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Volume 22 Issue 10 Published monthly by the Union of Indians - Anishinabek Nation Single Copy: $2.00 DECEMBER 2010 Fort William settles claim after 160 years FORT WILLIAM – A land claim way to creating a positve future for in that has our members," said Fort William been disputed for more than 160 First Nation Chief Peter Collins on years has been settled. Nov. 19. The money will be used Fort William First Nation for economic development, hous- reached the settlement with the ing, education and a future genera- governments of and On- tion fund. tario over the Fort William First The Fort William First Nation Nation Boundary Claim. Boundary Claim dates back to the Approximately $149 million Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. in financial compensation will be The community asserts that the awarded to the First Nation from land surveyed in 1853 does not re- the federal government and an ad- flect the First Nation’s understand- ditional $5 million from Ontario. ing of location or size of the Fort Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg north of Ottawa – the largest Algonquin First Nation in Canada with 2500 citizens – The settlement also includes William reserve as defined in the has erected billboards for passing motorists to see their concerns about the education policies of the Harper the transfer to the reserve of ap- Robinson Superior Treaty. Conservative government. – Photo courtesy Anita Tenasco, Kitigan Zibi Education Director proximately 4,655 hectares of The Boundary Claim was Crown land in total from all of submitted to the Government of Flatland Island and a portion of Canada in 1986 and to Ontario in Who is INAC helping in England? Pie Island in . 1987. In 1994 the federal govern- UOI OFFICES – Anishinabek Nation Deputy Grand dollars spent in Europe.” "Hopefully this will go a long ment accepted the claim, followed Council Chief Glen Hare wonders why the federal The Deputy Grand Council Chief called the ex- by Ontario in 2000. bureaucracy responsible for improving the lives of penses “jaw-dropping” at a time when The 4,655 hectares of land will First Nations people in Canada is spending exorbi- education funding has been capped at two per cent be transferred to the government tant amounts on overseas travel. for the past 13 years. Lillian of Canada, which will then set it Published reports include thousands of dollars “Just keeping up with inflation and our growing aside as reserve area for Fort Wil- in overseas trips by Indian Affairs bureaucrats to population would require annual funding increases honoured liam First Nation. places like Russia, Belgium and Great Britain in a of 6.5 per cent,” said Hare. “This is discrimination The land will provide the op- list of $125 million worth of extravagant expenses against our young people,” he said, noting that the for life portunity for growth, Collins add- by federal civil servants. United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indig- TORONTO – Dr. ed. "There are many economic op- “They’re supposed to be representing our inter- enous Peoples – which Canada recently endorsed – Lillian McGregor, portunities available." ests – we’re not aware of any First Nations in Eng- says Indigenous peoples have the right to all levels , Crane Clan, Reprinted with permission of the land,” said Hare. “We have plenty of funding prob- and forms of education without discrimination. Whitefish River First Chronicle-Journal lems in our own back yard – we don’t need INAC Nation, will be the Newspaper Lifetime Achieve- Dr. Lillian ment Award recipient McGregor at the 2011 national Aboriginal UN Declaration too little, almost too late Achievement Awards ceremony UOI OFFICES – Canada’s en- been one of the first countries Nations,” said the Grand Council “Section 35 of Canada’s con- in Edmonton. Dr. McGregor, dorsement of the United Nations in the world to sign on and call Chief, “but when it added condi- stitution does more than protect who previously served as an El- Declaration on Indigenous Rights the declaration ‘aspirational’ and tions to the main components of our and fishing rights,” der with the Anishinabek Edu- is too little and almost too late, ‘non-binding’, instead of waiting the declaration, Canada took two said Madahbee. “Like the UN cational Institute, joins 13 other says Anishinabek Nation Grand until they are the second-last na- steps backwards.” Declaration, it says we have the honourees, including Miss Indian Council Chief Patrick Madahbee. tion in the world to do so and say “This is a country that has de- right to govern our own affairs, World, Dakota Brant, Six na- “We can’t understand why it the same thing. veloped a global reputation as a but provincial and federal govern- tions, and Fred Sasakamoose, the took Canada three years to offer “In supporting the UN dec- champion of human rights, but its ments have dragged their feet on first Aboriginal person to play in such a lukewarm endorsement,” laration, Canada took a step for- reluctance on this issue gives us fully accepting this principle." the National Hockey League said Madahbee. “They could have ward in its relationship with First an international black eye.’

Season’s Greetings from the Anishinabek Nation and staff at the Union of Ontario Indians

Aamjiwnaang ~ Alderville ~ Algonquins of Pikwakanagan ~ Atikameksheng Anishnawbek (Whitefish Lake) ~ Aundeck Omni Kaning ~ Beausoleil ~ Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (Rocky Bay) ~ Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek ~ Chippewas of Georgina Island ~ Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point ~ Chippewas of the Thames ~ Curve Lake ~ Dokis ~ Fort William ~ Henvey Inlet ~ Long Lake #58 ~ ~ M’Chigeeng ~ Michipicoten ~ Mississauga #8 ~ Mississaugas of Scugog ~ Deer Point ~ Munsee-Delaware ~ Namaygoosisagagun ~ Nipissing ~ Ojibways of Garden River ~ Ojibways of Pic River ~ Pays Plat ~ Pic Mobert ~ Red Rock (Lake Helen) ~ Sagamok AnishinawbekAnishin ~ Serpent River ~ Sheguiandah ~ Sheshegwaning ~ Thessalon ~ Wahnapitae ~ Wasauksing ~ Whitefish River ~ Wikwemikong Unceded ~ Zhiibaahaasing Page 2 Anishinabek News December 2010

