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A. OTTAWA KILLING BOTH 0 .. , ormirsowassipw~ ,gato I. 4 NATIVE AND J r NON -NATIVE 1 _> COMMUNITIES The Standing Committee on Fisheries made its report on April 2nd. The entire salmon fishery of British Columbia is in the midst of an environmental and mismanagement crisis due to problems with coho, the lack of a U.S. Canada treaty, and ocean warming, and communities on this coast both native and non -native, . are experiencing infrastructure and social collapse. . In the midst of this mess, the focus on the pilot sales program ÿt. r set up under the Aboriginal Fishing Strategy is extremely unfortunate. r Dan Edwards, Executive Director of the West Coast Sustainability Association states "When the Mifflin Plan came TSESHAHT PAINTING PRIDE PROJECT down, the native villages of Kyuquot and Ahousaht on the West Front Row: Richard Dick, Jimmy Mack, Will Sam, Alex Antoine. Coast of Vancouver Island lost fifty percent of their fishing boats Back Row - Wil Robinson, Geoff Gus, Jed Dick, Barry Watts, and fifty percent of their community employment. Many of the Nathan Watts and Co- ordinator Jessie Stephens. 4 smaller non -native communities are in a similar predicament. There More on page 12. has been no real transition strategy in place to deal with the Mifflin policy." Joy Thorkelson of Prince Rupert says " Prince Rupert has three fisheries transition workers and 2000 clients and has had only Fisheries Minister Meets with First Nations enough project money to put forty seven people to work in the last Summit Leaders eight months. And now the three transition workers are being told they are no longer needed. These are the real issues for our Aboriginal leaders representing First Nations in the BC community." Treaty Negotiations process are in North Vancouver "At the meeting of the Standing Committee in Port Alberni April 15 -17 for a meeting of the First Nations Summit our local aboriginal commercial fishery wasn't even an issue." (FNS). . recalled Richard Watts from the Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council and Of note is the attendance of the Honourable David Tseshaht First Nation, and a participant in the Somass River Anderson, Federal Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on April aboriginal commercial fishery. " We presented to the Standing 15th. Committee the real issues for communities and fishermen of the Minister Anderson will be in attendance to hear First west coast -the devastating impact of the Mifflin Plan and El Nino, Nation's concerns with respect to the current policies on the impact that another bad salmon year will have on all our Fisheries Management in BC, as well as to hear information on fishermen, native and non -native. Now the Survival Coalition and the BC treaty process. their Reform Party supporters are trying to make aboriginal fishing an issue again. We moved beyond the finger pointing and are Some fisheries- related topics currently of interest to First finding solutions through the regional management of our resources Nations include: that will benefit the resources, commercial, sport, and aboriginal fishermen, and our communities. Future of the Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy, This attention to aboriginal commercial fisheries is a Delgamuukw court decision in relation to fisheries issues, distraction that moves us back to the old ways of fighting amongst ourselves." Pilot sales, Consultation processes.

INSIDE POSTAGE PAID IN PORT ALBERNI, B.C. RETURN POSTAGE GUARANTEED If undeliverable, please return to: Future of NTC Discussed at Treatyÿ Planningg ... Pageg 3 Ha- Shilth -Sa, P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Seattle Treaty Update Meeting Page 5 yIAND A Huu- ay -aht Land Presentation Page 6 .f tA Kyuquot School Cultural Week Page 10 4/75 m Painting Pride Project Feast Page 12 NEDC Host Fishermen's 14 Forum in Tofino Page J .1 2 HA- SHILTH -SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA 3 FUTURE NTC O move towards being proactive rather than reactive. LETTERS & KLECOS OF DISCUSSED 4. should he a blending of traditional and contemporary processes. Ha-SY18th -Sa ne wspeper is Ha- Shilth -Sa will include letters received from its readers All letters O presently Nuu -shah -nulth operating with delegated authority published by the Nuu -chah- most be signed by the writer and have the writer's name, address & phone AT TREATY PLANNING from the Province. nulth Tribal Council for number (if any) on it. Names can be withheld by request. distribution to the members of We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, SESSION fourteen MARCH 25/' 98: The planning meeting was scheduled to continue the grammar and good taste. We will definitely not publish letters dealing with -nulth on March 25 & 26 ,but because of the passing of Tseshaht elder Nuu -chah First tribal or personal disputes issues that are critical of shah or Nuu- -nalth On March 24th Nuu- chah -nulth delegates met fora treaty Watts Sr. was . Nations individuals or grasps. Charlie it decided,to postpone Some representatives as well as other interested planning session at the Somers Hall. from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans were I scheduled to groups All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the and individuals. The day had been set aside to discuss the future relationship attend writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the the meeting so this pan went ahead, with permission from & original work between First Nations and the Central Nuu -chah -nulth government. Information Nuu -shah -suhh Tribal Council or its member First Nations. the family. i this The gave on contained newspaper is delegates direction which programs and services will Some of the issues that were discussed with the DFO people and may not be KLECO FROM MARILYN will have on I copyright THANK YOU! allot my children. wa be administered by the Tribal Council, post- treaty. and which ones included the proposed Regional Management Board, licensing of reproduced without written KEITLAH AND extremely devastated and in FAMILY templet will be delivered by First Nations. new species and the overt sling of herring stocks. permission from: denial when my children were taken To get the discussion I, Later. would like to say a On behalf of Marilyn started representatives from each First MARCH 31/198. Treaty planning resumed on March 31st. It was Roue ha -ninth Tribal Council It took me to look into one I their hurt Nation made comments very big Thank you to Francis Jdcs Keitlah and her family, I would like on the direction that they wish to go in the decided to defer the rest of the agenda dealing with the "Future P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, eyes and to see they were honing more for what you did for my cousins, to send a warm thanks to all those future. e Relationship the NTC with Nations" &C. VOY 7M2. than I was, my baby's aching heart of First until another meeting. the Justin Family. That was very people that gave her the support Some of the points raised during this discussion included: Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 saying "I really love you Mom" and The discussions about the future relationship between First nice of you, even though we are all during some of the hardships she the need to be flexible so we can deal with changes as they occur. For (250) 723-0463 tears running down his face as I Nations and the central Nuu- chah -nulth government will continue the O ensuring that all First Nations receive Editing& Layout: going through tough times and you went through at beginning of dropped him off to his caretakers adequate services, at a special meeting scheduled for May 7 and 8. regardless of their size. Bob .Soderlund had just lost a loved one too not too this year. home. I went straight home and cried The meeting saw the return of Francis Frank, Chief Negotiator O NTC Computer Lay -out long ago. Even though it has been a and cried because I kept picturing my should provide support to First Nations and should serve for the Tla -o- qui -aht First Nations, to the table. Ile was brought as a political Annie Watts & I waited for my cousins. I couple of months, since the passing baby's hurt and I took a good look at power. into the hall by his Ila'wiih, elders and tribal .members. Their myself and said prevent duplication Rob Soderlund thought one of them would get up. of Alfred Ross Keitlah: 13 Sept. who's hurting more : of services. speakers said that Francis was asked to return as their negotiator you or the children. Alcohol did take 4 possibility Printed at the Any way I was there on behalf of 1950 - 09 Jan. 1998, the family of hiring staff on a regional basis. by the Chiefs and the elders, after he had resigned in January. time way from my children, and possibility of First my sisters Clolilda and Bertha.. finds it hard to express their r Nations obtaining services from the NTC on Alberni Valley Times - Most of the day was spent discussing a document prepared by Bingo took time away from my a fee for service Subscriptions: $15.00 per year in Thank you again Francis. I appreciation to all the Nuu -chah- basis. the Natural Resources Mandate Working Group on Principles children. Children grow up very fast, for Canada & 5/000 per year in the know it was hard on all of us. We nulth people for their help and O movement towards traditional systems of government. Negotiation of the issue of Management and the choices that you want to make Regional of Wildlife. U.S.A. and foreign countries thank you from the bottom support offered to Marilyn and her Virtually all of the speakers agreed that there is a need for of our should benefit of your children, Some of the issues discussed included: A /Editor- Manager hearts. family. The hurt is more community -based services. still them and I because if you look into their little ri the composition of the proposed hoard After the had , & Southern Region Reporter, Frank Salmon thank you for am most certain that it will take faces you'll see just how much love speakers expressed their opinions each NTC O the terms of reference of the board, program was Bob Soderlund being there and thank you for some time for it to stop. Thank you they have for their parents. Children examined. The program managers had prepared rr the participation of public servants & First Nations staff, (250) 724-5757 getting me there (& stuck ha ha). to the Ahousaht Band Council and are priceless and the amount of time documents that outlined present responsibilities of the program, O annual harvest plan development, Office Manager, Thankyou to every one that the Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations for that we're given with them until they possible options fpr the future and their strengths and weaknesses. O Nuu- chah -nulth harvest management area. grow The programs Annie Watts was there for the family. the monetary support. Thank you up and want to be on their own that were reviewed on this day were Fisheries, A motion was passed accepting the document after some (250) 724-5757 Special thank you to Ralph to all those people that prepared the isjusta fraction of how much love they Accounting and Administration, the Ha- Shilth -Sa, and the Child revisions.

put I Central Region Reporter, us can into our beans. I have my Welfare Program. John and Sandra for letting stay meals. A special thanksa_lohn and Nuu- chah -nulth Treaty Manager Vic Pearson made a report children back in our -home now and Denise Ambrose with you. Ralph, thank you for Jean Frank for opening up their Other programs will be reviewed at a future planning meeting. on the Treaty Update meeting held in Vancouver on March 22nd. our hurts from being separated arc (250) 725 -2120 getting us back to Campbell River, place and feeding all the friends and (Education, Economic Development, Community & Human chah at healing now, but the time they did Nuu- -ninth people the meeting expressed strong desire p ' Ily II ' g g d family of Marilyn Keidah. Services). spend away from home from me was to have some Nuu- chah -nulth singers and dancers perform at one daughters to stay with us. You Thank you to The Chapel of wasted, because who'll ever know if of the weekly " West Coast Family s Nights ". Family Night is ®M ZIMIII that meant FISHERIES: Don know how much to me Memories for all that they have there could havent some cherishing Hall, NTC Fisheries Manager, summarized the regular event on Wednesday evenings at the Vancouver Friendship Please note fisheries that the deadline for sis. Thank you. done, thanks to Simon Dennis, to moments held in my memory forever, program's analysis document. Then the First Nations Centre. The invitation is out for dancers and singers to attend on submissions for representatives our next issue is the Pallbearers. We' would like to as I also wasted time sitting at bingo discussed the future of the Fisheries program. the April 15th. noon on Friday, Comments and April 17th, send our appreciation to Ingrid - for four hours and drinking. I've recommendations included: There was also a discussion by the Vancouver residents about 1998. After reeducated that date, material THE XIANTHIAN NATION Samuel for driving the family my way of thinking, and the possibility of having a Treaty Planning session in the main cities now make my children a number one O that submitted & judged to be around and to all other drivers that the Fisheries Program should remain Mitre NTC. that Nuu- chah -nulth people reside in. The same suggestion was made for appropriate, cannot be guaran- contributed their time in a just factor each and every day. Like I A there should be respect between First Nations who have different The people of the Xianthian at a recent meeting in Victoria. teed placement said "children grow up very fast, and aspirations. but, if still rel- cause. If there is anyone that we ( aquaculture was used as an example. Some Nations This suggestion was discussed by delegates at the March 31st Nation would like it to be known 1/are don't stop and grab a hold of evant, will be included in the fol- might have overlooked in sending are opposed to it, some are not.) that we will not be applying for or them and share our love with then, planning meeting and it was agreed to have one planning meads lowing issue. our appreciation, it was not support was given for the concept of the proposed West Coast participating in any treaty they will never know what it would in every three month period in Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo an In an ideal world, intentional. Regional Management Board. negotiations. This is not because be like to be loved by their natural downtown Port Alberni. submissions would be typed, Kleco from my .sister ACCOUNTING: Accounting Manager Sharon Styan presented an of any inherent distrust oflhw treaty parent." The message that I am The next Treaty Planning meetings are scheduled for April 27 rather than hand -written. Marilyn Keitlah and Family. to all is, USMA overview of the accounting and administration department of the and system as such but because of a USMA clients 28, 1998. Submitted photographs can identify what is wrong, and they're NTC. There was a discussion about the need to identify Nuu -chah- should decision made by our elders and include return address, a THIS IS A LETTER TO not outtotakeyourchildrenawaythey nulth people who would commit themselves to a career in hereditary chief in the light of brief description of subjects and ALL USMA CLIENTS: would just like you to better yourself accounting, to ensure good financial control at the First Nations enclose a ee lf- addressed traditions and cultural instructions envelope ' I had three children who were so you can look after your children. level. Nuu- chah -nulth for their return. contained within our tribal you shun them, then you're apprehended in the ending of October If just HA- SHILTH -SA: Acting Manager /Editor Bob Soderlund gave a chronicle. We wish all nations that 97. I was really all alone, except for denying that there is any problem. brief outline of the present staffing and the goals of the Ha- Shilth- are involved in negotiations good Treaty Planning Meetings one child who stayed with me. In Stop and listen to someone telling you Sa. Comments from the First Nations representatives included: C01iat16is luck and Please success with their debars. order to get my children back I had to that there may Ilea problem. 1 am very note that although oso O that the original purpose of the paper was to focus on Nuu -chah- to be held in Urban Centers would make choices. Thechoicesthatl made grateful to have my children back but certainly like. be able nulth communities and their needs and I wouldn't have I to coverall stories and events, The Xianthian Chief and Council were to better myself and to recognize gotten there unless O there should be a refocus on the long term effects bettered myself. I feel a whole lot this purpose. every 3 Months as well that alcoholism as submitted material, O important to report on the better being sober. 1 feel more the proceedings of Elders Advisory we can only do so subject lo: confident every day about myself. It Committee. The KUU- USCRISlS LINE is aconfidential twenty .four can't get any worse if you quit + report on traditional Nuu -chah -nulth village sites. We are agreed that one Planning Meeting in hour service which problem solves Sufficient advance notice with its , callers and gives drinking, it can only get better. One O the NTC may want to consider other forms of communication in Reporter's at the appropriate referrals based on the needs caller. every 3 month period is to be held in Vancouver, availability of a very important thing that I would like the future such as radio, t.v., the internet. the time of the event The Crisis Line operates twenty -four bouts a day, seven to state is that "lam very thankful for CHILD WELFARE PROGRAM (USMA): Victoria, Nanaimo, and downtown Port Alberni Editorial 3 y space available in dys week. For the past yawn the Crisis Linehasserviaul children's caretaker, for she didn't Recommendations and remarks included: the paper a wide geographical area which includes Port Alberni, kick sand is my face when] wasdown, , and we direct Vic Pearson to coordinate this. Bamfield, the West O once parents acknowledge their responsibilities, the need for Coast, etc. The Crisis for she picked me up and walked many Editorialdeadlines being Line is manned by both adult and teen volunteers. Lima will go away. miles with me to help me get where 1 adhered to by contributors The Crisis Line Operates both a Teen Line which can be reached 723- O still a state of denial about the need for a child welfare program. am today." Once again thank you for - Motion passed at Treaty Planning Meeting, 2040 and an Adult Line which can be reached at 723 O problem stems from -4050. The Crisis everything everyone. the lack of parenting skills. Line also need to develop Nuu -shah March 31,1998 Na-Sbi Nh'Sa offers toll free number 1- 000-588 -8717 for long distance -nulth legislation for child protection, callers. Name withheld by request r post- treaty.

