June 2007 1 Okanagan Indian Band

“Ensuring the Future through Cultural, Social and Economic Development.”

HMTQ V Wilson Brown’s Creek Logging Case CONTENTS Page 2-4: Department News Page 5-8: School News Page 9: Graduation Page 10: Nursing Grad Page 11: BCCA Award Page 12: Fisheries Page 13-16: Sports Page 17: Announcements Page 18-20: Job Postings Page 21:Announcements Page 22-23 Gathering Page 24-25: Posters Page 26-27: Pictures Page 28: Announcements

Dan Wilson, Councillor Tim Alexis, Sherry Louis, Councillor Emery Robins, Councillor Don Louis, Will Wilson, and Grace Aljam On May 16th, 17th, 18th, and The Okanagan Indian Band The Oknagan Indian Band would 22nd in Vancouver at the opposed the Province's motion, like to thank the many supporters Supreme Court of Canada there and asked the Court to approve from the Okanagan, and was a court hearing as the amendments to the Statement of Shuswap Nations, the presence province had brought a motion to Defence and Counterclaim, of all of you demonstrated to the sever issues related to the including the addition of a claim Judge the importance of the land recognition of Aboriginal title, and for a declaration of title. The question to the Okanagan and to focus only on the issues of decision should be made within your determination to have the Aboriginal rights to harvest trees the next 8 weeks, and the out- Court consider this issue. for domestic purposes. come of these motions will shape the future of this case. Okanagan Indian Band 12420 Westside Road, Vernon BC, V1H-2A4 BC, Vernon Road, Westside 12420

Murray Baptiste, Steven George, Pierre Kruger, Francis Kruger, Frank Paul Jr., and Howard Gabriel June 2007 2

Department News Governance Division Report Submitted by: Cliff Thorstenson, Governance Manager Hello, everybody. for the selection of future Band Councils Council has identified "better communica- This is an update on the activities and plans " preparing for a band vote on property tions with Band members" as one of its top of the Governance Division of the taxation priorities for this term. One tool for better Okanagan Indian Band. " developing a position of "Director of communications will be regularly scheduled Operations" (similar in some ways to Band meetings four times a year. The first The Governance Division consists of: the former position of Band Manager) of these was held on June 4. We will also Sharmaine Gregoire, Executive to manage the day-to-day operations be clarifying procedures for band members Assistant, James Louie, Band of the Band to bring concerns/complaints to Council or Membership Officer, Sherry Louis, " negotiating agreements with govern staff. Council Secretary and Executive ment and industry, asserting OKIB Assistant, Josie Saddleman, Band interests and Syilx title and rights The opportunities for the Okanagan Indian Receptionist, Cliff Thorstenson, " putting Band Council minutes and Band are huge. But so are the challenges. Governance Manager other key documents into a search In order to meet the pressures on the land able electronic database from population growth, pollution, climate We also have two people working in term " developing a "one paper copy" filing change and pine beetle, and the continuing positions. Tetku Parker is editing the system with electronic back-up provincial and federal policies of assimila- Senk'l'ip and managing the OKIB website. " comprehensively reviewing and tion that fail to recognize Syilx title and Len Lindstrom is assisting Sharmaine with updating the Band's policies, starting rights, the Band needs a strong foundation organizing the upcoming Nk’ma’pel’qs gath- with personnel policies of good governance including a major role ering and helping to develop our information " improving the Senk'l'ip and OKIB for band membership. I look forward to and filing systems. website working with you to continue to strengthen " improving technology for band mem the governance of the Okanagan Indian Some of the priorities for the Governance bership records, and developing a Band. Division over the next several months are: fee structure for status card applica " developing a "custom election code" tions from non-Band members Development & Leasing on Reserve Submitted by: Lyle Brewer Workshop on Leasing and Land Values proposals for the development of their land, Okanagan Band Council has agreed to spon- Head of the Lake Hall one of the most important questions will be sor a short workshop for Band members on Tuesday, June 17, 2007 "What is my land worth?" land leasing and valuation. The purpose of 5 pm to 9 pm (supper provided at 5 pm) the workshop will be to give Band members Presenters: Lyle Brewer, Economic While leasehold developments can generate an overview of current and probable future Development Manager, Rod Cook, Kent significant incomes for CP landowners, CP real estate market conditions in the North Macpherson Appraisals holders who aren't fully informed or properly Okanagan and the various factors that affect advised could commit to deals that are well the value and marketability of leasehold inter- In recent years, there have been a number of below market values. In other words, they ests in their lands. proposals brought forward for large scale real could agree to lease their lands for too little - estate developments on the Band's reserve particularly if they are dealing with an This workshop is for any OKIB members lands. Most of these proposals have been for unscrupulous developer. interested in the development of their reserve residential developments while others have lands. Certificate of Possession holders within been for commercial or industrial develop- Although there is no exact science or magic the Okanagan Band membership who are ment. These proposals are the result of formula for determining what a lease of a spe- considering development proposals, consider- increasing demand for real estate in the North cific parcel of land is worth, a basic under- ing leasing their land for development or con- Okanagan which can be attributed in part to standing of local the real estate market and sidering developing their land on their own are the high desirability of the Okanagan as a the various factors that affect the value of land encouraged to attend. Owners of lakefront place to live. Many real estate experts expect will enable the landowner to make an informed properties are especially encouraged to attend that the demand for real estate will remain decision. because of the relatively high value of lake- high for the foreseeable future. front land and, therefore, the highest potential Because each property is unique, each prop- loss of income resulting from uninformed Continued strong demand for real estate in the erty must be assessed based on factors such lease dealings. North Okanagan will translate into a growing as local real estate market conditions, the demand for real estate within the Okanagan property's attributes (location, topography, soil The workshop will be held on Tuesday, June Band reserves as the amount of land available conditions, etc.), services available to the 17th, 2007 at Head of the Lake Hall on for development off-reserve decreases property, Band fees and charges, develop- Okanagan IR#1. The workshop will com- Developers will be looking to the Band's ment standards, land use controls on adjacent mence with a dinner at 5:00 PM, followed by reserves as a source of readily available, rea- properties and environmental restrictions. The presentations by Lyle Brewer, Economic sonably priced land. valuation of lands within the Okanagan Band's Develpment Manager, OKIB, and Rod Cook of reserves is particularly challenging because Kent Macpherson Appraisals. Additional The Band's reserves are being eyed as a the lack of land use controls creates a great resource people may be on hand to provide source of land for future development which deal of uncertainty about the supply of land for information and answer questions as well. raises some serious questions for the Band's various uses and the uses which may occur in membership, particularly CP landholders who the future on adjacent lands. Inquiries should be directed to Lyle Brewer, may be approached to lease land for develop- Economic Development Manager at the Band ment or to legalize existing buckshee lease To assist Band members in gaining a better Office. agreements. For those members who receive understanding of land values in general, the June 2007 Senk l ip News 3 Department News The NIHB Program Submitted by: Linda Bonneau The NIHB Program is a national How do you access medical ic medical needs and Patient Travel health benefit program. transportation benefits? according to the agree Minimum of 2 weeks notice for Which pays for some, or all of the If you live within a First Nations or ment negotiated with the patient travel arrangements (if costs of medical, dental and phar- Inuit community contact your local association of your possible) macy services that eligible First Health or Band Office or the provincial or territorial Nations and Inuit may need. The responsible First Nations and travel assistance pro FNIHB Pacific Region benefits and services of the NIHB Inuit Health Authority for informa- grams. First Nations and Inuit Program are in addition to provin- tion. Make your appointment with Health Branch cial and territorial insured health the nearest appropriate Crisis Intervention Counseling Federal Building care programs medical/dental professional Short-term crisis intervention 757 West Hastings Street Who Is An Eligible Recipient? counseling may be provided by a Suite 540 " A registered Indian Dental recognized professional mental Vancouver, British Columbia V6C according to the Indian Coverage for dental services is health therapist when no other 3E6 Act. determined on an individual services are available to the Toll free: 1-800-317-7878 " An infant less than age basis, taking into consideration recipient. In Vancouver: (604) 666-3331 one (1), whose parent is the current oral health status, an eligible recipient. past client history, accumulated What is covered? First Nations and Inuit scientific research and availability " The initial assessment Health Branch Benefits Provided of treatment alternatives. " Development of treatment Non Insured Health Benefits " Drugs plan Toll free client information line " Medical Transportation Medical Supplies and " Fees and associated trav 1-800-317-7878 " Dental Equipment el costs for the profes Toll free fax " Medical Supplies and What is covered? sional mental health ther 1-888-299-9222 Equipment " Audiology (Hearing aid) apist when it is Optical " Vision " Medical equipment " Deemed cost-effective to 1-800-317-7878 " Crisis Intervention (Wheelchair, Walker) provide such services in a Dental Counseling. " Medical supplies (ostomy, community. 1-888-321-5003 " Provincial health care bandage, dressings) Fax premiums, where applica " Orthotics and custom CONTACT INFORMATION: 1-604-666-5815 ble, medical transporta footwear The FNIHB Regional Offices and Orthodontic Review Center tion " Pressure garments First Nations and Inuit Health 1-866-227-0943 " Prosthetics Authority offices listed below can Medical Transportation What is covered? " Oxygen therapy be contacted for detailed informa- 1-800-317-7878 " Land and water trans " Respiratory therapy tion about the NIHB Program. You Fax portation can also find information about 1-888-299-9222 " Scheduled and chartered Vision the program by searching the Medical Supplies & Equipment airlines What is covered? Health Canada web site at: 1-800-665-2289 " Road and air ambulance " Eye examinations (you www.hc-sc BCMP Care Card Replacement " Meals and lodging should get approval for gc.ca/fnihb/nihb/index.htm 1-800-663-7100 " Escort and /or interpreter this ahead of time, in Ambulance Billing services case this is not insured in Information packages are avail- 1-800-665-7199 " Travel to the nearest your province or territory) able at the Health Center Mental Health Crisis health clinic or hospital to " Eyeglasses that are pre Call Linda Bonneau Intervention receive health services scribed by a vision care PH: 250-542-5094 1-604-666-2358 not available in your provider Eyeglass repairs FAX: 250-542-3083 Fax home community, or not " Eye prosthesis (artificial EMAIL: linda.bonneau@okana- 1-604-666-6458 covered by provincial or eye) gan.org territorial travel assis " Other vision benefits tance programs. depending on your specif Eagle Rock Aggregates Submitted by: Larry Wulff, Manager Eagle Rock Aggregates is pleased and a truck driver when a modified be able to do. al laborers for picking up garbage to inform the Membership that the work schedule is implemented. during and after race events and City of Vernon has awarded ERA The pit will be operating 10 hours Also, the OKIB Equipment odd jobs. This should be interest- with a contract to supply all of the per day, seven days per week until Department and ERA needs a ing work for students; if you are aggregates that the City of Vernon we revert back to our normal work mechanic/welder with experience interested please bring your will be using for the next year. schedule in the fall. working on John Deere loaders resume to Bob Newcomb at Under the terms of the agreement and excavators. Experience with Sunvalley Speedway. ERA has a right to negotiate pricing As well, the OKIB Equipment air brake and electrical systems on for a second year next spring. Department has been doing con- a variety of machines will be an Sunvalley Speedway is also offer- ERA also specializes in manufac- struction work and needs an expe- asset. ing special pricing for Band turing materials used in making rienced equipment operator/truck Members for admission to all race concrete for customers in driver with low bed experience. Please bring your resumes to events. Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Armstrong, This will become seasonal full time Eagle Rock Aggregates if you qual- Vernon, Winfield and Westbank. work as the work load increases. ify for any of the above and are *See coupon on page 24, to enter Certification for installing septic seeking employment. for a chance to win a ride in your Eagle Rock Aggregates is also systems will be helpful because it choice of race car. taking on more work and will need will increase the amount of work Our neighbour, Sunvalley experienced equipment operators that the Equipment Department will Speedway is looking for two gener- June 2007 4 Department News Immersion School Tree Planting Field Trip Submitted by the Territorial Stewardship Department

