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,'(i IIIII l Ilu ll ll H O 3 3286 54264591 2 =4- t Ha $hilth-Sa Canada's Oldest First Nation's Newspaper - Serving Nuu -chah- nulth -aht since 1974 Canadian Publications Mail Product Vol. 30 - No. 13 - July 3, 2003 haaÑista "Interesting News" Sales Agreement No. 40047776 Governments halt negotiations as Nuu- chah -nulth launch lawsuit I By David Wiwchar court action should help us gain recogni- Southern Region Reporter tion of our title and rights to earn a living from the harvest of our sea resources," he said. Port Alberni - Ten Nuu -chah -nulth First and B.C. Nation have filed an action against Canada have said they will not negotiate with any First Canada and British Columbia in the treaties Nation who launches legal B.C. Supreme Court asserting rights to action against them. Nuu sell fish they catch in their territories. -chah -nulth leaders believe that on- going treaty negotiations should not be In a Writ of Summons filed June 19th, the ten (Ahousaht, affected, according to Canada and B.C.'s Ditidaht, Ehattesaht, Hesquiaht, position that any commercial fishery Hupacasath, Mowachaht/Muchalaht, agreement will not be in treaties, but will be Nuchatlaht, Pacheedaht, Tla- o- qui -aht outside of treaties in "harvest agree- and Tseshaht) seek declarations confirm- ments". ing that they have Aboriginal rights to "Since Canada and B.C. have decided without fish commercially and Aboriginal title to Nuu -chah -nulth agreement that First Nations treaties will not contain the their traditional fishing grounds. , ability to earn a living from the sea Ten Nuu- chah -nulth First resources, the Nuu -chah -nulth legal action should not affect our treaty negoti- Nations have filed an action ations," said Atleo. "We have extensive against Canada and British research that meets the tests that previous Columbia in the B.C. Supreme court decisions have laid out proving Court asserting rights to sell fish Nuu -chah -nulth title and rights." they catch in their territories. Nuu -chah -nulth First Nations have been preparing this litigation for years, and Contrary to the views expressed recent- unfortunately have decided that it is their ly in a report by the House of Commons only course of action to establish Nuu - B.C. Lieutenant -Governor Iona Campagnolo presents fisheries committee and by a Provincial chah -nulth Ha'wiih Title and Rights to Debra Foxcroft with the prestigious Order of British Columbia. Court judge in Campbell River, Nuu - fisheries resources," he said. chah -nulth people feel they've been The initial reaction from governments Foxcroft receives Order of B.C. squeezed out of the present -day com- was to pull their staff from scheduled mercial fisheries, and have been forced meetings. Federal representatives termi- By David Wiwchar years of work leading to advancements to go to court to ensure fair access to a nated a fisheries treaty meeting after Southern Region Reporter in Aboriginal child welfare. As a con- resource that has always sustained their being informed by Nuu -chah -nulth of the sultant and chair of the Vancouver communities (see related article on page litigation. A governance working group Victoria - At a lavish ceremony at Island Aboriginal Transition Team, she 4). meeting scheduled for June 26 was can- Government House, Tseshaht's Debra M. is spearheading a new model of child celled. Foxcroft became the first Nuu -chah- welfare. Foxcroft developed and direct- "Nuu -chah -nulth First Nations "BC will not be attending the nulth -aht member of the prestigious ed the first delegated First Nations child have been preparing this litiga- Governance WG meeting scheduled for Order of British Columbia. and family service in British Columbia, tomorrow in Port Alberni as a result of serving the Nuu -chah -Nulth Tribal tion for years, and unfortunately Presented with the award by Lieutenant - the recent writ being served on the Governor Iona Campagnolo and BC Council. have decided that it is their only Province by the 10 NCN First Nations," Premier Gordon Campbell, Foxcroft was Foxcroft co- ordinated a valuable Indian course of action to establish Nuu - BC negotiator Heinz Dyck wrote to one of 14 recipients this year, joining Child and Family Services Standards chah -nulth Ha'wiih Title and Shawn Atleo and Cliff Atleo Jr. via e- 199 members presented with the honour Project on culturally appropriate stan- Rights to fisheries resources," mail. "In addition, our attendance at any since its inception in 1989. dards, which has been used nationwide. said Cliff Atleo Sr.. future meetings scheduled with any of She chaired the First Nations Summit these NCN FNs cannot be confirmed at At a lavish ceremony at Child Welfare Committee for nine this years, providing strong leadership and According to NTC Central Region Co- time (but not necessarily cancelled Government House, Tseshaht's either) as we review negotiating on behalf of the Chiefs chair Shawn Atleo, litigation was how this litigation Debra M. Foxcroft became the impacts our involvement in treaty negoti- engaged in the treaty process. launched only after all other options had first Nuu -chah- nulth -aht member been exhausted. ations," he said. "Also, we will be "It's a real honour and it's quite emo- of the prestigious Order of tional," said Foxcroft. "When you do "We have been trying to negotiate fish- reviewing all existing TRMs and British Columbia. the work you don't think about the pos- eries for over eight years at the treaty Economic Measures we have with the sibility of recognition. But it's nice to table, and it's obvious that the govern- NTC and these NCN First Nations, as well as the "You have broadly shared the gift receive some kind of recognition that ment is not taking the rights and title of proposals for new TRMs. We of lets know your Nuu -chah -nulth Ha'wiih seriously given are taking the same approach with the self to the benefit of all British you efforts have been Ditidaht/Pacheedaht said in her noticed, and all the hard work over the the 2001 Agreement -in- principle offer to and Hupacasath Columbians," Campagnolo years have paid off," she said. Nuu -chah -nulth and other recent offers treaty tables," said Dyck. "To be clear, address to the recipients. "You have we have not suspended brought distinction to chosen field, "Debra Foxcroft has been remarkable to other First Nations in B.C.," said treaty negotia- your tions," he said. and are among the best our province and in restoring peace, balance, and harmo- Atleo. "Nuu -chah -nulth people have a "We our peoples have to ny not only to Nuu -chah -nulth but to all right to make a living from their sea haven't suspended negotiations; we offer," she said. Foxcroft was recognized for her 30 resources and have always done so. This continued on page 4 continued on page 3

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! Page 2 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - July 3, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - July 3, 2003 - Page 3 HaShithSa newspaper is Maa hosts Info published by the .Not- chah -mhhh LETTERS and KLECO'S -nulth Session Tribal Courted for distribution to HaShihhSa will include letters received from Its readers. All letters MUST be By David Wiwchar ured, but 51% of their govemment has the members of the fourteen Atar- signed by the writer and hase the writer's name. address & phone number on it.. Southern Region Reporter to be elected," said Watts. "Each First withheld ,Inonymou.s submissions will non be accept Nation will have their own constitution chah-nulth First Nations as well as Names can be by request. Pon Alberni - Representatives from the which, like the Canadian Constitution, is other interested groups and individ- - T We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, gram- governments of Canada, B.C., and the the highest law in the land and is very uals. Information & original work mar and good taste. We will definitely not publish letters dealing with tribal or five Maa -nulm First Nations were on hard to change," he said. contained in this newspaper is personal disputes or issues that are critical of Nuu- chah -nulth individuals or hand last Thursday to answer questions Watts also spoke on taxation issues, i:=Ivk.. may not be repro- ` copyright and groups. and discuss the benefits of a proposed saying tax exemptions will be phased out after a final agreement is signed and duced without written permission All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the Agreement- in-principle (AIP). the federal Indian A t no longer ,? from: writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the Nua- applies i- ~ to Maa -nulth members, lain tax revenue 3 .0 Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council chaes nuhh Tribal Council or its member First Nations. Representatives from the govern- rORNI1116- collected from Maa -nulth members