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TITS -QAH E QUINK HA'WIIH MEET IN 9 E SEATTLE MEETING WITH NUU- CHAH -NULTH LIVING CAMPBELL RIVER AWAY FROM HOME The Tits -qah E Quit* Ha'wiih met over March 28 and 29 at the The took place in Campbell and had two days of productive meeting as future needs for trained people in mentioned were applications addresses, to confirm Austrian Chalet River, s t. our planned on March 7, 1998 , the Nuu -chah discussions. Willard Gallic was the Chair of the meetings. Topics discussed rA -ninth area ' for post -secondary funding discussionsand the plans foa the included international and internal boundary issues, the progress of drafting at the Pearl Warren Building We provided a rough overview of from people living away from future. Indian Health the Northern Region's interim measures agreement with the Ministry of of the Seattle Centre. some categories of employment that home have been ignored. 2) We will include a copy of this Forests, the land selection process at the Nuuchah- nulth negotiations table, WillardCrellicchaired the meeting, will be needed, giving emphasis to We report these matters in the repon with our letter. and Vic Pearson assisted him. and other important matters. categories which presently have above general way, and we will Thirteen persons attended Ron Frank made a presentation about the draft interim measures the little or no Nuu- chah -ninth people report more specifically directly to meeting. This was a small turnout, involved or I +.. agreement on forestry issues, and the text was given a final review_ The being trained the Nationsapparently fcted. We t.ilr.e Ha'wiih gave their approval to presentation of the document to the compared to other meetings in In accordance with the direction recognize that as " Presenters" at provincial government. They decided also that their speakers when the Seattle , although this might be which we were given in February , these urban meetings we have no GREETINGS FROM to the that presentation is made are to be the members of the team that developed the attributed fact it was a we raised the issue of representation mandate to talk about issues such warm sunny AUCKLAND, N -Z.! document. The team is also to be responsible for arranging the presentation .a and Saturday of the Seattle Nuu -chah -nulth as these, and we do not talk about meetings. a fTA afternoon, nevertheless the turnout community at treaty planning them during the meetings. We feel Dear Sir, (here was a good discussion of the progress being made to finalize ahi- Ileesh -aht - Dennis John - House of Nooshoolth, stands with his is a concern. sessions. however, that these issues are We the the Boundary Declaration, to be signed by the First Nations of Tits -qah E son Eugene at the Northern Region lino iih Meeting followed same There is good interest in phis, and generally important (to Nuu -chah- pattern as with I have been receiving the Ha- Quirk and by the First Nations of Kwakiutl Laich -Kwil -Tach. we had followed the we were given the impression that nulthasa whole) jftheyare broadly Shilth -Ss newspaper at the above Arrangements were confirmed that the signing ceremony will take place recent meetings in Nanaimo and active involvement will not he a based We recognize the possibility address, 12 Ranch Avenue for a Victoria. We provided a detailed problem. We informed the meeting that some of the issues may not be in CampbellPbe River on Friday,Y. MayY 22, beginning at 12 noon. After the update the of treaty number of years now and I would ceremony there will be lean and celebration of this important achievement of0 probprogress that budgetAe direction has not yet genuine. However we have no way like this newspaper to be directed will continue into the evening. This will be an important occasion in the negotiations, and we asked for beengivenand until it is we cannot to judge this and it is therefore to AWATAHA MARAE, 58 unfolding of Nuu -shah -ninth relationships with their neighbours. The direction about some related issues proceed further. We will deal important to report them. In any well. Akomnga Drive, Nonhcote, North Ha'wiih expressedappreciation for the completion of the work on the draft, as further with this Owner after the event, we cannot prevent Shore, New Zealand because the saying that this is a credit to the Nuu -chap -meth workers and the Kwakiutl Treaty Information Provided: '' forthcoming hudgit meeting. participants al the meetings from ` Community House (the Marae) i. Laich -Kwil -Tach workers. We provided the participants There was a discussion about the raising these issues. We trust this keeping a record of the news, that The Ha'wiih had earlier expressed some concerns with some internal with assembly planned for the Seattle process to be acceptable. is received horn overseas papers In issues. Unless properly addressed, these the negotiation Copies of the Summit responses area for the summer of 1998. As Seattle residents. in common with might affect our archives to the RCAP report and on process. After a good and open discussion, the I agreed that these the reported previously, the desire of residents in other cities, express a la'wiih What we have been obtaining concerns could be put aside so that the Nations can concentrate on their Delgamuuk'w decision. the Seattle community is for this to wish for there to be more e from the different newspapers has A report called" Treaty be as much a as main job negotiating their treaty with the federal and provincial Making I cultural gathering information that is " Nation of- been of great assistance in provid- Update Report" developed by the a "business" governments. In order to make two that "little problems do not become 111 gathering. specific". They see a need for suchspecific treaty ing inspirational ideas in education, big problems ", the Ha'wiih agreed to meet regularly to deal with the affairs NTC office. This is a" rolling Subject to confirmation of a things as newsletters, update health and treaty issues, report" is to which of their Nations. They scheduled their next meeting for April 22, in which intended give location for the dates chosen. the reports, or articles in the I la- Shilth- general looks at partnership in local and Campbell River. Their May meeting will be held in Oclucje on May 19. background information. Seattle residents indicated th t the $R141 Sag 1pft5, pRrtial link to Speaking the Chiefs is Tla-keeah -peek -ah (Standing o.s top of the world) "National pol itics and of course other b A report -oaf'leä deed ia1e g¢kdhlf'b 4N1`5bdi The Ha'wiih also decided to meet on April 19 in Campbell River, for a yJñ199 heir. their bones . Lloyd Billy, tad chief of Ehatis, House of W ha het- nark- 'a- coomptiaht aspects 'of a holistic approach to discussion about axon -kelp licencing issues. 'PriSégtitSdn óll'TiM . , an!! '81p"r' iéA&. Zrrtiiñri1 mæor'r a is We recognize the efforts that many by self-esteem in all walksoflife. This Vic Pearson provided a repon about the land selection process. Nine department and especially to Sharon developed NTC. This is also a" working on a location. ; We Nations have and continue to go to KLECO FROM THE WORLD I feel ought to set people talking Nations have now made their first presentations and are continuing their COUNCIL OF WHALERS Styan. Her work was very much rolling report" which is periodically understand that the Makah Nation in order to met this need. about all of these issues. negotiations with British and Canada. Five have not yet appreciated by us. updated. The purpose of this report have promised to provide sockeye, Nonetheless, the need is frequently Columbia Nations of the On behalf of the world Council Also a special thank you to is to We confederated tribes started this pan the treaty negotiations. Vic's report that there give information that is more so another variable as to the dates expressed, and for this reason we of continued the wish of Whalen we would like to extend our Eunice foe for all photo copying, closely focused to in Auckland you all the hest is a wide array of approaches being taken by Nations. This is their right as the Nuu -chah- is the time of their sockeye run. The respectfully bring it to your appreciation to the Dentate Nation for faxing and other support she offered to with those thoughts and the future ninth negotiations. Seattle respectfully land selection negotiations are each Nation's own responsibility. He allowing a onto their traditanal the World Council of Whalers. Her community are attention. The report entitled for the upcoming people of the presented a strong recommendation to the I la with no matter what territory and s allowing us to home our time wass also very much.appreciated. " asking that Nations who wish to Summary that Nuu -chap- nulth. approach a Nation chooses to take, the key need is for Nations to be office in their building. Kisco. As we are sure some of you are Delgamuuk'w vs. British should send their singers and The low attendance at the We would also like to thank the aware the executive board of World thorough, painstaking and careful in their preparation and planning for Columbia: a >' - Layperson's dancers to this assembly. meeting, as already mentioned, is a Nuu Council of Whalen has decided to No katoa -shah -nulth Tribal Council for the U reira, tema karma this vital task l Suntmary7, p eparéd by laugh r a Wé wcreaskedta find out through concern. However we believe that office space, office supplies, telephone move the office to our home in noa Brakes. ,Vaku The Ha'wiih expressed their appreciation for Bob Soderind, who services and Pin sure numerous other Brentwood Bay. tic NTC Community and Human. , the meeting was generally produc- The was able to attend the meeting for a short time. They expressed also their things that nave been so graciously The mew address is: World report of the Nuuchah -nulth Services Whether counselling tive and worthwhile. We wish to Arnold Manaaki Wilson appreciation for the contribution that Louise Amos has made to the Nuu - shared over the past year. This Council of Whalers, P.O. Box 291, Living Away from Home Survey. services are available to former repeat the invitation to Nations to generosity is greatly appreciated and Brentwood Bay, BC, Veto 103. Overview Kaumatua chah-nulthprocess during the time that she has served as one of Ehattesaht's of Meeting students at residential schools in participate in the assembly in has enabled us to get our organization Phone/Fax:(250) 6524352. E -mail: In Awataha Marae representatives, and especially for the gracious and generous way in which general, the meeting was Canada who now live in the United Seattle, tentatively on the weekend off to a good start wcw ®alandnet corn. has positive and progressive. A number States. We whether I8 she looked after "the old buffalo" during this time. . We would also like to extend our stern. Nebo from were also asked of July -19, and we will update issues appreciation to the NTC accounting Ton and Kathy Happynook. of of a general nature arose( a Nuu -shah -nulth person who is an you about this as time progresses. 7a?iihp' lit which are reflected in the next American resident is eligible for As with the other meetings, we will Advisory For Histories And section of this report )and, as well, health treatment if he /she be doing the following as follow - Governance TREATY INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR NUU- CHAH -NULTH LIVING there were a number of specific temporarily relocates to British up: contact [tarry Lucas 724 -58071 issues that AWAY FROM HOME arose. As always , we Columbia. I) We will be writing to those that or 724 -5757 sought to refer these to particular We are on these issues. attended and to all other Seattle or lucasricedae.albemi.net First Nations. n number E.A.C. A of "Nation- specific" residents for whom we have z Lorraine Livermore had done concerns NUU- CHAH -NULTH STAFF ARE ORGANIZING TREATY INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR NUU- CHAH -NULTH LIVING AWAY FROM HOME. WE were expressed, in some all the WILL UPDATE THE INFORMATION FROM TIME. TO TIME, SO THAT YOU SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE ADVANCE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PLANS. HERE of organizational work for cases with considerable power. The IS THE INFORMATION FOR THE NEXT FEW MONTHS: the meeting, including booking the concerns were largely to do with the hall and arranging for chumus, and following issues: HUGH M.G. BRAKER PORT ALBERNI: APRIL 23, 1998, FROM 6:00 pm pm AT THE PORT ALBERNI FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Totem we are as always grateful for her 1) Access to housing waiting lists. NANAIMO: APRIL 25, 1998, FROM 1:00 pm TO 6:00 pm AT TILIJCUM HAUS, 602 IIALIBURTON STREET. THIS WILL help. Concern was expressed that in & BE AN UPDATE ABOUT EDUCATION. Barrister Solicitor Discussions and Concern some es Nations do not F VICTORIA: MAY 4, 1998, FROM 5:30 pm TO 9:30 pm AT THE VICTORIA ABORIGINAL FRIENDSHIP CENTRE, BAY ` Can Membership Services be follow an equitable 5233 Hector Road STREET, VICTORIA. THIS WILL BE AN UPDATE ABOUT EDUCATION AND CHILD AND FAMILY process in SERVICES made available to Seattle residents maintaining their waiting lists, P.O. Box 1178, Port Alberni at a future meeting? CAMPBELL RIVER: MAY 21, 1998, AT THE UNITED CHURCH HALL. THERE WILL BE A POTLUCK SUPPER PROVIDED. even where the individuals B.C. V9Y 7M1 We were given PLEASE BRING WHAT YOU CAN. a preliminary list living away from home have Phone: 723 -1993 SEATTLE: JULY Ill AND 19, 1998, AT TIE PEARL WARREN CENTRE OF DIE SEATTLE INDIAN HEALTH BOARD of 16 names requiring. status cards. stated a desire to return if Fax:723 -1994 We undertook Wallow up on this housing is available. IF YOU NEED OTHER INFORMATION THAT PLEASE Personal injury litigation, including motor YOU NEED, CALL WILLARD GAELIC OR VIC PEARSON AT 230 724 5757. WE LOOK with the Executive Director. 2) Access to educational FORWARD TO SEEING YOU! vehicle accident injury claims There was a discussion about assistance. Situations were a J 16TH APRIL 1998 6 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 7 HUU- AY -AHT LAND PRESENTATION FIFTEEN GRADUATE FROM The Hawiih of the Huu -ay- included: Kliishin's ancestors who held their territories. back for The Huu- ay -aht spoke INTERPRETIVE GUARDIAN aht First Nation made - That negotiations must be on the seat, eleven their initial land selection a government to government generations. about s of the rent TRAINING PROGRAM presentation to the federal and basis. Some statements by the initiatives they have taken. provincial governments on That negotiation are based late Chief Louie Nookemus, They have completed a April I, 1998, at the Somass on the recognition of the ha recorded in 1964, were read to "Traditional Use Study" that rs Hall. Following introductions, hoolthee of the Ilawiih. the government negotiators. shows the density of sites, 'fyit Hawii (Head Chief) That negotiations must Chief Louie had said including spiritual sites, that Kliishin (Spencer Peters) result in the restoration and "Then the whiteman came on have been found in their COLUMBIA distributed money to the enhancement of all resources r shores here at Asada. It territory. .14 00` government representatives and in the Huu- ay -aht ha was very quick, they had desires They have also recently witnesses in the hall. hoolthee. From there of being on our land. They signed an interim measures In his native language, everyone will benefit from wanted it all Who are these agreement with the Ministry of ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION Elder Willie Sport made some sustainable use of those people acting like chiefs? They Forests which indicates a r lands. 1998 opening remarks on behalf of resources in the future. are walking on willingness to work with others l Chief Kliishin. Negotiations must result in Where ever they come from? to restore and enhance the The presentation by the agreements that will allow They are asking, "is it true that forestry resource. Graduates from the Interpretive Guardian Training An ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION has been appointed pursuant Huu- -aft outlined their our Hawiih to maintain a the Indians own these lands?" In summing things up, Program to the Electoral Boundaries Commission Aug R.S.B. C. 1996. ,107. expectations in the land connection with their ha One of the early settlers Robert Dennis told the Front -Robert Laing. Front Row (1-r)- Allan Smith, Robby lanes, Steve Smith, Russell Hanson and Paul Sieber. Back Ran (I -r) - process as well as hoolthee. in the area, William Eddy government negotiators that This Commission will make proposals to the Legislative Assembly as to the area, selection Arlene Nookemus, Cindy Laird, Terry Nookemus, Matthew Edgar, Negotiations must allow for Bamfield wrote this in 1854 " we wish a reconciliation." names and number of the electoral districts in the Province. providing government Eds. and lohman.lernny Valentine and Ramona Campbell Missing boundaries, a negotiators with a history lesson our people to live a Huu -ay- The Ohiaht Indians are large The government arc Ryan George and Clifford Thomas. about Huu- ay -aht chieftainship aht lifestyle wherever they tribe, about four hundred and negotiators had a opportunity to The Commission is independent of government and will submit its tenon and their ha hoolthee. choose to within our fifty or five hundred strong. respond to the presentation. Ffifteen trainees from the First Nations directly ro the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly who must kist public. Chief Tom Happynook, homeland. They inhabit the eastern side of Heinz Dyck on behalf of communities on the island, recently graduated ... The the Robert Dennis and Willie Sport Negotiations must result in [Barkley] Sound Indian British Columbia thanked from a newly developed course in Interpretive The Commission will hold public hearings around the province commencing villages are numerous from the Huu- ay -aht for their excellent gave a detailed account of the certainty including certainty Guardianship. in late spring to hear from interested British Columhians. Details of the ay very point. They are traceable presentation. He said that he I luu- ay -aht Hawiih's ownership for Huu- -aht. The 13 week program was offered through hearing locations and times will be announced soon. of their territory and resources Negotiations must consider for twelve or fourteen miles up didn't have any questions at the Malaspina College at the Cowichan Lake Education and provided written materials and accommodate all Huu - the sound, but in winter they time because of the details Centre. The was put together by the Qu'ass training The Commission invites written submissions In advance of the public hearings. and maps to substantiate their v -chi. Those of today and assemble in one encampment, provided in the presentation and West Coast Trail Group, Malaspina College, and the Wrinen submissions and inquiries may the directed to: claims. those future generations yet showing a full mile frontage. he added that he was very communities along the trail. The first document to come. One chief controls the whole, excited about the prospect of Most of the graduates were from the Ditidaht, presented by Chief Happynook Negotiations will result in his name is Cleshin ...." working together. Huu- ay -aht and Pacheedaht First Nations, however ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION stated the meaningful participation by Also quoted were Federal Negotiator Eric that "on behalf of there were also some trainees from other communities aft, IAIR Cornwall Avenue governments of the Huu- ay -aht Huu- ay -aht in management speeches of the late Tyde Hawii Denhoff remarked that it was like Chgmainus- ( Peoelakut). Ahousatt Kynquot, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1C7 First Nation we are pleased to and development activities Jack Peters, who fought for the the most comprehensive and Mowachaht, Nuchatlaht,and Ucluelet. have the opportunity to stand by throughout our ha hoolthee. recognition of First Nations thorough presentation he had The Qu'ass West Coast Trail Group is a joint the representatives of the The Huu- ay -aht Hawiih ownership and rights as heard in the province on land venture between three First Nations who have Telephone: (604) 660 -6390 governments of Canada and BC were present at the table and President of the West Coast selection. traditional territory within the Pacific Rim National Fax: (664) 6604621 is a lot to discuss our ha hoolthee. The were introduced. They were. Allied Tribes. He said the there Park Reserve. They are the Ditidaht, Huu- ay -aht and Ton Free: t- 888 -657 -1188 forefathers of the people before TyiiHawii Spencer Peters, his Some of the Huu- ay -aht that they can agree with Pacheedaht First Nations. They operate a guardianship email: Ele ctoralBoundariesCommisslonngems3 .gw.bc.ca you here today continuously son Derek Peters, Spencer's Nation's goals in treaty initially, and that they are program that has personel that assist in hiker struggled for recognition of the brother Steven Peters, Victor negotiations were told to the prepared to negotiate Huu -ay- orientation, trail repair, upkeep and maintenance, rightful place and Williams, Tom Happynook, governments. aht's right of managing and heritage education, cultural resource protection, hiker responsibilities in and to our Oscar Nookemus for his brother In regards to Lands, decision making on shared ferry services and other duties. braver homelands. We come to this Benson, Jeff Cook, Marie Waters and Resources, "there lands. Several of the graduates of the course in Cowichan Lake have Several of the created by Allan Smith. the were table today as a government and Newfield for Andy Clappis and must be recognition that we One contentious issue worked as guardians on the trail and they were adding to their students also spoke during Other presentations as a nation to begin to discuss Bill Frank. have never ceded ownership to that has to be dealt with, said knowledge. graduation. Alan Smith and made to the Education Centre how we can peacefully co -exist Robert Dennis outlined our territories and we never Eric Denhoff, was Graduating on this beautiful sunny day were Ramona Campbell Russell Manson summarizedized and to Malaspina College. with you, our new neighbours, the ha hoolthee of the Hawiih compensation, but he remained (Ahousat) Matthew Edgar, Paul Sieber (Ditidaht), Edward Johnson, some of the things that they Wally Samuel said that" learned about the course. in a place that is precious to us including the resources in their They are also seeking optimistic that something can Arlene Nookemus, Terry Nookemus, Steven Smith ( Huu- ay -aht), during they started with 15 people in included interpretation as a people." territories. He mentioned the compensation for shared lands, be worked out. Bobby Jones ,Cindy Laird, Clifford Thomas ( Pacheedaht), Ryan They of the course and it ended with 15, history, boat safety and which says a lot for the Happynook went on to extraction of resources, of for past extraction of resources, The meeting came to a Ginger ( Mowachaht), Alan Smith ( Nuchatlaht) Russell Hanson ( a Dennis Jr. navigation, mapping, instructors and the students say "Our Ilawiih have never which billions of dollars in share of revenues generated close with Robert Kyuquct),Robert Laing ( Panelakut) and Jeremy Valentine ( surrendered or released title to worth has been removed at little from their territories, and chanting a prayer song - Ucluelet). wilderness first aide, First Host, themselves." their ha hoolthee." or no benefit to Huu- ay -aht._ restoration of their territories, "tsiika" and elder Willie Sport The ceremonies got underway with MC Wally Samuel, the search and rescue, archeological "A lot of people want to The Huu- ay -aht outlined Robert Dennis then and they seek recognition of the thanking the creator and every- Managing Director of Qu'ass West Coast Trail Group, making some information, customer service. come to our and learn some key principles under provided a history of Chic right, esponsibility and one for being together on this opening remarks and introductions. legal and liability issues, c to about our histories," Wally said, which they enter negotiations. Kliishin's seat. He gave the authority of their Hawiih over day. Carl Edgar Sr., an elder from Ditidaht, did the opening prayer. na me a few. and I hope our communities a in These principles names of the present Chief Carl also sang some happy songs including one that he had Paul Sieber gave brief will help to put something composed for the RCMP Constable in Nitinat. history of the development of place for these young people. " Several other speakers congratulated the graduates. They the Qu'ass West Coast Trail The Qu'ass West Coast Trail on these included Dalton Smith and Jennifer Bendel) from the Cowichan Group. Paul worked the Group can help to develop Taylors Flower Shop Lake Education Centre, Sharon Tillie and Ann Greenwood from development of the Group along things, he added. Malaspina and from with Carl Edgar Jr. and Brian Before calling it a day 3020 3rd Avenue College, Alex Zellermeyer Parks Canada, The Cofsky. "The group was formed everyone was served a great Pon Alberni, B.C. floor was open for the guests and some of the relatives we ( Qu'ass) On -site workshops and education programs that were there offered their congratulations and encouragement. to make sure that lunch, prepared by the student's Acne.,. Corns, V9Y 2A5 businesses on the the are available for your community Jack Cook, from the NTC Employment and Training Board have jobs and favorite person. Andrea V r Personalized Weddings Plush Animals trail," said Paul. Cook, with help on the barbecue Ma,w...,d Youthworker Counsellor Certificate also congratulated the trainees for completing the course and for Silk Trees Flowers Each the graduates and Floyd Tate. being leaders of the program, as it was the first one offered. of from Bobby Joe Lots ofgtwear Suicide Prevention Certificate a glass The Nuu- shah -nulth Tribal Council Employment and Training received a certificate, Grief and Loss Counsellor Certificate with the Qu'ass emblem etched C Phone: 723 -6201 Board provided $63,000 in funding for the course. Also helping on it by Haul Mack, and a t- By Bob Suderlund. ALL NATIONS TRAINING INSTITUTE with funding were the Huu- ay -aht First Nation, who sponsored 2 ',FTD \ 1- 800 -287 -9961 had received . Telephone 604- 473 -9466 Fax 604- 473 -9016 students, and Panelekut and Ucluelet First Nations who sponsored shirt. They also Acting Manager/ one student each. sweatshirts with a design Editor f 8 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 9 HESQUTAHT REDISCOVERY INDIAN AND NORTHERN AFFAIRS CANADA INFORMATION TSUSIAT TOUR All Certificates of Indian Status, which do not TRAINING PROGRAM HESQUTAHT REDISCOVERY SOCIETY display an expiry he TRAINING PROGRAM 1998 date, must renewed before COMPANY MAY 9 - 22, 1998 To reserve your spot, return this completed form along with your JANUARY 1, 2000 For Arose who want to undertake safe and meaningful youth , registration deposit to: Hesquiaht Rediscovery, PO Box 2000, Tofino, B.C., VOR 2Z0 Twenty to twenty five participantst and eight to ten staff It is very important that all registered Indians visit Rosie Little at the members will take part in an intensive, fun -filled program that will Nuu- chah- nulthTribal Councilor the BC Regional Office of the Department provide them with the skills. knowledge and confidence necessary NAME: of Indian Affairs and Northern Development to renew their Certificate of to undertaking Rediscovery and similar youth programs. ADDRESS: Indian status card if their status card does not contain an expiry date. It Set up like a Hesquiaht Rediscovery youth camp, this training PHONE: should be noted that all previous versions of the status card will only be course will emphasize hands -on, experimental learning, which will valid until January I. 2000. FAX: take place at lusuk, Hesquiat Harbour. The purpose of issuing Certificates of Indian Status cards is to verify Hesquiaht Rediscovery's Training Program '98 consists of: BIRTHRATE: that the cardholder is a registered Indian. Status cards are only useful if the 1Mlpiltrj I) Technical training in Red Cross Wilderness First Aid. Fifty hours MEDICAL INSURANCE NUMBER: photographs are current. It has come to our attention that some registered of mostly practical training results in certification. NAME OF PHYSICIAN: Indians have been denied services because some service providers have 2) Lifesaving. canoe and kayak training with an emphasis on safety questioned whether their status cards are still valid. SPECIAL NEEDS (DIET, ALLERGIES, ETC.) and west coast conditions. To remedy this situation, it has been decided that all status cards Camp development/organization training. Participants will learn issued to individuals under the age of eighteen will have an expiry date of '` 3) about camp operation and logistics by taking part in the camp. two (2) years and all status cards issued to individuals over the age of Rediscovery International's Health and Safety Standards will NEXT OF KIN: eighteen will have an expiry date of five (5) years from the date of issue. - . TSUSíd; (ails be used as a guideline to ensure that everyone is aware of camp NAME: axial lour Company is 0 unique nay to visit the most beautiful needs. Participants will be taught how to organize and undertake THIS POLICY IS EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY ainforests, beaches, wildlife, fantastic sites and traditions of British daily camp activities and special outings. RELATIONSHIP: Columbia's West Coast Trail. 4) Examples of cultural programs. Hesquiaht elders will be sharing ADDRESS: It should be noted that the five -year expiry date does not mean that Until recently this area was accessible only through the Canadian their knowledge of the Hesquiaht environment and culture. the cardholder ceases to be a registered Indian at the end of the five -year Parks Service reservation quota system and included a weeklong hike from Participants will be able to witness first hand the importance of period. It only means that if the cardholder intends to use the status card to Bamfield or Port Renfrew. these elders at camp and gain the means to draw upon their own obtain certain services and benefits, it must be renewed every five years. Owned by Jack Thompson of the Ditidaht First Nation, Tsusiat Tour cultures for programs in their home communities. PHONE: Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Rosie Company will exclusively bring you directly to the pristine wilderness of 5) Training in group and individual development. Participants will FIRST NATION AND /OR ORGANIZATION YOU ARE Little of the Nuu- chah- Tribal Council or the Indian Registry and the West Coast Trail for a one day Interpretive guided hike of a lifetime. take part in activities aimed at group bonding and fostering Band Lists Program, at (604) 666 -2059. You can also visit our office in REPRESENTING: The Ditidaht Nation's Traditional Territory include such sights as . positive outlooks, such as Council Fires, games, and outings. person at 120 -1550 Albami Street, Vancouver, BC. Our office is open Hole in the Wall, Tsusiat Falls, Clo -Dose Bay, Cheewaht reserve and the They will also take part in activities aimed at personal growth, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday, Wednesday, and Carmanah Lighthouse. Travel in comfort in our 15- passenger bus and 23 such as Spirit Spots and Solos. DATE: Friday. ' foot charter boat right to the shores of the West Coast Trail. Visitors can Training Site: The entire training program will be held at I experience the tidal waters of Niliaaht and the endless stories of our First lusuk, Hesquiat Harbour, in the traditional territory of the Hesquiaht SIGNATURE: Nation's history. Nation. While there are two buildings at the training site, partici- Fóuóaóv.Móaçacc. EMPLOYMENT Join us for good food, a great hike and cultural conversation as we pants should expect to camp out. lusuk is accessible only by boat OPPORTUNITY explore the traditions of the West Coast Trail fora day you will not forget. and is approximately 12 miles from Hot Springs Cove. Special boat pope Additional services include overnight accommodation and meals. transportation for training participants will be arranged from Tofino I9P1, HESQUIAHT REDISCOVERY SOCIETY EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKER School and group rates are available. on May 9,1998. CONSENT AND WAIVER 520,300.00- 525,600.00 For information, prices and reservations please call or fax toll -free Arrival: Boats will leave Tofino with training participants at IS per annum 1- 888 -875 -1833. 12:00 noon on Sat. May 9,1998, and arrive at lusuk around 2:00 The Hesquiaht Rediscovery program consists of activities such email: info awestenasttrail.cotm pm. Please note: There will be no further transportation to the as: daily runs, physically active games, canoeing and kayaking, Kakawis Family Development Centre operates a Family Alcohol Tour our website at www.westeoasttrail-com. training after this. swimming, hikes and chores such as packing firewood and water. I and Drug Treatment Program for First Nations. Ceremony Night: Training will close with a celebration to which understand that there are risks associated with these activities. !agree As the Early Childhood Worker you will be responsible for participants are encouraged to invite their family, friends and to follow the safety precautions outlined by Camp Staff, and accept assisting and working with the children whose ages range from newborn community members. Ceremony night begins with a feast at 5:00 responsibility of my own safety. ' 4 I authorize the staff of Hesquiaht Rediscovery to provide to years to create a positive therapeutic and learning environment, to pm on Thurs. May 21/'98. People wishing to attend and needing emergency medical treatment. teach interpersonal skills, to organize individual and group activities. transportation to lusuk can phone the Hesquiaht Band Office and necessarye I understand that no alcohol or drugs are allowed at Camp and book on the " Matlahaw ". that there is a zero tolerance for violence. I understand that failure to QUALIFICATIONS camp -up on May Departure: Boats will leave after breakfast /pack abide by these rules will result in my being asked to leave the program. 22,1998. Equipment List: Early Childhood Education Diploma/Certificate Date: Know developmental stages of infancy and childhood Tent, sleeping bag & sleeping mat, raingear, rubber boots Know mental, spiritual, emotional and physical needs of infants and extra footwear, warm clothes, jacket, sweaters, bathing suit, and children shorts, etc, backpack for day hikes, sunscreen, bug repellent, Signature Understanding of FAST. in personal toiletries, towel, pens, pencils, notebooks, flashlight. infants and children Understanding family Optional: drums, craft materials, cameras. of systems and family dynamics Concepts of drug use and abuse and dependency Remember, there is no store nearby. Bring enough of what From the dock of the Ditidaln First Nation the ,0,1,t famous West Knowledge of First Nations traditions and culture t you need to last you for two weeks. Coast Trail, Nitinaht Lake is your point of departure to explore Please note: Na electronic equipment ( walkmns, vancouver Islands mon beutiful region. Arrowam/th Internet Connections ti Your academic background will be supported radios, etc.) No junk food (Plenty of food will be provided). by your experience uzo -n ego Ave., Pon Aarrnl. B.C. Wi rise in working with children. ABSOLUTELY NO ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. Phone: (250)724 -1719 Fan: (250)7245078 All staff is required to be abstinent from drugs and alcohol. Training Fees: snwextrowamBr set Jack Please submit your letterofapplicationand your resume by ridgy Cost: $900.00. This One includes all food, transportation, [ April 17.1998 to: instruction and certification costs. Fuu T'l Internet Connection The Personnel Committee Deposit: $200.00 will reserve a training spot. Space is limited tit 2e. -hour live Tech Support Woodward Kakawis Family Development Centre and registrations will be taken on a first -come, first- served basis. Unlimited a Lim'osO Access Accounts Boa 17 Payment: The full fee payment is due by April 20,1998. tit A Fun Range of Computer Saba & Service Barrister 8 Solicitor Tofino, Cheques should be made payable to: Hesquiaht Rediscovery. BC Native Law VOR 2Z0 - Refunds: No refunds will be made after April 20,1998 Your One stop corputor Center 957 Fort Street Only those individuals selected (Wren For more information: Hesquiaht Rediscovery Society, P.O. Serving Pon Atom. Ucluelet. Torino & Barfield interview will be contacted. Victoria All candidates who have been short- listed will be required to have a Box 2000, T lino, B.C., VOR IZO. Phone: 250- 670 -1120. Fax: 250- B.C. V8W 3K3 I We are a'statua Merely' business mandatory Criminal Record Check. 670 -1120. Messages: 250 -670 -1100. F Phone: 250 i3 -2 56 Fax: 250 380 -6560 10 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaagimr 16TH APRIL 1998 huyaagim'1 16TH APRIL 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA II

