous Things Men Can Do To mandatory criminal record search and Help Stop Violence Against Women) decision, or control the money, or choose her friends or activities. January lOOm ils & February 1st, psychological testing. I . Interrupt sexist or demeaning language or jokes. Are protective of your partner to the point of being controlling. 1998 2. Insist that revealing pictures of women be removed from your work- Make threats about hitting her, her friends or pets, or shout killing Entry Fee - $200.00 place. yourself or have thrown or deliberately broken things. TSESHAHT 3. If you know a man who has broken things, yelled threats, or physically a Have ever hit her, no matter how sorry you were afterwards. There will be all -stan sweatshirts assaulted his girlfriend or wife, let him know that this kind of 11 behavior (For some people) were physically or emotionally abused by a parent and trophy awards I ", 2. & 3" MARKET & ED usually only gets worse and strongly encourage him to get counseling. and/or have a father or stepfather who abuses (or abused) your mother. place, plus individual trophy 4. Fla.. IL loin others in our communities to insist that police lay charges in ForaH4 -354) all IF YOU ARE WILLING TO LOCK AT YOUR BEHAVIOR, YOU SHOULD CORSEER: awards. = GAS cases of assault against women. BAR a You are not alone. Many men have a problem and use violence or the 5. Support other men Serving the Nuu -choh -nulth people and the community of who stand up for women's equality and safety to threat of violence to control women's behavior. Concession stand will have lots of promote a courageous masculinity that upholds respect and rejects a Port Alberni for nearly 20 years vio- You need to take responsibility for your own behavior. Your women - seafood's... crabs, salmon, fish's lence. friend or wife does not make you hit her. chips, kwakmus, duck soup & Open for groceries, full service gas, Chester Chicken, Reprinted from the Westcoast Men Against Violence, Tfno Your violence will increase if you don't take action to stop it. clams. HAVE You hot snacks, tobacco products and so much more YOU CONSIDERED THE EFFECTS OF YOUR BEHAVIOR, IF YOU: may destroy your relationship or seriously injure someone you care about. Am excessively jealous of your women friend or wife. Blaming your violence on drugs, alcohol, or sickness and apologizing For more information call. Harvey Watch out for our Breakfast Specials at the Criticize what she wears or does. after the violence will not solve your problem. or Doris Robinson at 25- 670 -9593. end of every month! Sulk silently when upset. Physical violence and threats are crimes. You face fines or imprison- Like to some her by driving fast or doing reckless things. ment, if convicted. lawman Become very angry about trivial things or have an explosive gat temper. You can begin to change the way you act with the support of cmLuo Wrethe War Conn Are often depressed FRM or withdrawn but won't talk about your feelings. community resources. RIED.1P^ i can nor err Become angry or violent when using alcohol or drugs. Courtesy of Women's Center, Port Alberni Sc 7)/r'

18 HA-SHILTH-SA m'aamigsu 29 JANUARY 1998 m'aamiqsu 29 JANUARY 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA 19 believe what others say about him. If a boy is yelled at a lot and told he is _ _ _ moor NOT a "bad boy ", he will live up to this image. This is not the Nuu- chah -nulth CHRIS BEDDOWS, SPANKING WAS HA- SHILTH-SA way, it does not show respect for the child and it does not teach respect. THE NUU- CHAH -NULTH WAY EDITOR -MANAGER Remember you are responsible for the gift the creator has given you. a0?