In 2003, a small forest fire rehabilitation, by planting swept across highway 97, just trees. The OKIB's Territorial south of Falkland in the Cedar Stewardship Department sup- Hills area and charred approx- plied the shovels, bags and imately 3,600 hectares of tim- trees, including larch, fir, yel- ber. The Okanagan Band har- low pine and spruce for the vested the fire salvage in 2004 energetic youth. On hand, to and replanted the area in provide guidance and assis- 2005. On May 14th, the tance was the current OKIB Immersion school children tree planting supervisors, were given the opportunity to Teresa Chrapko and John participate in the ongoing Lawrence

Snc'c'amala?tn and the Nkmaplks Isnmamyatn Klsqilxw (Cultural Immersion School) Field Trip Submitted by: Keith Louis

On May 30th the Kindergarten class of Snc'c'amala?tn and the The stairs provided a challenge to one and all as the viewpoints Nkmaplks Isnmamyatn Klsqilxw (Cultural Immersion School) provided the needed resting spot that allowed most of the group to enjoyed a warm sunny morning at The Shorts Creek Falls located reach the top of the stairs. The youngsters really enjoyed the trip in Fintry. The field trip provided an opportunity for the students and as the sunny day provided many spectacular views of some of parents to view the rushing waterfalls, most for the first time while Mother Nature's beauty. others a chance to turn back the clock to their youth. June 2007 Senk l ip News 5 Snc’c’amala?tn Early Childhood Education Phone (250) 545-3800 Fax: (250) 545-4553 Snc'c'amala?tn News ents in attendance. a busy daycare. At home, parents can help From Lorraine Ladan, Director their child fall asleep on their own by having The information will be presented to the some background noise or music in the New Staff community in the Fall. room. We don't give children bottles to drink Carolyn Blackwell is our newest term staff in their bed as they fall asleep, so weaning person. Carolyn is working with several Hop-A-Thon the bedtime bottle is a must. Even very children who need extra assistance. On April 20, 2007 Snc'c'amala?tn children young children can learn positive ways to and staff members participated in the 6th "self sooth" themselves to sleep. We hold Snc'c'amala?tn Closure Annual Hop-a-thon. The Hop-A Thon is held their hand, rub their back, sing to them, or every year and the proceeds go to Muscular offer dolls or soothers to help them settle in All Snc'c'amala?tn programs, including the Dystrophy. We would like to thank all the to sleep. Cultural Immersion Program, will be entirely staff, children and parents that collected and closed on: sent in pledges. The amount raised was a Speaking of bottles, it is very important for HOPPING $293.50. WAY TO GO EVERY- infants to be comfortable taking a bottle Aboriginal Day, Thursday, June 21 BODY!!!! from us. Breast-feeding is ideal and we Canada Day, Monday, July 2 encourage all mothers to breast feed their babies, however, we are not able to accept Early Childhood any infants Development who are not (ECD) taking bottles Community Asset successfully. Mapping Occasionally, On May 2 two we have par- Community Asset ents request- Mapping Focus ing daycare Groups were held; for their child one at Head of the and they say, Lake Hall and one "He/she has at Snc'c'amala?tn. never been away from The project maps us". Before three components: introducing child development, your child into community assets the program, and socio-eco- please give nomic characteris- them oppor- tics for communi- tunities to be ties. In the end, around other each Aboriginal adults and community will be children. New provided with a comprehensive set of maps skimxist Room-I/T Room children are gradually introduced into our that indicate community resources that can Lisa Abe-Infant/Toddler Room Supervisor room and we invite parents to visit our room support early child development and assist and Early Childhood Educator several times before their child starts day- schools and communities to best plan for Ramona Wilson-Infant/Toddler Room care full time. We all want the best care young children and their families. Assistant and Early Childhood Educator possible for our children and if you have Nancy Eustache-Infant/Toddler Room any questions, please drop in to discuss Several Snc'c'amala?tn staff and OKIB Assistant and Special Needs Educator them with our staff. Councillors attended the May 2 Focus Group. Some great brainstorming and dis- Wi from the skimxist Room! Happy Birthday to Cheveyo, he will be two cussion took place, which has given us a years old on June 30 great start at looking at the local resources In order to ensure that infants and toddlers Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's out that are available at this time for children adapt well into a daycare program it takes there!! and families. some planning. We have up to twelve chil- dren at a time with 3 or 4 caregivers. Each Wi for now from the skimxist Room. Two project staff from UBC led the discus- adult is responsible to care for up to four sion. Janice Tollefsen has been hired by children. If any child demands one-on-one Lisa, Ramona, Nancy, Bernadette UBC to assist Aboriginal communities with attention at all times, it can be stressful for the asset mapping process and Joanne the whole room. Schroeder is the Community Liaison Coordinator for the ECD Mapping Project. Routines are important at this age and we have a crib or small cot for each child to Another Focus Group will be held on sleep on at naptime. If your baby gets used Thursday, July 12 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm to sleeping in someone's arms and at Snc'c'amala?tn. The idea is to continue demands complete silence in the room, the process and hopefully have some par- then they will have a tough time adjusting to June 2007 Senk l ip News 6 Snc’c’amala?tn Early Childhood Education Phone (250) 545-3800 Fax: (250) 545-4553 Mhuya Room-3/5 Room The end of school is almost here already, Danielle Baker / 3/5 Room Supervisor Wow!!! Time sure does fly when you are where has all the time gone? May has Vanessa Antoine / Head Start Coordinator having fun. The Preschool year is almost been a fun-filled month in the Kindergarten Monica Louis / Assistant coming to a close for 2007. Thanks to all classroom. We have worked on some won- the moms that came out for our Mother's derful art projects including flowers, farm Wi, from the Mhuya Room Day Tea. It was a huge success and animals, pictograph paintings and pond ani- Boy our year is sure going fast!! It seems enjoyed by all. mals. like we just started in September and here it is already May. The children have been enjoying a study of On May 11 we went for our annual field trip birds and insects. Thanks to Ruby Alexis for to Farmer Val's and the children had so We've spent May working on planting, farm providing the wonderful transparencies for much fun that one of them did not want to animals and spring fun. We made Mother's the children to trace on the light table. leave. The children were able to pet and Day gifts for our beautiful moms to enjoy. feed "Willy" the pot-bellied pig, "Donkey" from Shrek, the We also got to go Llama, the on two field trips ponies, horses this month - one as well as the to Valley Auction baby chicks, where we saw rabbit and sheep, goats and guinea pigs. cows and one to They also the Vernon helped collect Library to hear eggs from the some story time hen house, songs, stories churn butter and and felt board have a horse stories. ride. Thanks to Deanne Craig, We would like to Jeff Lee, Jeff remind parents Eustache, to: Natalie ** send spare Chambers, clothes for their Dempsey child (labeled Cohen, Joan please) Vedan and Ned ** watch for and Alexis for help- read all notices ing out at sent home Farmer Val's. ** update their child's file if anything This month we are looking forward to more When we returned from our field trip we had changes walking trips with Mona, a field trip to our annual Mother's Day Tea and strawber- Chickadee Ridge Miniatures to see some ry cake. The children were so excited to Thank you for all your cooperation in keep- animals, Donuts for Dad Day and of course have their Mom's and Grandma's, and to ing our room running smoothly for your chil- Graduation. read their favourite books with them. dren. If any parents have any questions or con- At the end of May our class will be going on Happy May Birthdays to: cerns about Kindergarten Readiness, or the two field trips with Mona Williams. We will Jocelyn - 4 years May 1 upcoming Kindergarten year, please phone first go to see the pictographs and the fol- Jayce - 4 years May 6 me at the school. I'd be more than happy to lowing week we will go for a hike at Fintry Morgan - 4 years May 24 provide information or even a workshop if Falls. Keith Louis from the Territorial there is enough interest. In the meantime, Stewardship Division, OKIB will escort our On April 20 we had our Annual Hop-a-thon enjoy the wonderful weather and take the class to both sites. We always appreciate for Muscular Dystrophy. Our kids got to time to enjoy your children……for them and your help Keith! make bunny ears and hop around outside you, early childhood is almost over. They for a few minutes. We had a lot of fun and have been a very inspiring group and it has Congratulations to Alec Bonneau and Willy raised some money for a great cause. been my honor and privilege to be able to Cohen for finishing their 2nd home reading Thank you to anyone who sent in a pledge!! teach them Preschool this year. sheet and having read a total of sixty books and to Sienna Belanger-Lee, Chace Limlimpt from Danielle, Vanessa and Susan, Donna and Nancy Gregoire, Riley Peters and Keanu Louie for Monica finishing their 3rd home reading sheet and Pq¤l'qin Room-Kindergarten having read a total of ninety books, excel- Sp¤plÂína› Room-Preschool Tanya Saddleman-Joe/Kindergarten lent job, awesome reading! Happy 6th Susan Miller/Preschool Supervisor Teacher birthday wishes to Rylie Marchand! Donna Lewis/Preschool Assistant Trish Johnson/Kindergarten Assistant Nancy Eustache /Special Needs Worker Mrs. Saddleman-Joe, Barb Marchand & Wi from the P'qel'qin Room! Trish Johnson Wi, from the Sp¤plÂína› Room. June 2007 Senk l ip News 7 Snc’c’amala?tn Early Childhood Education Phone (250) 545-3800 Fax: (250) 545-4553 OKANAGAN LANGUAGE NEST like more information or have any ques- address optional: Are you interested in an Okanagan tions. language nest at Snc'c'amala?tn? We value your time and input. Thank you. Survey A language nest is an immersion program OKANAGAN LANGUAGE NEST Are You Interested in Supporting where the little ones learn their traditional 1. Does your child presently attend any Aboriginal Children language. Culture and language are inter- of the following Snc'c'amala?tn pro in the North Okanagan? woven into learning activities. Fluent grams? speakers work together with caregivers and a) Daycare in the Infant/Toddler OKIB Chief and Council and the Human early childhood educators to deliver the pro- b) Daycare in the 3-5 Year Old Room Early Learning Partnership ask you to gram to the infants and toddlers. Parents c) Head Start join us to explore how your community and family play an important role in support- 2. How old is your child supports young children and their fami- ing their children and the program. Children 3. Other than the information above, are lies. This is the third focus group being grow up with a positive sense of identity you familiar with language nests? held for this purpose in the community. and belonging and a strong foundation in 4. Are you interested in having your their culture and language. child learn the Okanagan language in Early Childhood Development (ECD) an immersion setting at Community Asset Mapping A language nest could be incorporated into Snc'c'amala?tn? Community Focus Group the present infant/toddler daycare at 5. If you are not interested in having Snc'c'amala?tn. Other options can also be your child learn Okanagan at Thursday, July 12 explored. Snc'c'amala?tn in an immersion set 11:30 am to 1:30 pm ting, could you comment on why not? At Snc'c'amala?tn. Current research shows that early infancy is I would like to see the present day a critical period for language acquisition. care and Head Start programs stay A light lunch will be served. We believe that funding may be available to the same. Please comment. start a program. 6. Are there specific programs or items The focus group is interested in hearing that you would like to see in place in especially from parents of young chil- Please complete the following short survey a language nest? dren. and return it to Lorraine Ladan at 7. Would you be interested in sitting as Snc'c'amala?tn or the Band Office by a member of a Parent Advisory For information contact Janice Tollefsen June 30. Committee to help start a language Aboriginal Community Liaison nest immersion program? Coordinator at 604-827-4435 or Lorraine You may call Lorraine Ladan at 8. Other comments: Ladan at 545-3800. Snc'c'amala?tn at 545-3800 if you would Name, phone number, e-mail and mailing Six Mile Creek Education Centre Submitted by: Anna Marchand Six Mile Creek Education Centre has lake is incredible. Another nsylxcin land- ed to a leadership workshop in Penticton. been busy with our first camp out of the mark that I would encourage everyone to Most of our students were busy for those year. On May 16th & 17th, Cassie, see. After that, we drove the long way 2 days the school was closed. Kassie, Rena, Jessie, Ty and Reign, back to Penticton (through Keremeos chaperoned by Larry and I left the school way) and had time to relax a bit before We had 4 students register this month. to see more of the nsylxcin territory. We the ceremonies of the salmon fry release There are also 4 students, Brad, Brandon, appreciate the use of the Health into Skaha Lake. Some of the students Stuart and Mick now in the Aboriginal Department Van. introduced themselves to David Suzuki Gateway to the Building Trades Program. and had pictures taken. He informed me It's a great program for students who want We went to the Nkmip Cultural Centre on that he will be in Vernon on June 14th at some experience in a number of different Wednesday. It was very beautiful and the Cultural Arts Centre. The salmon trades. Chance Houle plans to graduate well put together as you can see by the feast following the ceremonies was anoth- this year and will begin the welding pro- pictures. All of our nsylxcin children er great treat. I've never seen salmon gram at Okanagan College in Kelowna on should have the opportunity to see the cooked so many different ways. It was June 1. Nkmip Cultural Centre. We stayed at really nice to visit with family and friends their campground and had a great time from the other end of the valley. Once The Year End Celebration and Graduation swimming, playing volleyball and cooking everyone finished eating, we started for Ceremonies is the next project that is over propane gas for our supper and home. Of course we had to stop along constantly on the go. Course comple- snacks. We were fortunate to be able to the way for dessert: watermelon. It was tions, gown rentals, the year end honour catch the act of a Native hypnotist from a really enjoyable trip. Unfortunately, song and of course the feast. On May 31 Alberta that night at the camp ground. He when we got back to the school around our 2 dual students (attending another was amazing and provided us with lots of 4:00 pm we found a window boarded up. school as well as at Six Mile) will be grad- laughs. Someone threw a rock through one of the uating with the W. L. Seaton students. windows sending all sizes & shapes of Everyone was up bright and early and we glass everywhere. Administratively, we're also preparing our were on the road by 8:00 the next morn- annual order for the next school year. ing to have breakfast at McDonalds. We While we went to Nkmip, 3 of our stu- traveled on to see Spotted Lake. That dents, Sharnelle, Pikala and Sylus head- June 2007 Senk l ip News 8

