Whaling Culture Celebrates Revival by David Wiwchar Southern Region Reporter

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albi i 1h-Sa l Serving Nuu- chah -nulth -aht for more than 25 years Canadian Publications Mail VOL. 26- 11 - Product NO. June 3, 1999 haasÍ Sales tsa "Interesting News" Agreement No.467510 Whaling Culture Celebrates Revival By David Wiwchar Southern Region Reporter

Monday, May 17, 1999. 6:55 am. "Back to Tradition"

More than 3000 people crowded the shores of Neah Bay on Victoria Day weekend to add their voices of support for the Makah Whale Hunt and sample a West Coast dietary staple untasted for 70 years.

From Anacla to Africa, and all points in- between, representatives from hundreds of indigenous cultures congratulated the Makah Whaling Crew, and welcomed their guest of honour to day that will be forever marked in First Nation's history. Hundreds of people began the weekend celebration with a parade starting from the Makah Museum, down the beach -side road to the Elder's Centre for the ceremonial Makah Harpooner Theron Parker adjusts the harpoon, prior to the start of the Neah Bay Parade. raising of the United States and Makah Nation flags. Leading the parade was the day's Thousands Enjoy Makah Traditional Feast central figures; 36 -year old harpooner Nuu -chah -nulth guests were in atten- oysters. Makah men filled a large sandpit Theron Parker and the Makah By Denise Ambrose dance to partake in what, for most, with hot coals topped with shellfish. whaling crew aboard their 40' foot Central Region Reporter would be their first taste of whale meat. They steamed 11001b. of clams and canoe 'Hummingbird', towed behind Makah received their name from neigh- 4001b. of oysters this way. The aroma of a 5 -tonne army -surplus transport Makah Nation treated thousands of boring tribes. 'Makah' means truck. their guests to a traditional meal of 'generous steamed clams wafted all the way to the salmon, halibut and whale meat on with food'. They could not have had a gymnasium and they were eaten up in a more fitting name on their day of celebra- matter of minutes. Sporting a new tattoo of a May 22. They were celebrating the tion as each and every guest was served traditional whale harpoon, resurrected tradition of whaling. a heaping plate of seafood. Dinner songs This was the first time that I would woven cedar-bark rope and seal were sung, thanking the Creator for all A few hundred Nuu -chah -nulth taste whale meat, a food that I, as a skin float on his bare chest, that we were being offered. guests were in attendance to Nuu -chah -nulth person, should Theron smiled, waved, and There were so many people that feasting partake in what, for most, would have been brought up on. thanked every voice in the was done in shifts. The tables and be their first taste of whale bleachers were full. At the same time crowd that shouted their con- Those of us that stayed in the gym meat. people were lined up around the gymna- gratulations. waiting for whale meat missed out on the sium and out the door. More people shellfish feast. It was worth it all in the At least 3000 guests arrived from as were milling around outside. Sporting a new tattoo of a traditional end when I was offered a handful of far north as Alaska and as far south Guests waiting for seats were invited to continued on page 10 as the Fiji Islands. A few hundred a nearby beach for steamed clams and continued on page 10 a INSIDE: POSTAGE PAID IN Makah invites NCN to Neah Bay Page 3 PORT ALBERNI, B.C. 41118;"I'P Tim Paul unveils new piece Page 5 DreamCatcher ' 99 Page 9 The Spirit of the Whale Page 12 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPERS DIV. 1: Nuu -chah -nulth UBC Grads Page 19 395 WELLINGTON ST. NEDC news Page 24 OTTAWA, ON K1A ON4

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Page 2 - Mo- 51110h -Sea - June 3, 1999 Makah Whale Hunt Dominates Northern Region Treaty Managers Ha -Shi Ith -Sa newspaper is pub- LETTERS & KLECOS Iished by the Nutt- chah -nulth Ho- Sh,lth -Su will include letters received from its readers. All letters NCN Treaty Planning Talks Workshop must Weighed by the writer and have the writer's name, address phone number Tribal Council for distribution to & By Denise Ambrose the members of the fourteen Moo on it. Names can be withheld by request. Central Region Reponer -n By Louise Awns chah -nuhh First Nations es well Wereservetherighttoeditsubmittedmaterialforclariry ,brevity, gram- Northern region Reponer as other interested groups and in- mar and good taste. We will definitely not publish letters dealing with tribal define -NCN Treaty negotiators nice viduals. or personal disputes or issues that are critical of Nua- chah -aNb teak May 20 -21 to plan for upcoming treaty The Northern Region (NR) held an Information & original work Muds or groups. negotiations. invitational two -day workshop in contained in this newspaper is All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the writer The highlight of the two -day talks Tsaxana in the Council of Chiefs and may be re- and not necessarily with or copyright not will coincide the views pollees of the vuu -cMlt- however, was the Makah Nation whale chambers. produced without written Per- Thbd Council or its member First Nations. cold: hunt. Makah whalers harpooned There was 2 U2 days planed, but from mission whale on the roaming of May 17. other meetings needed NR representa- Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council Treaty negotiators congratulated byes. Treaty Managers. Chief, Coun- P.O. Box 1383, Pon Alberni, Makah Nation and expressed their cils, and administrators were the focus B.C. V9Y 7M2. Ipj!T feelings about the making ofha of the scheduled meeting. Northern Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 3Sbi. In describing his joy about the suc- Region Co- Chair, Archie Little attended Fax: (250) 723 -0463 mane whale hunt, Chief Mike both sessions. Printed at the Niemen. said, -Vic offer Makah our Ron Frank of Shelterwood is a land 11a= congratulations. This is a spiritual selection technical advisor to three Alberni Volley Times Shilth1Sa 4°1 John and Michael McCarty of Neah Bay invite delegates from the of SUBSCRIPTIONS Ha- Shihh -Sa Nowspaper, in conjunction with Tsawaayucs (Rainbow Gardens), wish awakening for it gives us back our Treaty Planning table to Neah Bay for the weekend celebration. The four First Nations. Ron chaired the to celebrate the Intematlonal Year of sense of identity" Ile also gave thanks meetings. $25.00 per year in Canada & the Older Person, by highlighting hunt whales," they explained. was a highly technical explanation of to the whale 'for giving itself to the The agendaage da had 14 items for discus - 83500/year U.S.A. and foreign Nuu -shah -nulth Wen. and the wonderful roles they play in our Ines. Michael McCarty pointed out the the Nisga'a title to their treaty lands. It world'. 'on purposes with. addition of countries. Payable to Nice- Irwin would like to suggest a Feature Elder, tall Ha- Shilth-Sa at (750) 724 -5757. hypocrisy of non -native society; 'They left more questions than answers for Ira tonal yea. of P.nm Angry about the negative publicity, fisheries items. Coke issues were chah -Lomb Tribal Council. a.. came here so that they may enjoy NCN negotiators. It was finally George Watts said, "Its colonialism all discussed Roger Dunlop, Nuu -chah- freedom of religion. Hunting is decided that more research into the over again. They're trying to put the Whales nulth Tribal Council Fisheries Biologist Editor -Manager, Southern part of our religion and now we are issue was required before firm deci- last nail in the coffin of our identity. introduced Paul Smith , e new worker Feature Elder: Tom Albert Jones being condemned for it." Ile added urns could be made. Region Reporter We are proud to be Nut- shah -ninth In the arts. that the only reason the Makah have not David Wiwchar By Dennis Bill in the logging industry. He said that it and never want to lose it. They want A background paper described Smith's hunted whale for 70 years was so that The Northern Region First (250) 7245757 Editorial Assistant was really easy for them. get jobs us to go back to the old ways of our position and the rationale alit, purpose the depleted whale stocks could rebuild. Nations brought forth an issue RfRaóardrslana net and as a result a lot of people went to culture but they took it away. Their in the Northern Region area. Many people don't realize how fast the the United States to get better paying greed is what stopped the whale hunt. dealing with rehabilitation of Paul Smith introduced the RAMS Office Manager Angry about the negative world changes They lined their and almost lands disturbed resource stewardship coordinator plan. First Annie Watts however Tom Albert jobs and with the knowledge Mat they pockets by wiped out the whale Now publicity, George Watts said, "/ts Nations identified specific areas of hashilth@lslandast Jones has sea many changes take were the best riggers in the industry. populations. extraction. place. Throughout his life he has He sad he never went into fishing they are saying 'How dare these colonialism all over again. dP IS look note f't Central Region Reporter 133 etched First Nations people go from because "1 always got seasick which Indians stand up and be Indian?' They're trying to put the last nail The Northern Region First Nations All four First Nations attended. Denise Ambrose k Ehanesaht hereditary and elected disenfranchised and lost individuals to a made me a poor fisherman," and with a in the coffin of our identity. We brought forth an issue dealing with (250) 725-2120 bodies attended along with their strong and proud people smile, "So I went into logging and are proud to he Nuu- ehah -nulth rehabilitation of lands disturbed by treaty sousirengialand.net brat. the ben rigger the.. was" Ile 10 manager and worker for the commu- and never want to lose it They resource extraction. According to One Northern Region Reporter He said be never went into said that he knew a lot of local fishes Frank, the province is only willing to nay on day two. The session began want us to go back to the old ways with bringing se to speed on Louise Amos 'c flaking because .1 triwayk got - vacs Who were really good at fishing rehabilitate lands retire standards that people ' of our culture but they look it understanding the Treaty Process. told me about s The how all the canneries S Al - (250) 283 -2012 seasick, which mode arc poor n. : I w.. sere in pla rharut that Ow Ì away. Their greed is what Lively discussion and dialogue ensued 580001 and left the west coast and moved to the destruction occurred. Ile pointed out @meil.lsland.nat fisherman," with smile, "So was net allowed in certain stores At the end of the day or at 'dinner mainland and caused a lot of First and Ir r An stopped the whale hunt. They that the further back in time that Tditori.d and I went Into logging and became theatres because they had a "No Indian time', the Northern Region Tribes Nations to lose their jobs or move to lined their pockets and almost resource occurred. the lower Production Assistants the best rigger there was." policy". As result he can remember committed themselves to assisting one - Vancouver to find more work. wiped out the whale populations. the environmental nstandards were. Dennis Bill & Kelly Foxcroh ping to the McPherson theatre in another upon request Now they are saying 'How dare Frank asked that NCN consider Tom lot about his days Victoria where Indians were allowed. Other topics for discussion purposes discussed he As a young man living in standardization of rehabilitation of lands these Indians stand up and be ,pent ' Vancouver and mono rat his He said It was a great place and he included: Vancouver, Tom can remember for all NCN tenitories. He agreed to do younger days. Tom is from Pacheedaht lord there. Indian?' Communication Skills Methods DEADLINE being dhcriminated against for going r La research.. the issue. and grew up in Pon Renfrew. Ile spent Tom served in the army towards the .a Treaty Manager, Vic Pearson, re- Documenceion and reporting Please note that theD&4WOS( foe his being Indian. life working in the logging and end of World War II. Although he Most NCN leaders at the table rose to viewed an internal workpin for the Treaty Preparation submissions for our next issue is Mike Men mimes speaks to the construction industry. said . never went to war duc to a broken praise the Makah for the courage they a.) Responses to Requests for He he . . mandate working groups. The 4:30 pm on worked a young man living in Vancouver, delegation about whaling. showed whale Information Friday, June 11, with many people and believed fore, he said, "It took a war to have during the hunt in the *ortolan set out issues that need to be can remember 1999. After date, that Indiatí riggers were An best ones Tom being discriminated Indians accepted for what they were... face of negative publicity, and b.) Requests for Information that material n Makah members, John and Michael protests worked on and target dates for comple- . ágainst for being Indian. He said he Arc.< going to live in our country even death threats. They assured the Strategies submitted &judged robe appro- McCarty arrived the following day to lion. The workplan was accepted and together. Let's not lie into each other Makah men that a large delegation of Land Selection Issues prime, cannot be guaranteed places formally invite NCN people wend assert by motion. anymore. Lets not be too NCN would attend the May 22 feast in Ha'wiih and Hahoulthee l demanding their 'Bank to Tradition' ant but, if stll/relevant, will be few lobo and we'll get along little better." He Neah Bay. Accountability included inthe following issue. McCarty explained that the Makah are said as result of World War II, First NCN delegates returned to business Terms of Reference the only American tribe that has the The next Nuu- chah -nulth In an ideal world, Nations people received Mc right to with body Sayers' delivery of the Budgeting Issues 'ght to hunt whales protected by Treaty Planning Meeting is submissions would be typed, vote and gained citizenship. Tripartite Standing Committee (TSC) Monthly Schedules treaty. -We gave up billions of dollars ranter than hand- written. Tom also stressed the importance of report. Land holding expert, Brace scheduled for June 21 22 Youth In timberland and the ensuing loss of education. Having gone to school for Woolley explained the Nrsgeamodel of self. Discipline Submitted photographs almen habitat through poor logging at Tsaxana. should includes Ná=Shilth? only couple of years at Coquileeta, land holding to the TSC members. It The Co-chair received direction from return address, Sa practices in exchange for the right to he learned lot about the world from his people in the North and Ron Frank a brief desaiglnofsubj.c. pho- living in it and not in a classroom. 'll do tie minutes paperwork loca¡des and faxs not applicable. Always Remember: "Today, children need to go to school TREATY AND PROGRAM INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR from the two day session. The session COVERAGE: Ha-Shi /th -Sa is YOUR newspaper. to aced. I can see it happening ended with the commitment to continue already. The new generation is aeon. NUU- CHAH -NULTH LIVING on the agenda with unfinished business. Please note that although we HaShiNh -5a belongs to every Nuu-chah-nulth person AWAY FROM HOME including pushing lot of things that we The next meeting date will be for- would certainly like to be able those who have passed on. and those who are not yet born. couldn't." warded to the First Nations offices. THIS IS THE CALENDAROF MEETINGSTO PROVIDE INFORMATIONABOUT YOUR loaner all stories and events, A community newspaper cannot exist without community Tom was born in Pon Renfrew and TREATY NEGOTIATIONS AND OTHER PROGRAMS. WE WILL UPDATE IS as well as submitted material, involvement: remembers never being away from TO TIME. HERE THE IN- FORMATION FOR THE NEXT FEW MONTHS: we can only do so subject to: If you have any great pictures you've taken, stories or poems there for too long because if you left Sufficient ads notice your reserve for to long you would lose as you've written, or artwork you have done, please let us know VICTORIA: THERE BEANOTHERMEETINGIN Ic'umtk'a your status as an Indian So every WILL VICTORIA ONJUNE 14.IT Reporter's availability at so we can include it in your newspaper. three Advisory for Histories, years he would return fora short WILL BE HELD AT THE JAMES BAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL ,140 the time of the event Also. it you have any thoughts or pm. Consti- concerns about making your period of time before leaving to another OSWEGO STREET, VICTORIA, PROMO pm UNTIL, Governance, and Editorial space available in newspaper SEATTLE: THERE BE A better, let us know that tool job. Most of his family has passed on WILL TREATY UPDATE MEETING AT TIE IEARI. WARREN tutions (forming govern- the paper 1. SESSION w. He has son, Thomas Jones, CTNTREONSATURDAY, JULY JI AND SUNDAY AUGUST THE ments). ON JULY 31 WILL CONSIST OF SUPPORT AND INFORMATION FOR THE Editorial deadlines being This year is HaShi/th -Sa's 25th year of serving the Nuu -chah- who lives in the United States. SURVIVORS OF THE RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS. MARIE RUSH WILL adhered to by contributors nulth First Nations. We look forward to your continued input Tom Albert long has aceomplished contact Harry Lucas ATTEND. THE TREATY UPDATE WILL TAKE PLACE ON AUGUST I. and support. lot and seen a lot of things throughout 724-5807 or 724 -5809 Klecol his life and he is pleased with how klecol David Wiwchar IF YOU NEED OTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE VIC 250 724 5757. or hues. mt. things have progressed so fr. CALL WILLARD GALLIC OR PEARSON AT Ha-Shilth-Sa-Sa Editor / Manager Ha- Shilth -Su, June 3. 1999 - Page 5

