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` LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES CANADA (1 1 Bibliothèque et Archives Canada NJ . o R LI-a i II I II IIII IIII III IIII IIIIII IIII III III IIIIII I IIIII II IIIII IIII I I ' h) . ,r- 3 3286 54264658 9 Fän Na- Shilth Canada's Oldest First Nation's Newspaper - Serving Nuu -chah- nulth -aht since 1974 Canadian Publications Mail Product Vol. 31 - No. 8 - April 22, 2004 haaitsa "Interesting News" Sales Agreement No, 40047776 Governments fund 4. projects 411evti Hupacasath 4,'.,-'á`170' By David Wiwchar and waterfowl that frequent the estuary. Southern Region Reporter "The transformation of the site was based on a vision of a world -class forest Port Alberni - Geoff Plant, BC gallery showcasing the beauty of the Attorney General and Minister Alberni valley and celebrating the '."Ile a 4w1/2 - Responsible for Treaty Negotiations history, pride and goodwill of the came to Port Alberni earlier this month, community," said Sayers. "We're really handing out money and talking to excited because this will be a key groups interested in treaty tourism site," she said. developments. Currently, Hupacasath carver Rod Plant started by announcing $137,000 Sayers, Doug David, and a crew of in provincial funding for three apprentices will be working on a pair of Hupacasath First Nation economic welcoming poles that will be unveiled in development projects that promote job September, and landscaping and creation and business venture construction work continues on the site. opportunities. The federal government has also contributed $133,000 to the project through their Softwood Initiative and Plant announced $137,000 in 3 provincial funding for three Community Economic Adjustment Initiative, and NTC has contributed Hupacasath First Nation another $50,000. economic development projects Choo -Kwa Ventures will use its funding that promote job creation and to conduct marketing and promotional BC Attorney General and Minister Responsible for Treaty Negotiations business venture opportunities. campaigns to attract resort and hotel Geoff Plant, stands with Chief Councilor Judy Sayers at the pole clientele from around Vancouver Island, carving shed, and future site of a Hupacasath tourism center. The Hupacasath First Nation received and will be hosting a canoe race on the $92,000 towards the redevelopment of Somass River in June. the old city hall site in Port Alberni. The Hupacasath First Nation will also 'No negotiations for Another $25,000 in funding enabled a be exploring value -added seafood feasibility study on the possible product development, and will examine operation of an existing fish processing whether or not the former NTC Nuu-chah-nulth' says Plant and smoking plant, built several years Smokehouse facility could be used had a willingness to negotiate to ago and operated in the past by the again. By David Wiwchar achieve resolution." Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council. "These projects are excellent examples Southern Region Reporter Currently, the federal and provincial Funding of $20,000 was used to of innovative ways to meet development governments are involved in four final complete a marketing study of off- and job creation needs," said Plant. `By Geoff Plant, BC Attorney General and agreement negotiations: Maa -nulth, season business opportunities for Choo- planning for the long term, the Minister Responsible for Treaty Lheidli T'enneh, Sliammon and Kwa Ventures, a 100% Hupacasath- Hupacasath First Nation will ensure Negotiations says his government will Tsawwassen. owned guided cultural canoe tour sustainable growth, employment and only talk with First Nations keen on operation in 2002. economic development for the future." attaining final agreements through business that began In an interview with Ha- Shilth- "We took a year out of treaty to focus This provincial government funding is negotiation, not litigation. on economic development, and these part of $26 million allocated to 124 In an interview with Ha- Shilth -Sa last Sa last week, Plant said his are a few of the projects we've been economic development projects that week, Plant said his government will not government will 1 negotiate working on," said Hupacasath Chief promote First Nations participation in negotiate with the seven Nuu -chah -nulth -- with the seven Nuu -chah -nulth Councilor Judy Sayers. "The treaty shellfish aquaculture, tourism, forestry, Tribal Council treaty table First Nations Tribal Council treaty table First because provincial resources are being offers being made at this point are not and oil and gas sectors, as well as the Nations because provincial spent on the five Maa -Nulth Nations, sufficient, but there are incremental - 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games. resources are being spent on the .r measures we can take," she said. The Treaty Negotiations Office and the NTC Fisheries litigation. five Maa -Nulth Nations, and the One of the largest Hupacasath projects administers the funding and manages the "We're devoting a lot of time and will be a world -class tourism center on implementation of these projects to assist resources to the Maa -nulth table," said NTC Fisheries litigation. the site of the former Port Alberni City First Nations to develop the skills and Plant. "We can't be everywhere at the Hall at the foot of Johnston Road, expertise to actively and effectively same time so we have to be quite "If you have a choice between beating where close to two million people pass participate in the provincial economy. strategic with our resources and search your head against a brick wall and each year on their way to Pacific Rim The 250- member Hupacasath First for potential success stories," he said. negotiating a successful agreement, u National Park Reserve. Nation is currently involved in all "The process started a couple of years you'll take that agreement," said Plant. Current ideas involve a wedge- shaped sectors of the west coast economy from ago when we assessed our work and "The Maa -nulth Nations are well glass building with an indoor rainforest mining to forestry to fisheries to tourism successes and identified roadblocks. In advanced in final agreement gallery, theatre, restaurant, gift shop, to hydroelectric development projects. the fall of 2002 we identified six tables negotiations and are close to closure on and viewing area where people can look "We want to move forward and and focused our energies on them land selection. If we can show that final over the Somass River watching economic independence is the key," said because they had the capacity, were agreements are possible, it will build salmon, eagles, bears, and other wildlife Sayers, ready to make the tough decisions, and continued on page 3

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.1 2004 Page 2 - Hn- Shilth -Sa - April 22, Ha- Shilth -Sa - April 22, 2004 - Page 3 a- Shilth newspaper is Fraser seeks support for Federal election published by the Nun- ehnh -nnith LETTERS and KLECO'S By David Wiwchar s}'ljr Tribal Council for distribution to HaShiltsS'a will include letters received from its readers. All Inters MOIST he ViW - Southern Region Reponer the members of the twelve NTC - signed by the writer and have the writer's name, address and phone number on , Mo.b, well as it. Names can he withheld by request. dnanvmorss .submissions will not be ember First Nations as Former Torino Mayor I gargled. ALBERNI Scott Fraser is other interested groups and preparing to run in the next federal We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, individuals. Information and election, and is hoping for Nuu -chah- grammar and good taste. We will definitely not publish Inners dealing with tribal original work contained in this I nulth support. or personal disputer or Issues that are critical of Nun- chah -nulth individuals or CH newspaper is copyright anti' may Nominated to carry the NDP Rag at the grasps. recent Nanaimo- Alberni nomination not be reproduced without written All opinions expressed to letters to the editor are purely those of the Of C meeting, Fraser was endorsed by permission from, - water and will not necessarily coincide with the views or of the Nuu - Insult Tyee Ili width Bett Mack and Nun- chah -nulth Tribal ('Dined its member First Nations. chub -multi; tribal (' 'concil or Tle -o8-01 -ant Chief Councillor Moses P.O. Box 1383, Manin, and beat out candidates Jamie Port Alberni, B.C. Boy's life celebrated Brennen, Dallas Collis, and Anne V9Y 7M2. Grabowski for the official nod. ,4. ' Telephone: (250) 724-5 "As the mayor of Tamp from 1996 to Le ' 1999,1 have insight into issues of Fax: (250) 723 -0463 - at Tsow -tun Lum 0'4\ le importance to Nan -chah -north, Web page: ¡sloe nrmelrohnu and can By David Wiwchar bring those concerns to Ottawa," said Southern Region Reporter Fraser. 2003 Subscription rates: A past member of the Central Region $35.00 per year in Canada and $40. Snow- Nao -As - Close to 100 people gathered at the Board, Alberni- Clayoquot Regional of the road to Opiuit. Ahouwht. Hot year U.S.A. and $45. /year foreign Tsow -mn Le Lum Treatment Centre Gymnasium last District, Working Sound Shellfish Springs Cove. and other communities countries. Payable to the Nuu 'ohah- weekend fora special celebration fora special boy. .Ç Committee, Clayoquot Sound UNESCO up and down the coast. and! have been nulth Tribal Council. 3 -year old William Antoine Lightfoot probably won't Biosphere Reserve committee, and fighting Canada along with First remember the celebration, or the events that preceded ìt, various labour groups, Fraser is currently Nations over the divestiture of the !Stammer/ Editor, but he will undoubtedly be reminded of it throughout the (r -0 Judy Sayers, Geoff Plant, and Alberni MLA Gillian Trumper employed as Tofino Harbour Master, and dock; he said. remainder of his life. is a ]lobbyist on local fisheries and As the first Tofino Mayor to kronen,. Soother, Region Reponer "It's pretty taught negotiate and On March 23rd, only 2 weeks before his third birthday, Geoff Plant interview harbour use issues. visitsil Opitsil, Frasers initiated discussions David Wiwchar litigate at the same time, and there's a little William fell into the sacred pool at Tsow -tun Le m Fixe Nanonsjoim management (250) 724 -5757 continued from page 1, longstanding federal and provincial f Lum and drowned. Ile was discovered a Into minutes Former Tofino Mayor Scott the First Street beck. Fraser was also Pax' (250) 723.141,5 momentum at tables where we're policy to not litigate and negotiate at the later, and although he Iced corned blue, rescuers were able Fraser is preparing to run in the pan of the group that brought the n'hada {ncmorhtlhnulth rag struggling," he said. "We are spending same " said Plant. to breathe life back into the infant, who has since made a UNESCO biosphere designation to such a significant amount on other :All, But there arc a number of First Nations next federal election, and is full recovery and is as active as any 3 -year old boy can Clayoquot Sound along with an Administration Assistant discussions, there's not likely to be a around the province who are negotiating hoping for Nuu- chah -nulth be. unprecedented $12 million in funding. Annie Watts change [at the NTC Treaty Table]," he with BC and Canada, and are involved support. As he played with his brother Isaac, Siam Jocelyn, and Fraser will be battling incumbent in litigation efforts as (250) 724-5757 said.. well. many cousins and friends at the Saturday. April 17th Conservative MP Dr, lames Lonny. Fax: (2551) 703 -0463 A d'gto Celia A sera from Indian "When the federal government event, the many people who played a role in and an asyet-to- bedeclared Liberal harki erg you have a choice between and Northern Affairs, Canada does not announced its intentions to divest itself iWinuachahnuid his rescue and recovery were saluted and given gifts. "If candidate for the banana - Alberni have an actual policy dictating of the First Afters wonderful dinner, William's Nuuchah -nulth beating your head against a Street Dock (in Tofino) we constituency. Although Prime Minister negotiations be suspended if legal lobbied for them to keep the Central Region Reponer relatives from the Robinson (Ditidahl) and Thomas brick wall and negotiating a dock Paul Martin has yet to drop the writ actions are launched, but they will Mien because it is pan of the west coast Denise August (Ahousahl) families offered their thanks to the Creator for successful agreement, you'll take announcing an election. Fraser Thinks suspend negotiations if appropriate. "In highway," said Fraser. `It's not the end )2501 725-2120 - 94x: (250) 725.2110 sparing the infant's life. that agreement," the all will be made soon fora late- said Plant. some instances Canada may decide it of the road in Tofino, *New!. denire(i nuaihahnnUl, ,:a: The international celeNadon involved Coast Sabsh, it's the beginning Spring election. "We are spending such a an proceed treaty negotiations, and Nuxalk and Nuu -shah -nulth singers and dancers, significant amount on other AIP in other instances Canada may decide to optimistic approach to treaty Aboriginal rights and title and we have Northern Region Reporter including the children from HuahuuPayuk's dance suspend negotiations. It's a case -by -case negotiations, saying huge successes are an obligation to take those rights into program. discussions, there's not likely to Brian Tate decision from guidelines based on be a within reach. account when making decisions. Our :250)253- 2012 -Fax 1250) 203 -7339 change tat the NTC Treaty principles of law and principles of failure collectively to resolve hbleecSam uchahnulrh.org Table]," he said. Central Region Language Group Hosts AGM policy," she said, adding there was only "Our failure to achieve treaties Aboriginal rights and Crown rights and one se where Canada suspended title for 130 years creates uncertainty," According to Plant, the Maa -nulth has held the entire province back. Audio/ Video Technician By Denise August, negotiations because of parallel he said. "It's time to resolve the Indian ÑnIU W Nations MIAOWlouas-aht. Uchucklesaht, There are legal and moral Mike Watts Central Region Reporter litigation. "We respect NTC's options to long question. Its time to build a new Toquant, Ucluekç and reasons to achieve treaties that (250) 724-5757 ' pursue litigation, but we prefer as the relationship. The stakes arc high but Kyuquot/Chekleseth) arc "hying to drill are long overdue. We can't ignore Fax.