Volume 17 Issue 2 Published monthly by the Union of Indians - Anishinabek Nation Single Copy: $2.00 March 2005 IN THE NEWS Federal budget only funding WANTED two First Nation houses per year Anishinabek Writers By Jamie Monastyrski ence about aboriginal issues. One (Files from Wire Services) spoke about shameful conditions. NIPISSING FN — First Well, if there’s an acceptance and a Nations across are disap- recognition that indeed conditions pointed with the 2005 Federal are shameful, well, what are we budget, especially with the alloca- going to do about those shameful tion to address a growing housing conditions?” crisis. Although there was a definite “With this budget, the sense of disappointment from First Put your community on Government of Canada has done Nations over housing and residen- the map with stories and little to improve housing condi- tial school programs, the Union of photos. Earn money too. tions on ,” said Ontario Indians expressed opti- Contact Maurice Switzer, Editor Anishinabek Nation Grand mism over the government’s com- Telephone: (705) 497-9127 Council Chief John Beaucage, not- mitment towards youth and family Toll Free: 1-877-702-5200 ing that the budget translates into social programs and their attempt [email protected] two new houses a year for each of to meet the needs and addressing the 633 First Nations for five years. the priorities of First Nations com- FN Gaming guru “This announcement isn’t even Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief John Beaucage chats with munities. close to what is needed to improve actress and National Aboriginal Achievement Award winner Tina Keeper. All eyes will now be on next — The Ontario the squalid, substandard and over- fall’s planned summit of government has announced the crowded conditions in our commu- munities,” Beaucage said. “There General has said reserves are in a Aboriginal leaders and premiers, appointment of former Premier nities,” said Beaucage, elected is an immediate need for over housing crisis, and the Assembly of said Beaucage. “I think life will get David Peterson as the Province's leader of 42 First Nations across 85,000 new housing units across First Nations had asked for $1-bil- tougher for the AFN, and life will representative in discussions with Ontario represented by the Union Canada. About half of that is lion annually for housing. get tougher for the federal govern- First Nations on a new framework of Ontario Indians. required right here in Ontario with Assembly of First Nations ment. Because at some point, when for sharing gaming revenues. The federal government significant investment needed national chief Phil Fontaine said he you have families that live in sub- announced an allocation of $295 within Anishinabek Nation territo- too is “disappointed” with the standard conditions – almost Two join club million over five years, or 6,400 ry.” budget. “The government has squalor – what do they have to lose TORONTO — Two National new housing units, to address new Although the budget states this made some very bold commit- by creating a political statement in Aboriginal Achievement Award housing construction and renova- will “stabilize the housing situation ments to us. We have heightened some form or other? At some point, recipients have been named tions. on reserves,” the amount is far less expectations and people are wait- some of our young leaders are Officers of the Order of Canada. “We have to address the hous- than what aboriginal leaders have ing,” he said. “The last eight going to become very dissatisfied singer Susan Aglukark, and ing deficit within First Nation com- said is required. The Auditor- Throne Speeches, there’s a refer- and disillusioned.” Mohawk educator Marlene Brant-Castellano were described by NAAF chief executive Ottawa scrapping Roberta Jamieson as “outstanding role models for all Aboriginal people and distinguished post-secondary tax Canadians.” OTTAWA (CP) — The federal government will scrap a contentious proposal to tax grants for aboriginal college and university students, The Graham extradited Canadian Press has learned. VANCOUVER — John “Aboriginal students are the most under-represented in terms of suc- Graham will be extradited from cess,” a senior government source said on condition of anonymity. Canada to face first-degree mur- “There’s a wide gap. We’re looking to provide every incentive for First der charges in the United States Nations students to succeed.” for the brutal execution-style mur- Indian Affairs Minister Andy Scott let it slip at the Liberal policy con- der of Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash. vention Thursday that some “good news” on the issue was coming. He did not elaborate. FN auditor-general There was little to celebrate for aboriginal people last week, who REGINA — A Saskatchewan decried relatively meagre funding in the federal budget. aboriginal group says the federal Aboriginal causes received $735 million over five years – a fraction government is considering fund- of the billions set aside for the military, childcare and other high-profile ing to make the province the first Cheechoo in Sweden causes. This, despite Prime Minister Paul Martin's oft-repeated promise to have a First Nations auditor- Jonathan Cheechoo is not cooling his heels during the current shutdown to make aboriginal poverty a “national priority like never before.” general. of the National Hockey League. The Nashville Predators forward from Native leaders across Canada protested when it was proposed that Moose Factory is an active player of the Swedish Elite League, where top post-secondary funding received by about 30,000 native students a year price for playoff tickets is about $50 Canadian. – Details on page 22. should be taxed. Page 2 Anishinabek News March 2005 Elders Regional Doctor to receive award TORONTO — Dr. Thomas Dignan, a doctor Jubilee Medal in 2003, Dr. Dignan, has devoted discuss who has worked across Anishinabek territory over himself to helping First Nations people and bring- the past 35 years will be receiving the honour of a ing attention to the level of health issues on National Aboriginal Achievement in reserves. helpers Medicine this spring. He has been a pio- According to Dr. Dignan the most seri- neer in the area of the health of Aboriginal ous issue facing First Nations health in By Amber Simas peoples in Ontario and became the first Canada is the diabetes epidemic. It’s PETERBOROUGH — The Elders Ernie Benedict, First Nations person and oldest graduate where more resources should be directed, theme of Trent University’s 26th Akwesasne, and Shirley Williams, from the Faculty of Medicine at McMaster said Dr. Dignan. annual Elders and Traditional Wikwemikong. University up until 1981. “Diabetes is a sympotom of a much Teachers Gathering was – Photo by Priscilla Goulais “I have not done anything that some- larger problem, obesity. We need to con- “Naadimaagawin – The Role of body else wouldn’t have done,” he said. centrate our efforts on obesity in the First the Helper.” Opening ceremony was held in the new First Peoples “I’'ve just been given a gift by the Creator Nation,” he said. House of Learning. David Newhouse conducted the Thanksgiving to be a healer and I love what I do.” Dr. Thomas A family practitioner with extensive Address, Chief Keith Knott of Curve Lake welcomed everyone to the Dr. Dignan is a member of member of Dignan training in emergency medicine and Mississauga Ojibwa Territories. The beautiful Otonabee Women’s the Six Nations of the Grand River. After anaesthesia, Dr. Dignan has worked in Hand-drum group sang throughout the ceremonies and Mark Phillips graduating from McMaster, Dr. Dignan, moved to northern western Ontario as a fly-in physician. He closed with song and drum. In her workshop, Professor Shirley to become Thunder Bay’s first emer- has also championed the use of chicken pox vac- Williams shared many of her mother’s lessons on being a helper. She gency physician, and then on to the south Muskoka cine to make it a national standard as well. Dr. also shared Nanabush stories. Fulfilling the role of the helper is based Hospital in Bracebridge continuing to practice Dignan currently works part-time as primary care on the traditions passed on from our parents and Elders. Helping ful- emergency medicine and anaesthesia for nine years. physician at Anishinawbe Muskiki Native Health fills the significant need of being by caring for both self and others. He is the first president of the Native Nurses Access Centre in Thunder Bay, as well as a medical This role protects and vitalizes relationships to community and to the Association and founding member of the Native officer for First Nations & Inuit Health Branch of extended family. Her traditional teachings were very different from Physicians Association. A recipient of the Queen’s Health Canada for Ontario. what she was taught in residential school. Professor Williams has been a life-long helper to her family, to her community and to the many stu- dents that she has instructed over the years.

(Amber Simas is Metis from the Sault Ste. Marie area, and full-time Native Studies Student at Trent University.)

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Here I am in the lawn chair with Editor/Journalist/Genealogist who my cat by the lake on my website at recently taught a life story writing www.memoriestomemoirs.net. It’s workshop at Loyalist College. inviting someone to sit in the chair If you would like to be inter- next to me and do their life story. viewed for our newspaper, or would Will that work for you? Here's the like to have your life story done, info ... please contact Karen at 613-332- Anishinabek News will be car- 2827 (at lunch or dinner hour) or rying a regular article on the lives email [email protected]. You will of Elders. These will be done by also need to provide a photo of Karen Richardson of www.memo- yourself. riestomemoirs.net. Her article on The articles and life stories Wanita Avery of Golden Lake may eventually become an anthol- appeared last month. Karen is an ogy. March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 3 Anishinabek Mediation proposed for Casino Rama net revenues MNJIKANING FN — Mnjikaning First Nation Chief and Council and the Union of Ontario Indians (UOI) have announced sig- nificant progress in efforts to pro- duce a new revenue-sharing formu- la for distribution of Casino Rama Chief John Beaucage with Chief proceeds to First Nations in Stinson Henry. Ontario. The Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation Youth Strategy Team is made up of people from different band depart- Chief Stinson Henry announced that Mnjikaning would participate in ments working towards the creation of a local youth council. Some members of the team took in the opening of a mediation process proposed by Anishinabek Nation Grand Council the new skateboard park in November. Chief John Beaucage designed to produce a new formula for sharing the Casino’s net revenues. The proposal would see Mnjikaning representa- tives and a special Chiefs’ committee work with an independent media- Youth council a priority for Sagamok FN tor to produce a mutually-agreeable revenue-sharing formula within 60 days. First Nation Chiefs in Ontario approved a distribution agreement By Rosalind Raby the team. the youth council. They will be the for the Casino’s first five years of operation that directed 35% of net rev- It has been a while in the mak- “Opening the skateboard park ones who decide how to address enues to Mnjikaning in recognition of its obligations as the Casino’s host ing, but a youth council is close to is just one example of what the the different issues that came out of community. becoming a reality for a North community can do when it draws the youth consultation survey. “I truly commend Mnjikaning First Nation in working to find a solu- Shore First Nation. together for our young people.” “They will also have to look at tion to such a long-standing dispute,” said Beaucage, who also credited The Sagamok Anishnawbek Nearly half of the population in constitution building, how to host other Chiefs for their efforts to resolve Casino Rama issues. “This is an First Nation (SAFN) Youth Sagamok is young people between their own elections, that sort of approach that builds trust and healing between all First Nations people in Strategy Team has been working the age of 12 and 24. Some pro- thing. Ontario.” hard towards the creation of a grams already introduced include “Once that is done, the final “We embrace unity in order to find options which will provide youth council run by, and for, the the summer mentoring program report will become a living docu- greater revenues for all of our communities and unite First Nations in young people of the community. where children were taught tradi- ment that the youth council will be Ontario in the challenges that lie ahead,” Chief Stinson Henry said. “We Enterprises, the com- tional teachings and sharing of tra- able to use to address the needs of have committed to working with Ontario First Nations to continue munity economic development ditional skills, like building a SAFN.” Jacobs says she is pleased Casino Rama’s success, and to keep jobs and revenues flowing to all First corporation of SAFN, hired youth lodge. with the process. Nations in Ontario.” services officer, Andrea Jacobs, to Finding out what young people “All of the managers are aware work with the team and the com- want was also a big part of the fall of this focus on youth. Many munity. program. human and financial resources A proud Nokomis “The team is made up of “Last fall we had a youth con- have been dedicated to addressing By Mary Elliott employees within the community,” sultation workshop with 80 young our youths’ needs. I am a proud Nokomis. My explains Jacobs. people taking part. “By creating the team, we have granddaughter was born Jan. 24, “We all work together to devel- “We asked them what they brought youth issues to the fore- 2005 at home in her community of op youth oriented programs with need, in regards to education, front and have become the catalyst Whitefish Lake First Nation. She Sagamok. recreation, support services and to the creation of the youth coun- had what is called a “water birth” “We do have a youth drop-in economic development. cil.” in which she was assisted by her centre, but we needed to develop “We broke them down into An interim youth council was midwife along with her helper. different strategies for program- groups and the facilitators worked elected this month to begin plan- Gracie Alexis arrived at 3:50am to ming geared to our young people.” with them, gathering their input.” ning a Fall General Assembly. the proud parents – Randy and The team was formed in 2003. The final report has been put Heather Mandamin. She has two Each department within the SAFN into place and distributed to the For more information about the older siblings, Matthew and Jamie- Granddaughter Gracie Alexis band administrative structure team for review. council, contact Jacobs at 705- Lynn. A welcoming feast for asleep in her mossbag. appointed different people to sit on “The next step will be to form 865-1134. Gracie was held Jan. 29, 2005. Pikwàkanagàn Pikwàkanagàn named a Knowledge network Algonquins cultural capital of Canada shares housing data acclaim Chief By Susan Magill By Susan Magill By Susan PIKWAKANAGAN FN — The GOLDEN LAKE — The Algonquins of Magill Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Pikwàkanagàn First Nation have devised and ini- Under have been designated a Cultural Capital of tiated a knowledge-sharing transfer with a num- the Custom Canada (CCC) for 2005. Pikwàkanagàn along ber of other First Nations. Fifteen First Nations Election with Toronto, Victoria BC, Annapolis Royal gathered for a two-day seminar to learn more Code, Kirby NS, and Saint-Jean-Port-Joli QC, have been about Pikwàkanagàn's housing management sys- Whiteduck recognized for their efforts in enriching their tem. Representatives traveled from Nations as far has been community with art and culture. Artwork by Tony as Pic River in Heron Bay, 1200 km away. Candace Schroeder acclaimed Pikwàkanagàn submitted a proposal for Amikons Candace Schroeder, Administrative Assistant for the posi- Chief Kirby the CCC award program last year. Under the for Pikwàkanagàn's Public Works and Housing department, hosted the tion of Chief Whiteduck population category of less than 50,000 people, Pikwàkanagàn will knowledge-sharing session to distribute management information to for the receive $82,000 from the Department of Canadian Heritage to further interested First Nation communities. Schroeder was approached by the Algonquins of support their efforts in enriching arts and culture in the community. The Sagamok First Nation to share Pikwàkanagàn's progressive housing man- Pikwàkanagàn First Nation. award total is equal to the amount that Pikwàkanagàn will invest in cul- agement system. This interest drove Schroeder to consider sharing the Whiteduck has been tural enhancement under the same proposal. This award will help information in a greater capacity with a larger audience. With financial acclaimed the position of Chief ensure that cultural programs continue to enrich the lives of the com- assistance from Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC), Canadian for the three-year term. The offi- munity. Pikwàkanagàn's proposal included cultural enrichment in the Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), and Ontario First Nations cial election date for Chief and following areas: Heritage sites and facilities and festivities, music, Technical Services Corporation (OFNTSC), a seminar was devised and Council is March 26, 2005. dance, theatre, artwork, literature, photography, cultural grounds, the invitations went out to 30 First Nations. For more information con- community museum, and preserving the Algonquin language. While the seminar concentrated on the topic of housing it also touched tact Susan Magill at 613-687- For more information please contact Susan Magill, on many other related fields of management including finance, law, fund- 6558 or [email protected] Communications Officer at [email protected] ing, membership and land. Page 4 Anishinabek News March 2005 Maanda ndinendam

The Anishinabek News is a monthly publication of the Union of system that many of the most educated people in our soci- Ontario Indians (UOI). Views expressed are not necessarily the Teachers go ety — teachers — do not know that Native spiritual cus- opinion or political position of the UOI. toms like dancing and the Potlatch were outlawed, that No portion of this paper, including advertisements, artwork, pho- First Nations were not permitted to have legal representa- tos and editorial content may be reproduced without written permis- back to school tion to pursue land claims for much of the 20th Century, sion of the Anishinabek News Editor or UOI Executive. that Indians did not have the right to vote until 1960, or Readers are invited to submit letters, articles, and photos for pub- that, on Jan. 7, 1998, Canada proclaimed a Statement of lication. Please include your name, address and telephone number on Native issues Reconciliation admitting the injustices of the past and on all material submitted. All submissions will be reviewed for publi- pledging to work as partners with aboriginal peoples to cation based on priority of interest and edited for clarity of thought, By Maurice Switzer build a better future. taste, brevity and legal implications. Remuneration will be paid for submissions only if a written agreement with the Editor is made prior My car radio told me about the emerging economic It is important that our teachers — each of whom will to publication. crisis in the northeastern Alberta town of St. Paul. directly impact the lives of as many as 1,000 schoolchild- Editor: Maurice Switzer ren in the course of their careers — tell their students Assistant Editor: Jamie Monastyrski It seems that the local newspaper quoted a town coun- about the injustices of the past, not to blame them, or Contributors: A. J. Bellegarde, Kathleen Imbert, cillor as saying some nasty things about members of the make them feel guilty, but so they understand why many Perry McLeod-Shabogesic, Rosalind Raby, Saddle Lake First Nation, located 20 minutes away. aboriginal people do not enjoy the same standards of liv- Amber Simas, Heidi Ulrichsen ing as other Canadians, and hopefully to ensure that the Editorial Board: Fred Bellefeuille, Les Couchie, Cathie Favreau, During a meeting of a task force established to address more unsavoury aspects of Canadian history will not be Alan Ozawanimke crime in the town of 5,000, veteran 12-year councillor repeated. Aboriginal people want nothing more or less Co-ordinator: Priscilla Goulais Guy Germain made his than to share in the prosperity of Canada, a sacred prom- Production: Debra Sullivan opinions crystal clear. ise made to them in treaties.

