POS,OR NP\,42 i © f / .iÌ1 )11. a i t.ii aCanadian Publications Mail Product Sales VOL. 25- NO. 19 - 5, 1998 November "Interesting News" Agreement No. 467510 Nuu- chah -nulth attend Makah Whaler's Potlatch

practice stopped because whale -. By Denise Ambrose - - ---s populations were dangerously low Central Region Reporter due to commercial over -harvesting. There a Neah Bay, Wa.- Approximately 100 was ban on all whale Canadian Nuu -chah- nulth -aht traveled hunting for a period of time allowing tNts to Neah Bay on an invitation by the many species of whale populations to Makah to celebrate Makah Nation recover and be removed from the Treaty Days. endangered species list. The Makah signed their treaty with the US government on October 23, 1855. It has been about 70 years Makah negotiators successfully pro- since the Makah have hunted tected their right to hunt whales through whales. The practice stopped '1 their treaty. because whale populations It has been about 70 years since the were dangerously low due to Makah have hunted whales. The commercial over -harvesting.

--so The Makah now have the green light to hunt whales both from the US government and the International I Whaling Commission. Makah whalers have been making Nuu- chah -nulth whaling Chiefs Tom Happynook (left), Edgar Charlie (center), and Robert Dennis (right), offer thanks and encouragements to .,sa preparations to exercise their ,, inherent right and revive their their Makah hosts at the Neah Bay potlatch. a ; - - cultural practice of hunting whales. it During breakfast at a local diner, I noticed One local said that they have been using Paul Watson and the Sea Shepherd the Sea Shepherd boats circling just these taunting tactics since their arrival in ; oppose and are Society the hunt i outside the breakwater. late September. actively attempting to spoil Makah The protesters have been given orders not fr attempts to leave the harbour and ;= to land on the Makah reservation by the "The Nuu -chah -nulth pledge our approach grey whales. A small . . % Makah Tribal Police. flotilla carrying protesters has been support for the Makah's and our ok r`I The potlatch started at noon with the " circling just outside the Makah inherent right to hunt whales. This r Nuu -chah -nulth making a grand entrance, is Nation Marina since late September. is nothing new, we were hunting singing to the beat of the drums. There As well, six protesters stood at the whales long before anybody else were representatives from Ahousaht, Tla- entrance to the Makah Reservation came here. We are here to show o- qui -aht, Ucluelet, Nuchatlaht, Kyuquot, carrying anti -whaling placards. our respect and support for you." Huu- ay -aht, Mowachaht, Tseshaht, The Canadian Nuu -chah- nulth -aht, Hesquiaht, Ditidaht, and Ehattesaht. who, despite the international border, Sometimes it appeared that they were Elder, Stanley Sam, made a speech in our belong to the same cultural group as about to enter the marina when suddenly language which Nelson Keitlah inter- the Makah. The Nuu -chah -nulth are they would turn around and head back out. preted in English. "The Nuu -chah -nulth currently negotiating a treaty with Locals were keeping an eye on them with pledge our support for the Makah's and Canadian federal and provincial binoculars, with VHF radios close at our inherent right to hunt whales. This is governments. One area to be hand. negotiated will be the protection of continued on page 3 our right hunt whales. The Makah invited their Canadian . t,'J 1;\ c o p %., brothers and sisters to join them in celebration of their treaty rights and %. olte ' . .. to share in our mutual beliefs and C.7***) 11.1- irr¡, cultural practices on October 31, 1998. .l- Canadian Nuu -chah -nulth began arriving at Neah Bay on Friday with many more trickling into the village over the course of 24 hours. Guests A young Makah girl prepares to were provided with all meals during :JT wa7ae. uya s u st ?l'. dance for her Nuu- chah -nulth their stay, thanks to the generosity di-ya uutntttt relations and hospitality of their hosts. The Makah Curtain hangs in the Neah Bay Gymnasium

INSIDE POSTAGE PAID IN PORT ALBERNI, B.C. RETURN POSTAGE GUARANTEED Central Region Chiefs meet Page 5 If undeliverable, please return to: -- ri.._eh;Hh -SR. P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Ahousaht Annual Assembly Page 6 - Sugsaw Creek Fish Weir , , Page 9 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPERS DIVI Huu- ay -aht builds "Green" Hatchery Page 11 395 WELLINGTON STREET United Church apologizes Page 13 OTTAWA ONTARIO K1A ON4 N.E.D.C. Business News Page 20 Ida- Sham -tin November 5, 1998 - Page 3 Page 2 Ha- Shilth-Sn- November 5, 1998 Makah Whaler's Potlatch 2111th newspaper ie Pub- 0a- -Sa LETTERS & KLECOS continued from page 1- by Nun- chah -ninth lished the Na- Shilrh -So will include letters received from its readers. All letters must Tribal Council for distribution to be signed by the writer and have the writers name, widen, & phone number (if nothing new, we were hunting whales your support." said Goodwin. the members of the fourteen any) on it Names can be withheld by request. long before anybody else came here. Bill Johnson, Mdmh elder, said that bailor bah -ninth First Nations es We are here We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, to show our respect and they are fighting for what they have in well as other interested groups support grammar and good taste. We will definitely not publish letters dealing with for you." their treaty. He said that prayers for the and Individuals. tribal or personal disputes or issues that are critical of Nun- chah -nulth Sony Goodwin, speaking on behalf of Makah are coming in from First Nations Information & original work Ihr Makah, said that Makah Treaty individuals or groups. all over the US and Canada. "It is contained in this newspaper is Days is to become an annual even All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the writer held important to stand together. The young copyright and may not be re- every October 23, Ile issued know and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the Woo -chah- needle their culture, they need to produced without written per- invitation for the guests to core to neat know, how to Tribal or its First Nation. prepare, to learn the nWrh Council member years on from: neat "W to show then way of our people, to learnlea the Non

Lifeskills course taught by Ehattesaht implements Central Region Chiefs welcome Nelson Keitlah's return Nuu- chah -nulth role models Training Programs By Denise Ambrose Whaling Central Region Reporter There was a brief discussion about the keeping. A field worker for Magowan The AHP CII UCK Workshop covers By Wayne Lord controversial Makah whale hunt. AHP CII UCK & Co. Chartered Accountants of Toquaht graciously hosted the Central he following topics: Northern Region Reporter Support for the Makah's right to hunt Nuumhah -nulth word meaning Campbell River is facilitating the Region Chiefs (CRC) Annual General Right Way" Orientation and Group Expecta- whales under their treaty was almost Going the training project. Meeting in Ucluelet on October 26-28. tions Two training programs have been imple- unanimous among the Central Region Archie Thompson, speaker for Purpose of Smudging and Circle mented by the Ehattesaht First Nation and Chief Chiefs. By Wayne Lad > Aboriginal Forestry Ben Mack, welcomed guests to the Listening a third program will commence mid One man said that he dots not support Northern Region Reporter Opportunities meeting and Dave Haipee, Toquaht Describing feelings and excepting November. The training programs have the whale hunt out of fear for the safety feedback Starting the third week of November, clay. offered a payer chant. The Ehattesaht First Nation has been been funded by the N tata- chah -nulth ofNuu-chah -ninth people the Ehattesaht Nation will host a Identifying assumptions and hewn Education and Training Board. (HEIR) lie said that he an .rammed by a hosting a month long 1 I Ie& ills work- week long workshop on Nelson was affects others The training programs consist the form,. away from the world that shop for the, community members. of approached him and said, Discrimination silviculture Opportunities. Th is of Nuu- shah -nulth politics for a "anger This workshop stand on October 13, following: For every whale's life that you people Value Clarification workshop will also provide some 1998 and is open to all Ehansaht few months while he recovered take, we will take two of your peoples and Lunches training. Other objectives of this members. Potluck Dinner en Landscaping Program from a stroke. lives" Violence workshop are to provide orientation meck Human Resource Development Family blatant hm hired two community The chiefs noted that the whale hunt Drug& Alcohol Abuse and and business skills. Inc., which is owned and operated by embers; John Harty and Matthew John Ahousaht welcomed Nelson Keitlah issue and things like Liberal Leader, Prevention The Aboriginal Forestry Oppottuni- Shawn & Nancy Allen and Dr. Richard fora 16 week landscaping program. Both back as CRC Co-chair and presented Gordon Campbell's campaign to derail Problem Salving ties workshop is open to the First and Marlene Allot of the Ahousaht First John and Matthew have been working him with Baum the Nisg'aa Treaty have caused racial Wheel of Health Nations of Northern Region. Times Nation, is facilitating the workshop. throughoutthe community, Nelson was away from the world of problems for our people. Most disturb- Trust and Community and dates of this workshop will be This workshop is being sponsored by Empower ing Nuu-chah -nulth politics fora few ingly, racial confrontations are happen- Personal Fitness and Creative forwarded as the information becomes Hecate Logging Corp. > Bookkeeper Training months while he recovered from a ing in schools. Thinking available. Contact Victoria Welles at The two coaches who are helping Three office workers have stand a 12 stroke. Hesquiaht Chief Councilor, Steve What is Community Development? 761 -4155 for more info. conduct the workshop are Ralph Titian week on the job training project In Book- Nelson has cut hack on the activities Charlecon, pointed out that Makah', R. of the Ahousaht First Nation and Linda .that he was involved in as a political right to hunt whales protected in their Acting Band Manager; Victoria Jensen of the Lower Similkemeen First Welles, leader and it was noted that it took three treaty and is sanctioned by the World Nelson "The General" Keitlah, returns from illness says that between 7. 