-175:1173 -0463 Nelson - The Central Region federal government to resolve disputes we're remitted to achieving treater down to the details of which lands and rm,.arr, n neue0ahnullh erg Language Group spent the last two through negotiations. We have not Aboriginal rights and title and at tables where that is a possibility." where, self-government, fisheries, and years working together to come up suspended negotiations with Nuu -chah- we have an obligation to take Plant met with the Mae -nulth Nations. taxation issues ", while the Hupacasath nuhh. We've invited NTC to with ways to facilitate teaching Nuu - amnia those rights into account when Hupacasath and the Alberni Valley Nation is still at Stage 2, and 01110061 - negotiations of process chapters and e Chamber of Commerce during his visit DEADLINE: chah-nulth language to its non -Fluent Pacheedaht are continuing discussions. making decisions." have asked them to consider signing an t Alberni. td'd not meet thth Please note that the deadline for embers. The NTC Treaty Table First Nations abeyance agreement, and NTC has to get Tseshaht First Nation. "We didn't even bin downs for our not issue is April From informal language classes to the (Ahousaht, Ehattesaht, Hesquiaht, "We're on the verge of achieving back to us on this matter," said Asselin. know he was in town," said Tseshaht 30.2004 Alter that date. material '>e development of teaching aids, the t Mowachaht / Muchalaht, Nuchatlaln, success," Plant said in front of more Federal and Nuu-chah -nulth negotiators Chief Councilor Dave Watts. "It would aubmitted and judged appropriate, group works hard for the benefit of Tla -o-qui -apt, and TSeshaht) are than 50 local business people. "Our last met in January, and no more has have been nice to get a call so we could cannotnot bemranteed placement but our people and they showcased their involved in a lawsuit against the federal failure to achieve treaties held the meetings are scheduled at this time. discuss our negotiations with him, u still relevant, will be included in die accomplishments at an Open House and provincial governments over entire province back. There arc legal and At the Alberni Valley Chamber of considering we're the largest First idtowing issue. Aboriginal fishing rights, so oral reasons to achieve treaties that are held April 5th at Matson Commerce luncheon, Plant portrayed an Nation in the area," he said. In an ideal world, submissions would be instructors in the teaching of the Nuu - Lastly, a child's book called the negotiations have come to hall. long overdue. We can't ignore A small delegation from the typed, rather than handwritten chah -nulth language with a focus on Blue lay Story written in the Nuu - southern' region attended. Members Articles can be sent by e-mail to Me Clayoquot Sound dialect. There chah -nulth language is scheduled to of the `Barclay dialect group' Hilda rashihhra'nnurhabnmtb.nrg arc Rash cards, reference pamphlets, be published by the middle of April. Upcoming Meetings Nookemis, Denny Durocher and Windows P(). Nuu- ehah -nulth phonetic charts and Debbie Cook are waking on the Meeting Dale Place Start time Submitted pictures must include a brochures, teaching booklets (learning In the two years the Central development own resource 26 9 brief description of whitens) a of their Fisheries Meeting April Hupacasath am and colours, numbers, body part names, Region Language Group has materials and programs. 9 return address. Pictures with no alum etc.), phrase booklets, interactive Special NTC Meeting May 10 -11 Mahl Mahs am will been in existence, an impressive address remain on file Allow 2 -4 programs and much more. J weeks for return. Photocopied The Central Region Language amount of materials have been or faxed Anne Morgan says the development photographs cann.,t he accepted. Group spent the last developed. These materials are two years of the teaching CD's are nearing Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council designed to assist instructors in working together to come up completion as she proudly showed the COVERAGE: the teaching of the Nuu -chah- with ways to facilitate teaching Hoofs, Fins & Roots All The CD, Toll Free Number Although we would like to be able to Nuu -shah -nulth language to its which is to be used on personal nalth language with a focus on cover all stories and events we will only non -fluent members. features, animated Nun- the Clayoquot Sound dialect. do so whioc(ur'. computershalt -nuhh art and elders vying Nuu - 1- 877 -677 -1131 In the two years the Central Region chah -nulth names for plants and The book was written for use in - Sufficient advance notice addressed Nuu -ehah -nulth leadership have now established a toll free specifically to IlaSl0lrh -.Sa. Language Group has been in animals. A second CD called Sea and elementary schools and will be sold - Repartees availability at the time of existence, an impressive amount of Seasons teaches Nuu- chah -nulth words for approximately $12.00. number to assist membership with any then materials have been developed. These for sea creatures and words associated errh questions they may have regarding hdtbnal mac ..debt in the paper. materials arc designed the ``/.I to assist with four seasons. treaty related business. Editottel deadlines being adhered to O by c000ibvs. Plant and Tramper receive a tour of Choo -Kwa Ventures -4T

Ha- Shilth -Sa - April - Page 4 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - April 22, 2004 22, 2004 Page 5 Central Region Chiefs sign MOU with Terasen and Cowichan - cä- cä tuk Fisheries By Denise August e 1 - hi . - Central Region Reporter

First Nations discuss fisheries Torino. 4rl Ms.Mook Development srx ` J . committees related to DFO's areas of Corporation, owned by By David tYehar the Cenral responsibility, including fisheries and Region First Nations (Ahouseht, n Southern Region Reporter habitat management and oceans Hesquiahl,Tla -o-qui -ahn, Toquaht and planning and management, while taking Ucluelet) signed a Memorandum seeds a new Nuu - of Ahaswinis -Ile of the capacities and into account differing Understanding (MOU) on April 15 with chah-nulth fisheries management f The priorities of various groups. Utility Services and Khowutzun organization were planted last week at Term AAROM program will be mailable in Mustimuhw Connectors. the Hupacasath House of Gathering as areas where DFO manages the fishery. First Nations He'teiih and leaden met In a proposal put before the Nuu-chah- Ma -Monk to discuss a Nuu- chah -nulth response to Development nulth leaders, , a new Nuu -chap -nulth .zn a new federal program. Corporation signed a resource management organization fr-i-r. i 10, Memorandum of Understanding called -a- thluk- (taking care of) Matthew Lucas of MDC signed the MOU followed by Judith a Nuu -chah- Gobs of Khowutzun Mustimuhax The seeds of new would be developed. The mandate of the (MOU) on April 15 with Terasen Contractors Ltd. and Brett Hodson, President of Terasen Utility Services. nulth fisheries management organisation would expand from the Utility Services and Khowutzun sit with us while we opportunities for its were planted last emenem, to conduce our mamba Nations and Terasen Gas signed an extension of a organization government's suggestions Retiring BC MWLAP workers Judy Davis and Doug Janz were Mustimuhw Contractors. include Nuu- chah -nulth t business," he said, before concluding is involved in forestry, transportation and working agreement with Khowutern week at the Hupacasath House priorities the thanked by members of WCVIWAC for all their hard work. with a prayer chant. other businesses. According to Terasen's Contractors for work on its of Gathering as First Nations identified during regional community The MOU is an agreement that "lays natural gas Fontaine was again introduced and press release, 'the Central Tribes are distribution system n central Ha'wiih and leaders met to meetings: recognize and implement the groundwork for future opportunities thanked MDC for the welcome. Ile committed to improving their Vancouver island. o Ha'wiih title and tights implement WCVIWAC Meeting in Snuneymuxw for all parties involved and allows us to discuss a Nuu -shah -nulth praised treaty increase access to the parties to the MOU saying he communities through developing and In fact, John Seines of Terasen says agreements, By David Wwchar involvement in the commission of a participate in a multitude of business response to new federal and cognizes the importance and value of upgrading existing subdivisions, Cowichan and Terasen have, in their resources protect existing furore Southern Region Reporter large Roosevelt Elk statue to be located options with the First Nations people of program. what he is about to witness today. Ile community facilities, infrastructure and fie twelve years installed natural gas access make policy in Campbell River. central Vancouver Island," said Brett cndatio and give advice, and acknowledged the practical and homes. pipelines w Vancouver Island. Nanaimo - Bringing together people The group also agreed to send a Inner Hodson, president of Terasen Utilities In an attempt to address some of the promote sharing arrangements. economic value of industry joining in Tenor Utility Services designs, builds Cowichan, in return received assistance from across Vancouver Island interested to Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) Services. partnership with First Nations for and operates water, wastewater and in shortcomings of the Aboriginal A Council of Há wiih will be the center In short, Terasen Utilities Services (a the form of development of major in wildlife populations, the West Coast requesting toxicity tests on seal blubber positive Fisheries Strategy (AFS), the of a- of wiih change. `The Assembly of First energy systems. They assist infrastructure on their reserves and Uu- thluk. The Council Hti Vancouver Island Wildlife Advisory around Vancouver Island. There has subsidiary of Terasen Inc.), Ma -Mock Government of Canada has developed Nations offers its congratulations and communities through the development of training/skill development would work with existing and proposed Development Corporation (MDC) and for their Committee (WCVIWAC)t gathered in been some evidence that seal meat the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and management in best wishes in your future endeavors," he necessary infrastructure. saying. people. resource organizations Snuneymuxw tenitory last week. contains PCB's and other toxins, and the Khowutzun Mustimuhw Contractors said, adding, "You will be a model of `Healthy communities deed water. smear Ocean Management (AAROM) Nuu- chah -nulth Hahouithee, such astir a More than 25 people from Nuu