Page 4 - Ha- Shllth -Sec, one 3, 1999 vol. 1, No. 7 May 31, Ahousaht RCMP 25 Ycars Ago in Ha- Shilth -Sa 1974 DFO and Fishermen meet at Renew Contract By Denise Ambrose Friendship Center Central Region Reporter By David Wiwchar meting in Chill iwack. Northern Region Biologist It is hard to believe but it has already Southern Region Reporter N.T.C. Roger Dunlop suggested an In-Season been five years since Ahousaht wel- Advisory Group be formed. putting cooled an RCMP detachment into their Nuts- chap -nulth comments to the If fisheries observers on commercial community. The RCMP provides Department of Fisheries and Oceans vessels to aid accurate in- season stock policing services for the community on are any indication, it could be another a Tact basis. The original fi ye- Tong, hot summer on the west coast Greg Savard, UFO acting area chief, yearr contract expired on April I, Part salmon fishing grounds. said because there has been no Representatives of the Federal and ticeble improvement to Upper í' Provincial governments traveled to chah -nulth comments to If Nuu- Skeen and Thompson coho stocks Ahousaht on May 27 to renew the the Department of Fisheries and through conservation plans enacted last rue.. Also on hand was RCMP Oceans are any indication, il year, stringent fishing allocations will officials and pot iticalfl,eredilary leaden could be another long, hot sum- remain in place for the foreseeable "If there are so many Thompson River coho swimming off the west of Ahousaht. mer on the w rat mast elm. furor coastal Vancouver Island closing our salmon fisheries, why aren't The tern of the new contract is also five fishing grounds. According to Savard, considerations those little critters going back to the North Thompson?" years and is retroactive to April I. 1999. will he given for Somas area memo asked Ahousaht fisherman Sidney Sam. nial and sales fisheries for Barkley RCMP Inspector Grant said that he is Nuis- chah -nulth leaders, fishermen, Sound chinook and sockeye. Under the DFO allocation plan, Nuu - proud that the RCMP was chosen by fisheries staff and RAMS board Although the commercial fishery will 'These people have done shit -all for us chah -mlth Nations would be allowed Ahousaht to be their policing system embers gathered at the Pon Alberni Tim be able to elate chum (subject to over the past 110 years, said John Frank. a total of 40,000 sockeye, 25,000 Paul unveils Hupakwanum centrepiece for the neat five years. He hopes that Friendship Centre to discuss the latest asking fisheries when and chum, 37,000 coho, 25,000 chinook coho and steelhead concerns), mere I'm tired of By Louise Amos improvements can be made to the salmon allocation plans for the west way of life. The action of the individual and the Nuu- nullh-ah) or no opportunities wheel can fish. I say we just do it If and 6.000 pink, for a total of chid- heard the existing service by opening Island will be very limited Nonhem Region Reporter lines of coast of Vancouver (WCVI) iss a gauge of as honest and true words. The overall message is loud for net and troll fisheries for Fraser we need fish we just go out and get it." 137,210 salmon. and communications between the RCMP Nelson Kedah offered the opening feeling as the Old Buffalo we Sound sockeye, "We're prepared to talk about clear - should revere the family. and the guidance River sockeye, Barkley A display of historic and modern community. prayer, asking the creator's would call it Perhaps pink, and all chinook stacks. "We're bearing the brunt cons.. changing the allocation numbers," as family members we need to Hereditary Chief Corbett George ,I during these difficult discussions and works of the Nuu chah nulth Peoples Student, teacher, mentor, guides, ration concerns. Our reasonable said Laurie Gordon of OFO. "We can look tsiths and honestly assess our thanked the RCMP, political epresenta- negotiations will be at the Royal British Columbia inspiration let First Nations fish in places where and ads iiof are Some of the eaten f ly situations. Do we have "According to this plan, there is needs have to be taken care of and Museum lives and community members that N.T.C. Fisheries Program Manager Dr. reciprocal roles between nephew and recreational fishermen aren't able to the family lives we want? Can we made Ahousaht 's policing system a Don Hall opened the fisheries allocation almost no hope of making a this plan doesn't even meet our I . Them I e fish. But we really need to meet with do Is continuing improve our family structure? Art we reality. "I have tremendous respect for information session saying that the living as a commercial salmon basic needs." Ma -ii I -pa -tu low the different First Nations to discuss and Tim spoke to the importance of willing to be accountable to our the law," declared Chief George Department of Fisheries and Oceans We Revere the Family' is dedi- fisherman their individual requirements." family and the line people, the families? Am I behaving in a responsi- A signing ceremony was held at the to manage the (DFO) continues WCVI cated to the memory of his late schism. bly? Am !doing what 1 can to make LightHouse Youth Centre followed by a fishery without local knowledge and "Under the current plan, the allocation uncle, Moses Smith, the Old The family teachings of the Nuchmlaht my family life a good one? If we can luncheon. . lack of sensitivity of west coast allows only nine sockeye for each Ditidaht Daycare opens as Buffalo. and Chinhkintaht are sod into the honestly answer these kinds of ques- fisheries issues. Nuu-chah -nulth member," said chair responsibility to be involvedto make sculpture. tions to ourselves and our families, we Richard Watts. "What I want to know A collaborated the changes needed. The family is effort between the two Tim's family connections are also with Thompson River and are doing our family a good thing. If Troubled 's, after looking at Sparrow, Asaabuus" parties combined makes it possible for important. Ma -ii 1 -pa-tu reflects this the Hesquiaht Peoples. However, the we are not satisfied, it is an individual Georgia Strait echo stocks con - Delgamuukw and section 35.1 (of the the rest of the world to sea and hear teaching. Mani I -pa-tu piece reflects the Old Canadian Constitution) who came up By David Rrw. has. the history .eraser b i tinue to drive fisheries manage- ..,r from viewpoint. ' Buffalo's instruction to Tim Paul. with this number?" he asked. Southern Region Reporter The perspective Is- Nwr-ehah -nuhh. ment decisions:Also driving The brig nand dooumé, prepared 1 "Why is it that First Nations are the The exhibit, Out of the Mist, federal allocation decisions is the With the cutting of a strip of by the Provincial Media Information only groups to suffer from conserva- HuupuKwanum - Teed (translated) fact that this year is forecasted to cedar bark, a dream has become describes Tim's piece in part as a tion commis while all other fisheries "Treasures of the Numchah -nulth a reality. reflection of the vibrancy and artistry bea low- abundanceyear, based groups have free- for -all," asked Chiefs," will mn from July 3,1999 to of the Nuu -chah on the general overview of the -nulth culture today. Archie Little. April 30, 1999. Timeless values are ,e i The Ditidaht Daycare This a partial observation of the cycles of rivers and their "We put more than a million sockeye reflected in Tim Paul's commissioned sculpture. In a holistic perspective, the unique stocks. into Barkley Sound every year through Centre,. hid, has been in sculpture unveiled on May 14, 1999. spiritual element and essence pou the Uchucklesaht -ran Henderson operation for the past year Is Ma -ii I- patio (translatd) Ilow We [rayed and present in the work. Hatchery," said Charlie Cootee, adding Troubled Thompson River and Georgia and in planning for the past Revere the is Family' dedicated to the The family structure is captured in the Strait coho stocks continue to drive he's insulted his Fin Nation only gets 7 years, has officially memory of his late uncle, Moses moon. whale, mountain, panels, color, fisheries management decisions. Also a few thousand sockeye in return. name opened under the Smith, the Old Buffalo. Tim and Moses texture and the wood itself The earth, federal allocation decisions is you known of not, your driving arc a prime Asaabuus. amexample of what the piece water and the ocean are reflected in the the fact that this year is fore red to department is doing huge damage to Jack Thompson Ditidaht Chef Councillor presents - the importance of family subtle paints. From the eldest to the he low- abundmce year, based on the N." said Roy Alexander, special w ties and relationships. The Ditidaht Daycare Centre, along with the many people loo worked family youngest everyone has a role. general overview of the cycles of advisor to Nuu- chah -nulth fishermen. Everyone which has been in operation for to makeASaabuus a reality. has their own gift BC's rivers and their unique stocks. and it Is their job to the past year and in planning for Tim and Moses area prime the current plan, the do the work they have been blessed to As a mull. commercial fishermen will "Under that we began talking .beta daycare centre pr he past 7 years, has officially example of what the piece repre- do. The rock be severely restricted this year, while allocation allows only nine yuck- does capture the essence opened under the name for our said Elder The Edgar. sents -the importance of family J recreational anglers continue to benefit of what family is truly all about. It is eye for each \sais- chah -ninth Asaabuus. "Many, many years ago, the elders before us ties and family relationships. from DFO decisions. First Nations will the family who can make or break aI¡ member," said chair Richard According to Ernie Chester, sold.' you have something you cherish,g you also feel the pinch this year, as commu- systems, traditional and contemporary. C4, Watts. "What !want to know is... Asaabuus is the Ditidaht word have to treat it right'. We are doing today what Family Is the basis for the socioeco- The echoes the ancestors nal license allocations have also we're making things right of filled the for, "where precious little ones our elders have said, nomic and dropped dramatically who came up with this neither?. political structures of museum on May 14, 1999. The voice gather". for our precious little ones." culture, tradition and tribal laws. Family is rang today. Acknowledgment, After ihathe official were finished. "The Minister (of Fisheries and "It was a good many years ago e defines many important "The numbers of fish allocated aspects of our instruction and caution were voiced Oceans) has given us a framework that to First Nations are way less than il< we have to work within, said Savard. they had bought recreational if "We know the economic of the licenses and gone out with a rod wed coast, but given the realitiesneeds of Calendar of Upcoming Meetings and reel, "said Hall. northern coho stocks,.. we have to limit n YOUNG WARRIORS Ile bppm I areas where "The numbers of fish allocated to First these Thompson coho are" F O U N D A T I O N Nations are way less than if they had Although the Nuu -chap -nuhh salmon MEETING DATE TIME PLACE recreational licenses and gone allocation is unchanged from last year, bought 'Crazy Planning June 7 -S 9am. Archie Browning out with a rod and reel," said Hall. co -chair Richard Watts is concernedo SCARED STRAIGHT WORKSHOP Can.. Victoria "This plan is almost identical to the one these low numbers may have an impact a powerful awakening for youth ages 11 and up, this TSC June 9 -10 9am. Nato we caw last year," said Nelson Kennel on treaty negotiations. workshop covers alcohol, drugs, gangs, violence, prisons, Treaty Planning pine 21 "According to this plan, there is almost "DFO doesn't have the political balls -22 9am. Tswana self esteem and healthy role model development. Land hope of making a living as a corm to implement Sparrow, h Selection June 24 -25 Team. As i Fora seared straight workshop In your community Ar lunch of bmbequed and smoked July mere al salmon fisherman." Delgamuukw. on other datei siòns, "said e/6Sea AF 4ñ Treaty Planning S -6 9a.m. Semas Hall 7f' p sockeye was served up for the more Telephone 604- 983 -9813 or Fan 604983 -9013 One of the purposes Of this meeting is Watts. ''We're bearing the brunt of fisc July 7- 8 Tseshaht Cultural Centre than ISO guests. aadd to develop a WCVI Salmon Fisheries "..ashen concerns. Our reasonable ,r N.T.C. Regular Meeting July 15 -17 9 a.m. Maht Malls After lunch, the celebrations contin- weriiritioaaEOnares®abed mman iarewsufsrviciite Plan that could be presented at the June needs hare t he taken care of and this V toys atAsuabuus are ued, with spear dance and song 3 Aboriginal Fisheries Commission plan doesn't even meet our basic The new quickly put to ose by children. given to the school. r