Kassie, Reign, Ty, Jessie and Rena.

A group picture at Spotted Lake. Cassie was the cooks helper and photographer for the trip. Reign Peters and Ty Louis at Nkmip Cultural Centre

Cassie and Jessie pose with Patrick, a Native Rapper. Cassie and Rena talk with David Suzuki at the Salmon Fry Release Ceremony into Skaha Lake. Rena poses with Patrick Graduation Submitted by Glenda Louis Childhood Development Certificate, Native W.L. Seaton Secondary Education Centre, Andrew Dash, Motion Kane Alexis, Krista Allison, Erin Brewer, Picture Products Certificates, Capilano David Fred, Jessica Jack, Brandon College, Kelsie Marchand, Early Childhood Laverman, Samantha Lewis, Rena Development Certificate, Native Education Nicholas, Kaitlyn Phelan-Alexis, Carissa Centre, Dwayne Lawrence, Plumbing Trask, Breanna Tso, Stephanie Wilson Apprenticeship, Okanagan, College~Kalamalka Campus, Shaylane For many the words "Graduation : is the Vernon Secondary Lewis, Hair Esthetics & Nails Certificate, action of receiving of conferring an academ- Samantha Hemming, Kayla Mclean Marvell College, Sanci Phelan, Early ic degree or the associated ceremony." Childhood Development Certificate, Native Six Mile Creek Education Centre Education Centre, Karla Tronson, Early The Okanagan Indian Band & Education Lindsey Brewer, K’la Bonneau, Stuart Childhood Development Certificate, Native Department would like to acknowledge all Bonneau, Chance Houle, Susanne Louie, Education Centre, Roxanne Williams, Early 2007 Graduates from High School and Tiffany Wilson Childhood Development Certificate, Native Post-Secondary Studies, while others are Education Centre, Maureen Ziprick, just beginning the next step towards their Mount Boucherie, Westbank, B.C. Certified Education Assistant, Okanagan goal, we have many who through hard work Gina Poschenrieder College~KLO Campus and determination and the support of their families have been successful in achieving North Kamloops Secondary If there is anyone that has been missed, their academic objective. Carey Charters, Fraser Valley, Chaylene please accept our apologizes and please Croteau contact the Education Department by email Education is hard work, but the achieve- [email protected] ment and wealth that it will bring on a per- Post Secondary Graduates sonal and professional level surmounts the Carmella Alexis, Bachelor of Science sacrifices and time away from Family & Degree, Major in Biology, Major in friends, while also opening many doors of Indigenous Studies, University of British opportunity. Columbia~Okanagan, Viola Brown, Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree, Congratulations to the following students: University of British Columbia~Okanagan, Clarence Fulton Secondary Jennifer Houde, Bachelor of Social Work, Willow Luke Alexis, Khalen Bonneau, DJ University of Victoria, Raymond Paul, Gottfriedson, Jordon Saddleman Electrical Journeyman, University of Thompson Rivers, Shila Bonneau, Pre- Kalamalka Secondary Electrical Apprentice Certificate, Okanagan Connor Hutchinson College~KLO, Deanna-Rae Cohen, Early June 2007 Senk l ip News 9

2007 UBC Okanagan Aboriginal Graduation and Continuing Student Celebration Submitted by Bernie Marchand-Brown

Aboriginal students of UBC Okanagan celebrated their second the students and stressed the importance of recognizing our future annual Aboriginal Graduation and Celebration Ceremony. The and the leaders of tomorrow. Chief Alexis also emphasized the event took place on April 12, 2007 at UBCO in the scenic Sun value of education and the future job prospects in especially the Room, with well over 100 people in attendance. health fields.

It was truly an honor and privilege to have elders, faculty, staff of A very important highlight of the evening was the drumming and Aboriginal Programs and Services, students, family members and singing by Lower Similkameen Indian Band member, Wendy friends come out to support the Aboriginal students that are gradu- Hawkes, she graciously presented and gifted each student that was ating and those that will be returning to complete their studies. graduating with an eagle feather. The Celebration recognized 14 graduating student, five are from the Okanagan Indian Band. There are five Aboriginal students in It is clearly evident that vital sources of support for Aboriginal stu- the masters program and there were 20 or more students that are dents are their families, communities, sponsoring organizations or continuing students in attendance. agencies. Aboriginal students value and are supported through their educational ambitions by family, communities, the institutions The opening prayer and welcoming remarks were presented by here at UBC Okanagan. Okanagan Indian Band elder Clara Dubrett. Clara, has demonstrat- ed commitment, leadership and tremendous dedication to the Promoting and enhancing the education of Aboriginal students is a Aboriginal students and programs at UBC Okanagan, we will be very important factor in assisting Aboriginal students to succeed. It forever grateful for her devotion and willingness to be apart of the is truly a wonderful experience to witness the successful participa- functions at UBC Okanagan. tion and completion of a post secondary education by Aboriginal students here at UBC Okanagan. Chief Fabian Alexis offered words of encouragement and praise to June 2007 Senk l ip News 10

Nursing Grad Brings First Nations Sensitivity to Her Role UBC Report-Submitted by: Bernie Marchand-Brown