We win by working together By Patrick Madahbee Grand Council Chief Over the past year we have had plenty of issues and multiple priorities to keep us busy. We can take pride in the fact that the An- ishinabek Nation unified with oth- er Nations and Political Organiza- tions to preserve our exemption under the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). Anishinabek Chiefs, staff and citizens (young and old) stood together over the summer and we showed the province what poten- tial we have when we are unified. The Harper government has sent a clear message that it has an agenda when it comes to First Na- tions. The HST was the first sign of their intent to undermine the rights of our citizens at every pos- sible angle. We have sent a clear message back to the federal and provincial governments that we Anishinabek Nation chiefs led by Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee, march from the Garden River Recreation Centre to set up a blockade at will not stand by passively when the Highway 17-17B junction on Nov. 8. Delegates attending the Fall Assembly staged the demonstration to protest against Canada's chronic under- our rights are being attacked. funding of post-secondary education for First Nations. – Photo by Maurice Switzer The federal government has pushed for legislation on Safe Drinking Water (but with no real Forcible foster care ‘genocide’ remedies except to give authority UOI OFFICES – Anishinabek have the right to keep eties for 20 years, beginning in the mid-1960s. to the province on-reserve). Like- their children in their own communities, including The lawsuit marks the first time in Western le- wise, Matrimonial Real Property, those who require foster care. gal history that loss of culture will be litigated as a McIvor (citizenship) and the repeal “Other governments must put a stop to the harm wrongful act. of section 67 of the Human Rights that has been caused to thousands of our kids – first in “Now that Canada has finally endorsed the Unit- Act are all intended to make the residential schools, then in foster homes,” said Dep- ed Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous government look good to the gen- uty Grand Chief Glen Hare. “They have to give us Peoples,” the Deputy Grand Chief added, “it needs to eral public while handcuffing our the resources our communities need to look after our understand that forcibly removing children from one communities with jurisdiction is- own children; their welfare is more important than group of peoples to another is considered genocide by sues and fewer resources. providing jobs for outside agencies.” the standards of international law.” Your organization – the Union Hare issued the statement after it was announced Hare noted that a Human Rights complaint has of Ontario Indians – has devoted that as group representing survivors of the so-called been filed against Canada for its funding of First Na- considerable energy and resources Sixties Scoop had filed a lawsuit against the Attorney tions child welfare agencies across the country at an advocating for all Anishinabek cit- General of Canada on behalf of an estimated 12,000 average of 22 per cent less than the budgets of provin- izens and communities and we will Deputy Grand Council Chief Glen aboriginal children in Ontario who were placed in cial agencies like Children’s Aid Societies. continue to do so in 2011. We have Hare non-aboriginal foster homes by Children’s Aid Soci- developed templates for our own constitution and laws like Matri- monial Real Property, Citizenship and Child Welfare. We have lob- Anishinabek give Bell PST wakeup call bied on behalf of our communities UOI OFFICES – Bell Canada re- finding the cheques we send them and satellite services. "Maybe if they were paying on various issues like education, sponded promptly after the Union to deposit in their big corporate After the Ontario government rent for all those poles on our new energy, forestry, hunting and of Ontario Indians issued a press bank account," Anishinabek Dep- directed businesses in the prov- territories the phone companies fishing, water rights and environ- release stating that hundreds of uty Grand Chief Glen Hare said ince to comply with directives would pay more attention to First mental protection from Nuclear First Nations telephone customers in the Nov. 25 UOI statement. to honour First Nations treaty Nation customer service," said Wastes. across Ontario were not receiving "But they seem to misplace our rights to exemption from the 8 Deputy Grand Chief Hare. "We're Perhaps the most important exemptions from the provincial citizens' requests for their lawful per cent PST portion of the new looking for Bell Canada to issue a thing we can do is to learn how sales tax on their telephone bills. refund of the 8 per cent PST that 13 per cent HST, Bell Canada public apology to our citizens and to work together. We will always “We’re trying to fix this prob- is still on their telephone bills." asked First Nations customers to start obeying the law." have differences, it’s what makes lem,” Murray MacDonald of Bell Hare said he had heard hor- send copies of their certificates of UOI Communications offered us unique and individual, but like Canada Public Affairs said after ror stories from homeowners in Indian Status and a refund form Bell Canada front-page space in we showed during our fight against his office received calls from a the 40 Anishinabek Nation com- to FAX number 1-877-338-3013 the December issue of Anishin- the HST, when we come together number of media organizations. munities across Ontario who have and using the request form http:// abek News to tell First Nations as one, we may not win every bat- MacDonald said the type of prob- spent hours on the phone trying support.bell.ca/Documents/Gen- customers what they were doing tle, but at least we give ourselves a lems being reported to the Union to have Bell Canada, one of Can- eral/Other/taxexempt%28en%29. to remedy the situation. chance to win every battle. of Ontario Indians -- customer ada's largest corporations, delete pdf?ver=7.0 If only 5,000 off-reserve An- I want to take this time to thank service staff not knowing any- the PST from monthly phone, in- But complaints are flooding in ishinabek households are not our Chiefs for their continued sup- thing about the exemption, no re- ternet and satellite bills. about lack of response to the re- receiving an average $6 PST ex- port while addressing challenges sponse to faxes with photocopied All telecommunications for quests and poor customer service emption on each phone bill, that of their own. status cards and completed tax- First Nations citizens in Ontario from Bell Canada. First Nations represents a $30,000 monthly un- To all citizens of the Anishin- exemption applications – should were to be PST exempt starting citizens are being told the forms paid obligation. abek Nation happy holidays and not be happening. September 1, 2010. This includes can't be located and they will have best wishes to you and your fam- "They don't have any problem phone, cell phone, internet, cable to re-submit the information. ily. Miigwetch. December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 3 Anishinabek New home In Brief on way for fire trucks By Sharon Weatherall BEAUSOLEIL – Blueprints and design plans are complete for a $1.4 million dollar emergency ser- vices building for Beausoleil Fire and Rescue Services on Christian AEI contest: Island. The ground floor will house Health Careers fire and ambulance vehicles while the modern upper floor training Colouring Book area will double as an emergency Anishinabek students on or off planning headquarters in state-of- Doug Monague is a co-op student at Midland Secondary School and member of the BFRS on Christian Is- reserve are welcome to enter the emergency operations. land. Health Careers Colouring Book Administrative Fire Chief Al- changed for the fire department community growth.” this winter is to clear the wooded Contest. Top 20 pages selected lan Manitowabi says project is and there is so much new training, Manitowabi says with a con- area across from the Recreation will receive $50. long over due – the time has come equipment and costs required to firmed location, environmental Centre. Contest deadline is January to update and upgrade all compo- now protect the community,” said study and survey complete the “Being located on an island 21, 2011. For more information nents of the Fire Department. Manitowabi - a permanent part next task is to secure funding for we run into a lot of obstacles We contact Autumn Watson (705) The fire department on reserve time BFN employee. the EMS building project. are really an isolated community 657-9383, e-mail wataut@an- currently operates from a Quonset “The new building will service “If everything comes together where the boat used for transpor- ishinabek.ca or visit www.an- hut that is too small to house the a number of emergency service we hope to break ground in May tation can be tied up due to high ishinabek.ca. island fleet. workers and be located on the hill 2011. The main goal is to have lo- winds and bad weather at any “After 30 years of volunteer across from the Recreation Centre cal contractors working on this – time of the year. Haircut assault service it is inevitable. Times have in anticipation of the expansion of our people. All that has to be done human rights issue By Jamie Smith THUNDER BAY – A haircut- Facelift ting incident at a local school has landed the police and public for centre school board in front of the Hu- By Greg Plain man Rights Tribunal of Ontario. AAMJIWNAANG – A $4.6 mil- Members of the Lakehead lion dollar expansion at Aamji- District School Board, Thunder wnaang's Community Centre is Bay Police Services Board and now underway. The sod-turning the Ministry of the Attorney ceremony took place on Nov. 25 General are named in a human with Chief Chris Plain and local rights case following a hair cut- governmental officials celebrat- ting incident at McKellar Park ing the construction start of the School in April of 2009. new facility. A teacher’s assistant cut the The 15,000 square-foot ex- hair of a seven-year-old First pansion to the current 10,000 Nations boy at the school April square-foot Maun Doosh-Gumig 16. A police investigation and Centre will be completed in Crown attorney ruled that no March 2011 criminal charges would be laid. "This is by far the highlight There is a Facebook group of my contributions to this com- with over 21,000 followers sup- munity, and it has been talked porting the family. about for many years. We will work hard to finish and come in on budget," says Chief Plain. MPP Bob Bailey, MP Pat Davidson, Chief Chris Plain, Dalli Plain and Ted White Sr. Anishinabek give Bell PST wakeup call Trillium Foundation Preparing Mother Earth for change helps 'Nish projects By Jennifer Ashawasegai Pawis says the Mother Earth turning ceremony TORONTO – Dilico Children's SHAWANAGA FN–A Mother Earth turning ceremo- was requested by community Elder, Marilyn Capre- Foundation , Kenigewin Teg Ed- ny in has helped prepare the ol, during a community engagement session. ucational Institute, M'Chigeeng, earth for changes to come when the new Highway Capreol said the ceremony didn't really come Serpent River, Omamiwinini 400 is four-laned through the territory. Bad wintry from her, but from a fast she had a number of years Pimadjwowin, De-ba-jeh-mu-jig weather kept the ceremony indoors at the commu- ago, "This came from a gift through fasting.... I had Theatre Group, and Weengushk nity's recreation centre. my ear to the earth and I could hear a very strong Film Institute, are all recipients Nearly 100 people attended and participated in heartbeat. I thought it was mine and realized it wasn't of funding from the Ontario Tril- the ceremony held Nov. 26 in the community. Par- coming from me. The heartbeat I was hearing was lium Foundation. ticipants included community members, representa- coming from the earth." OTF is awarding $1,696,500 tives from the Ministries of Transportation and Natu- "It took us this long to know where to bring that to 20 projects benefiting First ral Resources, along with a handful of First Nation message from the earth. It is the Grandmother that Nations and community groups citizens from neighbouring communities. we are deciding about, who will have a change of across Ontario. Funding repre- Shawanaga First Nation Chief Dan Pawis said, appearance. As we understand it, everything that we sents $893,100 in community "There are going to be significant changes. Our cul- have is given through creation for us to use, look after grants made to 16 local eligible ture is not as understood or known as we would like and protect; all the medicines, the animals, the birds, organizations and $803,400 in it to be, and that's where this ceremony comes in. It's the insects and the snakes, and the water of the body Province-Wide grants awarded not just celebrating a partnership with the Ontario of our grandmother. So, that's what was given in that to four larger or umbrella orga- government, but honouring Mother Earth because fast, it was not through myself, it was through the Shawanaga Chief Dan Pawis nizations whose projects will these changes are going to be huge and will change message from the Earth Spirit," explained Capreol. places his tobacco on the fire serve First Nations across the the territory." after ceremony. province. Page 4 Anishinabek News December 2010 Maanda ndinendam /Opinion The Anishinabek News is a monthly pub- lication of the Union of Ontario Indians (UOI). Views expressed are not neces- sarily the opinion or political position of the UOI. No portion of this paper, including ad- 'Tis not the season to be critical vertisements, artwork, photos and edito- rial content may be reproduced without written permission of the Anishinabek It’s hard to be critical at Christmas. whose 60 home runs had been more than News Editor or UOI Executive. Readers are invited to submit letters, Especially so if your regular job in- any other American League team total. “I articles, and photos for publication. volves writing things that don’t always had a better year than he did!” Please include your name, address and telephone number on all material submit- cast people in the best possible light. With In the true holiday spirit, affluent In- ted. All submissions will be reviewed for publication based on priority of interest people rushing around planning office dians should help those less fortunate in and edited for clarity of thought, taste, parties, drawing names for gift exchang- their time of need. There are many things brevity and legal implications. Remuner- ation will be paid for submissions only es, and tacking up non-offensive “Happy we can do to make their Christmas seasons if a written agreement with the Editor is Holiday” cards from every elected politi- merrier. How about holding telethons to made prior to publication. Maurice Switzer NOTE: All formal comments and complaints cian within a thousand-mile radius, I sure raise money for impoverished premiers? must be addressed to Editorial Board c/o don’t want to be the one accused of being unseemly that 30 of the 600 First Na- Give your complimentary office turkey to Anishinabek News. the staff Grinch. tions leaders in Canada are receiving an- a starving Senator, or donate warm gen- Editor: Maurice Switzer Never mind that I’m not a practising tly-used winter clothings to down-and- Assistant Editor: Marci Becking nual stipends somewhat larger than those Coordinator: Priscilla Goulais Christian, or that it seems to take 160 being received by provincial premiers. out Members of Parliament. Contributors: Jennifer Ashawasegai, years to get a land claim settled around It will make you feel good about your- Joyce Atcheson, Sarah Blackwell, Holly Indeed, several of them apparently had Brodhagen, Pedro Cayuqueo, Albert Du- here – if you don’t believe me, just ask more take-home pay than His Majesty, self. mont, Rick Garrick, Christine McFarlane, Chief Peter Collins of Fort William – the Prime Minister Stephen Harper. God bless them every one. Greg Plain, Beverly Roy-Carter, David pressure is on to make nicey-nicey with Shanahan, Chad Solomon, Richard (The sound you hear is that of my Wagamese, Sharon Weatherall, Shirley everybody, no matter what they might teeth gritting.) Williams - Pheasant. have done to us in the 358 shopping Let us not dwell on the fact that the Maurice Switzer is a citizen of the Missis- PH: 705-497-9127 ~ 1-877-702-5200 days before Christmas. Everyone’s afraid saugas of . He is FX: 705-497-9135 selective data on chiefs’ pay was mysteri- WEB: www.anishinabek.ca that being seen as naughty can get them ously leaked simultaneous to allegations director of communications for the Union E-MAIL: [email protected] crossed of his list by Santa Claus who, I that construction firms awarded Parlia- of Ontario Indians and editor of the An- MAIL: P.O. Box 711, , maintain, is really the Tooth Fairy wear- ishinabek News. North Bay, ON, P1B 8J8 ment Hill contracts were receiving kick- ing a fat suit. backs from the Conservative party, or that As I consider writing something ap- members of various legislative bodies in propriately serious, say, the fact that Canada get to keep their jobs after crimi- many First Nations families will have to nal convictions. And for Yuletide’s sake, haul water from outside sources in sub- let’s not complain about the 2,000 new zero temperatures to boil their mashed people added to the Indian Affairs’ pay- potatoes for Christmas dinner, I am wary roll over the past decade – none of whom of someone telling me after the holiday will be hauling water from the bush to break that my December column gave PUBLISHING CRITERIA boil mashed potatoes for their Christmas GOAL them more indigestion than a plateful of dinners. No, let’s not do that. To publish a quality newspaper and turkey. related publications designed to foster So, instead of being argumentative at pride and share knowledge about An- So I will attempt to make my points in the height of the holiday season, I will try ishinabek current affairs, culture, goals, a non-accusatory manner. and accomplishments. to leave my readers with a smile on their This is my first opportunity to respond faces as 2010 winds to a snowy close. OBJECTIVES to those cowardly right-wing back-stab- To provide information that reflects In 1927 word leaked out that New the Creator’s four original gifts to the bers at the Taxpayers Federa- York Yankees slugger George Herman Anishinabek: tion who accused Indian chiefs of being Ruth was being paid $100,000 at a time Respect: To welcome diversity nothing but a bunch of greedy scoun- and encourage a free exchange of when the average American family was opinions that may differ without being drels. making $1300 a year. Reporters mobbed disagreeable. Fair and humourous Allow me to re-phrase that. comments are welcomed, but not “The Babe” at the first opportunity to ask ridicule or personal attacks. The esteemed economists on the pay- him why he should be paid more than Honesty: Debwewin – speaking the truth roll of the Canadian Taxpayers Federa- Calvin Coolidge, President of the United – is the cornerstone of our newspaper’s tion – many of whom have been previ- content. States. Sharing: Providing opportunities for ously employed by loyal adherents of the “Why not?” grinned the slugger, people from the four corners of the Conservative Party of Canada – think it Anishinabek Nation to tell stories and record achievements, and to keep our citizens informed about activities of the Union of Ontario Indians. Strength: To give a voice to the vision of the Anishinabek Nation that celebrates our history, culture and language, The world would be better if we used pencils promotes our land, treaty, and aboriginal I’ve spent a lot of my career as a journal- advance. They made the act of writing pos- rights, and supports the development of healthy and prosperous communities. ist writing about the issues of my people. It’s sible. They moved the world from oral story- been an educational journey and there have telling to paper and the world changed forev- been a lot of highs and lows in both the sto- er. Nowadays digital technology has altered Advertising & News Deadlines ries I covered themselves and how they’re our sense of things and everything is faster. The current circulation of the Anishinabek News is 10,000 copies, with 9,000 mailed and 1,000 perceived by Canadians. Building bridges is But there’s a pencil on every desk. Why? I distributed at various events. exhausting sometimes. like to think it’s because we all have an inher- DEADLINE FOR JAN/FEB When I started as a reporter in 1979 the ent love of tradition or because simple times Advertising world was a wildly different place. We used Richard Wagamese are something we all long for. So I think we Bookings:January 20 typewriters then. Our newspaper pages were should try to connect to that more, really work Final Art: Febrauary 10 typeset, we used tape recorders and our cam- at old-school approaches to things. News eras used film. I still use pencils though. Some Foundation back then, no Truth and Recon- We could talk more and e-mail less. We News submissions: things never change. ciliation Commission and the idea of a Prime could visit each other in person instead of Fa- January 7 No one mentioned self-government in Minister standing up in the House of Com- cebooking. We could write letters instead of For more information or inquiries to the 1979. There was no Bill C-31 and Indian mons to apologize for abuses would have tweets – in pencil with the mistakes rubbed Anishinabek News related to advertising and been greeted with hooting and catcalls. circulation issues please call our Toll-free women who married non-native men lost out. It would make us better in the end, better number: 1-800-463-6408 their Indian status. It was different the other But I still use pencils. Isn’t that amazing? communicators. Technology after all is just a way around. Non-native women became card A stick of wood with a thin vein of graphite better pencil. carrying Indians when they married a status remains a valuable tool for writers and is on nearly every desk you see. I like the tiny eras- ISSN 1182-3178 ANIShINAbek NewS (PrINt) man. That’s all changed now and marriage Richard Wagamese is Ojibway from Wabas- ers at the end. They seem to be more manage- ISSN 1923-0710 ANIShINAbek NewS (ONlINe) doesn’t make you Indian. semong FN in Northwestern Ontario. His able than the pink “rubbers” you can buy. CANAdA POSt CuStOmer #1905929 There was no National Aboriginal Healing novel Ragged Company and his collected Pencils were writing’s first technological AgreemeNt #0040011021 memoir, One Native Life, are in stores now. December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 5 Maanda ndinendam /Opinion ‘In Third World, the only good Indian is a dead Indian’ By Pedro Cayuqueo tion. "The only good Indian is a I arrived at dawn and although dead Indian". it was bitterly cold, I have rarely The sentence is attributed er- felt such warmth in distant lands. roneously to General George Arm- "You have walked from the strong Custer, commander of the south in the footsteps of our an- cavalry of the United States Army, cestors, welcome to our territory”, responsible for the conquest of of were words with which I was re- the West, an indigenous genocide ceived. that would turn pale many Nazi Everything was special to me leaders. that day. It commemorated the 15 But the phrase is not Custer’s, years since the assassination of but his deputy, General Philip O. indigenous leader Dudley George Sheridan, equally unhinged as his and the similarities with the Mapu- boss, whom actor Errol Flynn im- che situation were more than evi- mortalized in one of his films. dent. Dudley was murdered by the The phrase kept spinning in Ontario police while participating my head. An elderly Ojibwa wom- in the occupation of Ipperwash an, in tears, reminded me of it as Provincial Park on Sept. 6, 1995. Mapuche activist Pedro Cayuqueo at memorial to Dudley George during his Oct. 15 visit to Ipperwash Park site we stood together on the shores His family told me that this was on Kettle and Stony Point First Nation. – Photo by Andre Morriseau, Chiefs of Ontario of Lake Huron, Ontario. At the a peaceful occupation, with partic- respected as they supported their Some months before his death, we of inquiry revealed the direct re- invitation of the Chiefs of Ontario ipation of women, elderly, youth claim to that land. The provincial had a chat in the city of Temuco. sponsibility of the former premier organization, I arrived there to par- and children from the community. government's response was swift. I found a young man full of life, of Ontario, Conservative Michael ticipate in a traditional ceremony They sought to draw the attention Three shots ended Dudley’s life. intelligent, caring, combative and Harris, who said "I want the fuck- filled with symbolism and emo- of the authorities to have treaties Police officer Ken Deane did the above all, a dreamer – like Dudley, ing Indians out of the park” when shooting. At his trial he said that I suspect. he learned of the occupation, one he had mistaken a ceremonial staff Prosecutors sought a ten-year of his cabinet members testified. carried by Dudley for an automatic sentence for Walter Ramirez for Harris denied the allegations. assault rifle. killing Matias Catrileo, and he re- Let’s not forget that, whether I cannot stop thinking about ceived two years and one day of we are in Chile or in Canada, Won't pay for parking Matias Catrileo and his family. remitted sentence and is still on whether in the Third or First On October 3rd our family went hiking in Algonquin Park. We left Matias was shot in the back on Jan. active police duty, freely roaming worlds, the only good Indian, at two status cards on the car dashboard with a note “Here’s your per- 3, 2008. It was also police bullets the streets carrying a weapon. times, seems to be a dead Indian. mit”. that killed him. They came from Dudley George’s family told Pedro Cayuqueo is a journalist Upon returning we found a $30 parking ticket on our windshield. a submachine gun held by Walter me that officer Ken Deane never who writers about the struggles We told a Ministry of Natural Resources officer at the park office that Ramirez, Special Forces Corporal, set foot in jail before or after being of the Mapuche peoples of Chile we would not be paying the ticket, now or ever. He said he would look during a peaceful occupation of convicted of "criminal negligence" to obtain recognition of their In- into the matter. Fundo Santa Margarita, owned by in the death of Dudley George. His digenous Rights. On Oct. 15, 2010 We later received correspondence that the MNR would be pursuing a Swiss settler. ridiculous sentence was two years he visited the scene of Dudley the ticket and and asking me to complete a form indicating my inten- At the time of his death, Mat- of "service to the community." George’s shooting death at Ipper- tions about paying the fine. ias was 24 and studied agronomy. Subsequently, a commission wash Park. I choose to appear in court rather than agree to pay a ticket issued to my family for enjoying traditional First Nations hunting grounds. Pauline Wesley: ‘Just a street person’ Shawna L. Snache By Albert Dumont (Bishop Horden Hall), where she She once spoke with grace Rama First Nation OBITUARY FOR PAULINE endured endless days of ridicule. and eloquence at a city hall meet- WESLEY (Nov. 15, 1963 to She was abused as a child in ter- ing on behalf of the homeless and There is a jackass clan Oct. 14, 2010) Pauline Wesley rible ways. her words helped sway a vote in I just read this in a newspaper article predicting that Bill C-3 creates drowned in the Rideau River on A great force called the Gov- favour of opening a drop-in cen- the potential for 45,000 more Indians. "The addition of thousands of October 14, 2010. Those who ernment of Canada was deter- tre for homeless Aboriginals at people to the Indian registry puts tremendous pressure for services on knew her were shocked at the mined to “remove the Indian from 510 Rideau. First Nations governments already overburdened and underfunded." news of her death. How she came the child”. After her body was borne Clearly this statement is ridiculous -- that 45,000 more Indians will to be in the river is not clear. Re- Many chil- home, a memorial was held. The Over-burden the state. For goodness sakes the state extracts billions ports are that she was seen trash- dren were broken room was filled with people who And billions and billions of dollars in minerals, hydro-electric power, ing in the water and then she was in those shame- came to honour her. There were forestry products out of Indigenous land. Two examples of the billions gone. ful places, some no bishops or government repre- of dollars are $45 million in hydroelectric energy pulled from Mada- Pauline, who was Cree from beyond repair. sentatives in attendance. waska River in 1999; and in 2005 $4.8 billion in metals were extracted the , Pauline Wesley No-one from the local media from Algonquin territory now located in Ontario. was born in Fort Albany in No- never overcame asked the mourners how Pauline When European people came over they brought the Jackass clan vember, when the beauty of au- her Residential Albert Dumont had impacted their lives. One with them. Give me a break! tumn had left the land. At the time School experi- mourner reported a woman’s re- of her birth, the leaves painted ence, and alcohol thereafter ruled mark overheard in a coffee shop, Dr. Lynn Gehl by Kichi Manido (God) with the her life. She lived on the streets “Well, she was just a street per- colours of sunrise were in layers Peterborough and in ghettos. She became a son.” The shame of this country on the forest floor. The geese had mother but did not know how to is reflected in those words. sung their songs of farewell to the parent, having no example to fol- Autumn gave Pauline her first Rogers breaking law north and the snake, the turtle and low. breath and autumn took her last. Rogers will not honour my PST exemption based on the fact that the songbirds were gone away A short wake was held for Pauline has gone now to a better my services are not delivered to a reserve. They have not amended from the people till spring. Pauline in an Ottawa funeral place where she will report to God their company policy to reflect the new HST taxation law to honour Though dreary and uninvit- home, and all who went spoke of on her life as a citizen of Canada. "off-reserve" customer’s exemption for telecommunications services. ing, the days of that time of year how surprised they were to see her Rest in peace, Pauline Wesley. of Ontario. I contacted Canada Revenue Agency and received con- could never have foretold what looking so at peace. They never We who knew you will never firmation that, Rogers is violation of Ontario taxation law and I have Pauline’s life would be like; her realized, they said, how beauti- forget. This we promise. Dona- proceeded with a request to have a ruling put against them by the CRA. time on this earth was one of enor- ful Pauline was. Many in the tions to the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Legal Services of Toronto says there may be a human rights mous suffering. The torment she room knew for certain that if she Aboriginal Health (299 Montreal violation claim should Rogers fail to amend their policy. endured could only stem from the had been treated fairly and with Rd., Ottawa) can be made in Pau- Call the Ministry of Revenue at 1-866-668-8297 to report non- cruelty of human beings. It does respect, if she had known love line’s memory complying vendors. Compensation is in the satisfaction of standing up not lie elsewhere in nature to do instead of abuse, Pauline Wes- for your rights! so. Pauline was removed from ley would have been a powerful Albert Dumont is an Ottawa- Janine Manning her family at an early age and voice and an inspirational leader based Algonquin Elder. Toronto placed in a Residential School in the Aboriginal community. Page 6 Anishinabek News December 2010