Page 6 - Ha-ShlIth-Sa, june 3, 1999 Ha- Shllth -Sa, lune 3, 1999 - Page 7 Ka:'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k'tles7et'h' Activities greatly appreciated by the people in the Nuu- mu - y. To have a glass of clean, chah -nulth Woman's Grateful Recovery By Louise Amos planning a summer trip in and around HIV Patient Speaks clear water is noticed. The daily routine MEETING OF: Hello out Nereid just like to say sleep the first nigh[ if I did, I'd have grains and seafood, as the Di. sug- Northern Region Reposer Vancouver Island. Another avenue the of bathing and doing laundry is now how grateful I am to all my friends and nightmares. I don't know what the Who Knows? council is planning to sponsor is a amok Maybe I'll out on Virus pleasurable because the water Is clear. NUU- CHAH -NULTH relatives who were so concerned about matter was Gord took youth cant,. in Kelsmaht with the me up the the become art[ some day from eating A bit of God's paradise is in the my well -being. is The recovery has been I The community currently calving hospital. The doctor said 1 had a so muchm s seafood. Fat chance, eh? Ka:'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k'tles7ei h' Terri- Korean Mission Group. MEN By Tommy Boll the services of Counselling slow. But lank I've conquered it. I high white cell count, I had Mission Quu? sa that Thank you to the people who are for tory. The Email.. Korean couldn't walk HaSh/llhSa Graduate Phil Lucas. Phil will provide very for, or nor at all, picked up some infction, probably still telephoning and ending cards. Also Group b d t Vancouver. Th his services to the community. What: Nuu- Chah -Nulth without getting and angina attack. I want from the hospital. The doctor didn't many thanks to my, niece Karen little laughter and Mission group recently spent time in My name is Tommy Bill, I am HIV The child ren'. The isolated to say a very heartfelt thank you to tell me about post- surgical -trauma Webster, for the Indian communities resource Men's medicine, and Positive am gay the occasionalcries carry through the Northern Region Community of Meeting everyone who telephoned and I In Pon Alberni, services are limited compared to those ' from nor and syndrome. 1 had to find out for thanks to my sister Nellie for the nice which has been pretty hard. the air just as naturally as the ks:yec:ben' and it seems to be When: 25,1999.9:30 far, as happened in living in town or city centers. It is June this Richmond, B.C, myself When the cardiologist picture of our uncle, George Oldest positive and the people are receptive to I've lived in Vancouver for about I D eagle announces its presence. last April. I also want to thank the nice discharged me, appreciated when we a First Nation's a.m- 3:30p.m he did ask me if I Michelle Macdonald, thank you for all years and that is where 1 met my first Amidst the natural beauty of this the visitors. people for their kind and person is mere to assist fellow Nuu - words prayers, had any questions. I said "No" the help we received form you. I want The Tribe a Where: Hupacasath Hall boyfriend. isolated site, the people are busy. initiated Depuration and the beautiful flowers I received, and chah-nuith, because I was happy to be going you to know it is helping me get 1 have gone through different Program. The harvesting of contami- Why: To assess the need also the fresh stage foe fish and cod, and home. I had never had an operation ranger every day. !forgot to mention from HIV: memory loss, I at nated clam Is a III s licensed program I laming. Seals the dock. eagles soaring above Susan for men's support systems homemade buns received, form Al and as an adult, so I didn't expect to end the teacher, Bonita, and the students; Barney provided wish. for the God honest myth, I didn't and bear the village and the buyer is Len Limberis front Sharon Bean up in you visiting area Guarani .n Thank you, the hell l went through I cried many thanks for your card and beautiful C.M.H.C. workshop for tenants. Who: Nuu -chah -nulth have this virus, but I Ladysmith. and lint Harvey, for the -cholesterol have it now. The little children's laughter and the low over any little thing. !could, sleep words. Gordon Jr. read it to me while I Band Manager, Beverly Hanson stated Cukup & Male Friends of muffins and cook book, and occasional ties carry through the air the soup, the at night. I thought 1 wasw going to was in Richmond Hospital. All of these Susan honey provided a C.M,H.C. I wish it was likes cold and it just as naturally as the eagle announces the DFO licence is scoured and the Nuu nice card, and flowers. You're such good die. thoughts and are very workshop for tenants. Nine of the -chah -nulth prayers much 1 would go away, but !know , Into& cord and it its presence. Amidst the natural beauty project is to begin on Monday . May appreciate all that Two days after I got home, appreciated. l'll always cherish fifteen residents attended and the 31, There be you've done for us. won't go away. of this isolated site, the people are busy. low, will employment Ina, the nurse, paid me a visit. 1 was everybody's kindness and prayers. information was well received. Admin- IfYou have Questions for 15 members on each tide. I wish that I'd listened tomy glad to speak to a . Chief, council and administration professional about shoo. istration is helping the members to Please Do Not Hesitate To doctor and dietitian and counted my it was like a cold continue with duties at hand They also The opening of this harvest is only my problems. She suggested I read, hank and it would understand the established of From Mac Taylor process Call Daniel Jack Sr, At calories, but course, 1 I activities when the commercial clamming is (250) of didn't. I think nice thoughts, aeon go away, but know it won't go away. ecommunity housing issue through this housing closed. The level the 724-3232 neglected my health. I selected foods that or even It has been very had on my family planned and are in the process of sustainable of mules, pllyplay games on my program. high and harvest 4 600001ós, per year. Beverly in cholesterol, telling myself, computer. l felt better rhst speaking and friends especially on my mother. strengthening supporting one other. "were Information is helpful and it is useful eat better Kleco The school is humming with activity foresees this as an annual activity for Please be Advised that each I'll tomorrow: but tomorrow to her. Ina sent her brother Ray, the to all She has helped me cope with this virus. to know what agreements and what the arc This was often when Gord grief counselor, to talk 1 have had many friends die from this and it is good to sae sri many Nuu - the membership. community or individual tome loo, wording means. Ahousaht and and 1 were. meetings and eating out I was his 'rant It has ban very hard on me chah-nulth whether mudam or Another project is the Malksope seeking to attend will be and, rally thankful for Bev mentioned it is goad to have Nuu ate a lot of chums loo, because f Watershed Restoratio, Fisheries thinking to help. I also spoke to Gad: he's been Nuu l door know when loo staff. The principal and his staff are responsible for their own -chah -nulth M.-nu]. Tribal Council employes myself "I move around low Noshing through a Id of operations. I asked going to go. I guess this man like very open parental participation. Renewal , BC has allocated $ 50, 000 visible in their community and it is travel and expenses, will happen to me" (know l talking hoe he felt seer he got home from cancer n of. becauseu yen never They also make visitors fell coelome in for riparian work. The work is ongoing In the past Month, I have been hospi- appreciated. about spilled milk, that I have already had the hospital. l was know when you are going to go. Meir school. and the Tribe is continually making moat Ile coat tali., twice. Many prayed for me- the hart snack. What I'm trying to get at through the same thing I was going I'm on medicines and thanks to Or The Ks:'yu'k't'h' /Che:k'tles7et'h' application for funding to complete the Kleeo' Many sent well -wishes. Kleco! is, please don't neglect Montener in your health as I trough. It felt gad to unload my Vancouver, they're helping incouncil and administration are currently onerous project. Many came to visit me- Kleco! I feel did. Listen to the doctor if he says for fears and the unknown, onto my me to stay healthy. in the alma% stages ofa women's There is a tentatively scheduled Band United Native Nations News proud to be an Ahousaht member, a ample, don't have salt or fried foods. husband. he was very Some other things that help me to stay Sleeting slated informative. Nuu-chah -nulth Member' Kleco inference. This is in dims response for June 26 27. 1999. On Saturday May 15,1999, held to you UNN Without the generous time! hey have Take good care of yourself, whatever l a healthy are walking, god anyway, got little better every all! Kleco to all my gaging and inspiration of the recent women's Beverly stated the Tribe charters bus the came brothers and sisters public draw at the Women's put in, UNN would have had to close. your problem happens to be- be it day. night; rest and eating in a healthy way. in for your great love forme. A very conference held it Pon Alberni. The Campbell River to bring members to Conference. The first prize was a print Also from the agenda. UNN supports diabetes, heart problems, or any I look alter I also get exercise when doing my myself 100% special kleco ro my mom for displaying meeting held I Ile meeting at home. initial on May s, 1999 donated by Ron Hamilton titled "Breaking All the hound., produc- kind Indian dances back of disease. better now. I quit eating red meat, (getting into them) 7:00 The Headsstan Program is in the such unfailing love and care for my from pm. 11:30 p.m., with 23 Opetchesaht Tribe. The prize 1 second tion of cultural Nuu- chah -nulth Pd- When 1 got home from the fried foods, salt. I also don't have sing too, which helps connectd me to welfare. I love you more two words women in attendance. The one beginning stages and with Marc l ' a wood l". . was use detailing worth at on I and $100.00 latch the Capitol Theatre July I, hospital. got extremely III. 1 was chum.; Moles it is salt, sugar and our make helps me spiritually. help, ene can express You did is scheduled for May 25, 1999. The Leads, the Needs assessment donated by Pasch, Ave. Third Prize 2, 3, & 4. Please Contact Derry Willer fevered, and I thought than I was fat free. sound oath,: ran also diming any Indian language. going Doesn't good, eh? Í mother could do. you sacrificed first two days of the confer - portion has been completed is a which I had lost I women's $25.00 gill certificate. UNN would at (INN for information regarding raffle to have another angina enact I couldn't eat mom fruits and veggies, whole when moved off our yourself in an many wonderful ways. I ence in Port Alberni was reported by The funding is available to the like to express appreciation to Me ales. ticket info and other related reserve know that you'll continue to do so until Moan who attended. Marilyn Short, Ka:' yu'k't'h'/Che:k'tles7et'h'Peopla people who donated for the raffle. information. UNN supports endeavors Please contact your nurse, CHR, or I'm 100% better again! 1 love youy Nancy Glow and Patsy Nico!aye gave to develop their in the existing Funds will be used to pay for children's of the Elders Fund also Contact Roger doctor if are sexually active, of program mom. you a thorough overview and held high pre -school building. This is work in art and craft supplies during the Roberts at UNN regarding plans and share needles, have used unsterile In closing, I'd like to commend praise for the efforts by the committee progress. Marc submitted a write up in summer. First children's session will be implementation of the new equipment for tattoos, or are worried in process the Nanaimo hospital start who were end in particular, Marie Rush. the May 20, 1999 issue. on July 8, 1999 at Olpee - 900pne, "Account" Them is a lot of fundraising any way about HIV. l especially kind, helpful and considerate From these sessions. Ages all. UNN would like to Thank on for both areas. the plan will be of me. HIV tests are available formulated fora The recent new water supply is all the people who helped this raffle, AlAt theehe last Membership Meeting we Share your mini conference for Y talents most Monday afternoons at women in the community. greatly appreciated by the people especially those who donated prizes, discussed the proposed Constitutional WINNERS: Id prize - Riving, Kleco Everybody! the Friendship Center. The council is providing some financial in the calm ity.To have glass George changes and update. The groundwork 2nd prize Bob Tamara Friztche, assistance for a field trip for grades 3 - of clean, clear water is noticed. & 3rd has begun We are hoping for the final Luke H. Alfa, prize - R& I (as 6 and .,mall group of high school The daily routine of bathing and signed on ticket, ratif(cation process to he dealt with at luckily they left NUU- CHAH -NULTH students. The dates are May 30 to lune doing laundry know pleasurable their phone e.) the AGM. The Annual General Meeting with your elders GRADUATION CELEBRATION 5,1999. because the water is clear. A reminder that Monthly Membership will take place tentatively on July 29, Meetings ae held at the OWN office on 1999. Please conch for more specific Special EA, Counsellor. Bruce Carlos The Nuu- chah -nulth the last Tuesday of the mouth at information as the dare gets nearer. and teacher Crystal Niskasari arc In February - March , three new 125 Give demonstrations 7:00pm. The previous meeting was Four peopleeo finished the food Safe Graduation Celebration providing the experience that is at the kilowatt generators were installed. The finished Volunteers held on May 25. Agenda items included Certificate program held here in March. *And/or will be held ln: disposal for kids who live in urban synchronization helps with an overload teach basket recognition and appreciation tome Congratulations Phil Bouchard, Kelly comm and the fuel is barged in every tEl Port Alberni - /.// volunteers who have been keeping the Jeffrey, Linda Mallets and Sandra weaving, carving, neap will be educational and fun months. There are ongoing discussions Required for Maht blahs Gym V/ office open. Thank you Day Willer. Vissia. Membership, you asked for the oriented. The schedule and commuting of getting BC Hydro into the commu- Martin Tomren, Sandra Vissia, Linda course, it happened. painting, etc, between Ganda Island and Nanaimo nity. on Saturday, June 19, 1999 at 3:00 pm Maude, Sandra Ambrose, Stephen Our membership is well over 300, should be an adventure for the children The electricity we take for granted is the following - Lucas, Marianne Charleson, Bernadine (INN thanks everyone who come by We also need cultural The students are also participating in commodity the Ke:'yu:'k't'h'/ As Grad Is quickly approaching, please make sure to fax the Coyle- Petursan, Evelyn Book. Carol and appreciates all the volunteers who fund raising activities for the planned Che:k'tleslerh' people have lone entertainment following information to the N.T.C. office (250 oho, Roger Rechens and Marilyn Peter. have nude ouro activitiesa l a success -723 -0463) trip. wisely. Klan! tasks: to the attention of Angle Miller: The council and youth are also The recent new water supply is "After Hours Outreach Crisis Name of student from your tribe who is graduating Dan Legg, C.G.A. The school they are attending Intervention Services" Contact: Dena Tel: 724 -5655 Jay R. Norton, Their current telephone number and address F.C.G.A. The name opt their parent or guardian or contact 8:00 pm to 2:00 am - 7 days a week Taa .yaws person - including their address / telephone number. To commemorate volunteer Degruchy, Norton & Co., 720 -6140 week. We would like to say For more information please call Certified General Accountants "What is the After Hours Outreach Crisis Intervention Services ?" This is a program to increase and provide Support, Counselling, Mediation thanks to our past & Eileen Haggard at 724 -5757 and Crisis 2. aor,J445(:enru0etint.e. Bus: (250)714 -0185 Intervention on an After Hours Basis. Yore tIllern, l Fax:125111724-1774 present volunteers. Please remember to get your list to us as soon as possible so t 91 fan Office 723- 8281(8:30am to4,30pm) Fax: 723 -1877 that we can make all necessary arrangements for the grad 3555 -41h Ave., Pon Alberni, B.C. VOY 4H3 dinner. Kleco! Kleco! i Page 8 - HeoShilth -Sa, lune 3, 1999 Ha- Shilth -Sa, June 3, 1999 - Page 9

Backlash to Successful Hunt Dreamcatcher '99 arrives at Haa huu payuk gort Al5e9 .