will P.O. Box 1383, ments of Canada, B.C,, and the M go back into their community through a I,i "4 B.C. five Maa -nulth First Nations Port Alberni, revenue-sharing arrangement. were on hand last Thursday to V9Y 7M2. Feature Elder: Barney Williams Sr. Watts also said Aboriginal Rights within tk i Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 answer questions and discuss the Maa -nulth traditional territories would , Fax: (250) 723 -0463 By Ruth Ogilvie tight to benefits of a proposed remain intact and that non -Native people keep their Negotiators answer questions Web page: navwnuuchahnulth.otg Ha- Shilth -So Reporter Agreement -in- principle (AIP). formerly married to Maa nulth members on the Maa -ninth A.I.P. for the 30 peo- children at would be eliminated from having rights ple who attended the public information session al Echo Centre, with home," he -' under a Maa -nulth treaty. Watts also said 30 people attended the public informa- most from 2003 Subscription rates: The NCN First Nations Advisory Board being the federal or provincial government, Maa -ninth / \ said. tion session at Echo Centre, with most them would be no abilities to transfer in- was organized to push the federal gov- Nations, or local governments. $30.00 per year in Canada & $35. Fouler ernment to change policies in First being from the federal or provincial and-out of Maa -nulth Nation d a /year U.S.A. and $40. /year foreign Tofino Nations education. The first step for the government, Maa -ninth Nations, or local final agreement, and there would be no countries. Payable to the Nuuchah- MLA, Foxcroft receives award ... continued from page I NCN Board was to stop the government governments. central form of govemment as all the nulth Tribal Council. Howard power would lie within the individual from sending their children away to Kyuquot/ Cheklesaht negotiator George Aboriginal people in BC," said r McDiarmid attend school. In 1974, after the closing Watts gave an overview the AIP communities. Campbell. "She has inspired new -par got Barney Manager / Editor, of Christie Residential School, the newly which is being discussed with- T think there will be a hell of a lot lives for children and a more par- a spot on Southern Region Reporter formed NCN First Nations Advisory in Maa -nulth member communities. more opportunities after treaty than we are future for all First Nations chil- TV in David Wiwchar Board secured 1.25 million from the fed- 'The land offer is less than we would have now," said Watts. dren in B.C. added Campagnolo. d Victoria to (250) 724-5757 eral government to purchase 40 acres of have gotten under the Pre -emption Act, "We'll have a greater ability to generate Foxcron was one of three speak to the Fax: (250) 723 -0463 land on what is now known as Tin Wis but it's fart," said Watts, who went on to wealth, and govern ourselves to our Aboriginal inductors for 2003, join- public [email protected] Guest Resort. The land purchased by the speak about the fisheries agreement. advantage," added ltso of -abet Chief ing 510:10 leader Dr. Rose Charlie about the NCN First Nations Advisory Board was "It's a sliding scale agreement that pro- Negotiator Robert Dennis. and Haider artist lames (Jim) Ilan. situation "I Administration Assistant needed to build a Youth Hostel for Nuu - sides more fish when the runs are Other inductees included Vancouver was on the Annie Watts chah-nulth children who wanted to strong, and less when it's weak," he "I think there will he a hell of a Canucks' Trevor Linden, Vancouver TV saying (250) 724-5757 attend the newly built Waken -sh said. lot more opportunities after 2010 Olympic bid chairman lack that we Fax: (250) 723-0463 School in Tofino. Chairman of the According to Watts, the Maa -nulth treaty than we have now," said Poole, scientists and innovator Dr. want this hashilth@nu chuhnulth.org Board, Barney Williams Sr. explained Nation will share $74.75 million, and Geoffrey Ballard, and Victoria poet hostel to be Kyuquot/ Cheklesaht negotiator that the land is pan of Tla- o- qui -aht terri- will re-pay a 83 -4 million negotiation P K. Page. built George Watts. tory. "It was always Tla- o- qui -aht terrine loan through an innovative revenue. More than 250 people attended the Central Region Reporter "We'll have a greater ability to because were stuck for where we are said we don't want it. We wanted sharing arrangement rather than over a ceremony at Govemment House, Denise Ambrose ry, called Tin Wis and our people lived there during the summer time. Tin Wis going to put the kids," he said. "The par- something that would comfort the set repayment period like in the Plisse* generate wealth, and govern our- which is the highlight of the (250) 725 -2120 - Fax: (250) 725 -2110 Ile means Calm Beach," he said. It was not ents want their kids to be here at the kids, not comfort our spending," said Agreement. selves to our advantage," added Lieutenant Governors annual social seasrren @nuuchahnuith.org until later that it was known as West Coast" This news byte generated a Barney. The commissioner approved Local government representatives asked lulu- n'ahl Chief Negotiator calendar. Mackenzie's Beach. "Once we got this lot of public empathy and interest, Tla- o- qui -aht the full size auditorium. questions about self-government, and Robert Dennis. In the ornate grand hall decorated Northern Region Reporter acreage of land, we asked Bobby including a quick response from In the end the NCN closed the Youth were told that some self- govemmmt 'th crystal h d l' b red Brian Tate Chretim. "After that right away we got a (Mackenzie) if we could get 500 feet Hostel in 1980 because children were powers would be in the treaty, but most Negotiators have been meeting with carpets below. and windows offering (250) 283 -2012 - Fax (250) 283 -7339 letter from the government and the DIA would in a the Victoria more of water frontage over to their able to travel more easily to get to ere be outside the treaty self - members of their m well as panoramic views of hhenaa sour hohsulrh ,an, saying they approved the amount of government agreement. peninsula, Campagnolo described place and in place we would give them school and therefore able to live in members of the public for the s past few $1.25 million for the building of the hos- can choose he the lots up to the highway on one side of the their own unities. Wickanninish "First Nations for them- weeks, and hope to begin final agree- honour of province's highest Audio / Video Technician tel and purchasing of the land The pro- road. Instead they gave us 800 feet of School continues to be used by the selves how their governments are stew ment negotiations in August. awardward for outstanding achievement 2003 Aboriginal inductees Dr. Mike Watts peal was approved and the land was water frontage for the kids." children and families of the local "Ow Order of British Columbia allows Rose Charlie, James (Jim) Hart, (250) 724-5757 purchased. The NCN First Nations Advisory Board Tofino communities and Tlao- qui -aht all of us to recognize our highest aches Foxcroft. Fax: (250) 723 -0463 The NCN First Nations Advisory Board and Debra was one of the first in BC. Barney now leases the land to the Best ers and outstanding contributors to the mwans@ru hahnulth.org explained the need for NCN to take can- also obtained $900 thousand from the you for your commitment your Western Resort while maintaining the strengthening of our province," said trot their children's education. "We federal government for the Wickanninish quest for a brighter future ford our of name Tin Wis. Campagnolo. 'The Order of British School. children attended this school, traditional province. Thank you" lost our culture because the residential All Columbia is one way of saying thank Bamey Williams Sr. and Mary Hayes schools didn't recognize our culture, First Nations and non -First Nations DEADLINE: of the Tla- o-qui -aht Nation would especially the religious people," he said. alike. An auditorium was given to the Please note that the deadline for submis- like to thank those people involved "This was hard on First Nations became people of Tofino by the Da- o- qui -aht sions for our next issue is 4:30 pm on with the negotiation for the land and they had to start to re-learn their culture Nation to be a pan of the newly -built Thurs, July II, 2003. After that date, creation of the hostel. They would and they're still teaming today. I didn't Wickanninish School. material submitted A judged appro.. to lose my language because I was too big "That was a good gesture," Barney says like commend them for their dedi- ate be e'd cannot elan placement of the Tla- o- qui -aht nation. cation and commitment to changing when I went to school. 