Embrace conflicts with bravery Aakode'ewin—Bravery: Bravery will help a team for this daily interaction for the is to face the foe with integrity. or relation- benefits to the student. Step two, In the language, this ship produce to encourage routine, daily partici- word literally means "state of hav- the best pos- pation. People aren’t motivated ing a fearless heart." To do what is sible solution, to do things unless they want to right even when the consequences in the shortest do them, so motivating a parent to are unpleasant. Some communities period of time. Penny Tremblay read a child’s agenda daily could instead use either Zoongadikiwin I am not talk- be enhanced by writing positive ("state of having a strong casing") ing about mean attacks; personal- things about the child regularly. or Zoongide'ewin ("state of having ity based fighting or interpersonal Healthy conflict is uncomfort- Steve Wolf and apprentice Kevin Snake of Chippewa Technical a strong heart"). politics. I am talking about conflict able yet necessary. It develops Services. Our grandfathers knew the limited to concepts and ideas. healthy conflict management and importance of bravery, and wrote The second step to using con- resolution skills which are lifelong the 4th grandfather teaching about flict for the benefit of the team is performance enhancers and build Tecumseh showcases facing the foe with integrity. to begin working through sensitive character in everyone involved. In life we are faced with many issues with a degree of objectivity When we have a fearless heart we challenges that require us to be (based on idea’s and concepts, not can do what is right even when the First Nations firms brave, especially those where con- personal ego’s and feelings) with consequences are unpleasant By Greg Plain competitive, I encourage other Re- flict arises, and needs resolution. a commitment to staying on topic We can be grateful and ap- AAMJIWNAANG – On Novem- gions to look at this kind of model All strong relationships require until a resolution is found. preciate opportunities to be brave, ber 25 and 26, 2010 there was a to get their businesses into the productive conflict in order to last For example, perhaps a school for it is through these situations, large showcase of Aboriginal limelight” over time and to grow. This is true teacher notices that there is no that we often experience the most Business talent and promotion of CIDL is the Development Cor- for any teams, such as in the com- parental support demonstrated profound spiritual and emotional those businesses for both Abori- poration of the Aamjiwnaang First munity, business, schools, friend- so far in the school year, where a growth. gianl as well as the corporate buy- Nation. Its purpose is to create ships, couples and family models; student’s progress is concerned. This article is dedicated to the ers for the area. business and employment oppor- yet debates are typically avoided The agenda used to foster parent caring staff, teachers and educa- Tecumseh Community Devel- tunities. Chippewa Industrial Park because it’s easier to bypass the / teacher communication requires tors of Kenjgewin Teg. opment Corp,(TCDC) and Chip- is a major contributor to the Sar- necessary conversation than it is to a daily signature, yet is not being pewa Industrial Developments nia Lambton economy, participat- deal with hurt feelings or tension signed. Step one of being brave as Penny Tremblay is Director of Limited (CIDL) hosted a trade- ing in the mainstream and global required to reach resolution. it relates to embracing conflict, is Education Tremblay. Subscribe to show and Aboriginal Business economies’. The fully occupied The fact of the matter is that beginning a conversation with the receive monthly leadership tips at showcase. This free event was First Phase of the Park has 17 ten- healthy conflict is actually a time student and parent, about the need www.PennyTremblay.com committed to promoting outstand- ants, of which half are Aboriginal saver. Teams that don’t spend time ing business from ten First Nation owned Enterprises and also in- and energy arguing out their dif- communities located in Southern clude national and international ferences doom themselves by re- Ontario. corporations such as Intertec In- visiting issues time and time again This trade show drew together strumentation, American Railcar, without resolution. Featured hotels a diverse group of business opera- Norspec, Flowserve, Precision Acknowledging that conflict is tors, business professionals, buyers Concepts, Vesuvuis Canada, and productive is the first step toward and decision-makers and provided Phillips Services. An additional developing the ability to engage in them with the opportunity to make 235 acres is currently under devel- it. Engaging in the type of conflict connections, explore business op- opment in Phase 2. that is limited to concepts and ideas portunities and build networks. In so many trade shows there is not enough time to speak to everyone that you want to make contacts with and discuss how each could be beneficial to you and your busi- ness. This was facilitated by mak- ing the rooms available for one- on-one meetings with companies. A new participant was Chip- pewa Technical Services (CTS). Owned and operated as a part- nership between Steve Wolfe and Comfort Inn - Orilla Marcel Myre. CTS is a new Elec- This month the Anishinabek Nation 7th Generation Charity recom- trical Contractor over the last two mends the Comfort Inn - Orillia, Ontario. years that is using Native talent and encouraging the First Nations – Complimentary comfort sunshine breakfast to look at youth to get involved in – Complimentary Newspaper skilled trades. Steve has taken on – Complimentary Parking Kevin Snake from Moravian First – Outdoor BBQ and picnic area Nation as his apprentice and hopes – Complimentary Wireless High-speed Internet to see more apprentices assist in – In-room microwave and fridge the growth of CTS. – Drive-up rooms available Kevin has been with CTS – Earn Areoplan Miles and RBC Points for the past seven months and – Free Shuttle bus to Casino Rama during events will continue to learn the electri- – Golf, ski, ice fishing and casino packages available cian skills while serving his 8000 – Discounts at Kelsey’s, Eastside Marios, Swiss Chalet and Montanas hours of apprenticeship time train- when you show your room key. ing along with the three terms of classroom training as well. 75 Progress Drive, Orillia, Ontario L3V 6H1 Steve Wolfe says “The Busi- Tel: 705-327-7744 or Toll Free: 1-877-708-8845 ness Showcase forum was an ex- Fax: 705-327-1568 Email: [email protected] cellent idea, and opportunity for our FN companies to get exposure and be seen by corporate people Special rates for all citizens of the Anishinabek Nation. as our companies can and will be www.choicehotels.ca/cn284 ask for rate code UOOI December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 7 dohm-Nuk/Let's Play Students receive recognition for Rabbit & Bear Paws ‘Indigenous Poetics’ By Sharon Weatherall MIDLAND – A group of nine Aboriginal Studies students from North Simcoe have been named among the 12 winners in the provincial poetry competition 'Indigenous Poetics - Sounding Out Indigenous Poetics’. Midland Secondary School (MSS) Grade 10 students J.J. Graham, Ellie Bezzo, Jacob Crowe-Robitaille, Rachel Miller, Andrew Nickason, Willy LePage, Trisha McMillan, Damien Leduc and Margaret Qutiaquq- Oliver attended Trent University in November for a special dinner in the Gathering Space, First Peoples House of Learning, Enweying Building. Sounding Out Indigenous Poetics celebrates the rich poetic tradi- tions of Indigenous peoples across Canada through a combination of academic workshops and public readings featuring some of Canada’s most renowned poets in an effort to engage and celebrate Indigenous poetry in Canada. The event brought together acclaimed Indigenous poetic artists and traditional knowledge-keepers as well as Indigenous and non-Indigenous academics and students to explore the centrality of language, narrative memory and metaphor in Indigenous cultures. MSS teacher Jennifer La Chapelle was incredibly proud of her stu- dents for their efforts, initiative and accomplishment in the Indigenous Poetics competition. “At Trent University they attended a dinner with 12 published Ab- original Poets from across Canada, followed by a poetry reading by a select few of these published poets,” said LaChapelle who shares her teaching days between MSS and Seventh Fire School - an alternative learning place in Midland for youth and adults. A Hidden Message Poets from Ontario attending the event included Daniel David Mo- ses, Delaware, Six Nations; Janet Rogers, Mohawk, Six Nations; Lee By: Trish McMillan You think you’ve found the Maracle, Salish Cree, Toronto Leanne Simpson, Anishnaabe, Peterbor- Midland Secondary School, Midland, ON perfect one. ough; Chrisine Sy, Anishnaabe, Peterborough and Lillian Allen, Dub You admire it. Poet, Toronto. Trisha McMillan The competition provided an opportunity for young people to share A dozen roses, It’s just for display, for show. their own creativity, to engage in Indigenous literatures, and meet Indig- Each one of them different colours, size enous writers of poetry while highlighting and introducing high school and appearance. As time passes, students Trent University’s Indigenous Studies offered to both Indige- The petals shrivel, losing its colour, its nous and non-Indigenous students in the hopes that they might consider Each one of them beautiful in their own personality. Trent for post-secondary studies. For the Sounding Out Indigenous Poetics event an in-house booklet way. of a selected number of the high school poems was published to encour- But in the beginning they were originally The perfect image falters, age creative writing among students. the same. You throw it away. Equal. I wonder why you bothered.