Shows Ignorance, Intolerance. By Annie Waits actors had committed suicide". Metro> coping I aMilkSe Office Manager with it but said this had set him By Wayne Johnson Contrary to the image anti- whaling " on spun*. on a new path" and Mat For have perpe led, our ances- Tom Jackson's Concert Tour for HaShilthSo you (the audience) part of that jour- tors did not hunt whales b«mse they Suicide we Intervention & nry now" Immediately after the gray whale gave were rving. Our comer of the Empowerment Jackson said 'there is a huge problem, 't life to the Makah people last continent is richly abundant in food knd(rrp CAS *its Until European cultural influences im- aspen, in our communities that doesn't Monday Morning (May 17), our sources and our vibe is well off. To 'meted the traditional way of life, have a prejudice and doesn't arc about whaling crew prayed u best they could suggest that our grandfathers hunted dl Port Alberni Canada's First Nations did not have the what you look like. It's called the noise circling helicopters whales only because they had to- ant l saki. under of / I \ word suicide in their vocabulary. In the spirit It doesn't have anything to do and the scrutiny of live TV, and then that we should be perm*** do so Friendship Center past 10 years, - however, the problem of with our culture or our background and they raised their paddles in the air and only if we ere undernourished v Native suicide, and youth suicide in par- doesn't matter what religion you come celebrated success. assumes that whaling is a shameful ticular, has escalated to alarming pro- practice that should only be engaged News under dire circumstances. But whaling portions. In cases. the rate of Jackson said "there was an improve- Immediately after the gray whale l a k our way of life. We do not do it out suicide among Native populations is ment last year, that Alberta only had 450 Traditional gave up its life to the Makah hI Arts and of desperation. We are proud of it. quadruple the rate of those in white suicides last year. That's improve. people last Monday Morning o chi Tom Jackson, Crafts Support Group - counterparts. Many communities ere men. The statistics are the nsame here star of (May 17), our whaling crew reeling from the impact as Dreamt etcher Tour every Thursday from 7pm- I son disturbed by the enthusi- of the self asanywhere in t the country. We have to prayed as best they could under Renee Perpick and Mike Watts pose with members of the band Wide inflicted deaths asm with which many people of children, and are stop it and get involved". lie said he ant find the support you need you can 9pm, at the Port Alberni (I and the noise of circling helicopters Mouth Mason -r)Sh aura Verrault, Safwan dosed, Earl Pereira. arching for positive ways to approach "didn't go to the websium have joined the anti- Indian just come here to perform al- all. Phone calls are Friendship Center - 3555 Mike and Renee spent time with the hand at their concert in Whistler the issue. and methods (em- and the scrutiny of live TV, and in the concrete though** want to perform, as it was kept anonymous. Ask questions and if backlash that is growing in 4th Ave., Adults only! then they raised their paddles in after Mike won a contest sponsored by CFOX Radio Vancouver. pavement as forces of change. the joy of his life". Ile 'rams hnw ht. you ant get the answers there he said, fertile ground created by the Contact for the air and celebrated success. For being the 99'a caller, Mike won a Sony Playstation, a snowboard, ausehe loves us all and he needs our "see if you can find me, and finds*, Delving more basic lack of understanding most and an silks penses paid trip to the Wide Mouth Mason concert in "The tour is designed to not only help. Cause if we don't help we going one to help your. inf ration @723 -8281 Americans have of Indian history But captain of the team.. could not Whistler. promote awareness and empower- to lose our future, because 60% of those Jackson said he's "played many small and culture. that committed suicide halls and it feels wonderful celebrate until the whale was securely t A big Wide Mouth Mason fan, Mike said the concert was ment but most importantly to en- were young to be close" on the beach in the hands our -t.. to the audience to "see the smiling faces P,A. Friendship Center is of 'I awesome , and really enjoyed meeting the guys in his favorite hand. courage leaders to get involved in When the whale arrives the beach, Ile people. When that moment finally wool) on compared helping as "being a goalie and perhaps come back to see them offering a workshop on we we it for the intervention pro relates don't mourn it; thank stopping a puck from going in the net" we to youth suicide", Tom Jackson "Fetal Alcohol Syn- giving itself to us, then eat it That. and asked that we "help him in being Jackson said that people told him "Darn is how we show respect. it does not If that goalie" He wants to "intervene and enough that he was the inspiration.^ Ile drome/ Effect" with the emotional needs of many Dreameareher begins with a satisfy message by empower ourselves to do that". Jack- said "it's not me that's the inspiration, it Penny Cowan on June 28, white people in , I can only Tom Jackson to the elders and lades of son said "We have to recognize who are was you (the audience) and only you". soy that we have a long way to make the communities that they have the power 1999, 9am -3pm, No cost! leadership is, not so much as our law- There were CD's; warm for sale and this society truly multicultural. to affect change and inspire their youth. Everyone welcome! yers and our chiefs, our doctors but our a videotape called "The voices of Hope" For I am disturbed by the enthusiasm with Thisaddress is followed by a 75 minute friends and children " with elders who have taken the time to more information, call which many people have joined the 13""-. uncert featuring: Tom Jackson and his "We have all these people who are in speak on this issue of suicide. Delving@ anti-Indian backlash that is growing in ,2¡ band, Shannon Gaye, Joan Kennedy. and 723 -8281 our lives. If you have someone in your Jackson said he was "very happy to see the fertile ground created by the basic Duane Steele. life that you cherish, you should tell them people on that level of government take lack of understanding most Americans . we need to talk about this because that band in the responsibility in this cause-. have of nrskn 'history and culmre. The - On May 26, 1999 Tom Jackson - and other us where you In addition, "he wenlsw "Traditional ugly telephhne calls and email, that get the answers". "If you nuke sure you Grief and famous Country Artists held a very spe- don't talk about it you don't get the understand your community has - Loss/ Survivors of Sui- have come in since the hunt show the cial show called "Dramatcher Tour" at answers and you braced this project and the worst side humanity's intolerance. if don't ask the ques- with°. help of the Huhuupaÿ ak School Tseshaht cide of Loved Ones" with - v7.4 Ia on the tion" of the locals organizers you would have We have been told that we arc lazy' Reserve. "It's the most in not gotten the Ile thanked Marie Rush on June 30, drunk' our culture is a joke and important thing our ex- news-. the dirty' The stage was decorated with 3 giant and and 1999 that there should be another mudslide titer. if we don't say the word organizers the school that showed from 9am -4pm @ sized dramcatchers. Two First Nation suicide we'll him a little bit of 'their' life. to bury Noah Bay just like Ozone. never know-. "We have Port Alberni Freindship A young boy displays his success Vs designed flags hung on each end of the to talk about it Once we talk about it lie then introduced Shannon Gaye who stage which was full equipped with Center, Free Workshop! digging clams out of the huge fire - we n figure what can be done and gave autonishingperformancewhen she colorful lights, mist and sensational sound pit at Naafi Bay empower ourselves. Thais power and sang "Angel" by Sarah McLachlan, For more information, call equipment I that's we can which brought tears t0 some. Also the way turn it around ". per- Delving @723 -8281 on Monday evening, our whole village Tom Jackson entered the stage to a gee- There is fuming in came out to the beach to welcome the a web site that you can go to the show was Duane Steele, mom applause and said, "firs" of all, we log Kennedy whale, our guest of honor. It was and on to called the 1999 Dreamcncher loan who sang "Bouquet of are very honored,' beon tours., We ere oceasion of great joy. websiu created especially for the Tour ORE49R4 had a wonderful opportunity *travel and Tom To: All Nuchallahl Members Some people have criticized us for this by Health Canada (OS www.ho-sc.ac.cai Jackson himself is a man of many this is our last stop. We came here to do please the Rand celebration, saying that it should have mob or all the Kids HELP PHONE 24 talents, he joked, he sang, and more ill call Nuchatlaht _y\ o two things, of is one them to celebrate ! hours a 1 been a somber event and that we day, 7 days a week ® -100- *dandy. he left an important message Office at 724 -8609 if you have life, the other reason is more important should have mourned the whale the 661.6860. with us all. any students and would like (suicide)" way they imagine be proper., am so Ile said you can go toth's web 't and NTC(EJS) Scholarship applica- He spoke of "one his moments a fired Paul sad few chat about this of Watson's crew- and the The Death threats have become so subject or phone if you NTC's years arum., life ". He Congratulations lions. To meet Friday, July long line of saidhe "showed don't a missionaries and govern. common that we no longer keep have computer. There are hun- up for work one day and to Elizabeth Gus and Jack Cook, 9, 1999 deadline please request men! agents that preceded them. one of the young dads of people waiting talc &call count Others dust off the old term to If Cheri pushing their values on Metals winners offfa- Shihhofa's draw for Smith lemon you the cultural "savage" to hurl at us. My grandfather people and forms in advance. Thank you and telling us how and how not was also called than terms back when or tickets to DreamCatcher '99. to be Makah. My grandfather was good luck!! they harmed the potlatch and beat our Ìç They each one a pair of tickets proud to be a whaler and so am 1. Of children for speaking Makah. Now . or the event, sponsored by the course, we were ere joyed when the that whales have been elevated to a his Port Alberni Friendship Centre. Cheri Smith, Secretary/ Education whale arrived Carl Edgar prepares congratulatory sign for the Nests Bay Parade on the beach, our first near defied status in Euro- American hunt in so long and under such difficult culture, and most people think that wrap packages, these terms are ono When protesters on boats screamed conditions. meat comes in Styrofoam and plastic again directed at us. insults at us, threw flares and smoke Nuu- chah -nulth Scholarships Some people are suggesting that our bombs at us, ran over whales, and Once again, the Nuu- chah -ninth Tribal council will be offering Scholar- culture needs to "evolve" to "higher endangered the canoe, I was proud of ships to Nuuchah -nulth students in Grades one- twelve in recognition of understanding" of whales. has De- regulation (What is it ?) This the crew for ignoring them. They their expellent academic m'hkscncm and overall pnnicipation in school always been the assumption of non- on paddling and Monoplies have been shattered!! Choices for consum- stayed focused their activities. At least two scholarships will bcawarded per grade. Scholarship Indians, that whatever the Euro- drowned out the commotion by singing application can be obtain from }Ys the Ninskhal1.111110hTribal Council office al fad of the century is. ers & opprotunities for you and me, long distance America songs passed on to them by their 5000 mission Rd, Port Alberni,724 -5757, In the late 1 goo's and early 1900's, this grandfathers. calls* *pager* *Internet* *cable* *cell phoneslocal For 000000sful applicants a N.T.C. Scholarshipcelebrat ion will take energy was dinned into turning Makah It is this intense focus that has enabled place on Wednesday July 24,98 at the Maht Malts gym. Port Alberni. callinggas and electricity** are just the beginning. people into farmers. But our land and wait patiently gray whale L us to for the The deadline for applications is noon July 9, 1999. Applications must he our people are not suited for farming, s The timing is right. If interested in getting a residual to come off the endangered species list, suhmined complete or they will be rejected. we bent the Ney sent into o income everytime someone uses pitchforks and these ono songs of our ancestors For further information,please do not hesitate local' Blair Thompson or this equipment call halibut hooks and continued life DreamCntcherTror stars Joan Kennedy, Tom Jackson, Shannon Gaye, our of that we sang on the beach to welcome Eileen) laggard. Duane Steele played to an enmusastic crowd Robert at 752 -0558 harvesting from the sea and celebrate the return of the whale at Hanhuupayuk. Ha- Shilth -Sit. lune 3, 1999 - Page 11 Page 10 - Ha- Shildt-Sa, June 3, 1999 Network Protesters Remain Says No To Nuu- chah -nulth Whaling Culture Celebrates Revival a Makah in Neah Bay Whaling continued from page 1. by David Wiwchar Support Makah Southern Region Reporter rope Traditional Feast By David Wiwchar whale harpoon, woven cedar-bark t.. seal skin his bare chest, brought the from page I Southern Region Reporter and flown "It [the whale) has continued The First Nations Environmental Theron smiled, waved, and thanked Nation together, and has Makah Network (FNEN) makes no bones As won as Theron Parker sank the every voice in the crowd that shouted whale meat. brought all Native people to- atom the issue: they are against the Makah harpoon into their first Gray Weir congratulations. This was the first time that I would gether to celebrate the impor- Makers whale hunt. Whale in 70 years, media attention The crew exchanged high -fives with taste whale meat, a food that I, as a tance of our heritage, our culture, With 400 members across North quickly turned to the Nuu -chat- ninth, the young people who ran up to the Nuu -chah -ninth person, should have Ammo the FNEN has taken on with Nelson Central Region Co- canoe. and shook hands with the many and our vision of who we are es been brought up on. The meat looked Karl. issues in Clayoquot Sound, Halda chair, fielding most of the media calls elders who rose up out of their folding the Feet Peoples of this land somewhat like dark chicken meat. To Gwen. Ontario's remove. forests, and interviews. to crew members with smelled and tasted like corned chairs present and Quebec's Great Whale River. small, hand -made gins of appreciation. "These traditions are our survival," beef. West Coast Representative Steve As soon said Billy Frank of the Nisqually Nation, It is hard to describe my feelings after as Theron Parker sank awg Lawson, who found out ten years ago I i I was a ovation again greeted and president of the Northwest Indian tasting the roasted whale meat. the Makah harpoon into their first A standing "(wan of Ojibway heritage from Lake Fisheries Commission "What you see proud to be Nuu -chat- ninth -aht. I Gray Whale in 70 years, media the whaling crew as they carried of the Woods Ontario, has taken on here today is a steady now of life. a was relieved that, at least once in my atteationquiekly the canoe into the Neah Bay the whaling issue out of his home in turned to the continuation another generation. As lifetime, I would enjoy whale meat So High School Gymnasium w here Tondo. Nuu 'chah -ninth, with Nelson as we l have our songs, and we man; other NCN people have passed long still Keitlah, Central Region Co-chair, thousands of people waited for on without having had the opportunity =,u^- are together, that is our community and ( harken Hebert serves up -I war always tauter that you never fielding most of the media calls the celebration to really begin. the power than always there." to share in what was a most integral Reneging newspapers and other media whale blubber at the Neah Bay by David Wiwchar lake the life of fellow creature part of our culture; the whale. I felt outlets with their messages of protest. and interviews. Frank thanked the U.S. Government Southern Region Reporter High School Gymnasium 0h 1 dal dlfln d 4' A standing ovation again greeted the for recognizing the Makah Treaty honoured. Unfortunately, many of those messages there, the ram an'I there. "raia whaling crew as they carried the canoe signed in 1855; ribbon -bound copies of ere filled with a genuine lack of even BC Premier Glen Clark and "I don't think there'll be any protest- Lawson. to the Neah Bay High School Gymna- were handed out to everyone as families, many of the Canadian Nuu - many other NCN people have understanding, or were vehicles for Aboriginal Affairs MinisterGordon which So ers out there today," said, woman Man where thousands of people waited they entered the gym. bah -nulth First Nations emigrated passed on without having had the racism and Sea Shepherd Society Wilson were called into the debate, working the front counter of the Pon "Tradition is tradition and the past is for the celebration to really begin. another standing from areas south of the 49^ parallel rhetou ric. telling reporters that the province would Ben Johnson caused opportunity to share in what was Angeles Best Western Hotel 'Today is the put," said Lawson. "We learn by not ovation after thanking the U.S. Coast ands of years ago - The Seattle Times report. receiving signa treaty that allowed whaling most integral part of our cul- the Makah's day, so protesters would accumulating knowledge, and pick Guard for their support in policing the Nelson Keitlah, levy lack and Edgar many letters urging "a rearm to killing 'They knew all along this is one of our ture; the whale. I fell honoured. be stupid to show up." which Yalu... want to retain from hunt, keeping the many Charlie all rose to speak to the more Indians like in the Old Wild Wen-. substantive issues," said Keitlah. "AII of protester But show up they did. the past" gathered in 'That's the language of genocide," said a sudden he [Clark] says his government vessels at bay. than one thousand people More than Our hosts also served boiled whale 30 protesters gathered at "I was always taught Nat you never Write here, and we are here to stay, the Neah Bay High School Gymnasium, Dave Wellman, a research sociologists at is totally against iL But when we put it their familiar roadside spot outside take the life of a fellow creature meat, cooked and raw blubber. The the University of California, quoted in n the list there was no reaction from and we are going to continue to do and the center court became plugged (about a boiled meat tested like seal meat tome said 20 miles east of Neah without a real need. If the need isn't what we have been doing for thousands with Nuuchah -ninth singers, dancers the Semite Times. "But you don't hear either of the governments. Until now." Bay) holding sign that varied In tone there, the respect I thoroughly enjoyed it. The blubber, isnt there," said of years." said Johnson "The Makah and drummers. people saying man's time to hunt white hawser was different day. from "Please don't hunt whales", to Lawson. have a living treaty from whaling people when a couple of white men drag "They knew all along this is one of the more threatening "Save a Whale, Lawson added that The Makah Hunt again One hours, the a black man behind a cock in Texas." our substantive issues," said Over the next harpoon a Makah ". I picked up my raw piece of Despite sets e dangerous international peen. After dining on whale (see related -chah delega- the cultural significance and the Keitlah. "All a sudden he Canadian Nuu -ninth The protesters tried to bring their dent. as other Nations want to use the of story) it was time for the large Nuu - blubber and warily looked it over. scientific and legal facts of the Makah tion gave gifts to the whaling crew placards into Neah Bay to disrupt the traditional cultural argument of the [Clark' says his government is chah -ninth delegation Blake the Floor, It was thinly sliced, cold and light Hunt, protest groups were able to make and sang many songs ofcongratu- Makah celebrations, but were quickly Makah in implementingsimilar totally against it. But when we put with Robert Dennis Jr., dancing in pink. I told myself that l would much noise from the only tool they had. lafioasagdelation. stopped by timbal police blockade. harvests in their Nations. it on list there was no reaction members of thawed, First Nation. emotion. But u any marketing or - never know if I like it or not Meamvhilt the Sea Shepherd boat w LaWS071 alleges d io stook advertising specialist will ten you, from either of the governments Mote than 150 Nuimond -null1e 'Siena(( sat anchor. outside the the unless I try it. place between Makah and Japanese Over the next five hours, Canadian emotion isI the most powerful rhetorical Until now." embers made the journey to Neah 500 yard exclusion zone, playing the Nuuchah -nulth delegation gave gins to representatives to plan the possibility Bay, to celebrate the restoration of a beautiful sounds of Killer Whales for crew and sang many songs I picked up my raw piece of blubber of a produrnon plant for harvested A representative from Africa's event central to the whaling )col.Regardless of rationale, the debate over Currently sitting third in the cultural their collective the people gathered on shore, while a public and elation. and warily looked it over. It was thinly sea mammals, and also alleges the Masai people congratulated the histones. of congratulations whaling will exist n long as whaling opinion polls (behind the B.C. Liberals smaller boa darted in and out of Makah hired a public relations firm Harpooner Theron Parker was given e sliced, cold and light pink I told to happens, and even if it doesn't. Protests, and B.C. Reform Party), Clark and his Makah for their dedication know I Coast Guard patrol Zodiacs, yelling from New York to prepare the way name by Nelson Keitlah and terry lack. myself that I would never if protesters, and the protest industry will "We are here, and we are here to through a government are reluctant to back a culture and tradition. or not unless I try it I put a megaphone despite the fact for such a venture. Theron was visibly moved as the name likely continue to hover around Makah and stay, and we are going to con- small comer of the blubber in my that no one in the crowd could make According to Lawson, plans for such controversial issue that appears to be Chu- quo -silt -meek (meaning the fin on Nuuchah-nulth territories as long as "The whale has brought all of us tinue to do what we have been It was rubbery out what he was saying. processing facility have involved against the wishes of the majority of the right hand side of the whale) was mouth and bit down. whaling, forestry, fisheries, treaty, and together," said Makah Tribal Chairman In a 16' fiberglass runabout with Nuu -chat -ninth leaders, et'although no doing for thousands of years," bestowed upon him. and impossible to bite through. It self-determination issues exist. Ben Johnson. "It has brought the "Boycott Casinos" sloppily spray- one we spoke to had ever heard of said Johnson. "The Makah have 'Wive never given that big of a name tasted neither good nor bad to me. Keitlah recognizes there are some Nuu - Makah Nation together, and has painted on the sides, a pair of protest- such pi . living treaty from whaling outside our own community," said Along with the whale meat, our chah-nulth members who are against the brought all Native people together to Makah hosts served salmon and ers shouted insults at the people of "Whales touch peoples hearts," said again." Keitlah. "I was so happy when I saw whale hunt, especially amongst NCN celebrate the importance of our halibut, cooked to perfection. We Noah Bay, their guests, and the Coast Lawson. 'They are symbol because th Pet on the " wort Chief youth who gain much of their knowl- heritage, our and Guard vessels guarding the harbour. one the closest beings to culture, our vision of (Edgar Charlie). rushed were also offered salads, fresh veg- they're of Related to the Makah linguistically, Hanuquiì "I edge and form opinions who we are as the First Peoples this '"Ibis area is under formal boycott," us. There is telepathic communication many otters of nght away to celebrate this etables and fan. historically, ly and through down here cultural the man shouted through the mega- between us and them." through ma media coverage of amazing event with my Makah rela- I cannot thank the Makah people phone. His message only audible to issues such as l »wing. tions." enough for allowing me to share in the According to a FNEN brochure, their passing boats and the few people who to get the to The celebration lasted until the tables "Back to Tradition" feast. They have ...traditional India. "We're trying right hunt," clambered over the large boulders of mom .alum, we promote and Schools: were brought in the neat morning for given me treasured memories and said Keitlah, adding the right to hunt and "Indian Residential the breakwater. "You have seen the J moorage the work of protecting, breakfast at 8. During the early morn- awed pride in being a Nuu -chah- going hunting are two different things. The Nuu- chah -nulth last of our dollars." defending and healing Mother Earth ing hours, singers and dancers from nulth person. Klan, Klecol If any Nuu -chah -nulth "There has been a lot of negative Throughout the Makah's pursuit of and ourselves by linking grassroots Experience" Book near and far performed for the crowd. thoughts from non -Aboriginal people their first whale in more than 70 members would like indigenous groups and people nation- From Puyallup WA to the Blackfoot that take a very strong opinion of what These books have been years, protesters have made certain ally and Internationally. dancers of Montana, the smiting of to receive the Neil disdain was heard. laws on promises confrontation 're trying to do," said Keitlah. re- ordered and are once again e Makah's Treaty right to take a should the Nuuchah-nulth Nation "They're trying to dictate what our whale attracted Aboriginal people from World Council available from our seek a resumption of traditional taste -buds feel." round the globe to celebrate their Tswaayuus whaling Also avalable Nuu- chah -nulth Community and worms. return to tradition. and PAFC practices. -Nnn- chap -nullh Tribal council of Whalers Human Services Program Office. 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The Nootka Resource Board (NRB) into. free to January 2000 the Whale was also Central Region Reporter "Speaking as an individual Ahousaht This A the story of why the Spirit of And the Spirit of continues to be active in a variety of 10. Interest on loans prime rate plus a the member, lam opposed to whale hunting the Whale left the Makahs and above sad and went into hiding, because land use planning issues in the 2 %administration fee almost gone, and the few in general. 1 believe the whale is such an it was returned to them. whales were Tom Paul, Ahousahl Northern Region area. On May 12, 11. They are Ne lenders of the last were left were no longer sung to by the awesome, gentle creature Mat as "I guess I'm frustrated with our 1999 the group met in Zeballos as resort - generally lend when did the hunters coax humans can live in harmony with. A long time ago the Makah were people. No longer culture. We go by oral history and our scheduled. Phil Fenn, Ehettesaht Band regular sources will not. them into surrendering in the hunt, and Times have changed and we're a known as "The People of the elders say different things at different Manager attended. This submission is Fmhermore, the group did an overview the Spirit of the Whale became so changing people. and the Spirit of the Ames. One elder that made sense to based on his report and oral discus- preservation on the Fisheries Resin, Whale". so few, lam proud of our ancestors and the weak, as its numbers became oat, with Phil. Ehattesaht and lived within them and me is Louie Frank when he said, Chief Elect ring Adjustrnent Manures ( Whale that it almost disappeared completely. processes that they went through to 'We're a changing people and we and Council has given him the FRAM ).This is a new employment and walked among them and they then became unhappy catch a whale. The Makahs n always will be.' mandate to sit in as an observer and training program for 26 weeks and were happy. people because they did not have their I think whaling is just a political issue keep the council informed of the land offered to 60 individuals who have and they were I feel a spiritual connection with Spirit to guide them, and That we should be fighting for more use planning information in these been adversely affected. In attempts the Makah were the Whale. They A long time ago lonely for the Spirit of important things in our treaty like thew hale. I cannot support our session to assist displaced fishers or the as People of the Whale". without their spirits that known "The became so lost language and songs. people eontribetil ono the death of The NRB reviewed their mandate and downturn' of the fishing industry, this and the Spirit of the Whale lived within no longer knew what was the they f If we want to live in the past then I a whale. three points came to the foreground tended to provide wage walked among them and they knew that they were them and matter, they only think we need to do it 100% (meaning I'm for our rights be we don't have Lanka-at Vancouver Island Land and E.I. insurable weeks. A little catch them were happy. The whale brought unhappy and that they were missing Use Plan is it is available for no modem -day technology). I have to exercise them." only non El meat and oil and bone. they all knew they should something nothing against whaling if it is done ' Nos moral Land Use Charter is the eligible persons only. It will fill the its the whale gave freely All of parts, have 100% from Ne heart. basis for the NRB's Mission State- role of a contact between BC and the the Makah, and from the pans of the tribes he the White a whale blubber Everything they used was hand -made. to Then the many Chief Hauuquii (EdgarCharlie)happilyenjoys piece of I would ment communities. They are looking to hire like for our leaders to come Their prayers and spirituality enabled whale they made tools and ropes and Men, who had driven the whale almost the Makah feast in the Neah Bay High School Gymnasium. talk to us (the community) before Shard of 13, 7 Elected rad 8 Ap pan coordinator for FRAM and at them to harpoon a whale without all the from the whale they strong and took pity on the whale and grew to its death, making statements to the press on our pointed. (chalks resident biologist, Cristine early in the morning people leapt with great ioy The high -tech equipment. healthy. said "Let's leave it alone for a while, so and said "Come The Board the hunters was praised in behalf" identified a variety of Lenore has applied for the position. to feed the stom- and I'll fix it so that the boats of the bravery of I am proud to be NCN. But is was not just that it will come back and bring all process issues and concerns Mike Barker from Ka:'yu:'k't'h'/ song and the bravery of the whale was We have cows and chickens that are achs of the Makah that the whale riches it did before" White Men can't come" And when The Spirit the Whale 'We're a changing people and we A plan needs to be formulated to Che:k'tles]et'S' Traditional Territory is walked the Spiral Male taw th tth also praised. of being raised for our consumption. We came, the Spirit of the Whale of deal with the pressures land per to the Spirit of the Makah and always will be.' of hired at 10 hours week to promote with the Spirit Makah and they hunters were nervous with all the Mani don't need to hunt whales. lithe And the Spirit of Ihe Makah and resource access the FRAM concept. In a telephone the Spirit said "Let us walk again among our I feel a spiritual connection with the were happy. the attention and harassment, thought that people had and the Spirit of the Makah said The proposed Bylaw is pan ofa with Ken Talky, Execu- sang in praise of ant the whale to surrender by caress- people' Tom shared that his family opposed to whale. 1 cannot support our people The Makah people process covering the whole turned their backs on their own to the Spirit of the Whale, "I thank you the hunt except for his of live r of the Community the Whale and the Spirit of the N hale ing the bow of their canoe. young daughter contributing to the death of a whale. have given my people Vancouver Island Futures Development Corporation of and told spirit. Then they knew it was all right, that for the love you who is in favor of traditional whale I'm for our rights be we don't have to was pleased with their song Tabus Wilderness Committee and I hope that we can help our people hunting. Mt. Waddington suggested putting the Spirit of the Makah that the Makah the whale was surrendering to their exercise them. So they stopped chasing the whale to to become happy again." proposal - tabled for the next Mike and Christina as contact repre- people would be the People of the coaxing and bravery and the hunt was its death, and the whale slowly decided And that is how the Spirit of the Whale session sentatives. Whale, and that forever their two theirs.. live, after many years. But the Spirit was returned to the people of the Susan Lauder: A new approach to pesticide / Ka:' po:'k't'h' /Che:k'tleslet'h'Rep: spirits would walk together. to Then the people Menu. with a was hiding, herbicide application ( a 5 yr. Mike Barber , I 250 332 5350 Makah people sang of the of the Whale still tad. great potlatch and the hearts of the Makah And so. the period), intention is time was the Spirit of the Makah. cut on Zeballos representative: Comm bravery of the whale, and they sang of Hupacasath the applications process and a Lenore, 1 250 4137 Then the Spirit of the Makah took pity 761 the bravery of the whale hunters and al and dnlded N ,. waü POW M.orh of this Vial There was February IWO Summary to them in the hunt, on is unhappy People Calls the whale came C Fields Offensive Phone - Role Model time period. Shen on Regional MI help mat N. information RAMS( the Makah and the cone back and the.. Mu and the Spirit of The suggested name Ran Todd Management Society ). The unhappiness. The We were very honoured and proud to of Aquatic came to walk selves from their Wlwchar said Cathy. "But they're raising their Spirit of the Whale By David as alternate board member was Friends of Nootka Sound, spokesman Spirit told the people that it was to hear that our daughter, Susan was n together among the people and they Southern Region Reporter voices as if we had something picked as a role model for her comm- accepted Reid Robinson provided the NRB with scary to bring the Spirit of the do with the killing of the whale." were all happy, the whales and the in letter regarding the Landslide in the land. Only when nity. No First hewn, participation a the Spirits. Whale back to their Tom "Media" Happynook's office as people and As the Makah Tribal Offices were the last two NRB meetings Nomash River Drainage TFL 19. A the Spirits of the Whale and the Makahs president of the World Council of being barraged by threatening and copy also went pertinent recipients . with the people could We chose both Susan and her Vince Smith of Muddled walked together were Whalers was also busy receiving The Spirit of the Whale walked offensive telephone calls, so too resigned as a board member. For example the Premier, Minister of the people regain their happiness and unpleasant cans. husband Harry as good role with the Spirit of the Makah and the offices of the Nuu- chah -ninth NRB agenda is forwarded to the Fisheries and Oceans, BC Chief pride. According to Kathy Happynook, the models and have felt this way for they were happy. Tribal Council. MIA Forester, MOF, LOCO. NTC WFP and So the people listened to the Spirit and police were able to sack one particular several years. others received copy of the concerns decided to hunt the whale again in order caller who was harassing them with me the phone rings I regarding the landslide. This is good Then the Great Change came to the Whale back to 0Everyti Mount addinton( animus, to bring Ne Spirit of the ',Oil crap and the foulest language". We chose bah Susan and her husband Makah people The White Men came wonder it's going to be another Futures made a presentation to the ample soled Nuu -chah -ninth people the people. The Spirit of the Whale if Confronted by the police at his door- Harry and Susan Lauder Harry as good role models and have felt The raised included: the many people we can be to the land and pushed and fought and the people calling call about whaling," said Cathy. NRB. points of lobbying was overjoyed Whew step, the caller reportedly broke down this way for several years. We cultural do's. the I.I Base is in Port McNeil to address the concerns of Nuu