Viola Rose Brown is one of 14 from her grandmother and her tural awareness and nursing technology is very limited." The Aboriginal students graduating entire family have given Brown skills for positive impact in the hospital in which she volun- from UBC Okanagan this year. a clear sense of direction in her health care system. teered didn't have running water She has just completed her life: she wants to be a great and experienced frequent power Bachelor of Science in Nursing. nurse, and particularly a comfort "I've always found myself to be outages. to Aboriginal patients. a nurturer, able to jump in and Grandma Rose was thrilled help when someone is sick or Now that she's back home and when granddaughter Viola "Growing up, my parents taught injured," she says. "As a nurse, about to join the nursing profes- chose to pursue a nursing me the importance of learning I'd like to emphasize the impor- sion, she's quite clear on how degree after her first year of uni- the values and teachings of my tance of being culturally sensi- important nurses are. versity. people's traditional way of life," tive - and being an advocate for says Brown. "As a result, I am people who need that support." "Nursing is huge," she says effu- "My grandmother's health had now very active in my First sively. "There's maternity, geri- been declining for a few years at Nations culture and it is a part of In her clinical placements in atric or surgical nursing, to the time, and when I visited her my everyday life. Okanagan hospitals, she con- name a few areas - and so she kept saying 'I want you to firmed that nursing was her true much more you can do. I don't be my nurse,'" says nursing stu- "My involvement in my culture calling. "I have really enjoyed it," think many people realize just dent Viola Rose Brown. turned into a drive for me to go she says. "When I work in hos- how much variety there is for "Grandma Rose was always a into the nursing profession. I pitals, I find it very fulfilling and people going into nursing. To cheerleader through my years at want to be able to give back to easy to communicate with me, the scope is great and nurs- school. She wanted all her my people and to assist them in patients. I laugh with them a lot." es play a really big role in health grandchildren to go to school improving their quality of living. care delivery." and encouraged us to be Often that quality of living is low She credits UBC Okanagan fac- focused and dedicated to our - and significantly compro- ulty and the structure of the Last year, Brown attended a studies. When I got into nursing mised," she says. BSN program for much of her conference in Prince George she was so happy." academic success. aimed at developing a plan to The Okanagan Indian Band get more First Nations youth A member of the Okanagan helped her financially through "It was very comfortable to go into health-related fields. As a Indian Band in Vernon, B.C., 22- her post-secondary schooling. through with 80-plus students, new nursing degree recipient, year-old Brown graduates this The entire First Nations commu- all with one goal," she says. Brown sees an opportunity to month with a Bachelor of nity in Vernon also offered "The support from that was real- share with Aboriginal youth the Science in Nursing (BSN) tremendous encouragement, ly beneficial for me. You can kind of encouragement she has degree from UBC Okanagan's she says, adding that she connect very easily with your received. School of Nursing. received support for her trip to peers and the faculty. They're Ghana from family, friends and nurses, too, and know what "I think it's very important for One of the highlights of her edu- community members. you're working toward." youth to see that it is possible to cation was a six-week volunteer achieve great things," she says. mission to Western Africa last "I realize who I am today has a Visiting Ghana with 16 other stu- "Now that I've done the work February and March, learning lot to do with my community," dents and two professors gave and look back, it's not as hard about nursing in the rural hospi- she acknowledges. "I really her new perspective on her pro- as you might think, but only as tals and clinics of northern appreciate all the support my fession, she notes. "I came back long as you apply yourself. I Ghana. Band provided - they're the rea- with a renewed appreciation for would like it to be an example son I am here." the hospital system we have for youth that no door is closed Grandma Rose passed away here," says Brown. "The quality to them." just two weeks before Brown left Her immediate plans are to of care in Ghana is not what we for Ghana, but the support and enjoy being a nurse, gaining have in Canada. They just don't encouragement over the years experience and applying her cul- have many resources and the June 2007 Senk l ip News 11

Barbara P. Marchand Receives BC Creative Achievement Award for Aboriginal Art Press Release-Vancouver, BC heritage." Penticton, executive director of Museum; Doreen Jensen of the En'owkin Centre; Nika Vancouver, Gitxsan artist, histo- "The foundation received out- Collison of Masset, curator of rian, author and cultural leader; standing submissions in all cre- the Haida Gwaii Museum; and Bill McLennan of ative areas from B.C. First Doreen Jensen of Vancouver, Vancouver, curator, Pacific Nations artists and designers," Gitxsan artist, historian, author Northwest, UBC Museum of stated Mitchell, "The foundation and cultural leader; and Bill Anthropology. Dr. Robert Belton, is extremely pleased with the McLennan of Vancouver, cura- dean of Creative and Critical success of this inaugural tor, Pacific Northwest, UBC Studies at UBC Okanagan was award." Museum of Anthropology. the non-voting chair of the panel. The recipients of the first annual BC Creative Achievement The British Columbia Barbara P. Marchand, Awards for Aboriginal Art are: Achievement Foundation is an Okanagan Nation independent foundation estab- Armstrong, B.C. " Barbara P. Marchand, lished and endowed by the Barbara has demonstrated a Provincewide artistic diversity Okanagan Nation Province of B.C. in 2003. The deep understanding of the histo- and creativity were highlighted " Marianne Nicholson, Creative Achievement Award for ry of the Syilx (Okanagan today with the announcement of Dzawada'enuxw Aboriginal Art is one of five ini- Nation) in both contemporary the six recipients of the first " Chester Patrick, Gitxsan tiatives of the foundation. The and traditional works. Stone, annual BC Creative " Susan Point, Coast others are: the BC Community sand, paint and other natural Achievement Awards for Salish (Musqueam) Achievement Awards, recogniz- and contemporary materials are Aboriginal Art. Premier Gordon " Christian White, Haida ing those who have made a sig- combined to create works that Campbell and Keith Mitchell, " William White, Tsimshian nificant contribution to their com- are tactile and present an over- chair of the British Columbia munity; the BC Award for whelming sensory experience Achievement Foundation, The recipients of the 2007 BC Canadian Non-Fiction, recogniz- for the viewer. She is presently applauded the talents of B.C. Creative Achievement Awards ing excellence in literary non-fic- creating a body of work to visu- First Nations artists. for Aboriginal Art will be recog- tion; the BC Creative ally portray how traditional sto- nized at a ceremony on June 5, Achievement Award for applied ries and language connect, "Aboriginal art from British 2007 at the Pan Pacific Hotel in artists and designers; and Time overlap, and remind us of our Columbia is renowned on the Vancouver. Each recipient will to Read: the BC Achievement responsibility to take care of the world stage for its complex receive $5,000 and be granted Award for Early Literacy. land. Barbara is an instructor in beauty, signifying a rich cultural the use of the British Columbia the En'owkin Centre's Visual heritage, and we are proud to Creative Achievement Award -30- Arts Program and is also recognize these inaugural recipi- seal to signify their creative enrolled as a student in the ents of the BC Creative excellence. An independent jury panel Okanagan Native Language Achievement Award for selects the recipients of the BC Program. Her work has been Aboriginal Art," said Campbell. The recipients were selected by Creative Achievement Award for exhibited throughout British "Celebrating and embracing the an independent jury chaired by Aboriginal Art. The 2007 jury Columbia and is found in collec- deep artistic traditions of B.C.'s board member Dr. Robert members are: Jeannette tions in Europe, the United Aboriginal people reflects the Belton, dean of Creative and Armstrong of Penticton, execu- Kingdom, Australia, New value all British Columbians Critical Studies at UBC tive director of the En'owkin Zealand and the United States, place on preserving and perpet- Okanagan. The jury was com- Centre; Nika Collison of Masset, and across Canada. uating our province's Aboriginal prised of Jeannette Armstrong of curator of the Haida Gwaii SENKLIP NEWS FAMILY SWIM NIGHT June 16th from 7:00-9:00pm CHIEF & COUNCIL June 21st from 7:00-9:00pm 2007-2009

Passes for the family will be available at the Recreation CHIEF Centre on the night of the swim. **Please remember that chil- Fabian Alexis dren must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Editor COUNCIL For more information contact: Tetku Parker Tim Alexis Linda Bonneau at 542-5094 Photography Reynolds Bonneau Ruby Alexis/Tetku Parker Jenelle Brewer Bill Cohen If you would like to keep receiving your paper, can you Phone-(250)542-4328 ext.218 Diane Louis please change your address with the band office, there Fax-(250) 542-4990 Don Louis were many papers returned last month. Email Judy Marchand [email protected] Raymond Marchand Also, the deadline for submissions will be on the 20th of Emery Robins every month! Address Vern Tronson Okanagan Indian Band If you have any questions or comments, you can contact 12420 Westside Rd. Email me anytime at 542-4328, or by email at Vernon, BC V1H-2A4 [email protected] [email protected] June 2007 Senk l ip News 12 Okanagan Nation Alliance Releases 1.4 million Sockeye Fry and Announces $19 Million Funding Agreement for Sockeye Restoration Media Release-Penticton, BC-May 17, 2007 The Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA) gram. By partnering on this project, the PUDs the Sockeye Reintroduction Program was released approximately 1.4 million sockeye fry are able to meet the requirements of their developed in collaboration with federal and into the Okanagan River upstream of Skaha operating licenses to mitigate for unavoidable provincial fisheries agencies, which continue Lake in Penticton, BC this week. The majority salmon losses at their Columbia River dams, to provide scientific review of the reintroduc- of salmon fry were released on Tuesday and through which Okanagan sockeye must tion program through the Canadian Okanagan Wednesday evenings and in today's public migrate as adults and as juveniles. Basin Technical Working Group (COBTWG). event, attendees were invited to participate in The sockeye fry will be monitored for one the fry release, cultural ceremony and tradi- "The reintroduction program meets the year while they rear in Skaha Lake before tional feast hosted by the Okanagan Nation. Okanagan River sockeye salmon mitigation they migrate to the Pacific Ocean in the This year's fry release marks the third year in requirements for the two PUDs and is helping spring of 2008. It is estimated that less than a planned twelve year study for the to achieve salmon restoration goals of the onepercent of the sockeye fry released today Restoration of Sockeye Salmon into Skaha Okanagan Nation - it's a win-win-win situation will survive to return as adult spawners in the Lake. for all parties," says Deana Machin, ONA fall of 2010. Fisheries Program Manager. "The Okanagan "The Okanagan Nation Alliance initiated this Nation Alliance is committed to building suc- "In the Okanagan Language, k] cp'elk' stim' is project in 1997 because our salmon fisheries cessful partnerships with organizations that a phrase which means 'helping to bring them were almost non-existent", stated Grand Chief are as concerned as we are with the state of back'. By gathering here today, we not only Stewart Phillip, Chairman of the Okanagan our fisheries and the sensitive habitats on honour the salmon and their place in our cul- Nation Alliance. "Our goal is to rebuild the which they depend." ture, but we also recognize the relationships sockeye population and restore them to their we have built with Grant County Public Utility historic habitat in order to have healthy and With a total funding commitment of nearly District, Chelan County Public Utility District productive salmon runs that can once again $19-million dollars over the next 11-years, the and many others in our efforts to rebuild and be harvested by Okanagan people." Okanagan Nation Alliance will continue with restore Okanagan Sockeye", said Grand the annual collection of broodstock, incuba- Chief Phillip. Grant County Public Utility District (PUD) and tion of sockeye eggs, fry marking and release, Chelan County Public Utility District (PUD), in-lake monitoring assessments, and smolt For more information please contact: two hydro-electric producers in Washington migration estimates. The ONA will also be Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, Chairman, ONA State, have shown their continued support assessing options to expand or construct Chiefs Executive Council, Tel: (250) 493- and commitment for the project by signing hatchery facilities in the Okanagan Basin to 0048; Deana Machin, ONA Fisheries Program multi-year agreements with the Okanagan support the program. Manager, Cell: (250) 215-0255 Nation Alliance to provide nearly $19million in project funding for the remainder of the pro- The monitoring and evaluation component of

Fish Lake Accord Gathering Submitted by: Sherry Louis Pictures Submitted by: Chief Tim Manuel