1 still have my but, if still relevant, will be included in language but lots of them lost their lan- Later, the NCN First Nations Advisory education policies and paving a path the following issue. guage," he said. Board negotiated for another auditorium towards better education for Nuu - In an ideal world, submissions would be Then head of the Department of Indian that would provide recreation for NCN chah-nulth children today. typed, rather than hand -written. Affairs (DIA), Jean Clarice rejected the children. The Indian Commissioner in First Nations Advisory Board mem- Articles can beset. by e-mail to idea of the hostel, claiming NCN chil- Vancouver said that they would give Tla- bers were: Mary Hayes and Barney hashilth @nuuchabnulth.org 'I dren could board with non -First Nations o-qui-aht cement pad. "I said no way, Williams Sr. qui -aht), Alec (Windows PC). (Tlao- families in places like Kamloops and how are our kids going to play on the Submitted pictures must include a Mushy (Uctuelet), Louie Frank Vancouver The NCN First Nations cement when it's pouring rainy and brief description of subject(s) and a (Ahousaht), Joe Tom (Hesquiaht), Advisory Board argued children moving windy?" The Indian Commissioner return address. Pictures with no return Rose Michael (Nuchatlaht), Christine to attend school in homes that were non- then offered to put a roof on the -nulth Tribal Council address will remain on file. Allow 2 - 4 John (Kyuquot), Irene Leo (Kyuquot), Nuu- chah First Nations would not be conducive to cement pad. Barney said, "No way, the weeks for return. Photocopied or faxed Ray Williams (Yuman). Pat Chanleson learning about or participating in their wind will still blow through and the N photographs gamin be accepted. and Nelson Keitlah were members for Saar own culture. They also argued that it was kids will get chilly and get pneumo- Toll Free Number L a short time. Foxeroft's daughters Dawn and Kelly, and many other family mem- not good for the community as a whole, nia." He went to Pon Alberni to see COVERAGE: First Nation architect Bob Francis to !louse in Victoria to witness the lavish First Nations and non -First Nations alike, bers traveled Government Although we would like to be able to what kind of auditoriums there were. (Ojibwa) was hued to build the hos- to have the children separated for their Order of British Columbia induction ceremonies. cover all stories and events we will only After viewing different sires of audito- tel. Vern Kruse was one of Barney's school years and then reintroduced back tams and deciding the larger one best 1- 877 -1131 so -677 do subject to: advisors. Vern worked in DIA's eco- into the Tofu. community. Without suited their needs, Bamey held a meet- nomic development department and establishing those childhood relation- Upcoming Meetings Sufficient advance notice addressed ing with the NCN First Nations now ships the people foresaw problems for was able to provide information on Nuu -chah -nulth leadership have specifically to Ha- Shilth-So. Advisory Board and the Indian the inner workings of DIA. a - Reporter's availability at the time of the Tofino community as a whole. established toll free number to Meeting Date Place Commissioner. The commissioner had Barney is grateful to these people for the event. Barney persisted, explaining it wasn't assist membership with any ques- Victoria the smaller auditorium's blueprint in and their in Treaty Planning July 3-4 - Editorial space available in the paper right for the children to go miles away to their diligence strength his hand. "I took the thing (paper) and tions they may have regarding treaty 1961 Douglas Street - Editorial deadlines being adhered to school. "Nuuchah -nulth parents have the supporting the young people of our Traveller's Inn City Centre, threw it in the comer," Bamey said. "I by contributors. nations. related business. (next to White Spot Restaurant) Page 4 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - July 3, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - July 3, 2003 - Page 5 11 Nuu- chah -nulth loss of Fisheries Access Nuu- chah -nulth attend world's largest seafood Fisheries - cä- cä -tuk exposition By Roy Alexander salmon species were slowly and sys- and awe of delegates when they arrived with various products from Nuu

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From Larry, Ang Happy 14th Birthday to our Happy Father's Day to my Grandpa ly. my succor in both this world and the diate family. I really miss you and I love Thy mercy to me is my healing and of lane a whole 14yrs, I miss &love you and William. Mike, Uncle Steve, brother -in -law July 5 - to my cousin Wesley daughter Claudine Nadine Smith on July world to come. Thou, verily, an the Alt -Bountiful, the All-Knowing, the n, also to Sugar Adair & Parker Mack you so much. Samantha is in VYC Birthday to you cousin Belated Happy Father's Day to 7. Love Mom and Dad Jess Mack and Marcus Mckey Jr, my friend Lyle Thomas Jr Happy on the 18th hope you guys had a good Centre and she is accomplishing a lot in All -Wise. - Bahá'u'liáh Virgil Frank, we hope you enjoy your your sister and brothers. Also Happy Williams, and last but definitely not all the way in Victoria hope that you had 1 there. Very active into sports, doing arts one. Also to my number daughter day Dad. Me and Mammy hope you least my Hun -Fun Dan Maclntyre. a good one and I am thinking of you. 4th; M. Amy -Rose Thomas June 26th a and crafts, doing her education. She is a Birthday to Curtis M. - lord - on big liked your gift that we got you. Thank From Erica. Many more Ira come there holey' Love Abdul -Bahá, The Bahá'i Faith 24 yrs you. 98% student an "A -" student. I 71h 14W; old Iron going to miss you for being the best Daddy out there to personal- karate W. -9th; Colleen - I would like to say Happy from your cousin Carol Mattersdorfer Congrad to lodi Shears on your bundle ly met her teachers and went and had a inc. We thank you for always being Shelly Mack - 18th; Tracy S. - 19th; Daddy's Day to my daddy - Dan and family. tour of the facilities. I am a very content there for us. Love always, your son Maclntyre!! I lave you daddy!! Love We would like to extend b -day you Cheri S. 22nd; and Gidion S. 26ík. mother now, knowing she is in a safe Flower Shop Welcome baby from your one and only baby Alissa shout outs to Parker, Sugar, I ala. Taylors Corby Frank and Ilene George. From Jessie E. Mack and family. place and an excellent staff at VYCC :Timothy Andrew Belated Happy Father's Day to Maclntyre Tom. Connie Charlie uncle frank! Happy Congratulations to my stu- 3020 3rd Avenue thanks to them all for their help for my would also like to wish birthday to you all, the hope you have a yH William Massa. my Grandpa Dad Wayne George Sr., we dents: Lillian, Felix Jr., Thomas, We precious, beautiful daughter. Samantha, great one! From Frea, Daniel, Kalvin & Pon Alberni, B.C. bom June 12, love you and hope you enjoy your day, Kayser, Jayne that graduated from Winnie Campbell a happy 3rd birthday I miss you today, tomorrow and yester- Shanny. 2A5 2003 at 11:07 we made extra special with your new the Head Start, 1'11 miss you next on July 8, we hope you have a great day V9Y day and always. Until then take care of Her¢ krnfupress TAdao in Victoria. Grandson in this world. Love always year, just stay strong and have fun In and take care, we miss you girl!! And Happy 30th Birthday yourself and each other. Bless you Weddings Plush Animals Olalduide, ,A healthy Il lbs 6 Corby Frank, your Baby Earl George, kindergarten next year! From your we'd like to wish Marcus Mickey III a VS0 Personalized daughter for you are a gift full of many to NTC Treaty Manager Jameson, Wayne Jr., Ilene and Virgil. delb.¢ry oz and 21.5 inch- teacher Jessie E. Mack,. 1st birthday!!! On July Mostercord Silk Trees Flowers surprises. Most of all I love hugging and very big happy Cliff hiloo Jr. from everyone +! Congratulations to our brother Belated Happy Father's Day to This is to my children. I want kissing you and telling you I love you. 2. We love you Jr., enjoy your big day!! Lois q /g! eve my Grandpa Dave Frank Sr., halm. at Ha- Shilth -Sa, the treaty Trent, sister Jessica, and especially to Love always Mom -Carol, dad. Don and to congratulate all of them for advancing Love Auntie Erica, Uncle Dan, great day Grandpa Dave. Love always "big brother" I halm, With Lots of your gorgeous Nicholas and in school: Cary D. - my son wow Grandma Sim. and your favortest department, and NTC. 723-6201 our Grandson Corby Frank.. brothers Phone, 4/1 Way to go son. I hope love, Barb, Dan, Marc, Danielle, and Frederick. Your beautiful sisters Jessica ADSS next year. cousin Alissa. Happy belated birthday to you to school. Iam elef)or Trevor - Punk, Anna, Alex Jr., and and baby Dawn Mattersdorfer. enjoy going high 1- 800 -287 -9961 Parker Mack o lune 18, 2003. Where Ricky - Brent. Happy Birthday to my proud of you. I love you son. Love f Page 16 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - July 3, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - July 3, 2003 - Page 17 Attention Nuu -chah -nulth membership... PAFC NEWS to 2 p.m Times for Wednesday's car Career Opportunities - q "i- cah- to -mis wash have not yet been set. The youth Please notify your First Nation if you have any events that happen in Well, here we are at the beginning of your Ilk such as Marriage, Divorce, Birth, Death, Name Change and dance this month is on July 25th, from The is seeking a Chief summer. Children and Youth are out of Negotiator. especially "Transfers". 