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By Keith Matthew while the press conference two very crucial points and, Windspeaker Staff Writer was going on. He plans to the most crucial is that he go over McKnight's head will say which Lubicons ENOCH RESERVE, Alberta and "go after the prime can benefit from the settle- minister and hopefully deal ment. O'Reilly claims Chief Bernard Omi- at that level." McKnight is "not treating nayak and his advisors are Ominayak noted McK- the Lubicons the way other outraged at Indian Affairs night's reluctance to let the bands were treated at the Minister Bill McKnight's band decide how many time of entering into treaty. reluctance to grant the Indi- members it has goes against "The second point is that ans a full compensation what was done in the land he said he will not create a package regarding the land deal recently struck in the reserve for the 16 square claim settlement. Northwest Territories. That miles and that was the basis In an Oct. 26 press con- agreement "is based on the of the settlement. Chief ference McKnight said he criteria which enables the Ominayak agreed to take went along with the amount members of those commu- the 16 square miles ... it of land that should be nities to determine who would be created as a awarded the Indians. But their people are." reserve once Ottawa pur- he will not provide the $150 Ominayak did not dis- chased it and that has been million compensation they count the idea of public done in other instances, are asking for, nor will he protest but said that they including the one here at provide funding and ser- would continue first to try the.Morley reserve." vices for the number of and deal with the federal O'Reilly believes the Indians the Lubicons say government now that the federal government is as they have in their band. province had agreed to "vindictive as ever. All "I would have to say it is many of the conditions his they want to do is make It was a long, chill/ night Oct. 28 for Caleb Hughes and Jess Sinclair, two you totally against what the pre- band has requested. sure the Lubicons get noth- bicon supporters who camped out overnight at the legislature grounds mier and I had agreed to Lubicon lawyer James ing and they seem deter- ntown Edmonton. going into discussions we mined every step O'Reilly called McKnight's to take Temperatures dipped below zero but the the two braved the cold along wi had last Saturday," com- action "very negative. Mr. possible and imaginable to eral others to support the Lubicons. Later that same day, after a seven h mented Ominayak, who McKnight has rejected the crush the Lubicons. They was attending an Alberta settlement reached by Chief want to defeat the Lubicon 's eeting between Chief Bernard Ominayak and Premier Don Getty, it w Indian Association All - Ominayak and Premier badly and teach all of the announced that a tentative deal had been struck. -- Photo by Kim McLain. Chiefs meeting in Enoch Getty. He has rejected it on Indians in Canada a lesson." McKnight balks at membership issue

By Susan Enge and Les- Lubicons had "land but no One of the major dis- conference, band lawyer cerned about the member- ley Crossing ham houses" and promised a full putes in the drawn -out land Bob Sachs welcomed the ship question, and whether Windspeaker Staff Writer economic package for the claim was the question of ministers remarks, with the decision to fund only and Correspondent new community. band membership. The reservations. about half of the Lubicon However, McKnight band had claimed they had "It is heartening to see membership list would lead EDMONTON insists a referendum be held 477 members as of July this Mr. McKnight agree to the to division on the future to force band members to year and therefore should basics of this deal. But I am reserve. The Lubicon Lake choose between private receive land on a per capita concerned about the mem- "There is also a question nation is getting a reserve ownership of the land or basis. However, McKnight bership question, particular- of the disenfranchised but may have to battle to taking the land as part of a says the formula of two ly Bill C -31 people, as this Native people who were receive compensation, community owned reserve. square miles per person was has been a bug -a -boo all arbitrarily taken off the recognition of membership "The lands will have to not used and that the "quan- along. membership lists during the and control of their tradi- be surveyed, third party tum of land was agreed to "The decision on who 1940s for no reason. These formulas." tional hunting and trapping interests dealt with and an by other and who is not an Indian people were struck off and lands. order -in- council passed by McKnight made it clear should not be made by the cannot regain their rights that only those members Minister of Indian the Alberta government to of government but the band through C -31 because the transfer the lands the band they feel are "sta- itself. Chief Bernard Affairs, Bill McKnight con- to Cana- act does not allow for that, tus" Indians Ominiyak has always main- firmed in a press conference will receive but they are truly Indian McKnight benefits tained that everyone should on Oct. 26 that he recog- steadfastly under the Indian people," she complained. refused Act be treated the same." nised the agreement the to discuss the issue but "the band could of Native Council of Cana- Ronr. ^nberg says there Lubicons had thrashed out compensation to the share those benefits with nation from whoever da president, Doris Ronnen- are many people in that area with Alberta Premier Don either oil and they wish." gas revenues The Lubicons berg agreed with Sachs but who experienced dis- Getty Oct. 22 for a 2,205 or for services are claim- not received while ing 4,000 expressed enfranchisement including square kilometre reserve, the Lubi- square kms of tra- concern that cons were negotiating ditional lands for McKnight had not agreed to people in the Lubicon and a 41.5 square km parcel a hunting reserve. and the hunting nation. of land still to be deter- trapping. However, and trapping "They've received all McKnight lands being mined. the stated he, as under the juris- Chief Bernard Ominiyak benefits (as if they were minister, could not hold diction of the crown. did not attend McKnight's "I hope there can be a recognized as an Indian lands other than reserve "Many people criticize conference as he was mak- ground- breaking ceremony band) but they've lacked the lands and that the Lubicons the James Bay Cree agree- ing presentations to the at Lubicon Lake this land," he said. "It is a must negotiate the transfer ment. but as I recall, they Indian Association's All spring," said a confident provincial responsibility to of these lands with the were given hunting lands Chiefs conference at the McKnight. provide oil revenues on that province. by the crown." Enoch reserve west of McKnight stated that the land." After McKnight's press Ronnenberg is also con- Edmonton. r---r

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.',,,i91F4g'13'%' ó."ki?6Y%f/1/y /N/q$'9F///rY/N9'14'AY} Not all Lubiconers happy with deal

By Susan Enge major disappointment, says Dissension doesn't rest Windspeaker Staff Writer L'Hirondelle. just among some Metis peo- "We were never consult- ple only. Melvin Laboucan LITTLE BUFFALO, Alta. ed. I don't like the way and his common -law wife Bemard is running things. Doris Noskey, who are both The tension in Little He has his own little clan Treaty Indians, claim his Buffalo is reaching danger- and he plays favourites. family "is the lowest on the ous proportions and some He's a dictator. Maybe if totem pole" and isn't receiv- suspect there may be vio- we had a new chief things ing the same equal local lence. would be different. Old employment opportunities Despite a seemingly Chief Laboucan 'Maska- as families supporting the quiet community atmo- muchas' was good. I liked band. sphere, there is a bitter dis- him." A petition against the pute mounting against Metis trapper Peter road blockade and land Chief Bernard Ominayak Sawan, who is applying for claims negotiations was dis- and the land claim he is his treaty status under Bill tributed by Laboucan. He negotiating. C -3I legislation, feels the says he obtained 55 signa- The battle lines are being same way. He refused to tures from Metis, Non -Sta- drawn between some Little participate in the road tus and Treaty people. The Buffalo Metis, Treaty and blockade and resents deci- document was then sent to Non -Status people and the sions Ominayak is making Premier Getty. Lubicon nation's land claim because he claims the chief "We didn't want the road supporters. Some don't isn't consulting with the blockade because it would want to relocate to a com- community at large. He give us a bad name in town munity at Lubicon Lake. plans to stay put on his two - (Peace River)," says Labou- Others reject the concept of acre plot. can. living on a reserve fearing "Nobody's gonna move Ever since the road the loss of their freedom. me outta here. We were blocks were erected two And another sector want a born and raised here. I'm weeks ago, Laboucan says new leader. gonna stay here as long as I the people of Little Buffalo Suspicious events are live and I'm gonna be buried have been "afraid to go to plaguing the lives of some right here," said Sawan. He town." He says some resi- of these local Native also wishes for a new chief. dents of Peace River have opposers since dissent over He says local job oppor- been confronting the Lubi- the land claims issue began tunities are not being shared con people visiting the town to spread and they were equally amongst village and threatening them. identified as possible trou- members. And, he says the "The Metis people are blemakers. radical approach the chief is getting hit because of all the Rose L'Hirondelle, a 63- is Supporters camp taking in negotiations he out trouble," said. year- old Metis woman says having a negative impact Archie Cardinal, a long her stallion and three cows with prospective employers time Metis trapper from Lit- were mysteriously shot this working in the area. As a tle Buffalo, confirms the ill - year. She suspects it was result, job opportunities feelings from Peace River on legislature steps because she vocally oppos- have seriously dwindled. residents. es Chief Ominayak's inten- "The oil field guys are "We're scared to go to By Keith Matthew have also been stepped on can't they compensate us? tion to include her family in mad at us. We should try to town now. We don't know Windspeaker Staff Writer some way or another. We are the true Canadians." the land claim. She says help one another. We can't if we'll get ganged on. "We, as aboriginal peo- During her address to she isn't moving to a get contracts with these There could be trouble yet, EDMONTON ple, stand 100 per cent the crowd, one of the orga- reserve at Lubicon Lake. guys. Would you hire and it could be whites the behind the Lubicon Lake nizers Asha Jugdat said, Although she's relieved the someone who is fighting trying to get back," said About 200 supporters of issue and we are prepared "...we recognize that their long and drawn out land you ?" asked Sawan angrily. Cardinal. the Lubicon band gathered to go back there and stand (provincial and federal gov- claim dispute is finally set- Sawan is unemployed Until the tension sub- at the steps of the legisla- in line and be recognized. ernments) agenda, as far as tled with the province she and collecting welfare. He sides, Cardinal says he plans ture on Friday, Oct. 21 to They can throw us in jail, Native people in this coun- plans to stay put. Chief hunts and traps to feed and to go back out to his cabin show their solidarity and they got 60 per cent of our try goes is one of assimila- Ominayak's failure to unite clothe his wife and seven where there is peace and rally support for the Lubi- population now across tion and, in the case of the the whole community is a children. quiet. cons who had their block- Canada in jail, but there are Lubicon, eradication." ades ripped down the day still a lot of us willing to go Bill Phipps of the before by the RCMP. if they don't want to deal Friends of the Lubicon, Festive mood sweeps Lubicons Some supporters slept with justice," he said. said, "We want the people overnight on the steps and Agathe Gaulin and a of the Lubicon band to By Susan Enge to but it's a whole lot more productive reserve. And I remained there until Oct. group of about ten French know that there are people Windspeaker Staff Writer than we've been able to get think it will be." 22 when they heard the Canadian Association across Canada who support in the past," said Lubicon Once the news hit the Lubicon chief and Premier members said they support them and will continue to GRIMSHAW, Alta. Chief Bernard Ominayak. community, supporters Getty had reached a land the Lubicons because "we support them until their Ominayak congratulated began to hug and cheer deal agreement. really feel that Franco claim is settled, justly, fair- The Little Buffalo Cree the premier for "taking the jubilantly while plans to Friends of the Lubicon Albertans, in the last couple ly and compassionately. were shocked when they bull by the horns" to work celebrate that evening were organized the rally which of years especially, have "We want to convey to heard their chief secured a out a mutually acceptable being hastily put together. saw church leaders, union been beat upon by the the prime minister and to 95 square mile reserve agreement' which he said However, not enough representatives, university Getty government as far as Mr. McKnight that they've from Premier Getty in talks "took a lot of courage." drums could be found to students, Native leaders our rights are concerned. got to come out from under host round that took place in a tiny There are no producing a dance at such and the general public We support other groups the rocks and they've got to hotel room in Grimshaw wells on the proposed short notice. Instead, show their support for the who also are being come out from behind the last Oct. 22. Native leaders from Saturday, Lubicon reserve. "We don't across Lubicons. Speeches were deprived of their rights." trees and deal with the After seven hours of the province and country, delivered and round dances Carmel Morin, a student issue of Native rights in know if there's anything Quaker representatives, talks, Premier Getty told under those lands," performed to the beat of a at Athabasca University, this country. said Lubicon community elders drum. reporters that the provincial Ominayak. "We want lands says she was at the rally "to "We are here because we and residents, and other Former president of the government would immedi- around the lake itself," he support the Lubicon Indi- are supporting the Lubicon supporters gathered for a Metis Association ately transfer 79 square added. of Alber- ans because I think it is people but also because we miles of land to the Cree round of speeches, prayers ta, Sam Sinclair, said, "It very important that the are supporting Indian peo- Premier band for their reserve and Getty said he is and feast. makes me feel good inside Indians unite. There are lots ple from Labrador to unaware of the area's sub- A was sell an additional 16 sq. bonfire lit out- that we have a lot of people of us from across Canada British Columbia as they surface potential. "I hope miles of land to the federal side just as snow began to in Alberta and across Cana- who are fighting for their try to assert their rightful after the band gets government for the band. this land fall lightly on the commu- da supporting this stand land and my reserve claims in this country. This that they discover an oil nity. The celebration con- that is so important to all of "It's (Enoch) is fighting for land. is an election issue and the not everything well. I said I set out to help into - tinued the early mom us - not only aboriginal They can compensate the federal government has to we've been looking forward the band establish a lovely, ing hours. people but to others who Japanese Canadians so why deal with it," he concluded.