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Ahaminanuus Tourist Centre - Parents fighting amongst one half of the province that are much another weatahtn for my family and I. again no words province's River forecast Center says We wish to give a SPECIAL THANK deeper than at this time during the last Father begins a log mother, CHIEF MASI IRON (MARS) can screen ter appreciation. this will undoubtedly result in some By Alesna Sayers -Age 1I Alberni Valley Museum. 150 Parsec.] YOU to the two groups that supported high mowpuek year of 1997. Mother screams in pain T'SA.AH7LAANAAS CLAN Kleco!! Kleve!! Klsoo!! rapid melting of snowpack. Some shirts he And tears pour down her cheeks. conference with large financial The provincial government, through Bank of Montreal I em proud to be an Abousehl smaller creeks and rivers fed by - 5100.00 contributions. Thank you to the PRO the River Forecast Center, will continue 1 watch from the doorway, Chief Thaai and his wife Barb snowmelt will respond quickly, and Bargain Store Discount Member. I feel her pain inside me. VINCIAL GOVERNMENT GERARD this could result in localized flooding. end repro to the public on VIOLENCE Barlow _s- Walkman loti.. killdeers. of old Mama. .Signed, Adobes George JANSSEN and Thank you to the N.T.C. theflood as Haida Gwaii would take People next to such creeks should be potential situation Bootlegger Gin Certificate like to this Father is appraching me, COMMUNITY AND HUMAN SER- warranted. VERY VGLY Necker Electric opportunity Ica thank all those of Nu. aware that water can rise rapidly. $50.00 VICE BOARD. I try to run away, but am grabbed ITS BAD Chah -Ninth Nation ofUcluelet, for all Budget Rent. Car . A budget golf club On May 14th , 1999 And feel the poundings.. A Big Thank You to the N.T.C. and their wonderful support OUT OF CONTROL Canadian Tire Cooler and and assistance SCHOOL DISTRICT 470 for providing Today wee. "celebration," and I Father saps and walks away, LOTS OF FIGHTING discount during ChiefTlmsïs (Kenny's) would like to take He lava the house, mother and I the staff, mantels and equipment. ChieOanship Feast in This opportunity m EVIL THOUGHTS Chelan Engineering - $100.00 Old Masse) on Thank you BLAIR THOMPSON speak from the bottom of my heart, Head to grandmother's house to NOT NICE Choices and October 10 1998, which happened to ALL CERTIFICATESOF INDIAN STATUS, WHICH DONOT Chocolates - 10 boxes choc. his to the women this escape the danger. CALLINGNAMFS Ion RON ERICKSON. be Barb's birthday also. / g, that took DISPLAY AN EXPIRYDATE,MUSTBE RENEWED BEFORE FI gorgeous A Big Thank You to the FAf.It.ITA- It was a beautiful for to glad. ,iq mY 0I11 EVERYBODY CRYING Circle Dairy - Discount day the tussah I In JANUARY 1.2000 By Reggie Watts - Age 16 PENNY COWAN, 7laanaas ai I Auntie Ms. Marie Rush, Mrs. Char - Cliff and Deb Allen Leather Basketball TORS MARGARET Clan of Naden Harbor as 0 is very important that all registered Indians visit their Band lone Rampanen, Mrs. Geraldine Tom office. BY BETHANY WATTS- AGE 12 ffi C.D. EATON, JO5IE JOHNSTON, WILMA Kenny became Cheef of our territory. r Carry Case, etc. and the BC Regional Office of the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern KEITLA We would Ms. Ina Neri. Concise Computers Software e. H, SAMARA MARSHALL LU. like to take time now to I lake my hats to these wonderful Development to renew their Certificate of Indian status card if their status acknowledge those who made the off Dairy Queen - Super discount THOMSEN, TOMMY BILL, DANIEL long card does not contain an expiry date. It should be noted that all previous JACK, journey from your nation women they had so much to offer, Degmchy and Co. - 8100.00 MICHAEL McCARTHY. REG to witness Nonni and I enjoyed the time that I volun- versions ofthe status card will only be valid until 1 this histone Barbara January ,2000. Fairway Market - 7 SAM ANDNICK WATTS. A special event (mom) boxes of apply lard my serviced there. Thanks to The purpose of issuing Certificates of Indian Status cards is to verify thank you to KELLY JOHN and DIANE Beverly, Leo, Mitchell and Nicholas Holiday Inn (Victoria)- $100.00 Penny Cowan that Touchie, Gloria Valentine, and Elizabeth in the the cardholder is a registered Indian. Status cards am only useful if the Hospitality Inn - 3- $25.00 Gift GALLIC who came forward willingly to Chris and AIDS Dept Very Interesting topic. I photographs are current. It has come to our attention that some registered Certificates fill in at the last minute. Gertrude Woodward, Celea Cook, and had a In of , questions , to ask. I also Indians have been because somesour Thank as to Tim Sutherland. How'a, fleck, from denied wakes service providers have ques- Kaw -T -shins - 4 Shim you well NICK WATTS en the bottom of our hearts for all that you sat in about fluty negotia- aoned whether their cards are still valid. Ks moot Sound - and FIONA PORTER for WELCOM- rams 5100.00 atom. with heMs. Wesley (1 think), but did to make this feast one to remember To remedy this s[ ation, it has been decided that all status cards issued Ka:yukt /Che.ktlesletlt- 2 ING on behalf ofthe TSESHAHT,sg aaaí. forevbi. -" _ thatt wee, very interesting what we ore to individuals under the age of eighteen will have an expiry data of two (2) Lace il up - Sweatshirt FRMACA5A10Nnations. And thank yob First Nations Women, came up with. Looking t On a more personal note. I would like years and all status cards 'issued to individuals over the age of eighteen will Glass Books 2 Books once again to REG SAM for your We probably filled up the whole to wish wonderful Happy have an Lucky Printers Pen Set Kenny. expiry date of five (5) years from the data of issue. OPENING PRAYER. flipchan (oh well) Just kidding. I Fathers Day with love from our had This policy is effective immediately. Naeegsard's - Box of nail A Big Thank You to our KEY NOTE met some old school mates from children and Grandchildren, Leo Jr. and Air - 0200.00 It should be noted that the five -year expiry date does not mean that the Hoar SPEAKER - MARK MASSO. You did years ago. Paula Amos. II was nice Osborn Clark Ashley Touch., Leo Sr, Whin. cardholder ceases to be a registered Indian at the end Productions - 1200.00 ^great and Pm sure that you to catch up on the latest. The food of the five -year period. ion Hamm and Ryan. Paradise Café - 2 It only means that the cardholder intends to use Gift Certificmu inspired the students to reach for their was terrific, thanks to my cousin if the status card to obtain Barbara lr) Edgers ve Make up acerbic attain services and benefits, it must be renewed every five years. Pr- drama. Jason Titian and his pretty sister I.I Old Slash. B.0 Parks and Recreation - Facility Passes A Big Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact your Band Thank You to the VOLUN- Martha Titian proud son and daughter Quality Foods Box of &discount to office [or the Membership Clerk of the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council, but Aline, Robert Dennis Sr. and Jr. lead in Huu- ay -aht singers and fit TEERS who helped a out for the day, Marie Rush. They did an excellent on lunch please remember to A special thank you to MARIE oar t had said a speech a this session call ahead] or the Indian Registry and Band Lists Program, donee. Iiebw-, all Nuu -chah- Notion then joined in to lend their 1 afternoon tour and video presentation. Paul Richardson - $20.00 Gift Certifi- , thanking them for putting this eí(604)666 -2059. You can also visit out office in person at 120 -1550 Albemi to the JOHNNY who came all the way from yr Thank you to PARKS AND RECRE- voices Makah celebration at Noah Bay. oar for a book ingeher and 1 wanted to learn off of Street, Vancouver, BC. Our office is open between the hours of 9:00 AM Duncan to help out. ATION for the wonderful Riverbend Store 2 service cases of pop other people, and I and 400 PM, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. A Big Thank You to KELLY IOHNSEN leaven in the Robinson Photo - Disposable camera provided by STAFF of ECHO y AND VICKY WATTS for setting up the memory of my bones. I could go on and CENTER and the AQUATIC developing and on but to make a long story short. Post Secondary information table and to CENTER. Ridgeview (Gold River)- 5100.00 I wen the following day Me RCMP for dropping in to visit and and al in Safeway Box A Big Trunk You to the COMMUNI- - of fruit the Self Care with Louts Tamodh. She base with students. TIES that supported those attending Sour Dough Bakery - 3 Gift Cats - is an excellent role model, very well FAMILY CARE HOMES [ouchThank you to the PORT ALBERNI es and to the CHAPERONES who willing for pastry structured and she was very clear and MUSEUM for opening your doors to an attended the conference Taylors Flow.. Cuddly stuffed lot with the she spoke without regression and it students. was really good, later there was e - WANTED - Special recognition goes out to lunch and free draws that were AILED who as EVELYN a grandpa donated. They had a lot of positive i r. The Nu u -chop n ullhCommunilya nu Human Services Program s ent Mended the conference with her stuff that was tacked on the wall - grandson. looking for Nuu chah- nulthFirstNationsFamily Care Homey for "Affirmations" 1 thought that was a children in care. l he home would he expected to: very rewarding to say something nice