Chief Tim Manuel, Chief Fabian Alexis, Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, Chief Mike LeBourdais, Chief Art Dick, and Chief Shane Gottfreidson

An invitation was extended to the Okanagan (Salmon Lake) on May 12, 2007. The cele- Kamloops Secwepemc. Indian Band Chief and Council, along with bration was meant to honour the historic Chiefs of the Okanagan and Shuswap Fish Lake Accord between Pelkamulox, Chief Fabian Alexis, Tim Alexis, Diane Nations and communities, for a traditional ancestral Chief of the Upper Nicola Syilx Louis, Don Louis, and Emery Robins feast and night of trout fishing at Fish Lake People, and Kwolila, Chief of the attended the celebration. June 2007 Senk l ip News 13 SPORTS Jay D. Louis Memorial Co-ed Slo-pitch Tournament May 25th - 27th, 2007 Submitted by: Jenny Louis The first annual Jay D. Louis Memorial Slo- contact me to scorekeep the 2nd field, as I pitch Tournament was very successful, while 1st Place: GFX Penticton - Championship was unable to do both fields - thanks Tiff you we did not have the full 16 Teams, we did Jackets. made my job a lot easier. have 11 from throughout the Okanagan with Greg Gabriel, Craig Gabriel, Curtis Gabriel, Braves Fastpitch Team: Shane Miller, Thomas the Morley Rebels coming from Alberta. Kevin Gabriel, Jr Gabriel, Shar Gregoire, Bonneau, Mark Williams, Dean Louis, Chris Kathy Terbasket, K'la Bonneau, Sherry Bonneau, Brad Deneault for getting both Saturday evening, the family hosted a BBQ at Thomas, Crystal Morris, Aaron Martin, Kevin parks ready. Pam and Richard Louis Sr., residence, we Terbasket, Harry Gabriel Tim Jack, HR Wilson and his crew from Public had a great turn-out, unfortunately we did Works - for their assistance in getting the have a friend's car broken into and a purse 2nd Place: Jayhoo Raiders - Sweatshirts. parks ready. stolen, if you have any information please Chris Bonneau, Mark Williams, Sherry Louis, Glenda Louis and Linda Bonneau - for their contact Jenny at, [email protected] or Glenda Louis, Jenny & Richard Louis, Martie assistance with the Youth team, they did a leave a message for Jenny at the Band Office Louis, Tyrelle Louis, Thomas Bonneau, great job - we sold 50/50 to raise money for 542-4328, ext. 212. We would just like to Maureen Vedan, Cam Gabriel, Peggy Joe, their entrance fee, Vernetta McMillan won have the contents returned please - no ques- Brad Deneault, Dean Louis. $231.50 - thank you to everyone who bought tions asked. tickets. 3rd Place: Millertime - T-Shirts. Peggy Joe and Abby Marchand for their The Homerun Contest was great - we had Shane Miller, Dani Saddleman, Chris Wilson, assistance around the ball-park and in the participants from all teams take part, with the Presley Poitras, Darren Peters, Justin Joe, concession. youngest competitor being J.J. Louis (14), Tara Joe, Ryan Joe, Colin Whitney, Nicole Mervin Louis for an excellent job on the Hand who put two over the fence. Emery Parker Chillihitzia , Twyla Lindley and Nadine Carved Paddles for the Tournament MVP’s was again the victor going 4-5 in the 2nd Chillihitzia. Diane Louis & Judy Marchand for their assis- round to take the cash prize of $115.00. For tance with the Scorekeeping. the Women Stephanie Wilson won $60 for hit- 4th Place: Westbank - Ball Caps. Wally Louis for stepping in and organizing the ting the ball the farthest. Jarvis McDougal, Bob Swite, Clay Clough, Youth team. Denise Clough, Frank Marchand, Julie Bob Sattler, Hi-Pro Corporate Sportswear & Sunday presented the spectator's with some Brewer, Erica Louis, Dylan Wilson, Judy & Promotional Products Ltd. nail biting action. In the quarter-final, Ted Clough, Norma Bonneau and Thomas www.hiprosportswear.com Phone: (250)542- Millertime defeated Westbank 15-5. While Bonneau. 3373 Fax (250)542-9757 - for his patience in Bob Swite, Clay Clough and Denise Clough the continuous changes we made to the all went 2-3, the offensive power of All-Stars: Uniforms, and Sweatshirts. Thanks Bob for a Millertime's Presley Poitras (4-4), Chris Westbank: Frank Marchand, Denise Clough job well done! Wilson (4-4); Danielle Saddleman and Tara Morley Rebels: Chuck Jerrica Joe both went 2-3, was no match for GFX: Kevin Gabriel, Kathy Terbasket Last but not least we would like to send a Westbank, who finished in 4th place. Primetime: Arnold Baptiste, Trudy Peterson very big thank you to Ruby Alexis, who came T-Birds: Dan Wilson, Sami Lewis and took pictures of our Tournament - she The Semi-final paired Millertime up against Okanagan Youth: J.J. Louis, Abby Marchand does an excellent job. In the event that I the host Jayhoo-Raiders. This game was a Goodwaters: Jay-T Bonneau, JoDeane overlooked anyone, please accept my apolo- site to watch, despite the downpour through- Williams gies. out the whole game, the fans witnessed a Outlaws: Mario Richard, Bernadette slug fest that went 8 innings to force interna- Dennis Jay who we all will remember for being a true tional rules. Jayhoo Raiders: Chris Bonneau, Sherry Louis sportsman in Hockey, Slo-pitch, Fast-pitch, Millertime: Presley Poitras, Dani Saddleman and an avid cultural keeper for our people International rules means that based on the SRI: Wayne Jack, Amanda Marchand through his canoeing and interest in our cul- 7th inning, the previous player before the last tural activities, would have appreciated seeing out for each team begins the 8th inning on Strike-Out: the turn out of his many friends, relatives and second base, the 8th inning starts with one King: Greg Goodwater - Goodwaters (2) team mates this year attend either the ball out for each team as well. At the top of the Queen: Nicole C - Millertime (2) tournament or join family and friends at the 8th inning Millertime began the inning with BBQ Saturday night. Presley Poitras on 2nd base - unfortunately, Based on the decision by the umpires, and Millertime was unable to bring Presley into the Tournament Organizers could not agree On behalf of the family: score. For Jayhoo-Raiders, Tyrelle Louis more that the following two individuals played Pam & Richard Louis Sr., Trenton and started on 2nd base, with one out already exceptional all weekend long, they exhibited Kennedy Louis, Richard Jr., Jenny, Erica, Richard Louis Jr., flied-out to advance Tyrelle true sportsmanship, and therefore were pre- Dixon and Katie; Martie, Tyrelle and to 3rd base. Maureen Vedan's power-bunt sented with Hand Carved Paddle's for Roshanne Louis we would like to congratulate single was able to score Tyrelle from 3rd base Tournament MVP'S: all the players for the great games, and and win the game 14 - 13. K'La Bonneau - GFX express our gratitude and appreciation that Thomas Bonneau - Jayhoo Raiders you chose to spend the weekend with us. Jayhoo Raiders went on to face GFX - Penticton in the Championship Game. GFX We would like to thank the following individu- I hope to have our website operational very had not lost a game all weekend, and they als, without their support the Tournament soon where you can go to view the pictures continued their winning streak to defeat the could not have been as successful as it was: taken over the weekend the address is: Raiders 14 - 9. We would like to congratulate John Henry Wilson - he raked and tended the http://www.freewebs.com/jayhoo_raiders GFX on an exceptional game and the true fields all weekend, and he helped out with show of sportsmanship! Well done guys & getting the ball fields ready. gals! Tiffany Wilson - she took it upon herself to June 2007 Senk l ip News 14 SPORTS Jay D. Louis Memorial Co-ed Slo-pitch Tournament May 25th - 27th, 2007 Pictures Submitted by: Ruby Alexis

Richard Louis Jr. giving K’la Bonneau & Thomas Bonneau their MVPs

4th Place Team-Westbank

Emery Parker-Homerun Contest Winner

3rd Place Team-Millertime

Richard Louis Sr. Maureen Vedan Curtis Gabriel Richard Louis Jr. June 2007 Senk l ip News 15 SPORTS Jay D. Louis Memorial Co-ed Slo-pitch Tournament May 25th - 27th, 2007 Pictures Submitted by: Ruby Alexis

Jayhoo’s Celebrating

2nd Place Team-Jayhoo Raiders

Chris Bonneau

Sherry Louis

1st Place Team-GFX

Presley Poitras Justin Joe Danielle & Shane Miller Peggy Joe

Mark Williams Tara Joe Martie Louis Cam Gabriel Tyrelle Louis June 2007 Senk l ip News 16 SPORTS Girls Midget Tournament Pictures submitted by: Ruby Alexis

Tara Joe Julie Brewer Sam Lewis Nicole Eustache

Sam Lewis

Sam Lewis Nicole Eustache Julie Brewer 1st Annual Central BC Aboriginal Youth Hockey Tournament Williams Lake, BC August 30th to September 2nd, 2007 Tykes to Juveniles Boys and Girls Divisions $600.oo per team More information contact: Tara Joe Kristy Palmantier (250) 296-3524 Nicole Eustache Debbie Robbins (250) 392-6506 Litlle Coyote Kids Ball Geraldine Bob (250) 296-0104 Calling all players ages 5-11 years old! Cynthia Dick (250) 305-5301

The games will be on Saturday, June 23rd, from 10am to 2:00pm, If you have any sports stories or pictures, send them anytime. at the Nk’ma’pel’qs Gathering Many readers have said that they want to see a larger sports section! Sign up at Neehoot, Arrowhead, or Little Kingdom If you have any questions, comments, or ideas send them to me anytime at [email protected], or call me at For more info call Colleen at 542-7132 542-4328, ext.218. June 2007 Senk l ip News 17