A1116, October 28, 1988, WINDSPEAKER, Page 3 CLOSE TO HOME MPS .. PIPPM AraMalbregeranataneatelMaltMageMEMilagerffieteaseireezeirmemezemszta2 11,275 acres of land Fort Chip Cree to get final land transfer

By Keith Matthew In a telephone inter- The breakdown of the land Fort Chipewyan area and sory board dealing with first then go into develop- Windspeaker Staff Writer view, newly elected chief transfer will see 4,598 at the existing Peace Point wildlife management with- ment if we could. But the of the band Matthew Lep- acres for rural residential community within Wood in about 4,700 square big thing now is to do the FORT CHIPEWYAN ine,said the announcement development, 3,729 acres Buffalo National Park. miles of Wood Buffalo study," said Chief Lepine. of the agreement is just a for agricultural develop- National "It was just a matter of Park and a cash The agreement was rati- An announcement by formality. "It is nothing ment, and 924 acres for settlement fied last them taking that long to do of $26.6 million year under former the government of Alberta new. It's just been final- recreational purposes and dollars. it. It finalizes the agree- chief Rita Marten which was made on Oct. 20 to ized now...it is just trans- fly -in fishing operations. had gone to referendum ment and land entitlement. Lepine says agree- to finalize the transfer of ferring land from one gov- In addition, 2,024 acres the the band members It is nothing new to the ment gives the band a in April 11,275 acres of land to the emment to the other." was transferred by Alberta 1986 and was passed by 94 original agreement and chance to develop more federal government to ful- to the federal government per cent the now it is completed we can of eligible vot- fill Alberta's obligations in The transfer of the for a granite quarry opera- economic development ers. start to develop," said for his mem- the settlement of the 1986 provincial crown land tion. The federal govern- projects band This Chief Lepine. bers. settlement con- Treaty 8 land claim by the includes mines and miner- ment will also provide cluded the largest out- Fort Chipewyan Cree als for six new reserve land for two more reserve The band also receives "As far as develop- standing treaty land enti- band. sites near Fort Chipewyan. sites at Dog Head in the a position on a joint advi- ments, we will do a study tlement claim in Canada.

WINOSPEAKER FILE PHOTO NCC to meet Louis letter angers chiefs at Peerless By Keith Matthew meeting on Oct. 26. The current Treaty 7 vice- presi- By Lesley Crossingham Windspeaker Staff Writer association's executive Windspeaker Correspondent dent Greg Smith was "out- member and Alberta's inter- raged" that Louis had sent ENOCH im vice -chief to the Assem- the letter. "I think it could EDMONTON, Atta. bly of First Nations have been done a lot differ- Indian Association of Lawrence Courtoreille said ently. What we do to The Native Council of Alberta President Roy Louis' he didn't believe Louis' resolve this issue will be Canada (Alberta) will hold apparent non -support of the actions were serious enough done from within the chiefs its annual general assembly Lubicon land claim, and his to warrant his removal as of Alberta and the IAA." next month in Peerless political connections, have president. Regarding Louis' connec- Lake, 300 km north of upset some Alberta chiefs. He did point out, though, tions with the Progressive Edmonton. Louis wrote a letter to that Louis' letter had been Conservative Aboriginal President Doris Alberta Premier Don Getty sent without consulting any Caucus, Smith explained "it Ronnenberg who will be and Prime Minister Brian other chiefs. "I think if we has always bothered us as seeking a third term of Mulroney on OcL 19, asking had went into an inquiry (as Indian people in this office, announced the that a study, up to three Louis' letter suggested) the province. It's fine if you are assembly would take place months' in duration be car- Lubicons could be without a independently associated or Nov. 18 and 19 in the ried out regarding the Lubi- claim today," he added. affiliated with a party, but Peerless Lake school. con dispute. The letter pro- Louis' letter caught the when you get involved in "We have a varied posed a committee consist- chiefs who were at the Lubi- politics in terms of provin- agenda," she said in an ing of himself, Lubicon con blockade, which began cial organizations it is very interview in Edmonton this Chief Bernard Ominayak, on Oct. 15, by surprise. "I disturbing to see Indian peo- week. "We will be Mulroney and Getty be think he (Louis) was trying ple alligned with parties." particularly addressing land formed to "bring to light the to involve himself in the sit- However, Smith claims and Bill 29 the facts of the Lubicon land uation and he was unaware explained the association's caveat that reversed the claim." of where Bernard was com- bylaws do not prohibit land claims of the Lubicon Louis was also a mem- ing from and where his peo- members from being affiliat- Lake band and other nearby ber, until Aug. 16, of the ple were coming from ... it's ed with other political orga- bands back in 1979." National Progressive Con- something that won't happen nizations. "But Indian Elections for some servative Aboriginal Caucus again," said Courtoreille. issues deal with the govern- executive and board which channelled informa- Louis claims, by writing ment and any government in Native positions will take place. tion about issues and the letter, he was trying to power has been a problem ... The Native Council of views to the federal Tories, help with negotiations and to so why associate yourself Canada (Alberta) is according to a recent "expedite the whole process with one party ?" affiliated with the national Edmonton Journal report. ... I think there was an But Louis believes that Dissatisfaction Native Council of Canada regarding impasse and all I wanted to being a part of any political and represents non -Status Louis' actions was discussed do was get the talks going party is his right and "every in in- and new- Status Indian Trying to help negotiations: IAA prez Roy Louis an camera session at again." chief in this province could people. the association's all- chiefs Former president and be a member of any party .."

Native funding unfair, say Metis leaders e By Lesley Crossingham the jurisdiction of the statistics. lived in the Northwest Ter- it is just an impossible were controlled by Treaty Windspeaker Correspondent Department of Regional "I am not sure (of the ritories, says he doesn't situation. We have to do Indian organizations or Industrial Expansion. exact figures) but a lot of feel the NEDP favors something to make it individuals. EDMONTON, Alta. "The Treatys (Indians) Treaty (Indian) proposals Treaty Indians. work." However, neither get 90 per cent (of funding) get approval," he said in an "I am Metis and a Desmeules cites Desmeules nor Rivard have Canada's Metis people while we only get 10 per interview from his businessman," he said in an examples of his any solutions to the are not getting a fair shake cent from the NEDP," said Saskatchewan office. interview from his association's difficulty problem saying it is still too from the Native Economic Alberta president, Larry Rivard feels the reason Edmonton home. "And a working with the early to speculate on Development Program Desmeules in an interview Treaty Indians are more Metis organization called government funded decisions of both their funding set up to assist from his Edmonton office successful in their bid to the Metis Development program because of red organization and the budding Native this week. receive funding is because Corporation just received a tape and bureaucracy. government. entrepreneurs say national "We are not objecting to of other assistance $5 million loan from NEDP "People hear we were "Yvon Dumont is our Metis leaders. them (Treaty Indians) programs which help write for Metis people," he said. given funds and it raises spokesman and he will be In a recent Metis getting funding but there business proposals. But Desmeules points their expectations, but they meeting with the National Council (MNC) are a lot of discrepancies," "We don't have a out that although some don't realize the government to discuss meeting in Edmonton, he added. department of Metis Metis people are successful government continues to Metis this," said Desmeules leaders elected Desmeules says he was affairs...all we have is in their business proposals, add rules and conditions to Bob Ward, NEDP Manitoba president, Yvon given these figures directly Secretary of State and even there is no infrastructure to that agreement. It's director based in Dumont as national Ottawa, the from the program but MNC receives meagre assist in preparing business impossible," he said. National Metis spokesman, representative with a NEDP board member and funding from them," documents. In a recent press release mandate he Yvon Dumont and NEDP to address Metis National Council complained. "It's their (NEDP) listing the names of Alberta board member problems within the executive director, Ron However, one Alberta responsibility to ensure we companies receiving Pearl government funded Calahasen were all Rivard says he cannot NEDP board member, Leon have this infrastructure," he government assistance, six unavailable for comment at program which falls under confirm Desmeules' Hardy, who until recently said. "As things stand now, of the eight companies press time.

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by the Windspeaker is published A Plea to the Gods To be what they once were, Aboriginal Multi -Media Society of Alberta (AMMSA) each Friday Let them see the light... to provide information primarily to Native people of northern Reader writes Oh Great Spirit Before they are gone, gone... Alberta. Windspeaker was established in 1983 and is Save our people from eternal hell, politically independent Let them see the wrong Oh Great Spirit Head Office 15001 - 112 Avenue And make it right again... You are their only hope, Edmonton, Alberta poem of hope T5M 2V6 Before ifs too late... They need you more than ever, Guide them back to your embrace, (403) 455 -2700 Dear Editor: there's still hope for us and to recover in time before we sink Oh Great Spirit And see your people live again, FAX: (403) 452-1428 I am submitting a very moving totally into the abyss of hell. Lead your people back to innocence, poem concerning the tragedies of I sincerely wish to share this Bert Crowfoot our Native people. It was poem with you and all your Let them be ignorant of fire- water, And let them see General Manager composed on Aug. 31, 1988. readers. I would appreciate it if Dianne Moill Let them smoke only the pipe of For what they were meant to be Managing Editor As most people know our you would print it in Keith Matthew people are in serious trouble due Windspeaker. peace, Proud, innocent, free- spirited News Editor to the stereotyping of others. We Susan Eng. Before they become nothing... And alive with dignity, Reponer tend to believe this, thus never I am an avid reader of your Klm McLain seeming to recover ourselves and newspaper and enjoy it. And no shame. Production Editor we sink deeper into the abyss Margaret Desiartais of Oh Great Spirit Production Assistant hell. Sincerely yours, Redcrow Joe I am offering this poem in Grant your people the freedom Written by Sharon V Auger Cree Syllabic Translator Sharon V. Auger hopes that our people will realize Gift Lake AMMSA BOARD Fred Didzena President Noel McNaughton Vice-president Magazine misleading on Thunder's run Chester Cunningham Treasurer Dear Editor. According to Hugh Dempsey, Sept. 29, 1988. Soosay, the last connection with the Big Bear June Fleming who is the director of Glenbow surviving great granddaughter of family, and my character. Secretary There have been several Museum, the picture is that of a Chief Big Bear who lives in However, it is understandable Leona Shandruk articles published in the Sioux Indian with Big Bear's band the adoption anyone is capable Rosemary Wittier Montana denied of saying Windspeaker and one in the name on it. of Thunder. However, she does anything when they are backed up SUBMISSIONS Alberta Report which are Secondly, Jim Thunder stated recall hearing Thunder talking against a wall, especially when misleading and questionable he was adopted by Big he Big The editor encourages readers Chief about a dream had of Chief they are collecting funds for to submit news articles, regarding Jim Thunder's run to Bear's great granddaughter in a Bear while he was in jail. charity and seeking personal photographs, features and New York. traditional ceremony in 1985 Finally, Russel White, who is publicity. community news. Submissions First, the picture used in the which is contradictory to a soliciting funds for the run, has should be typed and double Alberta Report dated August 19, statement made in the Calgary been making some comments to spaced whenever possible. George Chatsis 1988 is not that of Chief Big Bear. Herald by Monica on Editorial copy must be received Soosay the media regarding my Calgary by 5 p.m. Tuesday in order to be printed in the next issue. LETTERS TO Arizona prisoner looking for his sister THE EDITOR Dear Editor: in between institutional moves - has no way of knowing or finding Meegwetch, my brothers and Windspeaker welcomes letters she changed apartments - neither out mine. sisters at Windspeaker. Also, to the editor. Letters snould be Ahneen. My name is Don of us has a way of finding out the Please print: Veda Stow - I please print some more origin brief and include the name, Stow and I have a subscription. other's address. articles. address and telephone number miss you and would like to hear of the writer. We will not print Also, I'd like to know if you She is important to me. Please from you - unsigned letters unless there is a people would help me out. print this if possible. I've tried all please write! Here's my new Respectfully, good reason for withholding I'm locked up here in Arizona. other means of finding out her address: P.O.- Box 611480, Don Stow your name and even then the I've lost contact with my sister as new address to no avail and she Florence, Arizona, U.S.A. 85232. Arizona editor must know the identity of the writer. Windspeaker reserves the right to edit letters for length, taste and libel. AS I SEE IT... COPYRIGHT MR= Advertisements designed, set and produced by Windspeaker as well as pictures, news, cartoons, editorial content and other printed material are the property McKnight of Windspeaker Lubicon and scuttlebutts deal may not be used without the expressed permission of Windspeaker. One week ago there was jubilation over as band members and status Indians. He SUBSCRIPTIONS the Lubicon land claim as the Indians and said in a CBC interview that there are the agreed to an land to Canada $20 Foreign $30 -Send province amount of about 450,000 status Indians in Canada, cheque or money order payable be allotted for the band's reserve. That's and if the bands were to name whoever to Windspeaker and be sure to been replaced by anger and the old they wanted as members, include your name, address and band more than postal code. Please notify us by frustration as this week Indian Affairs three times that number would be eligible telephone it or in writing you Minister Bill McKnight placed a fly in the for individual benefits. He says his budget have a change of address. ointment. couldn't handle it. ADVERTISING He agrees to the land allotment but will It's a lousy excuse. In light of what not give full band membership rights to all the band has gone through in the last 48 Advertising Salespeople: who the Lubicon band claim have Indian years, this one exception to the rule should Mel Wier status. In his estimate there are about 200 be made. The Lubicon's band should Ron Louis list Joan Kapuscinaki status Indians in Little Buffalo, while be accepted. It's the least the government Advertising copy must be Ominayak maintains there are 478. McKnight says he has can do. Instead, McKnight will likely go back to basing received no later than Friday no intentions of scuttlebutting negotiations made noon to guarantee publication in earlier any decisions on what is contained in the genealogy study the next issue. To advertise call between the band and the provincial government, but he is that was done on the band. And, as the Lubicons fear, 455.2700 today. doing just that. And he is ripping the community apart. negotiations will be tied up for years as the government MEMBERSHIPS When the government builds houses for only half of the ponders over the family trees of band members. members of the Lubicon Lake Band, where the other Native American Press will One wonders if McKnight has ever visited Little Buffalo Association (NAPA) half live? When it puts only enough sewer and water lines to see for himself what the living conditions are like. One National Aboriginal Communica- in to serve about 200 people, what will the rest of the wonders if he even cares. As Chief Bernard Ominayak has tions Society (NACS) people have for utilities? said, McKnight is the most useless Indian Affairs minister SECOND CLASS MAIL REGISTRATION McKnight does not want to set a precedent which would there has ever been. NO. 2177 open the doors for other bands to name whoever they want By Dianne Meili October 28, 1988, WINDSPEAKER, Page 5 LOOKING BACK . i:' % ri/ rs i ///// 2 /<,4 Callihou Native past was a true displayed pioneer at archives The late Mrs. Veronique The Indian and Metis peo- various geographical areas of Callihou, formerly Gladyn, ple of Alberta have a rich and the province. was born in 1856 at Lac St. varied history. The display is divided into Anne, Alberta. At the time, And while their culture three sections. The mid -19th the hamlet was a well - has been transmitted from century exploration includes known Metis community generation to generation by the accounts of John Palliser, where most of the area resi- oral tradition, there is also a explorer; Peter Erasmus, dents lived partly from great deal of published mate- guide; and Paul Kane, artist. fishing. rial available. Most of the A section on fur traders and Veronique's first hus- earliest material is recorded missionaries explores the band was Francis Hambler. by explorers, fur traders, mis- documents of David Thomp- After he passed away, she sionaries and early travellers son, fur trader; Daniel married Adam Callihou. through western Canada. Williams Harmon, fur trader, The Callihou's farmed Books and photographs of and Father Lacombe, mis- near Flying Shot Lake, nine prominent individuals sionary. Early 20th century southwest of Grande who explored, travelled or study comprises the accounts Prairie. The tiny hamlet worked in Alberta will be of Agnes Deans Cameron, closest to them was featured from the collections journalist; James William Hazelmere which, at the of the Historical Resources Tyrrell, engineer; and Robert time this photo was taken Library of the Provincial H. Lowie, anthropologist. 1955, in only consisted of Archives of Alberta. The display can be viewed four buildings, one being Complementing the Fort at the Provincial Archives of the local post office. Chipewyan Bicentennial Alberta, 12845 - 102 Ave. in The settlement is now a Exhibit now on display at the Edmonton, until Dec. 4. The ghost town. According to Provincial Museum of Alber- archives is open daily from 9 "The Gazetteer" records of ta in Edmonton, the focus of a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except 1966, the was population the small three table -case dis- Wednesdays when it closes at then nil. Situated about 40 play is the actual observa- 9 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 miles southwest of Grande tions and writings, such as p.m. Prairie, the nearest contem- journal or travel accounts, The adjoining Provincial porary community today is that individuals made regard- Museum of Alberta's Fort Elmworth. ing the Native peoples of Chipewyan exhibit is show- Veronique Callihou was Alberta. ing until March 26. The one of those true pioneers The Provincial Archives museum is open Tuesday to during the early settlement display includes individuals Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. period in the west and like who represent different rea- and Wednesdays until 8 p.m. so many of the older and sons for early travel in Alber- Both facilities are on bus experienced women of her ta, and who concentrated on routes #1 and #2. day, served as a midwife to many expectant mothers. She was also a nurse for the first settlers in the area. Born in 1856: Veronique Callihou Northern Alberta Development Council now accepting Native Council of Canada (Alberta) nominations