9pm to midnight. Them will be no drop - school and just itching to get started on We will be moving forward in the final stage of treaty negotia- Submitting these documents to the Nuu -chap -nulth Tribal Council office on July 28d, 3rd, Ion. or 19th. summer holidays, while parents are Terms Is just as important as submitting these documents to your First Nation. Otherwise, drop-in times are as normal. tions. For the of Reference for this position, please call scrambling to find something for them Being on the D.I.A. list does not mean you are on your First Nation's Also, just a reminder that the Tlu -Pilch or email the Treaty Office at (250) 726 -2414 to do. Registry Band List, you must apply for Band Membership. games are coming up at the end of this Here at the Center we will be or email: vmundy @island.net Your First Nation needs your current address and phone number no they month and that applications for Nuu - offering many different activities for the To be considered, applications must be received no later can you regarding Treaty developments, letters and bulletins. cheh -ninth Youth Role Model arc due than, contact children. There will be activities taking and addresses are listed below for con - 4:30pm, Friday, July 18, 2003. We thank all the applicants but First Nation phone numbers your place not only at the Center, but also at by 4:30pm on July I lth. Applications Gyro, Redford school, Roger Creek Park can be picked up at NTC or at the only those selected will be contacted. Ahousaht and Blair Park Most activities take Friendship Center. For more informs. nonn about the games, contact place from I - 4 in the afternoon, with Tlu -Pilch (250) 670 -9563 - Fax: (250) 670 -9696 the exception of Thursdays w hen the April Charleson at NTC, 724 -5757. Cook Charles The Community Dinner this General Delivery Ahousaht, B.C. VOR (AO kids play ball hockey at Redford School The proud parents, Michele and Rodney Charles from 2- 4 p.m. The children will be month is on July 9th, at 4:30 p.m. would like to announce the Graduation of their oldest doing many activities like mak- different Everyone is welcome to come out to son Joshua Lee Cook -Charles. Joshua or ...aces I 1- 888 -745 -3366 - Fax: (250) 745 -3332 ing bird feeders, kites, beach scene in a this event and join ie the time of shoe. me given to him at a Potlatch in Como, 1992 by Ai1e(' bottle, smoothies sundaes, and lots ing and community spirit. his Late Great Grandmother Ethel Pearson, an elder PO Box 340 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M8 more. Them arc no activities scheduled A reminder that the Friendship i1 and Matriarch of the Musquamaw Tsawataineuk peo- Ehattesaht for Mondays. Center is looking for volunteers to help ple of Kingcome Inlet Joshua Lee will graduate June I c There will also be Family with on [ - 13, them their TAG DAYS July 2003. Joshua has been on the Honor Role every r 1-888-761-4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 Nights on July 4th, 5th. 110,, 12th, and 18th and 19th. This is a time when the quaver since grade eight "Wow!: His maternal Center money for their different Grandparents our Mickey Cook from the Namguus PO Box 59 !.(hallos. B.C. VOP 2A0 26th. Also, on July 5th from 1 to 4 p.m.. roves and As First Nations of Alert Bay - Joshua is also a member, there will be a special Family Hike services outside of local ' it Hesquiaht First Nation along the Log Train Trail. Contact businesses. If you have an hour or two and Mickey's oldest Grandson -Way total l'm to Proud of you Grandson! His Cheryl Brennan or Wally Samuel Jr. at to give, contact Cheryl Brennan at the Grandmother is the late Dona Wilson Tyndall, a Leader, a Mother and Grandmother 1 -877- 232 -1100 - Fax: (250) 670 -1102 Archaeologists Denis St. Claire and Alan McMillan hold 2500 -year the for info Center form information. - that his so greatly missed. Joshua ( Paamal) Grandparents arc Vera and Gerry Center mom anon about old obsidian biface which originated from Central Oregon but ended PO Box 2000 Tolima, B.C. VOR 2Z0 this event, 723 -8281. 8201 :there will be no events at the Charles from the Lowe Eliwha people of the Klallwa First Nation form Pot Angeles, at Tsi -shaa through trading networks. Elders activities for this month Center on these days. up Washington. Josh applied to four universities. Ile was accepted to all four but decid- Hupacasath\ First Nation would like thank ed to go the University of Hawaii and will be travelling to Hawaiian August 17, include the usual Elders Luncheon on We to every- one who came out to the Center's 2003. Both sides of his huge Families are so, so proud of you Joshua! "your whole (250) 724 -4041 - Fax: (250) 724 -1232 ADr July 15th at !Noon at the Center. Also, Archaeologists report on Aboriginal Day celebrations, and to all family lifts you up in Celebration Wnsal" We all actually wish we were going to there will be an Elden Picnic at Spout PO Box 211 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 those who donated their time, food, or ancient Tsi -shaa history Hawaii with you... be safe and expect to lots of visitors! We love you and we have to Lake from I- 4 pm on July 12th. Contact good wishes. It wens great success, and let you go because it's you turn Lastoostaoea to spread your wings and soar like an Huu- ay -aht First Nation Mike White or Cheryl Brennan for mom eagle... Love Mom and Dad, Jesse, Sam & Families. was well mended. Special Monk rya. By David 87achar Tseshaht youth and archaeology students information or if you need to be picked to the dancers from hnhuupayak, and A Special message Joshua Lee Cook Charles form his Auntie Kelly Leigh Cook... I-888-644-4555 - Fax: (250) 728 -1222 Southern Region Reporter from venous universities a excavating up, 723- -8281. a Swil Karim, for their marvelous per- midden sites on Benson Island, which is Joshua it seems like yesterday, you were our baby, with your big dark eyes and your PO Box 70 Bamfteld, B.C. VOR IBO The youth are having 2 car that use to up matter what we put on it! You were so perfect (moan... on a Tseshaht reservation the hair stick straight -no" Tsahaheh - After three years of inten- within washes this month on Saturday, July 5th Finally, the Center would like boundaries of Pacific Rim National Park then I think you are now, as a young man you tower over me and make me look very Ka:'yu:'k't'h'/Che:k'tles7et'h' sive study, a team of anthropologists 4 to congratulate ((pointy( Andrew, shoo! When you were a very few weeks old you and my Crystal helped the family and Wednesday, July 9th. Both car and archaeologists are putting the final Reserve. (250) 332 -5259 - Fax: (250) 332 -5210 Cherie Elliot, Rena Johnson. and April 4 metres, through the wont time, the loss of our Mother, Donna Wilson Tyndall, your Granny Taozolkse washes will take place at the 7- eleven at touches on a report on the ancient Digging to a depth of the Thomas on graduating from AIMS. and were to was such a brilliant Native Leader. And education was so important to her, but also Úf Tseshaht creation site. crews able collect approximately General Delivery KKyuquot, u not B.C. VOP 110 Redford and 10th, with the one on what you'll be on my Josh in Hawaii. Because of you to all the Grads in the class of 2003! 