© SOUTHERN REGION Raising a child means taking care of his spiritual and emotional need as -L. REPORTER The tribes that lived along the coast hundreds of years ago all shared well as his physical needs. Teach him to respect himself, others and P.O. Box 1353 certain beliefs about children. All Nuu -chah -nulth vibes paid close Pan 7M2 nature. t! Alberni, B.C. V9Y attention to how children behaved naturally. This was all pan of Phone: 724 -5757 the holistic view of life, for the people watched all forms of nature. The 4 Fax: 725-0463 The Nuu-chah -nulth knew children grew into responsibilities and needed mail. cbeddaws®island.net old ways were based on the lessons that nature taught. The Nuu -chah- time and practice to team. They believed in teaching children when they CONGRATULATIONS! Please give advance notice if you nulth did everything in harmony with nature. This was different form the were ready to be taught. This was not a matter of age, but had more to do want important events covered. beliefs of Europeans. - Happy Birthday to my cousins with the individual. The Nuu -chap -nulth were patient, caring people and Gene & link Hayes on Feb. 46 my CLASSIFIED they knew children wanted to be good. auntie Margie Kivell on Feb. 7 "; my DENISE AMBROSE, European view of nature is to control it, take advantage of it, and The husband Chuck on Feb. 16 "; my nephew HA-SHILTH -SA CENTRAL make a profit Pone it. This is also how they looked at children. For a very Hyacinth on Feb. T36; my sister Elaine Tree Topping REGION REPORTER Residential schools have taught the Nuu -chah -nulth long time the Europeans saw children as being and my niece Marcia on Feb. 246; and & Pruning General Delivery to use hitting and shaming to discipline children. It Tonne. B.C. property. This is why laws had to be made to protect my son Frank Lee on Feb. 27". I love Phone (250) 724 -6277 is time to break this cycle of abuse. It is up to the you all, good Phone: 725 -2120 used as in and lave one! From Doll C Reasonable Rates children from being workers factories 725 -2110 new generation to teach their children respect and Happy Birthday to son, Richard Dave Georg Fax: mines. Please if you want responsibility. M. Thomas m Jan. 8 "; to granddaughter give advance notice Amber John on Jan 126, enjoy your important events covered. The Nuu -chah -nulth always believed children should special day!: to granddaughter Carla Talk to your child, especially at meal times. Tell he mam4MN, be raised with respect. Respect was the most impor- Webster; Happy I is Anniversary to sis e' i.. her what your expect from her. Give her praise when Hilda & Roye John on Jan. 10", enjoy tant value in the traditions of Nuu- chah -nulth people. Wishing Derrick Keenan Ulri she does as you say. When she does not listen to your day; Congratulations to Traci and To teach this value the ancestors showed respect to a happy 10" Birthday "your'e still my welcome baby Daytwon- 7lbs 2 oz. you, give her a choice. "If you don't, they you most handsomest ". Love Mom the children as well as to other people, nature and the From Lx Webster. rd...,..C..-w,.r.-M.r. go to your room (or miss TV, or not ride your bike, supernatural. Eleanor Nicolaye of Kyuquot said; Happy 23" Birthday Sherry Happy Birthday Mom etc.)." Respect your child's choice, but follow "Marcy" Ha-Shilth-Sa "Children are a reflection of the example you chose Livingstone mind, 234 Vincent on Feb 7th. Love Iron Josh, Ryan & to be." through. If she does not listen send her to her room McDougall on Feb. 14 *Darrell Ross Seen Baby Jasina Jack FOR SALE right away. Do not argue, hit, or shame. If she Feb. IS". F Mwn-GrmidnwSir and 6 Mercury O.B. Motor, 135 H.P., E.L.S. \Subscriptions, Grandpa/Bra. Gemgim& CyrilLncoostare Below dealer cost $8,800. Phone Rick Children were taught respect by being respected and complains, tell her it was her choice. Pal Andy 4 Dave wren andfamily. 250 -670 -9657 or 254725 -3735 p.m. not being treated with harshness. It was the Nuu -chah -nulth belief that Happy Birthday to our nephew Being finn and gentle is a "new way of thinking" for the Malt- Mahtl -Ney. cruelty would kill the potential of the child. There was no hitting in the John Frank on Jan. 2.6; to my other FOR SALE ADDRESS CHANGES It is baud on research over the last 30 years. But this is an old belief of the mother Marilyn Brown on Jan. 24; to traditional ways of raising children. Carvings made to order. G. Nookemis. FOR THE Nuu -chap- nulth, based on hundreds of years of watching and studying Grandma Marilyn on Jan. 24; to auntie & Phone 723 -4404. Grandma Ida Brown on Ian. 3 ^; to auntie HA- SHILTH -SA "One of the common sayings passed on to parents used to be, 'There is children. and Grandma Millie Brown