Thomas, John Thomas, and Heaven is where lean go and not get hurt. Ile quaintly VENTURES eto, Engieaedng was voted to Best Professional company on Vancouver bland try the Frank Williams Heaven is a beautiful place.. CHALLENGE Ile radiant Guided Central Canoe Taus business Excellence Awards Heaven is some where some of my family ìs. Be serious You are cordially invited ill participate a afea-.s IMAM Heaven can stop all your pain. Chatwin Engineering is a prow spry. of ne HuMM -nun Into Council pmt Edited by Eugene Arima, Terry Be tough 1st Heaven can keep safe forever. in the Annual Choo -Kwa Challenge, s. saver education scholarships Klokeid and Katherine Robinson Ile unanimous you Heaven can solve all your problems. which is scheduled to take place on Ile valiant lent Moray ramp ranime, 6C Vas 1Jr Ph. (2101 mom Iran' (ase) esNA59 Heaven can make people happy. Saturday June 19th, 20114 at 12:00 pm. 1- 866 - 294 -Tour These "'Gales of Extraordinary But whatever you choose to be, E-maa:MaWAnQhume.mm wenn. Mu rawer mom Heaven can save people's lives. This event will involve teams of at least Experience" detail encounters with 1 Be yourself) Heaven can put people's lives away for awhile. 6 or more people canoeing a set distance spirit- beings and other supernatural Bethany Watts By Mary -Lee Brown, Ucluelet Student, as related along the Sonless River in Port Alberni. The registration fee is $200 by the Nuu- Grade 8, School: in. Alternate chah -nulth of Vancouver Island's west On sale for $40.00 per team and each team will receive a complimentary .-shirt as well /Natta¢ "Basket Ahaoing coast as lunch during the course of the event. If you need a canoe (we do The tales were recorded primarily in For more information, Attention all 1976 -1980 Graduates of realize the problem in getting some canoes this far) to enter we do By Kathy Edgar Me area of Port Alberni between 1910 please contact: Ucluelet Secondary School have an extra "Northern Dancer" canoe for participants to use. and 1923 by the famous linguist Tseshaht Treaty Office If you could please let me know your level of participation by May Basket weaving classes are in full swing. Edward Sapir-and by his chief 5000 Mission Road - Reunion happening July 2 -4 - 14th, 2004 that would be greatly appreciated to help co- ordinate the interpreter, Time to sign up now or sign in for a refresher Alexander Thomas. Port Alberni, B.C., V9V ?All We are in the process of gathering names for our reunion. If you vent in an efficient manner. They comprise Part Igor. much Ph: 724 -4229, Fax: 724 -4245 graduated in 1976 -1980 from Ucluelet Secondary School and would Cull class. greater twelve -part collection of Toll Free: 1- 866- 724.4229 like to come to the reunion could you please contact Karen Severinson (tell Native Aaron Hamilton, Manager, Choo -Kwa Ventures For more information phone accounts known as the "Sapir - Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at Box 21, Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 or email kseverinsomehotmail.com or Thomas Nootka Texts." (250) 724 -4041 mat. 34, aarontr hupacesath.ca call 730 -0018. Thank you. Kathy at 250 -416 -0529 Page 8 - Ha- Shilth-Sa - April 22, 2004 Thomas takes over Ha- Shilth -Sa - April 22, 2004 - Page 9 Gern Sports - ?im -Cap -mis Christen Thompson goes for gold By David Irwchar at Tsawaayuus Southern Region Reporter By David /Ywchar hope this will change all of that," she With a silver medal already Region Reporter said. `I've accepted the changes that are Southern in her pocket, going to be made." 18 -year old ..6" According to Thomas, Tsawaayuus Christen Thompson has her Lai Port Alberni - Tsawaayuus (Rainbow made the changes in order to get back sights set on more medals as Gardens) Director of Care lienn Thomas to mandate Il she wrestles her way across f. has been awarded the contract to take then original of being By decertifying western Canada. over health care services at the Elder's Nuu- chah-nulth facility. Thomas says they The Grade 12 student is P.O Care facility. the union facility, r' to have more Nuu -chah- of the renowned Alberni Thomas, who has been employed by the will be able District Secondary School West Coast Native Health Care Society nulth staff and activities, while Mowachaht/Muchalaht meet with DFO (ADSS) Wrestling Team, and (WCHCS) at Tsawaayuus since its maintaining high standards of care. second option ism let him swim into a competed in the BC High By Brian Tate opening in 1992, will be in charge of Tsawmyuus will also be able to pen on his own, or third we use a tail decrease budgetary allocation to School championshipsli in Northern Region Reponer nursing and care staff as well as their rope to get him into the pens finally wages, for 87% February, where she won the housekeeping and dietary services as of staff which accounted lease him with net," said Joyce. Tsaxana - Marilyn Joyce of DFO and of last year's budge, leaving only 13% silver medal for her category. University Elite Tournament. She was "Being a sensitive topic of using the April 99' transition date. Clint Wright of the Vancouver for food, supplies, and activities. The daughter of Archie and Marsha selected to attend the Stu Hart aquaculn ro pen we have had discussions All 54 unionized staff at Tsawaayuus Aquarium met with lyre Hawiilth Mike "The history of this place is really Thompson, Christen has been wrestling Tournament in Calgary, and won three Hatchery to use one of were given layoff notices in February, with Comma important, and we still have a lot of for the past five years, and now of her five matches against peers Maquirma and his council on April 89' from said Marilyn. but were invited to re-apply for the non- Back row 1 -r: Coach Clayton Smith, Jack Johnson, Thomas Johnson, their pens," people who've been here since the competes in the women's 51 kilogram Alberta and Saskachewan. in Tsaxana to discuss issues surrounding Alter Marilyn spoke, Clint Wright 'on positions. beginning," said Thomas. "Through Daniel Ambrose, Dwight Amos, Shane Christianson, Ruby Ambrose - juvenile division. "I was really nervous before my the plans to remove Tsuux -iii (Luna) in Aquarium "The service base is not going to explained that the Vancouver volunteer. Front row 1 increased accountability and flexibility -r: Todd Amos, Daniel (Humor) Savoy, She t h.H y fl bet y gt t May have an change as we'll be hiring all certified does not want, nor do they save and a alto the we have were going to money regain Faglefeather, Isaac Paul, missing -Nigel Mark. With silver medal already in he mat has a lot to do with how "Over the past couple years a workers, but there will be a change in interest in having killer whale in their atmosphere had in to Tsuux (Luna) and that family we the her pocket, Ill -year old Christen you're going wrestle," said Christen. had discussions on iii aquarium. The aquarium only there to the rate of pay," said Thomas, whose him back to his beginning," she said. Thompson has her sights set on "Your mental state is really important the plans to move lend expertise in the moving of the Kaa -in Services company will save the GRSS Cougars thank The ocs Board will oversee all in wrestling. There's a lot mind have been pleased on the Taxa) of family and we whale. "It would take approximately one WCHCS more than $300,000 in reduced more medals as she wrestles her administration positions (Administrator, power involved, as well as technique. It work that has been done between our wages. "The residents come first. Their may across western Canada. hundred pounds of food per day to hold secretary receptionist) allows you to bring two groups," said Marilyn Joyce. "In bookkeeper, / out your him in a pen. and I am hoping someone care and quality of life is what's communities for support and Kaa -in will oversee all other aggressions," she said. "Wrestling your letter you have expressed that you or the tribe would help feed important. This is a unique facility and "I started wrestling when II was in Grade local from services and positions. The board the Cougars lost games straight and requires a lot of dedication, because the plans and I very two are opposed to food for him," said Clint. it's important we don't become just like By Brian Tate Eight," said Christen. "My older sisters him and catch consists of members: Judy Joseph. Ben were knocked out early the Cougars you have to work on all aspects of your much respect that. As people we every other place," she said. Northern Region Reporter had tried it, so I thought I'd to it too, Discussions around leading the whale David, Erma Boa. Sharon VanVnlsen, received technique and timing, but it's a great sometimes over step our boundary in Most Sportsmanlike Team of and 1 really enjoyed it." she said. down the coast arose, and it was Mena Fred, Lyman. Barbra, Pantie the tournament sport," she said. regards to wildlife." said . Marilyn. is is not going to Gold River -The Gold River Christen has placed in all of the explained that this type of removal "The service base Watts, Derek Appleton, Cindy Saida, During the past year the Cougars were Christen is planning on wrestling again Jerry lack then explains how the late Secondary School Cougars basketball tournament's she has attended so far this fraught with danger because it would change as we'll be hiring all Darleen next year as she splits her education expressed he and Watts. fundraising by doing bottle drives, held Chief Ambrose what 74 hours to lead the team would like to hank all their take approximately workers, but there to Tsawaayuus Board dances, hot dog year. She came in 18th out of 32 between ADSS and North Island would like to come back as when he certified will According sales, catering lunches, whale. In order to lead the whale you sponsors and supporters for all the help be a change In the rate of pay," chairperson Darleen Watts, forty of the and held a basketball tournament and in wrestlers at the National competition, College, cos home. "When I go home, l want to during the past basket ball season. would have to train it to follow then you former unionized staff were hired back total they raised $3000 to travel to the a win, said Thomas, whose 1(aa -in and placed 5th in the Simon Fraser me hack as Kaka Ambrose would have to entrain him and how do This year was the first season that the new and said to said Jetty. what by contractor, former various tournaments. me," "that's you do that Services company will save the GRSS has had a Jr. Boys Basketball happened, this whale showed up shortly staffing levels have been maintained. The Cougars would like to thank the "So you are going to do this regardless WCHCS more than $300,000 is team participating in any tournaments. Tournaments $300,000 savings help put a Mowachaht Muchalaht First alto his passing," said terry. "The will Nation, what..; say t yogi?" said Jetty GRSS Cougars participated in four- of are, reduced wages. new roof on the building and pay for Western Forest Products, Super Value, "This whale is not going anywhere as school tourneys and one all native Ahousaht Islanders Mens and Ladies Ball Hockey Tournament lack. Gold River Woman's Auxiliary, Gold is healthy upgrades including new tubs," said long as we are here, he and Hesitantly Marilyn Joyce responded tournament in Nanaimo. May 14-16, 2004, Maht Mahs Gym Port Alberni, B.C. More than eighty applications have Watts. "We now have the ability to do River Lions Club, and their Parents and we would like nature to take its course. Men's $350.00 entry fee, Ladies $250.00 entry fee . been submitted to Tsawaayuus by both the things we need to do for our relatives for all the help. IfI his pod shows up and he wants to go was season 1st place- Cash prim S 1000.00 based on 8 teams (men) Frustration stetted to rise from the current and hopeful employees. "We're This year the first The Cougars and their parents would he will, but let nature take its course," residents. We never lost sight of the fact MowachabbMuchalaht side and it has had a Jr. Boys la Place- Cash prize S 500.00 based on 6 teams (ladies) looking for excellence, respect, and that our residents come first" she said. that GRSS like to thank the Ahousaht's and the said levy with a heavy sigh and Sweaters and Shins for Alison etc. showed when the statement of "We more openness from our employees," Basketball team participating in billets (Curtis & Margaret Dick, Marlene have been through this process so many Concession, 50/50 draws, ratios etc. said Thomas, whose company was "I'm not here to make friends. I any tournaments. GRSS Cougars & Peter Williams) for having them. They "This whale is not going DFO, Ministries. Fish Contact: Larry Swan 250ó70 -9535 (wk), Gene Swan 250-670 -9691 (tun) Clam times with you chosen from an undisclosed number of participated in four -school would like to thank their billets in as long as we are do the work that needs to be Thomas 250 -670 -9531 (wky670 -2336 (honk Email: [email protected] anywhere Farm and while we arc bong, contractor applications. "The biggest Nanaimo (Daisy Johnson, Robin Samuel, done and I stand by our tourneys and one all native here," said Jerry Jack. documents are being signed somewhere challenge is to have an understanding Bella Campbell, and Brenda Weibe). tournament In Nanaimo. in else. Nom- can we trust you DFO? When with staff that we warn Rainbow decisions," said Board The Cougars would like to thank all Andrew David's 2nd Annual Slow Pitch Tournament Opitsaht Marilyn replied to Jerry's remarks with arc we going to be equal? When are we Gardens to be sustainable and off chairperson Darleen Watts. their chaperones Adrienne Amos, July 16, 17 & 18, 2004 at Wickaninnish Field The Cougars first tournament was in "Our first inclination was the same as going to share information properly? excellent care in a good, warm "One day I'll need those services Michelle lames. Ruby and Lance This will consist of 7 male and 3 female on field at all times. The entry fee i. Gold River and they won 2 games. They yours to let him stay, once it was When can we trust you?" she said.. and I want to know those Ambrose Thank all the supporters in the Aloof* per team. There will be trophies and cash prizes. $100.00 deposit by July then traveled to Nanaimo and played at determined that he was healthy I "You are right about one thing," said Long -time employee Bunt Cranmer fundraisers, Eva Johnson, Juanita Amos, 7, 2004 to secure spot in tournament. Please make cheque or money order payable services will he there," she said. Cedar Secondary where their record was agreed. But my concern is his safety Marilyn, "documents on Public Safety understands the philosophy well, since Ruby Ambrose. to Andrew David and mail to PO Box 18, Torino. B.C. VOR -2Z0 are being done," she said. one win and three losses. Their next and the safety of the people, you and 1 she has been a Direct Care Aid at The Cougars would like to give a Based on 14 Teams Based on 12 Teams Though the battle between the unions tournament was again in Nanaimo al know better to leave him alone but there "Although you are interested in our Tsawmyuus since its opening, and was special dunk you to Clayton Smith for and the board involved much 1st Place - $1500.00 are others that would harm him, who culture and would like to know more, the project manager for the West Coast Woodlands Secondary and again with lst Place - $1800.00 mudslinging in the local media, Watts coaching them and volunteering his time one in but with two losses. The 29d Place - $1000.00 knows if he will be accepted or not by your policy dictates to you on what to I health Care Society for eight years a week for practices. Clayton 2nd Place - $1000.00 said everyone has moved on and k twice his pod. And who knows he came do," said Cougars final school tournament was In if Mike Maqunna. prior. Smith works for WFP. 3rd Place - S 750.00 3rd Place - S 500.00 focused on the future of Tsawaayuus. Ahousaht and played two games and here as your late chief to be with you, Again the beliefs about the Killer "I'm comfortable with the transition as The Cougars would like to thank their "I'm not here to make friends. II do the offered two losses. 