AND ESPECIALLY -THANK shoot ourselves, 1 that provide physically and emolronalh safe, nurturing family read so much on: -'1 YOU -to the STUDENTSwho it so neat ant attended. This conference was Once again things like this should to timon rage the vela and support child's tionshipmith the natural for you and we hope you learned happen every month or something. family from as well as enjoyed the because myself as a parent, mother. to work with the child's Social Worker and other care plan team "Decisions of Tomorrow Day for sister, daughter -in -law wife and members KUU -US CRISIS LINE Youth-. friend, 11 have so much that I lams to provide clear, reasonable and behavioral cspeemlins unique from ou because II love too word to child's needs 24 hrs/day - - 7 days e week Our apology in advance for anyone much ythat alone can't r we Pon Albemi, Bamfield, the West Coast, etc. we y have missed. We truly are enough. But ore strong and we as and be willing to participate in training in family care. (`r_ grateful for all the support we received individual human beings, have feelings The applicants will be requested to complete a Police Records .fsa 11:5) to make this day possible. and these feelings are true, sat catch Check and provide references. Teen Line - - 723 -2040 Klan! Klein! dose words auntie and hold on to Adult Line - - 723 -4050 them they belong to you If you are interested contact Charlotte Rampanen Toll free number 1- 800 -588 -8717 for long distance callers. NUU-CHAH-NULTHEDUCA- I remain in friendship- r Mrs. Carol R John - Mattersdorfer at (250) 724 -3232. Manned by adult and teen volunteers TION DEPARTMENT STAFF Reg Sam, a Taeshaht youth, helps facilitate the conference that look place concern, caring and curious..... on April 30 at Echo center. forget we not. Page 18 - Fie- $hlldt -So. lune 3. 1999 Ha- sham -Sa, June 3, 1999 - Page 19

NCN Student Graduates from UBC IZTF-1 II:7AY5 S h L 131:_. CONGRATULATIONS G)n Cidemvrium In Memory of Norma Smith- Clarion, Beery December 31, 1944 - Passed "In Memorjumn I would like to congratulate my brother Father's Happy Day to tey have aloe of fun with while it Crystal Clappis- Away on April 28, 1995. MICHAEI, Tad Williams for your gal PHILIP MANSON graduating darling David Jacobson Sr. I love you lasts. Norma was the ordeal Clyde Clam.. From a friend Carol R. John - Huu-ay-aht- 11960 from his Fisheries and Aquacultore always. Love Pearl the - 19991 heir., Manersdorfer. Completed her 2 daughterofJosephine George,. course after three years of hard Happy moterofthree daughters, Father's Day to Ray I Would also like to say "Happy year Business Dawn work. "Way logo Bro" From mum, Samuel Amos, Kelly Lucas, and Tyler. dear Sr. Love your son Dave 4th Birthday" to my niece the one and " Managementand Norma Our Michael passed away George, Norman, Danny, Susan, and Jacobson and Pearl. The grendmotheno Chancel er, only ..MS. Destiny Rose lohn Proud Finance course in gently at Kelowna General Hospital Kenneth, all your nieces and nephews. Happy Father's Dryden, Kyle, Brandon, Ruben and Day to Weil daughter of Mr. George Chester lohn Jr. MMalaspina( almama are are all very proud of you. Lave Sandra, Aaron. es well she was a step mother in Kelowna, BC on May 13, 1999. Koch. LeeAnne, and Mrs, Gloria lohn of Ahousaht B.C. in Nanaimo. She I a *Cunard Crystal Glob,,. Norma Sarah, Bruce and Ashley Kochan, Well my darling angel, have agood finished with lie was in the wonderful care of the { one mom is sadly missed by us f all, but we Happy 4" Birthday Clonissa Tate baby. A sister m Aretha lohn and one pride and courage Melanie Hansen of Ibe ahousaht Nation cherish the memories kind staffs the ICU Ward and of his on June Love Dad. graduate. from of her kind and 26. from Mom & coming into this world very soon... Love all she set as her UDC with a Bachelor of FAaea lion Degree. loving saw re. 'we roll Mama be Doctor, Mike Murphy. Mike Happy a Birthday to my your Auntie Carolk R lohn- goal. She A now grateful for the time we had and will granddaughter June present, she Clarissa Tate m Mattersdorfer, Uncle Donald, your J by Dennis Bill aimed her Bachelor of courageously and smilingly employed, always remember her smile and those rough 26. From Gramme Janie Editorial Education Degree, qualifying e cousins Samantha, Nicholas, Frederick Director of Tribal Assistant her to big dimples! Our love for Norma -man five-year battle with AIDS and won Happy Birthday to good and Jessica Masmrsdorfer. trainee Teaching Certificate. During the will live on In our hearts forever. My all the fights except the last. fiend. Remi Ton on May 23 and Happy 9th Birthday. my berg hand Mier five years of weeks ceremony she was ro happy even relative for Midi., 22 she family all wood like to give a big Happy Birthday to Dar& Mar Mickey Mike is sorely Leroy Tom Proud son of My martin Way to go Crystal. Everyone is so of macaws experience, dozens of began to laugh. After the cermony she Mankato the Coast Sam for the kind missed but lovingly on May 20. From Noreen Amos. Brenda Tom on May28n9 ?. may more proud of your achievement. Con. midterms end exams, numerous was a little embamssed, -My friend donation ors1900 00forfunerralex- remembered by his partner David, his Happy Anniversary to Mike& to come. From Carol Your relative. gratulation. Love from your Morn & papers, and countless hours of study- had just told me he had a wedgie" We Mom A special thanks tome 10. From sister Adeline, his three children Jo on June Noreen & Boys. June 16- Happy Birthday foully. &canna ing, Melanie Hansen can finally say, all had a good laugh about this as it communirsmombers of /wawan First Happy Birthday to a very Dawn Williams Love her mom and Nation lore tmir help in preparing our Sherry -Lyn, Michael, and Congratulations my daughter, "I'm done.' She had a look to her that Mows the kind of person Melanie special niece, Nellie Atleo on June 27. gramme and the rest of the family! HAPPY 9TH BIRTHDAVro family to send my mom home. Most Inez Paul for competing the 10km Sun the finality of her studies still had not Hansen is, fun and warm person Christopher and countless numbers Love Auntie Noreen, Eric, Stanley, Joe my nephew Damn taylor. My son we would like to give thanks to our sunk that Run on April 25 in Vancouver. Also the & Kyle in, perhaps tom row she who always has smile. of Me of friends in the Okanagan and family 1 would like to wish my sister Lorraine you are growing an fast, 1 remember relatives Nuu- chair- nulthwho 'Mien Life on the Edge Run in Ucldelet Happy will write another paper or study a little The cermony ended with a speech Birthday Mike David on John a happy 27th Birthday on June where you were a newborn still gave financial support,kleco, klem. on Vancouver Island. on Mothers Day. We are very proud of June OR bit more, but she given by he Love Auntie Noreen, Eric. lieb, as I doesn't have to and graduating class Your kindnesawillnH be forgotten!! I sure hope you have an awesome handsome ever! Remember will those tunes you, Inez. (Fast like Mom) Love, Stanley, Joe & Kyle she won't. repreroHilve Art Azak. Choo, Amos Keep Mikey,., day, take care. From len, Tim, Sash., always love you, and you are special. Art from the Dawn and Family Mom. Henderson and Gregory Jr. Happy In you were the best! Birthday to very - Dames and Tim Jr, From Auntie ten. Uncle Tim and a special cermony at the First Nisi e. Nation, began his speech with Happy Birthday to our special In Loving friend, Denise Ambrose on June Fully. s Longhouse in Sty- wet -tan Ilan. the remark, "Well, l guess we all have Memory of My brother This world will miss sour spirit, wonderful mom, Arlene Paul. We love 29. Michael M. Manson. From Noreen, Eric, Stanley, Joe! beautiful hall with four large house to get jobs now." Art told several I'd like to thank you very much, Mom. Enjoy your day Kyle all of these who helped us all through posts carved with various designs and soma about his educational on June career and 12. Angel, John and Carlene. Happy 35th Birthday en this rough time. AID'S- Kelowna- lune carved dons the ceremony began with his previous expertness and related Tern Happy 86 noonday to Gregory 11th mom my Ross, social worker in Kelowna (John Won wife. magner the graduating students them to how Memorial Charlie Jr. 28. day. entering the hall the students felt - Potlatch on June Enjoy your Rase George. Hope you have. greet Hugh, Tillicum Ile. Nanaimo, through a to Lave .Mom, Inez & Henderson. special ceremonial door thankful their families and Nations, the day you deserve it! love David, Lil' o Ehatesaht Band Office, lea loin for late Happy which is only used for such an event. proud, and knowledgable. Birthday 'DWI Greg Charlie Sr. decay, al tart .rinks & Corey. Band, all the nurses at Kelowna Gen- Alfred Keitlah Jr. We love yea.ou..Love Always, Inez, The students were brought in by the Melanie Hansen is the daughter of happy Birthday ran she following eral, all friends and co-workers in Henderson Eagle Song Dancers and taken Arnold and Beverly will be held in Port Alberni & Gregory how on people: lune 91h `Gooch" Sam, to their Hansen and no Vernon B.C. x Erne on September 23 & at 10th Ron Dick Sr, and also lune 10th seats on stage. In total there were fifty- a gmnddauaghter of Cosmos and Michael Manson is survived my his 26 the Hall. Justin leash's 36th! Happy Birthday 1' foe First Nations students graduating Catherine Frank of the Ahousaht First three children Sherry smith, Michael Alberni Athletic Buds! From John B Warts and Family. from UBC this yam. Nation. Watch for Melanie's sister, Manson Jr., Chris Manson, also loved Invitation extended by the