2007 National Aboriginal Day Celebration To: All BC Chiefs Penticton, British Columbia Thursday, June 21, 2007 NOTICE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. EVERYONE WELCOME. CHECK OUT of the ALL OF OUR EVENTS! BC Assembly of First Nations 4th ANNUAL OKANAGAN LAKE PARK - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. GENERAL MEETING Hosted by the Ookanakane Friendship Center CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES & GAMES In keeping with its Society Constitution and Bylaws, the BC STICKGAME & STORY TELLING, EGG TOSS, HOOLA HOOP CONTEST, 3 LEGGED RACE Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) is giving notice to its member- REGISTRATION 11:00 a.m. ship of the upcoming Annual General Meeting. Please note the GRAND ENTRY 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. following in your calendars: RAFFLE 2:30 - 3:00 Painted Hand Drum, Star Quilt & Traditional Mask Location: Parker Bonneau Memorial Centre Dancers & Singers Arts & Crafts Vendors - set up by donation 154 Parker Cove Buffalo Burger Feast by donation 12:00 pm Vernon, BC V1H 2A1 Date: June 28, 2007 PENTICTON INDIAN BAND BALLPARK 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Time: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm (lunch provided) Hosted by the Penticton Indian Band SPONSORED BY THE PENTICTON INDIAN BAND CHIEF & COUNCIL, SUPER SAVE GAS, and Agenda: PENTICTON INDIAN BAND COMMUNITY MEMBERS Agenda will be sent out shortly. However, please be advised that Registration Opens at 2:00 p.m. elections for the following positions will take place during the Grand Entry begins at 4:00 p.m. Assembly: " Powwow Exhibitions & Contest " Aboriginal Kids Music Contest " 5K Walk/Run 1. BCAFN Board of Director (1) " Salmon Feast $10 a plate 5:00 pm 2. BCAFN Women's Council Representative (1) Proceeds go to support the PIB Honour Your Health Team for the Arthritis 3. BCAFN Male Youth Representative (1) Society, the PIB Youth Group and the GFX Fast Pitch Team 4. BCAFN Female Youth Representative (1) Penticton Indian Band Ball Park One Day Powwow - Exhibition & Contests First 2 drum groups to call will receive a $150 honorarium - must have at least 4 singers. Travel and Accommodation: Free Camping available at the PIB Ball Park for Thursday night only. A block of rooms at the Prestige Hotel and Conference Centre Teen Girls All Around 13 - 17 Vernon has been set aside under the BCAFN for this meeting. 1st $200 sponsored by PIB Chief & Council Please quote "BCAFN" when making your reservation in order to 2nd $100 sponsored by PIB Health Department receive our preferred rate. Address: 4411 32nd Street, Teen Boys All Around 13 - 17 1st $200 sponsored by PIB Chief & Council Toll-free phone number: 1-877-737-8443. 2nd $100 sponsored by PIB Health Department Jr. Girls Fancy Special 7 - 12 years For those of you who may be interested in taking your RV or trailer 1st $125 sponsored by Anona Kampe or even camping, Newport Beach Recreational Park is just a few 2nd $50 sponsored by O.N.T.E.H. minutes from the meeting location. Phone number: 1-250-542- 3rd $25 sponsored by PIB Health Department Men's Fancy Special 18 & over 7432 1st $300 2nd $200 sponsored by Aboriginal Policing Registration: 3rd $100 sponsored by GFX Fastball Team Please complete and fax in your registration form by June 4, 2007. KIDS MUSIC CONTEST sponsored by Kasp of 7th Generation -Hip hop - Country - Rock - Etc- Proxies: 5 years - 8 years In order to make this Assembly successful, we have our proxy 1st $30 2nd $20 3rd $10 template should you not be able to attend this meeting. 9 years - 12 years Completed proxy forms may be faxed to our office no later than 1st $40 2nd $30 3rd $20 June 25, 2007. After June 25, proxy holders must bring the com- 5K Walk/Run for Everyone! Register at the Penticton Indian Band Hall pleted proxy form to the Assembly. REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 5:00 P.M. WALK/RUN begins at 6:00 P.M. Registrants receive $2.00 off the salmon feast and a chance to For more information on the BCAFN Annual General Assembly, enter for great prizes. please contact Lacey Baker at 604-922-7733. Hosted by PEACH CITY RUNNERS & the Penticton Indian Band IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR DANCE CONTESTANTS Registration for contests begins at 2:00 p.m. Registration closes at 3:30 p.m. Grand Entry will begin at 4:00 p.m. SHARP at the PIB Ball Park Senk’l’ip News Advertising Rates: All contestants MUST take part in grand entry in order to qualify for ALL contests. 1/16 Page($13.75) Winners will be announced at 8:30 p.m. Arts & Crafts Vendors 1/8 Page ($27.00) " No Sales of Food, Candy or Beverages Please! 1/4 Page ($54.40) " $30 for the entire day. Limit 20 tables. 1/2 Page ($77.40) " Please call by Friday, June 15th to register. 3/4 Page ($103.40) " Please supply your own tables Full Page ($196.00) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Directory-3 months ($25.00) Elaine Alec (Penticton Indian Band) at (250) 462-2532 or [email protected] For more information contact Tetku Parker at 542-4328 Laura Elliot (Ooknakane Friendship Center) at ext.218, or by email at [email protected] (250) 490-3504 or [email protected] June 2007 Senk l ip News 18

APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR FULL CIRCLE FIRST NATIONS PERFORMANCE 2 YEAR ENSEMBLE TRAINING PROGRAM/ 2007-2009

Developing innovative, professional Aboriginal performing artists who can create powerful contemporary artistic practices from, and with, strong traditional connections. OKANAGAN NATION TRANSITION/EMERGENCY HOUSE RR#2 Site 60 Comp. 27 Deadline for applications is July 15th,2007 Penticton B.C. V2A 6J7 Ph. (250) 493-4902 More Information & Applications may be found on our website: Fax. (250) 493-4952 www.fullcircleperformance.ca:

Summer Student Employment This is a two-year, four-term, subsidized program that runs from Fund Raiser September thru April. This program is generously funded through the Required Immediately National Arts Training Contribution Program of the Department of Canadian Heritage. Okanagan Nation Transition/emergency House requires a fund raiser. This position will coordinate and conduct fundraising events The Ensemble Training Program provides an opportunity for partici- for Okanagan Nation Transition Emergency House. pating artists, both professional and pre-professional, to learn a vari- ety of skills and become part of Full Circle's Ensemble--ideal for o Minimum Grade 12 education or GED Certificate or Aboriginal artists who wish to develop and practice their art in a way equivalent. that appreciates cultural traditions. This exciting collaborative work o Valid BC Drivers license aims at developing Aboriginal artists and practices that embody, cele- o Reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance, driver abstract brate, and share an understanding of their peoples' traditions. required. o Must have a clear Criminal Record Check. The program allows participating artists to develop skills that will o Preference will be given to applicants from Aboriginal or assist them in both the evolution of forms for their own personal artis- Okanagan Nation. tic practice, as well as for group creation. Training is grounded within the context of an Ensemble focus. This methodology supports the Wage: $ 10.00 per hour development of individuals with a commitment to creating a cohesive, No deadline for applications. connected, and unified "voice" within themselves; and a desire to apply that "voice" towards the creation of Contemporary Aboriginal A complete job description is available upon request. To apply for Arts practices that embody, celebrate, and share understanding of this position please fax, email, or mail your resume to: Aboriginal perspectives and principles within the community.

Attention: Pam Louis This two-year, subsidized Ensemble Training Program was created in RR#2 Site 60 Comp. 27 2002 by Margo Kane, Artistic & Managing Director of Full Circle: First Penticton B.C. V2A 6J7 Nations Performance, and based in Vancouver, BC. Ph. (250) 462-0686 Fax. (250) 493-4952 This program is generously funded through the National Arts Training Email to: [email protected] Contribution Program of the Department of Canadian Heritage. ROUNDLAKE TREATMENT CENTRE ROUNDLAKE TREATMENT CENTRE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES POSITION TITLE: CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER POSITION TITLE: JANITOR Part time TENURE: ON-CALL/Rotating Shift Work/Part-time/Temporary SALARY: $10.18 Per TENURE: ON-CALL Shift Work Hour/Bi-weekly SALARY: $10.18 Per Hour/Bi-weekly Job Summary: Job Summary: Reporting to the Residence Director, the position of Client Support Worker is responsible Reporting to the Residence Supervisor, the Janitor position is responsible for the provisions for the supervision and support of the Centre's Clients. The Client Support Worker partici- of janitorial services for Round Lake Treatment Centre's buildings according to cleaning pates in client activities and out of business hours assumes responsibility for the Centre. schedules established by Round Lake Treatment Centre's management. The Janitor may The Client Support Worker will do rotating shift work (days, evening, nights and week- work rotating shifts (days, evening and weekends). ends) Qualifications, Skills & Abilities: Qualifications, Skills & Abilities: " Successful Completion of Grade 10 or ABE Equivalent " Successful Completion of Grade 12 " Custodial Worker Certification preferred or commensurate training and " Valid Class 4, Driver's License work experience. " Valid First Aid & CPR Certification " Knowledge of health & safety regulations. " Be 3 years abstinence from Alcohol and Drugs " Knowledge of WHMIS. " Knowledge of addictions & recovery " Knowledge of addictions & recovery. " Excellent written & oral communication skills " Excellent written & oral communication skills. " Basic computer skills, i.e. email, word processing, spreadsheets, etc. " Ability to safely lift 25 pounds. " Ability to safely lift 25 pounds and healthy " Ability for maintaining stamina to do physical labour. " Aboriginal Health Worker Certificate or 2 years equivalent experience in a " Ability to work effectively as a team player and independently. Residential Treatment setting " Effective time management skills. " Knowledge and understanding of First Nations customs & traditions " Preference will be given to those with Aboriginal Ancestry " Successful candidates must provide a Criminal Records Check " Successful candidate must be willing to undergo a Criminal Records Check " 3 years sobriety Please submit a covering letter, updated resume and 3 business references to: Pat Lawrence, Interim Executive Director Please submit a covering letter, current resume and 3 business references to: Round Lake Treatment Centre 200 Emery Louis Road Pat Lawrence, Residence Director Armstrong, B.C. V02 1B5 Round LakeTreatment Centre CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED 200 Emery Louis Road **An Eligibility List will be established** Armstrong, B.C. V02 1B5 Email: [email protected] CLOSING DATE: Until Position filled Website: www.roundlake.bc.ca Email: [email protected] Website: www.roundlake.bc.ca June 2007 Senk l ip News 19

ROUNDLAKE TREATMENT CENTRE ROUND LAKE TREATMENT CENTRE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Summer Student ON CALL COOK - SUMMER 2007 Administrative Assistant POSITION TITLE: COOK - Part time General Description: TENURE: ON-CALL Shift Work The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing support services to the administra- SALARY: $10.18 Per Hour/Bi-weekly tive staff of Round Lake Treatment Centre. The Administrative Assistant will be assisting the Job Summary: Administrative Staff with coordinating the Client Gathering. The following list represents sig- Reporting to the Resident Director the incumbent is responsible for the orderly and effi- nificant duties and responsibilities and is illustrative, not exhaustive; additional duties may be cient management of the Centre's dining facilities according to established standards of assigned. practice and applicable food preparation regulations. Major responsibilities of the position Telephone/reception include food preparation and service, inventory control and maintenance, and general Photocopying/Filing cleaning. Food preparation and service include: menu planning and meal preparation in Cataloging /Research conjunction with Chef, knowledge of restricted or special dietary food preparation, compli- Mail outs/emails ance with safe food handling practices. General cleaning duties include, but are not limit- Data entry/typing ed to, dishwashing, cleaning food and storage areas, and sanitize and clean all food Educational Requirements: preparation areas. Minimum completion of grade 12 Mandatory Requirements Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: Returning to school in the fall 2007 " Grade 12 completion preferred Effective written and oral communication " Completion of a recognized food preparation training program or commensurate Effective time management skills training and work experience Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision " Knowledge of health and safety regulations, in conjunction with food preparation Previous office equipment experience " Food Safe Certificate Experience with Internet searches " Knowledge of First Nations customs and tradition as they relate to food services Computer skills " Ability and stamina to do physical labour Alcohol & Drug free " Good communication and interpersonal skills Assets: " 3 years sobriety Knowledge of First Nations peoples culture, customs Submit cover letter, current resume and three business references to the attention; Knowledge of alcohol and drug addictions