Nominations are now being accepted to Notice of 4th Annual Meeting replace the retiring members of the 10- member Northern Alberta Development November 18 & 19, 1988 Council, which includes eight citizens from the general public and two elected MLAs. TAKE NOTICE that the 4th Annual General The Council meets regularly to advise the government on matters relating to the Meeting of the Native Council of Canada development of northern Alberta. (Alberta) will be held November 18 & 19, 1988 Nominations will be accepted from citizens' at groups and organizations and will be for the Peerless terms of one, two or three years, beginning Lake school, Peerless Lake, Alberta; April 1, 1989. All nominations must have the concurrence of the nominee and should AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a the 4th include a résumé noting the nominee's community involvement, interests and Annual General Meeting the current audit of the commitment to northern Alberta. Qualifica- tions which would merit the nominee's society will be read, and an election of appointment to the Council should also be included. Officers /Directors held. Send nominations to: Chairman, Northern Alberta Development Council Doris Ronnenberg, President Bag 900 -14, Peace River, Alberta TOH 2X0

Native Council of Canada (Alberta) Deadline for nominations: December 1, 1988. 9012 -112 Ave. Edmonton, Alberta Great Spirit TSB OH1 giee ,.s drectirn. Serre our land Telephone: (403) 429 -6003 and Alberta children. Fax: (403) 425 -1346 NORTHERN ALBERTA DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Page 6, WINDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988 GRASSROOTS i,Wi.Y/c .i//J1lYbu`íli/í'LaY`%i//..i%/..9i%.%i`//,CG,/:.'i//í%lis%/%GHï ït% GEORGE LAFLEUR. Sp"tls b Wndp*.t Kikino Metis host triathlon By George Lafleur Alex Butler of Edmonton, three km long. Windspeaker Correspondent who also cooked the pan- There were a few pad- cake breakfast that kicked dling upsets and not all KIKINO off the day's events. were accidental. Leo (Log- Out of a 953 population, ger) Ladouceur asked his Kikino reached back into 425 people came out for the canoeing partner Randy history and took a page out pancake breakfast and 500 Pruden, "Are you hot ?" of the horse and buggy days for the super, which was Half a second after Randy in staging the Metis more than anyone expected. said "yes" they were float- Triathlon at the first annual There were races for the ing and cooling off. Buffalo Barbecue and Pic- toddlers and kids up to 12, Another popular event nic Day held Aug. 28 at this the junior triathlon and was the Metis King and Metis settlement. Metis King and Queen con- Queen contest with such The Metis Triathlon tests for youngsters up to events as log sawing, log highlighted the modes of the age of 16. As well, the throwing, fire making, tea travel - by canoe, horse- Metis Triathlon and Metis making, moose calling, nail back and foot when trap- King and Queen contests pounding and the Red River ping, hunting and fishing for the adults, and horse- jig for the men and nail were the way of life for the shoe pitching were held. pounding, fire making, ban- Metis. The most popular event nock making, tea making The triathlon was one of of the day was the Metis and the Red River jig for the events deeply rooted in Triathlon where 14 men's, the ladies. Metis culture and tradition, eight ladies, three junior The ultimate compliment with a little bit of the family men's and one junior ladies of the day was paid by picnic theme thrown in for teams competed. speed, Dorothy Daniels, daughter good measure at the one endurance and stamina of the late president of the day internal celebration. were the prime requisites Metis Association of Alber- From toddlers to teens, for success in this race ta, Stan Daniels. She adults to seniors, organizers where two paddlers took the announced, "Whoever of the family -cultural cele- first leg of the race by thought of this (Metis bration attempted to have canoeing across Lone Pine Triathlon) is a true Metis." something for everyone to Lake. The second leg History will show that participate in. required the horseback rider Aug. 28 is one day when Two yearling buffalo to saddle his horse and race Kikino really had it together were slaughtered for the about three km to the spot as a community that was feast and were roasted in a where the runner took over. proud to show off the Metis A for the Metis King pageant huge trailer oven by chef The run was also about culture and traditions. Log throwing: contestant BUSINESS DIRECTORY ,..c 0,WË faxtr ' ;m Q. Balding or thinning hair? Second Chance Hill Shopping Centre Shampoo Conditioner plus booster. Dr. Joseph J. Starko Mon. - Sat. Q. Scars, stretch marks, wrinkles? Wrinkle repair. - Q. loose skin and Firm 9 a.m. 11 p.m. Sagging bags? Up Cellulite O P T O M E T R I S T Sun. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Skinny Dip and Slenderizing Cream. Q. Wrinkles? Not Retin "A" but Retnoid "A" and much For Appointment phone 422 -1248 much more. HINTON HILL IGA 805 Empire Building Box 848, HINTON, Alberta TOE 1 BO The Answer: The Helsinki Method 10080 Jasper Avenue a 865 -3061 FCalorl m:;IntD Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1V6 Mary 437 -6383 Through "Images" Master Coffee 104 Ltd. PHILIP LOKKEN Barrister and Solicitor CLEANERS & COIN LAUNDRY OFFICE OR PLANT Practice of Law" Products of Your Choice for that Coverall Service Alternations Good Old Fashioned Service $ 849 -5540 4820 -3rd Ave. 14304 - 128 Ave. #202 - 207 Main St. N. A.C. (AI) Park $723-6242 Edson, Alberta EDMONTON, Alberta Slave Lake, AlbertaTOG 2A0 (403) 454 -4044 T5L 3H5

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`Qf Fr:Y'.:'.,'.;N:: JACKIE REO CROW, Special to Wlidepsa Languages kept alive, cultural groups credited By Jackie Red Crow that it is their culture, Nations, said the "meager Wndspeaker Correspondent their way of transmitting funding" of cultural centres that culture when it is is not enough for language LETHBRIDGE told to them in English," he retention and culture. said a the opening assem- "It was not our choice Native languages are bly of the four -day confer- not to speak our languages. doomed to extinction if ence. The government made con- parents don't speak it on a But he credits cultural certed efforts to discourage daily basis to their children, centres as "the driving speaking our Native lan- says an Indian Affairs offi- force behind the issue of guages," he said in an inter- cial. language retention and its view after Aubin's talk. Claude Aubin, director promotion." Indian Affairs "They (Indian Affairs) are of the Cultural -Educational funds 70 centres across obligated to spend money to centres, also told delegates Canada with a budget of help our language and cul- at the national Indian direc- over $7 million. ture." tors conference Sept. 26, He suggests a language He said he finds it "iron- that money is not the only bill, similar to Bill 101, in ic that the government pools solution to save Native cul- Quebec, "should be passed millions of dollars into mul- ture and languages. by every First Nation corn - ticulturalism when very lit- "If people do not feel a munity. These bills could tle is spent on cultural pro- meaning to their culture, to become a base of every grams." their language, on a day -to- First Nation cultural activi- Peigan Chief Peter Yel- day basis, all the money ty, from which cultural cen- low Horn also credited cul- will not bring back their tres could draw their man- tural centres for their language and culture." date." attempts to educate young Aubin contends English He said Quebec people Natives about their lan- is often the only language "succeeded in reaching guage, history and lifestyles. spoken by many Natives their goal for the respect of He said Native self-gov- and its 'seen' all over their culture, their language emment philosophy is based Lethbridge Lodg Native communities "in and asserted it into their on the historical, cultural band offices, band stores, daily activities. The same and spiritual aspect of their barber shops, auto wreck- process has to be applied to existence. ers, craft shops, bingo halls first Nations in Canada for Yellow Horn said and cultural centres. survival. Natives must have pride in "How can we on one However, Lawrence their heritage even if they hand tell our children they Courtoreille, vice -chief of are not working with their have to learn their language the Assembly of First own people. National Indian directors conference: Speaker Peter Yellowhorn, Peigan chief

Indigenous Peoples Education: Tradition and Change A National Workshop Focusing on Post - Secondary Education November 17 -19, 1988 Lister Hall, University of Alberta Hosted by the School of Native Studies and the Aboriginal Students Council