Congratulations to our sister Diane 1 May 19, 1999 - To a brother, of Among them was Melanie, who could Jamie, who will also be graduating dearly his panne' David okay Keitlah family. Gallic who graduated the Ouu ?asa mine .Mr. Leonard John, proud son of from not have asked for a better day, with from UBC next from the same pro- old Manson Counselling Course on May 28, 1999 Murray lone Sr. and Sara John of the at the sun shining and family members gram. Me Alberni Family and Friends of Mr. Mrs. Ahousaht First Nation. Today not only Pon Friendship Centre. Way & Charles Joseph go On August 7, did Lenny celebrate his honor Neap. to Diane! From your brother Dave 1998, Charles Butterfield lough and Julia Patricia Curley married at and family. 5153 River Road amongst a handful today. "Happy 30th Birthday" to my of (Ben& Clara Clappis, Molly Clappic, Chris Williams. Rita Curley, Ruth Curley and dear bro. Len also, had surgery on his Conine Curley), On Saturday, August 7, 1999 Ben & Clara and nose the same day. "Ouch" but he is Clams Rita Curley invite you to a dinner and dancing slowly recovering. Many more to came traditional at 5323 River Road Opelchesaht Hall. On this day we will hoar their love and commitment. Please my friend, brother, cousin and uncle. contact Molly Clappis at (250) 728- for more Happy I9^Binhday to Calvin Love from your sis. Carol, Donald, awae,bTULATIONSret nor 3078 info or RSVP. Louie I enjoy daughter Terri Robinson on hope you your day. Samantha, Nicholas, Fredrick, and Immediate Family of Charles and Julia Joseph From a friend. Baby Jess cessfully completeing her grade 12 Matterdorfer of Port Alberni Are asked to contact Molly (sister of Charles) at (250) 728 -3078 as soon es Happy Birthday to a special at Memo.. School. Our Daughter rt . B.C. possible. We need the whole family's support in order to make this day memorable. auntie Patsy George on lane 16 and continuing her Education at Malaspina Happy Birthday to a friend in ' hank you for your cooperation. Happy Birthday she Shawn on June 17 ", Ahousaht also, Mr. Gerald Titian, he College University inNaeai mo, haver day cur. would like her gad Love always celebrates his birthday ten. in may of fogy teaching Ilene J. George. certificate and return 1999. "How old now Ger ?" or how home to CRISIS LINE VOLUNTEERS WANTED I happy Birthday to a very special Ahoushht to teach one day. Keep young should I say. Well more locate The KUU -US CRISIS LINE is looking for both fundraising volunteers and phone Mom on June 18 Daisy George. With my working hard Terri, only you can friend. From your fiend Carol, line operators. The training for the phone line operators is sixty hours in length. love from your kids Ilene, Wayne Jr., make that a reality! Cousin Donald and your Waves in The training will be melee and will cover many areas including/ Family Vio- Jameson & baby Earl. Love you Lots, from mom. Pm Alberni. II Moo. Suicide, The grieving process, Mental Health Disorders, Addictions, Child Happy 19^ Anniversary on dad shown and your son Imiah Jessie Mack(Thomas), proud Welfare, as well as many others. After you have completed three hundred hours May 17, 1999 Gloria and Gerry Fred son of my friend Effie Mack (nee), and of phone line work, a cenificao in Crisis Intervention will be awarded. Jr. Yon are both blessed, with long late We would like to thank lot of people any uncle Me. Gilbert Thomas. Happy 22i° Anniversary The KUU -US CRISIS LINE is a confidential twenty-four hour service which rives, love, friends and family that Happy who helped our daughter Terri to my soul mate/husband Dave Birthday there cousin on May problem .solves with its callers and gives the appropriate referrals based on the love you. May good fortune be 22, 19991 complete her schooling, without your Watts on June 1999 Your Mom told me it was il, Love always Annie. rods of the caner. The Crisis Line operates twenty-four hours a day, yours, help seven days may you always be safe and your she could never have done it . birthday) a week. For the past 3 years the Crisis Line has serviced wide geographical area strong, and may you always bring joy First of all to Mammas Staff, Greg HAPPY 35THBIRTHDAYto "Congratulations" a daughter, a Happy 27" Anniversary to Batty h' h Include, Pon Alberni, Bamfield, the West Coast, Be, The Crisis Line is and to others, & Louis, laughter You are both living doll, my cousin beaina watts path lack and the teaching you Liz Hanson on June 17th, Hope manned by and 1 a Maggie Gus on June 3, 1999. From bah adult teen volunteers. The Crisis Line Operates both a Teen special precious people, we love yon (nee) Thomas, staff for being very supportive. To all you have a great day, take wet proud daughter of my Dave& Annie Watts &Loom care From Please Note: Line which can be reached at 723 -2040 and an Adult tine which can be reached both. "Happy the hearted Anniversary." With Helen . kind people 'THE lens Tim, Sartre, Auntie Chases. She gave birth Ducey and Tim Jr. at 723-4050, The Crisis Line also offers a toll tree number for long distance love Mom & Daddy D. DABYSITTERS ", N.T.C. Offices, and many K darling banana girl on May 2nd, Zack from Fiji, Happy 10th Birthday to our son callers. Happy Birthday to my princess 1999 in Happy 23íb Anniversary for Tune Harvey, Doris, Sevin, Kevin, Shawn Anthony Francis First Victoria B.C. We would love to Yonne 1 sure hope Nation offices will be Classes for volunteers are organized on a when -needed basis. Met Anne Billy. Love always Mom see her Love Ist m Aeolk /( ;mania - Frank, and to Iraiah's 2nd mom our you get your wish, became Tina! from your cousin MiaBoo you dosed on done 21 The classes will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6:OOpm - (Pearl). good for Carol, odes and kids. Dade /Pam. Haggard friend Delia Larisha Campbell deserve old son, we love you end you IO:oOpm. Happy 6 "Birthday for National Aboriginal Day. to Alfred Also to Lawrence and his Wishing you all the best for the giving uo so much of your time are special, keep smiling handsome. Knighton and Happy 13" Birthday to for our grandson. Leto, kleco to you From Mom. The Port girlfriend, delivered ahnuncing "girl." next 25 yean- Dad, S. Darcey and Alberni Friendship To book asappoinl rant for an interview or for more information call Anita George. Love auntie Pearl all from the bottom hearts. and Congratulations my dear friend of our Tim Jr. Centre remains the Business Dave Jacobson. Loads of Love, From open. Crisis Line Office at 723 -2323, Monday -Friday 8:00am Lawrence. It's a joy to be a parent and Wayne, Esher, Inn Robinson Mike, Renee and taught. and Shawn Frank. q:OOpm. Agni for Tanya, 1 V Page 20 - Ha-Shilth -Sa, lune 3, 1999

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To All Nuu- ehah -nulth First Natrons Members, Rond Managers, Attention Ahousaht Band Members Career Opportunities CHR's, Health Clerks and Band Membership Clerks: 1§. If you have any events that happen in your life such as marriage. divorce. birth, death, name change and especially "transfers" please NUUCHAH MEDICAL NOT the Bend. -NULTH FAMILY GROUP HOME COVERAGE AUTOMATIC When you submit your documentsdeco nn lotto Nuuchah -nulth Tribal Council The Nuu -chah -ninth Community and ffitr Human Service Program is seeking Suu- office it is chah -ninth couple to su up Reference Recent Is :mans bills were received at the NTC (Non -Insured Health just as important to submit these and operate Nuu -chah -nullh family group lame Too challenging for Benefits Section) (NIHB) from parents requesting payment under this plan. documents to the Ahousaht Band. imagers is not My office hour are Tuesday mornings from 9:00 am. to 12:00: noon. Pf) 1 Ifa child registered with Indian Affairs and the province there is no medi- Responsibilities of the applicant(s): cal coverage. Therefore, FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR PAYMENT OF You can contact Robert Atico at the Ahousaht Band Office. . must hewn mined to providing MEDICAL VISITS, X -RAYS, ETC. WILL FALL Phone (250)670 -9531 or fax (250) 670 -9696. a phmial and emotionally safe, nunuring, tarn ON THE PARENTS! ily environment (A Indian Affairs cannot and WILL NOT PAY any bills without full coverage. mire will be expected to encourage and support the adolescents' Remember, unless a child is REGISTERED with both Indian Affairs (Status A HOUSA HT TREATY ACCESS NUMBER: relationships with Tseshaht Youth Service theireatmded family Card) and the medical plan (MSP Card) two very important medical I -877- 246 -8728 (1- 877- AHOUSAT) celebrates success provincial provide basic life skin traimng for theedoksaoas factors apply: TOLL FREE FOR AHOUSAHT TREATY INFORMATION. Development Canada (ORne), the neourageandparticipate in Nuuchah- nulthcultunl activities a. The is This number can also be used for faxing or call 670 -9566. By David Wiwchu child covered under the parent medically, for only three Tseshaht Youth Project involved be willing lo worker pan of a team with the adolescent's social Southern Region worker and months; and Reporter academic and cultural studies, fogs other professionals h Once the child reaches I year of age then they are no longer sing on career development and hire and supervise. child care worker and relief staff The Tseshaht Youth Service Canada covered under the for: Important Notice To All People planning, job readiness skills, and berating to participate in on going training in behavior management,dedingwith NIHB program equipment; supplies; Project celebrated its first wave of drugs; improving self- awareness and esteem. delinquent and aggressive behaviors,FASTE,gdefandlus,sepamionissuce,at- dental; and optical. turves, as students graduated from marmot of DITIDAHT (NITINAHT) Ancestry problems. appaopriaremeepinc. dreg and alcohol. and effects of Normally, a child reaching 19 years of age requires (her or his)own medical care the unique program onto bigger and The Ditidaht (Nttinaht) Nation is in the process of negotiating a Treaty. "I learned a lot," echoed Jamie phyaiol.manaut snout abase end neglect card. A child can maintain medical coverage up to age 25 when in full -time brighter futures as a result. It is important that all persons of Ditidaht Ancestry identify themselves in attendance at a post secondary institution, that is approved by the Jensen. I did a lot of things I provincial to Qualifications order participate and benefit from the Treaty. didn't think do. found medical commission. With the Tseshaht Treaty Office I could I The appsBanns) should have Anyone who is not already a Registered Member of Ditidaht should a background knowledge of Mild development, candid It takes 6ms 8 +eels to obtain. these coverage cards! Stan the process boardroom filled with out that I actually had a brain resolution behavior management, alcohol immediately contact Shelley Edgar, Ditidaht Membership Clerk/IRA at this the magnifi- and drug issues, listening skills, report writ- immediately! Do not assume it is done! Follow up with this until you have both and could do the work studded inn and budget skills. toll free cent projects produced by the 15 if I A first aid course is required or completion of one in a year. cards! number 1- 888 -745 -3366. Questions to be directed to the Band Membership Clerks, or the NTC and put tory mind to it" The applicant(s) will he requested m completean approval proms including Aka,Creamer now MOSCOW e ware o renew yarcadfr adraa. parer ts,lastrnctorsaoil apolice (Registry Office 724 -5757. f t recent check provide references and a radical aeD.Nt red rna e. heel/ Iconeskalrran Ire families gathered in the adjacent Robert CD -AWC Student learned to speak the Tseshaht The applicant should own a vehicle and have valid British Clasen, NIHB Program Supervisor Ip dale tágayour area la rice areas cards. /I room to celebrate the real Columbia driver's license. benefit language, carve and paint tradioonal Address Applications to: of the program- improved self- Attention: Martha Crank ATTENTION esteem th rough ATTENTION greater cultural Nuu -chah -mitts Community and Human Semas HESQUTAHT BAND To All Ehattesaht Membership understanding. P. O. Box IMO HUU-AY -AHT BAND MEMBERSHIP The Ehattesaht Band Office would like you to phone or mail in your current Pon Alberni, British Columbia - MEMBERS We are currently updating our address address and phone number in order to keep you updated on any band business With the Tseshaht Treaty Office TOY 7M2 We need your address. and phone number list for all band or meetings to be held. Thank you. Our address is: boardroom filled with the magnificent membership. Ehattesaht Band Office projects produced by the IS students, Please call the I too -ay.o tBand Please forward to our LONG BEACH P.O. Box 59 parents, instructors and MODEL FOREST (LBMF) Office at office at i- 877 -232 -i iOO(tollfree) families B.C. gathered in the adjacent room to JOB AVAILABILITY A reminder to Zeballos, Ï- H88ú44-4555 updateyourCRliligk CRITERIA: FIRST Iii "LTa s;+; ¡YS Ti ---sr-o LIMP 2AO celebrate the real benefit of the pro- u.s NATIONS,9E URNINOSI'UDEPrrAN[ILPpROPRIA It of Indian Status CaW air9Itse 'r or n Phone: (250)761 -0155 gram - improved self-esteem through . 2000. Lisa Sabbas. Membership, Huu- ay-abt Treaty Office m will Fay' 12301761-4136 greater cultural understanding. "Fm Mannt trmoorm memoir (250)723 -MOO be travelling tonic various cities in the I really proud of what I've done 1 To All Ehattesaht Membership Working with the next month. Please contact her for Ma -Monk development corporation and LBMF To help coordinate h Hello to you all. I am the Ehattesaht Secretary and the Ehattesaht Memhér and develop either in pan or in whole, forestry initiatives related further information and dates. to:local form ship Clerk. Please get all your new babies registered. Ifyou would like you management, capacity building, and sustainable forest based business and traditional ecological knowledge Willingness tococel is amass Location ALL children registered, I will need your child's large birth certificate, and you will TdbSkluein ATTENTION MOWACHAHT/ Trevor Little displays his mask . need to sign aeons.' form that you are requesting your child to be regis- MUCHALAHT FIRST NATION carved during his studies with the Research tram tered under your band number. I hope lobe hearing from you. Working wid 4 BAND MEMBERS Tseshaht Youth Service Canada LBMF on the "First Nations Perspective on Wildlife Inventory." To From Lorraine John interview and dialogue with elders of Om Neu- Chah-NUlth First Nations to determine We are always updating our mailing list and we are looking for yore adder! Project the significance of Flora and Fauna oleo regionto the NTC people. To work in If you have moved or have not updated your address in the last few years, we would conjunction with a Traditional Ecological Knowledge working group to formulae like then from you! Tseshaht designs, construction skills, protocols and intellectual property rights lithe dictated tapes. took Please give there a one (230) NO-2013 to kre your address or you may math, english, science, and Location: Ucluelet ATTENTION upgrading mite it to Bra 45 9, Cold River, B.C.,VOP I (io. Please pass this message on to other courses through North band members who may not aeon opportunity to red this. Tseshaht Membership residing off reserve; you must Island College, and learnt how to GIStrWw succeed We need endued mailing addresses oral, our members for Medicahmemhersbip apply for 1hnd Membership. If you are showing on the D.I.A. Toby Watts holds his Killer in today's competitive job Two Positions to work and learn how unmoor within the Arc View n1.S program. market. end new moms. Please contact Roberta Savey to register your baby, list it does not mean that you are on Tseshaht's Registry Band Whale mask. -a add and view data List, and you must apply for "1 really enjoyed this program," said analyzing and editing data Band Membership. Newborns hroughtht,e "said Lillian jem; Trevor Little. 'I've to go -creating theoretical project based on local as always still need Large Birth Celli Noma form here at the Band Office to decided back issues. MAILING HA -SHILTH -SA mums to be filled out Deletions, school thanks to lane [tones location: Ahousaht and UCluclet transfers, deuhs, marriages, change of name still must "We learned a lot about our culture and TO NUU- CHAH -NULTH MEMBERS be recorded as an event that happened I Project Coordinator]." has no that 1 may change the Band list our language, and 1 was able to or to "I learned a lm," Interpreter Trainee accordingly. Tseshaht Membership Administrator echoed Jamie Jensen. and contact person is Lisa North Island College," said taste) "I a partnership with the First I ta-o-qui -ahl is did a lot of things I didn't think I Nations to provide student with the HaShtlthSa looking for addresses of Nuu chah -nulth members Robinson 1 who are at -588- 724 -1225 1 toll free number or fax 250 -724 -4185. loam. "Now want to go back to opportunity lotion interpreter at II could do. II found out that, actually skills the Rainforest Interpretive Centre in Torino. NOT receiving the paper. HaShüthSa is free for all Nuu- chah -nubh meta' drool." had a brain and The cedent will learn Mota lume ecology that will interpret what is happening in our borsht,. Kyoto want to receive could do the work if I HàShilthSa please send name (including your Partially funded by Human Resources foreststo visitors at studied and put my mind to the RIC. Location: Tolima middle name or initials) to Annie Watts an it" To all Tla -o-qui -aht First ATTENTION LONG BEACH HoShiNh So Nation Nations Please send resumes UCLUELET BAND glig by mail, fax, deliver of email to : P.O. Box 1383 [II á-Sbilth'Sá Membership The Long Beach Model Forest Society Port MEMBERS LIVING Alberni, B.C. - ' .... WANTED I P.O Box 1119 UCluelet,BC VOR 3A0 IN te V9Y7M2 We need to update our mailing list. NANAIMO Fax( 250 )726 -7269 Email [email protected] A Nuu -shah -ninth name for our drop -1a First Name: Initial: _Last Name: Please forward your most recent at the Port Alberni mm Mailing If you Friendship Centre that means total wellness of mind, body, Address: address to our need new status card or and spirit. City: Administration address@ need to renew yourcard- please It could be a young mother who drops In wanting Informer Postal Code: Tla- o-qui -aht First Nations call the Ucluelel Band Office lion CHILDCARE WORKER about her young baby: or someone might be In crisis First Nation: P.O. Box 18 @726 -7342. We will compile a The Nuu- chah- oulthCommun ity and Human Services Program is seeking r about their relationship. Some people might come for an STD list and select to go Child in (You must enter your First a dote to the test.. Care Worker the Gold Riva area to work I C [New Norton lobe on our Int) Tofino, B.C. Someone might be worried that they have HIV or Diabe- with children aged S to Nanaimo Friendship Centre to tes years, on a one- to- one basis. VOR 220 or high blood presume. There are many reasons a person The successful applicant will work closely wid Change of address low casrn i Attention: Hazel Curley issue status cards. could drop In. the social worker and the Band family care worker to provide recreations 3 Please contact Penny Cowan at 724 -1281 H you have activities, life skills instruction and education in personal health and safety. These Nun -shah -ninth name for our drop in. activities will be carried out alter school or on the weekends. Please Wilt resume to: Mary Pat Thompson, P.O. Box 428, Gold River, B.C.,. \ Ill' I GO