700 artifacts, including a 2500 -year old life experiences. That's Saturday starting at 12 non, and going Lead researchers Denis SL Claire and obsidian biface which originated from Granny I got to travel all over the world. I remember being younger than you and Mowachaht / Muchalaht Alan McMillan hosted a talk at Sam coo in Havana, Cuba. the airport I Central Oregon but ended up at Tsi -shaa winning an Essay Contest to a Youth Convention At Terry Dons and (Ahousaht /Tla- o- qui -aht) and Beverly Hall on June 27th to discuss some of (250) 283 -2015 - Fax: (250) 283 -2335 through trading networks. The spearhead Mimed around and ran back to Mom, but she gave me a big hug cad said "the spirit of their findings with Tseshaht members your family is always with you, and In always with you" Now Go! Later much PO Box 4595 Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO Auger (Cree /Sioux) were married on Saturday, May 24th made of volcanic rock is chipped and before releasing their final report in a later she told me she cried all the way back to Cams. Now it's your tune Joshua, I 2003 at the Italian in shaped so perfectly that you can see Hall Port Alberni. month's time. of you. Go for it Weasa, be safe. 1 love you Nuchatlaht First Nation through the smoky glass -like stone. cannot put into words how proud l an Friends and family were honoured to sham in this momentous event. According to St. Claire, the village site than thousand sockeye... Love Auntie Kelly, Crystal, Dona Lane and Tsi -shaa is one of 165 known arch.. more forty (250) 332 -5908 - Fax: (250) 332 -5907 Ray Scitcher and Barney Williams Jr. assisted the and the Seitchers in of Tsi -shoo (Benson Island) at the south- forwards logical sites in the Broken Islands, and is Jenny Leigh. the traditional ceremony, where Terry's family welcomed Bev into ern comer of the Broken Island Group, PS. I would like to thank the NTC and the Ha- Shilth -Sa staff for having a great PO Box 40 /chalks. B.C. VOP 2A0 timpani one of the larger sins al 12,500 square is he oldest archaeological site on the waiving the fee for my Nephew. I'd also like their family. metres. "Police" of holding up all Grads. and coast of Vancouver Island for all the work you put into your Yearly NTC Games. It would be Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations Their daughters, ,wont and Muhwa were flower girls and their son Cypress The project was funded by Parks to commend you v "Radio carbon tests u show a 51001 -year in Kleco, KI Coed was ring boy. Amanda Auger was the maid of honour and Bev's friends Nina, Canada, Pacific Rim National Park nice to do that here Victoria. Mom (250) 725 -3233 - Fax: (250) 725 -4233 history, which makes it one of the oldest Shannon, Samantha, and Sachem were bridesmaids. President of the Union Of Reserve, Tseshaht First Nations, Ministry sites ever found within Nuuchah -nulth Mn. and Mrs Wayne L. & Melissa M. Tate PO Box 18 Tofino, BC. VOR 2Z0 BC Indian Chiefs, Stewart Philip married the couple, making the union official. of Environment, Youth Woks Canada, Wedding Announcement: territories," mid St Clair. to announce that took place on May 30, 2003. In the seven David Dennis, Southern Region Co -Chair for NTC was Terry's best man. James and BC Heritage Trust. The final report would like their marriage Over the past three summers, St Clair years we have been together our love and understanding of each other has grown and Toquaht Nation Rampanen, John Rampann, D'arcy Cyme. James Ward and members of the will be presented to Parks Canada and and McMillan have led crews of matured. Now we have decided to love our lives together as husband and wife. (250) 726-4230 - Fax: (250) 726-4403 W'eva bast Wamor Society were there in honour of the young couple. Tseshaht in July. Marriage is a supreme sharing of experience, and an adventure in the most intimate Mr. and Mrs. Terry Dons and would like to thank all who attended for their sup- PO Box 759 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 barbecue salmon that was cooked by of human relationships. When we love wise things other people do not see. We port and their assistance to make it a truly special day. Octeese Days Natalie and Henry Jack. see beneath the surface, to the qualities in which we make our beloved special and Deco. Meegwich to Tony and Bev's parents, especially for their ongoing love lunch a group Tseshaht First Nation AO r all the events and of unique. To see with loving eyes is to know inner beauty. And, to be loved is robe and support. By Brian Tate individuals started an initiation ritual of seen and known as we are known to no other. Wayne & I (=each other, that is a Toll Free: 1- 888 -724 -1225 - Fax: (250) 724 -4385 Northern Region Reporter those have throwing individuals that not unique gift, a piece of ourselves, but a piece only we can give each other. PO Box 1218 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M1 Paul Sieber and Ms. Barb Tate wish to announce the mar- been to Octeese days before into the We would like to thank evervooe who came to join us on our special day. Thank you Kyuquo6Checklesaht -A day of wily. scan. act innocent riage of their daughter Kelita Yvonne Sieber to Donavon They would very to everyone who gave us cash donations to help us out. Thank you to the people who KESS Uchucklesaht Tribe hies for the schoolchildren of neaking up to people then pouncing on gave us special gifts. Special thanks to D. Darryl Tate and Melanie M. Fred, for Elliot Gates Jr. The wedding will take place Saturday July with was held at Octeese on July 25th, their prey then proceeding to chuck them sides, as our maid honour and best may (250) 724 -1832 - Fax: (250) 724 -1806 standing by our of friends and family from the community ocean had various other 12, 2003 at the Hupacasath House of Gathering at 1:oclock. into the They I walked down the aisle by myself, because my father is not here to give me away. participating. Them were canoe races, techniques to grabbing their victims but I like to thank my hus- PO Box 1118 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 All Family and Friends are invited to attend this celebra- "But 1 know he is aMvrvs by my side in spirit" Now, would spoon races and other even a various needless to say they had thrown quite band, Wayne, for choosing me, and giving no a great life, with five beautiful chit. tion. Bring your drums and shawls. held for fun. Everyone was tinted to few people in, including Ha- Shilth -sin Ucluelet First Nation dren. I don't know who or whew I would be without him. Bunny "Your .till the reporter Brian late. ones" I an no longer a Fred, I an very proud to say In Mn. Melissa M. Tate! (250) 726-7342 - he goes Ucluelet First Nation Members Angels appear when needed! "my gas gage didn't move" and someme lunch. On his account, nice and the morning, like 3 an and it was awe- Fax: (250)726 -7552 The will be a General Band Meeting on A million thanks to my brothers Eugene here is that money $20.00 you probably full now. I thank him from my Kean some to spend some nice quality time John, Lila Charleson, Danny lohn Sr, need it more than me. So hmmm that was we bumped with you bro, and thanks for the positive PO Box 699 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 Monday, July 7, 2003 also. Than later after court Norman Thomas and Chris John from thoughtful thanks them bro. Than we went into (keno and Lila and they gave up feed back that you shared with ate that to court, it was a lunch break and so to Dinner @ 5:00 pm, Meeting @ 6:00pm Ahousaht. This was in May when it hap- them room at Tyce for and Jessica.. night. Most of all for just listening ATTENTION ALL UCHUCKLESAHT MEMBERSHIP Jessica and were going to Zellers to shop be door prizes, those are pened. I had to go to court for our daugh- l So we were well looked after, in the my problems. Than the next morning We need names, addresses There will for in full attendance & phone numbers of all Uchucklesaht Decendenis. and Jessica picked up a pony and said ter Samantha Manersdorfer. It so hap- e after coat, I had bumped into when I got up, 1 bumped into another The Tribe has now initialled an Congratulations to the following people for winning June 2 door prizes Agreement in Principle with BC Canada Mom here is a peony it's a angel just for John 1st pened that my cousin /bro Geno was on my uncle Murray John Sr and Norman Angel my bro /cousin Christopher Now we need to hear from you! _ Benin Williams - Gift Certificate for Number One Market my the Ahousaht Pride and I nicely asked for you. We started walking and I spotted Thomas so that was nice good words of Sr., he said he was going home and I Please contact the office at: and he was sitting by Pine 2nd - Gordon Taylor Sr. - Dinner for two Mountain Boy a ride to Port Alberni, myself and Jessica. bro/coo Danny encouragement from him. Ilan lop that asked him for a ride and he didn't hesi- Phone: (250) 724-1832 Fax: (50) 724-8106 They didn't hesitate at all. We got to the Call no I went to see him, he said he was off I was sitting in my cousin Norman's tate and he was so nice, patient and out- Address: PO Box 1118, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 7L9 3rd - Vani Barney - Gift Certificate for Crow's Nest Husky Market and my bro there said my on the way to Surrey. He invited us for room and we charted until wee hours of 4th -Anita Charlie - Fruit Basket continued on next page Page 18 - Ha-Shilth-Sa - July 3, 2003 Ha-Shilth-Sa - July 3, 2003 - Page 19 Community Events Ar- ta Nlisecllaneous Klecko's - 9cekoo FOR SALE: Native designed jewellery; Priced to sell. 14 ft. X 70 ft. Princeton silver, copper, gold engraving, stone set- 1903 Mobile Home. 2 Letter to Nuu -chah -nulth fill it in our disc and Celebrations CLASSIFIEDS Bedroom, plus 12 Everyone also mentioned how strong ting. Contact Gordon Dick by phone Ft X 18 ft. addition, Located at Spot 723 -9401. Lake members and staff the Nub -chah -ninth were in keeping us Automoudc Employment Wanted/ Mobile Home Park. Can be moved, The Mickey Family would like to invite you to their Memorial SALE: Carvings for sale. If you relocated. I am venting to express my gratitude on track. When all the problems and FOR By appointment only. are interested in native carvings such as: D &M AUTOCLEAN Sets ices Offered NO to you and to pass along the gratitude resistance slowed us down and made Dinner for their late parents Charlie and Caroline Mickey on AGENTS! Phone: 724 -5290 is coffee table tops, clocks, plaques, 6" "%SLIT DO YOUR DIRTY WORK. COU -U$ CASH Need Cash between and admiration of others. This year people lose hope, Nuuchah -ninth lead. August 16th at the Athletic Hall, starting at noon. - HOUSE FOR SALE. 3 -bdrm house totems, canoes, leave message for Charlie Automobile cleaning and renewal. paydays, We loan 5100. up my 6th year working in Nuu -chah- ers brought us back to our vision and to $200, to with 3 bdrm basement suite. Close to all Mickey at 724 -8609 or c/o Box 40, CARS - TRUCKS - RV'S - BOATS. $500 dollars 100's owned and operated nulth -aht. I started when we held a the long term. Change always happens amenities. Fruit trees. 