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Professor Verna Kirkness, Director, First Nations Housing of Learning, University of British Columbia; Professor Joe Couture, Athabasca University; Mrs. Adele Arcand, Executive Director, Alexander School; Mr. Blair Stonechild, President, Canadian Indian /Native Studies Association, Indian Studies Department, Saskatchewan Indian Federated College Please send a separate registration form for each participant. Photocopies are acceptable. Complete SPECIAL INTEREST: Literary Readings by T. King (University of Lethbridge) and M. Dumont registration fcrm and mail a cheque payable to the (University of Alberta); Art Show and Sale with Jane Ash Poitras and other Alberta artists; Round University of Alberta: School of Native Studies, University of Alberta Dance at Poundmaker's Lodge, Nov. 19, 10 p.m. - 4 a.m. 11023 - 90 Ave., Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2Z6 PANEL TOPICS: Aboriginal Initiatives: Environment and Socioeconomic Development; Education for - és Health and Social Services; Educational Programs for Reserve -Based Economic Development; REGISTRATION FORM Implications of the Post -Secondary Education Student Assistant Program (formerly E -12); Indian Deadline Nov. 1, 1988 Treaty Rights: Increasing Awareness; Indigenous Knowledge Systems; Interfacing Regional Native Registration Fees (includes all workshops) Programs with Universities; Local Policy Development: School Boards and Administrative Concerns; 0 $40 regular 0 $20 panel members 0 $10 students Management Issues in Native Communities and Organizations; National Indian Education Forum; Native Languages: Maintenance and Survival; Professional and University Graduates: Educational Organization Opportunities for Natives; Relational Concerns: Native and Non -Native People; The Role of Elders in Surname the Developmental Process; Universities and Indian Government: Whose Values/Whose Structures ?; First Name Why Management Training for Natives? Street Address City Prov. PANELIST REPRESENTING: Ben Calfrobe School; Education Policy Consultant Inc., Vancouver; Postal Code Lakehead University; Little Red River Band; Mother Earth Healing Society; Nechi Institute, Edmonton; Residence Phone Nuxalt Education Authority, B.C.; Plains Indian Cultural Survival School; Research Centre of Manitoba; Business Phone Saskatchewan Indian Cultural Centre; Yellowhead Tribal Council; Carlton University; Assembly of First Nations; Saskatchewan Indian Federated Indicate University or College if Student College; Trent University; University of Alberta; University of Calgary; University of Lethbridge; University of New Brunswick; University of Saskatchewan; - - Wahbnode Institute, Cambrian College; Western Management Consultants; Maskwachees College; Poundmaker's Lodge October 28, 1988, WINDSPEAKER, Page 9 LEARNING

mrrWsWit;:, S.»...N4W44,ss` ' 'w.sww Bloods save Program trains Natives for jail jobs A new education pro- Native students this unique will be continued into the rections Canada will hire rez school gram for Saskatchewan stu- education and employment future in terms of offering many of the program's dents has been designed to opportunity. continuous education graduates. Fred Kol- increase the number of The new education opportunities to bert, director of College doomed to Native people within Cor- opportunity is a Native Saskatchewan Native peo- Training for Corrections rections Canada, while, at Human Justice program in ple. The program is Canada, located in Prince the same time reducing Prince Albert, designed to give students a Albert, noted, "The Native Native incarceration and Saskatchewan. The pro- wide exposure to the field Human Justice program in demolition only breaking the cycle of crimi- gram, operating since Octo- of human justice /correc- Prince Albert is the By Jackie Red Crow St. Paul's declared as a his- nals' habitual repetition of ber 1987, is accredited by tions including counselling, one of its kind in Canada. Windspeaker Correspondent toric site and possibly as a crime. the University of Regina. It parole, administration, poli- It's designed for Native tourist attraction in the The Gabriel Dumont currently has 30 students cy development, research people and provides the BLOOD RESERVE future. Institute of Native Studies and expanded to 60 in and security. Corrections students with a university An application has been and Applied Research in September 1988, thanks to Canada provided input into level introductions to the A group recently sent to the department Saskatchewan, the Donner a $225,000 grant provided aspects of the program's field of corrections." formed to preserve the his- responsible for historic Canadian Foundation and by the Donner Foundation. content and will be arrang- The foundation toric St. Paul's building had preservation of the Alberta Correctional Services of The Donner grant is intend- ing practicum placements approved this grant within on luck and timing their government in Edmonton. Canada (Prairie Region), ed to ensure that the Native for students. There is an its program area of Law side says its chairperson. Next on their agenda, the have joined forces to offer Human Justice program excellent chance that Cor- Reform and Corrections. Ruby Eagle Child said committee plans to raise the committee was formed money to preserve the when the Blood chief and building. They have council decided to demol- already received some help Husky announces latest educational awards ish the 64 -year-old build- because the Amazing Spirit Husky Oil is pleased to SAIT. Laurie Thompson, a science (geophysics major) For further information ing in May. The building Productions group had announce this year's Native first year student, is regis- at the University of Saska- and application forms con- has been vacant since St. upgraded parts of the Award Win- Wesley Educational tered in the General Studies toon. Smith, a sec- tact: Husky Oil, Human Paul's Treatment Centre on building. (computer science ond year student, is regis- ners: Harvey Behn, a sec- program Resource Department, P.O. Alcohol and Drug Abuse There are about 25 University tered in the bachelor of ond year student, is regis- major) at the of Box 6525, Station D, Cal- moved into their new members in the Save St. Calgary. Jason LaFontain, a commerce program at the premises over two years Paul's committee who meet tered in the Petroleum second year student, is reg- University of British gary, Alberta T2P 3G7, ago. Before then, it was on Monday evenings. Technology program at istered in the bachelor of Columbia. telephone (403) 298 -6665. used for over 60 years as the Anglican boarding school on the reserve before closing its doors in 1972. But the most significant turning point was when the You are invited to Amazing Spirit Produc- tions group approached Blood council to use the visit our display booth old boarding school in their movie Where the Spirit at the Lives just days after coun- The cil had passed a resolution to tear down the building. place "Conference on Native Education" "I'm really happy that to stay things worked out," said Nov. 1-3, 1988 Eagle Child adding that when in council had overturned their previous decision and Calgary. Edmonton Convention Centre instead imposed on a one year moratorium on tearing Watch for announcements of our down the building. January 1989 Pre -Employment Programs "I really believe in his- torical sites and buildings Ample Free in the Windspeaket Comfortable Rooms must be preserved for our Parking "They Friendly Service ALBERTA VOCATIONAL CENTRE people," she said. Reasonable Rates Live 417 /LAC LA BICHE. ALBERTA (historical sites) document Coffee Shop BOX Entertainment TOA 2C0 /TELEPHONE (403) 623 -5583 the happenings, events, and Room Dining Nightly! history of the Blood tribe. 20 YEARS is Now the committee With offices in: working towards getting Athabasca Box 1271 St. Paul Box 2920 Athabasca, Alberta TOG OBO St. Paul, Alberta TOA 3A0 BOOK NOW! Telephone (403) 675 -3130 Telephone (403) 645 -6214 AVC LAC LA BICHE 9030 MACLEODTRAIL /253.1101 Operating under the jurisdiction of the Minister of Advanced Education

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Round Dance, Nov. 19, 8 p.m. - 4 a.m., LOUIS 1.173. Poundmaker's Lodge. We've Moved N Windup for National NEW LOCATION Addiction's Week. 5012 A - 48 St. 2nd National Child Care Conference Lunch will be served. Eastgate Shopping Village Drummers paid. 48 St. & 50 Ave., Wetaskiwin, AB "Well Being Of The Metis Child, Charismatic Healing Open 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon. - Sat. Mass, Monday, Oct. Phone: 352 -0851 Family And Community" 31, 1988, Native Visit our new location Pastoral Centre, SOON! Hosted by the 2nd National Committee of the Edmonton. For further Great Christmas Gift Ideas! Metis National Council information call 424- Formerly at 4916 - 50 St. 1431 or 428 -0846. Nov 16 -19, 1988

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." RIME PRE1lENTfON 1tUE ...... E ...... How to keep your money from 'con artists'

You've heard about "con sibility, you will be sum in cash, so that the shopping and business artists" - unscrupulous required to withdraw and serial numbers may be organizations, "special mail people out to swindle oth- turn over cash from your checked, and this is to be offers" may look rather ers by some clever scheme own account. When this done in absolute. secrecy. tempting. or deception. You've heard has been donc, you will be When you have handed the Fake Contests - You are about them, but probably given the name and address money to the examiner, he told that you are a contest feel it is someone else's of the person who is hold- gives you a receipt, and is winner, but to claim your concern - you could never ing the money. That per- on his way, presumably to prize, there are require- be taken in by these ridicu- son, or his address, will be trap the dishonest employ- ments which you must ful- lous attempts to part people non -existent and your new ee. That is the last you will fill. It usually transpires from their hard -earned friends long gone with see of him, or your money. that the only contest money. your money. Lesson: Never turn over involved is between you The Pigeon Drop - this Lesson: Never turn over money to a stranger. (No and the con artist, as to has many variations. Usual- a large sum of money to a bank would ever sanction which one of you will end ly worked by two stranger, even though, sup- such an investigation.) up with YOUR money. swindlers, the victims are posedly, for only a few Mail Frauds: The mail is Chain Referral - An arti- often older people. You are minutes. a favorite medium for the cle will be offered for sale, led to believe that a large The Bank Examiner -A con artist. The possibility but it will be free to you as sum of money has been phoney investigator tele- of detection is less than in commission on selling found, and it appears it was phones you or comes to the case of a fraud involv- additional articles of the lost by someone who had your home with official ing direct contact with the same type to your friends. gained it illegally. The sug- looking bank papers. He victim. Many are taken in These articles are over- gestion is that the money tells you that the bank is by their devious and imagi- priced and almost impossi- be split three ways, to be checking on a dishonest native schemes. Particular- ble to sell, and you will be collected at a specified employee, and explains ly in small towns and coun- required to pay in full for address. To show good that you can help. He asks try points, where we do not the article you contracted faith and financial respon- you to withdraw a large have the same access to to purchase.

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How to safeguard against crime at home

By Everett Lambert includes both things to do Doors are a main Key -in- the -knob locks pin can then be placed in and watered. Windspeaker Correspondent and things not to do. concern to burglars. Hollow are easily unlocked with the hole. This can also be Closed blinds or drawn Certain indicators tell a core or glass doors are an credit card -like objects and done with windows which drapes give an unoccupied October 23 marks the burglar your home is easy easy barrier. Doors should have provided entry in slide sideways. appearance. Leave beginning of National and/or profitable to enter. have a solid core many break -ins. Dead -bolt Commercial locks can also them in different positions Crime Prevention Week. That is the key to home construction 4.5 locks are highly be used. and arrange to have these One of the main objectives safety. If breaking into your centimeters thick and the recommended and should A common point of changed from time to of organizers across the home looks as if it would frame as well should be of be added to doors only entry is also the basement time. country is to create an take a lot of time, noise or solid construction. All equipped with the key -in- window. When these For nighttime security, awareness of how to effort, perhaps the reward doors should be equipped the -knob locks. windows are hidden by a inexpensive low- voltage prevent crimes. isn't worth it. with a proper strike plate. Patio doors are the bush or trees they provide exterior lights with timers Here are some Glass panels should not hardest points to protect an excellent point of break - are available. Timers may One of the first places interesting facts: Vacant be within reaching distance because they incorporate all in. Such windows should also be used to control citizens can start is right in homes are prime targets. of the door lock. If so it the weak features of both be replaced by plexiglass or interior lights the home. Is your home Most break -ins occur should be replaced with doors and windows. Most Lexan or reinforced with and radios. as safe from such crimes during daylight hours. Most plexiglass or Lexan. Also can be simply lifted out of security bars. However bars Turn your telephone bell and vandalism? burglary break -ins are committed by glass panels should not be their track. To prevent this should be made to enable down. A ringing telephone Home security is said to persons younger than 17 big enough to crawl install a screw in the upper quick opening in the event is an indication that you come in many forms and years. through. track. This will fill the of fire. If these windows may not be home. space above the door and are seldom -used they could Ask your neighbor not make it impossible to clear be permanently secured. to tell strangers that you are the bottom track. Patio Going away? Don't not home. doors can also be pinned advertise! A page one Notify your neighbors of Don't talk, hang up like windows or locked article in "Windspeaker" your plans and have them with a commercial lock. announcing your departure phone the police - if they complete with colorful observe any suspicious Windows also provide pictures of the going away activity. They could record little security. Many can be party is not advisable. Here the license numbers report crank calls opened with ease. are some other hints: of questionable vehicles. However most windows Cancel all home deliveries. Also before you leave Don't Talk - when an caller's identity and check can be pinned. Commercial Don't leave notes. Ask the remember: By Everett Lambert pins can be bought, Windspeaker Correspondent unknown caller wants to the information before post office to hold or Be sure all tools and know information about accepting it. Women however large nails are just forward your mail. Other ladders are out of sight and Many people do not you or your family. Do not should never indicate that as effective and -much materials such as throw- locked up. Don't help the know they are protected become involved with any they are alone. If a caller cheaper. To pin with a nail, away flyers or circulars burglar rob you. from obscene or harassing crank or obscene caller or asks for the man of the drill a 3/16 inch hole should be removed daily by Be sure all light timers inside window phone calls. with any caller of whom house, take the name and through the a neighbor. are set. frame and into the outside Arrange to have your Be sure all windows and Most compa- you are doubtful. number and tell him you telephone window frame. A nail or lawn and shrubs trimmed doors are locked. nies prohibit the use of pro- Hang Up - if a caller will have your husband remains silent, if he does return the call. fane, obscene or abusive. language on the phone, or not identify himself to your Report - to the police the use of a phone to annoy satisfaction, if any obscene and to the telephones secu- or harass people. of profane words are used. rity branch. Edmonton Never be gullible or the Telephones, for example, For instance, Edmonton give the caller the satisfac- cooperates with the police. Telephones, at the option tion that you are annoyed Remember to teach of the City Commissioner, or angry. Any indication of these simple rules to your cancels the telephone ser- fear, or interest may children and others regular- vice contract with a sub- prompt another call. Don't ly using your phone. Chil- scriber guilty of these slam the receiver, just hang dren often make annoying offences. The Criminal up. phone calls without know- Crime prevention is also pro- Code of Canada Don't Panic - if a tele- ing it's wrong. vides for protection against phone call is received Customers should never these crimes. reporting a death or emer- identify themselves as a community affair. You can also assist. gency in the family. It may women in the telephone Remember these miles: be false. Confirm the directory. It involves working with each other. Think about how you can take advantage of National Crime Prevention Week to let your community know that you are a We support partner in preventing crime. Crime Prevention Week. Do your part and let your community know that you are a partner in preventing crime. Saddle Lake SHELL CANADA LIMITED Box 3029 Tribal Administration Peace River, Alberta Lake, Alberta TOA 3T0 TOH 2X0 Saddle Shell (403) 624-1930 (403) 726 -3829 i Page 12, WINDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988 P ...a.,..ai:.< am,...,:. Some children never come home