4th Place - $ 500.00 but he has done well by bringing us Whales and wolves being one came up there will be increased flexibility for our teachers and principal for allowing them work that needs to be done and I stand This same team also played in the B.C. for the tournament please contact Andrew David at 725-4495 closer at the table," said Marilyn. and explained and that Conner Chiefs residents and their activities," said time off of school tome to practice and To register your team by our decisions," said Watts. "One day Provincial All Native Tournament held Questions of "What if" started rise came back as either, and that essentially Crammer, who has already re- applied for Bane) to tournaments. They would also or leave message with Vickie Amos at 725 -3233 I'll need those services and 1 want to in Nanaimo where this was their first wards DFO and Vancouver Aquarium. DFO and Vancouver Aquarium are er position. "This period has been like to thank the communities of Gold know those services will be there," she ever All Native Tournament Although "What if he doesn't take to his pod, kidnapping a Chief The Mowachahtt stressful and morale has really gone and said. River Tsaxana for all the support. Northern Region Games 2004 than what?' asked Mike Magma.. Muchalaht have unfinished business down over the past few years, and I "What if he plays with boats down with Ile whale, and only when they let Hosting Tribe: Nuchatlaht there, hen what?" their tears goat a "Memorial Potlatch" August 19, 20, 21, 2004 In Oclucje Marilyn Joyce responded with, "I have will that happen. DR. JAMES LUNNEY, MP Opening ceremony starts 12:00 noon, August 19, 2004 to come ion with a planlan if he does not Regardless of the Mowachaht/ @ This is a drug and alcohol free event take s, his pod in the next couple Muchalaht distaste for the removal of NANAIMO-ALBERNI BRAKER an CO. at weeks, and the limn decision will be the Tsuux -iii (Luna), DFO and the For any questions or information, you can contact Audrey or Lydia coming from the MinimoMinistry." Vancouver Aquarium are going ahead Constituency Office: Barristers and Solicitors Nuchatlaht Tribe, P.O. Box 40, Id altos, B.C. VOP 2A0. Phone (250) "With your plans of removing the whale with their plans to reunite Lind and the fax (250) 332 -5907. Email: [email protected]. #7 - 6908 Island Hwy. North 332 -5908 or you are infringing on their religious whale. 5233 Hector Road

Nanaimo, B.C.. V9V 1P6 beliefs and they (Mowachaht/ Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), in P.O. Boa 1100, Port Alberni 1 S.O.S. SUPPORT GROUP (Survivors Of Suicide) Muchalah) have met the requirements collaboration with NOAA Fisheries (US B.C. V9V 7M1 Meets every 2nd Wednesday. Time: 7 - 9 pm. - - -1993 in documentation. Can you lay out all National Oceanic and Atmospheric Tel: 1 -B66- 390 -7550 Phonic 723.1993 Toll free 14177. 723 Location: 4917 Argyle St (KUU -US Crisis Line Business Once) 723 -1994 the options that you may have?- said Administration) announced a plan to Fax: 250 -390 -7551 Fall Have you experienced a loss due to suicide? Would you like to meet with others that Roger Dunlop of the NTC Fisheries. relocate the juvenile killer whale Tsuux - understand?Anyonc affected by suicide either personally or otherwise is invited to Personal injury litigation, including motor 'Our first option is to help him reunite t, also known as Luna, to its pod in the i Email: nanaimo @jameslunneymp.ca attend this informal support group .. session topics will vary with his pod if they go by here. Our Juan de Fuca Strait two weeks are. vehicle accident Injury claims served Website: www.jameslunneymp.ca Everyone welcome - Refreshments any questions or info call: 723 -2323 1

Page - -Sa - 22, 2004 10 Ha- Shilth April Ha- Shilth-Sa - April 22, 2004 - Page 11 Keeping kids in school Frustration over stalled of ahead of them. By Tracey Webster challenges children only one book a for Ha- Shilth-Sa Read to our day is a way to get maned. Ina short Negotiations tops talks

time, I saw a huge difference in reading Are you tired of hearing "You're child By Denise August nly one book per day to them. I told is not at the same level as the rest of the A Central Region Reponer kids, in school" from his/her teacher? myself, " I can do that. I can read Well, as a parent myself, I dreaded only ONE BOOK PER DAY to them." Term- "Our people will say to us 'you having to attend parenHteacher But I noticed quickly that I had to read got an deeper in debt this year...so interviews for my children because 1 to them when I wasn't tired or what's in our barer I don't know how knew I was going to hear that too. As hungry as sometimes they'd ask we're going to move the process. It's First Nations, we need only to look at questions, nuke comments, or flip the getting disheartening for our people," the statistics of high school drop out page, so 1 needed to have the patience. e F said Hcsquiaht treaty negotiator, Dr. rate to see the struggles our children I have been learning from the ma- t , Simon Lucas. faced the education system. And they multhni point of view some of the h will have even a bigger straggle when struggles our people face in school. , - "Our people will say to us `you ps7°?'_ they decide to go to college, as many of Although, l already felt and experienced . -Ë got us deeper in debt this I'`l-- our people have to end up re- learning it in my personal life. That is why as a i Tourism Operators vI prepare for season through adult education. parent that I decided to do something year...so what's in our future ?' at McLean Mill, and opportunities for f my children to help them have a I don't know how we're going to By David Wiwchar ., k- dovetailing First Nations cultural better opportunity then I did as an move the process. It's getting Southern Region Reporter As First Nations, we need only to tourism then men. aboriginal woman. Therefore, our ; look at the statistics of high disheartening for our people," Bruce Frank gall arppresentation ion on ` Alum inks - The Nuu- chah -nulth cultural identity and education can still said Hesquiaht treaty R1R school drop out rate to see the negotiator, Tourism Tintais' loth anniversary celebrations both be important and work together. Ahousahl Elder Stanley Sam Roundtable held its final pre- struggles our children face in the Dr. Simon Lucas. season meeting last week, updating First The fear of losing our cultural identity speaks at treaty planning meeting planned for May 1st at noon. system. Nations education through education is obvious. It is y. tourism projects happen g ri,, Nuu-chah -nulth treaty planners order to explore ways in which to throughout Nuu- chah easily understood when we are amongst -nulth territories. The Nuu- chah -nulth Tourism The challenge will be in the reading gathered at Tin Wis April 6 & 7 to increase pressure on the governments to Held al the Hupacasath House of our can educated people, we may feel Roundtable held its final pre- comprehension of the academic Protest for 20th discuss smaller treaty budgets and get them hack to negotiation tables. that we are not good enough for those planned May Gathering, the April 51 meeting was the season meeting last week, require strategies for getting the federal and Speakers spent the morning expressing readings that all of the programs fourth and final meeting for the group "educated ones." At least that is how I lino harr Songhees Reserve in Victoria on May updating tons of reading. This can be added By David provincial governments back to the their frustration at the current state of First Nations on think and feel sometimes. But if we before the official beginning of tourist stress and very overwhelming to the Sank= Region Reporter 19t11, and then converging on the negotiation table. They rationalized the treaty negotiations, treatment of First tourism projects happening think about what being cu -us means to season on the west cost. assignments, research, and bens Legislative lawns by car and canoe at need to negotiate a treaty and discussed Nations at the hands of federal and throughout Nuu- chah -nulth papers us, for me it means that family would Sandra Tate (Parks Canada), An The `Rights and Title Caravan' will be noon the following day. alternatives to negotiating with the provincial needed to pass courses. 1 want to bring ministries and public territories. stop being important and our songs and Napoleon (Common College), Iris Lucas awareness to all parents/ grandparents/ pulling out from First Nations federal and provincial governments. perception of the treaty process. They dances would no longer be important. (Mamook), Katherine Robinson communities all around the "The provincial government is "I don't go to negotiations trying to talked about strategies that may move tuts/ uncles the importance of reading (NEDC), and Wally Samuel (Quu'as Aaron Hamilton, manager of Chu - Yet, that is a big part of who we are, destined for the legislative lawns in make friends," only one book per day per going to continue to ignore our said Tseshaht negotiator the process forward. Kwa canoe tours said and to say/think that education West Cost Trail Group) spoke on they are working will Victoria. Richard Watts. "I take a look at what's The federal and provincial governments child from what I have teamed. rights and title and our interests with Pan- / Qualìcum hotels and threaten who we are, is not true. So, program developments in their areas. "The provincial government is going to goinging on at home and 1 go to the table have withdrawn from the Nuu 'chah' It is critical for us to read to our unless we do something about Margarita lames from Yuquot sons to market cultural tous to their reading and helping our children can be continue ro ignore our rights and tide to make a deal that's good for our nulth children. Reading can be boring when r Treaty Table citing the fisheries clientele. lie also spoke on a planned done without compromising who we it," said Stewart Phillip from the announced Mat e special plaque will be you grow up being read to, or and our interests unless we do something people," he continued. He reminded litigation against the federal government didn't towelled at Yuquot on Sunday, August Nuu -chah -nulth canoe race on the about it," said Stewart Phillip from the Union of BC Indian Chiefs everyone 'we were rich people based on as the cause. Watts spoke in taught to enjoy reading. I know 1 Richard Somas River sometime this summer, !simply want to encourage all of you to Union of BC Indian who the resources we 15th as pan of Summerfest events. She certainly wasn't and that is not a Chiefs, joined had and we still have support of the fisheries litigation saying, and invitations have gone out to all First read to your children to help improve A similar protest is being planned for as also spoke about the growing popularity of my upbringing. That is meeting of Nuu -chah -nnth leaders at Abodginal rights.' "we know we have rights and we will Nations and local dragonboat racers to their education in schools for future. NTC's main boardroom on Friday, "When the mamulthne came they had of the Nootka Trail which attracted more whycm I encourage all of you to read to April Fraser River First Nations on May 20th, defend those rights in court if we have participate in the event. The challenges you may face is than 800 hikers last year, and on your newborns, toddlers, and especially 16th via teleconference. "We have to with a re- enactment of the Queen's nothing and over time they came up to". "The government fears the The purpose addle Nuu -chah -nulth dragging than away from their TV's, or marketing work being don on their to children in elementary, but the sooner send a clear message that BC is not open message to area First Nations at the with the Indian Act that we live with litigation because it represents the rights Tourism Roundtable is to network with video or whatever it is they do. weksite (v ww.yuq sa) and on he the better. Because when they get to games, for business until we say ils: he said. Queensborough Community Hall in today," said Ahousaht negotiator, Cliff of a large number of First Nations other tourism business operaora offer What I told my son was that he cannot Atleo Sr. He urged the table to practice development of brochures. college /university, that is all they will Initial plans involve camping a the New WesMinister. peoples and government has much to advice and support, and