“Let’s not beat around The problem is, that while the Government of Canada Telephone: (705) 497-9127 Toll Free: 1-877-702-5200 the bush. It’s the native pop- has admitted to policies driven by “attitudes of racial and Fax: (705) 497-9135 e-mail: [email protected] ulation,” Germain said. “We cultural superiority,” many individual Canadians cannot Anishinabek News have some good aboriginal bring themselves to concede that racism even exists in P.O. Box 711, ,North Bay, ON P1B 8J8 people. This is a small per- their country or community, let alone that they or their centage. The hell we have to neighbours might harbour such tendencies or thoughts. feel sorry for them. They are the problem.” One teacher was convinced that the problems of the past remained in the past, and that surely aboriginal peo- Saddle Lake Chief Eddy ples still didn’t encounter such barriers. I emphasized that Makokis’ response was to residential schools, and the Indian Act, and the short- Publishing Criteria launch a boycott of St. Paul changing of aboriginal war veterans are hardly ancient history. GOAL businesses by his First Maurice Switzer To publish a quality newspaper and related publications Nation, which also has 5,000 citizens who spend Not to mention recent studies showing that anti-Indian designed to foster pride and share knowledge about racism is alive and well in . I thought I Anishinabek current affairs, culture, goals, and accomplish- hundreds of thousands of dollars a year in town on every- thing from groceries to building contractors. should mention to the teachers the story I had just heard ments. on the car radio about St. Paul, Alberta, and the panic that has enveloped the town’s business community because of OBJECTIVES “We are very concerned about the boycott,” said St. Paul Mayor John Trefanenko. “I feel strongly that we can the intolerant remarks of an elected official. To provide information that reflects the Creator’s four original resolve this if we meet band council to town council, com- gifts to the Anishinabek: munity to community.” “There are two ways to learn,” I suggested to them, “the easy way and the hard way.” Respect: To welcome diversity and encourage a free exchange Meanwhile, Councillor Germain has apologized in of opinions that may differ without being disagreeable. Fair and the local paper and in a letter to Chief Makokis. He has “The people of St. Paul are going to learn the hard humourous comments are welcomed, but not ridicule or person- also resigned from the Safer Community Task Force. way.” al attacks. “We deal with people of all religions, ethnicities, and Honesty: Debwewin – speaking the truth – is the cornerstone of nationalities,” said St. Paul chamber of commerce vice- (Maurice Switzer is a citizen of the Missisaugas of our newspaper’s content. president Ron Belzil. “It’s ridiculous to make comments . He serves as director of commu- like that.” nications for the Union of Ontario Indians, and editor of Sharing: Providing opportunities for people from the four cor- the Anishinabek News.) ners of the Anishinabek Nation to tell stories and record Saddle Lake lawyer Tracy Fleck sees things different- achievements, and to keep our citizens informed about activities ly. “It’s indicative of the atmosphere in St. Paul. They’re of the Union of Ontario Indians. so comfortable with the systemic racism that (Germain) wouldn’t give comments like that a second thought.” Strength: To give a voice to the vision of the Anishinabek Nation that celebrates our history, culture and language, pro- When I heard the story I was driving to Sundridge, motes our land, treaty, and aboriginal rights, and supports the where I had been asked by Near North District School development of healthy and prosperous communities. Board teachers to provide some feedback on the new his- NOTE: The Editor reserves the right to edit all submissions for brevity, tory and social studies curriculum being introduced in clarity, and suitability for publication. All formal comments and complaints Ontario schools this coming fall. Great news — elemen- must be addressed to Editorial Board c/o Anishinabek News. tary school students will finally be learning that aboriginal peoples have been more than anonymous scouts for European explorers, and that the whole world has bene- fited from such contributions as 70 hybrids of corn, and over 500 medicines, not to mention canoes, kayaks, and toboggans. Advertising & News Deadlines The current circulation of the Anishinabek News is 10,000 copies, My presentation to the teachers was called “The with 9,000 mailed and 1,000 distributed at various events. Missing Chapter: What we didn’t learn in school,” and dealt with the unfortunate history of the relationship DEADLINE FOR between European settlers and First Peoples. It was one of APRIL ISSUE the most welcoming groups I have had the pleasure of Advertising addressing. Bookings: March 22 Final Art: March 25 Most teachers were not aware that, from the 1534 kid- News napping by Jacques Cartier of Chief Donnaconna’s two sons, through the deception in treaty News submissions: March 22 signings, the paternalism of the Indian Act, the institu- Scheduled printing: April 1 tionalized child abuse of the Indian Residential School For more information or inquiries to the Anishinabek News related system, right up to the present day, aboriginal peoples to advertising and circulation issues please call our new have many reasons to be mistrustful of their “white” toll-free number: 1-800-463-6408 neighbours. It is a sad commentary on the province’s education March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 5 Maanda ndinendam/Opinions This is our reader’s forum. The views expessed are not necessarily the opinion or political position of the UOI. Discriminating against ‘white men’ Central government Editor: cannot participate or speak at Band members here live each It’s been passed down by Band meetings, meetings that day in constant pain because of offsets self-interest many generations. You’ve heard revolve around the community who I am or who I did not choose Editor: been a profound weakness in it from your grandparents, your they live in. And last but not to be? In the December 04 issue, our local governments. parents, Elders in your communi- least, the most appalling one of So many people have already my old friend Joe Hare makes Centralized governments are not ty or your friends. I truly believe them all, the racism and the suf- done what my family wants to do an interesting argument against perfect but it is clear that local everyone has at one time or fering one must go through and many more will do the same. the establishment of centralized governments are far from per- another heard. “White Men Do because one cannot find it in Eventually there will be no one governments for First Nations fect and as much as Joe Hare Not Belong in First Nation them to change. Now ask your- left to keep our First Nations and for the primacy of local and even myself would like to Communities.” self, is it worth it? together. You will have gone and community governments in First think that local people are Why are we refusing to allow My father is a “White Man.” we will have left. First Nations Nations affairs. He argues that a always motivated by altruism or “White Men” in our communi- To many this is who he is, but to people will no longer exist. centralized authority is unable to concern for the greatest number ties? I believe it is because we as me he is the one who has brought “White Men,” like my father, understand and identify with the of people in the community, I, First Nations people are scared of me into this world, raised me to are not here to take your land or wishes of a community and and possibly even Joe, would change, scared to lose what little be who I am today and most your jobs. They only want the therefore it is unable to serve as admit that those occurrences are we have left. Scared to go against importantly he is my father. respect every decent living being a legitimate voice of the people. rare. our beliefs that we are told we So what should my family deserves. Accept them, let them He also points out that a central- I believe that centralized and should always follow. do? Move because my father participate in your community, ized authority currently exists – local authorities can co-exist. A “White Man” cannot work, cannot work here and his job is not as a Band member, but as a INAC – and look where that has They did in our historic times cannot provide for his family, an hour and a half away? Build a community member. We are a gotten us. and I see no good reason why cannot own the land he or she house in town because he cannot “Community,” not a “Band.” I find some of Joe’s argu- the principles that supported the and his or her wife or husband own one here? Or better yet Sara Gammon ments compelling but I am not in our built their home on, he or she move because my family who are Dokis FN convinced that centralized gov- traditional territory can't be ernments won’t work for our implemented today. What is communities. In response, I crucial is to ensure that both lev- Questions for would argue that the one-com- els of government have the munity, one-government system authority/power that is appropri- Algonquin has proven ate to their itself to be The tyranny of the few is and relationship candidates too ineffec- has been a profound weakness to commu- tive for our in our local governments. nity mem- Editor: needs, it bers and the Recently I was speaking to has given communi- someone about the Algonquin rise to political corruption and ties that make up the central treaty process. abuse, and it is too easily manip- authority. Time and a process I became concerned when this ulated by self-interest groups. are essential to enable the peo- person who has always lived out Let me give just one exam- ple empowered to construct of Algonquin territory said that ple. In many communities these governments to determine he has never expected to receive today, there are groups of rea- the appropriate and effective anything from the Algonquin sonably well-off individuals division of powers between a treaty because he feels as if he is who are quite capable of con- community authority and a cen- not a true Indian. tributing to the well-being of the tral one. Furthermore, the initial My response was quick in that community through a system of structures should be accompa- I mentioned that his feeling this taxes that could be established nied by a review mechanism. way “was merely the result of a and collected by the local This review mechanism would successful colonization process authority, i.e., the Chief and ensure that within a specified versus how it really should be.” Council or some other agency time frame, say every five years This person then hummed in new established by the community for the first twenty years, an contemplation. for that purpose. These taxes, arms-length body composed of I also had another conversa- perhaps an income tax, would Anishnabek members would tion with an older Algonquin per- be used solely for the benefit of review what was established and son. This person indicated that the community. if necessary make recommenda- he was anxious to get this treaty The present reality in many tions to strengthen the system. process over and done within the of these communities is that Above all, the new gover- context of his lifetime. these groups of people will nance structures, at either level, My response to this person Algonquin do we not have a that you represent? resist strenuously any system of must include a judiciary of one was equally quick in that I said, responsibility to attend meetings 3. What traditional taxation and in all likelihood kind or another. “the treaty is not about you but and be actively involved in the Algonquin values will guide you they could subvert or delay any Quite simply, without this rather the next seven genera- process? The reason I raise this in this process? effort by the local authority to essential piece of the gover- tions.” He too quickly fell silent, issue is because I am well aware 4. What vision do you have create any local taxes. Despite nance equation, Anishnabek this time though in the contem- of the fact that the only way we for the future Algonquin Nation? the fact that the traditional communities will be practicing plation of his selfishness. can play a part in the process in 5. What role do women, the Anishnabek practiced and sup- mass delusion, not governance At present we have over 3,000 terms of the decisions being youth and Elders have in this ported a form of taxation for the in whatever form of self-govern- Algonquin enrolled on the elec- made about our land and our chil- process? benefit of others through their ment is created. tors' list with another approxi- dren's future is if we attend these 6. Do you have family and values of sharing and distribu- Where I am in complete mately 2,100 Algonquin under meetings. friends who will support you in tion of surpluses, especially agreement with Joe is when he This being said, in the very the work that will be required? review. food, many people who could criticizes the current Disturbingly, these numbers near future we will be voting on 7. What are your qualifica- contribute to a community’s Governance process. It is evi- do not reflect the numbers of Algonquin Negotiation tions in terms of education and well-being through local taxes dent to me that the division of Algonquin who actually show up Representatives and it is impor- experience? would object purely out of self- to community meetings. tant that we all get out during the 8. During the course of your powers between the local For example, at a recent meet- upcoming candidates meetings life, have you always made interest. authority and the central author- ing in Pembroke, there were only and ask our potential representa- responsible financial decisions? This is what happens when ity has not been well thought 16 Algonquin present and at a tives some really tough ques- 9. Do you abuse drugs and/or all issues and matters are left to out. And an Anishnabek judici- meeting in Bancroft, there were tions. Here are a few that I rec- alcohol? the discretion of community ary has been ignored. No judici- only 60 Algonquin present. This ommend: 10. Have you ever been con- members. Self-interest or other ary, no progress. being the case I have to ask 1. In your opinion what are victed of an indictable offence? similar concerns will or can pre- Who but a judiciary will hold where are all the potentially well the duties of an Algonquin 11. And finally, are you bond- vent the establishment of rules elected leaders at either the local over 5,000 Algonquin who are Negotiation Representative? able? and regulations for the benefit of or regional level accountable? enrolled in the process? And fur- 2. Will you be responsible Lynn Gehl the community as a whole. The Harvey McCue ther I have to ask, as enrolled and accountable to all Algonquin Peterborough tyranny of the few is and has Ottawa Page 6 Anishinabek News March 2005

Chiefs of Ontario launching Ontario-wide Housing Initiative TORONTO – The Chiefs of ment, negotiation of funding and only about 100 First Nations Ontario are determined to transfer of authority, implemen- people had graduated university. address the existing housing tation, after care and long term Today it is estimated there are backlog by spearheading the maintenance. Regional Chief about 30,000 post-secondary Strategic Planning for Housing Charles Fox said, “Our ultimate graduates. More recently, the Capacity Development initia- goal is to turn the tragedy of our substantial efforts made in tive to be officially launched at housing crisis that exists into a developing Aboriginal human the Political Confederacy of the strategy for housing develop- resources and urban Aboriginal Chiefs of Ontario meeting. ment for First Nations in strategies have created opportu- The Strategic Planning for Ontario.” nities for training and employ- Housing Capacity Development By raising awareness of ment. initiative is a three-phase housing issues to community Grand Chief Angie Barnes of approach to improve the First members and other stakeholders, Akwesasne-Political Nation housing crisis in it will provide data gathering Confederacy Housing Portfolio Ontario. The key elements of and information to facilitate said, “This process is a risk tak- Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief John Beaucage and Lieutenant Governor James K. Bartleman at the White Mountain Academy of the the phased initiative include planning of housing portfolios in ing exercise and a nation build- Arts in Elliot Lake. planning and capacity develop- the respective First Nation com- ing approach at the same time.” munities. The vehicle for dis- The Union of Ontario seminating information is the Indians Grand Council Chief Misinformation in newspaper article creation of a website link on the John Beaucage shares the hous- Ontario First Nations Technical ing portfolio with Grand Chief By Bob Goulais made aware that the Union of approved by the Chiefs includes Services Corporation portal to Angie Barnes in the area of First Nations should be dis- Ontario Indians were working on a provisions for mediation. The be operational in March at infrastructure. heartened by comments in a Feb. resolution to the revenue-sharing negotiators from both sides have www.ofntsc.org/ofnsch-con- The UOI is embarking on a 24 Wawatay News article that pres- dispute. Grand Council Chief already discussed mediation, and tent.htm. parallel implementation strategy ent an inaccurate and disrespectful Beaucage agreed to a re-working agreed on a process if it is The urgency of the housing that will see housing develop- portrayal of Grand Council Chief of his proposal to ensure that it required. issue continues to be reflected in ment work begin in four First John Beaucage’s efforts to forge would receive broad support from Contrary to Mr. Yesno’s state- the Auditor General’s Report Nations across Ontario by the consensus with regard to the Chiefs and collaborated with Chief ment, a mediator’s job is not to and delivered in the Speech from fall of 2005. Casino Rama dispute. Allan Luby to put a resolution for- “put the decision in the hands of a the Throne. “…the conditions in The initiative is supported It is disappointing that anyone ward. The Feb. 24 Wawatay arti- third-party”, but to encourage pos- far too many Aboriginal commu- and has participation of Ontario would not recognize that Grand cle neglected itive discussion, and provide ideas nities can only be described as First Nations Steering Council Chief Beaucage’s efforts to mention that may not have otherwise been shameful. Committee on Housing, Ontario (and Mnjikaning First Nations’ that Grand discussed. It may be that the ten- “This offends our values. It is First Nations Technical Services concessions) are a positive devel- Council sions that have developed between in our collective interests to turn Corporation, the four Provincial opment that has led to the first Chief John Mnjikaning and the OFNLP board the corner. And we must start Territorial Organizations name- meaningful negotiation of the rev- Beaucage will require the parties to engage now.” ly, Union of Ontario Indians, enue-sharing issue in nearly four seconded the the mediator at some point. Strategic planning and Nishnawbe-Aski Nation, Treaty years. It is certainly something that motion estab- Throughout the development investment in housing will pro- #3, Association of Allied and the Ontario First Nations Limited lishing the of the Union of Ontario Indians’ duce demonstrable results as is Iroquois Indians and the Partnership was unable to accom- negotiation negotiation-mediation proposal, evidenced in the area of First Independent and Unaffiliated plish. process with and development of a consensus- Bob Goulais Nation education today. In 1969 First Nations representatives. Bringing Mnjikaning back to Mnjikaning. building strategy – including pub- the negotiation table with other In Wawatay’s article, OFNLP lication of an 8-page information First Nations is the end result of board member Harvey Yesno neg- supplement – the OFNLP board Urban strategy planned many hours of discussions and lects to mention that the UOI pro- declined to participate, despite the NIPISSING FIRST NATION centres within Anishinabek meetings involving the Ontario posal received significant support urging of Ontario’s Political — The Union of Ontario Indians Nation territory include , Political Confederacy, First from Chiefs. After a brief discus- Confederacy. That approach has is developing an urban strategy to London, Barrie, North Bay, Sault Nations Chiefs, various legal sion, the resolution was approved only served to jeopardize Casino address the social challenges Ste. Marie, and Thunder Bay. counsel, communication staff, and unanimously by the Chiefs-in- Rama's long-term viability and faced by its citizens living off- “We feel the findings are most importantly, Mnjikaning First Assembly. Mnjikaning Chief resulted in huge legal costs that reserve. indicative of a similar trend across Nation Chief and Council. Your Sharon Stinson Henry received would be better spent on First “We must become vigilant and other urban centres within the article does not recognize the two standing ovations during her Nations community projects. ensure our brothers and sisters Anishinabek Nation territory,” importance of this achievement for presentation, and Grand Council We can agree with Mr. Yesno who live off-reserve are taken said Beaucage. “It is obvious that all , and Chief Beaucage was offered many on one point. He has made it clear care of, and are provided substan- the federal and provincial govern- belittles the individual who had the congratulations after Mnjikaning to the OFNLP Board of Directors tial support and assistance to close ments are failing to address First courage and vision to take on this settled the “cash sweep” issue and that the negotiations should NOT the income gap and ensure pros- Nations unemployment and challenge. agreed specifically to the UOI include them. Given their inability perity for all our people,” said poverty.” John Beaucage, Grand Council Beaucage said the UOI is The idea that the Union of negotiation proposal. to achieve any positive movement Chief of the 42-member committed to providing equal and Ontario Indians proposal was Although Wawatay reported in the casino revenue-sharing issue Anishinabek Nation. Beaucage effective advocacy for their urban “rejected” by the Chiefs-in- that the OFNLP Board “turned its in the past four years, perhaps was commenting on a recent and off-reserve citizens through Assembly or the Ontario First back” on the UOI proposal, the OFNLP board members would study by the Federation of the development of an urban strat- Nations Limited Partnership is current negotiations are in fact increase the odds of successful Canadian Municipalities, which egy, which will be part of the simply not true. moving forward. Negotiations negotiations by removing them- showed that aboriginal people organization’s strategic workplan The Chiefs-in-Assembly between Mnjikaning and the other selves from the process. face a wider income gap and high- called “Anishinabe (OFNLP Membership) brought 133 First Nations in Ontario began er unemployment rates in a num- Noondaagaazwin – listening to forward the negotiation process in earnest this week. The negotia- (Bob Goulais, Nipissing First ber of urban centres across the voice of the people.” This proposal at the January 24-25 tors have set themselves a 60-day Nation, is Chief of Political Staff Canada. Sudbury, with an estimat- strategic framework aims to meeting, not the OFNLP Board. target to reach an agreement. for the Anishinabek Nation/Union ed 13,000 aboriginal residents, address issues of unemployment, This process was a direct result of Wawatay also did not mention of Ontario Indians. This article was one of the cities involved in education, family violence and OFNLP members earlier being that the negotiation process was submitted to Wawatay News. ) the FCM study. Other major urban child welfare, and literacy. March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 7