Pat Lawrence, Residence Director The Administrative Assistant posting is a Summer Student position, July 3, 2007 to August Round Lake Treatment Centre 28, 2007. 8 weeks duration. 200 Emery Louis Road Closing Date: June 25, 2007 at 12:00 noon Armstrong, BC V0E 1B5 Interviews will be June 28, 2007 Fax: (250) 546-3227 Only those potential candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Send resume and a professional reference to: Email: [email protected] Anne Gregoire, Executive Assistant Website: www.roundlake.bc.ca Round Lake Treatment Centre 200 Emery Louis Road Closing Date: until position filled Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B5 Email: [email protected] Website: www.roundlake.bc.ca

ROUND LAKE TREATMENT CENTRE B.C. Public Service Aboriginal Youth Internship Program EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Full-Time Opportunity 10 Aboriginal Internships Victoria or Vancouver or a Regional Office SUMMER STUDENT Salary - $1,496.06 bi-weekly MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT Experience what it is like to work in British Columbia's Public Service and an Aboriginal organization, and get a jump start on your future career endeavors. We're offering Aboriginal General Description youth the unique opportunity to take part in a 12-month internship program. Don't miss this The Senior Maintenance Assistant is responsible for providing grounds maintenance sup- chance to increase your knowledge and skills in many areas and to discover new abilities. port under the supervision and direction of the Residence Director and working with Maintenance. The following list represents significant duties and responsibilities and is In this program, you will spend nine-months in a provincial ministry followed by three-months illustrative, not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned. in a selected Aboriginal organization. Along with a rewarding sense of achievement, this internship will provide you with employment experience and the potential for ongoing " Undertake regular maintenance of Centre grounds; including lawn and employment in the provincial government or in Aboriginal organizations. It will also help you landscaping, and recycling to develop leadership skills and define your personal and professional goals. " Fire prevention perimeter clearing " General maintenance and repair skills Some of the exciting areas you may be working in include: " Other assigned tasks " Financial management & provincial budget process Educational Requirements " Records and data management " Completion of Grade 10 " Human resources and personnel development " Program development and delivery Mandatory Requirements " Policy analysis " Returning to school in the fall 2007 " Effective written and oral communication skills This opportunity is available to ten Aboriginal youth. We're looking for someone who is per- " Effective time management skills sonable, willing to learn, and who communicates well, both verbally and in writing. " Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team To become one of the successful applicants, you must have: " Be in good health - A minimum of grade 12 with some post-secondary education or equivalent work, Assets life and education experience; " Knowledge of First Nation's peoples culture and customs - Leadership experience, either through work or volunteering; and " Knowledge of alcohol and drug addiction - Good knowledge of Aboriginal governments/organizations and the Aboriginal population that you represent. The Maintenance Assistant posting is a Summer Student position, start date July 3 to August 28, 2007. 8 week duration. For more detailed information about this opportunity, please view the Intern Job Profile attached below. To apply for this career-shaping opportunity, please send the following infor- Submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the attention of the mation via the e-mail at [email protected] (Please indicate the Competition num- Hiring Committee to: ber in the subject line), or in person/mail/courier to the BC Public Service Agency, 3rd floor - 940 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 9E7 or facsimile to (250) 387-0774. Round Lake Treatment Centre 200 Emery Louis Road For additional information on the BC Public Service Aboriginal Youth Internship Program, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B5 please visit http://www.bcpublicservice.ca/AboriginalYouthInternship. Fax: (250) 546-3227 Email: [email protected] Deadline for internship applications: June 28th, 2007 Internship selection begins: June 29th, 2007 Closing Date: June 25, 2004 Internships begin: September 10th, 2007 June 2007 20

Position Title: Cultural Heritage Data Collector Reports To: Mandell Pinder Application deadline is June 21, 2007. Please submit all resumes to Mandell Pinder, Barristers and Solicitors, 422 - 1080 Mainland Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 2T4 Attention: Paula Kiess. Fax #604-681- 0959 Summary OKANAGAN NATION TRANSITION/EMERGENCY HOUSE Conducts interviews with persons with knowledge of cultural her- RR#2 Site 60 Comp. 27 itage, oral traditions, including relating to Okanagan social/political Penticton B.C. V2A 6J7 organization. Ph. (250) 493-4902 Core Responsibilities Fax. (250) 493-952 " Conducts interviews of persons with knowledge of cultural her itage, oral traditions and Okanagan social/political organiza Job Posting Relief Workers tion, including preparing summaries of interviews; Required Immediately " Assists legal team in collecting oral tradition evidence, includ Okanagan Nation Transition/emergency House requires relief work- ing assisting with organizing interviews and identifying rele ers for on call work. This work includes morning, evening, night, vant data. and weekend shift work. The Executive Director supervises this Knowledge and Skills Required position. Knowledge: To be considered for this position the following qualifications are Understanding gained through education and/or required: experience. o Minimum Grade 12 education or GED Certificate or equiva Skills: lent. " Ability to speak the Okanagan language is an asset; o Minimum two-year Wellness Plan (Plan for maintaining bal " Good communication and interpersonal skills to work within ance and wellness in day to day life) Okanagan communities; o Degree in Child and Youth, Human Services Worker Degree, " Knowledge of Okanagan traditional culture and territory and of Aboriginal Transition House Worker Training or certificate in communities' protocol; related discipline, or a combination of education and experi " Knowledge of Okanagan oral traditions; ence equivalent to the foregoing. " Ability to be flexible and to use an interview script as a guide; o Experience in working with families in crises. " Ability to read and write well and to keep good research o Excellent written and verbal communications skills. records; Okanagan language is an asset. " Thorough, dependable and committed to work in a team envi o Valid BC Drivers license - Class 4 an asset. ronment; o Reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance, driver abstract " Ability to work independently; required. " An understanding of the importance of a high level of confiden o Must have a clear Criminal Record Check. tiality; and o Must be in good physical and mental health, (Doctor's " Working knowledge of video/audio equipment. Certificate and TB Test) Other Terms o Preference will be given to applicants from Aboriginal or " Work in the office established by the Clients, and within the Okanagan Nation. community, as required; " Commitment to work to the completion of the project; Wage: $ 12.00 per hour " Temporary, part time; To apply for this position please fax, email, or mail your resume to: " Salary to be negotiated; Attention: Pam Louis " Start date - as soon as possible. RR#2 Site 60 Comp. 27 Penticton B.C. V2A 6J7 The above is intended to describe the general content of and Ph. (250) 462-0686 requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be con- Fax. (250) 493-4952 strued as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibil- Email to: [email protected] ities or requirements. Logging machinery operator (Buncher, English, Write English Other Information: Please fax resume Skidder, Processor (2)) (NOC: 8241) Type of Harvesting: Pulpwood harvest- and driver's abstract to 403 638-5231 Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full ing, Saw log harvesting Time, Shift, Day Machinery and Equipment: Grapple, Employer: KMD Contracting Ltd Salary: $23.00 to $30.00 Hourly for 40 Feller buncher, Loader, Log processor hours per week, Other Benefits Type of Logging: Clear cutting (patch How to Apply: Anticipated Start Date: As soon as pos- logging) Please apply for this job only in the sible Location: Kamloops, BC, British Geographical Location: Interior British manner specified by the employer. Columbia (4 vacancies ) Columbia, Alberta Failure to do so may result in your Specific Skills: Operate machines to application not being properly consid- Skill Requirements: transport trees from logging areas to ered for the position. Education: Not applicable landing or log loading sites in moun- By Phone between 9:00 and 17:00: Credentials (certificates, licences, tainous terrain, Assess site and terrain (403) 638-7730 memberships, courses, etc.): Not Essential Skills: Reading text, Writing, By Fax: (403) 638-5231 required Oral communication, Working with oth- Advertised until: 2007/06/30 Experience: Experience an asset ers, Problem solving, Decision making, Languages: Speak English, Read Critical thinking, Continuous learning Senk l ip News June 2007 21

My family and I would like to thank all participants who supported the Highway to Tears raffle. Josie Saddleman co-ordinated the prizes, and Al Mitchell will be holding the funds until needed. The raffle raised $437.00.

The Highway of Tears ride idea began when elder Unity Rider Wilfred Tom from Spahomin saw an article in the paper about what was happening up there. In the last 20 years a dozen or more women, young and old, have gone missing while hitch-hiking along the highway between Prince Rupert and Prince George. Most have been found murdered and the rest are still missing.

Wilfred's dream is to have a Unity Ride to bring aware- ness to this atrocity and to support a ceremony to stop these violent acts against aboriginal women.

Josie had the idea of the raffle when I was telling her that my friend Laurie Patrick from D'Arcy and I were getting prepared to travel to that country to meet with some families that Laurie has been in communication with. These funds will aide in setting up the contacts, the route and the connection with our nation to theirs.

In the coming weeks we will keep you all informed as details are made.

Once again thanks for the support and may the creator bless your lives in a special way.

Kwukwukst isnqsilxw. In Friendship, Eric Mitchell

The winners of the raffle are: 1) Elvis Blanket-Bonnie Martin 2) $50-Carolyn Blackwell 3) Elvis Picture/Elvis Movie-Laura Louis 4) Jailhouse Rock Picture-Myrna Wallace 5) Camouflage Pillows-Leslie Issac 6) Elvis Calendar-Emery Robins 7) Book of Quotes by Elvis-Jean C.

ONE STEP AT A TIME WALK

The "One Step at a Time" Walk held on May 5, 2007 was a success.

We would like to thank those who participated, volunteered, and made donations.

BC Native Women's Society - providing hot dogs, buns, refreshments Alexis Park Elementary School cultural program stu- dents/Mollie Bono - creating signs to carry on the walk Constable Brooks - RCMP escort Frank Arnouse - OKIB fire department escort Peggy Joe - registration Anne Wilson - driver Neehoot Grocery - meeting area for walk, and providing water Jackie Lewis - items for give away Penticton Indian Band Health Department - items for give away

We would like to make this an annual event and would love to see community participation grow!