Kyuquot School Celebrates First Nations Cultural Week MEN'S WELLNESS CONFERENCE CAMPOUT to attend Malaspina week of March 23 - 27 was a beehive of activity at Kyuquot received confirmation that she will be funded lementary/Secondary School. Teacher, Lil Daniels. the students University/College in the fall for the Computer Applications Specialist e TO BE HELD IN KELSMAHT and many community members participated in projects that focused Program. 1a ON MAY 25, 26 & 27n8, 1998 Sound Salmon for the on cultural awareness. Andy Tyreman plans to work at Kyuquot Displays were set up in the halls and trophy cases showing the work summer then go on to Timberline College in Campbell River. He will be COST IS 525. PER MAN and small business of the students. There were cedar bark mats and small baskets in one case. training in the areas of business administration operate a gunshop in There were dreamcatchers in a variety of sizes and in all colors of the management. His long term plan is to own and THIS WILL INCLUDE ALL MEALS rainbow. i -erne Hansen has been teaching the students to weave cedar Campbell River, Nanaimo or Victoria. AND TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM TOFINO mats and baskets. Colonel Fred goes to the school to teach traditional art. William Oscar is looking forward to his graduation this summer. He OR AHOUSAHT The grade 9 to 12 students were involved in a special project that has only planned as for as getting a summer job. He says he'll think about helped them to learn about our traditional long houses. Elders were invited his future plans after he gets grade 12 out of the way. We will deal with Residential School Issues, Family to the school to talk about long houses. Some of the elders that spoke to Alex Jules is a grade 11/12 student. Ile has hopes of attending college Violence issues, Traditional Praying, Traditional Healing, next the students were Hilda Hansen, Alec Short, Pat Nicolsye, Aloysious or university in the United States because he has friends there. His Cleansing, Traditional Singing, Fasting, Oos- soomch, Men in Vincent and Carol Smith. choice is Malaspina College/University. Ile hopes to train in the forestry Violence, and possibly a Sweat? We are taking the first 25 men The students did some research then a write -upon longhonses. They or recreation field. His dream is to obtain his pilots' license for helicopters. for this; you need to bring your own tents, lamps and good boots were divided up into teams and assigned to create model long houses, Ile has already flown a helicopter two times! Irene Hansen, Arlene Smith and Patricia Short of Kyuquot School for a possible hike. All applications to Louie Joseph in Ahousaht, complete with din floors, fire pits and sleeping platforms. In speaking with other high school students, I found that most had phone 670 -9576 or at 670 -9558 or pay as you get to Kelsmaht; Jonathan Zand, grade nine, and Kenneth Justin, grade 10 told ilia a bit dreams of going onto post secondary institutions. Some of the grade 9/10 we truly hope and pray that we could be of help to nut First about their model long house which they have been working on since the studentsspokeof careers inthe clothing business,the NBA and Archeology. Nations Men. Choo, Corby G. and Louie Joseph. For more her to end of February. They collected their own building materials and have One student said she wanted to do something that would allow he information call Corby at 670 -9558 or Louie at 670 -9576. All spent aboutthree class sessions constructingtheir long house. Both students her own boss First Nation's men are welcome to this First Annual Campout in plan to go on to post -secondary institutions after they graduate and both o Evans Smith, grade 10, said that he would like to graduate Kyuquot for men. Evans is are interested in computer studies. Jonathan and Kenneth wrote the because it is his home and he doesn't want to go anywhere else. following about Ionghodses: interestedin sports and traditional an. He draws designs and carves paddles and canoes. Ile says his inspiration and teachers are his father, Tom Smith BIG HOUSE REPORT and Vince Smith. His father started to teach him about an when Evans was just six years old. When a big house was going to be built everyone helped. The chief Tess said that future plans for Kyuquot's Native Education program l appointed men to get cedar trees and planks. Each man knew exactly what are the creation of a language program and the creation of a song and Arts One -First Nations program he was doing and everybody worked together. the women made cedar dance that the students of the school can use. She is currently assisting the ropes and mats. - students to create almoner for the school. Other Native Education Workers Apply Now for September '98 Before they took anything from a cedar tree the men prayed, asking at Pon Alberni have issued a challenge that all schools with Native at Is a balanced bicultural education which prepares students for The banners will for help. To get planks the men used wedges to separate the plank while Education Workers make traditional design banners. living within both First Nations and Canadian societies. the tree was still standing. The men carried the logs and planks down the probably be displayed at the schools and also at NTC functions such as the HI Addresses the intellectual, spiritual, emotional and physical well- mountains by hand. Cedar shakes were cut for the roof and siding. Posts I Annual Assembly. sidas ranis erne/ , - being of the student. we re erected and rafters were notched in. .` PI 1 R Allows students to pursue the widen possible variety of of the used were made of wood. The wedges and hammers Most tools professional specializations in order tomcat the many needs of wem made of wood. Stones and shells were used for cutting. Bowls and First Nations commmtities. spoons were made from cedar. ! would like to thank the students and teachers of Kyuquot School A B.A. in First Nations Studies is also available. For further A big house's floor is din. It has support posts situated inside and for inviting me to their community. It was my first time to travel byroad information, visit our website at aroma n bc.co, or call beams holding up the rafters and roof. There is a hole in the center of the boat there and it was an adventuresome journey to say the least! roof to let the smoke out from the fire. A bench surrounds the inside of a On the evening of March 25, 1 ran over a sharp rock while passing (250) 741-8757 bighouse. the grader just outside ofZebailos and flattened a are on my rental truck Vancouver Island life style, scenic campus, and low east daring Everyone lived in the house. The house belonged to a chief Each It was pouring down rain and I had to walk a short distance into town for make Malaspina U ivmeky- College she manual chaicu family had their own section to live in. Food was cooked on the floor in assistance. / stopped at the first house where it was obvious that someone the open fire pit. was home and explained my predicament Without hesitation, the man When the big house was finished a ceremony was held. Other villages hopped in his truck and changed my flat and showed me where /may get Naneimo Campus 900 Fifth sneer, Nona,mo, BC V9R 555 were invited to attend ceremonies. Dances and feasts were held during the flat repaired in %bail. The poor tire was beyond repair. I would ceremonies. Visiting villages performed too. When planning a ceremony, like to thank Brian and Cheryl Norris for their kindness. Both had the flu men wore appointed to fish, hunt seals and wildlife. The most spiritual set braved the weather to assist me. Evans Smith, Grade 10 and his paddle at Kyuquot ceremonyre is the clo- qua -ne. The following day, I went about half the speed limit, nursing the only School During the summer fish was dried, ducks and wildlife were hunted four tires l had over the logging roads. I'd like to thank Cecil Sabbas, the and seal hunting was done for winter food. During the winter the people skipper, for waiting 15 minutes for me in Fair Harbor. moved up inlets. They brought cedar planks to build shelters. I left Kyuquot at 3 :30úh and started on my journey back to Port Haahuupaÿak School When the Europeans arrived, the natives were employed in the fur Alberni. The long trip over the gravel road was tense as I worried about trade. Supplies were shipped to them once a month by steam ship. Modem my tires. I breathed a huge sigh of relief as /hit the pavement Only 150 1®11 ropes replaced the cedar bark ropes and smaller houses replaced the big km to Campbell River and it's all smooth, flat, wonderful pavement! Oa" !was feeling pretty confident now Fifty kilometers down the road) ems- house. turned up the music and was happily estimating what time I would arrive Jonathan /and in Campbell River to pick up my own car then it happened l heard this O Grade 9, Kyuquot Elementary/Secondary .School awful thumpingno e. l was thinkrngrh are must have come loose because the nuts were only tightened by hand I pulled over and walked around the back of the truck to have a look The brand new tire was as flat as a FRIDAY, MAY 1, 1998 Native Education Worker, Tess Smith, has been busy planning and pancake! 5.30 pm . aassisting in activities for the students. There was an open house held at the I was an awful long way from Campbell River, my cell phone was Haahuupaÿak School Gym school and community members were treated to tea, cloop -char (bannock) useless because I was out of range, and 1 had no spare tire. Within five SP- 6000 Santo Drive and homemade black berry jelly. The students assisted in making the jelly minutes was offered aride to Campbell River. I'd like to thank the furnace 'e° Fun, fun, fun for all ages!!! and are selling some in order to raise funds for Kyuquot's first graduation repairman from Campbell River for getting me safely to year. !didn't 9$ Games - Prizes - Food - Door Prizes ceremony. get his name but ! am truly grateful for his kindness. The 1997/98 school year is the first in which Kyuquot Elementary/ Again, I'd like ro thank all those that helped me through the rip. 1 Artisans -- Traditional Food Secondary has offered grade 12. The community is quite excited about will not soon forget you. this as their students no longer have to move away from home to finish Model Langhouse of Yolanda Gibson and Charlene Short, Grade Everyone Welcome! school. This year there are five grade 12 students. They are: Stacey Denise Ambrose, Central Region Reporter 9/10 Kyuquot School 1 Krism Ty reran. Andy Tyrcman. Charles Jules and William Oscar. Sponsored by Haahuupaÿak School Stacey Hansen is excited about graduating this year. She has just i 1