10 community Nation. people to take over his duties. Council of Whalers. to the Central Region Chiefs' AGM embers have attended regularly. Ralph resides in Vancouver and does This Sawmill turns opportunity into profit During the cause of the meeting, He said that there are some Hesquiaht workshop is scheduled toad on Director, Dan Parades is the Natural lot of work with First Nations youth and Keitlah announced that he would - First Nation members that would be November 6th, but Welles is hoping for more than willing to bring their boats to Resource Advisor, and Iris Lucas is MDC's priorities for the coming year families. Linda, mother and soon to be MacMillan Bladel's uneeillingnss to formally step down from two positions a extension of the workshop. Contact Neah Bay to provide whatever assis- Admirai ore Drama grandmother, has worked with a lot of contribute lumber to the Pucka. Smite Custom Cut. that he held. First Nation people in the area. 761-4155 for more information. Motions were passed name lance the Makah Nation needs. The first item of business was to present to establish an effective communi- Surrey Hatchery may not have been welcomed Tommy Joe transformed a pair of to Larry prints winners fMDC's logo contests. cating Baird Sr. as Central Region Board Co- system by Huu- ay -ht Fisheries staff, but it has 185(24' beams, from a decommis- chair and Matthew Lucas Co-chair Support for the Makah's Rosalie Thomas of Ahousaht won print to conduct a series of community contributed to the development of one ,iced logging road bridge, into much as of right Northern Region Community Calender for her creation of MDC's logo meetings and workshops to new bonnets in the Bamfseld area. of the wood used in the hatchery the Planning Committee, to hunt whales under their Francis Frank was Her design will appear on MDC's identify and develop both business November 3 more information. Deciding to turn a negative Iona positive, project. formally released treaty was almost unanimous from his position letterhead. envelops and business cards. and employmentopportueities Mowachaht Chief & Council Voting will take place from Tommy Joe chou to go into the sawmill Tommy's wife, Carrie, pitched in, as awing Central amongst the Central Region Region Co-chair, perm itting him to lames Swan, also of Mamie created to develop a tourism development Mating 9:00 A.M. UNTIL 8:00 P.M. business. Buying. sawmill,. pulling spikes and burning out a few Chiefs. resume his role the Isaak Forest Resources logo strategy and begin implementation Time: 7:00 P.M. Those members 16 years or older Tommy picked up his first contract at the wire brushes by cleaning the din and as Chief Negotiator for Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations. Hesquiaht youth, Melissa Ambrose, won to take initiatives in acquiring and Place a -cyan aging creosote off the huge beams that once Tama. Administration as of August 26, 199B are eligible Fmn,nufla, kuteethmeveuingu'deldgatiantdtn 1 linnet for 6F MtX' newsier logo. developing real estate Delegate, got down to Dpa.iti9M alter Building - Council Chambers to vote. salvaged cedar logs intiad minding heldthe weight of monstrous logging mpwegRefedmhl'Wabotooss5y6:17, the welcomes and opening Congratulations to talented eras., to expand initiatives in forestry for the soon -to-be opened Pacheena tacks. remarks, Makah spokesperson, loon Goodwin, Bev Sect -wan was introduced as MDC's Hatchery. Though Soria Custom Cm poses no November 10 November 17 invited all Nuu- chah-nulth people to a newest employee. Bev acts as liaison Don Blair said that MDC will soon be With help from the Nuu -chah -ninth immediate threat to forestry giant Clayoquol Sound Mowachaht General Band Meeting Mow aduht Chief & Council weekend Potlatch at Neah Bay, Wash - person for Ahousaht. Liaison positions hiring an Administrative Assistant to Economic Development Corporation, and Mali, Tommy toe is one of many Time: 7:00 P.M. Mating Planning Process will soon be filled for Hesquiaht ,Toquaht Iris Lucas. Activities at MDC have a few federal government initiatives, entrepreneurial Nuudpabnulth purpose Place' Administration Time: Matthew Lotus reported that he met The of the potlatch is to and Ucluelet, and Tla- o-qui -aht First been picking up at such a pace that a Tunas TOO P.M. Tommy Joe sawmill, and people who are proving their willing- purchased the with the Deputy Ministers in Victoria celebrate the Makah Nation treaty and Nations, new position has to be created to Building - Council Chambers P lace: Taau Administration has now entered the -added forest ness to tum opportunity into another last July and their message was clear to thank Canadian Nuu- chah-nulth Activities that MDC has been involved handle the workload. Building - Council Chambers products market with his new company, step towards self-determination. Give us deliverables and show us people for their support of the Makah with in the past year include: MDC is seeking to move their offices November 16 Clayoquot Sound can work. right to hunt whales. the successful negotiation with from Tashaht territory in Port Alberni ALL NORTHERN REGION FIRST November 21 The Planning Committee is charged "The right to whale was taken away 70 MacMillan Et loedel to form the joint- to reserve lands in either Torino or NATIONS Ehattesaht To All Nu u- chah -n ulth First Nations Member,, Band Managers, General Band Mating with the responsibility of drafting plans years ago and lots was lost. Each part Isaak Forest Resources Ltd. Ucluelet. They are exploring options. CO-CHAIR ELECTIONS - Time: 9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M. CHR'a, Health Clerks, and Band Membership Clerks: compliant with the Forest Practices of the whale was owned by a family. Operations are expected to begin VOTING DAY Place:Zeballos Comm story Hall Code and Science Panel Recommend.. The cultural practice of whaling ties out early 1999. Interim Measures Ex- Contact your First Nation for tiara for harvesting timber in C layoquot families together. Already we can see the creation of a natural resources Lunch and Dinner Provided. tended Agreement MEDICAL COVERAGE NOT AUTOMATIC Sound. changes in Neah Bay. They are quite developmentwrpoation Mimeos Lucas outlined some of the obstacles remarkable to see said Goodwin. MsMook Natural Resources Ltd. that have been slowing progress of the workshops including Interviewing for tanning Committee: lack Is Attention Reference : Recently, many bills were received at the NTC (Non- Insured armour.. MaMook Development Success, held in Ahousaht, lifeskil Continued on page 12. Health Benefits Section) (NIHB) from parents requesting payment under this Ministry of Forest's refusal to share programs, and job training programs Tseshaht Membership residing off reserve. You must apply for Band Corporation plan data with the committee, and other Membership. If you are showing on the D.I.A. list it does not mean that you MaMwk Development Corporation a child is not registered with Indian Affairs and the province there is no information- sharingprotocol problems. If (MDC) held their annual general axe on Tseshaht's Registry Band List, as you must apply for Band Member- Isms suggested that local First Nations medicalI coverage. Therefore medical full responsibility for payment of meeting in conjuction with the CRC ship. Newborns, an always, still need Large Birth Certificates, a form here at need to develop code of First Nations visits, Arms, em. will fall on the parents! Indian Affairs cannot and will AGM. They formally opened their the Band Office to be filled out. Deletions, transfers, deaths, maniags, and Values. not wv any bills without full coverage. Remember, unless a child is regis- AGM on Monday afternoon, change of name still must be recorded as an event that has happened no that I The code would establish what priori- toted with both Indian Affairs (Status Card) and the provincial medical Howard Tank MDC Board of Dire. may change the Band list accordingly. Administrator and contact person is Lisa ties are when decisions are made about plan (MSP Card) two very important medical factors apply: too Chairman, introduced MDC staff Robinson at 1- 888 -724 -1225 toll free number or fax 250 -724 -1385. rotection of things like culturally a. The is plan, Don Blair acts as General Manager, child covered under the parents medical for only modified trees, medicinal plants and Jerry Perry is the Human Resource three months; and creed prayer sites. b. Once the child reaches l year of age they are no longer covered under the NIHB program for: equipment; supplies; drugs; To all Tla- o- qui -aht First Nation Nations Membership Taylors Flower Shop dental; and optical. 3020 3rd Avenue Normally, a child reaching 19 years of age requires (her or his) own medical care We need to update our mailing list. Port Alberni, B.C. card. A child can maintain medical coverage up to age 25 when in full -time op Please forward your most recent address to our V9Y 2A5 attendance at a post secondary institutionthat is approved by the provincial medical haahuupay`ak Society American Administration address @ Express leduecle Visa Personalized 'l'la- o -qui -a ht First Nations Weddingsg Plush Animals Worldwide, clt takes t 6 -6 wake to obtain thew coverage cards! Start the process Annual Meeting Mastercard General Silk Trees. Flowers. delivery immediately! Do not assume it is done! Follow up with this until you have both P.O. Box 18 f louse of Learning yl\ -_ Lora lglwear cards! Questions to be directed to the Band Membership Clerks, or the NFL Temp, B.C. Where: haahuupay`ak School, Shewish Registry Once 724 -5757. VOR 2Z0 When: November I8, 1998 7:00 p.m. Phone: 723 -6201 Robert Mete, Attention: Noreen Amos CD Everyone Welcome - Refreshments will be served `TO\ 1- Yrogram 800 -287 -9961 at NA-NUM S,crwsor R fi 1

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dg -Shiloh -Sat November - 7 Ahousaht Annual Assembly 5, 1998 Page First Nations and By Denise Ambrose t- - First Nations Summit meets Labour Central Region Reporter Labour find Ahousaht held a continuation of their Unions to "Build for the Future" common ground nasal assembly on the weekend of show host) Rafe Mair are tight -wing making it illegal for Natives to hire a October 17/18. By David Wiwchar Representatives of First Nations and advocates of different way of life than lawyer in the pursuit of lands or aborigi- The original assembly was held in June Southern Region Reporter the B.C. Federation of Labour pledged I want to live in this province," said nal rights. but the agenda went largely unfinished, to d,aloe their balinter.)inBrit- Georgeni. "It's a remarkable journey the Nisgi a acing a follow -up meeting. Ann Nanaimo First Nation Chief felentumbiá economy m ajoin con- He then introduced former BC Premier have made across time," said Berger. James ' Swan hosted the assembly and James Johnny officially welcomed Nome wrapped up in Nanaimo Sunday. Mike Harcourt to the podium, who in "The Nettie Treaty is something that Roman Frank chaired the business delegates to Nanaimo Territory, "We are both important panne, in the hen introduced Thomas Berger as "a we all should celebrate." portions. Squamish Chief). Mathias thanked economy. The Nisge'a Agreement rec- ë legal leader on the Issue of Ab- Although the conference dealt largely lames Swan invited the community to a BC Federation of Labour president Ken ognizes labour as a key player Inn original Treaty rights". with the historical alliance shared feast on the evening of October 16. Georgeni for their long -standing support economy that will be developed when Berger, former Member ofParlia- between BC First Nations and the BC Following the dinner, lames 'took out' of BC First Nations issues. the agreement is ratified. ment, Member of the Legislative Federation of Labour, Berger drew his songs and dances and performed First Nations and labour are going to Assembly, Leader of the provincial MIN role of the ewer system. them for his guests. The dances had Land together and actively participate in "BC First Nations and BC NDP, lawyer, author and Supreme Court "Fir1st Nations have also had an ally in been put away during a year -long the new economy and business opponu. Labour have always worked Justice, has been "fundamentally thee- said Berger. "In most cases mourning period for one amen' es the Nisgi sand other treaties will together" Ken Georgette important to the changes that are about the Supreme Corn has told the govern- relatives. lames name was also Moo bring lo the coming years," said BC to happen in BC," said Harcourt. rent' you have to address issues of away' donna this period and he went by Federation of Labour President Ken "The BC Federation of Labour has been Aboriginal Rights and Title'. The the name, Francis. He announced that Georgette. an important partner in our quest for "You can't come in and take alternative is to keep going back to coon people may now call him lames again and "The treaty process is our opportunity Cliff Atleo (left), Roman Frank (center), Angus Campbell Sr. (right), justice;" said Mathias. "The BC Treaty year after year, decade after decade; be The community down to business someone's land, take someone's to shape the future economy of this go review reports submitted to the Ahousaht Annual General Meeting. crossroads, said. after breakfast the following morning. country, and think that there ' province. And if we sit back and pass the emotional debate do t nor Financial Contra Iler, Geoff Lyons, and "They've only been here 200 years and The following written reports were won't be any legal problems." up this opportunity, wale going oohs gam., video games, dances, or watch anymore.' already everything is being "In most rases the Supreme thrown into the NOrth American race to Accountant, Dennis Moore reviewed submitted for information purposes: videos. They have also been holding Ken Georgeni, president of more than has the government Ahousahes audit for the 97/98 foal annoyed Igertes forestry" Recreation by Gina Swan Berger spoke of the day in 1967 when Court told Me bottom. That's not good for Ab- dances at the Light House YouthlISO Centre. 