on Jan. 55; to FOR SALE MAILING LIST power of evil in the palm of your hand. Evil has a lot of power. Don't ever my bra Benjl Brown on Jan. 86; to our ...Report by Marc Lalonde For sale or made to order silver rings, use the palm of your hand to punish your child' Roy Haiyupis, May, 1990. uncle Benji on lan. 8 "; to auntie and bracelets, pendants, broaches, earrings ( Worker Grandma a Should be directed to Senior Infant Development Sindrë Br0 affPi/ j'ad "f56; to and bolo ties. Tan Taylor, 1034 Emote my baby sister and auntie Man le on Place, Port Albemi, B.C., V9Y 7L7, Annie Watts This makes a great deal of sense, because children are spanked when adults Happy 9 h Birthday to my daughter, Jan. 176; to my dad and grandpa Dennis Phone: 723 -8170. Office Manager have lost control. Anger is directing the adult's actions. Think about it. Martin on tan 24"; thank you for raising Sheens Gale Charleron, Love you girl! Love always mom, Deb Boning. An adult spanks a child because he is at his limits and is upset. "I'll teach me most of my lire.' love you dad & so FOR SALE P.O. Box 1383 Happy Birthday to Sheens. From her you not to do that." The truth is, spanking does not teach discipline or do your grandchildren; to my cousin Native designed jewellery on gold or sister. Linda Marie Lambert Pon Alberni, B.C. respect It may relieve some of the parent's frustration, but it does not deal Sonny Bob on Jan. 27"; to our uncle silver; rings earrings, bracelets, pendants Sonny on Jan. 276; to my cousin Ryan & Happy Birthday mom grandma Gloria on V9Y 7M2 with the problem. by Gideon Smith.. Phone 923 -3550. Uncle Ryan an Jan. 29". Love Trash January 25, 1998. Hope you enjoy your Phone: 724 -5757 AHOUSAHT FIRST NATIONS CANOE QUEST Darrell Jolene, Johnny. day. Love your grandchildren Dwight FOR SALE Fax: 723 -0463 Unfortunately, is Natasha, Richard Brian it too easy to get carried away with spanking a child. August 13th,14th & 15th, 1999 and Native designed jewellery; silver, copper, Annie's Internet Address: pro Happy Birthday Vinson This is when spanking goes beyond a "swat" and ends up causing bruises. Maagtusiis Reserve 7" to our neph, gold engraving, stone setting. Contact on Jan, 11'98 from Uncle Rudy. Auntie hashilth @islondrtet Hitting a child in the head is not only disrespectful, but it can cause severe Ahousaht, B.C. Gordon Dick by phone 723 -8611 or Cell Adrienne Nephew Dwight Richard & Please let us know before you injury. Cruel spankings and beatings will fill a child with hatred or fear. We invite your Tribe to participate in this event 954 -9404 Brian and niece Natasha. change your address. Give your especially when weapons are used like straps, belts, or wooden spoons. A "Focus is on our Youth" Happy 186 Birthday to neph Frank on Jan NUU -CHAH -NULTH NATIVE full name, including midde name For more information you may contact: severe shaking can also be harmful and cause brain damage or neck injury. 12'98. From Adrienne, Rudy, Dwight, LANGUAGE or initial (some members have the ds Angel: 250- 670 -9563 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Natasha, Radiant Brian Transcribing in phonetics - for meetings, same ninth a hbecs. pan/code Darlene: 250 -670 -9531 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Happy 276 Birthday to our cousin /uncle Hitting is not a traditional, Nuu -chah-nulth way to discipline children. It research projects, personal use. Hourly Alec: 250 -670 -9513 after 5:00 pm John on Jan. 22'98. From Adrienne Rudy, and First Nation. Returned does not show respect for the child or even the adult. Hitting a child will rates. Phone Harry Lucas at 724 -5807. 