Anishinabek invite Great Lakes nations to discuss water issues at Niagara Falls Over the past few months, "We take great pleasure in Marie Tribe of Chippewa hosted First Nations in Canada and US hosting this inaugural meeting a Summit attended by over 170 Tribes have been collaborating and building on the consensus Tribes and First Nations, who to address their respective con- that we have achieved so far," drafted the Tribal and First cerns over the Great Lakes said Grand Council Chief John Nations Great Lakes Water Charter Annex 2001. Beaucage. Accord. The Water Accord was Throughout these discussions, This historic union began in then presented to the two participants found much in com- the fall, as Grand Council Chief Canadian Provinces and eight mon with a consensus that First Beaucage, Association of U.S. States who are signatories Nations and Tribes want to unite Iroquois and Allied Indians to the Great Lakes Charter and to protect the quality and quanti- Grand Chief Chris McCormick, are currently negotiating the ty of Great Lakes water. and Little Traverse Bay Band Annex Implementation As a follow-up to these meet- Chairperson Frank Ettawageshik Agreements. ing, the Union of Ontario Indians agreed to bring their respective As a result, the Tribes and is proposing the first meeting of First Nations/Tribes together to First Nations were invited to Some members of the UOI Youth Council: Katie Beaver, Alderville FN; the United Indian Nations of the discuss the Great Lakes Charter, present their concerns to the Leah Boissoneau, Garden River FN; Hank Monague, Beausoleil FN; and Great Lakes take place on April Annex 2001. Council of Great Lakes Sandra Albert, Chippewas of the Thames. 11-12 at the Niagara Fallsview On November 22, 2004, the Governors water management Casino Resort in Niagara Falls, Little Traverse Bay Bands of group, in Chicago, IL on Ontario. Indians and the Sault Ste. February 1. Youth Council update On February 29, 2004 at the Secondary Funding. Youth Gathering in London, The regional representatives have Ontario the Union of Ontario been given different portfolios and Indians Youth Advisory Council have represented the issues at dif- was elected by their peers for the ferent functions throughout the first time ever. Our council’s orig- year. inal term was for one year, but it The portfolios include: Health, has been extended to two years in Education (Youth Initiatives), order to accomplish more of the Social, Political and goals that were set our for us. Cultural/Youth Gatherings. Some of the issues that we have By region, the Youth Council been looking at in our mandate members are: are:Residential School Effects, Southeast Region Members of the Union of Ontario Indians Political Office were featured in a For Better or Worse cartoon Communication amongst our First Katie Beaver, Alderville First strip recently. Deputy Grand Chief Nelson Toulouse and Executive Assistant to the Grand Chief Bob Nations and the Youth, Nation who is currently attending Goulais were mentioned in the syndicated cartoon that appears in 2,000 daily newspapers in 22 countries Environment, Language and Post high school with hopes of attend- in eight languages. ing college in British Columbia Hank Monague, Beausoliel First Nation who is currently attending Fleming College in Peterborough The Buzz... studying Paramedics  Casino Rama dispute resolution, GCC/MFN/OFNLP/ELDERS Political Office Calendar Southwest Region  Board of Diretors/Noondaagaazwin Strategic Planning, Feb. 21: YOU - Youth Council Meeting, Head Office Sandra Albert, Chippewas of the GCC/UOI/BOD Feb. 22: GCC - Appeals and Redress Workshop, North Bay, ON Thames who is currently attending Feb. 22-23: DGC - COO Ipperwash Workshop, Kenora, ON  the AEI in Munsee-Delaware for 2005 Grand Council/Unity Gathering, UOI/KSP Feb. 23: GCC - Political Confederacy, Kenora, ON  UOI Housing Implementation Strategy, Feb. 28: GCC - Meeting with Minister Bryant, ONAS Toronto, ON Social Service Worker GCC/UOI/NFN/GFN/SAG/PIC Feb. 28: GCC - Meeting with Governance Negotiators, Toronto, ON Arnold Yellowman, Chippewas of  Ontario First Nations Housing Strategy, GCC/COO; Feb. 28-30: DGC - National Education Conference, Vancouver Aamijwanaang who is currently Mar. 3: GCC - Breakfast with Minister Ramsey, MNR Toronto, ON  attending Lambton College study- Grand Chiefs' Invitations Pool Tournement, GCC/AIAI/JDRF Mar. 7: GCC - Meeting with Bob Howsam, INAC Toronto, ON  Chief Committee on Education, DGC/AFN Mar. 7: GCC - Meeting with Minister Ramsey, Toronto, ON ing Child and Youth Worker  Fiscal Issues/3rd Party Mgt./Audit Requirements, Mar. 8-10: GCC/DGC - Board of Directors Planning Session, North Bay Lake Huron GCC/AFOA/INAC Mar. 11: GCC - Meeting with Minister Scott, INAC Ottawa, ON Leah Boissoneau, Garden River Mar. 14-18: DGC - Annual Leave  First Nation who is currently Canada Aboriginal Peoples Roundtable (Negotiations), Mar. 14-25: GCC/EXA - Annual Leave GCC/INAC/AFN Mar. 29-30: GCC - Special AFN Chiefs Assembly, Vancouver, BC attending Algoma University  Capital Management Priorities Committee, Apr. 11-12: GCC/COO/UST - United Indian Nations of the Great Lakes, Niagara studying Sociology MCA/COO/OFNTSC Falls, ON Travis Boissoneau, Garden River Jun. 25-29: 2005 Unity Gathering and Grand Council Assembly, KSP  AFN Governance Initiative, GCC/AFN First Nation who is currently  National Chiefs Committee on Languages, DGC/COO; Acronyms working for the Chiefs of Ontario  United Indian Nations of the Great Lakes, GCC/COO/UST GCC Grand Council Chief / MFN Mnjikaning First Nation / OFNLP Ontario First Northern Superior  Great Lakes Charter Annex, GCC/COO/AIAI/CGLG Nations Limited Partnership/ ELDERS Elder's Council / UOI Union of Ontario Bess Legarde, Fort William First Indians / KSP Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point / AIAI Association of Iroquois and  Nation Ontario Health Roundtable, GCC/AHC/FNIHB/HEALTH Allied Indians / INAC Indian and Northern Affairs Canada / AFN Assembly of First  Local Health Integrated Networks, GCC/AHC Nations / IGA Intergovernment Affairs / DGC Deputy Grand Chief / COO Chiefs of Derek Yellowhead, Namaygoosis-  Biodiversity Strategy, IGA Ontario / AHC Anishinabek Health Commission / FNIHB First Nations Inuit and agagun First Nation who is cur-  Ontario Aboriginal Tobacco Strategy, AHC/HEALTH Health Branch/ HEALTH Ontario Minister of Health / SOCIAL Social Development rently completing high school. Dept. / AFOA Aboriginal Financial Officers Association / LEGAL Legal Department /  Orthorpaedic Treatments, GCC/AHC WOMEN Women's Council /YOUTH Youth Council / MCA Mohawk Council of  Part 2, GCC/LEGAL; Akwesasne / OFNTSC Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation / PIC Our current liaison worker at the  Nation Building Renewal, GCC/ELDERS/WOMEN/YOUTH Ojibways of Pic River / ROJ Restoration of Jurisdiction / BOD UOI Board of Directors Union of Ontario Indians is Jason  Enhance Political Capacity, GCC/COO/INAC / MNR Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources / NFN Nipissing First Nation / GIFN Restoule who can be contacted at Chippewas of Georgina Island / SAG Sagamok Anishnawbek / UST U.S. Tribes / JDRF  (705) 497-9127 or by email at res- Pic River Housing Strategy/Meeting, PIC/INAC Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation [email protected] Page 8 Anishinabek News March 2005 Giigoonh/Fishing Cormorant impact study one of many fisheries projects By Perry McLeod-Shabogesic assist First Nations in furthering NORTH BAY — The the development and promotion of Anishinabek/Ontario Fisheries good fisheries management prac- Resource Centre (A/OFRC) has tices. approved the largest number of During the meeting Peter First Nation fisheries projects Meisenheimer, Executive Director across all four regions of the of the Ontario Commercial Anishinabek territory for the 2005 Fisheries Association, was accept- - 2006 year. This time 25 projects ed as a new board member and two workshops were given the appointed by the Province. He green light. Two more could be takes the place of outgoing board added, pending outside funding member Jim Boraski. from another agency. Meisenheimer will bring a new During this go-round 20 First commercial fisheries dimension to Nations were approved to conduct the A/OFRC board. their projects and are ready to go Capacity building continues to in the , Lake Huron, be a focal point of the A/OFRC South East and South West mandate. The A/OFRC is commit- regions. “Again we are very ted to continue to assist pleased with the interest shown Anishinabek First Nations in within Anishinabek territory on developing their fisheries manage- local fisheries issues” says ment. A/OFRC manager John Seyler. Wally McGregor, , holds a large whitefish caught during a 2004 Fall Walleye Index In consultation with First “This year over $200,000 has been Netting (FWI) project. Projects for 2006 are planned right across the Anishinabek territory. Nations and discussions with staff earmarked by the A/OFRC for Nation communities. Chippewas of the Thames, for next year include: Double- and at board level different these projects.” Projects for 2006 are planned Namaygoosisagagun, Curve Lake, crested Cormorant Impact Study, approaches continue to be looked The 20 First Nations will again right across the Anishinabek terri- Dokis, Kiashke Zaaging Traditional Ecological Knowledge at and developed. partner up with the A/OFRC to tory. Sagamok Anishnawbek, Anishinaabek, Nipissing, Serpent (TEK) survey, Northern Pike Trap- Through each project activity complete all the projects. Most Aundeck-Omni-Kaning, Fort River, Wahnapitae, Whitefish netting/Tagging Study, Fall First Nations continue to gain will be conducted by individual William, Pays Plat, Magnetawan, River, Whitefish Lake and Walleye Index netting and Early much valuable knowledge and First Nations in cooperation with Algonquins of Pikwakanagan, Wikwemikong First Nations are the Summer Trap-netting. This vital experience in managing their fish- the A/OFRC, while others will be Biinjitiwaabek Zaaging communities who will be conduct- data will be compiled, assessed eries activities and thus protecting a collaborative effort involving Anishinaabek, Chippewas of ing their fisheries projects this year. and shared to better the fisheries their fisheries resource base and participation from other First Kettle & Stoney Point, Alderville, Some of the initiatives slated across Anishinabek territory and territory. Fishermen learn net-setting techniques By Perry McLeod-Shabogesic techniques of winter net-setting. Veteran SAGAMOK FN — First Nations have been fish- fisherman/Elder Captain Harold Michon, Frank Hardy ing longer than anyone else, but they never stop learn- Jr. and Brian Monague were brought in from their ing tricks of the trade. A three-day workshop on tradi- respective territories to share their special skills. Both tional winter net-setting techniques was held at Harold and Frank hail from Rocky Bay First Nation Sagamok First Nation, under the auspices of the and each have plenty of experience on the waters of Anishinabek/Ontario Fisheries Resource Centre Lake and other local waters. Frank is (A/OFRC ). employed by the A/OFRC as a technician and man- Participants were given training in the use of ages the A/OFRC branch office up in Rocky Bay. Global Positioning Systems (G.P.S.), making gill nets, Brian is an experienced fisherman from the Kettle and mending/slugging gill nets, building a jigger board Stoney Point First Nation on Lake Huron. All the (used for setting nets under the ice), creating markers instructors willingly shared their vast knowledge of for gill nets and making clearing hooks (picks) used traditional fishing techniques. A/OFRC Technician for picking fish out of nets. Ed Desson, who provided instruction for the G.P.S. This course was designed to help bring current sci- session, has worked in the scientific fisheries field for entific technology and traditional knowledge and over 18 years. skills together to make better fishermen of all partici- During this gathering First Nation members came pants. It was strongly recommended that those attend- from Rocky Bay, Kettle & Stoney Point, Sagamok, ing should go back to their communities and share and from communities across the North Shore and what they have learned. to facilitate and participate in the Most of the gathering focused on the traditional three-day session. Waubetek talks ‘fishy’

Discussions involved Dawn Madahbee, general manager of Waubetek Business Development Corporation, and Waubetek board members Lorraine Corbiere-Debassige, Perry McLeod-Shabogesic, and vice-chair Harry Jones.

By Perry McLeod-Shabogesic BIRCH ISLAND — Waubetek Business Development Corporation is working with Anishinabek communities to investigate the feasibility of developing a commercial fisheries industry. A regional ad hoc fisheries committee has been struck, branch- ing off from discussions held last May at a Waubetek Board of Directors annual planning session. Along with Waubetek, the Anishinabek/Ontario Fisheries Resource Centre (A/OFRC), Anishinabek Ontario Resource Management Council (A/ORMC), Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) and FedNor have been involved in preliminary discussions on developing a cooperative aboriginal approach to gaining a foothold in the commercial fisheries industry.