450,000 BC Federation of Labour year. "I hold in my hand the destiny of my Forestry by Guy Louie Frank Calder and Joe Gomel' came into you have to address issues of original people. That's not goad for Activities held at the Light House embers, said: "BC First Nations and Moore reported Ahousaht is in good children. Inane to know what tt being Alcohol and Drug Counsellor, his Vancouver law office, marking the Aboriginal Rights and Title'. working people;" said George Walls of include making family trees, BC Labour have always worked financial condition. He advised that two planted in my garden, and know whether Corbett George beginning of the Noel's Treaty process the Erst Nations Summit fundraising. socializing, etc. together, and spoke on his orgaiza- hope that union leadershepwill commercial-type programs need to be my garden will still produce for my Family Violence Worker, Lea to the with the winning of the landmark Calder Berger called BC Liberal leader "I the con- They served a dinner community loos nte0b the province, children and grandchildren after they outing tinue to out loudly about the empor- looked at more closely. The Fisheries Horbatch elders who haler treated the case n 1973. Gordon Campbell's attempt to use the Fer youth. speaking to members about the benefits and Seals programs ran a deficit every (salmon fames) have gone," said Alec Prenatal /Postnatal Resource Lay von netting They were here first This was their courts in an end to derail the treaty tree key making and Mops that Ent of signing the a Dick. Nisgi Tray. leadership will be year end the amounts are growing, Counsellor, Karen R. Frank the activities are planned country. They had their ovregoventt process: "utterly spurious". Nations speaking out All of Throughout the opening night of the loudly about support for unions," he eating into the substantial surplus Geographic 1 f of Sy tam by lethal teens may participate in drug and menu, institutions and laws," said "W. there a referendum when the our Joint BC First Nations - BC Federation Ahousaht administration managed to "They've only been here 200 Roman Frank Berger. "You can't come in and take Nam Valley was taken away from then added alcohol -free events. of labour conference in Nanaimo, Conference participants applauded the save years and already everything is someone's land,l take someone's country, 100 years ago? Was there a referendum numerous shots were taken at BC Moore also noted Ahousaht is growing Roman Frank reported that the Imple- and think that there won't be any legal when their children were taken away existence of a long -standing relationship being destroyed; fisheries, for- Greg Louie took the opportunity Liberalberal leader Gordon Campbell's at a rapid pace. "You have more money mentation Committee /embody problems." and sent to Residential Schools? Was between First Nations and Labour. And to express his displeasure with attempts to stall the Nisga'a Treaty thing in from several different rkmge the limper sal .. there a referendum when the federal today, on the threshold of IN ratification places revflasefg. through them gases ...enema D. NTC's public statement that mu r. erne. of the first modem -day treaty in Canada, in several not -- t different amounts. You are Mordecai, Moan ninon bwLn govennnent passed the Indian Am '' i Reports were heard from mans pulley dew going to need more people to manage sic Wien and accountability amongst Nuu -chah -oath support the the formation of the Nisga'a Land eking it illegal for Natives to retain labour and First Nations pledged to build departments of Ahousaht administration Makah whale hunt. Mike Harcourt introduced on the positive direction sain the bomb the accounts ffic.including: the staff. The committee is also Commission -an organization set up to legal counsel?' Berger asked the more The next item on the agenda was working on terms of for the Thomas Berger as "a wise legal stern the flood of European immigration than 100 delegates gathered at Final Agreement. Social Development by Darlene ref the in salmon farms. Rod San reported that various the Chief and Cliff Mee started Sunday with a leader on the issue of Aboriginal into the Nam Valley. Nanaimó s "We will support Noma, fighting Dick mammas of Coast Bastion Hotel. BC is pushing the Bare Bluff issue, Council decided that current lengthy on treaty progress. Because the back against the legal action launched by ImplementationCommetteeby ltnwas presentation Treaty rights" of land Commission's "The Liberals have left no doubt that meaning that, despite Ahousaht's staff members would no longer serve on Ile described the make -up of various lobbying efforts in Ottawa and London, they will take their case to the Supreme Gordon Campbell and the Liberal Party. Roman Frank opposition, BC is going wallow Pacific the Personnel Committee in order to cables and mmmitte. and who sits at the Canadian Government enacted a law I'd like The ahem.. to the treaty is to stay un- Community Health Representative "Gordon Campbell and (radio talk- Court, and to say to them, that National Group to build a fish farm at avoid conflict-of-interest issues. each table. Ile handed out Agreement- the Nisg:, people will be there to fight der the Indian Act, which is unacceptable by Trudy Frank Bare Bluff. Ahousahl uaNb.orW Greg Lome, Principal of Maagyoa in-Principle chapters up to June 1998 ;hem every the way." to the Nisgá a and all First Nations," mid Home Care Workers stern( teret.y. School, reported that enrollment is and enmuruged people to read them. his speech, Watts. Education by Greg Louie Ann Mal. Mathias "We need contact numbers for people George Watts speaks out The purpose of the twat -day conference Youth Council,. increasing by greater numbers each called Berger "a white light in our Despite Ahousaht's opposition, year and that more ,pace and teachers living in town and gas them to Ihe and conference organizers was ro bring First Nations and labour rep Family Care Worker, Sal Frank .use", will be needed. treaty update m gs. We are mapping at Summit Conference presented him with a Whale mask resemmtivesmgetherto continue building B.C. is going to allow Pacific Medical by Barb Atleo Killer He said that he mart have at least one out the future not only for ourselves but this issue," said George. by famed Haquiaht carver Tin Paul National Group to set fish Community Human Services by Pam Tears welled in George Watts' eyes as extra high school teacher to meet the also for our children and s mock /1 ren.. Union members esmned George into Continued on page 12 farm at Bare Bluff lack he remembered his father's active role in growing demand. said Aden the mill to make sure that his Treaty by Cliff /oleo the labour movement and First Nations he gm Louie has been involved In some very Greg Louie took the opportunity to There was discussion about possible Fisheries by Damn Campbell rights. INN day of employment at she mill, thus 'it express his displeasure with NTC's VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT ' - preliminary plans ...snot new, bringing him into the union where he strategies A housaht rosy adopt to fight Youth and Child Support Worker by "My parents always believed in the separate High School for Ahousaht. ' public statement that Nuu- chah -nu Ith could be guaranteed rights and the action. A motion that Ahousaht Louie Frank lr. principle that everyone was equal;" said prow- TSAWAAYUUS Margaret Titian gave report on support the Makah whale hunt He said done would fight fish farms aunt to Store by Luke Swan Watts "They enjoyed life by helping behalf of ,Youth that he, personally, is opposed to (RAINBOW GARDENS) establish themselves in Ahousaht Housing by Inc and Angus other people." "It want until later that I learned that The youth have been organising HORTICULTURE THERAPY - Throughout the Autumn months residents moray was adopted Elder, Stanley Campbell the union had held a meeting the night Continued on page 10. in the season slipovers where they can play board before, and they had voted to shut the will be creating craft items reflecting nature and gardening, later Sam said that if fish farms must be here, Tourism by Joe Campbell "I was always so greadi l to the mill down I gat they will begin their winter garden in the green house. Avid gardeners and /or then we need to insist that they use local Membership by Robert Atleo if didn't «job.. George people in the union," said encouraged to Justice recounted. those with a genuine interest in gardening with the elderly are brood stocks instead of Atlantic, by Marie Donahue George Watts. Upcoming Meetings "Society in general forgets about our apply. Calendar of history," George said, who then moved PHOTOGRAPHER -Duties will include photographing or videotaping our spe- George spoke on various fights he had into discussing the Nisga a Treaty. "It's cial events held throughout the year, The person(s) may also be required to keep MEETING DATE TIME PLACE in his young life; fights that the Union about time that people started to hear the photographs organized Indus set up photo displays. Applicants must have Movement came forward to a part )\p play the other side of the Nisga a dal," he interest in photography. Some experience would be nice, but not necessary. YOUNG TSC Nov. O -6 9:00 am Victoria in WARRIORS d said. outgoing, open -minded individual is required to lead NTC A.G.M. Nov. 19 -21 9:00 am Pon Alberni, CURRENT EVENTS -An $ " I was always sogreatful to pe pl FOUNDATION a group discussion about various topics In the news. each day Maht Melts Gym In the union." said Watts, who talked 'f NCN Planning Nov.23 -25 990 am Ahousaht "It wasn't until later that I COMPUTER GAME INSTRUCTORS - Individuals with some knowledge about the difficulty he had getting ajob Land Selection Nov.26 -27 9610am Port Alberni, learned that the union had held u of the computer games, i.e. teaching residents how to play solitaire. SCARED STRAIGHT WORKSHOP at the Alberni Pulp Mill. Tseshaht Culturel CV. B US possess a valid class 4 driver's license. We George told how, many years meeting the night before, and DRIVERS- Applicants must a powerful awakening for youth ages 11 and up, this Vancouver, ago, union NCN Planning Dec. 7 -8 900am have adventuresome group residents who enjoy trips out into the corium- officials had overheard a Alberni they had voted to shut the mill an of workshop covers alcohol, drugs, gangs, violence, prisons, Friendship a. MacMillan Bloedel Personnel Manager down I didn't gas a job" oily, around the Island and occasionally to the mainland. self esteem and East Hastings if healthy role model development COMER -Companions for one-to-one visits, baking, outings, sewing, ceramics, TSC Dec 9-11 900 am Nanaim say that the mill would not hire Indians. appointments, exercises.i letter writing, reeding, crib, card games, board games, Fora seared straight workshop In your community NCN Planning Dec 16 9Wan Port Alberni, Somas The union representative then phoned Budding, Ken Georgetti s speech have any Telephone 604-983 -9813 or Fax 604 -983 -9013 Id George, and asked if he wanted to make from the night before, George reinforced watercolor painting, quilting, newsletter. -.... The list is endless. If you for you. Land Selection Dec 17-le 9130en Pon Alberni, a fight of the issue. the long relationship shared by BC First special skills to share and'« are of caring nee we have a place 16e 'r n'ont iwN ^, The Red Road at 6151 Russell W oeNixasTare aaam,6arméenr Tseshaht Cultural C[r. "I told the union guy that he was Nations and the Labour movement. HOW TO APPLY - Drop by and pick up an application form ®shed cm,pames áIMATi ComW W 6 Semm Inc. asking the question of the wrong guy. I George thanked Ken Georgette and Place OR Phone 724 -5655 and ask for the Therapeutic Recreation Department. was more than willing to make a fight of All applicants must be willing to go through screening tests. Continued on page 10