discussussvari us Jean Macintosh from the Alberni Valley dohs read, read, read. That is no lie. In play his game until I read him his ONE our own form of government. "We are lose," he claimed. "I think this litigation funding programs and opportunities Mat Museum spoke about programs offered school, I had an instructor who was BOOK. Ile was Ili willing get it all at the table through ownership," he is what is going to drive the government would help their businesses expand. at the museum, maritime museum, and struggling in her studies one day and done right away and enjoyed it remindedminded everyone. "We know the back to the table." said Wane. she went o see a counsellor, the anyways. My toddler son wants me to Ili wiih own the land. Our elders have Comparing government offers for First counsellor said to her, "How often do read to him all the time and everyday always asked mamulthne to produce a Nations to drug dealers hooking new you read per week?" My instructor's now. Whether or not, we have a Treaty bill of sale to prove that we sold them users, Watts says it is clear what the MISSING PERSON thought was, 'per week. you mean per a elf-- government, education is the land. We know they stole it," he government is trying to do. Drug year?" It made me realize reading helps encouraged and this is a simple tool. So declared. dealers, he said, entice new users by Age: 21 give children bigger vocabulary, bigger please start reading to your child (non). offering a little of their product for free, Height: 5'4" retention (keep more information) and ONLY ONE BOOK PER DAY, it "We know the Ha'wiih own the once hooked drug users will do anything I /J' Weight: 115 lbs. they loam Ira enjoy reading. The helps. I guarantee that after a short land. Our elders have always for the dealer. "The government dangles we carrots for w like that all the time with question. how can start period, you will see great improvement. asked mamullhne to produce a Long dark hair, brown eyes. now preparing their offers and proposals," he said. our children for the bill of sale to prove that we sold "They (government) are afraid edam was wearing a them the land. We know they She litigation and we shouldn't forget that" black skirt, black top. Important Notice to all Nuu- chah -nulth First Nations members, Atleo Sr. stole it," said Cliff There is to be a caravan of First high black boots. Band Managers, CHIC, Health Clerks and Band Membership Clerks: Nations protesters going to Victoria and A silver hooped necklace. MEDICAL COVERAGE NOT AUTOMATIC Treaty Manager, Cliff Atleo Or raised Cliff All Sr. encouraged everyone to practical matters in the form of reduced Reference: Recently, many bills were received at the NTC (Non- Insured Health get active and support the cause. Tattoo of a band of flowers treaty budgets. This years budget Benefits Section) (NIHB) from parents requesting payment under this plan. The Spring Caravan to Victoria, with a heart in the middle on dropped by 5121,009 he said with the If a child is not registered with Indian Affairs and the province there is no medical organized by the Steering Committee of her right arm. Slot -nulth Nations leaving for their own coverage. Therefore, RESPONSIBILITY FOR PAYMENT OF MEDICAL the Title & Rights Alliance, encourages treaty table. The table would need to VISITS, X -RAYS, ETC. WILL FALL ON THE PARENTS! APTN shoots show at Tsahaheh participants from all BC's First Nations Last wen in the Jingle Pot consider options for operating the treaty to protest at the legislature May 19 20. 2002. Indian Affairs cannot and WILL NOT PAY any bills without full coverage. By David Ills char while a group of Tseshaho Elders - area June 30, department with the 27% reduction and The Tide & Rights Alliance was Remember, unless a child is REGISTERED with both Indian Affairs (Status Card) Southern Region and community members watched it Reporter he suggested the table prioritize its and the provincial medical plan (MSP Card) two very important medical factors unfold live on APTN in the adjacent created to bring BC First Nations Young needs. Lisa Marie apply: together to move forward in preventing Tsahaheh - The Aboriginal People's The First Nations caucused and came a. The child h covered The live link from the tayanita infringements of our Title and Rights, to The TEA- O- QUI -ANT Band under the parent medically, for only three months; Television Network (APTN) was in Pon training back with recommendations for the compel the province and industry to and room at the Tseshaht Treaty Office a REWARD Alberni Friday, April 16th as pan of its table to consider for operating the treaty is offering CASH b. Once 1 recognize our Title and Rights, to hold the child reaches year of age Men they are no longer covered largest productions in its five -year featured guests Bobby Joseph department on a reduced budget. The OF $11,500 under the NIHB program far: equipment; supplies; drugs; dental; and (Provincial Residential School Healing the federal government to its fiduciary history. were discussed and optical. Id recommendations duty and to stand unified against threats to of A special Project), Evelyn Coll (Alberni for information leading the location two-hour edition obits will be brought forward at the next NTC Normally, a child reaching 19 years of age requires (here his) own medical care Indian Residential School survivor), by the province. National news program "Contact" meeting where budgeting matters are LISA MARIE YOUNG card A child can maintain medical coverage up m age 25 when in full -time Charlene Belleau (Residential School After lengthy discussion, the table focused on residential school issues, and dealt with. They agreed that a central attendance at a post secondary institution, chat. approved by the provincial medical survival. and host Todd Lamirande. agreed the protest was worth If anyone has seen Lisa or has information as to her possible whereabouts please interviewed panels of survivors from coordinating body is required and sThe news feature involved interviews participating in. Atleo Sr. urged the call RCMP in Nana., /250) 754-2345 or any RCMP Detachment. locations in Pon Alberni, Yellowknife, recommended the continued funding of Itotakes 6- 8 weeks to obtain these coverage cards! Start the process immediately! and call from across the country leaders to promote the caravan amongst WinnipegI and Ottawa. Do not assume it is Follow dealing with the issue the central treaty administration. their people. "We have until May to Oskar... ewwwwc.e dent up with this until you have both cards! Questions From the classrooms the "Righting the old of former Treaty Manager Atleo Jr. reported RN el Nano. or Coe. Geer Ilften m Mote directed to the Band Membership tongs of Residential Cliff help our people understand what ibis is Goa, Clerks, or the NIT Registry Office 724 -5757. Albemi Indian Residential School, the Schools: How the 'Direct Action Committee', a Robert Closet, CD - NTC Program far have we come". about and why they should support the Moses Martin at (250) 725 -2765 or Carol Martin (250) 725 -3389 NIHB Supervisor panelists and crew broadcast from one committee of volunteers, was struck in caravan," he said.

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Bev Venal Red Cross Kyuquo[ Ph: (250) 724-3233 Ph: (250) 753 -8567 Photo: 250- 132 -5289 Submitted byy Christine Curley,fry, Bens and young adults.a They may feel Bev Robson Fax: (250) 723 -6010 Fax: (250) 753 -8933 o _...NON., or.xsnmpuawuw Community Health Nurse, that they are being pulled in several Central Region Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations different directions. Mary Mc Keogh Ucluelet Mamma Phone 250-7262993 Tofino Office (Central Reeknl Victoria Urban Office How do our values influence oar Christine Corky 1vrxnla Deism Phone: 250- 723 -1232 or726 -5240 151 First Street PO Box 279 853 Fisgard St. B non« :.:.rmT o awxwwwenma.. "Sexual and reproductive health is behaviour? Barb Flynn(Casual) Ahousaht Phone 250.670-9608 Tofino B.C. VOR 2Z0 Victoria B.C. V8W 151 more than healthy sexual organs and Messages that we get from television, Mary Rimming. Ilex Springs /Ahousahl Phone: 250.725 -2951 Ph. (250) 725-3367 Ph: (250) 380-9896 New Are You Puzzled By Communication? healthy pregnancies: it is more than CD's, magazines, movies and videos Southern Region Toll -free: 1- 866- 901 -3367 Ph: (250) 413-7303 (Cell) avoiding diseases and other health also push conflicting "values" on us and Lie Thomsen DitidahcPAFC/PA Phone: 250 -723 -2385 awing helo fmd We debt wmdr Fax: (250) 725 -2158 Fax: warn., you 1-'501388-5120 when you want to commua. wig...,,. problems. Sexual and reproductive influence how we ourselves in this Ammo Muller Uchucklesaht/PA health goes far beyond only these world. Next time eyou watch a movie or Jody V Tseshaht x zaaoocs rx9xron atreeettrat Gold River Office (Northern Region) physical aspects the individual. a magazine, dry Penny Cowan Bread of Life Swimmer Urban trifler COOPERATION of Many read to pay some 100 °unarm Road, PO Box 428 455 East Hastings Street moon of us are beginning to realize that our attention to the underlying message that All Regions Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO Vancouver, B.C. V6A IPS health is affected by everything around is being directed to us. Is it putting a lot Lyune West Phone: 250-283 -2639 mown Ina Seitcher WCGH Ph: (250) 283 -2012 Ph: (604) 254 -9972 NIETBNIEFT PAC non us" (Planned Parenthood Federation, of importance on power, violence, Phone: 250 -723 -2135 ea 1109 Fax: (250) 283 -2122 Fax: (604) 254 -7919 2002.) disrespect, beauty or wealth? Are these NTC Office NM A th values that you wane you children to Jeannette Watt Phone: 250- 724-5757 TOCIBARBTANT POP Many factors play a large role in use to guide their decisions? Discuss Lisa Sam NUU- CHAH -NULTH HEALTH PROJECT URBAN EVENTS the choices and decisions that we these with your children. Talk Melanie Broker wtor 160 PPPPPP 00001. about , whats Matilda Walls make in life. How we feel about you see as being important in a similar situation. By EVENT DATE LOCATION ourselves, and knowing and bringing more U gaO awareness to these themes, you can help Central Region Nursing Updates/Schedules understanding what we value VANCOUVER: your children to find their way through Nursing Program Provides Additional Services The Prevention and directly influences important - very confining times. Education of Sexually Transmitted Diseases including HIV /AIDS Chris Vancouver Support Monday March 8th and Vancouver decisions that we make. ra h is important to spend some time Office: Curley will be providing some additional nursing services for all fourteen Group Meeting Monday March 22nd #106 - 23 W. Pender ibis pl g Your own values, a, well as Ca waak "We are one" of the Nuu -chair -nulth communities in the area of education and Many factors play a large role in the those of your parents and culture. Talk to prevention sexually Women's Support Group 2nd Thursday of each Vancouver Office: choices and decisions that we make in family members and elders about their of transmitting diseases. Chris can be reached at (250) 725 -1232 every Wednesday from 8 am Meeting month. 6 - 9 pm #106 - 23 W. Pender Invitation 400. life. How wefts ati ourselves, and cultural teachings and values. until 7 pm. Please feel free knowing and understanding what we Below is a small quiz to explore a few to call with any concerns, questions, information etc. Jeannette Paulson - Potluck Dinner 3rd Thursday of each Vancouver Office: You are welcome at the value directly influences important basic values with your children. Have Ahousaht Ph: 250- 670 -9608. Healthy Baby Clinic - Every Tuesday 6 -9pm Pender that máke. child draw a circle around the #106 -23 Healing Project's Fifth Annual Main Conference en your (newborn Scram Prenatal visits - 2nd and 4th Wednesdays School When it comes to making decisions number that shows how important Visits 1st and3rd Thursday - CAMPBEI I, RIVER: Tuesday to Thursday June 22, 23 and 24 at Maht Mahs Gym about our sexuality, our values and self.elf- each value is to them. Discuss the Theme: Ca waak his "We are one" esteem play a very important role. results as a family. Try to give an Campbell River Support 2nd and last Tuesday of St Peters Anglican What is a values example of how they might In in a Southern Region Nursing Updates /Schedules Volunteers for Group each month - 6 - 9 pm Church - 228 S. wanted all working committees; Language, A value is a quality that ;person thinks situation where their values may he Penny Cowan Community Nurse RN - Port Alberni Dogwood Activities, entertainment, welcoming, etc. is important, such as honesty, kindness, influenced by other things. Bread of Life Monday and Wednesday mornings Call 724-3233 to sign up. loyalty em. Do our actions and behaviours reflect Tuesday afternoons at Hupacasath. VICTORIA: Where do we learn values? our value Look for more information in upcoming Ha- Shilth -Sa's our NTC Nurse Annette Muller will be taking over the Elders visits in town. We learn values from family, friends, If your community would like more Support Group Meeting Last Monday of each Victoria Once: Kakawis Invitation - 30th Anniversary Celebration school, culture, religion and society in information on workshops for youth that - - on values, self- or sexual Northern Region Nursing Updates /Schedules month 6 9 pm 853 Fisgard St. June 19, 2004, 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. general. However, often the values that focus esteem, g g Potluck Diener Every 2nd Monday Victoria Office we leam from one group will conflict education, please contact your Moira Havelka CHN Northern Region will be on leave from April You are invited to our 30th anniversary. A special invitation is extended to those of each month 853 Fisgard St. with the values that we team from CHR/CHN or prevention worker. 