Perry McLeod-Shabogesic, Nipissing First Nation, is a Community Liaison with the Anishinabek/Ontario Fisheries Resource Centre in North Bay. Max Chiblow (left) a member of Mississaugi First Nation, practices repairs on a gill net. March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 9 Zhoonyaakewin/Economic Development Turn garbage into electricity and light up the world By Perry McLeod-Shabogesic wants First Nations to lead the an emerging industry where First his former company, Sun Gas Romana’s initiative could be seen NORTH BAY — Simon charge. Nations people can succeed in gen- Energy Corporation in Manitoba, by some energy-sector giants as a Romana, a Maori physicist from Landfill garbage, human and erating wealth,” says Phil Fontaine. that could create synthetic gas from threat to their hefty profit margins. Aotearoa New Zealand, wants us to animal waste, wood chips and even “It presents an important opportu- biomass and produce six In addition, the researcher says his help him light up the world by turn- coal are just a few of the things that nity to address the growing con- megawatts of energy per hour. life has been threatened and equip- ing garbage into electricity. can be broken down to produce fuel cerns of reducing greenhouse gas In 2004 he built a second reduc- ment stolen on numerous occa- He has spent his life in the through an enviro- emissions through new tor that increased production to 20 sions. world of physics (Electro Nuclear reductor for turbines clean energy products.” megawatts per hour. In a joint But he continues to pursues his Magnetism) and has developed a to create hydro elec- Romana received effort the University of Manitoba dream of an oil-free world with process that converts biomass to tricity. The reductor his graduate education and Simon tested the emissions Indigenous peoples as players, not energy. He is presently the founder separates the solid with Texas State from the Manitoba site. After the pawns. His vision is to strategically and owner of IraNRG Inc., an ener- mass from the water University and Ben results came back a paper was writ- place reductors on First Nations gy company that helps develop and creates dry fuel. Gurion University in ten by the university on his across Canada with major hydro cleaner and more efficient forms of This green energy is Israel. His degrees research. Gasification of the City of lines running through them. creating hydro electricity by repli- cleaner and can pro- include a doctorate in Winnipeg's bio-sludge resulted in Energy would be sold by the First cating photosynthesis and literally duce more power at a Physics, Bachelor of emissions and mercury levels that Nations instead of being bought. turning garbage into electricity. much cheaper price. Science with Honours were 66 per cent below Canadian Akwesasne Mohawk Nation “This process has been a part of During his time in and Bachelor of guidelines. Chief Ronnie Sunday has the natural world for millions of Canada he met Phil Engineering. Romana says he has a standing expressed interest in the energy years” Simon says. “All I have Fontaine, now In 1997 Chief Jerry offer from a U.S. company that has project, and Inter-Tribal Relations done is take it and refine it to National Chief of the Fontaine of Sagkeeng offered him $30,000 for every (ITR), a business group from extract more energy. This is what’s Assembly of First Simon Romana First Nation was at a megawatt that he can produce for Nipissing First Nation, is introduc- called a reduction gasification Nations (AFN). According to World Indigenous Conference and them, but he says putting ing Romana's to First Nations process.” Simon, the National Chief has been heard about Romana’s work Indigenous people into the billion- across Ontario. Jason Goodstriker, Romana has been a guest of the very interested in his work and has through a friend. Chief Fontaine dollar power business is his goal. AFN regional chief for Alberta and Sagkeeng First Nation in Manitoba kept close tabs on his progress for then invited him to his community He hopes that First Nations will economic portfolio holder, has con- for over seven years, working and the seven years since he first to further develop its potential, and share his dream and journey with firmed his organization's interest in perfecting his process that could worked in his home community of Romana took up the offer. him. this initiative. "We are working on very well revolutionize the energy Sagkeeng. In 2000, Romana built the first This journey is not without its a First Nations' Energy Summit for business as we know it. Simon “Environmental technology is medium-size prototype reductor for controversy and opposition. early spring of 2005," he says. Capreol-area men’s life a blast By Heidi Ulrichsen fireworks company after meeting commercial WAHNIPITAE FN — Life’s a blast for Ted mortgage salesman Pacione, who had been Roque and Domenic Pacione. Literally. The involved in the fireworks business in the United Capreol-area men spend a lot of their spare time States. The partners made a business plan, and assembling and setting off powerful explosives bought out the inventory of Spectacular North, a for their growing business, Dream Catcher Sudbury fireworks company whose owner was Fireworks. retiring. Since starting up on the Wahnipitae First “You get to blow things up,” says Pacione, Nation in 2000, the men have put on dozens of with an impish grin. “It’s fun to do. It’s an art shows at events as diverse as Christmas celebra- form. When you hear the crowds cheering, it is tions at the Living Nativity at Science North and something else...I just had the luck of meeting various powwows on Manitoulin Island. some people in the United States who were into They also offer a rather unusual service. it, and they taught me how to do it.” People can hire Dream Catcher to spread the The Chinese fireworks the men use for their ashes of a departed loved one in a fireworks dis- shows and sell wholesale to other fireworks com- play, says Roque. Family members are encour- panies look like round balls covered in brown aged to gather for the display, and at a predeter- paper. There are explosives in the bottom of each Dr. Billy “Chief” Diamond of Waskaganish, Quebec with his Lifetime Business Award. mined moment a “custom aerial shell” will be ball, and fuses that lead up to the stars inside. launched hundreds of metres in the air, spreading The shells are propelled into the air with mor- First inductees honoured in new the deceased's ashes far and wide. tar tubes, says Roque. The fireworks shells can be “We started this because we had a request smaller than a fist or can get as big as kitchen from somebody who wanted his dad’s ashes to be tables. The biggest ones they use are usually about Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame shot up in the sky...we have a gentleman who is 12 inches in diameter, and shoot 1,200 feet in the TORONTO — The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) has hon- licensed to build this shell. We believe we’re the air. The partners also sell family-use fireworks oured Dr. Billy "Chief" Diamond of Waskaganish, Quebec and Irvin Goodon of only ones in Canada who do it right now...we’re wholesale to stores and trading posts in the north- Boissevain, Manitoba as the first inductees to the new Aboriginal Business Hall of actually getting quite a few inquiries,” says east, and put together custom kits for members of Fame (ABHF). Roque. Dream Catcher employs about 12 mem- the public looking to put on unique fireworks Dr. Diamond, a northern Québec Cree, was instrumental in the formation and bers of the Wahnipitae First Nation part- displays. growth of such companies as Creeco, Air Creebec, Cree Construction and time to help out with the business. “They are in a cardboard package and Development, Cree Yamaha Motors, Moosonee Transportation Ltd., Trans Arctic “When I worked underground I was there’s a bunch of shells in them. We put Shipping and Gas and many others. He is currently on the board of the Niskamoon used to explosives because I was together stuff that’s a little bit higher end than Corporation, which is responsible for business partnerships between the Cree Nation trained to drill and blast,” says Roque, classic fireworks kits,” says Pacione. of Québec and Hydro Québec and the Government of Québec. who works during the day for the The business is Goodon, a Métis from Manitoba, started a business distributing treated fence posts Wahnipitae First Nation. “So a about a 50/50 split to farms in the Turtle Mountains of Manitoba in 1951 and grew it into the largest post lot of it did come naturally, between family-use frame construction company in Canada. He also has interests in the tourism and hos- because we do a lot of our fireworks and planned pitality business. One of his latest projects is a wildlife museum in Boissevain. shows elec- fireworks events. The ABHF is sponsored by ESS Support Services, a division of Compass Group tronically But they are Canada. The ABHF was created by CCAB last year to mark their 20th year of oper- now. It’s always looking ations. pretty much to expand in new The induction ceremony took place February 15 at the seventh annual CCAB very similar and innovative Circle for 2015 Annual Gala Dinner at Toronto's Four Seasons Hotel. The dinner this in some directions. year honoured First Nations business was sold out. Over 400 senior Aboriginal and aspects.” Roque and non-Aboriginal business leaders attended. Roque Pacione are cur- In addition to paying tribute to outstanding business leaders of the past and the became rently bidding on present, the new ABHF will serve as an example of excellence for young Aboriginal intrigued a proposal to do people thinking about a career in business. with the a $500,000 (US) idea of set- show in Croatia For more information on the Awards and the CCAB please contact Jocelyne ting up a Ted Roque fireworks business is exploding. in 2006. Soulodre at 416-961-8663 ext. 235 or [email protected] – Photo by Marg Seregelyi Page 10 Anishinabek News March 2005 Restoration of Jurisdiction Constitution Development workshop a success By Mike Restoule ty involvement. reaching out in communities to There were 37 participants inform, instruct, and include Alderville, Nipissing, Red Rock Constitutions required for community members in their and Whitefish Lake First participation in the Education constitution-building processes. Nations gathered at the Best and Governance agreements Laronde provided tips on how to Western Hotel in North Bay for a Both the education and gov- write good news articles and rewarding and successful work- ernance agreements currently how to solicit community shop to kick-start the First under negotiation with Canada involvement. She said that Nation Constitution require that constitutions be Anishinabek preferred face-to- Development Project, February developed for Participating First face communications such as 11 and 12, 2005. The four First Nations to exercise law-making those that occur at workshops, Nations were selected from a authority, or jurisdiction. conferences and home visits. pool of ten applying to pilot the Merle Pegahmagabow, Head development of community con- Negotiator in the Education Terms of Reference and a stitutions in the Anishinabek ter- negotiations gave the group a Work Plan Nipissing First Nation Constitution Development Committee:Front row: ritory. brief history of the education Facilitated by O'Donnell, Georgina Pelletier, Melissa Restoule Back row: Doug Chevrier, Fred Tracey O'Donnell, legal negotiations. He explained that committee members got right McLeod Jr., Ralph Beaucage counsel for the Chiefs when the Trudeau government down to work. O'Donnell sepa- Committee on Governance and introduced the "White Paper" in rated the group into their respec- the Restoration of Jurisdiction 1969, Native people responded tive committees to develop ele- negotiations, facilitated the ses- in 1972 with the "Orange Paper," ments of their Terms of sion. Mike Restoule, Special petitioning for Indian control of Reference. The Committees' Projects Coordinator at Union of Indian education. Terms of Reference will include Ontario Indians, organized the Pegahmagabow explained that but are not limited to, how often event. O'Donnell opened the ses- Native people saw the impor- meetings are to occur, who may sion on Friday evening and led tance of control over education attend, what is a quorum, who the group in a roundtable discus- as a key to our survival. will chair, what are the goals, sion on the intent and purpose of Martin Bayer, a lawyer from how communications be uti- constitutions and First Nations Aundeck Omni Kaning and lized, how often and to whom to expectations about what consti- Chief Negotiator for the report progress, preparation of tutions could do to improve the Governance negotiations took agendas, and resources required. way their communities were participants through a discussion Terms of Reference are crucial governed. of challenges in the areas of to the committees to refer to and housing, health and social serv- assist with drafting and revising 'Protection of our way of doing ices that First Nations must their respective work plans. Alderville First Nation Constitution Development Committee: things and a guarantee of cer- address within and outside of The Special Projects Front row: Pam Crowe, Amber Crowe, Patricia Smith, Robert Smith, tain rights' their communities, and how a Coordinator, Mike Restoule, Joanne Smoke. Back row: Robin Petersen, Wayne Beaver, Elgie Marsden-Cormier, Paul Simpson, Bud Cormier, Alayne Bigwin Participants provided a list of constitution can bring about would like to acknowledge principles that might be included meaningful change in the quality Doreen Trudeau, Esther Gilbank in a community constitution. of life for Anishinabek. and Cathie Favreau for their One participant described a con- assistance in making the work- stitution as, "Protection of our Jurisdiction, Culture, shop a success. Miigwetch to way of doing things and a guar- Strategic Planning and Perry McLeod-Shabogesic, antee of certain rights." Another Governing Institutions matter Diane Enosse and Art suggested that a First Nation Bayer, like Bellefeuille, Petahtegoose for speaking to the constitution should include spir- referred to the Harvard Project Creator on our behalf to ask for itual and cultural principles. on American Indian Economic help and guidance in this signif- A presentation by Fred Development that found that icant undertaking. Bellefeuille, Restoration of Tribes could be very successful Jurisdiction Project Director, when they governed themselves. Capacity centred on the Indian Act, a law He told how the Citizen that governs virtually every Nation in Development aspect of our lives. Holding a Oklahoma, with only a few acres Workshop #6 copy of the Indian Act, of land and less than a thousand Bellefeuille pointed out that dollars in the bank, were able to This is last of a series of six Whitefish Lake First Nation Constitution Development Committee: Front Anishinabe people did not have capitalize on economic opportu- workshops hosted by the row: Teresa Migwans, Darlene Naponse, Vanessa Young, Dolores any input into its creation and it nities that brought their tribe Union of Ontario Indians Naponse, Jeff Naponse, Freda Millard. Back Row: Jen Brideau, Art is for that reason the Restoration tremendous wealth. Today, they Restoration of Jurisdiction Petahtegoose, Justin Nootchtai, Bernie Petahtegoose, Pam Naponse- of Jurisdiction Project was initi- own the First National Bank of Corbiere, Ralph Young, Diane Enosse ated. The self-government Shawnee. Bayer emphasized the project this year. Political negotiations were born out of the importance that jurisdiction, cul- Leadership, Band Managers, necessity for Anishinabek to ture, strategic planning and good Program Directors support emerge from under Indian Act governance institutions, like staff and youth at the First control and be self-governing. constitutions, play in community Nation, Tribal Council or Bellefeuille referred to a study development and in formalizing other First Nation done at Harvard University on a new government-to-govern- Organization level would American Indian economic ment relationship with Canada. benefit greatly from the dis- development that found jurisdic- cussion and participation this tion to be necessary for Indian Use the Five W's and One H - self-government and self-suffi- How to Get Your Message Out dynamic workshop. ciency. Mary Laronde, ROJ Mike Restoule, Special Communications Officer, deliv- Effective Communications within Projects Coordinator briefly ered an informative presentation First Nations described the Constitution on communications and consul- Aundeck Omni Kaning Development Pilot Project and tation strategies. Laronde March 22, 23, 24, 2005 explained that the project is a explained that communications Facilitator—Jim Dumont three-part process involving the is, very simply, a process where- For further workshop informa- creation of First Nation constitu- by a sender delivers a message to tion please contact Red Rock First Nation Constitution Development Committee: Front row: tions, the creation of the an audience and an understand- 1-877-702-5200 or Tony Perkles, Glenda Haskell, Denise Bouchard, Frances Hicknell Back Anishinabek Nation constitu- ing occurs. Participants were [email protected]. row: Terry Bouchard, Tracey O’Donnell (Workshop Facilitator, also a tion, and research and communi- introduced to various methods of member of Red Rock First Nation) March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 11 Restoration of Jurisdiction Mediating disputes a Negotiators complete ‘win-win’ situation draft Governance AIP By Mary Laronde ed between the parties, it is a By Mary Laronde Morin of Indian and Northern Findings of the second-phase win-win situation.” Negotiators for the Affairs Canada - Ontario Appeals and Redress workshops With attendance at the four Anishinabek Nation and Canada Region will be reporting back to and wrap-up conference identify workshops and wrap-up confer- have now reached an agreement the federal caucus to inform the need for several kinds of ence totaling about 150 from on the draft text of the them that the parties have appeals structures – from com- across the Anishinabek territory, Agreement-in-Principle on reached a draft Agreement-in- mittees to courts - depending on participants learned first-hand Governance. Negotiation teams Principle on Governance and the kind of conflict to be and shared their experiences for both sides had been working resolved. Also expressed was the about developing appeals sys- to complete acceptable wording need for First Nation-based, tems to deal with disputes that on the issue of own source rev- regional and nation-level struc- can arise from the operation of Anishinabek Police Services enue and now have wording that tures as part of an overall system First Nation laws, policies and Sergeant George Couchie will be acceptable for the pur- that would allow Anishinabek to programs. In some communities cial courts unless they are sent to poses of taking the agreement deal with conflicts internally policies are just now taking Queen’s Park. We try to stay into Anishinabek Nation com- instead of going to outside justice shape to guide decisions, while away from doing charges from munities for discussion and systems, which can be costly, in others like Nipissing, dispute Indian Act by-laws because the review. To this end, time-consuming, and drive those resolution processes are set out provincial courts don’t know the agreement reflects word- in codes and policies. about them. The province gets ing that ensures that when a Goulais described the four- no direction from the federal Fiscal Transfer Arrangement is stage dispute resolution process government. Charges can drag- ultimately negotiated and agreed in their land management code. on and on and this is very frus- to, it will be negotiated subject In the first step, the parties in a trating for officers,” Couchie to such terms and conditions dispute try to negotiate a solu- explained. He suggested that in agreeable to both sides. tion. Failing that there is a facil- passing by-laws, First Nations The Agreement-in-Principle Martin Bayer and Liz Morin itated discussion. Next there is a should ask: Can the by-law be on Governance will now be the mediation process where the enforced? How will it be focus of presentations to Chiefs will be recommending to the mediator recommends a solu- enforced? Can it be dealt with on and Councils that will give lead- Federal Steering Committee tion. The final step is arbitration the territory? ership and band members the that it be initialed off by Morin. by a panel whose decision is Grand Council Chief John opportunity to gain a deeper “The Agreement in Principle binding. Beaucage also presented at the appreciation of the document as on Governance will represent an Goulais, who headed up the conference. “Justice is linked to well as ask any questions they important milestone. After years Indian Commission of Ontario, self-sufficiency,” he said. “As may have. of hard work, soon there will be facilitated discussions and medi- Nipissing Chief Phillip Goulais we move forward in the Band Council Resolutions in a formal document for the ated solutions during several Restoration of Jurisdiction and support of moving the process Parties to consider. I look for- in dispute even further apart. major land claim negotiations. self-government, we will take up forward have been received ward to being able to initial this First in an impressive line-up “Mediation works,” he those things that we had before. from Nipissing, Sheshegwaning, Agreement and turn our atten- of presenters at the wrap-up con- explained, “but there is no room Governments have three aspects: and Long Lake # 58 First tion to the negotiation of a Final ference, Nipissing Chief, Phillip around the table for people who the executive or leaders, the Nations. From here, Agreement,” Morin said. Goulais, underscored why alter- don’t have a mandate or the will- administration such as our band Anishinabek Nation negotiators “This next phase will be native dispute resolution ingness to solve problems.” offices are, and the judicial, for plan to visit more Anishinabek exciting - so many First Nation processes are preferred over Goulais also lso essential to a which appeals and alternative Nation communities now that members have come out to pub- going to court. successful mediation is that the dispute resolution processes are the draft Agreement-in-Principle lic meetings, participated in “In war and in the courts mediator be trusted by the par- needed.” on Governance is finalized. capacity development work- there are winners and losers,” ties, Goulais Other presentations were Band Council Resolutions shops and spoken up about what Goulais told about 50 partici- Essential to making justice delivered by Councillor Rolanda are not legally binding at this matters to them about gover- pants assembled February 22 systems work and appeal Manitouwabi who shared stage, but simply give authority nance. and 23 at the Elders’ Hall at the processes work is enforcing the Wikwemikong’s experience in to the Grand Council Chief of Now there will be a further Union of Ontario Indians (UOI) decisions. Anishinabek Police developing their appeals process the Anishinabek Nation to sign opportunity for the members of head office in Nipissing First Services Sergeant George and Lake Huron Region Elder the AIP on behalf of those First Participating First Nations of Nation. “In court the appeals can Couchie, a 24-year veteran offi- Gordon Waindubunce. Nations wanting to continue the Anishinabek Nation to move go on and on with no real end cer stationed at Nipissing, his Legal counsel, Jenny negotiations toward a Final forward with designing govern- result and the [losers] will say home community, highlighted Restoule-Mallozzi, reviewed the Agreement. Chief Negotiator ment institutions and processes there is no justice. When people enforcement complications on findings of the workshops and for the Anishinabek Nation, that will meet their needs,” say ‘I want justice,’ what they First Nations land. conference that will be published Martin Bayer was pleased to see Morin added. are really saying is ‘I want to “By-laws [generally] are not in the final report. that the draft text has now been The Agreement-in-Principle win.’Where a solution is mediat- enforceable through the provin- completed. on Governance states that the “This document represents Final Agreement will be based Capacity development for First Nations the hard work and views of so on the recognition that the many of our band members who inherent right of self-govern- By Jamie Restoule Nations. Leon also provided an dependent on their understand- wanted to see alternatives to the ment is an existing Aboriginal On February 16 & 17, 2005 explanation of the Ontario fund- ing and knowledge that Leon Indian Act or the recent First right within the meaning of sub- over 30 First Nation Education ing model with particular refer- Brumer presented. Nations Governance Act. Now section 35 (1) of the professionals gathered in Sault ence to tuition fees paid to The final two Capacity we have an opportunity to move Constitution Act, 1982, without Ste. Marie to discuss education school boards on behalf of First Development workshops for into a process that will eventual- the Parties taking any position tuition agreements. Facilitated Nations pupils. 2004-05 are taking place in ly see us passing our own laws in respect to how the inherent by Elizabeth Bigwin and Leon Liz Bigwin of the March 2005. ‘Developing Work in the areas of elections, mem- right of self-government may be Brumer, this Capacity Ogemawahj Tribal Council Plans and Budgets’ will be deliv- bership, language and culture ultimately defined at law and Development workshop was a shared many actual experiences ered on March 1-2 at Whitefish and management and operations that nothing in the Final great success with participants of the First Nation communities of government, and not be so Agreement will be construed so learning both how the provincial that she has worked with. Liz Lake First Nation and ‘Effective Communications within First dependant on other govern- as to abrogate or derogate from model for funding works as well used a step-by-step approach ment’s agendas and priorities. any Treaty Rights and as reviewing strategies for nego- through a PowerPoint presenta- Nations’ will be delivered on After 129 years of the Indian Aboriginal Rights of the tiating tuition agreements for tion and also guided the partici- March 22-23 at Aundeck Omni Act, it’s about time we looked at Participating First Nations rec- First Nations. pants through an Education Kaning. something we designed our- ognized and affirmed by section Leon Brumer covered mate- Services Agreement Guidebook. For more info contact Jamie selves”. 35 of the Constitution Act, rial which entailed a review of Participants gained a vital under- Restoule at (705) 497-9127 or From Canada’s perspective, 1982. the provincial funding formula standing that the material pre- [email protected]. Chief Federal Negotiator, Liz with reference to the UOI First sented by Liz was very much Page 12 Anishinabek News March 2005