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First Curriculum By David Wiwchar salmon habitat before. set of high Mlle, annually, as well as coho,chinook and Nations saves the Southern Region Reporter "The weir fish from it has been an important fishery for t«Ihead in the near future. is ap- limited attention given to First Nations The First Nations Summit stress," said Huu -ay -a ht Fisher- Huu- ay- ahtpeople for hundreds of aBuilt at a cost of 512,000, with 59000 issues within the current curriculum be- plauding the launching of the new re, With federal fisheries Minister David ies Manager Stefan Ochman. "It years. coming from Fisheries Renewal B.C, Leanings: integrat- ing taught in our schools. This *seem source guide, Shared Anderson issuing a challenge to find also saves the fish from being Him-ay-ale fisheries will send 200 Ow project employed 4 people, and is information leads to misunderstand- i Abungrnul Content K-10, announced of better ways of salmon fishing the Hum female, and 300 male chum upstream to collecting valuable information on the 2 injured or damaged in the seine legs and a lack awareness when it V,' yesterday by the Ministry of Education. of and First Nation was quick to spawn, where they will produce more science of Sugsaw Creek salmon. nets or Onsets that we used to The new guide, to be available comes to First Nations issues", said respond, building. fish weir stretching than half. million eggs. she Chof foe Mathias, another Task Group me for broodstock collection." next month, will highlight culture, across the mouth of Sugsaw Creek. An equal number of females will be Built at a cost of $12,000, with languages aboriginal member ofthe Sum traditions and of The weir is based on a traditional taken for the hatchery, where they can $9000 to the coming from Fisheries people in BC. "First Nations throughout this selective fishing method Nuu

"The truth is that there is very province today", said Chif lotto information (250)723 -2285 or Janice Amos (250) 723 -0075. J pool. to restore and enhance the Sugsaw to its Huu- ay -aht Fisheries workers then son previous grandeur. W K:,, -ty` the fish, taking few for hatchery Sugsaw Creek spills out of Sugsaw Lake broodstock purposes, and then allowing neat Bamfleld, emptying Into Grappler The fish weir constructed by the Huu- ay -aht Fisheries Department ATTENTION NUU-CHAH-NULTH YOUTH the etheir journey up Inlet at the the Huu- ay -aht Se Reserve. at Sugsaw Creek has become a model for sustainable fisheries. .n Although it has only half kilometre of FLEA MARKET! SugsawCreek. a COME OUT AND BE HEARD! LaFortune continues her wi nning ways Port Alberni Friendship Centre Danielle Lafonune, a 13 year old Danielle.. grade, student, has always Provincial Championship AT THE N.T.C. ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY 3555 4,h Avenue of the Tla -o- qui -ale band of the swam wen in Echo Pool. On this day The week aller the High School Nevin. NOVEMBER 19 - 21 AT MART MANS GYM Nuu -chah -nulth First Nations, has she swan on Three relay teams foe her coal Swim Championships, Danielle is qualified to swim at the British Colum- - Pancake Breakfast at S 1.00 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH IS DEDICATED TO school with girls from grade. to I I. flying to Rince Rupert may and bia High School Provincial Swim They took second place in all three capture a spa on Team BC as a bantam Tables @ S 5.00 NULI-CHAH -NULTH YOUTH, AND YOUTH ISSUES. Championships to be held at Common- relay races. The top three relay reams in girl swimmer. This girl has been NOVEMBER wealth Pool in Victoria, BC. on bosun each relay race moved on to Provincials, amazing in a short two year quest of 28, 1998 Grandma Vi George Grandpa Tom ber 21st and 22nd. so this earned Danielle and her relay hard training, to represent the Tla- o -qui- 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lafonune Grandma Georgina Home Danielle recently swam as a member of mates the right to represent Vancouver aht people and the Nun -chah -nulth First Grandma and Grandpa Ontario Mom the Pamirs. District Secondary School Island at the High School Provincial Nations at the 1999 North American Please register at Front Desk! Barb Lafonune StepBnd aran Abram swim team at the Vancouver Island Swim Championships to all three events. I digenousGames. Dad Perry Lafonune StepMom Donations Accepted! Region High School Swim Champion- Danielle came home with fistful of Luck, we are all very proud of Good Annabelle Thomas and all your Uncles, ships. Thane championships were ribbons and a smile a mile wide. you and all your achievements. You For more information call Delavina Aunts, Nieces, Nephews, Cousns and recently held at Echo Pool in Pon This is going to be the second time this Inspire us all. Grandpa Wilson George @ Friends. or Gordon 723.8281 Alberni. year that Danielle has made it to a "After Hours Outreach Crisis Somass BRAKER & COI Intervention Services" (0 Barristers & Solicitors Tree Services Ltd. 8:00 pm to 2:00 am - 7 days a week / No Tee Too Tall No Job Too Small" 5233 Hector Road 720 -6140 Doe leen P.O. Box on Albern "What is the After Hours Outs.. Crisis Intervention Services? Trimming. ed . - B.C. V9Y ZM1 -his is a program to increase and provide Suppen, Counselling, Mediation, and Crisis Mall: Trimming CleanClaen lip J gp-am. y home -made Chinese food pre- Phone: 723 -1993 Inteeentmn on an Aller Duos Basis. 90er, Site 370, G22 Commercial ippial r.. Eileen Haggard enjoys some of the Port Alberni, BC Buckel ntucx 6 Chipper . Fax 723 -1994 pared by haahuupayuk Adult Education students. Office 721- 8261 ( a loam to 4:30pm) Fas; 723 -1877 09770 24 Hour Service Fully Insured Neil Also pictured is student Starla Watts (left) and instructor - Ave., Pon Alberni. B.C. MY 4H3 Site' 5233 Hector Road Danger Tree Removal Personal injury litigation, including motor 3555 4th Anderson. The luncheon was fundraiser for school field trips and (Fawn EarlMATES- CERrismo UTILITY ARBORIgrr vehicle accident injury claims (250) 723 -9471 craft supplies. f

Ha- Shilth -Sa, November 5, 1998 - Page I I Page 10 - Ha- Shilth -Sn, November 5, 1998 and Ahousaht AGM continued from page 6 Tseshaht News Briefs Huu- ay -aht builds "Green" Hatchery sign Toquaht By David Winehar Coast trail. Raffle Winners Southern Region Reporter Built to increase the effectiveness of forestry deals the Pacheena River Coho Enhance - The Ho Fey -alit First Nation Fisher- moot Project the hatchery will also A pair ofNuu- chah -nulth partnership announced ies Department definitely into is house public education area with mrnngements will seethe Tseshaht and The Nuu- chah-nulih singers and recycling. and information about Toquahr First Nations become full dancers invited to attend a whaling chap," After MacMillan Bloedel failed to restoration and enhancement work in participants in B.C.'s forest sector. conference in Japan successfully request for lumber acknowledge their the area. The signing of Community Fact raised more than $1000 through a to build a salmon hatchery, the Licenses means the two nations will raffle. fisheries crew began salvaging wood "MacMillan eloedef has taken supply more than 40,000 cubic metres of Recipients of the prizes for the mole fallen neat, logs on from everywhere: Sow many billions of board feet word fibre local mills, allowing their to tickers drawn on October 26.1998 the beach, extra wood from construc- of lumber out of mica and members to acquire the skills necessary huge tion sites, and the beams and they can't donate any wood for a to be valued foresters. pillars from a deactivated logging road -Peh small hatchery building?" The license was granted to licit Cedar Basket bridge. Forest Resources (a joint venture "MacMillan has taken how to their Chiefs F. Salmon - Ahousaht Bloedel Ills central location makes it an ideal Central Region Youth gather to make a presentation between Toquaht and Coulson Forest Print base for restoration and enhancement Products) and Equis Forest Products( a whaling. The issue sparked a lengthy grace period if they have failed to Guy Louie- Ahousaht crews working on the Santa est., joint venture between Tseshaht and debate and it was eventually decided that register their child. Paddle Pacheena and Sugsaw rivers. Franklin Form Products). Tom limps whaling proponent The meeting ended on Sunday Mike Chase- Victoria The educational component of the nook. George Watts said high grade wood Huu aht biologist Stefan Ochman stands in front of would bobtailed to Ahousaht to answer evening, but not before prizes were hatchery will be targeted towards the Commu- Jewelry Box Ahousaht held free harvested within the Tseshaht the soon- to -be- completed Pacheena Hatchery which is questions. given out daily Darrell Masishtum - Neah Bay more Man 10,000 visitors that pass nary Forest License will be sold to value- made Barb Milo reported on Aotodedt's draw for participsshe of the Assem- the site every year on their way to the being of mostly recycled waste wood added manufacturer, with the Iowa Medical Program. She reminded new bly. Well Coast Trail. Mill The group travelling to Japan would for Total cost of the project is a minimal were two pairs of grade wood going to the Franklin and timbers cutting, Tommy loe mothers that it is extremely important to Up for grabs Despite the frustrations of sal, aging $63,000, most of the money who have the equipmentto find the best like to thank everyone for their and the rest of the Huu- ay -eht Fisher- with register their babies v soon as possible. Canucks tickets. . Stan Sam won the building materials, construction lumber within lower quality logs. support. ies Crew have been working towards a ruing from Fisheries Renewal B.C. Unregistered babies hove one year grace tickets on Saturday and Anger continued through the summer, to the The provincial initiative matches First Kleko!Klekol proposed opening in November -just Future plans include construction ofa paid and the registration process can be Campbell on Sunday. Angus also point where Othman hopes he'll be Nations with local value-added wood in time for the chum and h run into walk-in freezer for the preservation of a lengthy one Medical expenses become on the 50/50 draw end generously sending out Grand Opening notices product opnaae' mating spinoff the Pacheena River. food fish and retail -sale fish. the responsibility of the pare. after the donated is back to the fundraisers. within the next few weeks. effects throughoutNuu 'oheh -nulth Three Mothers The remaining stages ofconstmction Tommy Joe has been breaking in his Ochman says there are plans to sell Iemlaies. include: the installation of electricity, new portable sawmill, and has been and market "Chum -eroni" through the Return to School plumbing, doors, windows, interior and doing an excellent job of milling any Hatchery fish store, combining Heith Trays wait to be put to exterior finishing, hatchery equipment logs or lumber visaged or donated to Watts speaks at Summit The Ehattoaht First Nation would like use incubating salmon eggs (Heith trays, circular tanks, display fisheries with economic who the hatchery project. page 7 to recognize three young mothers panels, musk and a well to pros ido developer. continued from many billions feet lumber have returned to complete school. of board of fresh water to the hatchery. Undoubtedly, the thousands of Wm to John, Ester out of Ibis area, and they can't donate Tommy Joe and the rest of the BC Federation Congratulations Alice oast 'Ih'15 pacing through Angela Schim from the any wood fora small hatchery build - Huu- ay -aht Fisheries Crew have to talk about John and Ide John. Home School The fisheries crew salvaged wood Pacheena Bay will be more Man ready of Labour for their efforts ingT mid Huu -ay -alit Fisheries Coordinat are Hansen said that been working towards a pro- fallen trees, and fresh the Nisge a deal to their memhers. Manager, from everywhere: to pay for delicious, healthy, are doing Grade Stefan Othman. is It young ladies currently - posed opening in November - . "Either the Nisga a deal passed, or Together with builder Alex Welcel, logs on the beach, extra wood fish snacks. province," 11 regular classes_ Way to Go! just in time for the chum and there will be awar in this the Huu -ay -alit fisheries crew con - from construction sites, and the No word on whether commercial be the old Coho run in the Pacheena River. said George. "And it won't stmctd a new 24' e 36' cedar huge beams and pillars