3909 -9th Ave., Q"aaq"inakeis - taaktuuta - Joey Dennis' Memorial Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 7429 Pacific Rim Highway. Common Ground conference in May slowly for awhile until it gathers speed, - by First Nations. Phone (250) 390 -9225. Pon Alberni. $95,000 Call 723 -0308. WANTED: Hide for school projects. Phone 720-2211. Or (250) 741-6070 cal. 401 Harvey 1997, where over 70 people from and than all of a sudden it molly starts Ito The family of q"aaq"inakdcisit - late Joey Dennis will be having a taktuuta HOUSE FOR SAI F to TFN member (memorial fuss) to put to rest our mourning and celebrate the life he lived! We Call Julia Landry @724 -0512 (8-4pm Road, Nutcase Bay, B.C. Nuu -chap- ninth -alit came together and mane Most people don't stick around on Esowism Reserve. Newly added 1 weekdays). SALE: 1989 Honda Civic Si, sun- Sewing,. decided to work together to manage long enough to find out! You would the Dcnnial taiga: Family invite you all to witness the ceremonies /events we FOR ANITA' ALTERATIONS: halm suite. Views of ocean & forest, BASKET WEAVING made roof, red, 5- speed. $4500 oho. 724-4383, hems, . etc Pb. aquatic resources locally. All differ- mind as all to keep working and keep have planned for this special day. Date: October 18 2003. This is an announce- NATIVE etc, 723- 8890. Info: (250) 725 -3482. by Kathy Edgar. Show case all sizes of BALK: 1 1999 Safari Van - 7 pas- SERVICE: ent kinds of people were there. Some focused -never lose faith in the Creator ment of the dale only we will be going around to various First Nations to formal- of FOR T,S,G TRUCKING Moving WANTED: Medical Equipment such as baskets. Weaving classes are held senger, excellent condition - $12,000 And Hauling, Tom people had been members of the and the moaning of hishtukish ts'awal k ly invite in a traditional manner. If you would like to suggest a good day for our Reasonable Rats. wheelchairs etc. Can be dropped off at throughout the For more informa- (ORO). Contact (250) 726-7144 or fax Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Albion, Fisheries Survival Coalition. Others You would remind on that first we'd year. the Tseshaht Band Office. 5000 Mission family to visit your Community during the summer, contact uut -stl (Rob Dennis tion phone 416-0529. Address box 863 (250) 726-2488. B.C. Phone: (250) 724 -3975. had lived in Nuu- chah- nulth -aht all crawl. then walk, then ran, and that - Road, Port Alberni. Contact Gail K. JR) Cultural coordinator Huuayaht First Nation @ Work (250) 728 -3414 or Toll 8140 York Ave. Crofton, B.C. VOR IRO. their lives and never set foot in one of someday we will learn to fly. We would FOR SALE: MotoMaster Cartop Vaunt& Advisory for Histories, Gus at 724 -1225. Free 1- 888 -644 -4555, Home (250) 724 -0169. Or Email FOR SALE: Genuine Authentic basket your towns. Many did not support a look around at the Nuu -chah -ninth Cartier. Good Condition. Offers, call Governance, and Constitutions Ú,(forming FRESH BREAD FOR SAI F,: or made e g hutrasaht first nationrhottnall com - weaving grass. Linda Edgar, phone 754- Treaty Almost all of the non -Nuu- around the table -look at the long snug- 723 -3880 governments). contact Harry Lucas. at to order, also buns & pies. Pick up or loo Seekoo - uutsii- collard coordinator H.F.N. 4462. delivery in P.A. 723 -6983. chah-nulth had never heard the word gles you have had, the personal grief and WANTED: Digital speedometer for 724-1494. BASKET WEAVING FOR SALE. S F: Beautiful Native Design hi ht k'. h is Ik. Thee was lime the has t m much -and how you were LANGUAGE CI ACMES: at FOR Hat Regalia, Baskets, Weaving 1988 Olds Cutlass Supreme. Call 723- FREE to working together, still There has been a change date Grad Dress. New condition. Size 5 -7. 724- rust in that mom, but somehow at the still committed of 9706, or 731-6222 Hupacasath Hall. Language Instructor material, specializing in Maquiana Hat 3049. end of 3 days we came out willing to able to overcome differences, still able to for Barry Wayne McCarthy (Bear) Memorial Potlatch Tat Tatoosh. Monday and Wednesday Eanings. Available to teach at confer- Will do professional bodywork and work together for the health of our hold on to teachings. Still able to be Nights. 7 pm to 9 pm. (Bring your own FOR SALE: Custom built food cart from October 25 to November 29, 2003 s and workshops. Call Julie Joseph painting. Over 10 years experience. with grill, deep fryer, sink, water pump, communities and resources. proud and fight for your place. And that pen & paper). Parenting Skills for (250) 729 -9819. Marcel Dorward (250) 7240155 and lots of storage. I owner. $6500, oho. And what a bumpy ride! We gave people inspiration, and people at the Alberni Athletic Hall, starting at 12:00 noon. Parents & Tots. Fridays from 3 -4 pm. FOR SALE: carved whale teeth, whale encountered so much resistance on our expressed a lot of gratitude and admira- We would like to acknowledge the people that came close to us in the lime of need. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. cuu Ideo. 724 -0383 bons and bear teeth. path together. It was a hard Journey. tion for that Hosts: Laura McCarthy and Johnny McCarthy Sr, Employment Wanted Edward Teams& Certified Linguist. WANTED. whale teeth, whalebones, For Sale; Flyftshers!! Hand tied Dies. but we now have the Aquatic People also mentioned your staff and /Services Offered TSAWAAYUUS: SHARE YOUR TAL- mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt All Native American made (TSeshabt). Management Board in place, and it is the Tribal Council. Of all the govern- NEED A PHONE? ENTS WITH YOUR ELDERS' trade beads. Lv, For Steve & Elsie Many styles and sacs available. a Mack Family Reunion August 30th 2003! & Bring Your Drums! arse - starting to get rolling, as vehicle for ment and non -government organizations BEEN DISCONNECTED? Volunteers required for the following: John at 604- 833 -3645 or do 0141 -720 6e James S. Rush 0717024, C.B.C.C., the Nuu- chah -nulth and other comma. we s,: worked with, the Tribal Council The Imo ihr Mack family is planning a No Deposit? Give demonamtiom Irides teach bas- St, New Westminster BC V3L3C5. 1830 Eagle Crest Way, Cal lam Bay, nines to have more say in manage- has been the easiest, most efficient, and reunin on the weekend of August 30th, No Credit? ket weaving, 00 cAc - FOR SALE: Native painting. Call Bruce RECONNECT WA, U.S.A., 98326 -9 723 ment. most enjoyable. In a world that is 2003 in Ucluelet It's been too long since No Problem! CINSTAPHONEIJ also need mhural entertainment Contact Nookemus (250) 728 -2397 In my spare time I've been trying to heavy with either bureaucracy, scandals we all together.o ether The date is now set CALL 1-866-334-6782 Darlene Dickson at 724 -5655. 8 l GENA SWAN CEDAR ARTS AND write about the journey over the last 6 disorganization, or difficult personalities, and would like eta le to Ming [heir AT 439.95 WFSTCOAST TRANSITION HOUSE P P ÇRAFTS & floral arrangements for wed- STARTING Employment %Aid/Servlm Offered years. This is the only place in the Tribal Council has been a steady drums, bong your songs and of course EMERGENCY SHELTER: For grads etc. Call 250 -723 -8819 or Canada where something like this is rock. Many times we had to lean on the bring the dancers! Volunteers for food HO aamlt Abused Women and their Children on Elegant Advantage Decorating vn" email: lad sk 58 ho[mail.wm. happening. How did it happen? How Tribal Council for support of different Y_ Y_ @ 40rO Mtn call 24 hours toll free I- 877 -726 -2020. and Catering Services and cooking% urgentlypig r required. were so many diverse groups able to kinds -technical financial administra- PORT ALBERNI TRANSITION Tinny Robinson (Home: 723 -8571 Suggestions and input greatly appreciat-ciat- James Swan- Wftoy-agnuk work together and continue to work tive, and policy not once did we HOIISF Call 724 -2223 or cell the near Margaret Robinson Home: 723 -0789 -and ed.end. Lees make this n event to reme mber? Jesse Mack please contact via email. or Traditional Ails. together? I've talked to some people have a problem. Everyone has there We also require $10.00 donation towards or you can mail we at: Gloria Mack, 65- a est local shelter or crisis center. We do all occasion, Weddings, Original paintings, carvings (small who were involved, and I thought I complaints, but there is no comparison to the cost of the event. 