By Lesley Crossingham registry, that a true picture unless the body was found. know how to break down a know the child before the scream while they are still Wndspeaker Correspondent of the amount of child Many children are child's defenses. crime is committed. within distance of their abductions will be painted. found murdered in Canada The well -known child Job offer: The abductor friends. Chances of getting Every year hundreds of However, the RCMP are And the crime remains murderer, Clifford Olson approaches the child with away lessen of obeying in the children go missing. In quick to point out that a unsolved. In British was known by neighbor- an offer of a job, usually first place. most cases, the child turns true picture may never be Columbia alone there are hood children as the with a high salary. He or Attention and love: Not up in a friend's or relative's possible because a number over 30 unsolved child "candy man." she often dresses the part all abductors are strangers. house, unharmed and no of reasons. murders in the last 10 The key is to teach chil- and may even have busi- Parents should be especially worse for wear. However, One of the biggest prob- years. dren the exact lures used ness cards. The abductor concerned with people who some children never come lems is the number of street Many child abductions by abductors and how to often asks the child into his are taking too much interst in home. children. Some children are not even reported to the respond. Remember you car, or may offer a drink their children or buying them Recently the RCMP from age 10 and up literal- police. Studies show that cannot teach a child too which has been drugged. gifts. Most important, parents began a "missing children ly live on the streets and only 38 per cent of all sex- much. Games and fun: Abduc- should make their home a registry," in an effort to may even have been ual assaults in Canada are Child molesters and tors have posed as a clown place of trust and support help locate missing chil- reported as missing by reported to police. The abductors know children of joined in games with the that fulfils their child's needs dren. Although definite fig- these parents. But if one of Canadian Urban Victimiza- are naturally curious and victim. Playgrounds are so the child will not seek ures on missing children these chidlren is abducted tion Survey released in easily led by adults. They used as a means of meeting love and support from some- have never been released, and murdered, no one 1982 said reporting rates also know that many chil- children and then offering one else. the RCMP hope that with would even know a crime increase with the age of the dren go through a rebel- them a ride home or asking Modelling or beauty con- the establishment of the had been committed, victime from 34 per cent lious period when they the victim to come and see test: The abductor may look when victims are under 25 become teens. When dis- a collection of "hockey the part of a photographer to 55 per cent when victims cussing lures with chicken, cards." and even have a car full of are 40 years old or more. be specific, describe the Assistance: A child is cameras and equipment. He However, while some exact situation. These are asked for directions or may have a rented studio. people worry over exact some of the common lures: assistance in finding a lost Children are lured into photo statistics, most parents pre- Authority: The abductor puppy. Because the child is sessions and asked not to tell fer to consider the ways poses as a person of simply asked to pen a car their parents about the mod- they can protect their chil- authority such as a police door he or she is not aware elling. "Surprise them when dren. officer or security guard. of the setup. Often the they see you in a commer- One method is the child The abductor tells the child child is quickly pushed into cial." These sessions are identification kits which that Mom or Dad have the back seat. Most chil- sometimes real to gain the provide the right equip- been hurt in a car accident dren want to help adults child's confidence. But these Stop Crime... ment to fingerprint your and the child should come when asked, and this is one sessions may turn to pornog- child for easy identifica- with them to the hospital. of the most common lures raphy and seduction and the tion. Prices vary but police Children have the right to used. child is then afraid to tell her it up! insist that this service question authority and the Gifts: Candy is still used parents. Lock should be provided free of credentials of any police- by many abductors and Children should be told charge. man or guard. sometimes beer and drugs that although most people However, police'say the Confidence and trust: are used to attract love children and would do best method is education. The abductor gains the teenagers. them no harm, there are some Teaching a child to be fear- child's confidence, some- Fear: The abductor uses who would harp them. Talk R. 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If you have any information which might help locate a missing child, please call: Ü CHILD FIND ALBERTA: 1- 800 -387- 7962 or (403) 273 -1717 - 404, 339 - 10 Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G OW2 (Refer to file number if given) U VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE: Canadian Centre for Missing Children (403) 422- 4698 -3rd Floor, Provincial Court House, lA Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmon- ton, Alberta, Canada T5J HENRIETTA HELENA MILLE (MILLIK) OR2 O CHILD FIND B.C. (604) SHARON BALDEAGLE DESCRIPTION - Female, D.O.B. March 11, 738 -3717 - DESCRIPTION: 1957, Height: 5' 3 ", Weight: 140 lbs., Eyes: Box No. 34008, Station D, Vancouver, Brown, Hair: Black, Nationality: Canadian, British Columbia, Canada V6J 4W8 Born: June 26, 1972 Racial Origin: Inuit (Eskimo), Language, MISSING CHILDREN SOCIETY OF Black Hair Inuttut and English, Wearing Hearing Aid Black Eyes CANADA: (403) 291 -0705 -253, 1935 - Subject was last seen on Dec. 11, 1982 32 Ave., N.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Missing: September 18, 1984 at 8:30 p.m., when two of her friends T2E 7C8 dropped her off near a drug store on LeMarchant Road, St. John's, Newfoundland. C1 NATIONAL CENTRE FOR MISSING Speaks fluent English and Inuit. Originally CHILDREN: 1 -800- 843 -5678 (Toll Free) from Nain, Labrador but has lived in St. - 1835 - K St., N.W., Washington, DC 2006 John's, Newfoundland the past four years. Should you have any information pertaining to this missing person, please con- tact Royal Newfoundland Constabulary at (709) 722 -5111, telegraph or C.P.I.C. terminal No. NF 30001 - charges collect.

PATRICIA FAVEL DESCRIPTION: Sex: Female, Race: Native Canadian, Born: 1965, Hair: Dark, JEFFREY DUPRES Eyes: Brown, H/W: 5' 7 ", 100 lbs. DESCRIPTION: DETAILS: Patricia went missing from Regina, Saskatchewan Born: March 16, 1977 on September 30, 1984. CONTACT: Regina City CAROL MAY BIG TOBACCO Curly Hair, Brown Eyes Police D.O.B. May 6, 1974 - Disappeared in Missing: April 24, 1980 Gleichen, Alberta area, brown hair, brown Gall: Slave Lake RCMP (403) 849 -3045 eyes, scar under chin, black beauty mark on pinky finger. Missing Winter -Spring '83

DALE ELDRIDGE DESCRIPTION: NICHOLE LOUISE MORIN D.O.B. June, 1970, Eyes: Dark Brown,

DESCRIPTION: Sex: Female, Race: Hair: Black (Long), Height: 6' 1 ", SHELLY -ANNE BASCU Caucasian, Born: 1977, Hair: Brown, Weight: 145 -150 lbs, Missing: April 6, DESCRIPTION: Sex: female, Race: H/W: 4', 51 lbs 1987, Small Mustache, Scars on upper Caucasian, Born: 1966, Hair: Dark DETAILS: Nicole went missing 11:15 lip and under nose Brown, Eyes: Brown, H/W: 5', 90 lbs. a.m., Tuesday, July 30, 1985 from 627 Dale was last seen in Peace River, DETAILS: Shelly disappeared from The West Mall, Etobicoke, Ontario, Alberta, April 6, 1987. That night he Hinton, Alberta, May 3, 1983. She was Canada. She was last seen wearing a attended a party and then went down to last seen walking alone down Highway bathing suit and carrying a the river with some friends. Dale was 16 returning from visiting a friend after white plastic bag contain- carrying approximately $300 cash on school. Her school books were later ing a purple towel, a peach colored hair him. found along with some of her clothes brush, a blue comb, a swimming pass, Anyone knowing the whereabouts of near the river that passes through the black swim goggles, a brown bottle of Dale is asked to please contact your town. The Hinton RCMP believe she was sun tan lotion, and possibly green velour nearest police station, or Victims of abducted in a vehicle with B.C. plates. shorts and a white short sleeve top. lence.

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By Everett Lambert A July 1988 C Windspeaker Correspondent the department as to the reserve." Tl LOUIS BULL RESERVE response time the With at least two With a T-shirt bearing the words "Support your response is quick local Indian Police" hanging on the wall behind Officers will also him, Bob Reid exudes a lively enthusiasm for his for instance, a Loi somewhat unique line of work. Most of the la The 42- year -old sergeant works with the Louis ism, driving offer Bull Reserve Police Department - the only Indian operating vehicle police force in Canada to have full policing pow- other such violatii ers. Reid stresses this point because it is one of that most of the v the main reasons he enjoys his work with the Bull Alcohol problems Band. "We have the same powers as the RCMP or band's dry- reserve the Edmonton City Police," he notes, with his country have ado] .357 magnum hanging at his side - a weapon he prohibits alcohol doesn't like to make an issue of. the force began it Although Louis Bull's Police enforce all laws with approximate] Cruising the reserve and keeping the peace: Bob Reid from the Criminal Code of Canada to the band's year which has be own bylaws, Reid comments that he has never had percent. to use his gun in 16 years as a lawman. He also The success of adds that he doesn't like the type of attention the in their communi guns have drawn. "Five others use them," he friend on the Lo remarks, referring to the other Alberta police their bumper stir forces that employ these effective weapons. card are inscribe( "They're just part of the equipment," he says of we do." the guns which are capable of piercing car doors. Reid takes prid So why has Louis Bull chosen these larger cali- since its beginn bre hand guns? "Safety," he replies. The guns can- remain in Hobbe not be fired unless the trigger is pulled. for building the c The guns can be dropped, stepped on or thrown at At a recent cow, the wall and still not fire. A good deal of research give a presentati( took place before the police commission agreed organization that the guns be used. The band's six member Police Commission is If the Louis B chaired by band councillor Harrison Bull and of advice to other includes councillors Henry Raine and Jerry Moo - would be to make nias, along with band members Molly Potts, Louis and to give somet Raine and Martin Deschamps. The Commission by participating it works closely with Chief of Police Lambert Fox, 39, of the Blood Reserve in southern Alberta. The Louis Bul Reid is comfortable with the band's commis- initially with botl sion- approach to governing the force as it allows emments. The pi for a buffer between Chief and council and the cial legal status c police department. "This keeps the politics out of Ottawa's jurisdic policing." 100 percent by One of the commission's tasks is the approving tor general for Al of the force's $500,000 annual budget. Most of ing is a provincia the budget goes toward salaries, with officers to be consulted. ' earning in the neighborhood of $33 - 34,000 per awhile." year. "Officers are paid comparable to other However, all police," Reid remarks. Two of the six officers are law female. enforcement the reserve. The 1; With six officers and support staff the depart- suicidal problems ment is small but "small is beautiful," Reid other such proble smiles. The force plans on remaining small at this Not so long ago time, however talks continue into having other pared with such p reserves join with Bull Reserve in having a larger police force. He mentions that Quebec has the Although the L Amerindian Police which is a provincial Native have challenges Drunk drivers risk being caught by the mobile check stop: Police van with Louis Bull sticker police force. proud to be here.' PHOTOS BY EVERETT LAMBERT October 28, 1988, WINDSPEAKER, Page 15 n the life Iliceman

A July 1988 Canadian Press article describes the department as having "brought law and order to the reserve." This can most be attributed to the response time the Indian police are capable of. With at least two officers on at any one time ur response is quick on the 15 square mile reserve. id Officers will also respond to calls off-reserve if, Lis for instance, a Louis Bull matter arises. Most of the law- breaking consists of vandal- is ism, driving offences - which includes drivers an operating vehicles with suspended licenses, and other such violations. However, Reid emphasizes of that most of the violators are non -band members. ill Alcohol problems have also declined due to the or band's dry- reserve bylaw. (Many bands across the its country have adopted the dry- reserve rule which he prohibits alcohol on reserve land.) Also, when the force began in 1983, the reserve was plagued vs with approximately $1.2 million in vandalism per is year which has been reduced by an impressive 80 ad percent. SO The success of the police department is found he in their community -based approach. "You have a he friend on the Louis Bull Indian Reserve" says for his in ce their bumper sticker. On Chief Fox's business Lively enthusiasm work: Reid his reserve office s. card are inscribed the words "ask for the best... of we do." Reid takes pride in having been with the force li- since its beginning in the 1983 and plans to remain in Hobbema. The force has a reputation for building the department from the ground up. at At a recent convention the force was asked to ch give a presentation on how they developed their ed organization is If the Louis Bull Police could give one piece 1d of advice to other fledgling police departments it o- would be to make sure to choose the right people [is and to give something to the community in return :on by participating in local events and functions. x, The Louis Bull force did experience problems initially with both the federal and provincial gov- /s ernments. The problem was caused by the spe- Le cial legal status of Indian bands which fall under Ottawa's jurisdiction. The plan was supported 100 percent by Ken Rostad who was then solici- although polic- g tor general for Alberta. However, ing is a provincial responsibility, Ottawa still had rs to be consulted. "They gave us the runaround for er awhile." er However, all parties have since agreed and re law enforcement has improved dramatically on the reserve. The last time Louis Bull encountered t- suicidal problems was some two months ago and id other such problems have also quietened down. is Not so long ago Hobbema's suicide rate com- er pared with such places as New York. er ie Although the Louis Bull band police may "still e have challenges" Reid smiles and says, "I'm proud to be here." A sharp contrast: Police cruiser against Sundance lodges Y EVERETT LAMBERT Page 16,WINDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