from a freezers or Heith trays have washed leading the charge. It fellows like me Tla -o- qui -aht Rainmakers longhouse-, le hatchery at the mouth deactivated logging road bridge. upon any Bamfield area beaches yet. Together with wife Carrie, who has will be our young people who are hosts the of the Pacheena River near Bonifield been cleaning and preparing the logs growing impatient with the govern- at the start of the world-famous West Shorty Frank "It's time for about 011111 hall Annual Basketball New canoe being carved in Anacla alas to go to Gordon Campbell.. house and teach him a lesson." Tournament For the pest ten weeks, Ed Johnson, have lots of patience," said FA. "A let of !x mes you have tojust sit beck and look Sisters Lena Jumbo and Sarah Webster enjoy the and apprentices Gabe Williams and words for Ed Johnson Jr., have been working at it to make sure you've gm the lines community spirit at the Ahousaht AGM George saved his strongest November 13 -15/98 1: p BC Liberal leader Gordon Campbell towards the launch ofa new 40' straight and everything's the way you at Wckaninnish Elementary. Ir 17 and he law suit aimed at derailing the want it " for ahem 5000 For more infee nation contact ofthis sire that Ed has Started on August IT in the long Ile mid, "I love you" I said "No way," treaty process: "It's time The first canoe A poem Indium to to Gordon Campbell's Thomas George at 725 -2804 tackled rame from the Klaruwa Valley, Anacla caning shod, Ed says one of the Ile said, "Why not" I said, "Love hurts," go a lesson," said Tom at 725 out of the Sari. dry sort. biggest challenges he faced during this Ile is friend A dear friend of mine, e and teach him or Clarence -2049 but was picked every hot of 700 years old," said project was all of the patching work But when he said "I love you" watts. in the evenings "It's dedi- words, George's Ed, who credits Fred Peters and Harry "The tree had a big knot hole so we had !pushed him away, Never one to mince unchtime speech was cheered by the Lucas as his mentors in Mead of canoe to spend time fixing that," said Ed, who Sometimes love is okay more than 150 conference delegates. building honesto launch tile pore some time this But not when he is giving you the cated Rakes lots of time, and you have to Run around, All I want say is, "Don't play games These games are no fun, NCN Dance Group In- If you want to say) love you, Say it like you mean it. to a vited to Japan Whaling TSESHAHT MARKET Maybe next time I will believe it." 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j Page 12 - Ha- Shilth -Su November 5, 1998 Ha- Shiloh -Sen, November 5, 1998 - Page 13 Central Region Chiefs continued from page 5 established m Tla- o-qui -aht First Citemosium ofNuu- shah -nulth Economic Develop Nations land. Little progress has been n A strategic planning retest will be held mat Corporation. Ile first introduced made Matthew John in the near furore so that the Central Plaintiffs welcome Church apology NEDC's newest staff member, Mark Nelson Kodak suggested the formation United Church apologizes Region Chief may prepare remise February 27, 1983 - Masao is -aht ofa planning committee that would re, Ed ration o(the Interim Measures Masao. from Tla- o-qui Nov. 11, 1989 By Allan Early the agreement reached by all panics that explore and resolve some the issues that The Moderator of The United delivery. Extended Agreement which .clue to First Nations and has recently gradu- Son you have been gone Peter Grasp, the lawyer for the former settlement conference judge be ap- are cropping up, such as lease agree- Church ofCanada, has issued an apol- "In this, consultation should be under- ated from the University of Victoria For 9 residents of the Port Alberni Indian pointed by the Chief the Su- expire March 1999. years now. llama of ogy to with a degree in Economics. He is ants, sharing space with MaMook, and Canada's First Nations peoples taken with representativesof First Nations Dearest Son I miss Residential School who were sexually pee Court of British Colombia. currently working an the viability anther sites in cheer or for the United Chun h'scom plieity in congregations,the Division of Mission in on internship You so very much it assaulted by Arthur pint and other Justice Donald Brenner. the vial judge Youth Toquare. the operation NINON Residential Canada and the church's solicitors. program with NEDC. Huns so very much. school employees, has welcomed the in the Alberni case, agreed to approach Youth from each of the five Central A commit= was formed with one Schools Weaned. Little outlined NEDC's loan portfolio Thank you for the time apology from the United Church of the Chief Justice with a view to getting a Region First Nations were invited to the representative from each the five The derision to apologize came during a and funds available az well as qualifi- of when Canada issued today by Church Mod - settlement judge appointed as soon as The Executive of General Coun- to introduce themselves and to That we had AGM cation requirements. He reported that Central Region First Nations. four., mating of the church's Gen eral You were here with us. or, the Right Reverend Bill Phipps. possible. eilwill instruct the church's coun- express any concerns that they may Council Executive. ea most of the newer business loans have "Reverend Phipps' apology is an im- A settlement judge would work with the sel IBM involvement in the current have. They were also invited so that Love from your family After lengthy deliberations, the Execu- been for tourism, retail and other prove first step in the United parties to effect a settlement of de case, Alberni Indian Residential School preparations can be made for the NTC rive came b the conclusion that an apol- service-related industries. Church's acceptance of its share of the proms, parallel to the court anion focused AGM, where the focus will be on Nuu- ogy was a necessary next step for litigation be prim ray on: Ile reported that Mouse, and Tla -o- responsibility for what happened at the Grant said he has already discussed the the chah-nulth youth. church to We in its journey of haling a) settlement negotiations, for- qui -aht First Nations are not repre- TRADITIONAL Alberni School and at the other schools United Church apology with some of the Rodney and Lindsay Amos, of and reconciliation.. mal and informal sented on the NEDC Board of Direc- the Church operated with Canada," Pon Hesquiaht announced that they have, Alberni clients. "One of my clients, tors and requested nominees for said cant. At a news conference announcing the b) determining the measure of the help adults, formed an Willie Blackwater, had the following to with of for those nations. church's decision to apologize, the Mod- directors GRIEF & LOSS y about apology: damages of the plaintiffs athletics and education society. cram of the United Church, On the issue ries, Little said Grant said the discovery of the "Unfortunately the apology came too the Right c) negotiating the church's fair that NEDC has done its best to keep as Reverend Bill Phipps said: A young man from Tla -o- qui -aht Ledford documents will affect late for Darryl Watts "(Mr. Watts share of liability with the up- to -date az possible. The fishermen's WORKSHOP o "We are deeply and profoundly all of the residential school drowned title Islann harbour on First Nation raised his concern main concerns with respect to NEDC sorry for the pain and suffering WITH MARIE RUSH cases before the courts- now Saturday, October lath Ile was one of about racism and self-esteem have been interest rates and seizure 30 survivors of the Alberni School who used by The United Church Of The Record veofGeO.ICo eelI has re- issues that youth face. policy, reported Little. In response, numbering several hundred sing the United Church and the Canada's complicity ire the opera- quested the Moderator and the General NEDC has lowered interest rates and across Canada. GovernmentGo of Canada for RESCHEDULED TO NOVEMBER 25, 1998' sexual as- tion of the Indian Residential Secretary to renew their attempts to meet They are fundraising in order to send made changes in equity requirements. saults suffered at the School during the Schools ln Canada with the Prime Minister to help pursue a Nuu -shah -nulth athletes lo the North Little will also be reporting at the NTC PORT ALBERNI FRIENDSHIP CENTRE "However, the apology must be placed 1950s and 1960s.) means of dealing with legiones of Resi- American Indigenous Games. They AGM in late November. and understood in the context of what On behalf of The United Church 3555 - 4th. AVENUE Blackwater said that if the Church is se- dentin Schools which don not involve offered to assist the NTC AGM caterers happened in the Alberni School trial of Canada, we apologize to the ROO A.M. - 430 P.M. ous about this apology. '`they should own -dram decisions and other related in order to fundnise for their project. MacMillan Bloedel last week in Nanaimo," said Grant. advise the Court that they are prepared to peoples of the First Nations of They also said that they will approach PLEASE NOTE THAT THE WORKSHOP HAS CHANGED FROM The vial, at the request of the Church, Linda Coady and Don Dowling of accept legal responsibility equally with Canada." The Executive of the General Council the Chief at the NTC table for a was unexpectedly adioumed last MacMillan Bloedel (MB) made brief Nov. 4th' To Nov. 25TM. Canada for the assaults we all suffered The Executive of the General Council also wants report on the development of young on. Thursday until April of next year. presentation on leak Forest Products THE WORKSHOP IS FREE! EVERYONE WELCOME! while at the School and that they are now will name a group of people and autho- a longterm financial plan to meet antici- A man from -o-ire i -ant First It had previously been scheduled to young 7. (IFP), the joint -venture forestry prepared to compensate us for those as- rize them to prepare the full text of the pated obligations arising from the United Nation raised his concern about racism FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL DELAVINA AT continue until the end of October. company between MB and the CRC's. saults. apology, and determine the process for its Church's complicity in the operation of and self-esteem issue Mal face. Last week," Grant continued, "evi - youth Coady reported that a Board of 723-8281 the residential schools. Margaret Titian of saht is con- dense introduced at the vial estab- Directors for IFP has been formed and rl. These decisions came as a result of the caned about her rehire.furore. "Can we have lished that both the Church ad have met twice. The CRC's represen- current legal case happening in BC Su. workshop. youth representative on Canada were aware of sexual assaults tatives on the board are toe Campbell, Summit results ... continued from page 7 prone Court against the Alberni Indian treaty teams to learn about treaty?" in United Church Schools at labial Lany$siM Sr. and Ma Resident ul School. asked Margaret. "I want to Who the D. -36e development of more effective early as 1960" MB'sRpesmativesarallbtl With vicarious liability already deter- process. I am curious about it because °d.liarn and logen. communications mechanisms toen- Documents found in the United and Ted Kimoto. mined, and current direct liability claims it involves my future, and my children's erne+ better understandingofeah other's courage the dialogue key to generat- Church Archives told the sorry ofa They have been working antenna appearing to again favour the plaintiffs, and grandchildren's future." interests, values, positi ons and aspirations ing understanding belwan First Na- former vice- principal of the Edmonton transfer issues.. If successful, MB will the United Church of Canada is trying to Erica Tom, Hesquiaht youth napost-treaty environment. lions and Labour. It was recognized Indian Residential School, Rev. 1, manna transfer the Oman. portion of Tree C. throw null lifeline. da suggested Ina the yaM form Other recommendations arising from the that responsibility for this communi- Ludford, who ultimately was convicted Farm License 44ío IFP. This would Considering Justice Donald Brenner has Central Region Youth Council. included. cation lies with the labour and First of sexually assaulting students allow