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Some Dries from the past proud day to see than all here_" KUU -US CRISIS LINE HOSTS SOMASS HALL ART WORK were brought hack to life, as Jessie Stephens, coordinator of the Painting Pride artists the Painting Pride project, spoke JAIL 'N BAIL '98 REPRODUCED BY PAINTING PRIDE veiled their work in the Somme about all of the group's experiences Hall on April 4t. and she thanked the many people that The KUU -US /All People Chios Line Society was founded in 1993. dun iodic high The hall ways filled with family rate of shared their talents and knowledge suicide tonnes Aboriginal People's in the Pon Alberni and West 1 Nonh S LI r, Coast area. Based on that need i and friends who joined the young with the young artists. They learned the Crisis Line opened it's phone lines on a limited basis in 1994 and in 1995 expanded to include 24/71, a service we maintain artists for a day of celebration. from Nuuchdt -nulth artists, like Pat today, Li The Crisis Line is manned by a group of dedicated volunteers who give of their .a c -.bl Sß.... Besides the accomplishment of Amos, An Thompson, Tim Paul, Bill owes free will, and time to help their fellow citizens. The Crisis Line provides confiders. TTL treating and recreating the paintings, Touchie, from tial, anonymous, support t}. elders like Doug and free to those in need, through gammon. Prevention and - the Painting Pride participants also Intervention, Robinson, Bob Thomas, Kathy and in 1997 the Crisis Line answered 1212 calls. i'it'll showed that they had learned a great Robinson, Came Little, and Reggie en these tough economic times with the downturns in guaranteed funding by the government. organizations like o onlooking in me communities we deal about their Tseshaht traditions, David. They learned about their support. to help make up he shonfallssio our operating budget and ensure the Crisis Line Te songs and dances. maintains n's histories, their territories in the servicesset in the Pon Alberni and West /Nonh Coma areas. Involved with Painting Pride Broken Group. their language, about In order to remain proactive, the KUU -510 Crisis Line Society with the assistance were Jessie Stephens, Coordinator, their ceremonies, and spirituality. 01 the Port Alberni RCMP. John and Barb at the Alberni Mall will he hosting JAIL N' Jed BAIL '90 on April 29 and 30.1998. Dick, Wil Robinson, Richard When it came time to unveil This fun promotion allows YOU to have your Boss, Friend, Cnllegue or even Non Dick, Nathan Watts, Geoff Gus, the paintings, the cedar boughs were Friend to be arrested. YOU state send the ws. Barry Watts, Alex Antoine, Will the charges, paperwork mike Crisis Line and removed, and an explanation of each well do the rest. Sam and Jimmy Mack. painting was given by the either the On April 29 or 30 a warrant will be issued for the person YOU choose. They will Built in the 1940's by artist or the two instructors. Jed Dick be picked up by the RCMP and taken to the Alberni Mall to appear heron a judge. The judge will set and the frantic volunteers from the Tseshaht and Wil Robinson. bail phone -calls will start, after making hail she arrested will be given a token of our appreciation, for being such a good soon and will be freed community, the Somass Hall has Some of the paintings were The Painting Pride group led by Richard Dick, sings a song outside The paintings were covered with cedar boughs before being once again to mum to their normal lives. been the site of many feasts, described as follows: the Somass Hall brought to the hall Sounds like fun... drum up your charges. ..forms will be hand delivered to all weddings and happy occasions. in the comer where the singers businesses in Pon Alberni. posters aeo at a number of locations around town, or contact Several paintings decorated the walls gather is are two paintings the KUU-US Crisis Line Business Office at 223 -2323 for more information. of the building during its first twenty "honouring our ancestors". Pat Amos Looking forward to seeing you, Sheri Parent years or so, but eventually they came did most of the designing. - down when the hall was being Thunderbird, whale, wolf & .Program Coordinate,, KUU -US Crisis Line renovated. warrior, original done by Bill Painting Pride reproduced the Touchie, reproduced by Nathan COUNSELLING paintings, using old photos and Watts and Geoff Gus. To Go or Not to Go? advice from elders, and they also Two wolves by Wil Robinson, All oral have emotional [amblers one Orator another. At times, some people hD,, they created some new paintings, based shows B stages of life and the wolf are "going crazy" and Riley seek counselling it must mean they are "crazy" n, "sick -or on visions and family '`;~j-4 and tribal headdress is based on one owned by weird". The majority of people have ordinary unhappinesseshat wren ofr.er,.:. life rf-j, histories. Wile great grandfather, which was family work, relationshipdifricultiesand so on. Sometimes 510¢51 to get professional asst tanceto aid you in deciding which directionto go. The paintings were covered by black on one side and white 9n the The following list contains several examples of problems which could lead to your decision cedar boughs before everyone other side. t seek counselling'. entered the hall. Once everyone was A girl changing into a woman, o Feelings ofdissatisfactionwith your life seated, the Painting Pride group based on vision by elder Agnes Failure to establish satisfying relationship uith reto,neshipswith family. pander. friends entered the hall, singing Doug Dick. Panic or anxiety astacla, severe headaches A feeling of not being bred. being able to love yourself Robinson's entry song, with his At the front of the hall is the village Problems with Mention, memory, decision making, imagining things that are not true grandson Trevor Little leading the scene. Each of the participants Repeated problems with the law way. ¡minted a hghouse on the beach. The Sleep problems The Somas Hall was filled with people witnessing Will Sam explains the unveiling of his part in painting the Village Scene The speaker for the day was whale was designed by Pat Amos. 1 For waver can it dolor you? the paintings Edward "Tat "Tetoosh. A moment's A great feast had been prepared Help you loam skills related to decision making Help you gain confidence, increase self esteem silence was held out of respect to for the occasion, which included Help decrease self- defeatingways of thinking and aping some grieving families in the many traditional seafoods. The Help in selling and reaching community. you goals T Painting Pride artists sang and danced Counselling not "magic'. Growth must come from your own inner resources and NOT Doug Robinson performed a and gave out gifts to those witnessing from any outside sources. cigar (prayer chant.) Tat spoke about their special day and to those who When -shopping'/ a ee dueller... ad querrfaru. the I. How much experienced° you have? , young men involved in the assisted than. I 2. In what areas are you experienced? Ask for specifics. project. " These young men have A long, day had enjoyable 3. What kind of educational background do you have? taken a giant step in culture. They come to an end. But remaining 4. How often can you see me? have taken learn P° time to dancing and behind, for people to enjoy long into 4 How often do you usually see people for? singing. They have done a lot of hard the future, are the works of art by 6. What is your approach? 2. Can l red my records? i --. work and here to graduate. It is a very Painting Pride. lK lr s` al ` B. What is your policy around confidentiality? Pholostary by Bob Saarland Ask yourself... Did the counsellor n,wer myna :aims? Was Nestor able to understand you? Did you feel comfortable? J Did you feel respected? l 1 J Is the sononselloe competent to help you with your problem(s)? r J Did you feels sense of Must. or growing trust? d jJWI J Did you have negative feelings towards the ounsellor? Does the counsellor work with family members and will this bscome a problem? After p are cwnsell.rafew times. evaluate whet 0 going., O Do you feel that you are gelling the help you need?