Native Studies full page March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 13 Kinoomaagewin/Education Aviation program wins Schweig partnership award talks Canadore College and First Nations Technical Institute have been awarded the 2004 ACAATO show biz Partnership Award for the Aviation Pilot-Fixed- Wing program. ACAATO awards recognize excel- By Kathleen Imbert lence in college leadership, innovation and part- SUDBURY — “I like film, nership, and recipients and nominees are hon- art work” and even though “the oured each year at the Association of Applied Arts whole system is set up for us to and Technology of Ontario conference, in Toronto fail, we’re still alive, that means this month. something.” Eric Schweig, Eric Schweig First Nations Technical Institute, on actor in The Missing directed by and urged students to “find out Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory just west of Ron Howard spoke to students what you’re good at and listen to Kingston, Ont. and Canadore, located in North at the University of Sudbury in that voice that tells you what Bay, first signed a formal agreement in 1993, February about Indigenous pres- you love to do.” based on a commitment to provide accessible avi- Eve Monture and Tara Kohoko both graduated in 1997 ence in the movie business. “We Film takes him to the US ation training to Aboriginal people. Particularly and are Captains with Air Creebec. don’t have many people in the where he will be starring in important was that the instruction be oriented business and I scoop up as much Spielberg’s next film In the towards students who would be returning to their Cornick, Canadore’s vice president of technical as I can because we are so few. I West. “The film industry loves communities to work in the industry. services and facilities development. “The two can’t understand why we don’t chaos” and “if you tell them to “Collaboration is at the heart of the program,” partners have been fully involved since inception, have enough people in the busi- get lost, they keep knocking at says Terry Bernhardt, vice-president of finance at combining their complementary resources to pro- ness.” your door.” And Schweig has a FNTI. “The real measure of the success of the vide aviation training to Aboriginals so that they The Gkendasswin Trail savvy way of dealing with the Aviation program is the high rate of students who could take the skills back to their communities. As Lecture series presented by industry. His earnings in The are able to complete the program and find jobs in well as developing and delivering the program, Native Student Services hosted Missing where he played the that career area. Most of the advertising for the the partners also signed a Memorandum of Eric Schweig to talk about his role of a wicked ‘brujo’ sorcerer program comes from students passing through. Agreement for future initiatives.” life, his artwork and the movie could have only been $65,000 We don't do a lot of recruiting. Students come to Before the agreement existed FNTI was only industry. Born in the North West US instead of the $200,000 US us.” providing flight training for local people. Territories of Inuit, Portuguese he made his agent negotiate for The partners have worked hard to eliminate Canadore, at the same time, had determined to and German descent, Schweig him after he bluntly refused their barriers, frequently financial and geographic, that build on the strong reputation of its aviation pro- was raised in the Algonquin first offer. have prevented Aboriginal people from getting the gram. Canadore and FNTI are ideal partners for Park area in the Madawaska val- He regrets the lack of pos- training they need, the partners say. expansion, particularly given that they share a ley and was a child of the 60’s sibilities for interesting roles for “This is an excellent partnership and I am very commitment to provide accessible and innovative scoop. His life dedicated to film Indigenous people in the movie glad that it is been recognized,” says Ewen training to Aboriginal learners. is a need to express his emotions after the hell he suffered in a fos- industry because of stereotypes. ter home. “I was abused ritual- He would like to play different istically until I was 16 years old. roles. To play sex scenes “you That was my idea of love.” He have to be desirable” but racism spoke of the emotion of when and stereotypes leave native his first girlfriend held his hand people not much in demand for “It was surreal, all she did was these roles. Schweig has also touch my hand.” starred in The Last of the His career has been a “com- Mohicans as Unca, has had roles bination of luck and drive but in TNT’s Broken Chain, Scarlet not revenge" he told the intimate Letter and, Disney’s . gathering of students. “If you do things out of hate, you won’t go (Kathleen Imbert is a citizen anywhere, you have to do things of Wikwemikong Unceded with a pure heart.” Schweig and is currently shared his perception of life as a student at the University of Cossette “one shot but develop a plan” Sudbury in Native Studies.) Communications Need summer Help 6 x 7 Lakehead U. Nursing School Recruitment 4 x 4.5 Page 14 Anishinabek News March 2005

Native Studies full page March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 15 Masinaigan/Books FN Library Week spreads the word The Ontario government Nations Public Library Week (Deseronto); of the joined First Nation communities observes the First Nations’ tradi- New Credit (Caldedonia); across Ontario to celebrate the tional time for storytelling. The M’Chigeeng (West Bay) vitality of First Nations’ libraries 2005 theme, “Proud Past, Proud (Mindemoya);and Whitefish and their contribution to the Future at your library” celebrates River (Birch Island). province’s history, heritage and the First Nation public library’s The First Nations Public culture with key roles – Library Week launch event also First Nations respectful keep- officially kicked off First Nation Library Week er of the history Communities Read, an annual that ran from of its communi- program initiated in 2003 to pro- February 14-19. ty and First mote awareness of books featur- “First Nation peoples, ing native content and/or the Nations and vital con- work of Aboriginal authors and libraries, like all tributor to the illustrators. The title selection libraries, are successful for 2005 is SkySisters, written by hubs of com- growth and Jan Bourdeau Waboose. munity life and development of Jan Bourdeau Waboose is an play an impor- individuals and Anishinawbe Ojibway with tant role in communities Ancestors from Pays Plat and encouraging lit- overall. Fort William Reserves. She eracy and sup- Caribbean worked with the Union of porting chil- percussion and Ontario Indians from 1974 to Artist Moses Beaver with a young artist at Thunder Bay’s Waverley Park dren’s educa- chanting, Afro- 1984, in the education program Library during First Nations Library Week. tion,” said Participants at Thunder Bay’s Canadian story- and was the Director of Social Culture Library Week produced a piece of telling, and old- Services when she left. Telling stories with pictures Minister art entitled ‘Proud Past, Proud time fiddling The goals of First Nations Madeleine Future.’ and square Public Library Week are to Moses (Amik) Beaver is a professional Aboriginal artist from the Meilleur. “First Nations Public dancing were just some of the encourage First Nation public fly-in community of Nibinamik, (Summer Beaver) 500 kilometres Library Week encourages First arts programs lined up for First libraries to promote their north of Thunder Bay in Northern Ontario. Nations libraries to promote Nation communities as part of resources and services to their Beaver was invited to participate at the Waverley Park Library on their growing collections and the celebrations. Five First communities through a variety February 17, to help celebrate First Nations Public Library Week. services to their communities.” Nation public libraries offered of programs and activities; Community members from Thunder Bay were invited out to “Paint The First Nations Public cross-cultural programs to their increase community leaders’ with the Artist.” A final painting was created by the people that par- Library Week pays tribute to the communities. Non-native per- awareness of the value public ticipated which was donated to the library. First Nations’ oral tradition by formers travelled to First Nation libraries add to First Nation “Storytelling is also one of the oldest forms of communication, respecting and building on the communities, met with First communities; and reach out to teaching and entertainment. Stories for Firsts Nations People have community’s storytelling tradi- Nation peers, presented work- Ontario’s non-native public always been a tool of cultural transmission that hold the history, val- tions. Public libraries across shops in schools, and offered libraries with an invitation to ues, beliefs and spirituality of the people,” Beaver said. Ontario celebrated First Nations community performances. The view First Nations Public Through art, Moses transcends the verbal story-telling history of Public Library Week with pro- First Nation public libraries who Library Week as an opportunity his people and enters into the realm of visual arts as a form of com- grams and displays that celebrat- hosted the programming were: to offer accurate and culturally munication. ed the “Proud Past, Proud Chippewas of Georgina Island sensitive programming and dis- The images he paints tell stories and often reflect ancient teach- Future” of First Nation peoples. (Lake Simcoe); Kanhiote plays about their First Nations ings of his people, Moses says. The winter timing for First Tyendinaga Territory neighbours. For more information please visit www.mosesbeaver.com.

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A six-member jury of representa- N. Grow Bond Issue tives from Ontario’s First Nation public libraries selected the First 8 x 5.5 Nation Communities Read 2005 title, SkySisters by Jan Bourdeau Waboose. Other nominations includ- ed: Catching Spring by Sylvia Olsen; Coyote’s New Suit by Thomas King; Morning on the Lake by Jan Bourdeau Waboose; Nations of the Eastern Great Lakes by Rebecca Sjonger & Bobbie Kalman; NSHK- INTAM GII-MAANJIDIYAANG – Our First Family Circle by Merle Assance Beedie (pictured); Qu’appelle by David Bouchard; and The Song Within My Heart by David Bouchard. Page 16 Anishinabek News March 2005

AN7GC Chartiy COLOR 2 half page ads March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 17 Kettle and Stony Point First Nation operates grocery store, restaurant, radio station By Rick Garrick Kettle and Stony Point band park’s expropriation is now one their youth a stronger identity. “They had a big table at the KETTLE & STONY POINT members who operate small of the subjects of the Ipperwash “They lacked ownership and Christmas Bazaar, at the end of — The Chippewas of Kettle and service businesses, such as Inquiry. identity,” Bressette said. “Now November,” Bressette said. Stony Point are aiming to attract cleaning and lawn care, during The Ipperwash Inquiry is that we have our own school, we Among the notable commu- business into their industrial the summer. looking into the shooting death know we’re Chippewa.” nity members are Elder Rachel park. Although the band is the of Dudley George, after he and About 30 of the community’s Shawkence, past Chief Charles “We’re look- major employer about 30 other unarmed protest- younger ath- Shawkence, cur- ing to attract in the communi- ers moved into the park to letes participat- rent Chief Tom some kind of ty, with about protest the Ontario government's ed in the 2002 Bressette, and spin-off indus- 150 employees, use of sacred land as a provin- North artists/authors try,” said Bob the grocery cial park. Ipperwash Park is American Barry Milliken, Bressette, band store is the located on a burial site. Indigenous Gail Bressette councillor for largest commer- The band settled the Games in (Daanis), the past 18 cial employer Enniskillen Land Claim in 2004 Winnipeg. Dennis Henry years, noting and about 15 after a 20-year process, for $2 “Every one and Moses that the band is commercial million which will be used to of the kids we Lunham. working to gain fishermen earn a purchase land, and is currently sent came back In addition to ISO certifica- living by selling negotiating the Camp Ipperwash with at least Chief Tom tion, an interna- pickerel and (1942) Claim with the federal one medal,” Bressette and tional standard salmon out of government. Bressette said. councillor Bob used by big busi- their garages. “The government appropriat- “They came Bressette, other ness around the Kettle and ed it under the War Measures back wearing council mem- world, to help Stony Point, Act,” Bressette said, explaining their Team bers are David achieve their with a popula- that the land was supposed to be Ontario jackets Henry, Peter goals. “This tion of about returned after the war was over and never took Cloud Sr., Ron makes the access 950 on-reserve and the government didn't need them off for George, Rudy a whole lot easi- and about 980 it anymore. “They still haven’t three years.” Bressette, er. They will talk off-reserve and returned it.” The com- Elizabeth business right a land base of Negotiations have bogged munity has also Cloud-Stevens, away.” 2660 acres in down over the environmental been looking Brian Monague, Bressette the Kettle Point assessment issue, Bressette said. after their Maynard (Sam) feels that if more area and 2460 Two other land claims, the Elders. George, and band members acres in the West Ipperwash Beach Claim The com- Yvonne were employed Stony Point and the Clench Claim, have yet munal area in (Bonnie) in the communi- Veteran's Monument located at area, is located to be heard. the Seniors Chief Thomas Bressette Bressette. ty, they would entrance to community which on Lake Huron, Although the claims process Building was The commu- stay in the com- was dedicated June 21, 2003 about a 45 is slow, the band has moved for- enlarged to give the Elders more nity also built a Veterans War munity and spend their money at minute drive north on Hwy. 21 ward in other areas. space to meet, and an old office Memorial in 2003, designed and community businesses. from the US/Canada Blue Water Over the past year, the com- building was also renovated, sculpted by community artisan Many of the community’s Bridge. It is one of the 42 cur- munity built additions onto the inside and out, at the communi- Bruce Bressette as a tribute to businesses, such as the Points rent member communities of the Day Care Centre and Health ty’s trailer park for the Elder’s veterans from the Preference Grocery Store, the Anishinabek Nation represented Services Centre, opened an use. until now. Sweetgrass & Sage Restaurant, by the Union of Ontario Indians. Aboriginal Head Start Program, “They call it the Lodge,” A Heritage Centre, which Kool Kats Pizza and Subs, Two The community has been in and started an ECE Diploma Bressette said. “Every week will contain historic information Eagles Smoke Shop and Video the news since September 6, Program for band members at they get together and do some- on the community’s rare “kettle” Store, and Points Eagle Radio 1995, when Anthony Dudley the community’s Four Winds thing.” formations and flint beds and CKTI, are located in the Kettle George was killed by an Ontario Business & Training Centre. The Elders, who have past chiefs and dignitaries, is Point Mall. Provincial Police officer during “Almost half the population formed themselves into a group planned for a location near the “It’s becoming the centre a protest over Ipperwash is youth,” Bressette said. “We called the Golden Eagles, have Elder’s Lodge once adequate now,” Bressette said. Provincial Park. don’t have too many Elders been taking language classes funding is found. “Everybody goes here now “Ipperwash Park was once left.” and setting up fundraising Kettle and Stony Point was instead of going to Forest or part of the Stony Point reserve,” In 1995, the community built efforts for any upcoming com- known historically as trading Sarnia.” Bressette said, adding that the Hillside Public School to give munity events. centre, due to its flint beds The mall, built by the band in which were used for making the mid-1990’s, is operated by skinning knives and arrow and the Southwind Corporate spear points. Development Board, a band- “There is evidence that peo- owned corporation which also ple used to travel long distances runs the industrial park. to trade for the flint,” Bressette Both the grocery store and said. “We’re still a trading cen- the restaurant are band-operated tre, we’re so much into the businesses, while the pizza and tourist business.” video stores are owned by band This June, the community members. CKTI, which operates will be hosting the Union of 18 hours a day, is run by an Ontario Indians annual general Interim-Steering committee. assembly, this year called a R&R Marina, located on the Unity Gathering, which will be Lake Huron waterfront, and two celebrated by a traditional pow - variety store/gas bars are among wow. the other businesses in the com- Kettle and Stony Point’s munity. annual competition pow-wow During the summer months, will be held on the second week- Kettle and Stony Point is a hub end in July and the community’s of activity, with close to 600 cot- Native Solidarity Day tages located on the reserve and Celebrations will be held on about 900 located within the June 21. near vicinity. The community will also be Not only do the cottagers buy holding votes in April on a cus- goods from the mall, they also tom band election code and a purchase services from many Kettle and Stony Point are aiming to attract business into their industrial park. referendum code. Page 18 Anishinabek News March 2005 Ipperwash result of ongoing government mistakes