the CRC's to have controlling c.fc at the a history of awarding precedent-setting The Chiefs took the suggestions of the Nations leadership. Edmonton school. interest in MB's forest tenure in sums to bictims of sexual abuse, the youth with enthusiasm. They corm A. To work as allies in an economy that In court last week Gant argued that Clayoquot Sound. United Church of Canada is only now see- mended thorn for their courage in going continues o widen the gap beaten Delegates held series of workshop di s- senior officials of the Church and of They are also working on Develop ing the writing that has long been on the to the microphone and speaking pub rich and poor Canadians by building - on the NeufaFinsl Agreement; Indian Affairs were fully informed of- s of the Shareholder's Agreement well. lick, The chiefs suggested that they on 'sting and future partnerships to Joint Ventures and Investment °gnaw- "the Ludford Incident" and, in spite of and are nearly done. They continue to Anita plaintiffs in the AIRS Trial, offer a public speaking course for the achieve economic self-sufficiency. It es; Unions in a Port- Treaty Environ- that knowledge, did nothing to ensure work on the business plan !backwater also said that each of the Lawyers for the plaintiffs Peter lawyers for the United Church have been youth Nitm that they may for the was agreed that labour unions will be ment, and Union and First Nations- Is- that similar assaults were not awning plaintiffs in the Port Alberni prepare The Board is seeking ways in which to case should Grant (left) and Allan Early reluctant to show any movement his NTC AGM. an integral partner post -treaty. sues of Social and Economic Justice. in other schools. facilitate the reconciliation of the receive an apology horn both the Church of ry ombtcourt settlement, and this edict Tlam-qui-aht First Nation Chief B. That the federal and gov- The conference builds on commitments (right), answer questions outside different rests in Clayoquct Sound; provincial and Canada. from the ExecutiveeffMivelyf stheir Councillor, Moses Martin, offered the emmmüroepatthejudicialdiratives made by First Nations and Labour "The the Pin online courthouse. more specifically, between displaced Church's own documents lawyers to the negotiating table use ofTinwis for Youth Council contained in the Supreme Court of senutivbs in Hamm initiated 12 photo !yard ,reek, workers and environmentalists. years prove that both the defendants "For his family, his fellow plain- Meetings. ago reee apeedin work f Canada decisions in Delgamuukw, lulu could readily have foreseen the Offs andfor us as counsel, Darryl's Cliff Atleo said that he is striving to which recognizes and affirms the ex- together Mo press the federal and provin- assaults." death is very much a part of what develop a'youth- friendly presentation Central Region Office den. of aboriginal rights and tide. cial governments to achieve land claims is happening and will affect us FOR SALE on the treaty process. lie said he is There was a short presentation by C. Support for the negotìationsamongthe settlements. Since thew labour has been Arthur mint, who was convicted of all" Peler open many suggestions from the youth. Howard Tom the Fist Notions Summit, the province and an active participant at treaty negotiation Grant "INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS: on Central Region multiple counts of sexual assaults of the federal government currently un- tables and relationships between Labour THE BOOB Office move. Alberni NUU-CHAI -NULTH EXPERIENCE" and =dents, was rehired by the Grant concluded by saying. want to NEDC Tle- o-qui -aht First Nations is looking derway with the objective of acceler- First Nations groups in areas of com- "I These books have been re- ordered, and are once again Church - mon interest and Canada in 1963 three repeat that Moderator Phipps' apology Al Little made a new-nation on behalf into leasing portable office space to be ating the treaty process. have strengthened. available from our Nuu- chah -nulth Community and Human years after the Ludford incident. must be considered in the context of the "The Ludford incident documents events in Rondo last week. Whether or Services Program Office. FIRST NATIONS WELLNESS DROP -IN The ALBERNI VALLEY MUSEUM must be understood in the context of not Darryl Watts' death was one of those and the negligence of the Church and triggering events is impossible to "NUU- CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL Every Monday 1:00 4:00 say," - p.m. presents Canada being alleged by the plain- Grant said. BEYOND SURVIVAL' VIDEO tiffs," said Grant. Port Albemi Friendship Centre "For his family, his fellow plaintiffs and These videos have also been reordered, and are once again "SOUL OF THE RAILWAY" "In order to prove negligence it must for us as counsel, Oarryl's death is very @ 3555 4th Avenue be shown that the Church and Canada available from our Nuu -chah -nulth Community and Human re much a pat of what is happening and will on display could have Services Program Office. Blood Pressure Screening foreseen that the children in affect us all, including the Church and October 31, 1998 to February 15, 1999 the schools were at risk of being sexu- Canada, as this case proceeds down the Diabetes Screening ally assaulted by staff. The exhibit explores the Church's settlement path." Book, are $20.00 / Video $100.00 [there is a discount price Enjoy this fascinating that history of own documents that HIV /AIDS Screening prove both the de- Yesterday (before the apology was is- available to all First Nation members] . display the Canadian Canada's railroads. The travels from fendants could readily have foreseen sued by the Church), Grant wrote the Pap Testing the assaults" Railway Museum - Quebec. Church and Canada requesting immediate Send your orders to: Grant said the discovery of the Generously sponsored by: AV 1240 The Source, payments of advances on any settlement Holistic Health Information Ludford documents Nuu -chah -nulth Community and Human will affect all of to be negotiated to ease the financial bur. For Alberni Valley Times and ItailAmedca the residential school Services Program more information call Penny Cowan @ 724 -1281 cases before the den. Mr. Watts' family and to allow the courts - now numbering several hun- P.O. Box 1280 or Delavina 4256 Wallace street other plaintiffs in the case to mend his Lawrence @ 723 -8281 died across T -Sst 10-5, Thurs. 108 Canada. funeral in Gitwinksihlkw, BC, located Port Alberni, BC Grant said another important develop- as 723 -2181 APOW north of Terrace. [The funeral was held V9Y 7M2 = ment at the Alberni vial last week was Friday, October 30°.] Phone (250) 724 -3232 - Fax (250) 724.6642

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Page 14 - Ha- Shilth -Sa, November 5, 1998 The First Years Last Forever National Child Health As a mother feeds her shad, she has during childhood. Day marks she gases lovingly into his eyes. A fa- Research a brain development ther talks gently to his newborn and school readiness suggests the follow- Celebrate anniversary of daughter as he changes her diaper. A ing ten guidelinesthat can help parents and UN Convention All about Influenza caregiver sings child to keen. other caregivers raise healthy, happy chil- These everyday moments, these dren and confident, monument learners: National When Canadians celebrate National What are the symptoms typical by i1g oxalat.. provide rise. I. Be warm, loving, and responsive Child Day November 20, they are mark- of the wills'"? tialnourishmentlustasRheirbodies need 2. Respond to the child's cues and strains of influenza Since the strains of ing an important food to us the clues date for children every- The term "flu" is often applied grow, scimu now tells that Child influenza which circulate change every where. positive emotional, 3. Talk, read and sing to your child to almost anything that makes us feel it physiralandintellec- year, is necessary to make, new influ- November 20 is the anniversary loll experiences that a baby win the 4. Establish routines and rituals of two well. Influenza however, is a specific enm 'ne for each season. This is earliest years are equally necessary fable 5. Encourage safe exploration and Day historic United Nations events; the adop- IV infection caused by the influenza why a yearly flu shot recommended growth of healthy brain. play tion of the Declaration of the Rights of With influenza there is generally a sud- Is it ever too late in the sea - den onset of fever, often with headache, The brain is the part of the body 6. Make TV watching selective November 20 the Child in 1959 and the adoption of the son to get an influenza vaccina- that cough, appetite loss, muscle aches and allows us to feel toy or despair, to 7. Use discipline as an opportunity to Convention on the Rights of Child in tion? respond to tiredness others in a by ingot angry way, teach 1989. Influenza can usually be con - to use mason or imply to react These Influenza may also be oceans 8. Recognize that each child is unique The UN Convention ogler Rights o/the acted anytime between November and opac esdon't - paned by stomachache and diarrhea. just magically appear 9. Choose quality child care and stay Canadá Child is an international agreement that Nuu- chah -nulth Nursing Program May Vaccination is still useful later in they result from the interplay between a involved Mild eases of influenza may resemble ppl' t young peopleall over the world. the season as it can help minimize the child's heredity and the experiences he or 10. Take care of yourself the common cold. Colds on the other Canada ratified the Convention in 1991. seventy and protect against other influ- halt mien People and Comeau nity Health Nurses Working Together hand never exhibit the severe symptoms The Convention is m,w enza divided into four and signs that may accompany swim to Mahe a Different e. influ- "Influenza" continued. groups of rights: enza. Is it possible to become in- I. Children playing a pan. This fected even you have been vac- the flu but they still seem to get Is it possible that a new each household to use for the =Nod. How long is a person in- if WHO YOU GONNA CALL? 1 illnesses resembling the flu. Are strain like that in 1918 -1919 that Including children in decisions, ht Delude fan, we are working towards a fectious when he or she gets in- cinated? ... BUG BUSTERS!!!! uor there other viruses going around killed 20 million people could ng them the freedom to join with osh- mominaed etfon with the First Nation com- fluenza? Yea It is possible to become By Sandy that can cause infec- Ms, the freedom to express themselves and miniry and the school across h hay. Bev infected the vaccination, particularly, similar arise again and has there been The Incubation of Influenza to receive information from many sources. Pearson Touchy Linda Marshall ardmyselfhavemet for older adults whose immune systems tions? any preparation for this 1 to 2 days. A person infec- possibil- between is 2. Children reaching their may be less effective in responding to ity? pore, with the principal ofda school to discuss how tious for about six days, including the Yes. There are many different the vaccine. However, due to the partial god Thisincludesthethings children need iisnmayos we mn wadinue our eff«u with his saffand day before onset of symptoms. viruses which may cause respirator, in- The influenza viral changes pic, we cams e- protection that the vaccine provides, the fections. to develop as best they can This group the public health nurse in Uchida. l have also When does the "influenza" slightly every year, for this reason a itch saying the disease is to be less severe. of rights emphasizes the importance of lue had likely Vaud such as RSV (Ravin, yearly flu shot is recommended. word. Other season her o, aiming. and some h00s ideal pan - Can yon get influenza from tory Syncytial Virus) and Paainflumm education, family, culture and identity in h of influenza occur Four,. five lima. century, whey bo Alger.Anger, most cues children's the flu shot? that can cause infections which however, the Influenza virus may un- Nun- Chah -Nulth lives. maple . from November or December through to Myeamiemdasfith itg,scan1áæ Handouts have Wen developed for parents, No. The influenza vaccination may be mistaken for the flu. dergo a major change. 