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HOC-400-10_Anishnabek News.indd 1 12/1/10 10:22:58 AM December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 9 Arts/Ezhoosgaged Artists collective brings Big Medicine By Jennifer Ashawasegai NIPISSING FIRST NATION – There's a sparkling new gem in the com- munity called Big Medicine Studio. It's a large airy building with lots of space to move, dance and sing, and the walls are graced with local art and colourful art projects created by students in the community school. Penny Couchie and her husband, Sid Bobb held the grand opening for the new studio Nov. 5. The couple together have a long history in the arts, and it's something they've been sharing with their community over the past four years. Penny is a dancer, actor, teacher and choreographer. The Nipissing First Nation resident co-founded "Earth in Motion World Indigenous Dance" in Toronto in 2000, and three years ago she co-founded "Aanmi- taagzi", a local artist collective in her home community. Penny's husband Sid Bobb is perhaps best known for his role as host of Canadian Geographic Kids which aired on CBC. Bobb says the studio couldn't have been built without the help of their families; parents, aunts, uncles, and community. He adds the studio is self-financed. No government grants. The couple wants their new studio to be a home for Aanmitaagzi and other artists who want to display or practice their art. Aanmitaagzi is a multi-disciplinary arts group and is comprised of a variety of local danc- Penny Couchie performing in a scene from 'Throw Away Kids' at the Grand Opening of Big Medicine Studio. ers, musicians, actors and artists.

Couchie says, "We moved here to Nipissing four years ago with our two kids with the aim of bringing what we're doing in the arts to the com- munity as well as seek out other artists and collaborate with them." So, they built Big Medicine Studio to enable them to do just that. And Gathering of the Clans they sure set the bar high in the Grand Opening with scenes from Muriel Miguel's play 'Throw Away Kids." Couchie, Bobb and their 16-year-old daughter Animikii Kwe performed selected scenes together in front of an A special exhibition featuring audience of nearly 50 people. Just before the play, Carol Guppy, a visual artist with Aanmitaagzi Three First Nation Artists shared her journey learning her craft through film. She also beautifully sang an opening with her hand-drum. Playwright Muriel Miguel came to Nipissing to mentor the dancers November 21 to January 30, 2011 for a few weeks before the opening. "They have put together their careers with their culture and their fam- ilies. To me, that's really brave and I think it's wonderful that they have this Big Medicine studio." Moses Lunham Christian Island ``Fish Clan ~ Kettle & Stoney Point First Nation inspired painter By Sharon Weatherall “I do all BEAUSOLEIL FN – While his sizes of paint- colourful images portray tradi- ings but really tional scenes from the political, enjoy doing cultural and social life of First larger pieces Nations people, Christian Island for museum artist Clayton Samuel King says and gallery Clayton King the creative inspirations behind shows.” them come in different ways – Inspired by his Anishinabek sometimes evolving from some- heritage, King enjoys portray- thing small like an animal or ing spectral images of his culture Jeremiah Mason sometimes from nothing at all. through landscape paintings. He The talented Beausoleil First has recreated the beautiful and ``Wolf Clan ~ Kee-way-win First Nation Nation citizen is now showing at tranquil landscape surrounding Museum of Ontario Archaeology Christian Island in many of his in London in a special exhibition works. featuring Three First Nation Art- King began drawing as early ists. ‘Gathering of the Clans’ runs as Grade 3 and continued to ex- through to January 30, 2011 high- periment in various types of art lighting the work of King who is throughout high school however of the "Eagle Clan", Moses Lun- did not develop an interest in Na- Clayton Samuel King ham "Fish Clan" Kettle and Stony tive art until much later. Point First Nation and Jeremiah “My paintings are a cross be- Eagle Clan ~ Mason, "Wolf Clan" Kee-way- tween the Woodlands style, t and win First Nation. realism - I am inspired by all that During the opening, the three surrounds me here.” artists were on hand doing art and King says he was influenced answering questions from the by the work of members of the Museum______public about their work. commonly referred to ‘Indian of Ontario Archaeology “The opening went really Group of Sev- well. I have three large pieces en’, and The showing – Three Fires, The Ot- Woodlands 1600 Attawandaron Road, London, Ontario 519-473-1360 open Wed to Sun 10:00 to 4:30 ters Task and The Northern Door School led by www.uwo.ca/museum which were 40” x 50” in size,” Norval Mor- said King. risseau.