17 Tribes (9 from U.S.A.) have confirmed that they Dwight, Natasha, Richard& Brian. papers are automatically deleted stop him in the short nun, but it will not teach him how to change his Happy 246 Birthday Paul will be paddling to Ahousaht in '99 to our cousin & SEW & SEW FABRICS from the mailing list (nurUncle)from actions. Spanking does not teach respect or how to be responsible. The Adrienne, Rudy, Dwight 4544 Adelaide St, Pon Alberni, B.C., Happy Birthday to link brother Natasha, Richard& Brian. only lesson being learned is to avoid being hit. 724-4366. (behind the One &Only) We atra Darrell Ross Sr. on Feb. 15 A.W. Happy 24" Birthday to my cousin Yvonne ". From toms have black melton wool for butt faddy on Jan. 28'98. From Adrienne. blankets. Also have other colors. FOR SALE Verbal punishment (yelling and criticism) does not show marks, but it can be Happy Birthday to Linda George Happy 24" Birthday to Auntie Yvonne . WITH YOUR PATRONAGE WE SUPPORT A -VAC SHOP at 3058 3rd Avenue., Pon just as damaging Research has found that continued criticism of children on Feb. S; Ilene Sutherland on Feb. 7"; From Dwight, Natasha, Richard& Brian. FOR SALE Albemi, Dales and Service for 15 years in causes poor self- is OURSELVES AND OUR COMMUNITIES Bill George Sr. on Feb. 136; Guy P. Happy 266 Birthday to our cousin Eddie esteem. This when a child has no respect for himself, he Carvings for sale. If you are interested in the serer location. Owner wishing to retire. Louie on Feb. 3; Herb Dick on Feb. 106; on Jan. 27'98 from Adrienne, Rudy & does not believe he is worthwhile as a human being A child will native carvings such as: coffee table tops, For additional information cart (250)724 Mel Louie an Feb. 12 "; Curtis 'Spike" Family clocks, plaques, 6" totems, canoes, leave 3251 Willing to train. ATLEO RIVER Dick on Feb. 156; Charles Thomas Jr. on Happy B -Day Roben Amos, Feb. 6, 1998 message for Charlie Mickey at 724 -8609 Feb. 16"; Melissa Dick Feb. 1 I "; Happy B -Day Harvey Mark Sr. (uncle), on or c/o Box 40, Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 BALANCE FASHIONS AIR SERVICE Alfred Dick on Feb. 224 From Corby, Feb 6 Happy B-Day Mamie Lucas Feb 6 BEV AND LLOYD FOURNIER Ph lama lark Feb 1691 100% Canadian made cotton clothing. & Arlene Happys -Day Uncle RENEE'S CHUMAS OWNERS Designed with your casual life -style in Happy Birthday to our grandma Happy 13-Day Uncle Edwin and also roam CATERING Gloria on Jan. 256; to neph. Eddie in Feb. Marry A kidr. mind Sias XXS - %L and some Plus sizes. our Vinson iosr/nw Back in business. Lunches and dinners. on Jan. 116; to neph Frank Happy Birthday Mam "M V on Feb 7'98 Call to view: Tanis Musky Toll Free Phone: on Ian 12"; to 723 -2843. Bus: (250) 670 -9669 our cousin/uncle John mean 22.; to our HappyorrJwhLove Ryan& &shadow Jdl (250) 724-6843 1 -800- 622 -8536 T9ftna( 250) 725 -2205 cousin Paul & (our Uncle); to my cousin Happy 356 Birthday to Denise Mundy on Specialty Showcase Faz: (250) 670 -8519 FOR LEASE Res: (250) 670-9533 Yvonne on Ian 28"; to Auntie Yvonne; to Feb. 13/98. Lave Pearl and tills, Dave Joe Man. FINE JEWELLERY & PERFUMES 1998 season: One 61' ZN Rock Fish our sin Eddie an Jan 27 Hope all Jacobson TRADITIONAL DUGOUT CANOES NATIVE JEWELLERY and ENGRAVING you License. Accepting offers on a percent- enjoy your day. Love Rudy, Adrienne, Happy Birthday to Natasha Billy on Jan Geo. V.,. JEWELLERY & WATCH REPAIRS age basis. Send offers to: AUDREY ATLEO -WHITMORE GENERAL MANAGER Dwight, Natasha, Richard& Brian. 30. Love Sandra, Meanne, Sarah Ann 1- 888 -724 -2244 Tan Paul. General Delivery, Ahousaht, Beanro4Ina 4933 JOHNSTON RD. TED WHITMORE CHIEF PILOT Happy B -Day Roben Amos m Bryce 4. and Voce Pearl BC, VOR -TAO. (250) 724 -2272 Feb. 66; Harvey Mark Sr, (uncle), Feb 66; Happy a Birthday to Vincent McDougall PORT ALBERNI V9Y 5L8 Phone: 250 -670 -9563 íCauwA Men Mamie Lucas Feb 66; Uncle Jamie Jack on February 14'. Love Grandma, WE OFFER PROMPT B COURTEOUS SERVICE "; Fax: 250- 6709696 Feb 16 Uncle Edwin & also cousin Grandpa, mom Carole, sister Bra cousin Mr RIO ToaaiC ven tID Eddie in Feb. Love From /Ammo' kids. Carlito, ardyourAuntie''Sherryand Mel. TMrr +r tun) mamas