3. Children living well This in- April and May. aavemwh, have lwaypbadylound. we hope These Community b Human Services children and teachers. What to do e influenza became the vac- viruses primarily affect This may result in the worldwide cludes the tight to survival and boric neeth and drab lice have always been wind I Why is influenza a winter young children next is at up education for h teachers and ere doss not contain the live virus. but can also affect spread ofa new influenza virus. This Fighting HIV /AIDS - food, shelter, standard of living and say this because at even session 1 have held disease? parnrs,then studios Finally we willdeclae Side effects of the vaccine, such as sore- adults. They tend to be present in vary- situation is ailed a pandemic. health. thórol, Wave Lire Bug day and begin Me process. We Why winter Is the predominant ing degrees every season but the aB mst the site atonal., are usually winter Canada has had a contingency _.EirrnavaperMelnirmarryirarTam- 4. Children being free from harm. control, always asks me d they lis usethe local nevspaperardtelevision influenza season is not clear, but may be nu Is the most serious. ild and rarely interfere with dairy ac- plan for pandemic influenza since 1985 This group rights protects young purple cane Are they from monkeys, does, of to advise people ofthe dare and where related toes. of transmission with klbereay?Wg besides vaccine skak week user.. and it has been recently updated. from many things, including ébuse, ne- hats bees? da W anal fiaa they - ( any I PaaPiaSoniturartidwirideettanbredur that can be used to control ietlumra? Can vaccine be given to 41ealavemadvawalendllto I glécs;economic torture, ab- have been MNwith bugle Iowa and day have ing the winter. I ea,aaa..m exploimtion, SO WHAT'S THE METHOD? The drag Amantëd ins:, whin ewe annually from autumn to the follow- heartinessiparasIe The louse high -risk children too? duction and prostitution. b.dlad.! By lasting everyone in the community gallon given within the first 48 hours of dis- The National Advisory Council ing spring through LCDC's national in- 'sap1&yli rest infesting bran hair and many types The Convention is an important the sane day' 1hg Busting Day' How strain of influ- ease, can be used to reduce the severity fluenza surveillance aotiv dries. Did you know that right now shin. whatcaeoffthescalog sucking on Immunization recommends special document because it provides guiding Tam's. person wen hone. do the fol- enza re there? ofinftuenza A. . each there is a study happening in life iywhmmuw sKis The "split -virus" vaccine for children be- principles on how to sea and chil- lowing: There are two main types of in- Amantadine can also be used to treat Oath ngMet othaimevelopes.TMsneeinsect. tween the ages of six 13 the U.S.A. that is testing a 1) Wmhhabesing usual shampoo fluenza: influenza and influenza protect people who have been in contact dren. It is a standard for ensuring Ng Huang Stdadwadnekpd Osme years. mi vaccine give fewer adverse new vaccine for HIV /AIDS? 2) Rinse lair with several sub -types. During the hers with. infected person or in individuals Three students chi ldren's healthy developmes in Canada way ofveeluse. foundedtied upon the life r tam bidet.. than whole virus isf with water fluenza sane. most cases in Canada who may respond poorly to influenza For information about HIV/ nod around the world. cycle ofthe louse. vaccine. 3) Add hair are duets influenza A. vaccinati named AIDS call Penny Cowan at (Sower: Convention on the Rights of The Bu gBantingmethedofhice control ihan How is it decided what to conditioner, Who should get a flu shot? The side effects of Ammtad ime Child, United Nations) alma,. daycare hair "flu" strains are pat into vac- 724 -1281. IW.à lane Yearly imm.imion with in- may be mild, such as dimness, diffi- awhtendd.and w,alry tl.klm who cine? Malaspina Do not rinse fluenza vaccine is recommended Teethe why sleeping, and irritability. have hememonfied with lice or eggs have A global network out! THE following groups of people who may get of taboo. In the elderly, or those with kid- advisdgtdone Rvme coordinated by the WETTER serious complication from the flu: wL World Healt ney disease, more severe side effects Dean's List dcov What started theappmxh is isolates and identifies in- such m seizures, THE - people 65 years of age older Organization, may occur. dryhairandheyarevsygoliceseveral ver BETTER, fluenza viruses which are circulating Amantadineis most useful incer- KUU -US CRISIS LINE - people of any age who live in a The Nuu chah ninth Tribal Council hanged., nvaygo pscSeat However Si Comb hair nursing home or chronic rare facil- around the world. In this way, new situattons. such u outbreaks ofin. 24 hrs/day - - 7 days a week vio lice slaw down and are paralyzed, then would like **congratulate the Nuu we with normal strains of influenza virus may be identi- Was. in nursing horn Pon Alberni, Bamfield, ity; chah nulth students made the the West Coast, etc aim). Wan and is used to ...Moo tied and their spread monitored. They who - people with chronic medical mndi- Because of its cosy, and the fre- Secondly.dmnimhmai msareofdcom- Deans' List at Malaspina Univer- comb fuNthen in , including bronoMCaemphy- also may ...widened for inclusion in quency of side -effects howl! %), mand,beesereedtodasttone, Teen Line - - 723 -2040 tedim with a One the current vaccine. In Canada Amantad ise !snag sity- College. These students placed e+:s ma. heart disease, diabetes, kid - Freak. recommended for should totbe« b neven e become ï dial and federal laboratories the - - comb. ney disease or cancer. monitor routine use. in the top ten percent of their Adult Line 723-4050 sucnsasttoteshamSosolicehavebarreSome strains of influenza circulating within Comb& How does vaccination protect How does one get Amantadine? classes. Congratulations Irene Toll free number 1- 800 -588 -8717 for long distance callers. 1 add, ad *chid small piece of Canada. Amantadine is available only Robinson, Maud Morris, and Diane den was being treated unary times with fis you? Manned by adult and teen volunteers hair at a time, Many of my friends and by a prescription from your doctor. effect And Wily then gas adpw

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THE FOLLOWING OFFICE SPACE FOR " ' Congratulations poet's nook /Qtptps RENT "Al" LICENSES ARE FOR SALE At the Tsesheht Admin- . Martin Watts a Happy II r Anniversary Nov. 27" a big 4 years baby girl. Have warding and rinterning Ncdlid,n,mgi ® ®_ HAPPY BIRTHDAY istrative Building, to for Nov. 15 ". With all my love Rim -Ann. Pon we lose you. Love mom, brothers ally from Alert Bay. So thanks Sandra NO MORE WAR view mm CEO Mich Hirano,. 724- Birthday wishes for Nov.: Nov. Andy Amos Robbie, sisters Justine & for bringing the delicious sandwiches CFV 27727 38.45 FT 12253 rooms -1 large boardroom size For Sale 1t - Anthony McIntosh, Nov. 2. - Ethel Shykyla Frank. which was included with the workshop. CFV 29665 36.75FF AMAMI Courageous men and women left and 2 medium size with 2 Yr condition. V-6 union.. Williams, Nov. 56 - lenilyn Erickson, To my Uncle Elmer (hum -hum) From a regular drop in peen ... Mrs. CFV 24162 37.99FF Convertible /Black Top, In very good con Canada, rs. Also large classroom aft... Nov. 7 Watts, Nov. 96 Julian who shares a birthday Happy -Week - onNov. 27. Carol R. John Mattersdorfer. in e old Ha-HO -Payed School Build- ditiomaoemmer ,COPlayer- Pioneer.(like To fight in other lands age 0'a Man. Nov. 1 stone Taumsh, Nov. Birthday Uncle. Love you and miss you. Today, October 296, would have If anyone would like to purchase ing great for training room or class- Neck A h Conditioning Diamond Coated 17" - Jeanette Maas. Nov. 21 -Trick Love groom and Justine & Shykyla. been my beloved tkober Brooke Thomas They did not count the cost; any one of theses "Al" salmon room. All Around, Automatic Transmission, Williams, Nov. 256 Jonathan Nov. first - Joe, Happy Birthday to Ccaw's John's Birthday. Today, would have been They gave their all. licenses, please mail or fax a Wh es good in the snow, Pricen reduced to a- Ì 306 Inn McIntosh Jr., Lots of love gland- 2N, $10,000 OBO. Seiau571.0amly. Call daughterwhowas baron Nov. motheryear. lbwever.hbpinl.l feel.,. We inherited their peace and written offer to: FOR SALE from Rim -Ann, Martin & Family. 1998. Congratulations proud 1 Winston Curley at(250) 723-6135 to the really miss my beloved brother on this freedom, Carvings made to order. G.Nookemis Grandma Coss, and Nibbles! Conant. day. 1 remember moments, at night that m c So why do we fight and call each Nuu- chah -nulth Economic Phone 723-0404. FOR SALE labors Sam Gus & Richard Sam Jr. on we shared our secrets, together. 1 remem- other names? Development Corporation FOR SALE the birth of your new little girl, to Paula her the pride, joy and full of laughter,' hat Authentic genuine basketweaving gnat) sessa P O Box 1384 For Weer nude murder, rings, brace- Warta who has a new sister, to the new he acquired. He had many friends and he Why do we hale other races? grow Swamp grass. Comm Linda -J Port Alberni, B.C. lets, pendants, brooches, earrings & Grampa Richard Sam Sr. and Mama and enjoyed his freedom Today, my beloved This is not the way of peace. Edgar at 723 -3889. i V9Y 7M2 bolo ties. Tim Taylor, 1034 Emote to Cody and Bertha Gus and family. brother, l miss dearly, lust like any other Each of us must do our share for FOR Place, Port Alberni, B.C., VOY 7L7 SALE Birthday wishes to my favorite day. Love you dearest brother and today peace; Phone:723 -8170. I cell phone for sale or take over people: my handsome brother Frank I wish you mold hear me. Love always Peace starts in our hearts; FOR SALE contract. Call 723-0484 AL Charlie Jr. Nov. 36, my handsome Brand- and forever your sister Carol R. John I will try to keep Mat peace; on Marvin Native designed jewellery on gold or Happy Birthday to our Corky Jr. Nov. 66, my beaus Manersdorfer. LOST: Black Adidas pack sack at the Because it was won by such a silver, rings earrings, bracelets, pen- sons Jonathan John on Nov. He tiolauntieRoseannTOmNov.116, Happy Birthday to my lit Tush Happy Belated Birthday to our I. NTC Games. Phone Rueben Thomas on Nov. 21 ". You're not goring older great sacrifice. dants by Gideon Smith. Phone 923- is going to be 3 years old, also to mna or Lorene Frank at 725 -2715. daughter, sister, (Auntie) Annie you're getting better! Also on the 21' 3550. Eric John Jr. on Nov. 299. He will Watts on November 1st. Love Happy Birthday Didi . Hope you have Written by the late FOR SALE be Il years old. Love always from FOR SALE from Mom (Rosin), Dad (Allan) sis many more. From Roger. Desmond Peter Elias Preston Naive designed jewellery; silver, cop. Dad Eric and Mom Sheila, sisters Totem Pole - 03,000, 5 fret high, 12" Gina and Cyril Livingstone, nieces Martin per,gold engnviny0me seeing. Con- Carlene & Jo -Lynn and brothers For Sale by 12 ", Figureson Poem- Eagle. whale. and nephews Carrie, Sherry, On a beautiful day during the Thanks- tact Gordon Dick by phone 723 -8611 1992 Fad Fí«kae S1 .I bear, and sunmask. This totem pole i Arnie & Brandon. giving weekend, we entered into a life or Cell 954 -9404 Melanie, Tia, Vincent, Carlito and fully loaded, well maintained. the last one carved by the late Arthur Happy 106 Binhday to my niece long commitment to each other. The Note: The N.T.C. Office will be NUU- CHAH -NULTH NATIVE Kristen.' lappy Birthday to Delaine Cá17262613 8/4, 15000 Nicolaye of Kyuquot. Arthur became a Angel m Nov. 86. Love from you Aimee closed on Wednesday, November LANGUAGE Watts (Squiggy) on November 7th. ceremony took place at Saxe Point in Verna and cousin Veronica. Also my spe- famous carver in labs;,. B.C. For Victoria, BC with just my husband to 11 for Rememberance Day. Transcribing in phonetics - for roam- Betty o Love from Uncle Cyril, Auntie cial sister Virginia on Dec. 21 and love inf tim contact Nicolaye be, my two daughters, and Kevin's sis- ing., research projects, personal use. Gina, Carrie, Sherry, Melanie, Tia, from your sister Verna and godchild eave message at (250)830-0811. - L 1. ter Lisa lath. Hourly rates. Phone Harry Lucas at Vincent, Carlito and Kristen. Vamla also to my niece Canaan Jules 1. Jessie D. Tom took Resin T. Jim as Christmas Craft Fair 724 -5807. on Dec. 256. Happy Binhday love, from And lay most beautiful grand.