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ASK HOLLY Scoop BY HOLLY BRODHAGEN [email protected] survivors Hunters respond rally It is wonderful when I receive e-mails, letters or have the chance By Christine McFarlane to talk to readers about their opinions of my column. I would like TORONTO – Hundreds turned to share parts of the most recent responses to my Hunting Season out for a Nov. 25 rally at the column. Queen’s Park Ontario Legislature Harmony from Dokis writes: to draw attention to First Nation “I am an avid hunter, not that I shoot the animals ... but I am child welfare issues. the spotter, the gun holder, the cleaner, the knife sharpener, the meat For many who attended the holder, I carry the weight of the supplies and meat home to my fam- rally, the issue is a personal, as ily. At times I too question the traditions of our hunt now. well as political one. Robert Com- "Many of our hunters in Dokis supply a one-week hunt for "white manda, of , was men" who gladly pay the steep fees for cabin, food, men and dog. brought up in the Children’s Aid But now that so many non-native people have found that we have Society foster-care system. bounty beyond our doors to the reservation, we find them in our lands “I had the feeling of never re- hunting alone poaching from what little was given to us. We have ally belonging anywhere,” said swayed too far from our traditions or have encouraged non-tradition- Commanda, one of two plain- al hunting to occur, based on our circumstances... tiffs whose name will identify a Robert Commanda, Dokis First Nation, speaks at November rally of "In the case of pepperettes, it is not that we do not like the taste of class action lawsuit by thousands Sixties Scoop Survivors at Queen's Park, Toronto. wild meat – it is simply that my people have become accustomed to of Sixties Scoop survivors who Red Power United and the Ontar- io Regional Chief Angus Toulouse richer and bolder flavours. Instead of having nothing but steaks and became Crown wards and were io Grassroots Committee, whose and Grand Chief Randall Phillips roasts, why not sausages, hamburgers and pepperettes? I still eat my forcibly removed from their com- chairman, John Fox, a citizen of of the Association of Iroquois and wild meat, just when you have a few boxes from the butcher that are munities by Children’s Aid Soci- Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Allied Indians (AIAI) emerged to a little bit tastier, I am discouraged from eating McDonalds, Harveys, eties in Ontario. Reserve, has long been an advo- address the demonstrators. Burger King. The Attorney General of Can- cate for Sixties Scoop survivors. “The leadership is here and "We hunt to survive, and yes it has become a sport for many men ada is the defendant in the multi- “As Native citizens, we con- there is leadership outside joining this time of the season, like hockey–especially young and seasoned million dollar lawsuit, believed to tinue to be very concerned with you and wanting to make sure that hunters…It is a gathering of friends and family, excited to witness be the first one in Western legal CAS activities in and around our the words you are saying are the and be a part of something that is as old as our community. Fathers history in which loss of culture is people and we are demanding ac- words that we need to continue to take out daughters, mothers spend time with their sons, and family being cited as a wrongful act. The tion,” Fox, who currently lives in advocate for,” said Toulouse, “be- take the opportunity to share with the newbies. It brings us back to class action was filed in Ontario Ajax, told the gathering. cause it’s the citizens that are the the great hunting days before the TV, the microwave, the vehicles. Superior Court in February, 2009, Starting at Queen’s Park, ones most in need, in all our com- "This combines the elements of the sport with our traditions. We and was certified in November, demonstrators wound their way munities, urban settings and so anticipate this time of the year. The people are smiling ear to ear, men 2010 on behalf of Aboriginal chil- through downtown Toronto, stop- on, and we cannot lose sight that because they can provide and it’s a great time with family, some you dren in Ontario who were made ping at the Marriot Hotel where this is what we work for as lead- hardly see, and women because they know they will have food to Crown wards between 1965 and the Chiefs of Ontario Annual Fall ers, and we are hearing you.” feed their families. 1984. Assembly was being held. Ontar- "We were taught not to be greedy, that our families would be The rally was organized by ashamed if we took more then we needed, thus our community and family tend to always benefit because we take only what we need then and know the forest is always there for us. Hunting is a sport Eyes on abuse when you kill regardless of the time of the season, regardless of the The Anishin- condition of the weather, regardless of your need. abek Police Ser- "I am young, I am a harvester, traditional believer, a hunter...who vice developed knows. Maybe I am the last in my community but it is up to me to an elder abuse pass this on to my family after me.” and neglect Mike Martel and his wife enjoy the taste of wild meat and find awareness program they call pepperettes to be a waste of money and meat. They share their bounty “Protecting the Golden Years.” with friends and relatives and take pride in preparing their own meat. The issue of elder abuse is Mike says, “There are still hunters who love to hunt for the sport and gathering more attention of law to get a supply of meat for the year.” enforcement as more people are Again thank you everyone for your comments. Keep them com- living longer. ing. In addition, the elderly be- Holly Brodhagen is a citizen of Dokis First Nation and holds a Mas- come targets because of the ac- ter's degree in Social Work. cumulation of assets, money and land over many years. Visit www.apscops.org. Notice of Class Action Lawsuit This is a notice for anyone interested in a class tions to join the lawsuit are: action lawsuit against the Canadian government a) the person is Aboriginal; b) they were ap- for their failure to protect First Nations children’s prehended/placed in care in Ontario (this includes cultural identity during the “Sixties Scoop”. being sent to or from Ontario); c) they were in It is a case about “cultural genocide” and care between 1965-1984; and, d) they were placed Wishing you a Merry Christmas “identity genocide” of First Nations persons, sta- in a non-Aboriginal environment (children placed tus and non-status aboriginal persons in the sense with other bands would not qualify) More infor- and Safe and Happy New Year that claimants were denied or had taken from mation can be found on the website: sixtiesscoop. from our house to yours. them knowledge of their biological parents, sib- wordpress.com ;and, on Facebook: Brown and lings, their spiritual connections, their language, Commanda Class Action Lawsuit. Kinoondidaa’gamig Treatment their birth names, their customs, their family, Self registration can be made via email con- their genealogy. tact with Alex Hamilton at ahamilton@wilson- Home Staff and Youth. All who are eligible and want to participate in christen.com or by contact Alex Hamilton at 416- this class action lawsuit may do so. The qualifica- 956-5631. (705) 368-0435 www.aplaceoftalking.com December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 11

Re-learning Film asks to eat right tough teen By Greg Plain and Lin Yuan, MSc, Registered Dietitian (SOA- HAC) questions AAMJIWNAANG – Supporting MATTAWA – Filming for the people with type 2 diabetes with Union of Ontario Indians HIV/ education and knowledge is a key AIDS film “Burds-n-da-beez” – Brad Trudeau, Jason Harrison, Candace Dokis, Edmond Collins, factor in getting the word out to about the challenges that youth Courtney Robinson, Jiig Petahtegoose members on what to watch for face in today’s world – wrapped “I put out a call to our First Other important topics cov- and how to maintain your health up in October. Nation communities asking for ered in the film included anatomy once you are diagnosed with the The film will help raise youth who were interested in explanation, real-world sexual disease. awareness about sexual health helping raise awareness about diversity, and sexual rights that Type 2 diabetes among the and choosing a healthy lifestyle sexual health and living a healthy each of us have. Anishinabe is three times higher by using the Seven Grandfather lifestyle,” says Cotter. Partici- Post-production of the movie than among non-Aboriginal On- Teachings. pants were asked to send an email will be finished this year and the tarian. Making soup at the Aamjiwnaang “Burds-n-da-beez” addresses about why they felt they wanted launch of “Burds-n-da-beez” will The Southern Ontario Ab- Diabetes Support Group lunch. serious social issues such as sui- to be a part of the production, and be at the 2011 at an HIV/AIDS original Health Access Centre Over the last two to three cide, bullying, peer pressure and what healthy sexuality meant to youth conference. (SOAHAC), their mission is to years since the Group started, it the importance of healthy rela- them.” The cast and crew included provide quality, holistic health has seen a great deal of growth. tionships. We also had focus on “Burds-n-da-beez” is an edu- Sarah Louis, Brad Trudeau, Jason services by sharing and promot- The group has gone from about the spiritual aspects of traditions cational film aimed at dispelling Harrison, Edmond Collins, Can- ing traditional and western health 15 members to nearly 30 at their that help keep youth strong like the myth that sexual knowledge dace Dokis, Courtney Robinson, practices to enable people to live last meeting. the women’s Berry Fast and the will incur or encourage sexual ac- Sage and Jiig Petahtegoose, Nim- in a more balanced state of well- The Support group meets on excitement of Vision Quests. tion. kii Couchie, Joseph Owl, host Sid being. SOAHAC has recently the third Monday of every month UOI HIV/AIDS Program “It is my belief that when Bobb, Set assistant Patricia Cam- established a new diabetes edu- (9 to 12) to discuss exercise, coordinator Jody Cotter from armed with the correct knowl- peau, Suzanne Campeau, Nicole cation team to serve London and foods, and ways to manage the Nipissing First Nation says that edge, courage and truth about Neiva, Maddison Cotter, Elder surrounding areas. disease in your daily life. the energy and passion displayed their sexuality, youth will real- Mary Elliot, sound technician One of their initiatives has A Registered Dietitian from by all youth in attendance during ize the importance of remaining BJ Szabicot and Ed Regan of Ed been the Aamjiwnaang Diabetes SOAHAC facilitates the Group the shoot at the Canadian Ecol- healthy and respectful with their Regan Productions. Support Group. discussion. ogy Centre was amazing. sexual relations,” says Cotter. BIIDAABAN HEALING LODGE Comfy Corners Program Dates create calm kids By Laura Liberty Zhiibaahaasing First Nation- Anger Solutions Community members from • November 22 - 26/10 • January 10 - 14/11 Sheshegwaning First Nation and Zhiibaahaasiing First Nation par- • March 28 - April 1/11 ticipated in a Behaviour Manage- ment workshop. Grief & Abandonment They learned that children February 7 - 16/11 with ADHD or FASD may also experience Sensory Integration Relapse Prevention Impairments, also known as hypo • December 6 - 10/10 (feeling too little) or hypersensi- tivities (feeling too much). The degree of sensitivity var- Theresa Wabegijik, Gloria Antoine, Yvette Spanish, Dorothy Pitawanakwat, Julia Genereux, and Brenda Wabegijik ies from child to child and often goes unrecognized or is misinter- dren who are becoming over stim- ishment but rather a tool to help preted as bad behaviour. Some ulated. Ideally, the child learns to children cope with their impair- Biidaaban Healing Lodge, P.O. Box 219, Hwy. 627 children who are hypersensitive recognize their own cues or when ment. . Pic River First Nation via Heron Bay, ON P0T 1R0 may struggle under fluorescent they are become over stimulated If you are interested in learn- lights, a noisy gym class, crowd- and remove themselves from the ing more about this workshop Via: Heron Bay, ON P0T 1R0 ed spaces, line ups, turtlenecks, stimulus. The child will need to contact Laura Liberty, FASD Ph: 807-229-3592 Fax 807-229-0308 or different scents for example. be taught when and how to use the worker at the Union of Ontario Participants learned how to comfy corner. It is important not Indians 705-497-9127. Toll Free: 1-888-432-7102 make a ‘comfy corner’ for chil- to use the comfy corner as a pun- STAFF Union of Ontario Indians - Curve Lake Office, Ph: 705-657-9383 Fort William Office – Ph: 807-623-8887 Munsee Delaware Office – Ph: 519-289-0777 Autumn Watson Mindy Taylor Chochi Knott Monty McGahey Health Programs Student Access Aboriginal Health Initiative Officer FASD Regional Worker Health Program Access - Retention Officer [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Janine McCue Crystal Cumming Lynda Banning Claudette Cartier AHWS Community Support Worker Healthy Babies, Healthy Children FASD Regional Worker - Thunder Bay Nursing Program Manager [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Union of Ontario Indians - Head Office, P.O. Box 711, North Bay, ON, P1B 8J8, Ph: 705-497-9127 Toll: 1-877-702-5200 Web: www.anishinabek.ca