.8: A. .8. KEITH MATTHEW, Wndepsakw Ex -AIM man opening act for Aussie

band On Diesel and Dust Trudell, Quilt Man, Char and John Shark rock Midnight Oil's tour: John this hemisphere. of people. I am trying to By Keith Matthew indigenous peoples rights fronts the band Graffiti Man One of Trudell's best serving Staff Writer were powerful. and his act can be described friends, Jessie Ed Davis, communicate with people Windspeaker "We have a responsibili- Trudelt was the opening as poetry read to the accom- who played with Jackson who want to have con- ty to not surrender and not EDMONTON act for Midnight Oil, cur- paniment of a lead guitar Browne's band as lead gui- sciousness. have a rently playing in North and backup provided by a tarist occasionally, died to give up. We "I live in two worlds and to understand Although John Trudell America under the tour title large traditional drum and recently as a result of drugs. responsibility I don't deny that to myself. alcohol, received only lukewarm "Rights for Indigenous Peo- backup female singer. Davis, a Kiowa, had what drugs and I am a product of two and applause from the crowd ples". The other half of the Trudell's readings were released several solo things like that - worlds and I don't deny that are doing to our which came to see Aus- opening act was Australian centered on indigenous peo- albums of his own work. racism - to myself either. We have communities. We have a tralian rock group Midnight Aboriginal group Yothu ples rights and concern for "Jessie always wanted to to accept that reality and we responsibility to ourselves Oil at the Convention Cen- Yindi. the environment. "I was be one of the average Indi- have to know how to bal- and we have a responsibili- tre Oct. 25, his words about Trudell, a Santee Sioux, national chairman for about ans - be an average 'skin' ance what is our tradition next ... six years of the American - but he wasn't an average ty to the generation and what is contemporary. Indian Movement (AIM) 'skin'. He was a very there is no freedom without I look at this generation and - responsibilities." basically I was a exceptional person with the we are the interpreters from PEACE HILLS TRUST COMPANY spokesman." talent and ability that he the past to the future and if The American Indian had." It was a "special Trudell became involved we blow it - we'll blow it movement was a militant magic which I think is with the Midnight Oil tour for the future." The tour Indian rights group which incomparable. through connections with is raising awareness of the was mainly centered in the "But in the end he died well known California resi- plight of indigenous peo- United States and proliferat- at 43. He made the average dent Jackson Browne. ples through a pamphlet ed during the 1960s and life expectancy for an Indi- Browne's office asked if he distributed at concerts. It 1970s. an. What is sad is that he is was interested in supporting highlights the parallel expe- a "At some point after I not the only one. Indians tour with the Australian rience between the Native is left AIM I started writing are dying every day at that group and the rest histo- Americans in the Four and trying to make poetry age. All destroyed by the ry- Sacred Mountains area with is performances and I had this ravages of oppression, Trudell, 42, originally the Australian Aborig- interest in it. It just kind of racism and poverty." from Nebraska. He has ines...destruction of culture, evolved." Native people have four albums out on his own death from the unknown, He believes fervently in important responsibilities to label: Tribal Voice, This and disintegration of the keeping clean and practices uphold concerning them- Isn't El Salvador, Graffiti family system. a traditional way of life selves and as protectors of Man, and Hard Junk. WARREN W. 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As indigenous singing. their traditional homelands Mr. Hannay brings 25 years of extensive take any chemicals, they already slip enough into our people we have a lot of "I'm really not trying to in the iiig Mountain region financial and banking experience to the food." responsibilities toward pre- target any particular group of Arizona" is also planned. Company. He has held Senior Management positions with both Schedule A and B banks and presently holds several directorships. Mr. Hannay is located at the Corporate Office in Kensington Place, Edmonton, Alberta. Peace Hills Trust, wholly owned by the NATIVE COUNSELLING Samson Indian Band of Hobbema, Alberta, is Canada's first and largest Native owned Trust ALBERTA Company. With branches in Edmonton, SERVICES OF Hobbema and Winnipeg, we offer a full range of financial services to the Native and non -Native communities across Canada. Providing assistance to Native persons involved with the legal system for 18 years. 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TO ALL METIS IN ALBERTA The Alberta Metis Nation Alliance is celebrating its first year of operations. The affiance believes that we can only promote the cause of Native people in this country if we are strong as a Metis organization. As a result, we are Catching a few winks on mother's back Metis specific. Our members recognize themselves as Metis. We feel strongly that the time has come for Metis to have their own When a powwow lasts powwow in Pincher Creek, dance circle while relaxing organization. long into the night, what's a in celebration of the World in a beautifully crafted We are inviting you, your family and your Metis friends to join. kid to do but grab a few Festival of Aboriginal cradleboard. Membership is open to all Metis in the province, their spouses and children. winks here and there on Films, this tyke seemed to As well, there are categories of non-resident and associate members who Mom's back? At a recent enjoy being a part of the DIANNE MEILI, Wind speaker can participate in the affairs of the organization, but cannot vote or run in our elections. This indudes Metis people who have gained Indian status, but still want to support the Metis cause. The membership fee is $20 and is good for one year from the date purchased. Children under 16 do not pay fees. Contest Rules The main objective of the alliance is the promotion of the concept that Metis 1. Simply send us a letter (about have within themselves the ability and resources to control their lives a page in length, double and that of their children. Who spaced) about the person you If you feel that this is an organization that might be for you, give us the nominate for the 1988 Windspeaker Unsung Hero. opportunity to prove it. The fierce pride that Metis once had is being will be Include a photo of the nominee, rekindled and you should be a part of this reawakening. if possible. If you have questions, please call or write to the alliance. 2. Tell us how he or she goes the 1988 about making your community a better place to live in and how they spend their time to help Ronald R. LaRocque, other people. President Unsung 3. Letters or nomination for the 1988 Windspeaker Unsung Hero contest must be NAME Hero postmarked no later than November 11, 1988. ADDRESS 4. Include the name, address DATE OF BIRTH and telephone number of the person you have nominated, as PLACE OF BIRTH well as your own name, address FATHER MOTHER and telephone number. 5. The person chosen as the You could win $100 1988 Windspeaker Unsung I, , hereby apply for membership in the Alberta Hero will be awarded a plaque Metis Nation Alliance and have signed this application because I am willing to for nominating and $200. The person who nominated this winner will win follow the rules according to the Bylaws and Constitution of the Alliance, and the man or woman $100. A second place prize of I am willing to swear the "Oath of the Metis:' I enclose $20 for my first year's $100 will be awarded to the membership dues. (Cheque or Money Order, please.) who will be the 1988 runner -up Unsung Hero and the writer of the nomination letter Windspeaker Unsung Hero. will get $50. Date Signature 6. Send letters to: And, if your nominee wins, Windspeaker Unsung Hero Contest, 15001 - 112 Avenue, they will win $200. Edmonton T5M 2V6. AMIZA A second place prize of $100 will be awarded to the runner-up Unsung Hero and ALBERTA METIS NATION ALLIANCE writer of the nomination letter will get $50. speaker Suite 201, 11445 -124 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5K Oh14 (403) 453 -1965 Page 18, W/NDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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By Dan Dibbett "In the overall scheme, brought in more than ent in the area of the arts Windspeaker Correspondent the arts have been neglect- $15,000 and saw the for- and is sincerely motivated ed and this is especially mation of an Alberta to develop that talent but NATIONAL true for Natives." said Bell. office. need some financial assis- "Native society is well rep- "Our mandate is to pro- tance is welcome to apply." The art field has tradi- resented by a host of talent- mote the CNAF objec- Six categories of talent tionally been a difficult one ed painters, sculptors and tives,", said Alberta founda- are recognized: peforming for the artist to prosper in, participants in the "crafted" tion regional director, arts, fine arts, graphic arts, and for Native artists that arts, but where are the Wanda Wuuunee. media, crafted arts and endeavor has been made musicians, novelists, poets, Wuttunee explained the visual arts. even more difficult. A lack dancers and architects ?" foundation has three objec- of government grants and So Bell set out to raise tives: incentive and aware- A $700,000 Native bal- funds, lack of education on funds to form the Canadian ness, education and promo- let sponsored by the reserves and a lack of expo- Native Arts Foundation tion of Native arts. foundation is in the works sure to various art media (CNAF) just over three To help achieve these in Toronto with opening have combined to block years ago. In those three goals both foundation night set for Nov. 17. artistic growth. short years the non -profit offices use funds raised to The ballet entitled Land And it was because of organization has expanded present scholarships to help of the Spirits features problems like these that its funding through art auc- artists, regardless of their Native talent through every internationally renowned tions and celebrity events. field, to pursue their craft. level of production and is symphony conductor John A gala Toronto concert The first set of scholar- based on the Ojibway Kim Bell who also happens in February 1986, featuring ships were handed out ear- story, The Legend of to be Mohawk, decided to Bernadette Peters, raised lier this spring and ranged Winona. do something about these $60,000 and an art auction in amounts from $700 to obstacles. in Calgary last November aid a Blackfoot in dance The ballet is being lessons to $5,150 to help a directed and orchestrated non -status Indian pursue an by Bell and choreographed education in textile arts. by Jacques Lemay, who "We are already accept- presented his talents to the ELECTRONIC SERVICES LTD. ing applications for the world during the opening next set of scholarships," ceremonies of the Calgary 'THE" SERVICE CENTRE said Wuttunee. "Any 1988 Winter Olympics, Famous symphony conductor: John Kim Bell Native person who has tal- which he choreographed. Happy Thanksgiving from Management & Staff Repair Specialists For: INTERCHANGE VCR's, TV's, Stereos, Microwave Ovens, Projection TV's, Commercial Monitors, Converters Help shape Authorized Warranty Depot For: Electrohome, Mitsubishi, Alberta's Hitachi, Sharp, Jerrold, Panasonic, Quasar, Silver, Harmon Kardon We also Service: future. Zenith, RCA, NEC, JVC Special on all used Color TV's 26" Cabinet Models & 20" Portables INTERCHANGE 88 TOUR All with 90 Day Warranty 10558 - 114 St., Edmonton, Alberta T5H 3J7 Show your support for Interchange 88 at any of the (403) 426 -1560 multiculturalism in Alberta this following locations on the fall by attending Interchange 88. dates listed below. Our new Multicultural If you are interested in Commission is touring through- meeting with the Commission, RAND out the province to hear or would like to submit a lß/S Make those your views. written report, call VIDEO I special Come out and support 1- 800 -272-9670 (toll free) for more information. PRODUCTION moments last! Grande Prairie October 27 Pincher Creek November 17 R and I Video Productions Peace River October 28 , Lethbridge November 18 professionals are available for video St. Paul November 3 Medicine Hat November 19 taping weddings, showers, graduations, Athabasca November 4 Hinton November 25 birthdays, anniversaries, historical Camrose /Stettler November 9 , Fort McMurray November 26 events, conferences, etc. Beta and VHS available Red Deer November 10 Calgary December 1 -3 Inquire about our transfer; insurance, Edmonton December 8 -10 dubbing and repair services Alberta Multicultural Commission "We Care As Much As You Do!" 3rd Floor, 12431 Stony Plain Road Call and book your appointment today! Edmonton, AB T5N 3N3 489-2199 MULTICULTURAL COMMISSION

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The Alberta office is project expenses. pleased on behalf of the Interested applicants national office, to announce should describe their pro- the second granting period ject and how it will assist for Canadian Native Arts them in achieving their per- Foundation scholarships. sonal goals; a budget indi- Awards will support talent- cating the portion they will ed individuals of Inuit, fund and the balance they Indian or Metis descent require from the founda- who require financial tion; names and telephone support to develop their tal- numbers of two references ents in the arts. These peo- and samples of their work , ple will demonstrate their where appropriate. Appli- artistic talent and the drive cation deadline is Nov. 30, to develop that talent. 1988. The addresses are: Projects may be in a CNAF Scholarship Pro- variety of artistic fields gram, Suite 321, 77 Mowat including the performing Ave., Toronto, Ont. M6K arts, visual arts, crafted 3E3, or Wanda A. Wut- arts, graphic arts, fashion tunee, Alberta Regional design, creative writing or Director, (403) 282 -9440, architecture. Funds are 1501, 3600 Brenner Drive available for tuition, mate- N.W., Calgary, AB T21 Country music royalty: Loretta Lynn with Conway Twitty rial costs and other related 1Y2. Lynn greets 'blood brothers' at Edmonton performance Smoked Tanned Hides New Stock of Smoked Tanned Hides Now Available. By Everett Lambert dance at an October 26 con- large Native contingent on front of him. Order by phone or come in now to get the Windspeaker Correspondent cert here. The singer hand. Native people came from best selection. Also just arrived, White in time for powwow appeared with Conway Twit - George Jones, renowned all over the country side. A Buckskin. Just EDMONTON season. Along with beads, feathers, moose ty and George "No Show" for his smooth "hurtin' northern Native lady present- and deer leather and many styles of bells. Jones. music," sang the audience ed Loretta with the North- Halford's has all your materials to make a "I see a few of my blood Lynn remarked that she is into that romantic mood his west Territories flag bearing perfect outfit. Please phone for free brothers out there tonight," "Indian and Irish. And, we music provokes. Paddle a silhouette of the polar bear. catalogue. -2751 426 -7358 said Loretta Lynn to a proud could go on the warpath any- Prairies Greg Calliou joked Also wandering around in (403)426-7349 422 and vocal response from the time we want," she joked, about the tight hugging cou- the crowd was Lubicon Trapping Supplies & Fur Buyer many Native people in atten- referring to the surprisingly ple sitting a couple rows in Lakes Bernard Ominayak. 10529 - 105Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H3X7