1 O Are your goals being worked on? O Do your goals need to be changed? O Review your gods with your counsellor.

1 3' When is it timetu stop? When you have acmmplishe dyourgoals ,or made substantialgains. i OR After evaluating, what is going on and you find it is not working for you it maybe time to stop, or to find anotherc mello. Rosalie Brown and Edith Brown in front of the Jed Dick & Wil Robinson perform Jed Dick & Wil Robinson explain the If, at ay time during the munsellingp [mess, you feel your safety is in jeopardy LEAVE the "Thunderbird Man" painting. The original was a hinkeets or Sea Serpent dance paintings. This one is based on an original by A counsellor's office. minted r Edith's father Minter Touchie. Dr. George attend Ladies dancing to the welcome song at Painting Pride Feast I

14 huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA ' 15 NEDC HOSTS IN TOFINO CELEBRATION OF SOBRIETY FISHERMEN'S FORUM Steve's mother, Cecilia Titian, told the people that she is proud of hanging Tides & New Community Fisheries that he has other abilities that order to improve communication. her son. When he told her that he was going to treatment he said that he Nuu - Development, was next to speak. enable him to be employed in He said that there was going to buy a car when he gets out. When that time he Beginnings: The is no The Titian family of came, chah -nulth Fishing She spoke of DFO's allocation places other than fishing is all that implementation or utilization of announced to his mother that he bought a car. `That's good,' said Cecilia, Ahousaht honored one of Industry was the title of the policies and how they create has pulled him through so far. court cases that have been won on 'how much was it ?' Steve answered that it cost him 5250. `Well, son, their family members for Fishermen's' .Forum held in conflict amongst the sectors. 'The The government has behalf of First Nations and that that's a ggood start.' was her reply. his journey on the road to Tofino on April 3rd and 4th. The US and Canada are pitted against withdrawn and /or limited our the two newly created positions Steve has been steadily employed for the last three years in Ahousaht's sobriety. Steven Titian, Forum had two parts to it, the first one another, so are First Nations, access to the resources and may address the issue. Forestry/Silviculture program. He has owned four other cars since his first 26, was the guest of honor part being a government and communities and sports fishermen can't make their boat Many fishermen got up to car. He is now the proud owner of a 1997 Pontiac Grand Am. at a dinner held in business information fair. Booths fishermen. There will be no payments. He said further that we voice their concerns. Some spoke Steve was presented with a cake that was a gift from Corby George. Ahousaht on April 2/98. were setup at the entrance section economic stability if we continue are losing our identity as sea- of the negative impacts that fish R- Corby's sister, Eileen, apologized on behalf of Corby for not being able to a, Ile iscelebrating five years attic room where fishermen were to fight amongst each ether.' faring people, 'we are the farms in the Clayoquot Sound attend the dinner and she offered congratulations to Steve on behalf of the s`-4 of sobriety. invited to speak with various Scarfo said that she expects survivors and onceon we are gone, have on wild species George family. caused by Rick Lindholm resource people and pick up that there will be an that's it, no more. We grew up fish farm effluent, disease, farm Many friends and family got up to offer their congratulations and congratulated Steve and brochures and other literature. announcement of another buy- learning these skills. Today we fish predating on wild smolts, etc. rcv CYn uN ` words of encouragement to Steve. Eddie and Patti Frank and family ad his ne n 9trST' worsJ offered a prayer for his There were booths set up on back program. 'Not only do we e at the lowest level of Nuu - Simon Lucas expressed a concern srr presented a sweat shirt from Bella Bella to Steve. Ile said that he was continued success. Ile said behalf of NEDC (Nuu -chah -nulth lose fishermen through these chah-nulth participation in the that the NTC fisheries resource happy to me that there were elders here that are practicing sobriety and that he is thankful for the Economic Development programs, but also infrastructure fishing industry, we're threatened people are looking to the wrong that they are a good example for others to follow. 'One day soon 1 hope to opportunity to gather together and celebrate the successes in life. Corporation), CIBC (Canadian such as fish plants, fuel to the point of zero Nus -chah- places for resource information. follow in your footsteps, Steve.' Chief Rocky Titian and his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews Imperial Bank of Commerce, docks...and they are hard to get nulth participation. There are 'We have to have our own studies, Harvey Robinson told a story about Steve that happened during canoe served the guests a wonderful dinner that they hadpreparedforthe occasion. Furuno, DFO (Department of back. We need a long -term plan.' already some Nuu -chah -nulth not take DFO's word for it. They quest '97. 'We were over in Bella Bella and it was Ahousaht's turn to sing There was turkey and roast with all the trimmings, half-smoked salmon 1 Fisheries and Oceans), Western Dan Edwards, co-founder of communities that no longer have (NTC resource people) have to be and dance. We were singing but we wondered who would do the dancing. that was caught the day before, fresh bannock made by Rocky's aunt, Lena Economic Diversification and the West Coast Sustainability fishermen.' here in the interest of our Ha'wiih Next thing you know, Steve leaps over the fire and starts dancing the quee- Jumbo, ha -ish -coop, clam jacks, chamus and more. others. Association (WCSA), believes Amos said that this is the and their Ha- hoolth -he, not quath -lu (Sparrow dance).' I le went onto say that Steve is a positive role Steve said that at the age of 21 he decided that there was just too The purpose of the that there is a future for fishing in third year in a row that the Coho/ comparing notes with DFO. We model for Ahousaht's youth, 'it touches me that someone as -young as much trouble in his life duc to drinking. He was hanging out with the information fair is 'to give our communities. He is confident Chinook fishery has been closed need to utilize our own people that yourself has done what you have.' wrong crowd and he was tired of it. Without telling anyone, he quietly participants an opportunity to that the Regional Fisheries to local fishermen. 'If we're not are out there and know what is Darlene Dick also congratulated Steve and told him how much her began counselling with Corbett George. Corby assisted him with fulfilling learn about government programs Management Board for the West supplying the market, the fish there.' teenage nieces respect Steve. 'They are going through tough times and the requirements for acceptance into a treatment program at Tsow- tun -le- and services and resources Coast of Vancouver Island is the farms will fill the demand and we There were several other they think of you. Some oftheyoung people has quit drinking too. You're lum in Nanoose. He completed the six week program in April 1993 then available from the business answer to effective management will lose the market forever. I've speakers that spoke to fisheries an inspiration to us all.' went back for a three week session later that year. community.' The information fair of the resource. He said that the 'vested everything into my issues under the headings of: The Other people were noted for their sobriety. Some of them are: Barrie 'At first it was hard to resist, it didn't get easier until about the second was held from 10.00am to 5:OOpm Regional Management Board livelihood. If I'm told that I can't Maori Experience, The Business Titian: 15 months; Arlene Paul: 24 years; Mae Titian: 16 years; Carl year of sobriety,' says Steve. He made it through the tough times by sheer on April 3rd. should be in place by 1999 and fish Coho /Chinook again, I want of Fishing Loans, Financial Jumbo: 15 years; and Toffy Watts: 28 years. determination. 'When I was tempted to drink I just kept pushing myself, The purpose of the that they aree working on a compensation. This is a disaster Management & Investments, The Congratulations to everybody! encouraging myself, reminding myself that I didn't need alcohol.' conference 'is to identify industry mechanism for taking over that is no different from an ice Impact of Treaty on the Fishing By Denise Ambrose, Central Region Reporter trends, existing opportunities, licenses so that tat, ngrc will be storm.' - Industry -IMA, and The Future of a opportunities for diversification lost from the region' "Weeping 1' 'We are- cyirigrear w 91re she First Ninioósgeñíñglirmlry k) y d and innovation, and alternative access to fisheries at the local Nuu- chah -nulth leadership to - Opportunities, Options, fisheries.' The Fishermen's level is important because of the honor their responsibility to care Constraints. There was a break Forum started on the afternoon of economic benefit to the local for the people and the out session where participants had April 3 with a presentation communities. 'Foreign fishermen preservation of our ocean -going the opportunity to take part in entitled 'The Fishing Industry often sell their product elsewhere heritage,' said Amos. The Nuu - information sessions: Marketing Today.' Roy Alexander of the and often buy their fuel and chah-nulth Commercial Fisheries Your Product, presented by the ROCKY TITIAN FAMILY Pacific Salmon Commission was provisions AND outside the Committee will be presenting a BC Salmon Marketing Council SERVE the first speaker. community.' proposal at the April 6th NTC and Training for Tomorrow, :t GUESTS Alexander gave a brief Edwards congratulated the Budget Meeting requesting presented by Allan Okabe of the aa history on /a.. the Canada/US Salmon Nuu- chah-nulth leadership for funding for the creation of two Native Fisherman's Training w-'-tillC Treaty which f was signed in 1985 getting the Regional Management term positions. One position will Society. r s after fourteen years of Board issue to the treaty table, 'it lobby externally to government The Fisherman's Forum and 7"1- e 4 }p negotiations. is a=":: He said that the a big step in the right direction.' and fishing organizations, putting Fair was sponsored by Western terms of the treaty are not being Vic Amos, organizer of the forth the concerns and needs of Diversification and N.E.D.C. adhered to and that we need to Nuu- chah -nulth Commercial coastal communities. The second push for the confirmation of the Fisheries Committee, started his p rson would work within the By Denise Ambrose, Myrna titian & Cecelia Titian treaty arrangements. presentation by telling stories NTC amongst the Tribal Council, Central Region Reporter He described the current about local fishermen in order to Treaty Table and committees in ,auelEol l situation between the countries as give people an idea of what we COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR CHILDREN W 11 { one where Canada is taking stand to lose if the fishing industry WORKSHOP! I I conservation of salmon seriously trends continue as they do. Ile PORT ALBERNI FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Potluck Dinner by such means as closing fisheries spoke of a time not so long ago APRIL 15, 1998 Wednesday, April 22, 1998 and leaving the fishermen and when fishermen had so many 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Victoria Native Friendship Centre their communities financially smileys' on their lines that they 13 I.'S. x oin For mom information please call Delavina @ 723 -8281 5:30 pm devastated. On the other hand: the didn't know which one to pull 1: Everyone Welcome! Nuu- chah -nulth People in Victoria US has continued to fish the first. He spoke of one fisherman _ Group Formation -., - depleted stocks, leaving the onus that got pulled right out of the boat Discussion following Dinner d. .. MEN'S WELLNESS CIRCLES - HEALING THROUGH a Name of conservation on the backs of by a `smiley', fortunately, Seeking the man . a, Canadian fishermen. was pulled to safety. He spoke of SHARING AND CARING - SQUILAX, BC Youth seeking election Alexander is in favor of favorite fishing sites and their June 22 - 26, 1998 r Cultural Entertainment bringing management of the nicknames, many too raunchy to FOR MEN ONLY Bring you favorite dish/main dish, chamas, etc... fisheries back to the local repeat here. . Workshop Titles: Hiv Aids, Family Violence, Spirituality, Faa/Fae Bring your suggestions and comments on this day! communities through a regional Amos went on to describe Healthy Communities, Anger Management, Prize for Name Selected (Democratic Vote) fisheries management council. what government Father /Son Relationships, Gambling/Addictions Child minding will be available. policy has done 'registration 5250.00 due by May 15, 1998 to and visit with relatives and friends. Kathy Scarfo, President of to the local communities. 'Think Late Registration: $300.00 Come out mingle and/or shawls. the Area G West Coast Trollers of those that are gone, that lost Info: Patrick Adrian - 250 -679 -3295 - Fax - 250 -679 -5306 For those interested bring you drum or Association, member of the their boats or are about to lose James August - 250fi75 -3203 - Fax - 679 -3220 For more information call 381 -4250 (Pam) BRING CAMPING GEAR, Premier's Advisory on Pacific their boats and it's not so funny HAND DRUMS, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 384 -3211 (Verna) Vic Amos, organizer oldie Nuu- chah -nulth FOOD AVAILARLE @325/DAF Salmon Treaty, and member of anymore.' Amos said that the fact Commercial Fisheries Committee huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 16 HA- SHILTH -SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 HA- SHILTH -SA 17 THE TSESHAHT BAND HOSTS TRAINING AHOUSAHT BINGO NEWS used to be the Ahousaht Athletic Club HIV AIDS QNG Nq PROGRAM and who are now the Maagtusiis / Nuu- chah -nulth Q Community and TO CERTIFY MAINTENANCE MEN IN WATER The last $2000.00 game in Athletic Club. Ahousaht is the name Z' AWARENESS POSTER Human Services ,a; (0 Program DISTRIBUTION LEVEL ONE. Ahousaht was on Monday, of our tribal group and Maagmsiis is +U March 30th and produced 3 Me name place of our community CONTEST The program was from Monday, March 30, 1998 to Friday, April 3, winners who shared $667.00 each wham we live, right here on Flores S 998. who were Bella Campbell, Patsy Island- Our club fand- raises, we have Fighting O HIV AIDS The training is done through the British Columbia Waste and Water Geroge and Rene Little. $1000.00 our own workers, we charge a fee for Association, Instructor Mike Ippen who is Waterworks Superintendent for was raised for the Grad 98 students our caller, floor workers, and the IONG NP the District of Saanich. The exam is done by Environmental Operators who are: Greg Hayes, Larisha papers and of course Corby George Certification Program, facilitated by Bernie Tolman The participants write Campbell, Derek Thomas, Jeanine the person in charge of the finances, WAY CGI 1 r, an am at the end of the course and must have a mark of 70: to become Adams, Kevin Robinson and of the newly named FRC 98 fund- noodled. This is the first level of four different levels of training offered in Marshall Thomas. Congmts to these raisers bingo club. The following ABORIGINAL LEADERSHIP water Distribution and Waste Water by B.C.W. W.A. firm young people who have it in them month, May 20, 1998 will be a I (Joe Prest) have been advised that soon there is going to be a law to finish high school. I hope that you $2000.00 bingo for the Tofino/ DO 7'13 ReM 1I GM BET E ME .TIM passed that anyone working around water distribution and waste water all have plans to go further and for .Ahousahts, 8:00 pm at the T -bird systems muslin certified to look after these systems. The following people those of you that are going into the Hall. Everyone is most welcome. participated in the program; Roseanne Young and Bruce Nookemus (Huu - work force, good luck and take care. Cindy Dennis will be in charge for I. Accept that all communities are at risk infection. Become -abut. Guy Larson, Terry Sam, Gerald Fred (Tseshaht), James Tom The next $2000.00 Bingo is for the Tofino based Ahousahts 1 for HIV aware of the issues in order to protect (Ahousaht), Bob Sault (Mississauga.), Louie Sabbas and Don Sabbas the Early Childhood Education uniforms. We need two months in your communities. 2. Recognize that prevention is the (Hesquiaht), Joe Prest (Nanaimo), Rob Beckett (Pon Alberni), Kevin students who are on the way to advance for bookings and Cindy key to controlling the HIV epidemic. Fears and misconceptions about HIV /AIDS must be Fitzgerald and Dick I largreaenn (Village of Cumberland), Red Armstrong Victoria fora field trip! April 22nd booked way back when in 97 for her addressed with facts. (Comox). is the date, 8:00 pm at the T -bird Hall bingo. So with that behind us, the 3. Ensure that on -going education is for ALL NEDC paid for the training portion for the following Bands; Huu - in Ahousaht Everyone is welcome Charity Bingo Club is now folded up, provided BAND COUNCILS AND BAND STAFF 111V, STD and alcohol ay- aht, Tseshaht). The water Quality Project paid for the remaining Bands to come and try your luck. We have hopefully with no hard feelings from around and other drug prevention strategies, as well as skill building participation. had as much as 131 players, our last any of the old starter group. Our basic Fifteen entries were judged in the HIV /AIDS Awareness Poster for healthy behavior change. attendance was 120 players. The night is on Wednesdays but we also Contest, sponsored by the Pon Alberni Friendship Center's First Nations 4. Ensure that on -going community education, in and out of the Rocky Pass or Cougar Island will be doodler nights. If you book the place Youth Resources Program. Treena Samuel (left) and Buster Charleson school leaving Tofino at system, is supported. 6:30 pest and make and time and ask us to fund -raise we right), participants of the program, presented cheques to the winners o 5. a up Des clop appropriate,.nrkplree and community policiesto ensure pick in Opitsaht Our Bingo are willing to hind-raise for you if you the contest. The winners were Tamara Guy, a grade 9 student at A.W. that those already infected with HIV are not discriminated Club will he changing our name from can convince us. We have bookings ell'. standing next to Treena, and Melissa Jack, a grade 9 student at against- and can rely on a supportive and caring response to Charity Bingo to "Fund Raisers Club Medic bird Hall every Wednesday iris Project, standing next to Buster. Tamara won $200 and Melissa disclosing their EW status or to returning home. 98 ". We do fundraising for night. (icon Swan is the person in on $100. Third prize of$50 went to Kim Rowlands and Rhonnie I.esieur 6. Connect with other CHIEFS, POLITICAL LEADERS, organisations, hall clubs, field trips, charge ofT -hind Hall right now. Here who made their poster together. (missing from picture). The judges of the COMMUNITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS to support each canoe quest 99, graduations, core are the FRC 98 numbers; Corby G. onlest were the five youth in the Resources Program- Treena Samuel, other in dealing with this difficult and often overwhelming issue. training grads. Charity Bingo was Cecelia T. John Brown C. Bishop J. Buster Charleson, Ken Robinson, John Rampanen, and Roy Jack. Also 7. Participate in the development of BC's Provincial Aboriginal whopdt sous named when I, Corby.- Elizabeth C Molina D. )(you want 'edging were PAFC staff members Bonnie laude and Shari Newberry, 1 HIV /AIDS Strategy, being initiated this year by the BC George took it over, withthe help of tojoinusput your name in with either d PAFC Board members Manin Samuel and Marilyn Peters. The judging Aboriginal HIV /AIDS Task Force. then AAC who are now the MAC Corby, john or Cecelia. No charge took place on March 12th and cheques were presented on March 13th. 8. Work to establish Health as an integral and IMPORTANT PART Bingo Club who loaned me their to join our hole club. Chao, thank OF THE TREATY PROCESS and HIV /AIDS as a significant equipment to help me get started. you. Aboriginal Community at High Risk component in Health Chao, Deco to the old AAC. MAC Transfer. Corbett George. WHILE THE struggle with HIV and AIDS has been engaged on a sill Front row: Ground level - /ell to right: Rod Armstrong (Como.), Roben Beckett nificant scale in Canada for some 15, the location of the front lines in the effort (Port Alberni), Roseanne Young (Huu- ay -aht), Terry Sam (loi,l,ahl), Dick has not remained static. THE TIRE TO TAKE ACTION IS NOW! There are several Aboriginal Hume... Kevin rings-raid (Village of Cumberland), Mike Ippen - Instructor. Porch Rapidly emerging as a significant front line community at risk today in programs dealing with HIV /AIDS that can provide assistance. The Level: Louis Snits. (Hesquiaht), Bruce Nookemus (Huu- ay -aht), James Tom SACRED CIRCLE NATIVE ART Canada's First Nations people. Vancouver Native Health Society (604- 254 -9949) provides support and (Ahousaht), Don Sabbas (Hesquiaht), Bob Sault (Mississauga.), Gerald Fred As the last decade in Canada has seen a steady rise to aboriginal AIDS care to who Vancouver (Tseshaht), Aboriginals infected with HIV currently live in Joe Prest (Nanaimo). cases. observes Kevin Barlow, national coordinator of there now are CAAN, and is an excellent resource and source of information about this issue. PRESENTS NATIVE ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW studies showing "shat between 17 and 26% of new HIV infections are identified Healing Our Spirit BC First Nations AIDS Society (604- 983- 8774)pmvides SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE! as aboriginal" re Even those numbers may be low, since the ethnic origins community education throughout BC, a rental subsidy program and other In the at Departure of over 40 percent Facilitated by Marie Rush/ Kin Hut Bay Park of new HIV cases are not reported. In any case, based on known figures, advocacy and support to Aboriginals living with HIV /AIDS. RC Native PORT ALBERNI FRIENDSHIP On Departure Bay Road, Nanaimo, B.C. CENTRE aboriginal I AIDS cases represented from 1.5 per cent to 2.1 percent of the total AIDS Awareness Program (604 -6 0 -2088) provides community based APRIL 23, 1998 On Sunday, April 26, 1998 between lean - 92 and then went to 4.4 percent between 1993 96. Some - professional and policy development throughout BC. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. native leaden fear the proportion could reach 12 percent in the next decade. "Unless urgent insists "The For more information please call Delavina @ 723 -8281 Artists call now to reserve your space. action is taken". Barlow. AIDS epidemic among aboriginal people in this country can be expected to get far worse. We LAST WEEKS STORY ON A HELPING HANDS REGRETS TO SAY `Dinner will be provided for participants only. (250) 751 -1318 ask for Barb. need to encourage Canada to take a leadership role both at home and worldwide, NUU-CHAH -NULTH PERSON WITH THIS WEEKS STORY ON MICHAEL "Spiritual Cleansing" offered, Or visit our website: www.sacrcdarl must contact Delavina before April 21, corn where many indigenous populations are being severely infected by HIV and THE HIV /AIDS VIRUS, WAS WILL NOT APPEAR IN THIS ISSUE ... 1998. 1300 Loat St. Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 3L1 AIDS-. WRITTEN Egg HELPING HANDS NEXT ISSUE? A marked increase of HIV infections among women and youth, mostly NOT BY HELPING HANDS. Bernard Charleson through heterosexual contact and injection drug use. also is being observed, with implications of more 111V positive children to follow. Indeed, notes C.4NN, THINK ABOUT HAVING THE BLOOD Have lots of sex partners (Men or Tseshaht Market certain cases where almost whole families are being diagnosed HIV positive TEST IF YOU: Warren) without condom are being documented. Share Needles Had o blood transfusion between 1980- ANOUSANT FIRST One reason the problem maybe exacerbated in the aboriginal community, Hues sex with people who slue needles 1985 NATIONS CANOE OUEST Hure and six without condoms Are waved native groups observe, is that socio- economic differences are less marked there than in the general society. For example, injection -drug users may have little August "12th ", 13th, lath & 15th, "16th ", 1999 Gas Bar close contact with the in mainstream populace Canadian society as a whole, Please note the extra "2 days" added. while there are fewer class Goy' WE HELP WITH MOBILITY Serving the Nuu- chah -nulth people and the community of barriers of this sort within the native community. Lesbian? It all adds up to terse hopes that today's announcements from Health Unsure? AND AFFORDABILITY Port Alberni for nearly years Maagtusi is Reserve Canada concerning 20 continued National AIDS Strategy will somewhere Talk ralr¡/ran Ahousaht, B.C. underline the situation of the Open for groceries, full service gas, Chester Chicken, hot aboriginal community. anywhere in B.0 - Meetings will be set up in the near future with all Nuu- chah -nulth First "First and foremost, more qualified staff persons are needed in = _J, stil A Wide Variety tif snacks, tobacco products and so much more. treatment, support, palliative care and training", says Alex Archie, a peer Nations and other First Nations who wish to partipate. - I-800-566-11706//70 '', Home Health Care We invite Tribe to participate in this event. support worker at Healing our Spirit: BC First Nations AIDS Society in / matira. I/I`I,. Watch out for your %..,f. Equipment. our Breakfast Specials at the Vancouver. . "Focus is on our Youth" Frrds, and ,f While in its previous phase, 'the National AIDS Strategy had little or en d o f every month! For more information you may contact sappoetavailable nana , III nothing to do with aboriginal people ", remarks Archie, "I'm quite optimistic" Mon -Sat. ogle, Angel:250.970- 956319:00 ant - 5:00 pm) that the aboriginal situation will be noted this time around. noau, 1-4 pm. Your Home Health Equipment Centre Darlene 250 -670 -9531(9:00 am - 5,00 pm) i At the same time, Archie emphasizes II that AIDS "is a significant problem Mon, Wed. Friday MACS Alec: 200-670.9513 after $:00 pm in any MID Lex,vedonffighutty4bydseaszkafMen nmt FRIßD',14 population Moor people. This is ningr, 7-tOpm. -80Oá67 -1406 17 Tribes (9 canoes from U.S.A.) have that they first and fore most a societal "mamma. LatgastefatedrW.Coass confirmed concern. I think everybody has to be concerned". 2110 Northfield Rd_ Nanaimo ÏÑBDCHÄIRa will be paddling to Ahousaht in '99 18 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 I IA- SHILTH -SA 19