By Laura Thibeault land be leased to bers his feeling. through occupation of the park. If the government had dealt with Ottawa, but the idea "I came home to noth- The Natives were determined to the Kettle and Stoney Point land was refused. On April ing. I'll never forget the take back what they had lost. Lexus claim quickly and in good faith 14, 1942, the residents feeling I had when I first George, a member of Stoney Point, instead of ignoring the impending of Stoney Point were went there [to Stoney told the media following a protest: crisis, could the events at Ipperwash forced to leave their Point] and couldn't find "We'll die for this land, it's as simple have been prevented? Other land lands through expropri- my mother's grave (which as that." Many shared this feeling disputes such as the 1990 Oka Crisis, ation, but were given was located on another after all the hopeless attempts to and 1995 Gustafsen Lake confronta- the right to vote on the burial ground on the negotiate peacefully. tion could also have served as valu- issue, as long as they CFB). They had removed In May of 1993, approximately able reflections on previous mistakes voted in favour of the headstones and there 100 Natives occupied Ipperwash in dealings with Natives. Ottawa. The War were bullet holes and Provincial park, living alongside the In 1827, Chief Joshua Wawanosh Measures Act was trenches dug. They could soldiers. In September of the same represented 440 Chippewas in south- invoked for those who only do that to an Indian. year, a three-week walk to Ottawa western Ontario when he signed a "refused a Surrender." That would never happen was held to protest the lack of recog- treaty to designate land claims. The The War Measures to white people." nition of treaty rights in front of the Natives of Kettle Point (then St. Act was a Canadian He was given strict Parliament Buildings. Clair) and Stoney Point (then Sauble) statute that allowed the orders that he was only The summer of 1995 provided to Reserves acquired a combined 5,000 government to assume able to visit his mother's be a very heated period between the acres of land from His Majesty sweeping emergency burial ground with per- DND and the members of Stoney George IV. With this land, the powers. When the act was invoked, Reserve and merged with the mem- mission from the Department of Point. On September 4, Ipperwash Crown promised to pay "the sum of citizens could be arrested and impris- bers, all led by one chief. The gov- National Defence. Provincial Park closed for the season. one thousand and one hundred oned without the benefit of trial or ernment did pay a sum of $50,000 to In 1946, residents of Stoney point That same night, protesters move pounds of lawful money of Upper even a stated explanation. It essen- the members of Stoney Point but were optimistic when Camp into the park through a hole cut in a Canada in goods at the prices in tially created a state of martial law most complain that the majority of Ipperwash closed. A short period fence. "Project Maple" was launched goods usually paid for the time being throughout the country. The War the money went to the Kettle Point later, it was declared a permanent by the Ontario Provincial Police for such goods […]; provided Measures Act was repealed in 1985 band. The 2,211 acres of the previ- military base, despite the promise within five hours of the arrival of the always." and replaced with the Emergencies ously Stoney Point Reserve land was made to the First Nation that it would protesters, with a goal to seek peace- Since the signing of the land Act in 1988. This act has only been now known as Canadian Forces Base be returned to them after the war. ful negotiations. The following day, claim, the Natives of Stoney Point used three times in Canadian (CFB) or Camp Ipperwash. When Several attempts were made to enter ambulance staff and two helicopters progressively lost land to non- History: World War I, World War II, the war ended in 1945, the land was into peaceful negotiations with the were assigned to the project. The natives, and most unsettlingly, to the and the October Crisis of 1970 in not returned to the Stoney Point fam- government following the end of helicopters flew above the protesters government. In 1936, as the Great Quebec. ilies as promised. World War II. The government and noted that they were unarmed, Depression was coming to an end, On Thanksgiving weekend of Among the First Nation soldiers repeatedly agreed to enter negotia- despite misleading rumours. the government of Ontario purchased 1942, the 18 families of Stoney Point who returned to Canada was a man tions but failed to take any action, The events of Wednesday, 108 acres "through private interests", Reserve moved to the Kettle Point named Clifford George, who remem- and the Natives finally protested September 6, 1995, would make his- land that had been sold to non- tory. The police began the day early natives over the years. Ipperwash with the intention of removing 15 Provincial park was created on this protestors from the park. By 22h30, land that was taken from the Natives 30 members of the police riot squad of Stoney Point. Police relations moved onto protester territory. Many In the summer of 1937, human shots were fired by the police, one of remains were found, indicators of a which fatally wounded Anthony sacred burial ground on Provincial key to problems "Dudley" George. This would mark Park land. This initially presented the first killing of a Native protestor few problems because it would only KENORA, Ont. (CP) — Ontario Regional Chief over a land claim dispute in the 20th take a fence to surround the small Charles Fox called for improved relations between century. gravesite, an arrangement agreeable First Nations and police during a Feb. 23rd Another protester, Slippery to both the Government and Natives. Ipperwash inquiry workshop in this northwestern George, was badly beaten by the However, in the rush to get the park Ontario city. police. Although he survived, at the ready for the new season, the con- Fox referred to the beating death of Max time many believed he had died. struction of the fence was forgotten Kakegamic four years ago in Kenora, Ont., as part of Protesters still maintain they were and one of the sacred burial grounds a list of high profile cases across Canada that have unarmed, while police still argue that became a picnic spot where campers contributed to strained relations between aboriginal they "fired only after they were fired also enjoyed friendly games of communities and law enforcement. on." Rumours circulated that the horseshoes. “Why is that particular issue there? How do we newly-elected Premier of Ontario, The land dispute continued deal with that issue,” asked Fox, as Kakegamic’s par- Mike Harris, had told the OPP to kill through the century, with a more dis- ents looked on. if necessary (these accusations con- turbing event during World War II. The Ipperwash inquiry is investigating the shoot- tinue to be denied). In 1997, On February 9, 1942, the Secretary ing death by a police officer of Dudley George in Dudley George – CP Photo Sergeant Kenneth Deane was con- of Indian Affairs informed the local 1995, during a protest over native land claims at a victed of criminal negligence in the Indian Agent that Stoney Pont land, provincial park in southwestern Ontario. Anishinabe Peace and Justice Coalition in Kenora, death of Dudley George. Heated located on Lake Huron, was being The Kakegamic family continues to call for a said Kakegamic’s killer would have been found by political debates and a public inquiry considered for a military base, and public inquiry, in hopes their son's killer can be now, if the victim had been the son of a prominent are still ongoing today. that residents would be given the found. While Kenora police arrested a suspect, their politician or business leader. She added she wasn’t In 1998, the original land claim right to vote, as required under the case was later thrown out, amidst allegations of mis- optimistic another public inquiry would help, saying was settled. Under the $26-million Indian Act. This specific land had conduct by investigating officers. another report wasn’'t likely to change things. agreement, the land occupied by the been chosen due to its location and “In Kenora, the First Nations people have every Treaty 3 recently embarked on a three-year former military installation was to be the availability of running water. The right to feel unsafe knowing the person responsible research project, which is meant to lay the foundation cleaned up and returned to the Kettle inhabitants' need of the land for farm- remains free to this day,” said Treaty 3 Grand Chief for its own judicial system and reduce allegations of and Stoney Point First Nation. As ing was being ignored. Arnold Gardner. systemic racism in Kenora district. well, every member of the band will On April 1, 1942, the Stoney Treaty 9 Grand Chief Stan Beardy noted every- Wabaseemoong First Nation Chief Ron Roy receive between $150,000 and Point band members were offered a one involved had a responsibility to ensure residents McDonald said he was very dissatisfied with police $400,000 in compensation. one-time payment of $50,000 to give feel safe in Ontario, adding the Kakegamic family service provided to band members. In May, 2004, Ottawa agreed to up their land, houses and farms. doesn't feel enough is being done to catch their son’s The community of 800 is 90 minutes northwest pay $15,000 to each Stoney Point Unfortunately, some of the residents killers. Adding insult to injury, his mother, Margaret of Kenora, but McDonald said he had received com- band member affected by the expro- of Stoney Point were away fighting Kakegamic, said she recently received an invoice plaints of assaults by police against his members priation in 1942. for Canada in the war. They had not from the province demanding her late son pay an relating to all three area police services, the provin- been informed of the proceedings, overdue fine. cial police, Treaty 3 Police Service and Kenora (Laura Restoule Thibeault, Dokis leaving them with no input and no The bureaucrat refused to believe her son was Police Service. First Nation, submitted this essay for voting rights on the compulsory deci- deceased, which only made the situation worse, she The chief called for direct action on problems her Aboriginal Cultures and sion. The Natives voted 59-13 added. including solvent smuggling and the unsolved deaths Societies clas at University of against the offer, suggesting that the Mary Alice Smith, spokeswoman for the of band members. Ottawa.) March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 19 In Brief New Ecological Fishing Reg's Intergovernmental Affairs TORONTO — The Ontario gov- ernment is developing a broader, ecological approach to fisheries management that includes stream- Too technical? lining fishing regulations and mak- ing them easier to understand and By Robert Morriseau follow, says Natural Resources THUNDER BAY — The Ministry of Natural Resources held a Minister David Ramsay. Northwest Region Hardwood Working Session, January 21 with The ministry is proposing to the Northwestern Ontario Forest Industry. It was to discuss the reduce the number of fishing divi- current and future situation of the hardwood (aspen and birch) sup- sions across Ontario, basing ply and demand. First Nations were not informed, nor invited to boundaries on ecological and this session. social criteria rather than geogra- An area Chief called to express concern about this meeting, phy alone. Fisheries management which prompted me to call for more information. Upon calling the would shift from an emphasis on Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Regional Office, I was noti- individual lakes to a system that fied the session was by “invite only.” When the obvious question functions on a broader landscape was asked why First Nation representatives were not notified or scale. The ministry will also create invited, I was told that someone would call as soon as possible. guidelines for all major sport fish Charlie Lauer, Regional Director of Northwest Region, MNR, species to ensure more effective called back responding “… It was felt that the session was too management and will seek greater technical for the First Nations.” public involvement in fisheries Too technical – does that imply that we as First Nations are not management through enhanced capable of understanding the terminology used in today's forestry stewardship programs. From left: Maurilio Galdino, Sister Priscilla Solomon, Jason Laronde, practices? For more info contact Chris Fleur Hackett and Ricardo Montagner. Did I miss a course, in the Aboriginal Forestry Technician Brousseau, Ministry of Natural Program on the technical terminology used between the Ministry Resources (705) 755-1231 or visit of Natural Resources and Industry? Is there a special technology www.mnr.gov.on.ca/mnr/csb/news/ Brazilians share a that only applies to MNR and Industry? 2005/feb18nr_05.html Of the 12000 professional foresters in Canada, there are approximately 80 of Aboriginal descent, with more enrolled in the similar despair universities and colleges. In Ontario alone there are university and Our Staff college programs that are geared toward Aboriginal forestry such By Jason Laronde plants throughout Brazil have as the Aboriginal Forestry Program offered at Sault College of Allan Dokis, Director NORTH BAY — Brazilians displaced thousands of families. Applied Arts & Technology. So we are being educated and trained [email protected] and Anishinabek are more alike MMontagner says that half a mil- in the new technology used in today's forestry practices. Not only Jason Laronde, Resource than one might think. The lion people will have lost their do our First Nations have the educational background they also Management Council Coordinator Pelotas River in southern Brazil homes and farmlands to the con- have the resources to hire non-aboriginal foresters and technicians [email protected] is where it all begins. Over 1500 struction of dams. Large nation- to assist them in their goals and objectives. Also, our Tribal families have been expelled from al and multinational businesses Councils and Political Organizations have on staff foresters or Alicia McLeod, technicians that report and interpret on forestry issues and activi- Treaty Research Assistant their land due to the development from the U.S. have influenced the [email protected] of the Barra Grande Dam. Small construction of dams in Brazil. ties in their areas. So we do possess the technical capability to sit size farmers have halted con- Montagner explained how with government and industry to talk about the forest in their lan- Sandra Restoule, struction of the dam by way of some of his people have died guage. Treaty Research Clerk Within the week after the Hardwood Working Session I [email protected] protesting. Some of these fami- through conflicts after the defor- requested and received from the Ministry of Natural Resources the lies have been living in encamp- esting of the principal reserve of Nadine Roach, summary of minutes and action items from this session. In review- Forestry Coordinator ments for more than 50 days to pine trees. Although, these are ing this information I realized that there was nothing too technical [email protected] protest the deforestation of the not isolated incidents the position that we as First Nations could not understand. They discussed the area with no compensation for of these multinational businesses current and future demand on hardwood supply for the existing Adolphus Trudeau, their lost land. Sound familiar? is clear and that making millions Forestry Technician mills, how the system works, accuracy of volumes predicted, fac- [email protected] I had the opportunity to meet is more important than the life of tors affecting supply and agreements made between industries for with the leader of the protest farmers. wood supply. The only thing missing at this meeting were discus- Robert Morriseau, group called Movimento dos MAB was created in the sions surrounding First Nations issues and concerns regarding Forestry Technician 1980s, uniting struggles in vari- [email protected] Atingidos por Barragens (MAB), these same hardwoods. On the flip side of this the MNR has translation – Movement of Dam- ous regions of Brazil. It is the offered put on a similar session for the First Nations in order to Yves Chenier, Affected-People. only national movement of dam- explain the current hardwood situation and commitments, howev- Policy Analyst Ricardo Montagner is a affected people in the world. er this would be done without the industry present. Once again the [email protected] farmer whose group advocates MAB works to defend the rights MNR is able to avoid bringing both the First Nations and industry Kerry Colnar for those who have been affected of dam-affected populations, together to deal with the real issue of economic opportunities for Operations Support Officer by the construction of dams. demanding fair compensation for First Nations. [email protected] Although Ricardo does not speak their losses, and their participa- Too technical? No, just not welcomed at this particular session. English, we communicated quite tion in planning and implement- effectively through an interpreter, ing resettlement so that it Website Maurilio Galdino. Maurilio is a improves the quality of life for Brazilian who lives in Canada their people. Website of the Month and speaks English and French as MAB has criticized the con- well. I asked him if he spoke struction of large dams and http://www.johnco.com/firstnat/ Ojibwa and he smiled and said worked to make the public and “not yet”. government officials fully aware The Anishinabek / Ontario Resource “FIRST NATION INFORMATION PROJECT” Through the Development of of the social and environmental This project is intended to provide a Peace organization in Canada, impacts of dams and the need for Management Council Forum mechanism to share knowledge, inter- “Sustainable Resources = Sustainable Partnerships” ests, and effective practices connecting Montagner has expressed an energy policies for the country. the Aboriginal community from around interest in meeting with other MAB is demanding that all of this expanse country and the world. An interactive conference intended to engage Ministry of Natural Resources and organizations like the Union of the social and environmental Anishinabek representatives in dialogue on natural resource issues. Ontario Indians that do similar problems be resolved before fur- work with issues concerning ther construction of the dam. April 27 & 28, 2005 Contact Us environment, energy and water. In January 2005, Stakeholders Development of Peace represen- reached an agreement with the Register Early Union of Ontario Indians tative Fleur Hackett is guiding Barra Grande Dam and the Sault Ste. Marie, ON Montagner through-out Ontario Brazilian government allows What’s inside the Conference Workshops?:    P.O. Box 711, and is in charge of setting up project to move forward. Over a Need for a joint approach Maximize dialogue Develop options and strategies North Bay, ON P1B 8J8 meetings. thousand families and farmers Contact Jason Laronde or Kerry Colnar at the Union of Ontario Toll Free: (877) 702-5200 Barra Grande is just one of will be compensated. The agree- Phone: (705) 497-9127 Indians for further Information at: many areas in the south of Brazil ment also cedes 5740 hectares for Fax: (705) 497-9135 Phone: (705) 497-9127 Fax (707) 497-9135 that is affected by the construc- conservation, where hundreds of E-mail: [email protected] tion of dams and power plants. thousands of trees are to be plant- Look for updates in the next Anishinabek News issue. Website: www.anishinabek.ca/iga Several other dams and power ed. Page 20 Anishinabek News March 2005 Intergovernmental Affairs Will proposed conservation areas impact First Nations?