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i Page 20, WINDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988 SPORTS & LEISURE ffaSIMMIMM007/48=11MMOMff WINOSPEANEH FILE PHOTO Seoul man Hockey body meets bags silvers By Kim McLain kills contact rule Windspeaker Staff Writer By Kim McLain on player suspensions and SEOUL, South Korea Windspeaker Staff Writer issue membership cards for the council, abiding by the Metis amputee John EDMONTON rules of the Alberta Belanger has added two Amateur Hockey silver medals to the bronze A new ruling made by Association. he won during the eight officials of the Alberta "Last year was a Paralympic Games in Native Hockey Council good Seoul, South Korea. will allow non -contact year," says Stevenson, "there were more The Edmonton man players to play in contact people represented Canada in the hockey tournaments says involved." He adds, about wheelchair throwing events Chuck Stevenson, council 22 senior teams registered - shot put, javelin and chairman. with the council last year. The council's will discus. His bronze medal With the old rules, non - board came in the shot put event. contact players could not be meeting to discuss The silver medals were play in contact events as a concerns about senior and won in the javelin and measure of protection minor hockey, playoffs, discus events. against bodily harm. The registration, I.D. card Belanger was one of change in the rule came renewal and scheduling 3,200 athletes from 65 it hockey tournaments at countries vying for medals after was learned that contact tournaments were Calgary Nov. 25 at the in 16 sports categories. Quality Inn just after lunch. The event ended last losing teams and players to Sunday. One of the best In the world: Edmonton's John Belanger no -hit hockey tournaments. The council invites "They'll (non -contact representatives from players) just have to watch reserves across Alberta to out for themselves," says attend. For more KOMI :zsmumE. y;.il.;,,,:xr nm :t'`'';..r... Stevenson. information contact .\': * The council co- ordinates chairman Chuck Stevenson hockey tournaments so no at 465 -4682 or new council two tournaments are secretary Lorraine scheduled on the same Alexander at 470 -5646 or Consider weekend. They also decide 470 -5647.

trucking CALENDAR OF EVENTS a career! 0 Sober Dance, Oct. 28, 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m., Yellowhead Motor In. Music by Taste of Nashville. Sponsored by Edmonton Native Square Dance Club. Class 1 and 3 Driver Training Financing Available (Some l Halloween Dance, Oct. 28, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m., Enoch Recreation Centre. Music by Glory Road Band. Prizes Air Brakes Course restrictions may apply) for best costume. Advanced Defensive Group Rates Available 0 Halloween Dance, Oct. 29, 10 p.m. - 2 a.m., Poundmaker /Nechi. Music by Peter Morin. Prizes for Driving Course to Bands best and worst costumes. Dangerous Goods Member of the 4th Annual Native Indian Photography Course Better Conference, Oct. 28 & 29, Hamilton, Ont. Contact: Tax Deductible Business Bureau (416) 529 -7477 or write to 124 James St. S., Hamilton, Ont., L8P 2Z4. National Show & Sale of Canadian Indian Arts & Crafts, Oct. 28 -30, Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave. Mike's Driver Education Ltd. Halloween Masquerade Dance Oct. 29, Rich Lake. 12827 - 53 Street Halloween Sober Dance, Oct. 29, Panee Memorial (403) 473-4347 Agriplex, Hobbema, 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Music by Taste Edmonton, Alberta of Nashville. Sponsored by Neoskan Treatment T5A 2G7 (403) 473-4919 Centre, Hobbema. Children's Halloween Hoot, Oct. 31, 6 -8 p.m., Fort ,r.t McMurray Friendship Centre. Free to members, $5 for M.``: ïmummtwa .: s ; :`, WI.c.NM.ES..:.:.,... others. Charismatic Healing Mass, Oct. 31, 7 p.,m., Native Pastoral Centre, 10829 - 105 Ave. Edmonton. Health Roundup: Theme - "Taking Care of Your Health, Nov. 1, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sunchild & O'Chiese reserve. Call: (403) 845 -3660. \- \\ 0 Native Education Conference, Nov. 1 -3, Edmonton Convention Centre. ,(Q RAND Will do video PING HA)ND 0 OPEN HOUSE, Fri., Nov. 4, Edmonton Canadian Native the 777 Friendship Centre, 11016 -127 St., 9 a.m. - TT Noon. IDEU1 taping of your "RECOVERIPI N BEING" Open to membership & general public. Contact 452 -7811 for further information. PRODUCTION children Sober Dance, Nov. 5, Sacred Heart Church basement, 10821 -96 St., Edmonton. Music by Taste of Nashville. Sponsored by Edmonton Native Square A valuable tool o recover lost children Dance Club. Referees Clinic (Hockey), Nov. 5 & 6, Goodfish Special low rates make this unique service We support National Crime Lake reserve. Call: Rec Dept. 636 -3622. affordable to all concerned parents Prevention Week Men's & Ladies Volleyball Tournament, Nov. 11 Record your valuables on video & 12, Deerfoot Sportplex, Gleichen. Contact Harlon McMaster 734 -3070. Lost or stolen items are made easier to identify if video LI No -Hit Hockey Tournament, Nov. 12, Goodfish taped. Invaluable for recovery or insurance purposes! MITAA Detox Centre Lake. For more information call Rec. Dept. 636 -3622. "We Care As Much As You Do!" Box 1202, High Prairie, AB TOG 1E0 Round Dance (Windup for National Addictions Week), Nov. 19, 8 p.m. - 4 a.m., Poundmaker / Nechi. For more information 523 -3372 Lunch will be served. Drummers paid. 0 Co -ed Volleyball Tournament, Nov. 19 -20, Louis call 489 -2199 today! Bull. Contact: Bill or Ann 585 -4075. October 28, 1988, WINDSPEAKER, Page 21 SPORTS & LEISURE /GF %ï"i4Gs i . 3u W - 'sy /Y ri/r cu/r. ,.. . HJs1/ f. ANN W.,,si,;; A:M" Let the season begin!

Hard to believe but its time for those future Gretzkys to sharpen their skates, sign up, and start practicing for hockey season. Already SPORTS ROUNDUP many minor hockey clubs have hit the ice but most say it's still not too late to register. By Kim McLain Here's a couple. places that are ready to roll with registration - hockey volunteers are standing by eagerly awaiting new entries. If your community has a hockey program for the local youth please contact Sports Happy Halloween Roundup right away if you need some help with recruiting. Lake: Always a hawk among sparrows To register for any of the programs contact Saddle in person hockey life Hendricks at 585 -3771 or go to the four in the bird cage of this place offers band arena. The Alberta Amateur Hockey for everyone aged five to 50. something Association has a rule that all rosters are to be Volunteer Donna Hunter says although practices complete by Dec. 10, so that's the deadline for going since Oct. 14, she's still have been taking registrations, concludes Hendricks. registrations at the band office. The registration fee is $60, but she'll take installments until Nov. 30. Cheques Goodfish Lake: This place is another should be made out to the Saddle Lake Minor Hockey hockey haven. And athough the band has plans Association. for a referees clinic and a no -hit hockey tourney Hunter is employed by the band's cultural education they don't have the minor hockey information department but volunteers as the secretary for the finalized yet, says rec director Rene Houle. But association, she says. by the next newspaper they'll have concrete info Joining a team is easy. Register at the band office about registration ready for the hockey youth. with Hunter and shell give you a practice schedule. For The referees clinic is scheduled for Nov. 5 -6 more information contact her at 726 -3829 or write the while the hockey tournament is set for Nov. 11- band office, Box 22. 13. Houle Hobbema: Minor hockey organizers here are not For more information contact at the band office 636 -3622. In the net: Minor hockey teams recruiting now only looking for more players, but need coaches and into volleyball, the managers too, says rec man Larry Hendricks. Enoch: Off hockey and Department. Special awards and trophies will be Once again, practices have started, but it's not too rec people here are hosting a unique volleyball awarded, and door prizes for the fans too (who will pay late to join. All four band members from tykes to tournament dubbed the First Annual Administration S2 at the door, youth $1). midgets will have teams entered in the North Central Volleyball Tournament. Also, the tournament organizers want to have a arts Minor Hockey League. Incidentally, the four band "It will be a great time for you and your fellow and crafts show in the upstairs lounge during the event. peewees and midgets are defending champs in the employees to break away from....the office....and get to The charge to exhibitors would be $50. league. The season starts in two weeks. know your employees," reads a letter sent to various For more information about tournament entry, or the This year the rec department is offering a Learn To offices from Enoch recreation. arts and crafts display, contact Lorraine Alexander or Skate program for first year skaters. The course will be Entry fee for the event is $200 - cash or certified Ken Ward at 470 -5646 or 470 -5647. taught by a power skating instructor. cheque made payable to the Enoch Recreation

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With family and friends in Edmonton: Sister Josie Bouvier, centre surroundings. Know our neighbors. Stop mail and Sister initiated newspapers when we're away Josie from home. But the simplest into Grey Nun Order way to prevent crime is to use the lock that we already have. By Laurent Roy me ample time and experi- After the celebration of Windspeaker Correspondent ence to gain further insights the mass the profession of It only takes a minute. But into my vocation; I am vows, Sister Josie received EDMONTON happy and I am looking her pin of insignia and ring that's a minute more than a forward to work for and as a sign of her consecra- The pride and friends care for the poor and the tion to God and also criminal wants to spend. and family filled the Sisters less fortunate people. received the "Rule of Life,' of Charity of Montreal "I know that I have the Grey Nun's constitu- Grey Nuns Regional Centre made the right decision to tion. in Edmonton recently as consecrate my life to God Melchior Bouvier, they watched Josephine and help ease the suffering Josie's father, was grateful Sarcee Nation Protective & Bouviers initiation into her among the poor," said Sis- to have one of his many first year of sisterhood. ter Josie. children to be chosen to Preventative Services As Bouvier, a Metis As a novice for the order serve in God's work as a 3700 Anderson Rd. S.W. from Ile a La Crosse, the Sisters of Charity of Sister. Calgary, Alberta T2W 3C4 Saskatchewan and Tina Montreal, commonly "I am very proud of my Uhrich, took their first pro- known as the Grey Nuns, daughter, for she always (403) 281 -6657 Mobile 281 -6656 fession vows for chastity, Sister Josie will be head- cared for the less fortunate poverty and obedience, quartered at the General ones, and for one to enter more than 50 guests looked Hospital of Saskatoon. She this type of vocation today on. Bouvier, known as Sis- will be assigned to the Gen- takes courage, commitment ter Josie, was a novice for eral Hospital of Saskatoon and dedication. I am two years before taking to assist in carrying out extremely proud of her these vows. patient care duties and achievement today," said Sister Josie, was proud responsibilities. Melchior. of her realization to The Sisters of Charity of "We have had Metis become a Sister in the Montreal, 'Grey Nuns' women join the Order of Order of the Grey Nuns. "I founded by Blessed Mar- the Grey Nuns, we have will be taking my final guerite d'Youville are cele- one from Green Lake and Crime prevention is about vows, three years from brating their 250th anniver- now we have one from Ile a now, and the event will be sary, and it was appropriate La Crosse. It is a proud day people working together. held in Ile a La Crosse, that Sister Josie take her for us and the members of Saskatchewan. My final first profession vows dur- Ile a La Crosse," said Neighbors work with neighbors to prevent vows which are three years ing the anniversary celebra- Andre Bouvier, Sister away will or should give tion. Josie's uncle. break -ins,parents work with teachers to reduce vandalism, educators work with the media to combat child abuse, women work with women to fight rape,elders work with the community to instill values, rural citizens work with police to grapple with rustling, pharmacists and health professionals work We've got everything with parents to combat drug abuse and citizens of all ages join together to fight to gain. drunk driving. We're all neighbors and we can all join in these efforts to reduce crime. Let your community know that Together we do make a difference. We are joining in the fight against Drug & you are a partner in Alcohol Abuse and the criminal preventing crime. tendencies these abuses bring to our society.

Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre LOUIS BULL TRIBAL POLICE Box 630 8310 Manning Avenue Fort McMurray, Alberta Hobbema, Alberta T9H 1W1 TOC 1NO Phone: (403) 585 -4296 Phone: 743 -8555 Page 24, W/NDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988

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Make Sure You Are On The time to get on the Voters' List pro- term time if they are away from home Voters' List viding you register before Nov 4, and cannot vote in person. Most eligible voters have by now or Nov. 2 if you live in a rural area. Vacationers Call the appropriate Elections Canada received their Enumeration Card Vacationers may vote only in their office listed here to find out how to which explains where and when to place of ordinary residence, not in the Remember, this is your last vote. Please check to ensure the register. riding where they vacation. They to register! information is correct. If you have opportunity must be registered in the riding your card, you are on the Voters' List Rural Voters where they vote. and are eligible to vote. Voters in rural areas who are not on Elections Canada. How To Correct Wrong Voters' List by Election Day, the Your Official Source Of Information. Nov. 21, may vote as long as another Election Information. Incorrect information on your Enu- voter who is on the list for the same meration Card may prevent you from polling division will vouch for the All federal elections in Canada are run voting. Call the Elections Canada unlisted voter. and monitored by a non- partisan agency of Parliament known as Elections Canada. office for your riding (the number is Temporary Workers And Elections Canada, with no political affilia- listed here) and they will tell you Students. tion, protects the rights of Canadian voters what to do. to participate freely and privately in the Temporary Workers may vote in the democratic process. How To Get On The riding of their temporary residence Canada's Non- Partisan Federal Voters' List. providing they have been resident in Elections Agency If you haven't received an Enumera- that riding since Oct. 1 and will be tion Card, you may not be on the there on Election Day and have been Helping Canadians Voters' List and may not be able to registered to vote in that riding. vote in this Election. There's still Students may vote by proxy during Make Their Mark.