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AaoalGlNnl. Tr nM BC HONORS open more doors el furore games for all Nuucaariutiic Cicigi athleteswilh disabilities Sim Lacroix of BC 1750 Annual Nuu- chah -ninth -eats Tsitsiqi COACHES, Sean LEADERS AND Special Olympia presented the Team BC C/O P.0 Box 1218 Language that belongs to GAMES COORDINATOR ATHLETES OF TILE 1997 Noxnl teamsoftheyear.The Team BC swim team Nuu -chah -nulth Alberni. B.C. V9Y 7M1 theNuuchah- mdthNation Port AMSmcnrvINmGEnousGAMES was selected the top team of the year mote The Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council requires a Games Coordinator, for the 1998 Nuu - Phone (250) 724 -1225 N. Vancouver, BC March 7,1998 whole team proved to be the single most chah- nulth Tlu-piich Games. The Tlu-piich Games is an annual multi -sport gathering Fax (250) 724 -4385 dominantteam at NAIG 97. The teen Tlu -piich Games of First Nations communities. The Games Coordinator works according to policies had their best showing ever finishing 3. July 24 to August 3, 1998 and direction of the Nuu- chah -ninth Tribal Council and Games Committee. "Achieve Your Best behind Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Of Pon Alberni BC Performance" course our Team BC Special Olympic was DUTIES INCLUDE: The inaugural Team B.C, oure ikd team of the year, they won the Schedule of Events Community Coaching Conference was a huyaaqimt April Month of Flying Geese hearts of all Team BC supporters. Venues to be announced Planning the game's events with the Games Committee. huge success on March 6-8,1998. Hosted 1 1996 at the T BC qualifying location, dates, booking facilities, Dates Working with the Committee regarding rules, in the taa:1seral territory of de Squamish and at last summers NAIL an Event is such its springtime, and the plants are blossoming. This Nation and financially supposed by the ted 10,000 aboriginal youth from Managing the budget for the games within the limits set by the Tribal Council. Circle and long time a beautiful time of year. Here are some words and simple Aboriginal Sport across BC participated in the Team BC Youth Retreat May 15 - 17 se Managing even. and entries. coaching painter The Nationally recognized sentences about spring. Read them to an Elder or Program which ultimately became 800 at June 12 - 14 Arrangements for Officials, for all competitions. Investors Group the conf cecertified40 knowledgeable person, GOOD LUCK!! / the 1997 games. Many of the youth Youth Presentation Recording results. new coaches in Level 1 Theory and performedto Me highest of stem, the 18 oe Providing interim and other reports to the Committee and Tribal Council. Technical level l In soccer, archery, athletics games Wall the sportsn Team BC medalled (Pageant) July (both languages) Mafia Springtime Providing a final written report to the Tribal Council. and level soccer. Meyer). spoarmoretvelleyball.Each Team Opening Ceremonies July 24 meeting. Recording of minutes of committee / Chairing of game's Committee The feature event of the weekend BC member must be congratulated for Track and Field July 24 - 27 meetings. was the first ever Sport Gala Awards (tse) k'aak'ags- iici?akma Things am growing now. performing to the best of your ability at Adult 3 on 3 Basketball July 25 Supervising and directing summer Staff. Banquet on Saturday March 7,1998 at the NAIG 1997. (all) tags "aas7ak7i -s hihigtup Things are growing now. Adult Co-ed Volleyball July 26 Direxing and recruiting volunteers. SquamishNation RecreationNation Event The l997athleles of the yea awed, Fund raising as required for Games. Mme Of Ceremonies First Nations Summit were presented by Olympic Wrestler and JuniorSofball July 28 -30 (tse) oak "aas to plant Travel to Nuu -chah -ninth communities as required. Grand Chief Ed John opened the event by Athletes CatBoard memberGreg Edgebw Cultural Night July 28 (ah) tusk -trap to plant Other related duties as required. thanking Chief Bill Williams of the who credited all athlete recipients for having Junior 3 on 3 Basketball July 29 Squamish Nation for hosting this prestigious the discipline, commitment and making Youth Dance July30 canton their tmditionallands (tse) tuuk` "asiitw`it'ashek Are you going to make a garden? QUALIFICATIONS: sacrifices w Inch to led achieving great gold Swimming July31 re Previous sporting events organizing experience. Chief Bill Williams welcomed As medal performances alNArG'97 and urged (ah) k'aayafasiitw'it'ask Are you going to make a garden? Youth Closing July31 re Computer literate Experience with word- processing. Willing to learn other 150 guests to Squamish followed by a all Team BC athletes in the future m continue sports related applications. welcome song and dance by the Squamish to pursue etch doms and goals in the sport Men's Fastpitch July 3 (both languages) k'iihc`iip flower b Good writing and verbal communication skills. Ocean Going Society Dancers and an of their choice 1997 athletes of the year Men's Ballhockey July 31- August 2 Should have good knowledge of Nuu -chah -ninth Tlu-piich Games. opening prayer and grace by Squamish are: recipients bantam females; Nina Adult Slo -pitch August 1 -3 Elder Audrey Rivers for the Feast. (tse) q"ac`atp'igakinhmak'iihc`iip The flowers are pretty colors. b Must have a vehicle and valid driver's license. Willing to travel. Chick...in.!, Cape Mudge Band; main GamesClosing Augusta The ganef the evening began Kmnaloe- athlelicsNemo0Banlam male - (ah) efac'gt'igak'ak5i -s k;ii be' hp The flowers are pretty colors after a great meal by Kevin Rivers and his David Pierre -archery /Penticton; Midget SALARY: TEAM BC DINNER CHAH-NULTH PARTICIPANTS: The Negotiable and depending on qualifications and experience. staff. Barb Wood representingthe Province female Leanne Tull -athletics- Abbotsford (tse) 7uu5uuqukpat k'aaÇiiehsik. tiitticacik hiy`igstup k'aakags'i of B.C. read. message from the Ministerof midget male -Kevin Loring- wrestling- Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council will be hosting a Dinner to celebrate the Sport Ian Waddell congratulating Team Spring is the most beautiful time. Everything is coming to life. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Kitwanga; Juvenile females -Inez Point - participationandachievementsof our Athletes. at the 1997 North A191.71- BC's performance and the outstanding eing /5tolo Nation Evening Star can Indigenous Games, Saturday April 257, 1998 - 5:00pm - Alberni May 1 1 , 1 9 9 8 1 0 September 25, 1998. achievements oftbe 14 athletes atNAIG'97. C asimv.atdery:Kmlopsluvenik male (ah) 7uusuuquksak'a?iich'si?akquu. k'aagacik hinigtup k'aags "as Athletic Hall, Likewise Patrick McCauley from the Neil Allen /swimming Nuu -chah -ninth to life. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Spring is the most beautiful time. Everything is coming Premiers Youth Office spoke of the value Nation; Junior femple-CeCe Jimmie. Monday Aped 27,5998. ' of the Team BC Program for aboriginal EVENTS FOR THE DISABLED: The Games Committee resolves - ii1i ;TV ,- ms!mda d nw,wA M nw s I o ming/Menin; Jm for male -Gary Trask/ and all award members, from our community, in the Nuu -chah- Nuu- chah -nulth -eels Tsitsigi have alphabet book and tape youth acknowledged swimming/Ft. Nelson Senior Female - to include disabled SEND RESUME TO: Ea Samuel sets for the Tseshaht and Ahousaht languages. These sets are use- recipients of their contributions to Team Leanne Wilkinson- swimming/Cenichan nulth Tlu -piich Games, in all areas of participation, planning and Nuu -chah -north Tribal Council BC's success at NAIG '97 and looked Williams - ful learning aids for anyone who wants to learn the sounds and Lake Senior male- Francis coordination. PO Box 1383 forwardto wotkingwith Team BC youth in e.g- stolo Nation; Special Olympia symbols of the Nuu- chah -nulth languages. If you are having trou- Port Alberni BC V9Y 7M2 the future. Bill Blackwater, President of female- CarolAnne stocker/Viuoria-Male- FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Ed Samuel, Games ble understanding the writing system the alphabet book and tape Phone: 250724 -5757 Fax: 250. 723 -0463 ASRA thanked all Team BC Mission S.ff, Vernon IludsoniVoctona. Owrdinator, Nuu -chah- nulthTribal Council, PO Box 1383, Port Alberni set would be of greatassistance. It is simple and easy to follow. E-mail: edsamuelQìsiand.net coaches and athletes for representing BC The Investors Group Sport BC V9Y 7M2, Phone 250- 724- 5757,Fax 250 -723- 0463,E -mail address The book and tape are $25.00 a set, or they can be pur- with respect and pride and congratulated. Administrator Award recognizes the award recipients for their achievements at $18 00 the for the tape. FUNDRAISING FOR TLU-PIICH GAMES dedication and commitment of a sport edsamuel @island.net chased separately, for bookand $7.00 the 1997 NAIG. - DONATIONS WANTED- programmer and volunteer who has given For large purchases the price is negotiable. 11 Coaches were awarded the 3M countless hours of time so that coaches and i itiatives of Team BC in 1997. Ile also coaches of the year awards for their coaching athletes can enjoy the benefi0ofsport. This thanked all aboriginal communities, If you have any suggestions or questions about the language We are asking all Nuu -chah -ninth artists, carvers, weavers, xcellencrshown at the 1997NAIG. Many award has been an integral part in each of amities, coaches, chaperones and most of LS.C. please call Nun- chah- nulth -efts Tsitsiqi (250) 724 -1225. headers. painters, etc. If they could kindly donate any of their of their athletes achieved bestperknnsnces the 5 BC aboriginal coaching conferences all the athletes for giving him the THUNDER work towards an auction. We will be holding an auction, once we last summer at the games. The following that have been supported by the Investors opportunity to be Chef de Mission of coaches were recognized: Peter Cross - YEAR -END get enough art work, and we will advertise where and when we Group. Stanley Lewis of the Investors Team BC. Thome stated as a first time athletics /Greenville Track Club; Bob Group presented Crysmle Nahanee with Chef de Mission acknowledged some BALL HOCKEY tir will hold this auction in the Há- Shilth -Sa. This auction will be Hampton- BOx.g/Victoria;Bruce Clarke- 1997 recipient of the Span Administrator mistakes were made and working together TOURNAMENT and Nuchatlaht Bands which will be ' ruing /Cowichao For Sale for the Kyuquot, Ehattesaht , Bay; Clarence Award. Crystal organized four lacrosse with the communities we can continue to forming a tri par team to attend the 1998 Tlu -piich Games. The Pannier. so ter/ Scolo Nation; Garry teams. coaches and volunteers that refine the sport system that we all had a "Indian Residential Schools: The Nuu -chah -nulth Experience" Tri Par team will be members from all three bands mentioned Feschuk-soccer/Sechelt Nation; Stephen numbered well over 100 in preparationsN part in building for all Firs [ Nation and Williams-canoeing Stolo Nation Richardahanee ,pm system BOOK above, and we will be fundraising till it is time for the journey to wand during the 1997 North Aba brhooeOmd William, panic Nahancc, crsAllen Nahanes ArmsAmerIcan Indigenousus Games in Victoria will be better and information will be out These books have been reordered, and are once again available the Tlu -piich Games. We will attend this venue in good and Teware, Joseph-all lacrosseDaman coaches August 3-10,1997. After all presentations sooner for This years qualifying events. from our enjoy participating in the games with from Nation. Men Kelly -woca sportsmanship, and to also MC cdlobo spoke to the large crowd talking Thorne acknowledged Alex Nelson and dip Nuuchah -nulth Community and Human Services Program Office. enough players to participate in all the venues. /M Nation. The Awards were of the First Nations Summit who meet in the ASRA Board Of Directors for their April 24 - 26, 1998 and Anyone who is kind enough to donate anything towards this presented by Tammy Lawrence of the very same SquamishNatlon Recreation roles in the success of NAIG '97 and Promotions Plus, the BC Sport Organization forward to working with all Stahl Slabs Gym ' Nuuc hall -nultb Tribal Council Beyond Survival" VIDEO leave a message at the Kyuquot Band Office at 1- Centre and spoke of the total support that looked auction can for girls and wanes and Debbie Nowell of These videos have also been reordered, and are once again available has come from the summit chiefs inregards es for the 1999 Fargo NAIG Port Alberni, B.C. 250- 332 -5259. the Coaches Assoc union of BC. very from ionic 1997 North American Indigenous that games. Good luck and see you all Alex Nelson, Executive Director for were so successful in 1997. soon the summer of Prizes & Trophies our Nuuchah -nulth Community and Human Services Program NAIG 1997 and Aboriginal Sport Ed John then introduced highly The Aboriginal Sport And FP Office. Recreation Association presented the regarded and respected elder Chief Simon Recreation Assn. of BC and Aboriginal ASRA-Team BC Special Awards to Baker who spoke of the values of sport and Team BC would like to thank the Women's Entry Fee: Dorothy Paul and Sabha Sall whose shared his vast knowledge following for making the Banquet and $200. [Please note, there ás a discount price available to all First Nation ° °° Optical to the capacity dedication and had work was a major factor Mall) crowd. Chief Baker called on his grand Community Coaching Conference a member] f(Located in the Alberni A'n the success of Team BC prior Nand DOA nephew Chuck Sam to assist him Ina drum success. Investors Group Inc. Aboriginal Men's Entry Fee: Q during the 1997 Now American Indigenous performance dedicating the song to all the Sport Circle, Heritage Canada, Coaching Stem. Send your orders to: for all your Optical Heeds. Repairs. Contact lenses and Sunglasses. Games Alex also recognized ASRA's youth. Simon captured the crowd with his Assn. of B.C., First Peoples Travel, 3M, Nuu-chah -nulth Community and Human Services Program Board of Directors Bill Blackwater, Les wit and charm and was greeted with a Coaching Assn. of Canada, Squamish Prices Antonc. Edith Foruer.GoorgeSampson.Ld P.O. Box 1280 Everyday law arousing ovation. Thank -you Chief Simon Nation Recreation Centre, Athletics BC, Mens - 1st 8 teams confirmed Samuel, 0050MoranandWarrenChrvehe Serengeti, Killer Loops, Indian Motor Cycle, Harley Davidson, Roots, Baker. BC Archery, BC Soccer, Promotion Plus, Ladies - Inri teams confirmed Pon Alberni, BC for their leadership and canmus the Balk. Oakley,. You name it, we have access to it. 1997 Team BC Chef De Mission First Nations Summit, Premiers Advisory For more information contact: V9Y 7M2 1997North AmericanIt games Gamesm Deno Thorne concluded the evening on Youth- Athletes Can and the Province Les (290) 723 -8950 Phone (250) 724 -3232 it unfolded into the bast games ever. First Halloos of BC (Sport Services Branch) Grand Sam at Phone. (250) 7240244 thanking the Summit the BC Fax (250) 724 -6642 The involvement of the Special Metis Council and the BC Association of Chief Ed John, Wendy Grant John Richard Sam at (250) 723 -8503 026 -3550 Johnston Road, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 7X1 at NAIG'57 Olympics for the firer lime will Friendship Centres for their supporting the Sr