6, 2004 - June 1st 2004 who planted the seed, the first client families and their descendants, past employees, another. Teens, for example, may team Finding Our Way: A Sexual and former hard of directors, Dan Woodrow will be covering during that period. Please check his DUNCAN: Executive Directors. Dance performances by various from their family that honesty is an Reproductive Health 5ourcebeok for groups. schedule for availability, which will be posted in the NTC Northern Lots of time for speeches by elders, chiefs, past clients and former important way of being, yet their friends Aboriginal Communities, Aboriginal employees, board members and our Office and also at the Gold River Health Clinic. Support Group last Thursday of Travel Lodge Silver others who may wish to add to special day. may encourage them to lie about where Nurses Association of Canada and Dinner feast will be served. Kakawis Family Development Centre on Meares Island a each month 6 - 8 pm Bridge Inn -140 Trans they are going or who they are with Planned Parenthood Federation of Notice of cancellation of the Nobodies Perfect Parenting Course Phone: 250 -725 Canada Highway -3951, Fax: 250 -725 -4285, Email: kakawis@tofino-bc. (because their parents might not Canada, Ottawa, 2002 scheduled for April 8th until further notice. Po Box 17, Tofino, BC, VOR -2Z0 approve) in order that they can "hang Beyond the Basics: A soumebook on We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. our with their friends. The value of Sexual and Reproductive Health Sincerely, Ruby Ambrose / Moira Havelka Family Ties - Ucluelet "Ma sink shlit" - Healing Together their friends is to in popular" or "have Education, Planned Parenthood fun-. It can he a very confusing time for Federation of Canada, Ottawa, 2001. The NTC Access Awareness Committee invites you to attend our If you are pregnant or have a young baby come visit Are you or a family member a patient our exciting program! We Annual Health -ability Gathering. offer drop -ins with topics Very Important A hile Not in the hospital?osspital? and guest speakers of interest to new parents. As an April 29, 30, 2004 - Maht blahs Gym, Port Alberni -9 a.m, daily Important Important C expectant mom you can receive individual counseling In conjunction with the Community and Human Services Department. the Ifyou would like to see one of us remember you have to ask for us and and free nutritional supplements. Committee will coordinate an interesting and fun program!! I. Being honest 2 we ran assist you with the following: Every year, we have more NCN members attend this gathering to team. share, Where? Family Ties, Davison's Plana, Ucluelet. 2. Feeling good about myself 2 Assist with discharge planing laugh, meet old friends, and make new ones!! When? Tuesday from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. 3. Being happy 2 3 Work with our community for clear communication and ease of discharge We will be honing a Banquet on the first evening, providing panel presentations, arming for others 2 Bean advocate on your behalf How? Drop in or call: Margaret Morrison, Outreach Counselor @ 726- guest speakers, information resource area. and door prizes throughout both days. 5. Doing what my parents think is right 2 Explain health care issues 2224 Anyone who may want to make a donation for the door prizes, please contact your 6. Having fun '- Provide support to you and your family during your hospital stay Regional Member, or Lynette Hobo., CandHS Administrator @ the NTC Office. 7. Being popular 2 Access MOH. as needed Family Ties For more information on the Health- Ability - Tofino Fair. you may speak directly to your 8. Looking good 2 Available Monday -Friday 7am - 3:30pm If you arc pregnant or have a young baby come visit our exciting Regional Committee Members: Sheila John (250) 761 -4742, Pat Nicolaye (250) 9. Having the "right" clothes 2 3 332 -5975, Mae Taylor (250) Port Alberni, BC Victoria. BC program! 726 -7195, Delores Bayne (250) 723 -4937, Helen Dick 10. Being good in sports 2 We offer drop -ins with topics and guest speakers of interest to Ina hatcher. First Nation Cora Jacks, (250) 724-5757, or Ida Mills (604) 254 -9900. We look forward to another wonderful 12 Having a good education 2 3 new parents. As an expectant mom you can receive individual Advocate Nurse Aboriginal Liaison Nurse vent and hope that you will be able enjoin us!! Florence Wylie, DAC Coordinator 13. Taking responsibility for my actions 2 counseling and free nutritional supplements. Ph: 723 -2135 ext.1109 Ph: (250) 370.8847 14. Getting along with my parent 2 3 Where? Tofino Community Hall "HeartapWork session will be held during the D.A.C. Ability Fair April Campbell River, BC Pager: 413-6124 15. Standing up for a friend who u picked 2 3 29 and 30 in Port Alberni at the Maht Mahn. Sandy Miller. Vancouver, BC When? Every Tuesday from 11:30 to 1:30 Come and have your heart on health checked David ('lamer, How? call: Laurie Hannah (Outreach Counselor) by the NTC nurses. There will be a variety of health Aboriginal Liaison Nurse booths set up. You can get your blood pressure, cholesterol and other Ph: (250) 2867050 Finn Nation Advocate c/o Health Unit at 726 -4242. ' (Planned Parenthood Federation of Canada, 2002). health indicators checked. For more information, ask your local nurse." Voicemai1: 830 -8865 Ph: (604) 875 -3440 Page 14 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - April 22, 2004 Ha- Shilth -Sa - April 22, 2004 - Page 15 A Heart felt than you to all my support people during the sudden Birthdays and loss of my dear sister Angelina Rose Amos of Victoria BC. April 16th Happy In Memoriam - tatakosap To my friends, Witch Paull, Fay Bamford Glomming /1ird). Roberta Robbins (Bell) 14th Birthday 'Daisy Hm ", Lanky Dick, Stoney for the beautiful commemoration, Terry & Andy, In Loving Memory of My Mother ,shine Scotti Congratulations Rev. Al. Tysick & Staff of the Open Door, George Hunt Jr., Berard Edgar, Kendra Veronica Dick Lucas Sam. Love liage of Hulitan Social Services, Sam McKay of Tonto Rosette, Henry Williams April 15, 1922 Mom Grace and I would like to (Pie), My Awesome cousin Karla Point & husband Vern. The Mustard Seed - April 22, 1997 1 Irene. I wish a special Organization Reverend Tom O' Shin, Reverend Dave Stewart of the Upper Room am r Seven years line angel Marisa Society. " Babygirl" Angel's Friend, Sireetlink Society, The August Family (Bingo) & went by so fast. Mckinley a very Angel's husband Charles August. Helen (YK. W.YA) The Victoria Native Friendship Seems just like yesterday since you have past. happy 6th Centre (Bruce P. & Staff), Mo (My Zebra) for all of her loving support. Michael I miss going shopping and going to bingo April yolk Happy 22nd birthday on April Glendale, George & Mel for the singing. Lorraine (Pinky), Tom Williams (Spud), with you too. Birthday to my beautiful niece Felice John Williams for the wonderful Eulogy, Candy Williams & Family. Victoria General 24. Enjoy your How I wish I could still visit you. Martina Harry! And Congratulations on Hospital Staff Nurses. Sands Funeral Chapel for the arrangements. Angel's friends J big day You're still there in my heart. your wonderful news! Your sister Star sweetheart who came to pay their respects to my "Late" Sister Angel and last but not least my To this day, I wish we didn't have to part. Ls m proud of you. I'll let you tell the You're my pride family, my nieces, nephews, sisters & brother Matthew & My extended family her in Johnson Sam Happy ISM Birthday on world the news. lore you, take care, Victoria. I will are you mom when the time is right. 1 miss May 27. Love your Mom Grace & and joy. always! Love you aunt Anita Jack you lots from over Sincerely, Thank you, Gerald Amos Way up there beyond the bright light. Irene. Mom May 23rd Happy 80th May 1st, Happy Birthday to my ,j here in Ahousaht. Bill Yo j t g t f red, and went home to rest. Birthday. Love you daughter Grace. Mr. d Mn. & mother Margaret lack, the proud Love always from married at the University Hospital on Birthdays & Congratulations Continued That's where God will take care of you best. daughter of our big Hereditary Chief chick, lauds. Jimmy. Big nine, eh grama Anne Joseph and Hank. May 03, 2003 at 1.00 P.M. The best and Thomas Mack. Love always Jessie on the time is going by, you never think Mom my children have grown, I have Emil Jules of Kyuquot!! Mom, I love babe, I hope we can help in having a you lots too. Love the gang in NY. people were Vanessa Macintyre and Eleanor Mack. you had to fight for the first year. now grandchildren too. you so much! l hope you have blast on April 27. Love you lots and I Kevin It was a small Happy birthday to my brother Carroll. imamate Correction. Jerome Jack was you're so healthy, you're always going If you were here, they would visit with you. wonderful day, may your children and encourage you to be strong and healthy I family wedding. Reception was at the to be our handsome son, our 'Big Boy'. Scott, Sam sure miss and love you I'm listed instead of Jerome Frank Perry, Miss you mom with all my heart. grandchildren bring you Ins of love! like you always have. Only you can Kitty Pub on 101 Street. Enjoy all the so proud of you, keep doing what your sorry for the error. My apologies to Pam chums & chocolate cake Sending all my love from the other end choose your destiny and be happy de doing and keep on smiling. Lots of love April 24th. We love you no much. Love probation for those first two years - and Jerry Perry. From Irene Smith. Miss You Lots of the Island, Victoria BC. I'm proud to way only you want to be. Pm there from Johnson in NY Mom, From Daughter maybe the both of us. Or maybe just Birthday greetings for April always Daddy, Mommy, & have a mother like you, I hope! grow for you babe Love from Mom, Happy birthday my brother Catherine T. Watts 2004. May you all day! sister Ky -Ky. . me. Linda - hem is good you enjoy your up to be a strong woman like you mom! Raelynn, & the MaO( Hunter) Mike an the 23 of April, hope you have from me: lave isn't j a woad: love is April 13t happy 2nd birthday to Estelle Happy 6th birthday bro /uncle Love your daughter, Anita . I would like to wish Alexander a good day we love you, gang in NY. how we feel: love is how we do: love is Anita Maria Titian my niece -pie, sweetie Dominique Campbell. Have an May 7th, Happy Birthday to our Tana happy 2nd birthday on April 15. Happy birthday to auntie our actions: loves not a truce: love is pie, eurne.x tune' Enjoy your day awesome day, enjoy all the chum.. gorgeous grandson Mmes Jack. May love mom and dad. Karen on the 24th of April hope you Poets Nook all about us: I pity those who think they there latte. We lose you a lot! Hugs & From sir Sandy, Stan, Scottie, Kyle, & your day be filled with lots of love, I would like to say happy have good day love the gang in NY. think love is just another adjective: it is jr. I'm As Powerful As An Eagle The humble part of it is this work does sweets, toys and fun. I know get birthday to Ramona in Victoria on the 'Happy kisses xoxoxoxo. April 1st happy you'll birthday to Savannah. Written by Norma -Ann Webster something for me and for my readers for 25th of April have a good day and have the way we interact: I agree not with all this from your Star! We love you Sam in Cats Court, wishing you the best birthday to the twins: Sunnite Thomas 391h Birthday those people who like to think love will Happy on the the ones who read my work thank you lots! babes treat u like a queen! From shish Love your grandma Anita and day ever. We love you love the gang in and Elizabeth Thomas. April 1st happy 26th to my beloved April Fool whose I'm as powerful as an eagle that flies all- for my passim is strong and and jay from down south in Washington conquer all - it Jamie love i! ,the grandpa Darryl. NY. favorite month is August. May your day over the universe with diction in respeetful.My next goal is to nay. I birthday to Janice Thomas. April 16th find a I would like to say happy birthday to feel, the the actions are what love May 11th, Happy Birthday to Happy 25th birthday to our only make you the ch %^ &,eat evert From season, yeti) as gentle and humble is all about. I love you Linda! I do not happy birthday to Birdie Magdeline m and publication advisor and sponsor for my auntie "Elmo" in Victoria on April 25th daughter Pam on the 3rd of May hope you know mho your ever loom' future my beautiful sister Lillian Rose Jack!! need tutu. keep on saying it; I will Frank aggro eive as a dove." For my people work- my passion for poetry and art... love and miss you sister!! joy your day .... luv III Wanya_.. also you have a great day pumpkin, love fiancé, future wife, future widow or dead we have the power to be who we arc my hopes are to publish books with keep on showing you- I love you. from April 17th happy 16tH birthday to Shane like to say happy Faster to everyone mom and dad. ..whichever of first... Love Anita. your chubby hubby Corby. us goes intended to be... we are as powerful as native peoples artists along