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N Credit is like a sword that cuts both ways. Used properly it can be aao CREDIT very useful. Used improperly it can make it impossible for you to obtain Ea credit anywhere. When a person fills out an application for a loan with NEDC, they are also X authorizing NEDC staff to obtain information from the credit bureau. If you can't control your finances and have trouble saying no, then you shouldn't have credit cards. What is a Credit Bureau? X What you spend is much more important than what you earn. You should A credit bureau is a clearing house for credit history information. Credit not borrow more than what you can comfortably pay back. Also look at grantors provide the agencies with factual information about their custom- the "what ifs". For example: What if you lose your job? What if your ers' accounts. The credit reporting agencies assemble the information into business doesn't generate as much money as you anticipated? What if you a report on each consumer. In return, credit grantors can obtain credit get sick? reports on consumers who wish to open accounts with them. X Plan and budget carefully. Avoid making minimum payments due on credit .. When the NEDC staff receives an application for financing, the first thing cards because all you are paying is current monthly interest and you never they do is request a credit report on you from the Credit Bureau. reduce your credit card debt. X What is a Credit Report? If you are fortunate enough to obtain a loan, you are expected to repay it according to the terms agreed upon. A credit report is a collection of credit information about your accounts X with credit grantors, such as stores, banks and credit card companies. A It is NEDC's policy that if an account goes into arrears for more than 120 credit report also contains "Public Records" information pertaining to bank- days, their account is reported to the credit bureau. ruptcies, judgements and other credit accounts which reflect your "ability X and willingness" to pay your bills. If you co -sign a loan for anyone and that person defaults on their loan, I, although the loan is not yours,you are responsible to repay it because you I. When you apply to NEDC for a loan and your credit report shows co- signed it. Therefore, do not put yourself at risk unless you can afford problems with your credit, your application can be turned down. it. For example: What if the person you co- signed for gets sick, loses their job, dies, etc. "good intentions" can ruin a credit record you have Why is credit information collected? worked hard at achieving. X Credit information is primarily used by credit grantors to help them decide If NEDC wants to enforce collection of an unpaid debt, we have a period if they are willing to extend your credit. It helps them determine your of six years from the incurring of the debt, or from the date of the last ability and willingness to pay credit accounts. Credit information is also payment, to enforce that claim by launching a court action. If we don't do used in connection with the collection of a debt, entering into or renewal this within the six years, there is nothing we can legally do to collect the of a tenancy agreement, underwriting of insurance, employment purposes, unpaid debt. and for other uses defined in the Credit Reporting Act. X Sharon E. Reyes Does the credit bureau "rate" my credit? Collections /loans Portfolio Officer Nuu- chah -nulth Economic Development Corporation No. The credit reporting agency does not decide whether you should be approved for a credit account. Rather, each credit grantor or lender has difference requirements based on their own risk criteria.

Are all my accounts listed in my credit report?

Not all credit grantors use the services of credit reporting agencies. Some credit grantors do not report their information or do so infrequently. You may find that one or more of your past or current accounts is not listed on your credit report.

Why is something I paid off still in my credit history?

y,. The fact that you paid an account as agreed, or did not pay as agreed, is of interest to any potential credit grantor because it reflects your "ability and willingness" to pay your bills.

Credit is a privilege, not everyone can obtain it. If you do, you must handle it carefully.

NEDC North NEDC South NEDC West Coast Tsaxana/Gold River, BC 11i Tseshaht/Port Alberni, BC Ittattsoo/Ucluelet, BC Phone: (250) 283 -9191 v ^ Phone: (250) 724 -3131 rk Phone: (250) 726 -7270 Fax: (-I (250) 283 -9120 Fax: (250) 724 -9967 `I Fax: (250) 726 -7275 or (250) 726 -7552 Economic Development Officer: - Economic Development Officer: N., - ./ Economic Development Officer: ;. iryn Stacey Peggy Hartman Lin Lukash