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about each other's feelings, 5. We are We need to rake a look at where does CHOICES - responsible for what we say and do. Here our anger come from? The residential I cannot change yesterday. ALCOHOL -DRUGS are some things to stay away from; called schools have been closed for so long now. I can only make the most of today, P MAILING HA- SHILTH -SA TO NUU- CHAR- NULTHMEMBERS Women in Control need letting that Men - -FEAR - fouling out, blaming, getting even, hitting We to start thinking about And look with hope toward Ha -Shilth-Sec is looking for addresses of Nuu-cheh -nulth members who are NOT Attention Ahousaht Band FORGIVEN makiecacIcsm,name calling not listening go. It is unhealthy to stay in that space. tomorrow. receiving the paper. Hc-Shilth-Sec is free for all Nuu-

. contact the Ditidaht Treaty Coordinator in Nanaimo. can be done, my for Rap was to va down marijuana or hard drags. Weimar ability nose Not ma,otheralbestolen from inks got", "I cannot change. heal what I do P.O. Box 59 Not many other ethnic groups Tel: (258) 755 -7824 or toll -free at 1- 880.997 -3799. on my swearing,' much as 'could, but this to have Ian without our endorphins, which our noses. not acknowledge" (there are meanings Zeballos, B.C. dies or goes away from Overuse could or would have survived the many did not help great deal, t find that gave Dhow behind every phrase). Their behaviours, VOP 2A0 myselfpermission swear when lam alone of drugs alcohol. And more times Aar tarns louant e aMe, that maltase been a strange but overwhelmed by joy and Phone: (250) 761 -4155 andao child will hear me. others we seem to go back for more alcohol put through. We are not gang logo away. HUU- AY BAND MEMBERS excitement, gave me incentive to find Fax: (250) 761 -4156 ATTENTION -AHT There wren many ways to let anger and drugs. mull! be here when the year 3000 comes, we may bette only left by that time, out for myself what this program wan go, here are some of the ways that 1 have AA & NA is part of the answer, people address. all about. Friends, Relatives, Leaders To Ehattesaht Membership We need your learned, there are probably many more. I commitment o a healthier life or boner life because we are strong survivors. All Please call the Huu- ay -aht Band Office at used to split woods lot, I threw stones down style is the other pan of the answer, it is up It is things [hat happened like the and Service workers had gone to Hello to you all. I am the Ehattesaht Secretary and the Ehattesaht the beach, went for short brisk walks, wrote to ourselves to find the method to stay abuse that was handed down to us. I have Choices. Sol began asking around to see Membership Clerk. Please get all your new babies registered. If you would 1- 888fi44-4555 had my down on paper whet I was angry about, or healthy. The last pan of this short paper is to unlearn my swearing, my yelling, if I could get more information. like your children registered, I will need your child's large birth certificate, or shouting, even my physical abuse. It takes even confronted the people who I thought that we have the right to make choices. We Everyone I asked who had gone was and you will need to sign a consent form that you are requesting your child to Huu- ay -aht Treaty Office at have the right to tell some one, that is not Arne, and we never ever get perfect. Only made me angry. Some people go to the gym encouraging, however, they also did not be registered under your band number. I hope to be hearing from you. (250) 723-0100 and work outline many ways, either running your choice to make, it is my choice) need as good as we can be. Perfection is for give me significant details of the From Lorraine John lifting weighn, or getting into an canise to make for myself We also must always Mists, athletes, excellence is for people who program What I did find out was that group There are some people who would maintain our overt Ouse in live day to day. Choices" is about finding out about who IMPORTANT NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT B oppose some of these ways and for good see JVh It takes !i''""""t,ge the hurts illh II 9s an no The Potlatch scheduled for May 9, 1998 has been postponed until further notice. reason.,they work for some and they do not bly leti ngthem m0ueirce me Inkhaehg wag. hire 41íe.RIcI51goSe,'fn4I ti y6TñoblüdalibiltütheW NOTICE- TO EHATTESAHT FIRST NATIONS MEMBERS g an Thank you all for your understanding. work for others. The Ming to do is to find !have taken it from there and made it plain resentmenkdonotgo away overnight, The interpersonal discovery. "Choices is a Josie Watts B way and nee I make my healing is just that; a process, it is investment in the self. Discovering good way, release the anger. The best simple own choices from process The Ehattesaht First Nations is in the process of offering for me is to talk with someone Shea chat is now on. I still aspect the right for someone not an event and we seem to sometimes wan pieces of a puzzle, it is an enlightening training opportunities in the field of Band Administration leading botberug nee that seems, diffuse some that still uses drugs &or alcohol, that choice toga fooled by this. I have had, stay in experience. Ilea challenge. !encourage Employment Opportunity The ventures. most of the anger Oder codas is still their own choke, I respect that. In healing process just to stay sober. It was anyone who is interested in "Choices" Ehattesaht's economic generating is the same I the same I easy, say I quit, it was not easy, stay a aimed at the young people who have to learn how to mule it by conflict breath expect respect to experience it for themselves. One of We are developing program fo4p fmchoices. sober. It was one-day to the next day type resolution. We wills always have the same give Forgiveness is another issue the reasons for not giving details of the the desire and commitment to become Presidents and Chief Executive Financial Controller ideas, in fact most of us thin ',mr noway here we get caught up. We don't of thing. Men & women in control is abig program is because it is like someone Officers (CEO) of Ehattesaht companies. These companies are Hecate Learning conflict resolution is sometimes know how, forgive each other issue amongst our NTC tribal group, it is telling you about an interesting book, or Logging Ltd., Ehattesaht Fishing Company, Barr Creek Forest Renewal probably the best way. There used to be ousels.. Wetai I)Wtih all the wrongs time for us o think and know and The Ahousaht Band is seeking. accountingprofessional to take movie, or see excellent CD and workshops m this, although) have not seen did. Wean only askmgive forgiveness, understand Can only controlnlyself. Iris is) aching Ltd., 9119 Investment Ltd. (Shake Shingle Mill), Magnin responsibility for all of the Band's accounting and finance functions. The wtpossibleeerig a rally. ,Y and w.goldngt 1p flbk,wf.prerxtand any lately. Even if me learn how to agree to it can be done only once, because if keep an e adnaaly.me y0N Development Corporation, Newco (Hell -wood Contract with WFP/ successful candidate must be a proactive problem solver and will have e disagree, it %aroma all forget that most of forgiving Than you are saying to historically, on teens petP¡eipnlly, to the significance [lyou've experienced yourself, , Doman), Ehattesaht Holdings Ltd. and The Ehattesaht Trust. strong background in management accounting, financial systems, budgeting us are have the same mandates whether we yourself you didn't really men it the control anyone else. it yourself If you are considering or, f It is the desire of Chief and Council and The Ehattesaht Trustees preparations. The ideal candidate will have the following work for the First Nation; tribes the NTC, time. Once is enough. So who is really in In my wedding vows hams I ma deciding to go to "Choices", give í00v/ and financial to create a Training Centre will also offer training in skills and technical art service First Nazi nspeoples way or control of you? Veraselforyourspouse? Is love, cherish and honour my wife. It does put in as much as you want to get out of qualifications: Sy not I have the hit her Drawn her development for work in the Forest and Silviculture Industry. another One of the things 1 was taught a she allowed to go back to her own family say right, it. If you hesitate, you will only decrease long time ago was take checks. once in are you in We must have made then up ourselves. I position, learning Office to reality If awhile? Or control of the benefits. "Choices" does not fix If you are interested in training for CEO *professional accounting designation or enrollment in the senior you do not believe any of th is,,ke a reality yourself, Or is itthat some else is controlling had that problem with reap first wife, bless and anyone, however, what it does do is h or Management Skills or wish to improve your Forestry Silviculture level of recognized accounting program check. How good are I getting along with you aenghya agar? It iseasyto control her dear and wonderful soul. I have been gives you tools that you can work with Skills, contact the Ehattesaht Band Office and request an application oral communication skills my spouse? Doll have the right to beat up others people by keep ing them angry all the givens secondchancen be abetter person, excellent written and everyday. Tools include becoming form and a questionnaire from the Councillor with the Education on her? Have I ever physically & or tine. It happened to me more than once. It rata bitter person. I know I still have my computer knowledge including experience with AcePac Plus who you are and others, emotional or mentally abused her? Have I took forever. There is no guarantee in life shortnmings.I am not perfect and I will aware of Portfolio. accounting software. spreadsheets. Windows NT, Internet, E- acceptance, forgiveness, confidence, ever called her names? Did she ever have that everyone's going, near se very nicely not attempt to be that just, be my mail, MS Access Certification back eye? If yes what gave me the right, all the time, I learned more from my bad best In fact we all have our shortcomings, incentive, encouragement, and hope. Band Office Phone Number: I- 888 -761 -4155 - the ability to halation efficiently in a team environment give books! When waste lasttimel ever experiences than my good ones. So as the and we judge each other too harshly some Thank you Marc Lalonde, Fax Number: (250) 761 -4156 - experience in stafferpervision listened to her about how she really is? A saying goes, chill out, cool down, count, times. We could be the hardest worker and Senior Supervisor for the Nuu -cheh winner will apologize and not don again, tenor one hundred if needed, but slow down. of think twice of it. Chill out, cool doom, nulth Infant Development Program - um of 5 years of related experience and goforhelp where it is available. Make. list el romp that you slow down, life is too short to make it Abel cannot possibly influencing me to go to "Choices" mead - Certification Desirable will say accept my apology and do it over change, and let those go, if it is not in your miserable, Control is important. control of of the I.D.P. Training Package. I would again, until the next time, power. it is nowt. Make list ofthe things our con destiny, fate hase way of always also like to thank Jack Cook N.T.C. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the Here are some of the ways to deal you can change and change them. Life gets halmnig and esemng,hmgeout Our First a9 Employment and Training Programs Band's financial and accounting with ourdiffereruaa :ales: for fighting fair: much easier and you can relax more, the Nations people have always understood Nis. 1. Find out the problem, 2. Attack the alms does not all go away at once but it We just forgot for awhile, it lent,. staling Coordinator for sponsorship and Debbie Dan Legg, C.G.A. Functions including related entities and business ventures. An important problem, 3. Listen to each other, 4. Care we helps you accept things. to dawn on me what my gramme & pampa Foxcroft Nuu- chah -nulth Community function of the Financial Controller is to provide advise and information

use andto - R. F.C.G.A. say tome, it meant chill out, stay cool, and Human Services for her Jay Norton, various committees on financial issues as Your Hosts to the Band Council and and slow down, our day is now, yesterday encouragement. Meta)! Klecel required. Paul and Wendy (',berg acne,. see here. today bite. Anyone wanting more Applicants should submit a resume no later than April 16, 1998 One and two bedroom kitchen suites. now and a need to accept and acknowledge information can contact your band this. Today kale first Java( the rest of my Degruchy, & Co., Sleeping units. Competitive rates. Near Bus Stotler and on office or call the "Choices" office at Norton life. I have no one to hate or dislike:I have City Bus Routes. Situated close le Alberni Athletic Hall and (604) 534 -7131, Fax (604) 534 -7217 no personal enemies. I disagree with people Certified General Accountants Ahousaht Bend Administration Mehl Mans Gym or write Choices Unlimited at 0205 but 1 do not hate them. I never will. I do 5379 River Road, Pan not plan to go back to my old ways ever 20179 56" Avenue, Langley, B.C. ana Floor, 4445 Gertrude Street., General Delivery, Ahousaht, BC Alberni, B.C., Von ell Bus: (250)724 -0185 again. V3A 2Y6. Port Alberni, BC. VOR 1A0 Telephone: (250) 724 -3236 V9v6J7 Fax: (250)724 -1774 a One Corbcn(Cmby)Geozge Attn.: Ahousaht Personnel Committee ll 22 HA-SHILTH-SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998 HA-SHILTH-SA ' 23