Jamie Restoule Lisa Palangio Jody Cotter Laura Liberty Patricia Campeau Director Policy Analyst HIV/AIDS Coordinator FASD Regional Worker Administrative Assistant [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Ext. 2242 Tony Jocko Ext. 2306 Laurie C. McLeod Ext. 2231 Laurie McLeod-Shabogesic Ext. 2319 Karen Linklater Ext. 2310 Policy Analystr AHWS Policy Analyst FASD Coordinator Administrative Coordinator [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Ext. 2313 Ext. 2314 Ext. 2296 Ext. 2239 Page 12 Anishinabek News December 2010

Mother Earth stressed at Christmas Christmas is stressful enough plastic. Also, give them to other children. This on humans, but have you stopped older trees may is also teaching your children to to consider the stress it causes our contain lead. give instead of just receiving at Earth? Keep in Christmas time. First, consider both the im- mind that once You can do the same for your- pacts of a ‘real’ tree or an artificial you retire your self and the items you have that one on the Earth. In North Amer- artificial tree you don’t use anymore. ica there are approximately 30-35 if you do not Donate them to a family or million Christmas trees sold each give it away to community program that could year. someone else Sarah Blackwell use them. Once January rolls around, to enjoy, it will Thirdly, remember while do- consider recycling it, and having sit in a landfill site for centuries ing your shopping to bring your it turned into mulch or tree chips since it is not biodegradable or reusable shopping bags with you. that can be used as mulch for land- recyclable Be mindful of the gifts you scaping projects, playgrounds, Secondly, before filling your are purchasing and the packaging weed control and landfill cover. home with new toys, clothes they are in. Seek out toys and/or Consider the manufacturing and other items, do a cleaning of clothing made from recycled ma- process of an artificial tree and the items that you don’t use anymore. terials with very little packaging. Draining, physical alterations, welling and over pumping and timber use of metal and PVC’s (polyvi- You can donate old toys to a lo- Have a safe and very GREEN harvesting are all human influences on lake water levels. nyl chloride), a petroleum-derived cal charity or wrap them up and Christmas this year! Human influence on Species lake water levels By Rhonda Gagnon at risk (Part two of a series) What is Species at Risk? Rhonda Gagnon is a water policy analyst for the Union of Ontario Wildlife species that are con- Indians. sidered threatened or in danger of Many people wonder why lake levels change so drastically from becoming extinct. year to year. Precipitation and evaporation are the most obvious and Bridle Shiner most significant factors in changing lake levels, but human factors Status: Special Concern pro- Bridle Shiner also have to be taken into consideration. vincially and nationally The bridle shiner is sensitive to bait to catch the larger prey of fish Using as an example, North Bay, Ontario is classi- Characteristics: Small fresh- poor water quality and high tur- for food. fied as an intra-basin diversion or transfer. North Bay supplies drink- water minnow found in eastern bidity, particularly in agricultural Risk Categories: ing water to their residents from Trout Lake, which is located within North America. areas. In areas where zebra mus- Data Deficient – there is not the St. Lawrence River Watershed. The return flow (waste water) is Description: It has a small sels have invaded, the improved enough scientific information to then deposited in Lake Nipissing, which is located within the Huron slender body somewhat com- water quality may benefit this support the status designation watershed. As a result, more water is received in Lake Nipissing. pressed laterally. The average species. The densely growing Not at Risk – the species has been In the early 1900s the Chaudière dams were erected and used to length of the adults is 55 mm. invasive species Eurasian Wa- evaluated and was found to be not assist in the forestry activities that were occurring in the Straw colour with with a blue- termilfoil aquatic plant hinders at risk area. This had the effect of regulating the Lake Nipissing water level green irridenscence and silvery spawning areas for the minnow Special Concern – species whose to about seven feet higher or approximately two meters than its for- white under-parts. and may contribute to its decline. characteristics make it particular- mer level. This rise of water level has changed the physiology of the Habitat: Found in quiet areas of Protection: Listed under the ly sensitive to human activities or lake to what we see today. With this being said, Hall Chute and the streams and lakes. Ontario's Endangered Species natural events Free-flow Channel into the Little French River are unregulated to this Range: Eastern North Amer- Act. Collection and harvesting of Threatened – species likely to day. Today the dams are used for water level and flood control. Pub- ica, In Canada the species occurs the mussel species is controlled become endangered if factors are lic works Canada operates and owns the dams located in the French in eastern Ontario and southwest- through the Ontario Fisheries not reversed River. ern Quebec. In Ontario, they are Regulations, and is also provided Endangered – species facing im- Other human impacts that may occur on other lakes that can affect found in lowland areas in the habitat protection under the Fish- minent extirpation or extinction the water level include: eastern portions of Lake Ontario eries Act as well as the Ontario’s Extirpated – species no longer ex- 1. Draining - the growing demand for farming, cattle grazing, and the St. Lawrence River. Planning Act, which addresses isting in the wild in Canada, but and new homes creates a need for dry land . To get this dry land, we Threats: Prey of bigger fish development in riparian areas. occurring elsewhere must dry up wetlands, swamps and marshes,which disrupts natural like the , small Traditional Uses – First Na- Extinct – species that no lon- water level fluctuations in them. -mouth bass and yellow perch. tion peoples used minnow for live ger exist. 2. Physical alterations of floodplain forest swamps, alterations such as road construction and ditch digging, changes water flow pat- terns, thus altering natural flood control and adversely raising and Canadian mining companies big offenders lowering water levels in other areas By Emma Lui ing companies are involved in Commons by a vote of 140-134. If 3. Welling and over-pumping - reduces the level of the water Canadian mining companies more than four times as many the bill had passed, it would have table. Water levels in most rivers, lakes, springs and wetlands are are some of the worst offenders violations as the next two highest ensured that Canadian companies directly related to annual precipitation and the level of the water table. of human rights and environmen- offenders, Australia and India." respected human rights and en- Over-pumping of water lowers the water-table and dramatically af- tal standards in developing coun- Liberal MP John McKay vironmental best practices while fects the marsh environment by altering natural marsh processes such tries. tabled Bill C-300, Corporate Ac- operating overseas. as wildlife activity, peat development, plant composition. Mining Watch recently ob- countability of Mining, Oil or Gas It would have also ensured 4. Timber harvesting – trees are natural tap systems in the for- tained a 2009 report commis- in Developing Countries Act, in Canadian companies that violated est, as they draw up water from the water table. Trees that are har- sioned by Prospectors and De- Feb. 2009. human rights and environmen- vested by clear- cutting ultimately affects the water table level. velopers Association of Canada On Oct. 27, 2010, the bill was tal standards were not publicly which noted that "Canadian min- narrowly defeated in the House of funded. STAFF mission Jason Laronde Barb Naveau Sarah Louis Carl Braun The mission of the Lands and Director Forestry Assistant Water Resources Assistant Mines Policy Analyst Rhonda Gagnon Resources department is to foster [email protected] Nadine Roach [email protected] [email protected] Arnya Assance [email protected] Forestry Coordinator Water Resources Policy Analyst AORMC Coordinator a better quality of life by ensuring Ext. 2263 Ext. 2255 Ext. 2245 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 807-623-8887 access to natural resources in Ext. 2234 Ext. 2318 Ext. 2340 support of the goals, principles and Union of Ontario Indians - Head Office, P.O. Box 711, North Bay, ON, P1B 8J8, Ph: 705-497-9127 Toll: 1-877-702-5200 Web: www.anishinabek.ca values of the Anishinabek Nation. December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 13

Lost lands of the Algonquin By Dr. David Shanahan the Algonquin bands in the lower Ottawa River re- Before the arrival of Europeans, the Algonquin gion. In 1645, the French entered into treaty with people were a major force in trade and commerce, the Mohawk, betraying their Algonquin allies. The with traditional lands stretching from the St. Maurice position of the Algonquin became so desperate that, River in the east, to Lake Nipissing in the west. The between 1650 and 1675, they were forced to leave Ottawa River valley was the heart of these lands, the the Ontario side of the Ottawa River and move to main route through which nations traded. There was settlements near Montreal. Only Morrison Island a major settlement on Morrison Island in the Ottawa was strong enough to resist the Mohawk. Many Al- River, and anyone passing along the river paid their gonquin joined mission settlements, and a very large fee. The Algonquin acted as middlemen in the fur number died in epidemics, leaving the nation weak- trade between the French, and the Huron to ened and unable to regain their lost territory. the west, further emphasising their strategic By the time of the Conquest, after 1760, the importance. powerful Algonquin people had been pushed Aside from Morrison Island, the main out of their traditional lands and the Mohawk Algonquin settlements were along the tribu- and Mississauga had taken over along the taries of the Ottawa, particularly the South shores of the Saint Lawrence and along the Nation and Gananoque, and they had a major Dr. Shanahan inland waterways. So it was, that when the New digs for police settlement at Trois Riviere, at the mouth of British came to make treaties for this land, Anishinabek Police Service regional commander Insp. Rick Saarinen, the St. Maurice. These settlements were comprised it was not from the Algonquin they received it. The Fort William First Nation Chief Peter Collins and Anishinabek Police of a number of families, living together in the sum- lands of the Algonquin were sold by the Mohawk Service Const. Robin Bannon break the ground at the site of the new mer months, then individual families went to their and Mississauga, and the remnants of the great Al- APS office. The new detachment is going up on Anemki Place, at Fort traditional hunting areas during the winter. They gonquin nation were left without recognition by the William First Nation. used longhouses throughout the year, and had close new colonial power of Britain. It was not until the alliances with the Nipissing, Oddawa and Huron early nineteenth century that groups of Algonquin peoples. returned permanently to lands around Golden Lake Treaties Matter Their very strength brought them into conflict and Maniwaki, and it was not until the 1870's that An updated book on the events with the Iroquois south of the Saint Lawrence, those at Golden Lake were provided with reserve that surrounded Ipperwash and who were rivals, particularly in the with lands. The people who had held that huge territory the people in Kettle and Stony the Europeans. The Mohawk, better armed by their from the St. Maurice River to Lake Nipissing, were Point FN will be available in English partners, began a war with the Algonquin granted just 1,560 acres at Golden Lake. It cost the January. around 1570 which lasted, off and on, for decades. Crown $156. Contact UOI Intergovernmental For many years, the Saint Lawrence River valley it- Dr. David Shanahan is a professional Historian, Affairs Special Project coordinator, self became a no-man’s land, too dangerous for ei- working primarily with First Nations across Cana- Nicole Latulippe 1-877-702- ther side to inhabit, as Mohawk raiding parties used da, with particular focus on Ontario. He has run his 5200 or e-mail nicole.latulippe@ the Rideau River system to move warriors against own consulting firm since 1989. anishinabek.ca

Stoney Point Reserve land out there," Cloud said. "We had a Ipperwash cleanup under way was expropiated in 1942 during shell wash up on the beach at Port the Second World Franks in the summer and there By Shawn Jeffords rare certification The six week War by the federal was another found in a tree in the The Observer allows the team course was taught government, which park a few weeks ago." KETTLE AND STONY POINT members to help by a team from promised to return Cloud said half of the camp FN – A homegrown team of First clean up the camp AMEC Earth and it two years after has been surveyed and early indi- Nations ordnance technicians and speed its return Environmental, the war ended. It re- cations are that it could take be- will help clean up the dangerous to their band, said with help from Jerad Elijah Stacy Rumford mains government Joey Boone tween 10 to 15 years and millions grounds of Camp Ipperwash. Chief Liz Cloud. the University of land but is occupied of dollars to fully remediate the The class of 15 citizens of the "Some of the members are New Brunswick. Students spent by members of the band. The base park. The band is still in negotia- Chippewas of Kettle and Stony direct descendants of the origi- 200 hours in the classroom and was used to train soldiers how to tions with the federal government Point First Nation graduated from nal Stony Point peoples, they will at the army camp doing hands on use weapons like bazookas, gre- over its return. They hope to have an Unexploded Ordnance Level 1 now be able to help clean up their work like safely exploding old nades and rifles. a plan in place by March 2012, Technician course Monday. The ancestral lands," she said. ordnance. "There's still a lot of garbage she said.