By Yves Chenier within the proposed marine con- gate from the provisions guaran- areas within the proposed marine are so closely tied to our culture The proposed Lake Superior servation areas can be used for teed in Section 35 of the conservation area go far beyond and our language that any National Marine Conservation both commercial and sport fish- Constitution Act 1982, there are harvesting of wildlife for those infringement on our hunting, fish- Area (NMCA) encompasses an ing. But these activities would be many questions left to be communities in the Northern ing, trapping or any other inherent area affecting a number of the limited or even eliminated from answered about how the proposed Superior Region. The waters of right would further degrade our Union of Ontario Indians' zones protecting sensitive fea- marine conservation areas would Lake Superior and the lands that ability to sustain our traditional Northern Superior First Nation tures such as nesting areas, affect Aboriginal treaty and inher- they live on are keys to the histo- ecological knowledge. With such member communities traditional spawning beds and cultural sites. ent rights. ry and culture of the Northern a close tie to the environment it territory. The proposed marine Other activities, such as undersea The Act does state, however, Superior First Nation communi- would only be natural to have conservation area would stretch mining and oil and gas explo- that any activity that could poten- ties. Since time immemorial the these communities play a key role from the waters that extend from ration and development, are not tially pose a safety risk can be people from this area have used in the management of a National Thunder Cape straight south to permitted in NMCA. infringed upon if it is seen as a the waters and lands of the Lake Park within their territories. the mid-lake Canada-U.S. border Although the Canada matter of public safety, regardless Superior region to sustain life and has and all waters from the border NMCA's Act states that nothing if it is a treaty right or not. carry on their traditions. actively participated throughout north and east along the coastline in the act is to abrogate or dero- The traditional uses of the The traditions of our people the entire process to date by host- to Bottle Point, northeast of the ing an open house and participat- Slate Islands. ing in group meetings, providing According to Parks Canada, valuable input into the process. which is the Ministry responsible The Northern Superior Chiefs for the proposed NMCA's, they expressed the need to establish a are established for the purpose of process with Parks Canada that protecting and conserving repre- respects the government-to-gov- sentative marine areas for the ernment relationship First benefit, education and enjoyment Nations have with the federal of the people of Canada. The goal government. A recommendation of the NMCA System Plan is to was made to Parks Canada to have a least one NMCA for each engage in a process to work of the 29 marine regions in towards the development of a Canada. With the addition of five framework for co-management new marine conservation areas, by First Nations on the establish- seven of the 29 marine regions ment of the NMCA. At a meeting will be covered, leaving 22 to be between the North Superior addressed in the future. Chiefs and Parks Canada on Canada currently has two February 6, 2004, the recommen- operating National Marine dation was put forth and at that Conservation Parks - the Fathom time the Parks Canada representa- Five National Marine Park in tives indicated that co-manage- Ontario and the Saguenay-St. ment was not an option. Lawrence Marine Park in The Northern Superior Chiefs Quebec. Existing NMCA's and Parks Canada continue to include submerged lands, the communicate on the issue of the water above them, and any Lake Superior National Marine species found there. They can also Conservation Area and what take in wetlands, estuaries, National Marine Conservation Areas, or NMCA for short, are marine areas managed for sustainable use and involvement they will have in the islands and other coastal lands. containing smaller zones of high protection. They include the seabed, the water above it and any species management and planning of the The waters encompassed which occur there. They may also take in wetlands, estuaries, islands and other coastal lands. proposed National Park.

The Anishinabek Nation is seeking individuals to ANISHINABEK participate in a working group for the Anishinabek/Ontario HARVESTING Resource Management Council Feedback Sessions

Anishinabek/Ontario Resource Questions & Answers Management Council's Enforcement Working Group Presents a series of Information Q: Do you know what, when, and Sessions for Spring 2005 where to harvest?

Tuesday, April 5 A: You have an exciting opportunity to Chippewas of Aamjiwnaang provide valued input into the publica- 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm tion titled: Anishinabek Harvesting in Thursday, April 7 Ontario The Anishinabek / Ontario Resource Management Council is establishing a new Working Group in fisheries. The 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm established Working Group under this council will be responsible for technical work on resource management Tuesday April 12 LOOK FOR THE INFORMATION issues and will provide reports to the members of the Council. The Working Group will consist of three Nipissing First Nation SESSION NEAR YOU! 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm Anishinabek representatives. Each Working Group will meet approximately 10 times per year and all expenses Thursday April 14 MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND NOW! will be remunerated and an honorarium will be paid for each meeting. Best efforts will be made when selecting Henvey Inlet First Nation representatives to ensure each region of the Anishinabek Nation territory is represented. 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday May 10 Fort William First Nation FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Fisheries Management Working Group 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm UNION OF ONTARIO INDIANS If you are interested in participating with the Fisheries Working Group, please forward a cover letter stating your Wednesday May 11 Head Office - Nipissing First Nation interest along with your resume by March 28, 2005, to the: Pic River First Nation P.O. Box 711 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm North Bay, ON P1B 3H5 Tuesday May 17 Phone: (705) 497-9127 Union of Ontario Indians Fax: (705) 497-9135 Attention: Jason Laronde 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm Toll Free: (877) 702-5200 Wednesday May 19 Email: [email protected] P.O. Box 711, North Bay, ON P1B 8J8 M'Chigeeng First Nation Or Fax to: (705) 497-9135 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 21 Nishnaabewin/Culture FNs upset by the desecration of eagles NIPISSING FN - First Nations Seven Grandfather teachings. an individual can receive. In tradi- in Ontario are disheartened at the People who claim to follow this tional societies, the whole body, news that at least 40 bald eagle car- sacred path and who are buying bones, and various body parts are casses, all found in the past three materials from murdered eagles used in healing ceremonies and for weeks, were discovered on a BC will know what I mean," said medicinal purposes. First Nation. The Anishinabek Beaucage. Elder using an eagle feather. Nation are stating their disappoint- The Seven Grandfather teach- Feathers adore pow-wow dance ment about the discovery, in an ings include teachings on Truth, regalia and are used in many dif- effort to mitigate further illicit Honesty, Bravery, Humility, ferent ceremonies and gatherings. trade in eagle parts, and to create Wisdom, Love and Respect. This Strict protocols govern the use of an awareness of legitimate ceremo- includes love and respect for the such eagle items. Traditional nial use of these important sacred eagle, the most important spirit teachings forbid the sale of such items. bird in all of Creation. It is said the sacred items, and specific care "The idea of using one of our eagle flies the highest and therefore protocols must be employed to most important sacred symbols, is the closest to the Creator and the ensure their care and respect. Migizi (the bald eagle), for com- Spirit World. Laws are in place to ensure the mercial gain is completely abhor- "We cannot condemn," said protection of this magnificent bird, rent to us and contrary to our UOI Board Elder Gordon which is still considered endan- sacred teachings," said Grand Waindubence. "But we do have to gered. However, aboriginal people Council Chief John Beaucage. take pity on these actions and who- in both Canada and the United Beaucage offers a grave warn- ever is doing this." States, are still able to possess ing to those who may be partaking Eagle feathers, talons, bones, eagle feathers and parts for cere- in the black market for eagle parts. and even mounted heads and bod- monial use through legislative "It should be understood that ies are very important and sacred exemptions. people who have obtained items in items in Anishinabek culture and Legitimate ways of obtaining such a fashion may ultimately sub- spirituality. Eagle feathers are uni- eagle feathers and other eagle ject themselves to the antithesis of versally considered by First items include trading or bartering our what is sought after in our Nations to be the greatest honour between First Nations people, acquisitions through zoos and White moose photographed near Chapleau, Ontario. – Submitted Photo aviaries, molting at nest sites, and occasionally from the Ministry of Natural Resources. White moose has purpose The MNR and First Nations have been involved in discussions At Anishinabek News we have been receiving photographs lately of about eagle parts through the white moose from within the region. We asked Union of Ontario Indians Anishinabek-Ontario Resource board Elder Gordon Waindubence what the significance of the white Management Council, which is a moose is. He didn’t want to call it an ‘albino’ moose. partnership between the province Jokingly he called it “a zebra without stripes” but went on to say that, and the UOI. This forum has pro- like all animals on this earth, each one serves a purpose and is powerful vided a healthy discussion about in their own way. Waindubence’s father and grandfather told him that the the conservation of bald eagles and white moose is a powerful animal and should never be killed. golden eagles, as well as an oppor- “When we see things out of the ordinary, we are being allowed to see tunity for MNR officials to under- them. We see them for a reason,” he said. But just as there are white rab- stand the various aspects of obtain- bits or white bears nobody ever asks why or how come, “they just are that ing and possessing eagle items. way.”

Language Calendar 6 x 6 Page 22 Anishinabek News March 2005 Mno-bmaadziwin/Health Health Advocacy Initiative supports frontline workers

By Fran Tabobondung am working on two manual The OAHAI has four region- Metis people. The Ontario Aboriginal pieces and an update to the al Health Advocacy Developers This may include but is not Health Advocacy Initiative pro- Mental Health Act Workshop. strategically placed throughout limited to, First Nations, Health vides training and education to My specific area of delivery the province. Access Centres, Healing frontline workers on issues they runs from north to Attawapiskat, The regions include: North Lodges, Friendship Centres, face in accessing health services south to Orillia, west to Pic East; North West (position ONWA and OMAA locals. for Aboriginal clients. Mobert and east to Ottawa. vacant); South East and South If you would like to host a The North East position is The Ontario Aboriginal West. training session or would like based at the Union of Ontario Health Advocacy Initiative aims The head office is located at information about the next train- Indians, North Bay office. to address the quality and avail- the Ontario Federation of Indian ing being hosted in your area, I am Fran Tabobondung and ability of health services Friendship Centres and is coor- please call Fran Tabobondung, I have been employed as the through design, development dinated and managed by Jessica Health Advocacy Developer at North East Health Advocacy and delivery of training, con- Hill (Acting Manager). 705-497-9127 ext. 2245, or visit Fran Tabobondung Developer since November 29, ducting research; and network- The OAHAI continues to the website at: www.oahai.org 2004. ing with health organizations in Advocacy Initiative (OAHAI) is deliver all of its training ses- for a list of all the training ses- I am from Wasauksing/Parry Ontario. funded under the Aboriginal sions for free to frontline work- sions/upcoming regional gather- Island First Nation. Currently, I The Ontario Health Healing and Wellness Strategy. ers who service Aboriginal and ings.

OntarioOntario AboriginalAboriginal HealthHealth AdvocacyAdvocacy InitiativeInitiative Northern Regional Workshops

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario: Kenora, Ontario: April 27 & 28, 2005 May 25 & 26, 2005

This is an excellent opportunity for community input, information exhange and training for front line workers dealing with Aboriginal health issues.

Workshops included in the agenda are:  Aboriginal Youth Healthy Sexuality  Cultural Sensitivity  Advocacy for Front Line Workers  Hepatitis C

Discussion sessions will focus on the abuse of older adults and emerging Aboriginal health issues and trends.

For more information and registration details please contact the Ontario Aboriginal Health Advocacy Initiative at 416-956-7575 or email to [email protected] March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 23 Mno-bmaadziwin/Health

Wisconsin/ and Nephi former principal chief of the Craig, Navajo/Apache, founder of Cherokee Nation, and the first A return to healthy Native ways the Native American Culinary woman to hold the office. Association, an organization dedi- Although the recent conference By Ellen Sweets ing action. ing and gathering food,” Oden was cated to researching, developing was not the first such food summit, Denver Post The First Food Nations Native quoted as saying in marketing and preserving Indian cuisine. it was called because health, cul- For all the recent attention paid Food Summit in Milwaukee materials when she opened Corn The food focus for the event ture and nutrition experts are to fusion, fad and fancy foods, one brought together more than 150 Dance Café in the Indian-owned was consistent with the traditional increasing concerned by the break- of the nation's oldest food forms – participants from across the United hotel. Her earliest memories are of diet that sustained Indian health for down in healthful eating habits that of American Indians – has been States, including Alaska and gathering pecans, walnuts and wild centuries, noted Wilma Mankiller, among Americans. overlooked. Hawaii. Among them were chefs, greens. “I loved watching the Although there are tribal differ- registered dietitians, nutritionists, magic women work with food, and ences, like any other regional adap- anthropologists, tribal elders, I was fascinated by the old grains tations, the tie that bound native health-care pro- such as amaranth, which, through diets for generations was the fessionals, and ancient memory were always reliance on foods eaten seasonally agriculture and planted in every kitchen and grown naturally. Sound famil- trade-policy experts. garden, preserving the iar? And they all had to past for the pres- Just as non-Indians in North eat. ent.” Bidaaban America have launched a return to Loretta Barrett Oden, who organic, natural and seasonal foods, Oden, formerly execu- grew up on so have diverse tribal nations – the tive chef at Corn Dance Oklahoma’s Healing Lodge Kenaitze and Louden in Alaska, the Café in New Mexico's Potawatomi Yankton Dakota of South Dakota, Santa Fe Hotel (now Reservation, 4” x 4.5” the Oneida of Wisconsin and the Amaya restaurant), cre- moved back Navajo of Arizona. ated menus for each of home in 2001 Representatives of more than the conference meals to open a 30 tribes converged recently in served at the Pfister Corn Dance Milwaukee to examine how they Hotel. Relying Café in can reverse the breakdown in good entirely on tradi- Shawnee, Okla., eating habits that have, over the tional foods, they but it has since years, produced disproportionately included sage grits, closed. She is high incidences of diabetes and blue corn-wild rice Johnny cakes working on a PBS heart disease. with smoked salmon, barbecued series and companion Too often foods found in reser- buffalo brisket, oyster stew, maize cookbook about American Indian vation stores are high-fat, high- crepes with sautéed fruit, vegeta- foods. sodium, sugar-laden, low-nutrition bles with sage pesto, red chile with Other chefs at the conference products that undermine good posole, roasted turkey; and sweet included Victor Zamora, an Apache health. Indian pudding. advocate for Indian cooking and a Now, American Indians are tak- “My childhood was spent grow- chef with the University of