side of my Frank. April 20th 16th - Happy Birthday to my son hack home ... and would also like to say Happy birthday to Michael happy birthday who loves you like a kaj Thou times the eagle that flies. For he/she does not work this is my dream... my dream to congrats Darla McGee on May 12th Hope have April 18th - -- -Happy Birthday Charles Williams on April I. .From your to parker and on there you a to Vanessa Thomas. April 27th happy more than then are stars! misuse this pow .. this great power is a have our work accessible for education baby girl "lib miss Slack-... would also great day all my lose Auntie Gloria and to my only sister April Johnson. You father Lyle Williams, your auntie birthday to Grandpa Robert Thomas. Happy 2nd Birthday to Quentin gift that is only used in honor and and for families who love an and respect like to say Happy birthday to Grandma the gang in NY. have very nice day and want you to Laverne, your grandmother Effie and Hey Grandpa enjoy this day and Tate on April 19, Love Mom and Dad, respect of everything and everyone that the values of life.. 1 put forward to my Rhoda on the 13th enjoy your day love u Happy Mothers Day to My know that you have been there forme Lillian Williams. Happy Birthday to everyday. Gee we really miss you. Take Richard, Camille, Brendan and Tristen. lives. people if there is anyone that can guide and take can. Luv shish and jay and 1i1 mom Kitty 1 sure love you mom and through all my Male and Howard Williams on April 22 and care and we love you! From Edward Ilappy Birthday to Renee Tate The eagle flies with direction in season my dream for the future is all about the wanya... miss you the most, love your daughter in tribulations.Terry told me to say just will Happy Birthday to Vernon Ross son April and Inns Smith, Nancy Titian, Dorian. on April 22, Love Uncle Brian and for he knows when ,t time to move past and the stories that can or live I would (skew make a shout out NY, say 27th birthday to you so stay at that within his is art 30. From the whole family. Smith, Wesley Smith and Paul Smith. Aunty Glenda and kids. forward life.. .his courage through and voice.... Happy Birthday to my dad to everyone back home in Canada from Happy birthday to my sister age lot. are specialrera to men thank A very special birthday wish not misused in any may for his courage Be strong be courageous be wise and Happy 4th Birthday to Tristen g Delia o Seattle ... would like to say ginger on the wm coast. I love you and you for bein there for me million hugs is only used to his awn protection the most all one with universal Michael Ambrose on April 23. From going out to a very special girl. On Tate on May 11, Love Mom and Dad, of of bonne happy birthday to grandma Rhoda on the miss you too. to you hen every see a red rose have our your daughter Kathy, Lyle & your April 5, we would like to wish Alissa C. Richard, Camille, Brendan and Quentin. family- p wisdom of the eagle is not power.... we do the strength of 13th of April have* wonderful day. Happy birthday to my mom always think of me because that red we have to voice... grandchildren. Maclntyre -Tom a very happy 7th Happy 12th Birthday to from the power he carves but from the wcastors the courage me. Happy Birthday April Kitty 1 sure love you and miss you take Love from sir Trudy Rose e with the unis arse... my have the words to share with all our Happy Birthday to Lyneah birthday. We hole you have enjoyed Brendan (Big Mac) Tate on May 15 unctions 17 Matilda Inc & Uncle Dave W. And can now you hear, love Gloria. Smith. child that walks the people our nation.... be kind to Titian on May 5 and Happy Birthday to your day. Always remember we love Love Mom and Dad, Richard, Camille, people for every of Happy Binhday April 22 Baby Darius April h- - -- Happy 21st birthday Jessica Titian on May 9. Have a very n Happy 3rd Birthday on April you very much, with all our drachma. Tristen and Quentin. earth for every elder that holds the yourselves and don't allow destruction of special day. From your Mom Kathy & & Loretta. Hope You All Enjoyed Your to Francis lack sorry this is belated but stories of wisdom for every mother who both worlds over pawn your spirit.. by 16th to our baby girl Brooke Johnson Love always Mom, Grandma Sisa, and Happy Birthday to Grandpa Day. Happy Belated Easter Auntie it is the thought that count hugs from family this we have the best of bah worlds our Lyle. Daddy. Amie on May 11, love your birthday cares and loves her children and Gerry, Love Mommy and Daddy. Trudy Rose Smith I would like to say "Happy 5th Eunice, Ang, Judy &All Family for every grandfather and father who 0y traditional may and our new Happy Birthday to our Sister On April 6th we would like to buddy Minn) and the rest of your Birthday' to my "Beautiful" aka Maxine Members. Love from Lisa, Michael, April 8 - -- Happy 20th for their families who hunt protect, millennium come to terms and allow Brooke, Love your sister Kura. brothers wish our Grandma Sheila Tom A Happy grandkrds. Prevost. Have a good day. Love your Lawrence, Violet, Granson,S (Amos, Birthday to my pretty girl niece Jaylene honor, love unconditionally in a honest both worlds be productive to all interests Damian and Conrad. Birthday. Luv ya lots Grandma! Love Happy Birthday to Grandma Mister ), Pearl& Marvin. Tutube.Sr. Johnson sorry this is late. All my nieces manner for the strengths of all of us united is "Princess" aka Auntie hat. Carol on May 15, Love your birthday Happy 28th Birthday m Louie from Grandma's girls Erica & Alissa. Elizabeth Little and Lm Tom Jr. To all Ucluelet First Marion an nephews are special to me an i favor We carry all the powers of universal how our ancestors worked together in We would like to send buddy (Brendan) and the rest of the members whose birthday falls in the Johnson, I love you Love Melissa. all of you. Whenever you see a red birthday the past... they five through us their would like to announce the birth of their grandkids. m ne are the rights old. months of April and May. May you Happy Birthday to our Daddy rose always think of me because that wishes to the following people. _April Many blood tuns through our veins and if we baby Kaydence Nakeisha Lekma Link Happy Birthday to Cody on people.... we are the people... have very Happy and safe Birthday Louie, love tiara. Brooke. Damien, and red nose is me. love you niece. Love 12 -Steve Tom Sr., April 17 -Dylan and look each other in the eye we can see both Marsh 8,2004 at 12:23am. She May 12, Love Aunty Glenda and your family, friend, colleagues, with many more to come! From the Conrad from Auntie Trudy Rose Smith. Jim, April I8, Nathan Tom, April 16 - take a minute and look in the weighed 6 pound 12 ounces. Ikon at Cousin. acquaintances have told me. "I read your them._ staff of the Stephen (Mister) Charles.. Hope you is you Victoria General Hospital in Ucluelet First Nation. Happy birthdays: for April - --> April 13, Happy Birthday to sir work." my poetry I love writing poems eyes of your children- it there guys have a great day. From Erica, Sim, Happy Birthday to my brother I me it shall see all our ancestors combined in Victoria,B.C. Her grandparents are May 3rd Happy Birthday Pl. April is the best month to be both - especially when hear people tell Colleen Campbell, hope you enjoyed & Dan. Como John way over in Nanaimo, have a Alias in a way that has that one child... be proud be fly high like Maxine Little and Sam prow and happy birthday to Ronald Thomas - your day. May I Happy has touched their hearts Ferguson, May 21 Happy 54th Birthday Thas Birthday to A very happy belated birthday good day bro, Love your sister Glenda a and some kind of our almighty eagle and above all soar Brenda Tom and tan Tom Sr. April 15? - Hope I am right on this one my nephew Desmond Smith. May left imprint big sister. Love Ace & Irene. 19, going out to my friend `Kati' Mark on and Nephews and niece. Happy birthday to my big nell: happy birthday Louie Joseph jr. - Happy Birthday also to my nephew positive affect that works through the and mount with wings but never forget Happy 14th Birthday to our Godson March 22 and also my friend in Happy belated 19th Birthday to April 17 -hen old are you Louie? reading. Often leant just sit here and to be humble for the greatness lies Scott Sam on April than love you and Edgar Smith Jr. May 21, Happy 34W Ahousaht Andrea Frank on March 21. my nephew Scott on April 10 and to my 4-44 Happy birthday to Man lane Webster write it comes to me.... when it does.... ahead. only wish you the very best and miss Birthday to our Dad Jesse Paul Mack Hope you guys had fun on your nephew Shay,. "Sweet Sixteen" on (Dick) my elder April 17 - I know how 17. from your children Samuel, Chelsea My Sorry I couldn't be with you to April Love Auntie Glenda, Uncle edhtyt old Mary! happy birthday to: Linus celebrate your birthday. Cleo! Your Brian, your somas Brendan, Tristen, Lucas - Marion Campbell - RUSK Swan We'd like to friend always Erica Tom. Quentin, Richard and Camille. - queen Link - April 21 - wow! to a wish our special Happy 2nd Birthday to Juniper Ucluelet First Nation Very special happy 3rd birthday very dear little guy - happy birthday Uncle Vernon John on MaySth Love Aunty Glenda, to our sunshine Stanley Q.P. Sam. Wow Dylan George - April 23 - many more Ross, a very Uncle Brian and your Cousins. Our Elder's luncheon Meetings are held on the first grandson! Happy anniversary to my happy birthday Thursday of every month. The next meeting will be on n Hello Family, Friends and Colleagues: I want to share this great beautiful wife Linda George - 12 on April 30th. 6, the UFN Band Hall, Ucluelet. wonderful years together - Linda - its Love from your news with you all. lean and I are pleased to announce the grand Thursday, May 2004 at been 12 years of just being happy - mice Annie. arrival of our fourth child, Robert Geddes Wells. He is an April Appetizers will be served at 11:30 a,m. and lunch will be happy together. i5 sung by the turtles - Dave and your Fool's Day baby born on April 01, 2004 at 10:51 am In Campbell served at 12:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend, Happy 32nd Anniversary tu our sister like many other native couples - we grandchildren River Hospital. lie weighed BIbs 4 oar and has beautiful dark brown Georgina and brother -in -law Cyril a story, favorite recipe (health wise), or a poem to Happy lived together for 2 years before we got David Jr., bring Livingstone on April 25. From Annie, hair (lots) and light brown eyes, 10 finger, 10 toes and is simply none Birthday to Brian Tate on April 22, married - we have been together now for Nathan & Jeri share. See you there. Thank you Ucluelet First Nation Dave, David, Nate & den Watts + perfect. Thank you all for your prayers. See you when we see you and Love Glenda and Kids. well it will be 14 years on October 27, Wawa and the Ross & Livingstone the Livingstone & Ross families. and all the best to you today. Respectfully yours, Victoria. members! & the staff at Ha- Shilth-Sa! 2004. !Ann know who was on families. 16 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - April 22, 2004 Page Ha-SIN lth -Sa - April 22, 2004 - Page 17 Nuu -chah -nulth Registry and Treaty Information ... The Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation as Career Opportunities - q' i- cab- to -mis Registering events arc very important! now has a toll free phone number. Birth Registrations: It is important to get baby registered as soon for Registration/Statement possible. You must complete the parental consent wish to contact our office, you don't have to call Coordinator, Aboriginal Education Affiliation form and provide the LARGE form birth certificate, these If you of Band North Island College is seeking to fill a 75 regular faculty position as Coordinator your Band Office or at the NTC consent forms can be obtained though long distance or collect any longer. The toll free number of Aboriginal Education, working from The Pon Alberni Campus. - 8 weeks. Office. Registration takes 6 is: (800) 238 - 2933. Our Office hours are: Monday - Please see further criteria, required qualifications and information on how to apply Transfers: Are you wishing to transfer to another Band? Write to the Band to this competition on our website at www.northislandcollege.ca you want to transfer into. Once accepted you will need to complete a consent Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The BC Human Rights Commission has approved hiring of persons with Aboriginal to transfer form, also, notify the Band you are currently in and let them know ancestry for this position. your intentions. Attention Tseshaht Membership Competition No. 04:F:10 Marriages, divorces, name change, deaths: Please provide appropriate Re: Updating Address list for the up coming Election .ly Closing Date. April 30, 2004 a Island certificates to up date the Indian Registry Lists. A consent form needs to be We are once again updating our mailing list and this list will also inlcude y, Division of Human Resources, Nonh College, 2300 Ryan Road, (,one,. completed for any name changes. mailing address's for membership who also livein Port Alberni. BC VON 8N6 FAX 12507 334 -5288 Are you turning it soon? If you would like your own registration number Please send me your mailing address and those family members who live North then you have to submit a letter of request Process also takes 6 - 8 weeks (no out of town. So that we can send you information on this up