STAFF mission Allan Dokis Kerry Assiniwe Alicia McLeod Nicole Latulippe Director Relations Coordinator Treaty Research Coordinator Project Coordinator The Union of Ontario Indians [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Intergovernmental Affairs Ext. 2251 Ext. 2320 Ext. 2264 Ext. 2253 department is committed to the protection of aboriginal and treaty Mike Sawyer Theresa Stevens Kevin Restoule rights, ensuring access to land Treaty Research Clerk Administrative Assistant Policy Analyst and resources, and supporting [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] the political goals, values and Ext. 2237 Ext. 2327 Ext.2304 aspirations of the Anishinabek Union of Ontario Indians - Head Office, P.O. Box 711, North Bay, ON, P1B 8J8, Ph: 705-497-9127 Toll: 1-877-702-5200 Web: www.anishinabek.ca Nation. Page 14 Anishinabek News December 2010

Community Engagement Strategy takes flight By Andrea Crawford itation training workshop, spear- ROJ Communications Officer headed by the Union of Ontario SAULT STE. MARIE – Having Indians, was to inform participants more than a hundred of the Na- on the major self-governance ini- tion’s citizens join together in uni- tiatives that are currently taking ty to achieve a common goal is a place within the Anishinabek Na- notable event. tion. That’s what took place on A sunrise ceremony and open- November 2-4, as new and old ing remarks presented by Grand friends from 33 of the Anishin- Council Chief Patrick Madahbee, abek Nation’s communities gath- through a video message, launched ered in Sault Ste. Marie, where an the first day of the workshop on intensive Community Engagement November 2. Strategy took flight. “We are involved in something The goal of the three-day facil- long-lasting, something that our children’s children will see the Donna Hoeberg, Mississauga #8, Beverly Bressette, Kettle and Stony Point FN and Irvin Contin Henvey Inlet benefits of. We need to start do- FN take part in a group exercise at the CES training workshop. ing, we need to start implement- participants a sense of their belong- ed her experiences as a caregiver bers about the important initiatives ing,” said Grand Council Chief. ing and was an excellent introduc- for children in her community. that are taking place at the An- “We have coordinated and gath- tion to the extensive materials that “Anishinabek children are big ishinabek Nation level. ered the information, now the time were presented at the workshop. business in Canada. But we have The intent of the facilitation for talking about these issues is The major initiatives discussed a responsibility to our youth,” said training workshop was to spark a over. We need to shift gears and included Matrimonial Real Prop- Bressette. “For many years I took domino effect of mass information start the process of implementing erty, Appeals and Redress, Child care of children beyond my own, sharing throughout the Nation. our community-driven ideas that Welfare and Citizenship, as well so they could stay in our commu- The Community Engagement will only strengthen our Nation.” as the Anishinaabe Chi-Naaknige- nity where they belonged. That is Strategy will continue over the Following the opening state- win. our responsibility.” coming months with a Nation ments by leadership and staff, A full day of learning was ded- As the final day of the work- Building tour. Eight community Grand Council Elder Gordon icated to the Anishinabek Nation shop wrapped up, participants sessions are scheduled to place be- Waindubence presented a teach- Education Agreement, which is gathered in a circle to accept a to- tween November 2010 and March ing on the Anishinaabe Dodem preparing to be ratified in 2012. bacco offering. 2011. System. Many of the participants spoke The sema was presented as a For more information on the The Elder explained the mean- passionately about the initiatives gift for their support and willing- Community Engagement Strategy ing behind each of the clans, and at hand and shared stories from ness to return to their communi- and to find an information session their roles within the Nation. their home communities. ties and pass along the information in your region, please contact Jason The teaching was accompanied Bonnie Bressette, a Kettle & they received throughout the train- Restoule, Community Relations by seven hand-crafted banners de- Stony Point citizen and member of ing. Coordinator, by email at resjas@ picting the colour and symbol of the Anishinabek Nation Women’s The knowledge and materials anishinabek.ca or by telephone at each clan. Council, shared her feelings on the that participants took home will be 705-497-9127. Bonnie Bressette The Elder’s clan teaching gave Child Welfare Law as she recount- used to inform community mem- More support needed Assembly briefs for ROJ By Dave Shawana The message was very clear: “First Nations need more support at the community level in order to support them in Canada’s Aboriginal self-government policy.” Memorandum of Understanding with Stats Can Canada’s Chief Federal Negotiator Elizabeth Morin recently met with the Governance Working Group (GWG) members in Sault Ste The Chiefs in Assembly accepted a sample Band A full report was presented and reviewed by the Marie on November 17, 2010, to provide a presentation on “Canada’s Council Resolution and Communiqué to citizens, Chiefs who committed to actively solicit the partici- Approach to negotiating Aboriginal Self-Government.” which will be used by the Anishinabek Chiefs and pation of Anishinabek citizens in this joint effort by Morin reviewed the objectives of the Inherent Rights Policy, Councils to participate in a joint effort as outlined signing the Memorandum of Understanding with which also serves as Canada’s mandate to negotiate self-government in the presented Memorandum of Understanding . Canada will be conducting a cen- arrangements with Aboriginal governments. (MOU). Statistics Canada has agreed to enter into sus beginning in May 2011; this is an opportunity The Anishinabek Nation has been negotiating two sectoral self- a MOU that establishes a cooperative partnership for the Anishinabek communities to participate in government arrangements with Canada, the Education Final Agree- between the Union of Ontario Indians and Statistics the census. Off-reserve and on-reserve citizens who ment which began in 1993 and the Governance Final Agreement in Canada for the 2011 Census and National House- fill out the National Household Survey will provide 1998. hold Survey. vital statistical information for First Nations. The mandate of the GWG is to champion the Governance Final Agreement within their respective communities and to provide input indirectly to self-government negotiations. Ratification of the Chi-Naaknigewin With the support of Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee and Deputy Grand Council Chief Glen Hare, members of the GWG indi- The appointed sub-committee of the Gover- Nations must be represented at the Constitutional cated that to ensure Anishinabek citizens are completely informed on nance Working Group met on Sept. 30 to develop Convention II, in March 2011, where at least 70% the self-government negotiations, there needs to be more support at a ratification plan that would adopt the Anishinaabe of the First Nation’s appointed delegates must vote the community level. Chi-Naaknigewin, as instructed by Grand Council in favour of the constitution. A GWG member from the Robinson-Superior Region noted how Resolution 2010/02. The proposed ratification plan, Delegates will be appointed by their respective difficult it can be to conduct long-term planning without long-term which allows one vote per First Nation, was en- Chiefs and Councils and will be given full author- funding. dorsed by the Governance Working Group on Oct. ity to discuss and approve the Anishinaabe Chi- The Chief Federal Negotiator indicated that Canada would be 19. Naaknigewin. open to addressing those issues and the needs of First Nations. On Oct. 28, the proposal received endorsement Subject to a successful ratification, a proclama- Morin, along with Anishinabek Nation Chief Negotiator, Martin by the Chiefs Committee on Governance to present tion ceremony and celebration will be conducted Bayer were both pleased with the discussions that took place, and to the Special Grand Council Assembly. At this As- at the Grand Council Assembly scheduled for June expressed that future sessions should occur in order to continue the sembly, Resolution 2010/24 approving the ratifica- 2011, where the Anishinaabe Chi-Naaknigewin will on-going dialogue. tion plan was passed. In order to ratify the Anishi- be added to the Anishinabek Nation Bundle. As stated by Madahbee, “The self-government process is about naabe Chi-Naaknigewin, 60% of the member First ownership, and striving to persevere as a Nation.” December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 15 Page 16 Anishinabek News December 2010 December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 17

Kinoomaagewin A SUPPLEMENT TO THE ANISHINABEK NEWS December 2010 Grandma Apply now for courses graduates www.aeipostsecondary.ca By Beverley Roy-Carter M'CHIGEENG FN – She’s a grandmother who goes to school with her son, two sisters and a niece – travelling two hours a day to get to and from her full time AIAI: Business Administration classes at Kenjgewin Teg Educational In- RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING stitute (KTEI) on Manitoulin Is- land. The Sampson family from PROGRAM 2010 Sheshegwaning First Nation are the epitome of what KTEI edu- cational programs are all about: Virginia Matheson, 53, Sheshegwaning First Nation. the Anishinabek spirit of lifelong Virginia is currently enrolled given me a chance to reconnect WINNING STRATEGY learning! in Cambrian College’s Business with my family…on our daily Virginia Matheson, 53, is a Administration program at KTEI drive to school, we visit and talk All gambling has potential risks. If you are proud recipient of the 2010 na- experiencing fi nancial, family, emotional or physical – and finds the program both chal- about anything and everything – tional Canada Post Aboriginal health problems because of your gambling you should lenging and rewarding. that’s something that I’ve always Education Incentive Award. This consider taking a break to fully understand its impact on When asked why she chooses missed until now.” award celebrates the hard work your life and to help you gain control. to study on-site at KTEI, and not So what are Virginia’s plans and determination of Aboriginal go directly to a college campus, for the future? She might enrol people who have overcome per- WAYS TO CONTROL GAMBLING: she says, “It’s like a family at in a KTEI Anishinaabemowin sonal, economic or social adver- KTEI; I get to go home at the end immersion program or start up a sity in their pursuit of learning. Set a budget on your time and money. Spend only what of the day – home to my family small engine repair business to you can afford to lose. Leave your bank and credit card In 2009, there were 20 recipients and I get to sleep in my own com- operate as a family venture. at home. When your budget is gone and your time is up, of this award across Canada. fy bed! This year especially, has walk away! Keep a diary of how much time you play and record your wins and losses—memory is selective in remembering the wins. View gambling as entertainment—not a way to Stella's make money. Play knowing that you will almost certainly lose. See the money lost as part of your entertainment budget. still Understand the odds—the “house” always has the edge. Make your gambling decisions based on an accurate un- derstanding of your odds of winning. Expect to lose. You cannot change the outcome, there are no winning strate- learning gies and you cannot infl uence luck. The odds are stacked By Christine McFarlane against you and always favour the house. TORONTO – It has taken her an entire lifetime to get to know her RECOGNIZE RISK FACTORS culture, but Stella French, 86, a Chippewas of the Thames First Do not gamble when you are feeling vulnerable, de- pressed, bored, lonely, anxious or angry. Be careful not to Nation, believes that “the Creator use gambling as a way to escape problems or avoid dif- puts what you need in front of you fi cult feelings or situations. Mixing alcohol and gambling when you need it and workshops Stella French, 86, Chippewas of the Thames FN. is very risky. Take frequent breaks from gambling. Walk like "Reawakening the Spirit" are mutual story-telling and learning. but left out the soft touch of a outside to clear your head. really good to have because I be- French states that “workshops mother’s hand. lieve in learning and in positive like this allow us all to get togeth- She is currently taking a course thinking.” er and it shows non-native people on positive thinking through the French attended two recent that we are still around and we Continuing Education program Reawakening the Spirit work- have not disappeared.” at the Toronto School Board, and HELP IS AVAILABLE: shopsto listen to the story of French, a survivor of Shin- hopes that she will soon acquire Residential Schools in Canada at gwauk Residential School, said some basic computer skills so, “ I Ontaro Problem Gambling Helpline the Council Fire Cultural Centre that “though was can put out a newsletter for com- in downtown Toronto. The goal closed in the early 70’s people munity members that will have OF IROQUOIS AND ALLIED INDIANS WWW.AIAI.ON.CA ASSOCIATION 1-888-230-3505 of the workshops is to develop still feel the effects of that expe- news, poetry and recipes, but I relationships of trust and under- rience.” She attended the school cannot do that until I learn how to www.opgh.on.ca standing between non-Aboriginal from age 4 through 17 and it- run a computer well.” Responsible Gambling and Aboriginal peoples through taught her the ethic of hard work, Anishinabek Nation Credit Union Happy Holidays to you and yours Visit us online at www.ancu.ca Allan Moffatt 7 Shingwauk St., Garden River First Nation P2A 6Z8 1-866-775-2628 ANCU manager Page 18 Anishinabek News December 2010