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These Maps Will Help You Find Your Riding. ACT NOW! You can refer to the maps in this information brochure to find your If you have not received an Enumeration Card by now, protect your right electoral district (riding). Beside each map is the telephone number for to vote. Call the number for the Elections Canada office in your riding the Elections Canada office in each riding. to find out how to add your name to the Voters' List. If you cannot locate which riding you live in from these maps, call Many Ridings Have Changed Reference Canada at: You may find that you are in a different riding than the one in which you Edmonton 495 -2021 were registered as a voter at the last federal election. This is because Calgary 292 -4998 the boundaries of most ridings have recently been re- aligned. To11 -free 1- 800 -232 -9481

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ELECTIONS CANADA Page 26, WINDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988 BREAKING NEW GROUND .. ZYM'lfsi'WPMWMg7Y,óí?l/..Y/ii'./.lr%r/:.1`/,rMOMy%f/%u';'?.'//AMM`i.Ii;.'///,zI;sG,.MäZMWAgr9"//í J////.c%l/' . !% /// . %h H' ' ,' ' /// l! 90 WINDSPEAKERi FILE PHOTO Beef and golf boosts band's economy

By Mark McCallum year. "It's not much money, Club. And, plans have through a housing crew large calves. Windspeaker Staff Writer but it keeps us going." already been made to made up entirely of band Cross -breeding can be a Although he says expand the $1.5 million members. More than 60 gamble. "We're just exper- PAUL BAND, Alta. the band is "not rich" when golf course, adding another houses have been built by imenting right now," compared to Alberta's oil - nine holes as well as a club tradespeople from the explains Rain, who the rich Indian bands, yielding house, all of which would reserve. ranch supervisor for a The chief and council about $2.2 million annually increase the value of the Rain wants to continue dozen years before becom- hope to boost the economy from a natural gas well at project to some $4.5 mil- this positive pattern and ing chief about two years on this reserve through an Paul band, he feels they lion. hopes the ranch will help ago. "But, I have a lot of innovative cattle ranch, can maintain a stable econ- Paul band leaders are maintain the band's grow- confidence it will work." now producing beefed up omy if investments are also looking at a bold ing trend toward self- suffi- Charolais bulls are big Making money: Rain calves by cross -breeding. made wisely. $22.5 million expansion ciency. animals, weighing between Paul band relies heavily plan, which would see a The band purchased 2, 500 "The main goal of to 3, 000 pounds at Cross -breeding is a on cross -breeding to hotel complex, camp four registered Charolais maturity. the chief and council is to But, Rain is cer- common practise among increase the size of calves grounds and equestrian valued make our reserve self- suffi- bulls, at some $3, tain many of the Simmen- ranchers- -one the Paul and stay competitive with centre become part of a 000 in April to cross- cient," adds Rain, noting each, tal cows in the herd will be band has mastered. The other stock suppliers. huge tourist package on the breed with its "mixed com- to investments are kept within able give life to the band has steadily increased "We've got to keep up the reserve. mercial" herd of about 200 calves. He says Simmen- the size of calves since the weight, otherwise we lose the community. The band's housing pro- But, Rain says they tals cows. are one of the largest ranching operation started money," says Chief Walter For example, the band gram is another example of deliberated carefully about cows now in the existing in the late 70s. At one Rain, estimating the band opened a nine -hole golf their willingness to devel- the purchase, fearing there farm market, out weighing time calves weighed about gets about $75, 000 from course in August called the op the 800 -member com- might be some complica- the Angus, smaller Sailor 400 pounds when they the sale of calves each Ironhead Golf and Country munity. For about the last tions at birth because the and Hereford cows in the were ready to sell in the decade, homes on the offsprings of the Charolais band's herd by some 200 fall. Now through cross- reserve have all been built bulls are expected to be pounds. breeding, the average weight of the calves is Indian Oil and Gas Canada is an about 550 pounds. organization dedicated to bringing a Much of this money is high degree of professional excellence to put back into the ranching the management and administration of operation. The band has oil and gas resources found on Indian Project Co- ordinator increased its herd from 60 land across Canada. The Canadian Native Friendship Centre cows to about 200 head of cattle. And, over the past Surface Development Corporation Ltd. requires a Project six years, they have devel- Co- ordinator to undertake a developmental study oped pasture land on the Landman M/F to develop and operate a commercial real estate 40 square kilometre As an experienced surface landman, you reserve at a rate of about will be called on to facilitate a wide range complex in Edmonton. 100 acres a year. of oil and gas surface land rights nego- Rain points out machin- tiations. Working closely with both in- Qualifications: Good management, administrative and accounting ery such as graders, pur- dustry and Indian band representatives, skills; good communication skills (orally and written); experience and chased by the band to clear we will look to you for recommendations knowledge of the Native Friendship Centre movement. pasture lands, have also on fair compensation and rentals for Duration of Project: Four to five months. proved useful for other leases, consideration for exploration Salary: Negotiable. projects like clearing road activities and for the preparation, Please send resume to: Personnel Committee ways. "We don't have to documentation and administration of a CNFC Development Corporation Ltd. for wide range of surface rights agreements. go off the reserve any- 11016 - 127 Street thing because we have As our preferred candidate, you have Edmonton, Alberta everything we need right through both your education, which T5M OT2 here," he concludes. should include a university degree, and Paul band is located your three to five years of oil and gas sur- Deadline for Applications: November 15, 1988 about 80 kilometres west face land experience, gained a solid of Edmonton. knowledge of surface rights, real proper - ty law, surface dispositions procedures, agricultural and environmental prac- tices. These skills and knowledge should be complemented with a solid negotia- ting ability, good verbal skills and ex- cellent interpersonal skills. Executive Producer An awareness of the goals and aspira- Broadcast Operations tions of native people with particular Northern Native Broadcasting respect to the development of their oil and gas resources would be an asset. Northern Native Broadcasting is one of The successful candidate for Executive If you have talent and experience and the youngest Native communications Producers position will be an experienced wish to seek a new challenge, we would groups in Canada. During the coming broadcaster, with excellent interpersonal like to hear from you. Please send your years this society will become one of the skills and a strong management sense as a résumé in strictest confidence to Tim Earle, Manager, Personnel and Ad- leaders in Native communications. program and news director. ministration, Indian Oil and Gas We are looking for candidates for the Northern Native Broadcasting is located Canada, P.O. Box 2924, Station position of Executive Producer with the in Terrace, B.C., a community of 20,000 "M"; Calgary, Alberta T2P 2M7. B.C. Native Communications Society - that is very attractive in its mountainous Vous pouvez obtenir ces renseigne- Northern Broadcasting based in Terrace, environs, mild weather and the ments en français en communiquant British Columbia. recreational, educational and lifestyle avec la personne susmentionée. The position will be both challenging and opportunities it presents to its residents. rewarding for an individual dedicated to a If you are interested in this position Indian Oil and Gas Canada is an equal opportunity employer. broadcasting career. The executive please send a complete resume, covering producer will play a key role in the letter and audio resume to: development of this young and dynamic I*'Indian l and Péetrol et g az des A organization. One of the key tasks of the Mr. Ray Jones Gas Canal da Indiens du Canada position will be to help in the development General Manager of satellite radio programming for a Northern Native culturally diverse audience. Broadcasting The successful candidate must have Box 1090 experience in all aspects of radio Terrace, B.C. Windspeaker job ads broadcasting and a strong employment V8G 1S6 performance record. Experience in television production is an asset. The Closing Date: December 2, 1988 get more results. Executive Producer will be familiar with the Start Date: January 3, 1989 Advertise today by calling (403) 455 -2700. culture and political issues of Native people Salary: Negotiable in B.C. and Canada. Three -month Probationary Period October 28, 1988, WINDSPEAKER, Page 27 ACTIVITY PAGE

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1 are "safe" strangers. ANSWERS 2. If you need help when you're away from home, look for this 3. A Block Parent can help you if you cut yourself and are 4. You cannot go to a Block Parent's if the sign is-not in the window. 5. Never get into a stranger's 6. A Block parent is there if you DOWN 4. A Block Parent is there for when yourself. you need 7. You can go to a Block Parent if a 1. A Block Parent's house is there if 5. Always play or walk tries to fight with you. you get caught in a or other children or adults. 8. A Block Parent is a storm. 6. You should know your own address stranger. 2. If you are or not feeling and phone 9. Do not play outside after well, you can go to a Block Parent. 7. If you are , or can't (Reprinted with permission from the 10. If you are frightened or bitten by 3. Never take candy from or go with find your way home, go to a Block Elementary Safety for Children a _, go to your Block Parent. a Parent. magazine, Edmonton) Buy bonds quick EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY If you're a regular buyer Special arrangements starting Oct. 20 - the first of Canada Savings Bonds, have been made to accom- day the bonds go on sale. you'll probably want to cir- modate holders of Regular Buyers will be able to The Athabasca cle Nov.l. Interest Canada Savings date their settlement Nov. 1 That's the last day Bonds, who use their annu- - the day the new bonds Native Development investors will be able to al interest cheques to pur- start earning interest. buy new CSBs for cash at chase new CSBs as well as Under this arrangement, Co rporation is face value. ecretaryl holders of maturing bonds, purchasers will not have to If the new bonds are still who may also wish to rein- pay for their Canada accepting on sale after Nov. 1 - and vest in this year's issue. Savings Bonds before they there is a strong likelihood start earning interest. applications for the Series 36, issued in 1981 they won't be - investors As in past years, he and position receptionist will require to pay accrued coming due this Nov. noted, the minister of of a: 1, is worth about $6.4 bil- interest charges. finance can cut off sales at lion in principal. "For most CSB pur- any time at his discretion - chasers," says John In both cases, CSB own- but applications arranged The applicants must be prepared Campbell, a director of the ers will be able to go to with payment dated Nov. 1 The corporation was to undertake the following duties: CSB Payroll Savings Plan their bank or other redemp- will be valid even if the formed to assist local Native - Administrative duties Organization, "this will not tion agents and complete bonds are withdrawn from persons in obtaining and -Secretatialduties be a problem. all the paper work associat- sale before Nov. I. P g - Answering the phone and receiving clients "In fact," he added, ed "it with redeeming their The rate of interest on increasing employment and - Setting up a filing system could make things even maturing bonds and pur- the 1988/89 CSB issue will - As well as other related duties as they arise. business opportunities in the easier. chasing the 1988/89 issue, be announced in October. Applicants must possess the local region. The following: corporation is beneficially - Be reliable, courteous and responsible owned in equal shares by Secretarial skills Plan before changing careers - Receptionist skills the Status Indian and Metis - Ability to handle bookkeeping/accounting duties Skills in operating a word processor Did you know you are accountant or chef. To thought you required five people in the local region. - Ability to speak Cree or Chipewyan and a very good likely to change occupa- reach you've that goal years ago may have been The Athabasca Native cultural and traditional understanding of the various tions six or seven times already realized you need automated. Native groups within the Fort McMurray and Fort is throughout your career? to acquire certain skills. Canada Career Week, DevelopmentP Corporationp Chipewyan area would be a definite asset Perhaps when you were Nov. 7 -11, This is a -time position. Salary is Career planning is a pro- is the perfect seeking an individual skilled permanent full younger you delivered opportunity for you to start negotiable depending upon experience and cess which help you identi- in newspapers, as you got effective communications qualifications. fy these required skills. planning your career. older you went into sales, and interpersonal skills, and Please send your application /resume to: Once you identify these For more information then became a student and please contact the Career skills then you can decide has a good understanding of now you volunteer to cook Information Hotline by Athabasca Native Development Corporation which you need immediate- for the local seniors while dialing 0 and asking for the socio-economic issues ly, which you will need #209, 9714 Main Street working as an accountant. Zenith 22140, if calling within a few years and affecting Native people in Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 1T6 That's already five occupa- from Edmonton call 422- which would be useful but and around the Indian and tions! 4266. These friendly and are not essential. All applications/resumes must be in the Athabasca Since you were young helpful consultants will Metis communities within Native Development Corporation office nolaterthan you've probably had a long Keep an ongoing evalu- direct you to the nearest the Fort McMurray/Fort closing date of Friday, Nov. 11, 1988. For further term image of yourself as ation of your progress. career centre, send you information contact: George D. Caillou, Executive perhaps an advertising Technology changes so materials and answer any Chipewyan region. Director of the Athabasca Native Development executive, chartered quickly that skills you questions you may have. Page 28, WINDSPEAKER, October 28, 1988

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