- Wealcoast my husband on October II. IONS as did FOR SALE BIRTHDAY WISHES TO THE Auntie Verna and Cousin lathy daughter MditaBumn Nov. 146, my beam Transition House Kevin T. Jim take me as his wife. Re -visit another time and celebrate r Carvings for sale. If you are interested CLAN FOR MONTH OF OCT. & NOV.; birthday is Jan. 24A Also my daughter tifulsisterMaryannCharlieNov .156. All in native carvings such as coffee table Emergency Shelter my love It was quiet, but still a beautiful cer- the joy of Christmas at the opening Annie Watts, big 40! you made it) Veronica on Dec. 46. Love from mother to you. I wish you the best. For Abused Women that was shared with immediate reception for Bethlehem Market an tops, clocks, plaques, 6' totems, .- Dime.!]? (lost track) My Dad, who I Verna Jules. November Birthdays 1" - An- and their Children loved ones. noes, leave message for Charlie Mickey love dearly, Happy Birthday on Nov. I would like to wish our parents thony McIntosh 106 Binhday, 3" -Happy exhibition and sale featuring on w1124 hours Thank you m those who understand that at 724 -8609 or c/o Bon 40, /Audios. -.Nibbinun Nos 2 i 49 years(whew!), Mr. & Mrs. Larry Thomas a Happy 346 Birthday Emerald Fred and my buddy handcrafted items with gin giving in 726 -2020 Nelda Robinson, 46 -Happy In Birthday this is the way we wanted it and still $3000 0.8.0. B.C. VOP 2A0 my nephew Nathan L. for Nov. 1362I 20 Anniversary.lwanttotakethisoptoru- mind, Thursday,November P, 1998 years man! me nits tothankyouforbeingsoundernaad- to my grandson Deshawn (my bmbalm) gave us their blessings, we love you. at 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. 24 R. Beinell 1981 LANGUAGE CLASSES Happy 126 AnniversaryIt Martin .ng and raring. We love you both many also Natasha Mack, 56 -Happy Binhday A warm, loving thank you to Gramma T.S.G. TRUCKING SERVICE Held at the Rollin An Centre, 3061 Excellent Shope but atHupacasaht Hall & Rita Ann. Nov. 4 Happy 1" Binhday more happy years to come. Love your Leanne kremlin. and Jerilyn Watts, 66 Julia Lucas and her family for the sur- Moving and Hauling, Reasonable 89 Avenue, Port Alberni, the display needs leg. Language Instructor Deshawo Nov. 56 Happy 33' Birthday family Debbie, Irv, Sheila, IleA Rose, Happy birthday Boyd, 76 Happy Birth- prise wedding cake at our AGM, in Port Rates. Tom Gus. 5231 Hector Road, ter Isis/auntie). Colleen, Keith, Janice, Francis, day Starla. From your auntie, grandma continues in the fine arts gallery to Tat Taroosh Hope you have a good Dickie, Alberni. Phone! 726 -1278 Pon Alberni, B.C. Phone: (250)724- onry Nan 66Happy Binhday Boyd Bonk. Denise, and your 22 grandchildren, With loop. December 22ntl. Gallery hours are Mondays and Thursday Nights Jessie D. Jim 1?HtIOGRAiHS 3975 All our love Rim, try & Jolene. lots of love. Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. Kevin T. Jim - 7 pm to 9 pm Would like to wish our dad 4:30 p.m. For further information Parenting Skills for Parents &Tots Alexander Frank Sr. a Happy Binhday on Thomas Manin of Tia- o-quiaht First please call (250) 724 -3412. Fridays from 3 -4 pm Oct. 28. Happy 796 Birthday. We love Nations for Nappy (belated) is searching any EVERYONE IS WELCOME rs you lots. From your sonlrvin,Debbieand photograghs of his late father, Peter grandchildren. Lahal Sticks for Sale. case klero rag ISIáP Manin. He asks that anyone with Birthday Annie! Made by Vernon Ross. Edward Tatoosh, Certified Linguist W ish our lovely mean photographs of Peter Martin Sr. please Phone 723 -3892 so much to her uncle and I, wish you a from the staff of Na- Shilth -Sa tact h' at 250 -725 -2949. He is happy 236 birthday on Oct.28 ". Melissa willing to pay for reproduction costs. Martin have a nice day. Love Uncle Irvin KATHY FRANCES EDGAR Lost Peter Manin Sr. of Tla- o-qui -alit First & Auntie Deb. Hopes and Dreams u.mS Nations and passed away April 1973. Basket Weaving Wish our niece AlexmdrtaFrank Hopes and dreams, Pair of Native GoldEagle Stud Ear- Happy I" Birthday "my PO Box863 a happy 66 birthday for Om 276. the Lobo( handsome" Desire. Ia. From Skim surface; rings with diamonds in the eyes, LOST CroOon.00. love honey. Auntie Deb* Uncle Irv. Grandpa Lanny. Without any visions, matching native gold eagle necklace Weekend of August 29, 30 & 31, VORIRO Toe wonderful father and grand- Happy Binhday on Nov. 14" My life has no purpose. with diamond in eyes, one native 1998 at Taboo Sr. Men's Fastball Phone(i50)246223I father John Peter Amos a very special Tyrone 186 birthday; Nov.26 Samara 19 Are you willing to listen? gold wrap around ring, one heart Tourney - I pair of red /white & birthday wish on Nov. It Have a spe- binhday: Nov. 246 Richard Nookemus Do you really care? blue men's ball pasts (Eagles), I Jce Manin Happy Birthday cial day because you're special. We love ring with about 6 - 8 hearts with especially and Dolores, Nov. 2N Mash. Thompson. x -large red /white A blue men's TRADITIONAL Lama CANOES lo my you very much. Love your daughter Sacrifices being made; diamonds inside the hearts, 3 rings ff-r inff MM. RPM daughter Starla Watts. 1 came buy sae From Auntie Pearl & Cousins, Uncles & "Champion" sweat jacket, 1 pair Denise Lynn and your grandchildren An- For you and me to share. together (1 love you! From Mum. Auntie Dorothy and Dick and Grandma welded engagement /F,4Á6.. nul a/Warn Conies f drew, size 10 '/Ç men's running shoes. Robbie, Justine, Rae -nett & Destinations truly unknown, ring, I wedding ring & I anniver- Happy Binhday Starla with all Mamie Wilson. If found please return to: ./arsls.a nwi moo. Shykyla. But visions of hope must keep my love! lay. Nov. 1" `Happy Birthday" to sary ring). These items are any Chris Watts, 4682 N. Crescent, Mtl nar To my beautiful niece and our Happy Birthday sister Soria. We Annie Watts up at the NTC. The one me going. precious to me, if anyone knows Alberni, B.C., 720 -0100. in Regina Amos. Happy birthday Port lave you! some Dairy & Jolene. that mean, difference for everyone. Challenges and obstacles turn who took them from the Paper Mill babe" on Nov. 186. Have a very nice 1 would like to wish my Mammy From Carol R. John Maneredorfer. into my accomplishment Ttia.Pnw.a,cawJ rusaaa day and remour other side of your Dam (on the Falls Road side in Pon a happy 22N Binhday. I love you Mum. I would like to rake this opportu- family cares and always think you. My purpose in life must keep Albemi) I'd appreciate the inf enla. NOOf::N:ARfI From Tamara Mack. o! nity to thank the United Native Nations. Love from Auntie Denise, cousins An- On growing... Reward JILLOCCAISSIONS Tree Topping Happy 42N Birthday to our bro./ The staff hosted an Accountability and tion. offered for their re- drew. Robbie, Justine. Rae -ven & B1 CAH: uncle Lenny Ross Sr. on Nov, 2661 From Leadenhtp2 day Workshop,facilitatedby turn. They were taken on the last & Pruning Shykyla. (mahgwah) Y 71q)i RBNBB HUHN Phone (250) 724 -6277 your sister AW, DW & family. Mr. Wedlidi Speck, which 1 participated Sunday of the Indian Games. If you Happy binhday to my beautiful IW41711ffiB 1 Reasonable Rates would like lowish my husband in. I found this workshop was very re- Levine Williams have any informationPiease contact u a/lhy. daughterand our sister Rae -tier Frank on PORTALBERNI,B.C. Esther Robinson at (250) 670 -9658. S Dave Georg

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_ I I .Y The Year 2000 Bug (Y2K) Online Information What is the big deal about could have far -reaching effects. Where can a small business 2000 problem, you can also consult the following Web sites, which pro- Year 2000 and computers? Regardless of size, all computers person or I go for more infor- vide information as it may be affected. mation? relates to small business. For more than four decades, indus- The potential for system and /or try and businesses have written many You and your small business clients application failures could have far - Government of Canada Year 2000 of their computer programs and da- can get more information on the Year reaching effects. Site tabases with dates represented by 2000 problem and suggestions on http://www.info2000.gc.ca only two digit years (e.g. 98 versus how to start a Year 2000 action plan This could include every piece of Task Force Year 2000 1998). by contacting SOS *2000 at 1 -800- http : hardware and software in your office / /strategis.ic.gc.ca /sos2000 270 -8220. and anything else containing an elec- Canadian Federation of Indepen- As a result, computer systems and For more information on the Year tronic microchip. dent Business application programs the world There are such chips in fax machines, http://www.cfib.ca/research/ over may produce incorrect results answering machines, appliances, se- businfo /din0261.asp - or stop functioning as the calen- curity systems and alarms, gas Business Development Bank of dar year advances, and the date pumps, heating systems, electrical Canada approaches "2000 ", because com- generators, wrist watches the list http: / /www.bdc.ca puters will have no way to differ- - is endless. entiate the year "00" as 1900 or 2000.

The two -digit notation is used ex- Year 2000 tensively in data manipulation, pri- AN OPPORTUNITY TO TALK TO YOUR REPRESENTATIVES marily for subtractions and compari- presented by the son. Tax Relief Plan As a result, computer systems and Aboriginal Tourism Association of BC application programs the world over in coordination with TAX RELIEF HIGHLIGHTS may produce incorrect results or stop functioning as the calendar year ad- Tourism British Columbia Write -off to cover 100% of the vances, and the date approaches Will be hosting a series of workshops across BC cost of hardware and software ac- "2000 ". quired to address Y2K problem. These workshops will be one day in length and will discuss This is because computers will have Claim must represent expendi- no way to differentiate the year "00" "Tourism and the Business tures made to replace Y2K non- as 1900 or 2000. compliant hardware and software. What does this "date" issue of Aboriginal Tourism" Write -off to take form of acceler- potentially effect? ated CCA deduction claimable in year of acquisition. The computers and electronic de- Workshops will be held in the following cities: For eligible computer hardware and software, deduction vices we've come to depend on are Duncan - December 7 will be 85 %. When combined with regu- ,s "programmed" in two ways: in the Port Alberni - December 8 hardware and software. lar CCA claim, deduction will be Many electronic devices or "hard- 100% of total. ware" are embedded with silicon AtBC is pleased to offer these workshops free of charge For eligible application soft computer chips, some of which con- All workshops will be held from 10 am to 3:30 p.m. ware, deduction will be 50 %. tain computer programming relating All are invited to attend. Early registration recommended When combined with regular CCA to the date and year. claim, deduction will be 100% of In addition, total. all computers feature You may register by phone, fax, mail or e -mail to software that runs and manages its Revenue Canada will accept claim Aboriginal Tourism Association BC operating system (e.g. DOS, Win- of supported by letter filed with tax dows 95), and other software to 3082 Ghum -lye Drive return, that identifies acquired carry out specific tasks (user appli- North Vancouver, BC V7H 1B3 property, its description, date of acquisition cation programs such as MS -Word, Ph: (604) 924 -3322 and cost. !MIN MITAIIMmt Only unincorporated firms and Excel, etc.) Fax: (604) 924 -3695 s- Left corporations not subject to the unchecked, the potential for Email: AtBC @bc.sympatico.ca íoía`sñ system and /or application failures Association a.c Awotlatlon of K Large Corporations Tax will be We look forward to seeing you eligible.

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NEDC South NEDC West Coast Tseshaht/Port Alberni, BC - Ittattsoo/Ucluelet, BC Phone: (250) 724 -3131 Phone: (250) 726 -7270 Fax: (250) 724 -9967 Fax: (250) 726 -7275 or 726 -7552 Economic Development Officer: Economic Development Officer Peggy Hartman & Marc Masso Lin Lukash