Autumn Watson, Kelly McLeod, Murray Maracle, Mindy Taylor, Sara Cornthwaite, Minister John Duncan and MP Daryl Kramp. Cornthwaite tells INAC Minister she likes to run the show By Autumn Watson & Mindy contest was to provide Anishin- Administration program at Lau- Autumn Watson, Health Reten- Education Authority Renewals. Taylor abek students an opportunity to rentian University were the lucky tion and Support Officer met with MP Daryl Kramp acknowledged, OTTAWA – November 29, 2010 voice the importance of their post contest winners. MP Daryl Kramp to discuss the “There is a need to educate rather is a day that Sara Cornthwaite, 19 secondary education; their suc- Their voices were heard and Post-Secondary Student Support than legislate and that programs year-old Nipissing First Nation cesses; and, the impact that major an invitation was extended to Program (PSSSP) are successful when they are cre- citizen enrolled in the Television changes by the government to the meet with Daryl Kramp, MP for Murray highlighted the tre- ated in concert with all stakehold- & Media Broadcasting program Post Secondary Student Support Prince Edward-Hastings and the mendous successes that are hap- ers’ involvement.” at Algonquin College, will never Program (PSSSP) will have on Hon. John Duncan in Ottawa. pening with the PSSSP and how After a brief discussion on post forget. their future education to the Hon- Before meeting with the Min- Sara is an exemplary example. secondary education, the Minister A few months earlier Sara had ourable John Duncan, Minister of ister, Sara and her proud mother He also expressed concerns asked Sara if she preferred to be entered into a contest that was de- Indian and Northern Affairs Can- Kelly along with Murray Maracle, with respect to the lack of involve- behind the camera or in front of livered in partnership between the ada (INAC). Education Director for the Union ment of Anishinabek in the pro- the camera, and she replied “I like Union of Ontario Indians (UOI) Sara, along with Matthew of Ontario Indians, Mindy Taylor, gram reviews INAC is currently to run the show”. and the Anishinabek Educational McGregor, Whitefish River FN Aboriginal Health Human Re- working on in regards to the First For more information about AEI, Institute (AEI). The purpose of the enrolled in the Commerce and sources Initiative Coordinator and Nations K-12 and Post Secondary visit www.aeipostsecondary.ca Victims Matter. Les victimes comptent.

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By Shirley Williams-Pheasant Ngitziimog ko gii-naandoodizoowag. Gaawiin mshkikii-nini gii-yaasii wi pii. My parents used to cure themselves or to prevent illness. They did not have doctors at the time. Wiinwaa gii-mskikiikewag. They made medicines. Ensa bboongak maa ge go ni-dgwaagik, gii-minikwenaa’aa mshkiki jibwaa aakoziwaad. Bezhig dash go maanda niibiishaa- bookaadaanaawaa. Nii’ii gii-kaasnaawaa, cinnamon miinwaa aamoo mide. Every winter and fall, right ‘til spring, they drank medicine so they would not get sick. This one medicine they boiled water. In it they used cinnamon and honey. Nbapa niibiing aabideg go gii-biidoon aamoo mide paa yaad memtigwaaki. My father walked every summer in the forest and al- ways brought honey home. Mii gweta gii-baagizmowaad nbiish mii dash gii-ziiginomowaad ngo-emkwaanens aamoo mide, miinwaa cinnamon ezhinikaadeg. Jiibwaa nbaa’aad gii-minikwenaa’aa ensa naakshig pii nash gii- ni-minookimig. They boiled water and then they would put in one teaspoon of hon- ey, and cinnamon. Before they would go to bed, they would sit there and drink this ‘til springtime. Gchi-mshkiki maanda gii-aawan kino go ngoji maan pii kiing mii gwanda gchi-ekindaasoonig ekidoowaad, zhaazhi dash wii go naa Anishinaabeg maanda gii-bi-kendaanaawaa. Eshkaam be- maadizijig ni bskaabii’aandaanaawaa ki mshkiki gaa-bi naadizi- waad go naa. This was a great medicine all over the world and that is what the scientists are saying about it. Yet our people – the Anishinaabeg – knew about this before the scientists did and it is only now that the scientists are beginning to be aware of this and how it can cure many illness. Many of the Anishinaabeg are turning back to their own kind of herbal medicine --natural medicine.

Shirley Pheasant Williams , Migizi ow Kwe, Bird Clan, Ojibway- Odawa, , is a Professor Emeritus in the indig- enous Studies program at Trent University, Peterborough.

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Enjikendaasang Learning Centre Literacy and Essential Skills Program The Nine Essential Skills This is one of the various programs offered through our Education Department of the • Reading Text . • Document Use What is literacy? • Numeracy Literacy Skills help people to take part in further education and training, as well as to fi nd • Writing and keep jobs. Literacy skills form the essential foundation upon which people can build • Oral Communication additional skills, and they help people become more independent. • Working with Others Components of Literacy • Continuous Learning • Family Literacy • Thinking Skills • Adult Literacy • Computer Use • Workplace Literacy Our centre comprises of 3 First Nations along the North Shore of Lake Huron. They are What are the Essential Skills? Mississauga , Serpent River and Sagamok First Nations. Mississauga First Nation address Basic or Essential Skills are the skills needed for work, learning and is 148 Village Road, downstairs from the Library, Serpent River First Nation is located at life. They provide the foundation for learning all other skills and enable the newly renovated Resource Centre and Sagamok is at the newly Renovated Waawaas- people to evolve when their jobs adapt to work place change. noode Adult Learning Centre. December 2010 Anishinabek News Page 23

Bush REVIEWS By Joyce Atcheson Buddies Strategist Pills that Afraid to begins assassinated can kill try suicide – Charles Hebert, Bagone-gii- Terrifying in its Two children, zhig the Younger, a husband, home, citizen of Dokis First Nation, truth, reading this Hole-in-the-Day, housekeeping, has published his first children's book may save your son of Chief friends and her du- book in the six-part “Bush Bud- life. Bagone-giizhig ties to them keep dies” series called “A Christmas A healthy, hap- the Elder was a her from having for Friends”. py Vanessa Young, The story about friends like charismatic in- 15-year-old daugh- time to commit Wilber D. Moose, Orson the fluential chief ter of federal poli- suicide. Bear, Lewis the Beaver (born in in what is now Minnesota, who tician Terence H. Placed in an orphanage after the death of her captivity) will appeal to those lived hard, died young, and acted Young, died March 2000, follow- mother, the heroine tells her sto- aged 5 to 95. to ensure good before consulting ing inappropriate prescribing of “I’ve told the story to all other Ojibwe chiefs. Prepulsid, a drug that had never ry from the first person and we ages,” says Hebert of the tale He was assassinated by his been properly tested or designed never know her name. that he started telling in 1987. “I own people but Anton Trueur’s for use in children. She can pass as white with her blond hair while her siblings didn’t start illustrating the book research shows they were paid Young’s book, Death by Pre- are dark and is adopted into to an until 1992.” by white and mixed blood men scription, chronicles his research Hebert says that “A Christmas who wished to take control from findings and his frustrations in abusive non-Native home. for Friends” will be published in Hole-in-the-Day and alter the dealing with our health system, a There the mother undermines every thought and action so that Anishinaabemowin and French lands and resources for their system controlled by big money. she is taught to be afraid to fail, in the new year. benefit. He learned drug-related deaths A Christmas for Friends, $15, Hole-in-the-Day was a su- involve many: doctors, pharma- afraid to live imperfectly and 24 Pages, ISBN 978-1-4269- preme strategist who used fear, cists, drug companies’ secretive can’t commit to suicide in case rumour, internal and external she fails. 1034-0 can be ordered online at Charles Hebert with his ethics and marketing practices, conflicts and manipulation in his This book highlights the de- www.trafford.com or e-mail or- first Bush Buddies book "A Health Canada for failing to scru- dealings with white settlers, gov- spair, the turmoil of responsibili- [email protected]. Christmas for Friends". tinize drugs for safety, and politi- ernment, mixed-blood traders, cians and bureaucrats receiving ties and the tapes we hear when and warring Indian tribes. drug money who accept unsafe we don’t believe we have a right The Assassination of Hole practices. to life. in the Day – Anton Treuer (Bo- Death by Prescription – Ter- Wings of Glass – AmberLee realis Books, St Paul, MN; 2011; ence H. Young (Key Porter Books, Kolson (Theytus Books, Pen- ConsiderConsider youryour FutureFuture atat ...... ISBN 978-0-87351-779-9 cloth; Toronto, ON; 2009; ISBN 978-1- ticton, BC; 2010; ISBN 978-1- 978-0-87351-801-7 e-book; 296 55263-825-5, 374 pages $32.95) 894778-86-2, 262 pages $18.00) pages $25.95) The University of WESTERN ONTARIO BRILLIANT MINDS. Explore this unique opportunity created specifically for PROMISING FUTURE. Indigenous students! You are encouraged to apply to the... AGOOD LIFE. 27 degrees and programs to start Access Transition Program your future, including: Nursing Indigenous Environmental Science Business Administration The program is offered to students in the faculties of Health Forensic Science Science, Science, and Social Science. Each program offers you enriched academic and personal support and all Health Science A.T.P. students receive a $1,000 bursary from Suncor Energy.

Contact the following for information on: For information on how to apply contact: Admissions and Recruitment - Adam Hopkins [email protected] 705-748-1011 x 7949 Indigenous Services, Indigenous Student Services - Joeann Argue Student Development Services, [email protected] 705-748-1011 x 7612 The University of Western Ontario, London, ON Toll-free: 888-661-4095 www.trentu.ca/indigenous Local phone: 519-661-4095 www.sds.uwo.ca/Indigenous E-mail: [email protected] Page 24 Anishinabek News December 2010

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