National Aboriginal Health Org. 10.25” x 7” Page 24 Anishinabek News March 2005 Dnakmigziwin/Sports Cheechoo takes NHL skills to Swedish Elite League By A.J. Bellegarde no surprise to are the defend- face in European Leagues, there By now, everyone knows the him that the sea- ing League are many more differences between name Jonathan Cheechoo. His son was can- champions, and the Swedish Elite League and the exposure during the 2004 Stanley celled. He is play in NHL, the biggest one being num- Cup playoffs has ensured that. The bothered by the Jönköping (pro- bers; there are only 12 teams in the 24-year-old fact that the two nounced yawn- Swedish League, which dramati- winger from sides could not sho-ping), locat- cally reduces the number of games, Moose Fact- come up with an ed in the south- from the 82-game regular season in ory is coming agreement that ern province of the NHL, to only 50 in Sweden off an excel- could have sal- Småland. The before “slutspel” (playoffs). lent Stanley vaged the sea- city is nestled on The travel is much different as Cup playoff son. the southern well. The teams travel by bus. “I run this past “I think we shores of played a couple of years in the season, where A.J. Bellegarde (the players) are Vättern, the minors,’ Cheechoo recalls, “and he was third a bit of a com- largest lake in back then, we’d have 8 – 10 hour on team scoring with 10 points in modity, and at Sweden, and is bus trips, so it’s nothing new for 17 games. Although the Sharks the same time home to about me.” didn’t make it past the Calgary we all played 120,000 people, The arenas seat a lot fewer fans; Flames in the third round of the the game grow- including a lot of the largest arena, Globen in playoffs, “Cheech” says he did ing up and we serious hockey Stockholm, seats just over 13,000, learn some valuable lessons, love the game fans. Cheechoo which almost doubles the average “Being in the playoffs was great. I and we want it played his first seating of the other SEL teams. really learned so much from my to continue, so game of profes- The highest ticket price in the team mates about what it takes to it’s two-sided. sional hockey Swedish Elite League? 240 kronor, win, how to prepare for big We want to play overseas a cou- about $42 Canadian. Playoff tick- games.” and we want to ple of days after ets aren’t much more, about 260 That’s why he’s frustrated at help the league Christmas, in kronor, still less than $50. not having the opportunity to carry out, but at the front of a sold And the money is nothing like on his play in the National Hockey same time we out hometown Cheechoo would make as an League with the expiration of the want to protect crowd at the NHLer. But for Jon, playing pro- League and the Collective our interests,” 7000 seat fessional hockey is not about Bargaining Agreement. The CBA, he says regard- Kinnarps Arena money, “I didn’t come over here to which expired September 15th, ing the drawn- “I definitely felt take someone else’s job. I just ending a ten-year agreement out dispute the nerves want to play where the hockey is between NHL owners and NHL between the Moose Factory’s Jonathan Cheechoo playing in Swedish Elite League. before my first competitive, where I’ll have a players (represented by the NHL NHL owners game, but the chance to work on my game.” Player’s Association) has left 700 and players. fans were really As for playing on a team where NHL players without work, and It was mid-December when Federation and the Swedish Ice great. They really know the game, most of his team mates first lan- fans across North America without Cheechoo de-cided to play in Hockey Federation that allowed and their support of the teams in guage is Swedish, Jon says the NHL hockey. For Cheechoo, he’s Europe, in Sweden with HV71 of him, as an NHLer, to play in the the league is incredible.” guys all speak English very well. losing a valuable year of develop- the Swedish Elite League (Sven- Swedish Elite League. The league Cheechoo has adjusted well to But what do they call him in the ment. “I’d be in my third season in ska Elite Serien) “My agent and features Marcus Naslund, Peter the European style, scoring a goal dressing room? “They call me Jon; the NHL right now, so to lose an myself had to be sure that there Forsberg, Daniel Alfredsson, in his first game, and adding four but in Swedish, the J sounds like a entire season, for me as a player wasn’t going to be an NHL season. Tomas Holström, Henrik more in his first 16 games. Y, so it sounds like Yawn,” he who’s still developing, it’s frustrat- That’s why we waited until Zetterberg, Miikka Kiprosoff, and “It’s something new for me, laughs. ing.” December to make any decisions Marian Hossa. As for North playing international hockey,” he Check out Jon’s Swedish Elite Cheechoo says that the entire about playing. Before that, I was American players, Cheechoo joins says. “There’s a lot more room on League team at www.hv71.se. San Jose team was told by their just sitting around at home doing Jose Theodore, Sheldon Souray, the ice because of the bigger ice Player’s Association nothing.” Brenden Morrison, and Adrian surface. There’s a lot more time to (A.J. Bellegarde is a Calgary- Representative in Jon’s rookie sea- It took only two days for Aucoin, as one of few who have play with the puck and try different based freelance writer from son two years ago that they had to Cheechoo to obtain approval from decided to play in Sweden. things.” Peepeekisis Cree Nation in prepare for the lockout. So, it was both the International Ice Hockey Cheechoo’s new team, HV71 In addition to the bigger ice sur- Saskatchewan.) Sault hosts longest-running hockey tournament in Ontario SAULT STE. MARIE — The Coordinator. “We are pleased that NHL will have a season after all. for the first time over 40 First Actually, it’s the Little NHL and it Nations and 126 teams will be par- is the biggest little hock- ticipating this year,” said ey tournament in Pine. Ontario. The first tourna- The 34th annual ment was held in 1971 Little Native Hockey in Little Current with League is the longest 17 teams competing. running minor hock- Today it has out- ey league in Ontario grown Little Current and will be hosted and includes 126 this year by Garden teams with expected River First Nation and participation of well be held in Sault Ste. over 7,000 players, par- Marie from March 13 to the 17. ents, coaches trainers and family It has become a March Break members. tradition across Ontario for over 30 According to reports, it has years for hockey families to spend been an economic boost to any city the March Break in hotel rooms, at that has hosted it and generates the arena stands and on the ice. approximately $4 to 5 million in Boys and girls ages 18 years revenue for the city. and under will be playing in the “The city and merchants of biggest hockey tournament Sault Sault Ste. Marie have been very Ste. Marie has ever hosted, accord- cooperative and are looking for- Mnjikaning First Nation Chief Glen Hare with the Stanley Cup at 2004 Little NHL game. The Stanley Cup will ing to Morley Pine, Tournament ward to the tournament,” said Pine. make an appearance at the Little NHL this year, arranged by the Union of Ontario Indians. March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 25 Bandits give back Dnakmigziwin/Sports BUFFALO, NY — The Buffalo Bandits of the National Lacrosse League are offering Native students from southern Ontario and New York State an opportunity to apply for a Cape Croker New club seeks hot rods new post-secondary scholarship. The dead- PIKWÀKANAGÀN FN — If you are interested in hot rods, line is March 18, 2005. Send your completed student skiers muscle cars or classic rides, a new First Nation Car Club is application with recent transcripts; a letter of looking for you. Organizers are hoping that the club tentatively recommendation; essay describing why you in top form titled, War Pony (Warpony) Rod and Custom (Cruisers) will be should be awarded this scholarship to: revving its engine by the summer of 2005. Buffalo Bandits Native American By Laura Robinson Scholarship Fund 1 Seymour H. Knox III CAPE CROKER FN — Cliff Meness from Pikwàkanagàn and Patrick Mahdabee from Aundek-Omni-Kaning are the main “gearheads” around Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203, Att: Dan Keem @ Members of the Cape Croker 715-855-4287 Nordic ski team dominated their this club and looking for interested people to join. season opener at the end of January The club will be open to all First Nation members with Wiky tops Unity Cup and continued to find themselves in hotrods, classics, customs, antiques, trucks and daily drivers. top form a month later on February They are considering three or four auto categories and a loca- NORTH BAY — Teams from 22, after competing at the Ontario tion and calendar to meet with potential members. Basic club Wikwemikong First Nation dominated this Elementary School rules and member communications and talk of some possible year’s Unity Cup. Championships. cruises are some of the topics to be talked about. WOMEN’S DIVISION Wiarton Willie Groundhog Meness has been a member of Coasters Rod & Custom and Women’s Champions – Race in Colpoys Bay on January Mahdabee is a member of the Rainbow Country Cruisers. Wikwemikong FN 29: Tianna Filo took the junior For more information, please contact: Cliff Meness at 613- Women's Finalists – girl's 4 km race, Alona Keeshig 625-2989, Work Ph: 613-625-2800 email: hot_rodder1@hot- Moose Factory Chieftains was third, Caitlin King fourth and mail.com or Patrick Mahdabee Work Ph: 705-368-2228, Cell Best Defensive Player – Jessica Dokis fifth. Travis Jones Ph: 282-7566, email: Chief [email protected] Melanie Roach placed second in jr. boys, while Best Defensive Cape Croker skiers at the post. Best Offensive Player – Player - Brent Doug Jones scooped third, and Jeanette Bondy Assinewai, Kirkland Jones fifth. In senior he is still a year below the junior Best Goalie – Corilla Wiky Junior girls, Sonya Nadjiwon was third age category. Sky Hawk Kade had Manitowabi Hawks followed quickly by Justine a break-through race, placing JUNIOR DIVISION Keeshig in fourth place. fourth in senior boys. Junior Champions – Waskaganish At the regional Bluewater Four days later, the team was Junior Finalists – Wikwemikong FN District Elementary School putting on racing bibs for the Best Defensive Player – Brent Assinewai Championships in Hepworth, Ontario Elementary School Nordic Best Offensive Player – Travis Grant Tianna Fillo was flying again, win- Ski Championships at Hardwood Best Goalie – Darren Peace ning the regional senior girls' title Hills. Tianna Fillo pulled off a sev- SPORTSMEN’S DIVISION over 2 km. Jessica Keeshig, in her enth place in intermediate girls Sportsmen Champions – Wikwemikong FN very first year on cross country against very strong competition. Sportsmen Finalists – Six Nations skis, finished ninth. Meanwhile, on No other skiers placed in the top Silverhawks the junior boys' side, Doug Jones ten individually, but the intermedi- Best Defensive Player – Cam Bomberry managed to win the 2 km junior ate girls team of Fillo, Alona Best Offensive Player – Jason Peltier boys title. His younger brother Keeshig, Jessica Dokis, and Justine Best Goalie – Joe Wabegejig Kirkland took tenth place, though Keeshig placed third overall. ‘56 Chevy owned by Norma and Cliff Meness of Pikwàkanagàn FN.

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(SPOT COLOUR) March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 27 Urban Rez Urban youth enjoy positive career symposium weekend By Jamie Monastyrski young people,” said Podemski. Ontario to develop an urban strat- NORTH BAY — “Today’s Another speaker who echoed egy that will lead to a province- challenges are tomorrow’s gifts” training and opportunity was actor wide protocol. was the theme of this year’s Eric Schwieg, star of Skins and Organizer Kirby Mianskum Career Symposium at the North The Missing. Schweig talked to a said the success of a career sym- Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief John Beaucage speaks to sev- Bay Indian Friendship Centre. roomful of youth about his career posium lies not with the organiz- eral participating youth during the symposium. Special facilitators and a in success-driven Hollywood and ers or facilitators but with the career trade show guided career how he tries to maintain a sense of number and interest of the youth options for youth who attended. stability through his own art and who attend. The symposium organizers his connection to Anishnawbe “We try to give the youth believe the weekend entertained culture. He said that when an opportunities to explore career and educated the young urban opportunity arises that one should options and ask questions directly people about various career “jump in and work as hard as they to the moderators but in the end options, provided them with accu- can” to make a success of it. it’s up to the youth and this year rate information and stressed the Anishinabek Nation Grand there was great enthusiasm,” he importance of being job-ready. Council Chief John Beaucage was said. The youth particularly Special guests included an invited speaker who spoke to enjoyed the Saturday night per- Jennifer Podemski and Laura the youth about the importance of formances but local and national Miliken, producers of APTN’s career choices but also talked his- musical acts at North Bay’s top-rated series Mocassion Flats. torically about First Nations law Capital Centre. The free concert They spoke about the importance and justice, the symposium's included such diverse acts as the of having a goal and working theme. He also talked about issues Cree’s Band from Moose Factory, towards it. They stressed educa- that face Native people living in Trip Permit from Ottawa, Kevin Karen Dias, Admission Counsellor OPP Officer Dave Johnston tion and training. “There are many urban centres and how the Union Shogonosh from Sudbury and at Canadian Career College speaks with Kathleen Corbiere of opportunities out there for deter- of Ontario Indians is working hip-hop artist OS-12 from shows North Bay resident Kevin North Bay about a future career in mined and trained Aboriginal with the Friendship Centres in Vancouver. Schofield some career options. the police services.

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Ont. First Nations Full Page Ad March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 29 Arts/Entertainment Bartleman honoured by White Mountain Academy By Rosalind Raby told the crowd. “I must admit, I Aboriginal art studies is unique to world, he has identified the ELLIOT LAKE — More than was a bit puzzled when I was asked visual art schools in North encouragement of Aboriginal 100 people attended a special cere- if I would have my name associat- America. young people as a key priority for mony at White Mountain Academy ed with an art gallery, but now I The James K. Bartleman Art his mandate. of the Arts in Elliot Lake in mid- understand the important link Gallery will display works of art Bartleman is also well known February to see the official naming between the Aboriginal and non- created by the students and faculty for his initiatives for Aboriginal of an art gallery for a prominent Aboriginal world that is found of White Mountain, by artists in youth. Last year, he called on com- Ontarian. here. residence and visiting artists. munities and schools across Mississauga First Nation Elder, “I’m especially pleased with “It’s an honour to lend my Ontario to provide books for Eleanor Pine, led the official wel- the particular attention to literacy name to this gallery,” said remote libraries, schools and The Pappy Johns Band with coming and prayer, accompanied an education, and to Aboriginal Bartleman. “Today, Aboriginal art friendship centres in the Far North. Murray Porter. by the Mississauga First Nation youth.” is a source of pride and White “I believe maintaining literacy Drum, in welcoming James K. Bartleman, a citizen of Mountain Academy is a major is a very important part of building Bartleman, the Lieutenant Mnjikaning (Rama) First Nation, is player in this cultural renaissance. bridges between people. Bluesmen Governor of Ontario. the province’s first aboriginal vice- “I commend the academy for “The book collection initiative He is the honorary patron of the regal. The academy is a not-for- its success in building bridges resulted in 1.2 million books col- nominated for facility and was on hand for the profit post secondary school of between Native and non-Native lected, 850,000 being dispersed, official unveiling of the plaque on visual arts offering contemporary communities.” 100,000 alone in the Far North.” Feb. 10, held to officially name the and traditional Canadian As a member of the Bartleman also plans to have JUNO gallery after him. Aboriginal art and western art Mnjikaning First Nation, with a five camps put in place this sum- OHSWEKEN — The nomi- “Thank you for such a gracious courses to its Native and non- long career in the Canadian foreign mer. nees for the JUNO Awards welcome on this, my first official Native students. service, which that has taken him “These will be places to play, Aboriginal Recording of the visit to Elliot Lake,” Bartleman This balance of western and to many countries around the learn about culture and traditions, Year’ include The Pappy Johns and promote literacy. There are Band with Murray Porter,Taima, five camps opening this summer, Claude McKenzie, Wayne but it is my dream to 40 camps in Lavallee and Florant Vollant. the North by next year. This is the first Juno nomina- Bartleman also had the oppor- tion for the veteran bluesmen tunity to meet with Grand Council from Six Nations on the Grand Chief John Beaucage. The two had River territory. a short discussion about the twin- This years JUNO’s will be ning projects being undertaken by held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Bartleman. from April 1 – 3, 2005. The Beaucage told Bartleman he, as Aboriginal Recording of the Grand Council Chief, he will sup- Year’ JUNO will be given out on port his initiatives in any way he Saturday, April 2, 2005 at the can. JUNO Gala Dinner. Following the unveiling of the The CTV broadcast is on plaque and presentation of gifts, Sunday, April 3, 2005, live from Six Nations artist Teyo Tyokwero:ruks was delighted to have Ontario Lt. Gov. James K. Bartleman view her work Bartleman toured the gallery. the MTS Centre. being featured at White Mountain Academy’s James K. Bartleman Art Gallery.

Cossette Media Every Canadian Loves a Challenge 10.25 x 6.5 Page 30 Anishinabek News March 2005 Jamie Monastyrski UOI Staff Anii, boozhoo everyone. You have probably seen me scampering about the grounds of the UOI offices over the past two months. I started work as the new Communications Officer right after the Christmas hol- idays (and have been pretty busy since.) I am a member of Couchiching First Nation, located just outside Fort Frances, Ontario and Jamie Monastyrski and daughter Nadia Bay. was raised in Thunder Bay and VOICES to the Globe and Mail and ple whether it’s a positive role model Toronto. My partner Harmony Rice, the Ontario First Nations Technical story in a local newspaper, an inter- is a member of Wasauksing First Services Corporation. I also have a view with an elder on the radio or an Nation, and we have a four-year-old side-business as co-founder of SPIR- unflinching expose on poverty in our daughter, Nadia Bay. IT Magazine, Canada’s national First Nations. I have been in the media busi- Aboriginal arts and culture publica- Media carries these messages. ness, both Native and non-Native, for tion. www.spiritmag.ca So, it is vital that we write, report and almost 10 years now. I have worked I hold the unwavering belief that distribute our own news, opinions as a reporter, editor and communica- communications and media are the and voices because, as we all know, tions specialist for everyone from most important elements in attaining stories are the foundation for discus- Adolphus I. Trudeau and four-year-old son Gavin. Wawatay News and Aboriginal a version of self-reliance for our peo- sion, debate and change. Dave Shawana Adolphus I. Trudeau Aanii/Boozhoo/Hello Kinawaya Anii Anishinaaabek, -kwek miinash Gitiziimak. (everyone). My name is Dave Adolphus “Niiyaas” Trudeau ndishnikaaz. Buzwahnong ndoon- Shawana, I am a member of the gibaa. I am also from the Three Fires Confederacy of “Manido- Serpent River First Nation currently minising” (Manitoulin Island) and the Islands. residing in North Bay. My wife is a I am the Forestry Technician at the Union of Ontario Indians and member of Nipissing First Nation bring to the organization over 15 years combined Forestry/Fire and we have two binoojiinsh/chil- Management related work experience and knowledge. I am a grad- dren, Brett who is four years old and uate from Sault College in the Aboriginal Resources Technician our newest family member Harmony Program. was born on November 17, 2004. I am committed to advocate, promote and protect Aboriginal I am quite active in various sports People’s rights and interests in all manners of Forestry and Natural throughout the year, in particular Resource issues. More importantly is my ability and willingness to native hockey tournaments in the promote and advocate my native language to my colleagues, co- winter and golfing in the summer. workers and also the ability to communicate in the language with My son will be participating in his Dave Shawana with wife Cheryl and baby daughter Harmony. other First Nations. The Ojibwa language is my first language and my passion, so it first Little NHL in Sault Ste. Marie College. I have been working in var- Education. My primary role is to is appropriate and an honour that I am passing on the this March. He will be representing ious sport and recreation capacities coordinate and facilitate our Anishinabemowin language and culture by teaching my four-year- Nipissing First Nation. This will be over the last 15 years, in particular Participating First Nations (PFNs) in old son the Ojibwa language along with the seven grandfather the closest I will get to an NHL game with First Nations children and developing the Anishinabe Education teachings of the Anishinaabe People. this year. youth. System, which is part of the Self-gov- I enjoy all outdoor activities, especially fishing and hunting and I have a degree in Recreation My position here at the Union of ernment negotiations for education my sports activities include hockey and baseball. But, my most Management from the Lake Superior Ontario Indians is Education between the Anishinabek Nation and important activity is spending time with my son, niece and nephew State University, and a Recreation Working Group Coordinator for the the Government of Canada. along with my younger brothers, my father and family members Leadership Diploma from Humber Restoration of Jurisdiction (ROJ) for Miigwech. whom I enjoy my outdoor activities with. My biggest pride is not only my 4-year-old son, but I am very proud to be the grandson of the late Ignatius Trudeau (Niiyaas) a decorated Anishinaabe Second World War hero. My grandfather and his four brothers all volunteered to fight for our freedom. Chi-miigwetch mishoomis. NAAF

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Adrian Michael Trudeau (Mouse) August 27, 1973 - March 21, 2004 I am the highway I am not your rolling wheels, I am the highway I am not your carpet ride, I am the sky I am not your blowing wind, I am the lightening I am not your autumn moon, I am the night Friends and family don’t wait for me, I am the gentle breeze I put millions of miles, under my heels and still so close to you I feel. Forever in our hearts ‘Age’, we love you.

My family and I just want to thank the UOI of Board of Directors and staff along with all the family and friends for their support and flowers. Adolphus I. Trudeau Forestry Technician Intergovernmental Affairs March 2005 Anishinabek News Page 31

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