4061 Iarchwood Dr, Victoria, BC, V8N- Ill' 1 PI.INF FOR CHILDREN: Showers, Graduations, Banquets, totems and plaques). Wat-ssitnis' prints would pas oo some of the comments. the alternatives. We would like to gather and renew farm. 4P1. 3101234, Brunches, Dinners, "'Super Host & and a few shins available. Ph: (250) women that One thing that everyon mentioned There were lots of other comments ly ties and new family members. We need Hope to hear horn you soon! Check out WANTED: Nuwehah -mutt Food Safe Certified " "' 670 -2438, Cel: (2501 735 -0790 team was the importance of Hishtukish and praise for the Nuu- chah- nulth. Too to connect! Any members from the late and join our site for updates of the LES SAM ... would like to join my exciting of BAY CONVENIENCE Or e -mail wilayagacik @yahoo.com TOOUART walk as our guiding principle. many to list here. And I haven't listed Chief Cecil Mack our late grandmother reunion, CONST- RC (" FION Mary Kay Independent Sales, ma pyra- STORE: Open Year round! Located on Residential, Commercial please phone This beautiful concept that you have, names en though there were some mid. For more information Macoah Reserve Soars tiger available. that helps remind all these diverse people who dedicated or much to our HOORAY SIAANII Lilt you don't wish to support this move, me, )(make Brown @ (250) 385 -9906. (250) 726-8306. Shaky Mack Proprietor. AID TRAINING: Canadian Red groups to respect all things because vision. I thmk it is mom important to be you'rere the ones who I have never seen Ben nt atad FIRST MOUNTAIN BOY 120001 - FAST - I am sending my praise and gratitude to tAlwcAa-naQO Cross Certified First Aid Instructors they are cred, that we need to find grateful for the spirit that you and your at any of the away from home Treaty FOOD TAKE -OUT: 16270 Peninsula the Maanulth Group. I am really proud to Juoada coast rialto* .Anew solutions s together instead of hieing staff have shared with me and with the update Meetings, with NTC or t Laverne and Alex Frank are available to Road, Ucluelet, B.C. Pizza, Chicken, be a part of that group of people, and it's each other with our agendas, that the others I've talked with, in many different I , mach First Aid to your group, office, or really exciting to know that we are Maanulth, tea satlhae W ,E C IONS Ribs & Ice Cream. Open 7 days a week can have up to 24 health of our communities are con- ways and through many different people. In my view we are very fortunate to community. Classes from 11:30am - lion Deliveries after "MOVING AHEAD". . Mans. oxy aaa eeereLLuns.rne to each and to the health as,.( .., a0- students. Phone (250) 725 -3367 or (250) nected other Anyway, I wanted to pass that along to Vi I know all hard work put into us being have the group of people working for rwa Ing ILLS7244363 5:30pm. Tel: 726 -2221. Owners: & 726 -2604 for more information. of our resources. That there is a you- give you all something back for s, I here at this stage, and feel that we are and know that from my own expe- Joe Martin LahNrrleakpma Aawm, BC Crystal Mundy. Port LAN - thread of connection that nuts through what you have given me and others. I DUGOUT CANOES NUU- CHAR -NU LTH NATIVE A ready to move forward. I know that our rictus attending meetings there is a TRADITIONAL -Logo... FOR RENT: non -profit organization all things. Many times we had to look Cra of any ake r..UAGE: Transcribing in phonetics - for forward to continuing to work with negotiators would never ever great acme of Camaraderie with those -4iOlINarO has rooms to rent by the day, week or make any projects, personal use. mind each other to find and hold on you to nourish the spirt you've brought involved with Maanulth, and each has a ; meetings, research month. Very reasonable rates for Room & decisions that would jeopardize the well to that thread -to find something in and that now we share, Tlecko! Deck& Logs few Hourly rates. Phone Harry Lucas at 724- is a Boardroom avail- being of their people, when it comes to voice in all the discussions. canxrwsrn Board. Also, there between all of us. People had to find 5809. phone Andrew Day land. Resources, Education, Forestry, You most also he aware that The All' J GORGA able for rent For more information the courage to build a bridge across SWEEPY'S CLEANING SERVICES' Fisheries, Hnith, and more importantly signed.' written In Stone" and it's p-PAIPPp 11_N 723 -6511. the long divisions, not matter how far Thank you to Sherman and Elaine So Samantha Gus: Need some Cleaning the Future of our people. I also believe still very NEGOTIABLE. yes we 3 NII !NAIL! LAKE MOTEL: New done? time? Good and how hard he Don't have enough Lauder on behalf of me and Marlene that decisions are made with what is in will still negotiating for more, It's C. John Jr. Manager is Lucy Edgar. I can be reached And people had to have George rates. Call 7237645 or leave a message Mundy. Thank you no graciously for the VERY best inhere of their people. not ?FINAL?. that is yet much further at Office # - 250 -745 -3844, Home # 250- TawratmN An4u ern roan., @ 724-2763. Windows, dishes, vacuum. patience with those plus who were down the mad. I think that from here on picking an out of the River. You were I 745- 6610, Fax # 254745 -3295. PO Box I think if people would be more -open °"m....as slow to understand It takes awhile for .,., ing. laundry, walls, shelves, etc. them when we needed you. minded ", and really listen and hear what we really should focus on Negotiating ^,....`°e`w oa 160, Pon Alberni, BC, V9Y 7M8. some of us to understand this con- comon Custodial/ Janitorial certified. We both thank you from the bottom of has been said that you will begin to see for more TOGETHER, and Respect our ADAM INDUSTRIAL SEWING: cept -maybe it takes some experience v..s+r+ueru Commercial house keeping/ home mak- tour hearts. that this is a good thing for us. -Flax oohs" decision to go ahead. a^.e.r.aar Ceremonial Combo & Drum bags, Boat of it because it is not something you Minor Goole. ' *Arson ing certified & Food safe. Cuu; Marlene Mundy and Mark Joseph It's really quite tiring to hear those few I thank all of the Hawirb who have tops, Awnings, Custom ONes. Quality can understand just with your mind. 3adro linable oia woos GROWING THE CIRCI F COMMU- over and over saying that they never ant made the "right" decision for us to work @ the Best Price on the Island! One Nuu- chah -nulth elder once told First Nations Graphics. Specializing NICATIONS GROUP: For all your the information, move ahead with our Treaty, It says that Free estimates. Christine & Luke Any CLASSIFIEDS CONTINUED well, It's up to you as an in Native Vinyl Decals. (Custom multi media needs: video production, me, `who feels ìt, knows ill We felt you are very strong, and I admire your individual to contact the Treaty Workers, Made All Sizes). All types of Native 723.6956. re of what this concept means by Boat for sale: 1992 - 25 foot Raider. music production, CD -Rom or DVD pro- and ask questions, It's your responsibility courage, and the trust that you have in Graphics. Call Now! Celeste Jacko. Missing: Whim, toddler size Canada website design or enhancement, hl`¡CL;xng working together and sharing things. Aluminum cabin, open fore and all our `tvarriors" at Maanulth. duction, lii+zt 12.1t to attend the Treaty Meetings I have decalmakem homesiead mom or lacy with C. Little, #99" on back. We also learned about hi wiih and deck, adjustable outboat bracket tan- book publishing, public relations market- I have been to away from home meetings, (even every faith and trust in you all, brateo5(alcousidcom Jersey of sentimental value taken from a ha'hoolthee, and the obligation of tak- dem galvanized trailer- $19,900 without Email: lady ing, and training. Top quality professional at the Nuu -chah -nulth Treaty), and I and 1 thank you for your willingness to Port Alberni home. Call 724-6434 or ing care of everything in that area -all engine, $29,900 with 2001- 225 Mere productions at very reasonable rates. know that very few of the away from ensure that we will get what's best for CANOE BUILDING: Will build 724 -2935 with information. the people, all the creatures and their Optimax. Call Roger Franceur 723- Contact Randy Fred, 530 Cadogan Street, home people do show up, and yes, it is us as Ko'us, with out AIDA number.) canoe, or mach how to build canoe for habits-- everything that lives there. 