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Ha- Shilth -Sa, June 3, 1999 - Page 23 On being a Alberni Valley Health Advisory Committee An invitation to all Single Parent Wire looking for interested comma- health issues and priorities. First Nations! CI.ASSIFII:1)S n ity members° participate on the Individuals with an interest or BOAT FOR SALE ri Julie, Jared /Jared, Julie 1 would like to take this time to write Alberni Valley Health Advisory expertise in health issues for seniors MV Ropo -no license. 40' fiberglass. THE FOLLOWING y, about being a single parent. 1 have been Committee. or youth would complement the skills Whereforartthou? Ex -freezer troller. Fully equipped. "AI" LICENSES 11 single parent of four sons for the past The Advisory Committee advises and interests of the existing members. Protecting Sheldon's parents are getting I & Freezer system only 2 years old. Harold ARE FOR SALE r 10 years and today, Dove no regrets. and assists the Central Vancouver married this summer and we wan Meetings are usually once per ninth. I. My oldest son is link (2230)670.231 tr -, living on his own and Island Regional Health Board in the For more information call Irene Sharing you there! Callus.... is managing quire well. 1 hose three ongoing identification CFV29665 36.751T ofcommunity I Inn to at 723 -8919. FOR SALE sons at honerom who are my pride and joy FORREST FOR SALE 4e'E -troller. Call Robert Sr. (250) and the reason for getting out of bed Traditional If anyone would like to )F).. BOARDROOM V-6 1993 Z -24 Chevy Cavalier -Tur- 724 -4799 every morning. purchase this "Al? salmon SPACE quoise ,Convertible- BlackTop, In very 1 made the choice NUU -CHAH- NULTH/WCVI of raising my sons REGIONAL Knowledge license, please mail or fax At the Treahaht good condition-one owner, CD Player - 14 myself for their own safety, physically your written offer to: AQUATIC MANAGEMENT SOCIETY Administrative Buildings For more Pioneer. (Like New), A/C, Diamond and emotionally. What 1 don't SEND informatiencall the Tseshahl Fini Coated All Around, Auto, Dti vas good Box 77, chalet B.C. VOR Phone /fax: (250) ADDRESS understand is 340. 726 -7083/ Express . the other parent not your views Numcbahmulth Economic Nations Offbeat in the snow, Price reduced to 57200 wanting to ever be of their lives; 7434 (250) 724-1225. pan and help set protocols) CHANGES TO Development Corporation firm (as is) Serious inquiries only.

may it be showing love, helping : out Email: sustain(&island.net Annie Watts, P.O. Rar lido, Call (250)723 -6135 FOR financially without any hesitation, or a Ha- Shilth -Sa Office Manager Port Alberni, B.C. SALE simply phone call or birthday card. My 7112 For sale or made to order; rings, brace Cordially invites you tom informative meeting where you can learn P.O. Box 1383 Does the other parent ever stop to think Join the lets, pendants, brooches, casings & and ask questions about Regional Aquatic Management on the Wert Port Alberni. B.C. how much these kinds of gestures bolo ties. Tim Taylor, 1034 Ecool FOR SALE Coast of Vancouver Island. If your interested in how you can Traditional V9Y 7M2 would mean to their 1 attain children? do my Place, Pon Alberni, B.C., VOY 94 or take oser contract -1 cell phone a more active role in your community best to understand what the other parent come and be our guestto Ecological Phone: (250)724.5757 Phone:723 -8170. call 723 -4461 might be going through or that there are scuss our idea for anewdirection. Fax: (250) 723 -0463 -otokL.aY'a, FOR SALE issues that he/she might have to deal Knowledge Native designed jewellery on gold or sil - FOR SALE with bout this moment, it is very Date: Wednesday,lune23, 1999 Names are deleted fromthe ,; rings earrings, bracelets, pendants Authentic genuine basketweaving difficult Working Group Tine 7:30pn Ha- Shilth -Sa mailing list only by r Gideon Smith. Phone 923 -3550. grass.) corner grass. colored swamp The saddest part olio all is, the other 1982 Mazda RX7, Excellent condition Place: Tsexana Conference Room when papers are returned as FOR SALE grass & swamp grass. Call Linda parent is the one that has the biggest lady driven, low km's, 2 extra new Gold River, B.C. undeliverable Native designed jewellery; silver, cop- Edgar at(250)745- 3885. loss. For me, watching my sons grow at Tin Wis tires included. $3,500 o.b.o. Call per, gold engreving,stone setting. Con- each day is like another gold nugget For More Info Contact Paul Smith: 250- 283 -2142 (250) 954 -9404 after 6 p.m. and on mow beng on June 10, 1999 test Gordon Dick by phone 723 -8611 ((( put aside witch has nude caw F inaN: [email protected] weekends Ce11:720.6518 or Cell 954 -9404 imam A. ' little bit wealthier. 1 feel that today,) am Nootka Resource Board funded Board. from 9 am -4 pm s Mawaain. 1\ the richest r parent not financially but The next session is a workshop to be IF you plan to share files (over continued from page 13 NUU -CHAH -NULTH NATIVE with all the respect, lose and courage held on lune 8, 1999 and a meeting the Micron), you should save it in PRFSENI IRIS to LANGUAGE mat moi my sons have showed me. 'consultative' phase This growing be held on lune 9, 1999 at Tsaxana. If Please contact the following format Rich Text For- COUPONaSAVE 1999 Ha- Sh //th -Sa Transcribing in phonetics - for meetings, All you single pergola. !know what it industry currently has 400 tenures you are in the area, drop by. Come and mat (.rt). Don't forget to let us "= Nadine Spence research projects, personal use. Hourly aedSonarno is like to see your children snuggle or generating 15 million dollars and il see what the NRB is doing in the Nuu. know what program you are using. Press Schedule rates. Phone Harry Lucas at 724 -5807. S10.OFFWITH MIN. S160. achieve their goals and I admire you and seems to be aviso opportunity for a chah- nulthNorthem Region Traditional (250) 726 -7263 Ever wonder ashy Ha- -Sa Shilth Deadline Issue Printing OR SZS.OFF W I TH MI N. 5250. your children for being able to focus of town and Pop operation. Tenn,. asks which First Nation you are June I1 - June 17 accomplish what There is still a development FOR SALE you need to in order to of policy to from? This is how we keep Sum June 25 - June30 SUrViVe in this world. As for the absent deal with the expansion of existing HELLO out than to our Nuu- ehab -nulth members In Carvings for sale. If you are interested Munn'. chah -ninth subscribers ate av Westcoast... parent think about your son or daughter tenures. Local Boards - Local control. July9 - July 15- in native carvings such as coffee table a Are you Interested in participating in one of he following or all the activities? from paying subscribers for billing. u Transition House and maybe what you could do to This is an idea common to both Nuu - July23 - July 29 leav,cmessage tote brighten their world. chah-nulth and the NRB. However, the Aug6 - Aug 12 lave message for Charlie Mickey a. Emergency Shelter Pa luck dinners 4 Horse Children indications Socializing Mercury Outboard Motor. For Abused Women will cherish memories and are clear the NRB does have Aug20 - Aug26 724 -6609 or do Box 40, Zeballoa B.C. Fundraising Real good condition. Used only in make sure that their access to land use planing Coordinatingamivities and their Children bowlful envies materials. Sept 3 - Sept 9 VOP 2A0 Cultural -singing, dancing, stories Committee member fresh water. Asking $400.00. Call on call 24 hours will be forever etched into their harts s The Nuu -chah -ninth do haven open Working with the youth Youth Tom @ 283 -2483 Sept 17 - Sept 23 and minds. invitation to (mend and participate as 726 -2020 T. S. G. TRUCKING SERV ICE Dances Arranging Oct 1 - Oct 7 Board Members. So, keep an eye and workshops Driver LOST Moving and Hauling, Reasonable Neme withheld by request an ear open Willis ongoing Provincially Help w /set-up at gatherings Oct 15 - Oct 21 LANGUAGE CLASSES Helping with cleanup at gatherings Newsletter 1 leather NBA Spalding basketball, has 29 - Nov 4 Rates. Tom Gus, 5231 Hector Road Oct at Hall Baking for menu- marines Involving name on it (Bob), also has initials on it House& others 12 - 18 Port Albemi, B.C. Phone: (250) 724- Nov Nov Language Instructor - ATTENTION: Elder's gathering Assisting with phone calls beside NBA (B.R.) Lost at Ridez tour- ALL AHOUSAHT MEMBERS Nov26 - Dec 2 3975 miscellaneous tasks nament on March 5.7 final game. Re- Tat Tatoosh This is just a reminder to you all. if you have any new events happening '- ward. Please call 720.0289 pager or Dec 10 - Dec 16 Monday and Thursday Nights such as: birth, death, marriage, divorce especially `transfers" please notify Bobby Rupert (250)724/5453 at home. For more information on deadline 7 pm to9 pm the Ahousaht Office. We hope to inspire, involve and include you with our activities. There are no CANOE BUILDING / printing dates, and advertising Parenting Skills for Parents& Tots limitations to what action can take place. Bring your ideas or your support Will build canoes*, teach how When you submit these documents to the NTC office, please do not forget whether your input is small or extremely involved. Every bit helps. You. head rates, call David Wiwchar,Ha- Fridays from 3 -4 pm to submit a copy tote Ahousahtofce to build canoe for anyone for membership purposes. the saying, The more the Merrier!" FOR SALE hilthSa Editor / Manager, al EVERYONEIS WELCOME interested. From Beach Canoe to If you are interested In Ogle. pan with one of the activities or all those Gillnet patching web, brand new. (250)724 -5757 cuukleco YomsTndy, 40 foster. listed, please contact us, Ili ein Vas Non

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"The secret of business in the 90's is relationships & SERVICES and what you do with them!" Buffalo Child. 1. Aboriginal Business Canada (ABC): focus areas are tourism, If running your own company means enjoying the rewards of doing what you technology, youth and innovation for business loans love, it also means taking the responsibility to ensure things are done right. 2. General Business Loan Fund: open to all 1st Nations living warehouse in the middle of the night to fill a Whether this entails going into the within the Nuu -chah -nulth Territories this fund provides loans to all last minute order, or working an I 8-hour day to meet a deadline, operating a sectors and sizes of business business often includes long days, irregular meals and little sleep. 3. Economic Diversification(WD): small to mid -sized To help keep mind and body functioning smoothly while you build your business, Western the Young Entrepreneurs Association has identified three key elements for business loans staying physically fit and mentally sharp: 4. Forest Industry Business Program: forestry related business loans I. fitness and nutrition 5. Persons With a Disability Program: small business loans for 2. proper time management 3'' persons with a disability 3. getting professional help to keep your business on track 6. First Citizen's Fund: business loans including a 40% forgivable loan component And, to keep your businesses healthy remember, the old rules of space, time, 7. Youth Programs: small business loans for youth - described as business category and loyalty no longer apply. anyone between the ages of 19 & 29 inclusive- training, mentoring Technology is changing space, time, category and loyalty by: and business counseling 8. NTC: Nuu -chah -nulth borrowers a forgivable loan all but eliminating the home and work distance, offers r putting the market place on a twenty -four hour clock, component blurring category lines in virtual malls and, 9. Fisheries Fund: fisheries related business loans offering seemingly unlimited options to today's internet shoppers. 10. Feasibility Studies and Business Planning: funds may be available to assist with large projects So, what does apply? According to Angus Reid, these are the new rules: 11. Training: limited funding available to assist the business training needs of NEDC clients ride the four waves: technology, globalization, demography and 12. FirstHost: a customer service training program for all front line values service givers trademarks = trustmarks: how you drive trust in your business is 13. Community Economic Development: community planning, critical because there are so many choices workshops, facilitation and capacity building mass customization: deliver highly customized products on a high volume - eg: internet auto malls go deep: go deeper into the wallets of existing customers rather than All loans and programs are subject to eligibility criteria. For more counting on new customers specific information about a business loan or support program, avoid toxic companies: these are ones that think only of the com- please contact the NEDC main office at 250.724.3131 pany good and not the employee. In this highly competitive time human resources can be your most valuable asset r. social capital sells: your core -values are very important

So, foster your unique abilities and don't be afraid of failure - remember it's just an opportunity to start over a little bit smarter. a I P WORKSHOPS NEDC is considering hosting the following workshops: r% Tla- o- qui -aht First Nation Open House 1. Y2K: a hands -on approach, using a Plans are in the works for a new gas station, convenience workbook that offers actual solutions to store and arts & crafts shop at Esowista on Long Beach. the Year 2000 computer problem, includ- Partial funding for the project has been secured and work ing state of preparedness, SME challenges continues. and action planning. Facilitated by West- ern Diversification or Benny Williams is holding an open house so that interested Industry Canada 2. Selling to the Government: the basics of persons may review draft plans of the project. The open accessing public sector or government house will be held during the week of June 7 - 12 at 221 markets. Facilitated by Industry Canada. Esowista. atE If you are interested in attending either or both of these workshops please contact Katherine Robinson at 250.724.3131

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

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