Limlimpt, Toni Gallicano June 2007 Senk l ip News 22 June 2007 Senk l ip News 23

Nk'mapel'qs Gathering 2007 Schedule of Events Friday June 22 2007 4:00 Dancers and Drums Registration Open 5:30 Drum Roll Call - Dancers Assemble 6:00 Blessing of the Pow Wow Grounds- Grass Dancers 6:30 Grand Entry - Flag Song - Welcome address Open Stick Game - Ongoing 7:00 Exhibition & Inter-Tribal Dancing 10:00 Retiring of the Colors

Saturday June 23 2007 8:00 Morning Ceremony (lake near dock) 10:00 Crafts, Double ball (meet under orange/blue tent) 10:00 to 2:00 Little Coyote Kids Ball 10:00 - 3:00 Drop-in Bingo (under orange/blue tent) 11:00 Carving instruction, Archery Instruction & Tipi Raising Instruction (meet under the orange/blue tent) 11:30 Dancers & Drum Roll Call (arbour) 12:00 Blessing of the Pow Wow Grounds- Grass Dancers 12:15 Grand Entry - Flag Song 12:15 Canoe Paddlers dock near arbour (then enter arbour) 1:00 - 2:00 Youth/Novice Horse Shoe Registration (informa tion tent). Crafts, double ball, Stick Game Instruction (meet under orange/blue tent) 2:00 & 4:00 Youth/Novice Horse Shoe games start Dream Catcher Making Instruction, Carving Instruction, Archery Competition & Tipi Raising Instruction ((meet under orange/blue tent) 3:00 Stick Game Tournament (under orange/blue tent) Rock Painting, Pine Needle Basket Making Instruction, Archery Competition (meet under orange/blue tent) 4:00 - 6:00 'LITEFOOT' PERFORMANCE (Ball field) 4:00 Kick stick Tournament (meet under orange/blue tent) 4:00 - 5:30 Stick Games tournament Registration (under orange/blue tent) Performance by ‘Litefoot’ Saturday, June 23 4pm – 6pm please check out his 5:00 Gathering Feast will be severed under orange/blue tent site to get familiar with some of his work www.litefoot.com . Litefoot will be 6:00 Drum Roll call arriving to the Gathering on Friday, June 22 and staying throughout the week- - Dancers assemble end. 6:00 Open Stick Game Tournament (under orange/blue tent) Host Drum for Pow Wow - Eyahey Nakoda, they have placed 2nd at the 2005 6:30 Grand Entry gathering of nations. They are a well known drum group from Morley, Alberta - Flag Song here are some sites you can visit www.myspace.com/eyaheynakoda 10:00 Retiring of Flag www.geocities.com/eyahey_nakoda.

Sunday June 24 2007 Okanagan Song: everyone invited to bring hand drum and come join in for 8:00 Morning Ceremony (lake near dock) Opening Ceremonies Friday evening (agenda for details). 8:00 - 10:00 Pancake Breakfast Served by OKIB Council (by donation) Traditional Feast Saturday, June 23 @ 5pm. 9:00 Run for the Drum (meet at arbour) Stick Game tournament and also open games starting Friday night. 10:00 - 12:00 Registration for 19 and under stick game tournament Run for the Drum: this is an annual event and is growing every year so if you 10:00 Rock Painting, Tipi Raising Instruction, Double- would like to participate there are no fees just show up at designated ball (meet under orange/blue tent) time/place as outlined in the agenda attached (drum awarded for winners of 11:00 Open Horse Shoe games (at horseshoe pit) categories). Carving Instruction, Tipi Raising Instruction Horseshoe Tournaments: there will be an open along with a Youth/Novice so all (meet under orange/blue tent) can participate (prizes for 1st & 2nd place teams) 11:00 Drum Roll Call (arbour) - Gathering of Dancers Vendors welcome please contact for details. 11:30 Grand Entry (arbour) - Flag Song And much more please check attached agenda for more details. If anyone has 12:00 Gecko making (meet under orange/blue tent) any questions please feel free to contact myself or Len Lindstrom at 250-542- Tipi Raising Competition (meet at Tipi location) 4328. 1:00 19 & Under Stick games Tournament start time Volunteers are always needed and welcomed so if anyone is interested in vol- 2:00 Closing Ceremony unteering in anyway possible please give Sharmaine or Len a call at 542-4328. 5:00 Retiring of the Flag Hope to see you all there! June 2007 Senk l ip News 24

A community ‘Day of Action’ event planning meet- ing will be held on June 18th @ the HOL Hall @ 7pm. For more information please see attached poster. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out and participate and find out more details of the local issues at hand. June 2007 Senk l ip News 25

Poems by Gail Hickman

Wounded Soul I heard your cries, I felt your pain I saw glimpses of darkness, I smelled fear

I knew not before this day of your suffering The afflictions that you experienced Your spiritual being Being stretched beyond their limits Feeling the numbing coldness of despair I ache inside For you were robbed of you joy Smothered by the spirit od division, frustration and abandonment Missing constant stability Lack of praise, acknowledgement & support Eating away at your core like a cancer devouring your body Quietly and slowly I became aware That we share a common thread We learned together we’ve experienced or felt similar feelings We know now that we’re not alone

I sensed a wave of relief, we have dropped the veil from our eyes Removed the masks we his behind & bared our souls Now I beleive we have started our healing Our jouney in life is ever-changing We shouldn’t let the roadblocks stop our growth Do look for a detou, u-turn, or an exit Depression, self pity & feelings of uncertainty Blind you from seeing hope

When you look at a red rose flower do you see the beauty in the shape Smell the scent of it’s perfume Or do you focus on the prickly thorns that could cut your finger

Are you grateful fot the country that we were born in Having free will to chose out own destiny Each of us have different layers of understanding I hope you will one day be at peace with yourself, and in your life.

I Am One Person I am one person who can love Share love and be loved I can listen; be your strength A friend doesn’t judge, but is there to help Share experiences, laugh freely with Enjoys your company, and listens to your stories I DO CARE ABOUT YOU! I pray that the hardness of your heart be destroyed Your senses be restored You awaken from your slumber Be alert, alive, and aware Feel comforts of joy And the different textures of love Experience contentment without feeling guilt Feel your chest swell from within From the warmth of hapiness That you receive blessings Throughout your life I see your beauty I hope sharing my gift of words help you Realize you’re not invisible Your voice was heard, and I respect your feelings I know in today’s society People can be overlooked, ignored, and taken for grant- ed That’s why it’s so important to value those friendships That we have created, and not let silence or ignorance Get in the way of our communication. Thank you for opening the window Sharing your life with me.

June 4th, 2007 June 2007 Senk l ip News 26 Community Pictures Falkland Stampede Parade, Pictures: Ruby Alexis

Kindergarten Pictographs Field Trip, Pictures: Ruby Alexis

Brown’s Creek Logging Case, Pictures:Tetku Parker June 2007 Senk l ip News 27 Community Pictures Brown’s Creek Logging Case, Pictures:Tetku Parker

Waterslides, Student Celebration, Pictures: Tetku Parker June 2007 Senk l ip News 28 Community Announcements Happy Birthday Wishes to: Rosemary Flundra Leo Louis Gladys Oppenheimer April Alexis Coleen Fred Lindsey Louis Pam Oppenheimer Rose Alexis Sheldon George Lydia Louis Willy Oppenheimer Clifford Banks Greg Goodwater Martie Louis & Kennedy Louis Lillian Ostberg Dawn Bonneau David Gregoire Veronica Louis Aaron Parker Gary Bonneau Lana-Marie Hall Dean Louis Rachel Parker Meagan Bonneau Bert Hinch Amanda Marchand Rhoda Poschienrieder Shila Bonneau Gordon Hoode Colin Marchand Shirley Richter Stacey Bonneau Myrna Issac Gordon Marchand Ranger Robins Tyler Bonneau Delphine Jack Irene Marchand Sandra Saddleman Carly Brandon Janice Jack Jamie Marchand Ryan Seto Donna Brennan Jessica Jack John Marchand Kenneth Shannon Cory Brewer Marylin Jack Leonard Marchand Issac Simpson Deanna Brewer Helena Joe Marlene Marchand Steve Simpson Meagan Brewer Justin Joe Pernell Marchand Jason Spotted Eagle Shirley Brown Detton Lake Frank Marchand Gary Stark Rhonda Cameron Kathleen Lawrence Chris Marchand Millie Steel Marcel Caru Troy Lawrence Jesse Marchand Sheridan Terbasket Karen Clarke Levi Lewis Chesa McLaws Nancy Tonasket Rita Clegg Martina Lewis Irene McClean August Tronson Gloria Cohen Todd Lewis Ron McMillan April Underhill Jody Currie Anita Lopez Stanley Michell Jennifer White Roger Cutchie Darrick Louie Beverly Mitchell Sidney Williams Deborah Dick Shane Louie Micheal Miller Hannah Wilson Carl Douglas Carmela Louis Buffy Mills Marvell Wilson Scott Duncan Debra Louis Linda Mitchell Will.Wilson Elizabeth Enyeart Falon Louis Vanessa Mitchell Jaclyn Wragg Gregory Eustache Jennifer Louis Anita Navajo Joan Zabotel John Ferguson Larry Louis Terry Oppen Deborah Zoutendyk Happy Anniversary Happy Belated Birthday Ramona Wilson says, to Happy Birthday to Cortney Bonneau “Congratualtions to my son, Kelly & Neesa Bonneau to Boyd Louis Gottfriedson, for 11 years on June 8th! Marvell Wilson-June 4th graduating from St. Ann’s And congratualtions Academy in Kamloops. Boyd Martina Lewis-June 27th to has attended St. Ann’s since Levi Lewis-June 27th Derick & Fernanda Kindergarten, and I am so Todd Lewis-June 10th on the upcoming proud of his achievement. He birth of your baby is planning to attend Camosun From the Lewis Family College this fall and eventually in September! apply to the RCMP. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE FOLLOWING JUNE BABIES: Happy Birthday Wishes to June 6th Phil Wilson who will be 12 years old on June 12th, Jocelyn Ottesen-4, Jason Danica Jensen who will be 11 years old on June 14th, Marty Ottesen-33, Kaylan Lawrence-8, Marchand who will be turning into a fossil of 42 on June 15th, Bradey Lawrence-5. and Colin Marchand who will be celebrating his 21st birthday!

On June 27th, Tim & Bernice Jensen will be celebrating their 15th Wedding Anniversary! Happy 18th Birthday May your special day be filled with laughter, love, and lots of to birthday cake! Brittany Gregoire #6 Happy Anniversary to Love from the Brown-Marchand Family, Marchand Family, Dave & Bonnie Lawrence Oliverius Family, Wilson Family, Jensen Family, Marchand- 33 years on July 4th! Holmes Family, and Richard Family. Happy Birthday to Yeye-Sandra Saddleman on June 1st, Grampa Larry Louis on June 3rd, Uncle Justin Joe & Baby Veyo Parker on June 30th, and also a Belated Birthday to Suli Saddleman on May 14th!

Your an inspiration, keep up the hard work! Mom, Kyra, & Sonny