4005 FOR SALE: 38 1/2 ft "C" license Nanaimo BC V9S IT4; Tel. 250-741- NootagotootoodavoNotota very dishcaOening for all those guys at have the highest respect and Gratitude anyone interested. From Beach Canoe This helped an learn mom about what BOAT FOR SALE: MV Rules - no $450.00 foot Donald Mundy (250) 0153: email. pdsfinf dims cá. Chou! Treaty, weather it's the NTC or III those of you involved with Maanulth. to 40 Motu.. Call Harry Lucas 724- 1 consensus ally means. Nuucha4 license. 40' fiberglass. Ex- freezer 720 -5841. BOARDROOMS FOR RENT: At the Maanulth. Yet the "few" people who feel Thank You; Daisy Hanson 1494. nulth had to remind us many firms roller Fully equipped. Freezer system FOR SALE: SMOKED FISH, vacuum Tseshdit Administrative Buildings, Port FOR SALE: 25' Mark 7 Zodiac. Call information call the that is how we survive in only 2 years old Harold Little (250) going. So it wean real honour to see that my own family members of my aunties packed (by the sides), bags of Upsgwee. Alberni For more Leo Manson at (250) 725 -2662 for more Tseshaht First Nations Office at (250) 724- stk 48, this world.c .Anyway. everyone I 670 -2477. and uncles children being there for me. They playa good role in my life and every Call 254724 -6341. information, 1225. RIM )))))) talked to thanked the Nuu. shah -nulth FOR SALE - 40' Ex- troller and Spring day. Gcno is a proud son for my uncle Francis and Hilda John, Danny is a proud son For sale: 2 cannon deep lines, used only FOR SALE: New & Used Barclay WANTED: Saga Sewing Machine to ./.11ND for giving us the gift of this guiding ns made to order. Call Robert Johnson for my uncle Murray and Sam lohn, Norman is a proud son for my aunt Greta one season. $400 each. 7234374 PM GRIM Ill Sound Sockeye Nets. (250) 923 -9864. buy. Please call 7244987 principle, and for reminding an to fur. Sr [ (250) 724 -4799 Charlie and late Jonathan Thomas and Chris is a proud son of my aunt Wiaie lohn m 1 20 Ha- Shilth -Sa July 3, 2003 NCECDCC. BUSINESS NEWS The Business Equity Program Sheila Schmidt says goodbye The Business Equity Program existing businesses, new business Good Luck Sheila (B.E.P.) is a partnership between the establishment and/or business acquisi- On June 27, 2003 Sheila Schmidt NEDC and Aboriginal Business tion and manufacturing. put in her last day of work for Canada (ABC) in which NEDC deliv- Manufacturing is significant because NEDC. Sheila, who has been ers the ABC Program to Vancouver First Nations artisans fall under this muting between Port Alberni and Island clients. category. They may now be able to Abbotsford for the past four months, The B.E.P. provides contributions to access the BEP under the new criteria will be making the move permanent, commercial enterprises in four service (some restrictions apply, please call joining her husband Laurie and son areas: youth entrepreneurship, inno- the NEDC office for more informa- Colin. vation, cultural and eco- tourism and tion). Sheila joined the NEDC staff in trade and market expansion. Trade and market expansion November 1999 as the Business includes all markets in excess of 100 Development Officer in our Gold The B.E.P. provides contribu- kilometres from the business. For River office. About two years later tions to commercial enterprises Vancouver Island businesses this she was relocated to the main office in four service areas: youth means that for the first time NEDC in Port Alberni and from here has entrepreneurship, innovation, can offer assistance with marketing continued to serve her clients throughout the Nuu -chah -nulth terri- nity to thank Sheila for all her hard cultural and eco- tourism and ventures both on other parts of the Island and the BC lower mainland. tory. work and dedication as well as her trade and market expansion. The youth entrepreneurship sector Sheila is known for her diligence, team spirit and loyalty. (the most expansive part of the pro- ' excellent analytical skills, knowledge Sheila we all wish you and your family Participant eligibility is limited to gram) supports young business people of financial management and her the very best and hope that you do not Canadian status and non -status First in establishment, acquisition and infectious laugh. She has been a forget your Nuu -chah -nulth friends and Nations, Inuit, Metis, associations, expansion in any business sector. valuable member of the NEDC team that you visit often. partnerships or other legal entities on and will be greatly missed. The Board of Directors and Staff of or off reserve. If you would like more informa- We would like to take this opportu- NEDC Expansion to the four focus areas means increased access and opportu- tion about the Business Equity nity for NEDC clients. Program, you can visit the ABC FINAL CALL: THE NEDC NUU- CHAH -NULTH website at or The tourism sector includes all abc -eac.ic.gc.ca LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL PROGRAM viable tourism proposals from all sec- phone the NEDC office at (250) tors of the tourism industry. ABC 724 -3131. sponsored by Primates World Relief Development Fund describes a tourism business as 'one that comprises activities of persons If you would like more information NEDC in partnership with the Primates World Relief Development travelling outside their usual environ- about the Business Equity Program, Fund is pleased to be able to offer The Nuu -chah -nulth Language and ment for leisure, business or other you can visit the ABC website at abc - Cultural Program. This program is designed to assist in the transfer and purposes.' eac.ic.gc.ca or phone the NEDC office preservation of the Nuu -chah -nulth language and culture as follows: The innovations sector includes at (250) 724 -3131. Objectives: To support short-term projects aimed at revitalizing and maintaining the Nuu -chah -nulth language and culture. Participant Eligibility: This fund is available to all Nuu -chah -nulth THE B.E.P. PROCESS tribes, individuals and companies owned by Nuu -chah -nulth tribes and individuals. PROCESS: The process for obtaining a contribution under the B.E. Program Criteria: The projects must demonstrate strategies that promote inter - is: generational transmission of language and/or build upon previous lan- 1. contact the NEDC office, with a proposed project 2. if the project appears eligible the applicant will complete an ABC state- guage and culture initiatives. Priority will be given to projects that ment of intent (SOI) demonstrate a reasonable potential for achieving tangible results or tar- 3. NEDC may conduct a credit check geted goals. Each project will be required to demonstrate that a mini- 4. the applicant will complete a business plan and submit to the NEDC mum of 25% of the total project funding will be secured from sources Business Development Officer for analysis other that the Nuu -chah -nulth Language and Cultural Fund. 5. the Business Plan is analyzed for viability, financial structure, market Timeline: All projects must be complete by March 31, 2004. plan and projections, client experience and expertise, etc. Results and/or Impacts: Projects will result and/or assist in the transfer 6. the business plan is then submitted to the NEDC approval authority and preservation of Nuu -chah -nulth language and culture. Community 7. if the contribution is approved the applicant will receive a Letter of impacts may include enhanced access to language and culture resources. Offer from NEDC REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PAYMENTS: NEDC manages the payment. The terms and conditions of pay- To 1st request for proposals your project must be ment are set in the Letter of Offer. be considered for the than 15, 2003 at 4:30 pm. 1. claims are submitted to NEDC throughout the project in the NEDC main office no later July 4. 2. each claim is reviewed to ensure it is reasonable and accurate Submit to: Mail: PO Box 1384, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2 Fax: (250) 3. the claim is then authorized by the Business Development Officer 724 -9967 4. funds are then disbursed Email: nedc @island.net PROJECT MONITORING: A project is monitored for the life of the agree- Hand deliver: 7563 Pacific Rim Highway, Port Alberni ment to ensure the client continues to meet contractual obligations and to deter- DO YOU REQUIRE FUTHER INFORMATION: contact Caledonia mine the project's success. Fred at (250) 724 -3131.

.N I Nuu -chah -nulth Economic Development Corporation 7563 Pacific Rim Highway, (next door to Tseshaht Market) Office Hours: MON - FRI: 8 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4:30 pm, SAT, SUN, & HOLIDAYS: CLOSED

The purpose of NEDC is to promote and assist the development, establishment and expansion of the business enterprises of the Tribes and Tribal members of the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council.