To My Son, In Loving Memory of With Love, Mommy ANSWERS WITH -IN CONGRATULATIONS! CLASSIFIED I Walter Sheldon Marshall 1I "; Happy Bran I :s los Brown an Happy Birthday to no Granny Rose FOR SALE Why does ahem. have to cry Last night I dreamt April l°. Esjoyyour specialday,swcetheatl Come. Love Sid Sharleen & Family. Carvings made ro order. G. Nookemis. Ná Shiith-Sa You were only a reach away, Why do the binds. take to de sky Happyl4thBiNWaymmy decor, specialNias We would *moan the following a Phone 723 -M04. Still with every attempt Why does a amine,. have to fall Margaret Charlie on April 16" Enjoy your Happy Midday Kahn Wilson on April 4 Bob Soderlund, spread &.Bah Loveyou Always, Auntie Melissa Ross on Apse 76 Edward Ross on I couldn't make you stay, Why do my emotions, put up a wall FOR SALE A /EDITOR MANAGER Caul &Caen Margaret Api 19% Lisa M Watson Apse 206 Mile For sale or made to order, rings brace- St T HapA Mom Atbeis WarsooApse202DaWishingWilson andLo lets, pendants brooches, earrings & bolo SOUTHERN REGION REPORTER Why I don't know how does the sun, keep shining bright of Abusai lOren 659 Birthday .. -cths WdeonenAand of you ties. Tan Taylor, 1034 Ecoole Place, Pon P.O. Box 1383 I'm ever going to let you go. Why do wolves, cry at night Om tumid Skew N ilsssan e wonuchah haveahappysani enjoyable doe noon. Lab Alberni, B.C., V9Y 71.7 Phone Pon Alberni. B.C. V9Y 7M2 004 of Uwe. Huhgìe lib patents Rance and I'm so lonely now, Why does the blue jay, love to sing nu know what a "great and wonderful" ad Phone: 75 -Stet7 nl Aton -Man you have been m my brothers, my Mike. 00%000.app 3 - Maybe I'll never know Why do the flowers, bloom in spring FORSALE Fax: to my rn and myself Nine) wmhaaaapea Happy abeam Native designed jewellery on gold or sil- I Please call in alumnae if you want April your odewife And kes Ló the deep lins of Love ad Appreciation Fan vac rings earrings, bracelets, pendants by I important events covered. Come down here, Why does a locark fall in love we have You always blue there Happy ,also Nees I boom., Gideon Smith. Phone 923-3550. Take away mommy's pain, Why do children, push and shove for ere with the laughter -the reae, the joy - Janice Thomas, also mto nieces Iliabedh and I want you near, Why does love, have to hurt the other de sorrow, the happy hearts -dead horns, Suzanne Thomas; Happy pr Birthday to DORSALS Denise Ambrose adjusts be our Mom. Me nephew Dennis Frank m Tom T, Happy August 30, 1975 -Apri121, 1996 Without you I'm going insane. Why do l feel this way, help me Naive designed jewellery; silver, copper, CENTRAL REGION REPORTER us down Yau hase always sunward in the Jamesompril15nephew Curtis Tan and Pack gold engraving, stone setting. Contact General Delivery mother Incas tes. Happy Birthday en Son ben way you know how. 1 would like to ay on Apt iI", Gordon Dick by phone 723 -8611 or Cell Torino. B.C. t / I love you Keenan, Doroth" to Rose, Darlene, Laura Gail, nephew Jeff David on April 20"; Happy 6" 954 -9404 725 -2120 1 Phono a.rt'; You're always in my heart, I wish I know, the answers above Downy, Percy, Lawrence ad Bella for Belay Aged Fax: 725 -2110 Son we see your picture. the mantle, sharing you Mann willingly and for 30".FinappyBirthdaya Mayor Mara You'll always be my little man, These questions I ask, that are about NUULTLMFMJLTl NATIVE dense @arrenleirh.nel And our hearts begin to pound. Happy Mue Howard William Even far love accepting usayavownBrothersa dSismrs. LANGUAGE in though we're apart. WELCOME HOME We close our eyes the evening, Have A Wonderful Day Auntie and way on Apse elraetum ApMundyJr.mA Transcribing in phonetics - for meetings, Please call in advance if you want Until we understand, achild will cry And we dream you re still around. more to come!!! Love from your open to Roy Robertson Api 30: Special Birthday research projects, personal use. Hourly CRYSTAL & AYANNA. I *e Important pants reverend rrr*rrrr*****r**rr** *saes Tears of innocence, they'll be asking wishes Auntie Louise Robe.Rational on Api 304. would like to congratulate my best children: Guy, Cyril, Mel and Vie. Happy rates. Phone Harry Lucas at 724 -5807. We miss your joyful laughter, why! Belated Bella m my relatives e Mach: Form Peed, Dato& Kids. friend - Cousin Crystal (Chris) And your fun and games. rd like wish Man Kama hiked Address I pass you on the street, Willard Gallic Jr. Special Happy Birthday to my Husband, FOR SALE (,.5 Clappers on completing her first We keep expecting you around the coma, 42nd birthday on April 24th, all m wicked My body filled with hatred, Charles Thomas Sr, m my nephew, Phillip Carvings for sale. If you are interested in Changes year of college at Malaspina. And losing your love is a shame. Wishing very important person Guy Edison Louie 3", to my Niece Torcy Wanda Loved Happy tom Bist, m native carvings such am coffee table tops, Hear full of pain in my life a very Happy April 14th; haired birthday town Right on, you're the best!! Spring 35th Birthday for Campbell, may am Cyril Louie;w my am., Melodeon clocks, plaques, 6" totems, s, leave Subscriptions Son, you were a perfect example, Eyes filled with tears Mach 30/98. Happy Birthday Irvin Frank Dennis Michael. lawn >n. Happy 3rd Birthday & summer is here so RELAX, Lawrence"SWeak "Campbell. Brandon Dick, message for Charlie Mickey at 724 -8609 Of what is good for the heat. My mind full of blame. Thank you Haney, for our lovely family. Ivan Dick, Bnn ieCampbeli Derrell Campbell, goesommmynephew "Cuteis" an April 15th. B.C. VOP2A0 .E -Mail ENJOY it while it lasts because or Go Box 40, Zeballos, What you accomplished was so simple, Was it you took Lave Debbie & your sons and daughters. Jeffery John, Gordon Campbell, Maggie Love you m9; Happy BiMday bunk Willie, before you who my baby? Should be directed toi know it you will be You showed,showed who love can do Would like to wish 2 beautiful Clarke, Rose Charlie, ask Eaton, Debbie Happy Birthday on April 19th. Love Lyse& RENEE'SCHUMAS From I wonder every day. back in Nanaimo to complete the sun. daughters. Elizabeth Irene& Suzanne Joan Frank, Doreen Smias Diane Smith and Kelsey Jeff CATERING I have so to Annie Watts many questions ask, very enjoyable& memorable 15th Beth - Campbell. Happy Birthdaymallmy relatives Happy your last year of college. I know Lunches and dinners. 720 -2843. Ha- Shilth -Sa Salon love you, I have so much to say. day for April I/98. Some encouraging in Frank on Minch 19th; Dennis Dank on April you candoit. (Me and you at your April Special Happy Blthdaymmyniece. And we'll keep your SPIRIT alive. Can you tell me why words congratulations for life and for also Numb. to my niece, Leah -Joy Louie. Ivan end, Happy COMM to Uncle and Grandpa T.S.G. TRUCKING Office Manager high school grad, !can't until wait Even though we must go on, doing so well. school. Keep up the good Lee Mark, Patrick Dick, Marion Willie Frank on April 19th. Love your niece When I loved him so much, Campbell, SERVICES your college grad). We missed Your memory will never leave work. To you both always walk with pride Amanda Charlie, Clarence Campbell and Eva TJ. Darrell, grandchildren Jolene & Johnny. P.O. Box 1383 Did he have to die? Moving and Hauling you both a loll Lots of Love, Our HEARTS or MINDS. with your head held up. Take care you two. Frank. From arelative in Alamo: Happy Birthday to my cousin Patrick g. Port Alberni, B.C. It's no hard to live on, REASONABLE RATES Molly & Christopher. We love you so much never forget we are Rapp Birthday to April 6 Irait.' Frank on April Ist' Flos TJ /ijidm'QYolene' r V9Y 7M2 Time does not heal, always here for all of you. Lens of love, Wilson, April Mom Mamie Wilson, April &Johnny. Tom Gus From Mom & Dad & Family Phone: 724 -5757 They were all wrong. Mom, Irvin, bathers and sisters. 17 Auntie Matilda Joe, April 30 Vernon Ross, 5231 Hector Road Wish my baby sisalake Gail peal, Marvin Kids. Fax: 723 -0463 The heart- rending pain I still feel. Love and Port Alberni, B.C. very happy birthday also on April 1/98. Happy Anniversary -April Annie's Internet Address: r3 oP , vil cle,e He was my life, Para Phone: (250) 724 -3975 tf P Take care and congratulations on your preg- 30, 1998. Love Peal. - hashtldh @inland net My pride and joy, ancy. Enjoy your holidays coming up. Ape Birddayn 1 would hkem say FOR SALE -/Mary eb ygewi[ Now I'm dealing with this strife, You know we love you with all our hears. Happy Birthday to all of these who all share IS" Black human hair suit- If your address has changed... noto /,el a,J CM'/vrL/ 22"d 1.997 Of losing my little boy. Take rare sister (Inch). Halm Love Debbie, Birthdays in April. Well here goes ... m able for masks. Phone 723 -0991 Please send your: You'll never understand the Irvin, memos and nephews. Matthew, Karla, Vanessa, Duck, My Son heartache, Happy Birthday to our nephew Colin, My Dot Julianne, lima Undo Hay. Islet Randall also on April 1/98. Happy Leona Barb, Hilda S., Corby G., Queen Ella, fall name ,T,,, And sadness, the pain that you've l 15th nephew. Take care and enjoy your life Dylan H.G., Richard C., Albert T., Fraser /,C ddres brought, and this special day. Lots of love, Uncle Salmon, Margret G, Marion C, Birdie, Adam Go9tea postal code You've taken my baby, Irvin & Auntie& cousins. Amanda C, Amin Bally, Gad Rose, Myna First Nation. Now this is all I've got. Wish my dad very spiral 47 T., Sheila T. and of course to John Marl, Birthday for March 12/98. Thanks Dad, for whowouldhave !ammo hate on the 15 6 undemanding& your patience. Enjoy your Fan the Avril Moi and all the childme who wi Unless we are notified, returned * ***** * *r * *rrrr** + +rrr ++ ratirttnent Love your Daughter,Debbie& naturally belong Tome. which when! womb papers arc deleted from the On September 23, 1997 we lost Fanily. one Orient hoya aga* Run. Didanymm mailing list. my Tree Topping our son, Keenan M.E. Robinson, in a Happy Birthday to daughter mice Mat half my children's bade is on s 1 & Pruning hooting accident. We didn't havepropa Rebecca Cecilia Marie Frank for March this month. 0 a April, roi May So, happy lads Happy 7th Baby Love. Love Mom. Bale dry This poem was alien especially HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY NIECE Phone (250) 724 -6277 lights on our boat, and the other boat Joe Mettle Happy 2nd Birthday to nephew Ideall of you. CHARLOTTE. YOU'VE ALMOST Reasonable Rates TRADITIONAL DUGOUT CANOES had no On lights all. March 11, Jeffery John Love Auntie HAAS Grampa I'd hketo wish my two Sans' every CAUGHT UP TO ME. FROM Dave Georg Keenan would YOUR FAVORITE AUNT. 44,1,14 have been three years Irv. happy birthday, I love you bah any much. old so it was on this day we put a canoe Happy 16th birthday, Francis Myavrel mkho andante Matthew -April FOR SALE with Fwd. . o ua s on Dead Man's Island, where the Anthony William. April 8. From your 9, Vaasa -Apt 12Karhn -Alit 14, Colin I9.5' Welded Aluminum Hat w friend, Barb Frank -April 14, Lim - April 21, Margaret Steering Console ,Self- bailing,1990115 We accident took place. We are hying to Happy leth Birthday to Christina Aran April 21, Julie Frank -Apse 19. your THE FOLLOWING "AI" hp Suzuki Motor, Asking $9,000.00 r7eim, mesay came ¿cc, a m.ma4ts.'e Least Swage bring attention to this senseless Telephone: 12501 725-2121 accident Eve Michelle Matson April 19. When you Mom and Grandma Tout. Julia Lucas, LICENSES oho. Phone Ed Johnson at 728 -1267 7..+uayJ:y da", a mo/la. /.ealon. all bring attention to this innocent life come to L.A. you have to dress like this! Kbkis&iis Si Lucas. ARE FOR SALE: Happy Is maay,L,.ae.maamky aG:ay, áma.,kts aes*d that was 109 beams ofndand improper Love from Barb and Honk lode ICUU -US CRISIS FOR SALE Happy 4th Birthday, Trevor David Gage. April 23, from ramps Cosby & LINE SOCIETY lights on boats. We will foreverpay for CFV 27727 38.45 FT - CFV 1987 Dodge Dakom4X4, V6, with canopy.. f9Z.wa.yi wnKly...feá Blackbird. April 15th. Love Mom, Dad, Gamma Linda Happy Birthday to Autan 24 HOURS this mistake. We didn't have proper silver, auto. Well maintained, very goad Trudy Frank on April 20. Also 29665 36.75 FT -CFV 24162 igeam ana*, ,fa, rfw,Pir esa,ay Barb, Dennis, & Rusty! Happy sella 87,500.00 a lights on our boat and our son is gone Being order. Priced to Happy llibBinoday toms, nephew Bi ndaym Eddie gook co Aloi 10",m Paume 37.99 FT CZ... away Gmeimetetdyn/J..day Ask for Gideon Smith at(250)716-1957. today because of it. Every day is full of & cousin, Joel Martin on April 24th. Love FrankuAesi116",OLeah- JopLouiem April If anyone would like to purchase ni7eam. 511114017á6óD Aware. ,(m,..,6eMayedA" amr6tm pain and tears. We will never hold our Auntie Carol, Uncle Daryl,, Barb, Dennis I86 m Eva Frank on April 17 ", to Greg Hayes any one above salmon of the "Al" r rin tn vanatla morosa,,, ec wr. r FOR SALE orFmóndy kam.m, & Trevor. on April 29", to Steve Pads on April 259. mat. a awcfm6 baby again. Please havepropernaming licenses please mail or fax a written A -VAC SHOP at 3058 3rd Avenue., Port Wishing our baby girl Salk was From Corby and Linda George. lights on your boat The pain and hurt offer to: NOOTKA AHI' Alberni, Sales and Service for 15 years in Hama Birthday on Aped 20. Have a spe- We would like to wish the following a Ala° Northwest Coast is very real. This could happen to the same locallen.Ownerwishinglo retire. rfl.fa,rk yma A(mm. mllymaa love, awl yes, .,a. &A cial day. Love Mom, Dad, Matthew, Chin Happy Beaky for April, niece Deism and Nara -shah -nalth Economic m Gideon Smith anyone...even Orarrinns Foraddirfonal information call: 12501724- you Please learn from and Keifer. friend San Gus on April 116 nephew Ake Development Corporation *Meal. miconal dilGaaa,r:, y.r.a ,_y. ,.ry -a.d. ohn4nta Or in 3251 Willing tonal.. this , depemfonit Cores Ir. on April 16 6 Sister Fanny Mack lragedy peoples lives Happy Birthday la all Nuu -chah- P.O. Box 1384 In Gold 6 Silver rese4,.'e" r9'i'laa on April ITT Ins rORMOREINFORMATION mre%aay'loPFa k Sirczrety, Marcel liken', nuIlh membership with birthdays in April. Cousin Tame m April 7M2 PR 7161957 Port Alberni, B.C., V9Y on the Ha- Shilth -Sa call Gmaam.. yum.,oa day is Enjoy 206 nephew Cinch on April 296, our son Fr 7164922 ade saga pm« 24d Ivy Robinson- 71augauN Hope your just fabulous! Fax 254724 -9967 l 724.5757 yourselves .... Sidney Dirk.. a Happy 12 Beaky April G50) 44 24 ' HA- SHILTH -SA huyaaqimt 16TH APRIL 1998

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. N.E.D.C. , 1rT I T ItUSINESS NEWS K

YOUTH IN BUSINESS

A ONE DAY BUSINESS TRAINING WORKSHOP you have at hand. This one day course includes:

- an introduction to NEDC - what is a business plan - financing- your business deo - economic development in Nuu- chah -nulth Territory

The Youth in Business workshop can be held in your community. This is what you need: r

- a minimum of 8 participants - a location - a date and time

When you have these phone Katherine Robinson at the NEDC Port Alberni office at (250) 724 -3131 and arrange your workshop. 2 FIRSTHOST

NEDC continues to offer the FirstHost, customer service program to all Nuu- chah -nulth and First Nations living within Nuu- chah -nulth Territory. For those just entering or re- entering the work force FirstHost is a wonderful addition to your resume and shows the ia potential employer that you are serious about doing a good job. To book this workshop also call the NEDC Port Alberni office.

NEDC North NEDC South );." NEDC West Coast Tsaxana/Gold River, BC / Tseshaht/Port Alberni, BC Ittattsoo/Ucluelet, BC Phone: (250) 283 -9191 U Phone: (250) 724 -3131 v Phone: (250) 726 -7270 Fax: (250) 283 -9120 Fax: (250) 724-9967 Fax: (250) 726 -7275 or (250) 726 -7552 Economic Development Officer: Economic Development Officer: Economic Development Officer: Sharyn Stacey Peggy Hartman Lin Lukash