coming election Island longer automatic). and meetings on this election. Thank - You. Gloria Fred. College All documents are to be submitted to Rook Little - Indian Registry please reply to: satsmaeyahoo.com or call 250 -723 -7134 or leave a message IIoC Administrator at the NTC Office, with the exception of Ditidaht, Hesquiaht, at the Tseshaht Band Office 250- 724 -1225 or toll free I -5 -1225 Tseshaht Elder's Gather emu- ey -aht and Tla- o- qui -aht. Contact these First Nations directly. To have a Summer Student Employment/ Youth Program NOTICE OF NOMINATION MEETING (To off -reserve electors) status card issued through NTC from these four First Nations please have your The Nuu- chah -nulth Employment and Training Board has set a date to receive Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the electors of the Ucluelet First Nation will Indian Registry Administrator fax approval and your information prior to With Guests At Maht Mahs proposal requests for creating summer employment job /s for students. The jobs be held at the Ucluelet First Nation Hall on Tuesday, the 13th day of April, 2004, created do not include funds from your local Human Resource Development Canada coming into the office if possible. By Gina Pearson would like to send a special thanks to all beginning at 6 o'clock, and lasting for at least three hours, for the purpose of to program funds. Does your First Nation have their membership code In place? If so, and Tseshaht Recreation Coordinator the volunteers who put in their time you would like the above events recorded for "BAND MEMBERSHIP" then it nominating candidates for the positions of chief and councilors on the Band Council cook, set up, clean up, and serve; Mena The suggested requests will be for creating up to; of the said hand, for the next ensuing term. There are 6 councillor positions and one Fred, Mariann & Eric Molten. Linda Two (02) summer jobs, each job to he eight weeks or is EQUALLY AS IMPORTANT that you contact them as well. Dating back to February, 2004 the position for chief available. The election will be held at the Ucluelet First Nation Thomas, Pauline Dennis. Beaji Fred, Three (03) summer jobs, each job to be six weeks at $ 8.O0l Hr. Your First Nation needs your current address and phone number no they Tseshaht Elders have been visiting with Band Hall on Tuesday, the 26 day of May, 2004. Christine Fred, Amanda Fred, Camille The submitted request is to include a description of the summer job activities/ contort you regarding Treaty developments, letters and bulletins. Elden from around the Vancouver Please nee that any voter may nominate candidates by using a mail -in form. Voters Fred, losìe Watts, Karolyn Fred, Jeremy duties, proposed start date and supervision of the students. rst Nation phone numbers and addresses arc listed below for your Island. "The gatherings are just visiting residing off -reserve may only nominate candidates for the position of chief. Voters Gus, David Muster 'George. Ken The deadline date for the above program proposals are to be submitted to and be sessions for Elders to get together, no residing on- reserve may nominate candidates for both chief and councilor positions. (Magoo)Sam, Mike Lambert, Boyd Fred, meetings, no politics, just all in good received, at the NTC/ NETB office, by closing, is; May 070h, 2004. You can either deliver or mail -in a written nomination and a completed, signed and Rose Gus, Ozzie Felsman, Crystal Little Ahousaht fun" says David Bob. David Bob began Any applications relieved after the above noted date will not be considered for witnessed voter declaration form to the electoral officer before the time set for the Ryan Fred, Margaret Fred, Rita M. (250) 670 -9563 - Fax: (250) 670 -9696 these gatherings a while back and they funding at the next NETB meeting, May 28th, 2003. nomination meeting OR you may nominate candidates orally at the nomination Watts, Aiiza Sam, Patricia Watts, have built more and more each month. Should you have any questions, please call Jack Cook, or Clorissa t totem at (250) General Delivery Ahousaht, B.C. VOR IAO meeting. Mailed nominations not received by the electoral office before the time set Marlene Dick, Gail K. Gus, Howard 724 -5757. for nation meeting are void. Also note that any voter may vote by mail -in (Moll)) Dick, Samantha Gus, Lillian "The gatherings are just visiting Ditidaht First Nation ballot. Given under any hand at Ucluelet, this 12 day of March, 2004. lamest. If you are an experienced Social Development Community Health Coordinator that Emily Shirley, P.O. Box 225, Ucluelet, B.C., VOR 3A0, Phone 1 250- 726 -7117. sessions for elder's to get would to work for a First Nations Organization 1 -888 -745- 3366 - Fax: (250) 745 -3332 Also to the Merchants and Community enjoy. rewarding opportunity together, no meetings, no politics, members who donated to our door located in a historic and scenic setting in Vancouver Island, apply to the position atNP.1-rire, PO Box 340 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M8 TLA- O- QUI -AHT TRIBE MEMBERS Just all io good fun" says David prizes: of: Robinson, Anne (Robinson) DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY HEALTH COORDI.NATO Ehattesaht If you are not receiving "Inside Tiaoquì -aht" newsletter please call your Bob. Kathy SOCIAL address in ASAP This mailing list is also used for important tribal mailouts Hunter, Tom Walls, Mena Fred, Bonnie Responsible for the planning, budgeting, development, delivery and administering of 1- 888 -761 -4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 you may not want to miss. On April 14, 2004 the Tseshaht Elders deGoesbriand, Quality Foods, Fairway the Social Development, Community Health Programs and Family and Childcare B.C. VOP 2A0 PO Box 59 Zeballos, Forward your address to: Carla Moss c/o Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations, Box 18, chose their day to feed the Elders in Market, Tseshaht Market, Buy Low Services. Zellers Adult Education Successful will be a proven and skilled Social Development Community Torino. B.C., VOR 2Z0. Phone: 250-725 -2765, email: cmossOisland.net their territory. They provided a - Foods, Inc., candidate with: Hesquiaht First Nation Fax: 250-725-4233 attn: Carla Moss wonderful army of fresh seafood, Center, Hobby Comer, Taylor's Flower Health Coordinator. preferably Van in a related field with equivalent combination of experience related 1- 877 -232 -1100 - Fax: (250) 670 -1102 retrieved by the Tseshaht Fisheries and Shop, Ha Ito Payuk School, Sharon ' BSW or degree Velsen (Hupacasath). to social wort Torino. VOR their diggers; Martin Watts, Willard PO Box 2000 B.C. 2Z0 in ATTENTION UCHUCKLESAHT DESCENDANTS Gallic Jr., Chuck Doiron, Ben Fred. A Finally a special thanks goes to Ha Ito Several years related experience a Social Worker, including experience Will all of those people, who are descendants of the Uchucklesaht First Nation, gentlemen Payuk Dance Group for their wonderful program, policy, and proposal development. Hupacasath First Nation very special thanks to these PLEASE contact Pam Watts at the Uchucklesaht Office. As a pan of our pre -treaty who worked had and provided enough performance and to Joyce Little for Experience in Community Health and Substance Abuse Counseling, with (250) 724 -4041 - Fax: (250) 724 -1232 process, we are contacting people who have a direct bloodline and seeking their seafood to feed all our guests and send showing her beautiful designs and experience working with First Nations. PO Box 211 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 IR transferring into the Uchucklesaht Tribe for the purpose of gaining treaty some home with them. Also provided Fashion show. Preference will be given to First Nations Candidate. are encouraged to forward a resume, acceptable 66 - -Toll Free- was a welcome by Chief Councillor, If I have missed anyone, please forgive Interested- Qualified applicants We need names, oddness and phone numbers off all Uchucklesahtdescendants.The record check to: Kal'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k'iks7et'h' Dave Watts Sr., and blessing given by me, it was not intentional. This lunch references and criminal A Tribe has now initialled an Agreement Principle with BC Canada. will always be remembered by our Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nations, P.O. Box 459, (250) 332 -5259 - Fax: (250) 332-5210 respected flaw ith. Robert Thomas, and a/1v Now we need to hear from you! Please contact the office at: Phone: (250) 724 -1832 performances by Ha Ito Payuk students elder's and would not have been Gold River, BC, VOP IGO General Delivery Kyuquot, B.C. VOP 110 `$ Fax: (250) 724 -8106 Address: PO Box 1118, Port Albemi, BC, V9Y 7L9 The Tseshaht Recreation Department successful without all our your help. My Telephone: (250)283 -2015, Fax: (250) 283 -2335 F: mall: Miranda 'oats.. Mowachaht / Muchalaht A big THANK YOU to Ucluelet First Nation members -LUMEN - - Application Deadline: 4:30 p.m. on FRIDAY APRIL 30, 2004 (250) 283 -2015 - Fax: (250) 283 -2335 Who have called our office to inform us of the whereabouts of "lost" members from PO Box 459 Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO our band list. For years, we have been trying to locate some of them! It's safe to say, A we have found everyone! We are happy about this! Ucluelet First Nation Members AND thank you to members, who keep our office up-to-date with addresses, email General Band Meeting scheduled for Monday, May 3, 2004 Nuchatiaht First Nation and phone numbers! Meeting to follow at 6:00 p.m. (250) 332 -5908 - Fax: (250) 332 -5907 ONE OF THE IMPORTANT THINGS HAPPENING - IT IS ELECTION YEAR! Band Hall, Dinner 5:00 p.m., PO Box 40 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Wean having elections for Council this year, soil is important to keep in touch with Congratulations to the following for winning door prizes at April 5, the band office for the mail -outs. 2004 band meeting: CONTACT: Vi Mundy for treaty Update. announcements of meetings, AT (250) 1'Ia -a- qui -aht First Nations 1st- Picture -Glass Coasters - Geraldine Touch ie (250) 725 -3233 - Fax: (250) 725 -4233 726 -2414, email address: [email protected] or cell: (250) 726-5478 2nd Jazz music rats -Yuan' Barney PO Box 18 Torino. BC. VOR 2Z0 - TO ALL TSESHAHT MEMBERSHIP: 3rd - Hockey book - Gordon Taylor Sr. Please remember when you register your child(ren) with NTC you must Tseshaht First Nation 4th - Outdoor furnishing book - Roy Barney still register your child(ren) to the Band. 1 do not have names that NTC has Toll Free: 1 -888- 724 -1225 - Fax: (250) 724 -4385 so if you're one of these members please contact me for Band membership PO Box 1218 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M1 papers as we administer our own membership and only those people on hands go up to you in respect for your Aboriginal Day Celebration at ore our list is Tseshaht. I do not issue status cards this is done only with Rook Reringto help always. I know our Papermill Dam, and share in yet another Little or Mel Beaker. Feel free to contact me at lisagallicínshaw.ca or call me carts were full, as well as our stomachs traditional feast of fresh Salmon cooked Uchucklesaht Tribe at 1- 866 -724 -4229. s those of out elder's and their guests our traditional way as well as share the service. of our culture, history, (250) 724 -1832 - Fax: (250) 724-1806 TSESHAHT FIRST NATION CULTURAL RESOURCE CENTRE enjoyed your fine work and entertainment PO Box YOU ARE ALL AWESOME!! rides own traditional, dugout 1118 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 Open to anyone interested in learning more about Tseshaht history. 5000 Our elder's will be travelling each canoesn and yes, even fun games for all Mission Rd. - Chi- chu -aht House/ Tseshaht Treaty office. month to join their friends and family ages to enjoy. For more information on Ucluelet First Nation We have a toll free number for Tseshaht members (which also our available houses members from up and down the coast, this June 21st event, please contact the membership and Natural Resources Office. If you want your (250) 726 -7342 - addresses included for dese Inking forward to seeing each Tseshaht First Nations office, 724 -1225 726-7552 treaty updates and Tribal bulletins call us (email: a p (8eshahtaom) with your Maw Fax: (250) individual once again. On behalf of the Om We invite you to bring your drums address. 1- 866 -724 -4225. PO Box 699 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 elder's, Chief Councillor, Council and and songs and hope to see you there Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 8:15 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. (Except holidays) myself, we urge you to come and attend beginning at 12:00 noon, Pape ill For more information contact us at (250) 724-4229 our next big feast, as we host our Dam, Tseshaht side. or toll her al 1- 866 -7244229. Page 18 - Ha- Shilth -Se - April 22, 2004 Ha- Shilth -So - April 22, 2004 - Page 19 Community Events and Celebrations Arts Nldscellaneous ecko's - kekoo ' FOR SALE: Native designed HOUSE FOR SALE: To Tseshaht Thank you To our family Louie and Eva Frank. Robert Billy Memorial jewellery; silver, copper, gold member, 2 bdrm *Taunt recently . CLASSIFIED Rosie, Matilda, Roto and Hilda, Lil, engraving, stone setting. Contact renovated, quiet location. Open to On behalf of Eugene Swan son of Larry Claudine, Luke and Melinda, Willie and May 1, 2004 in Kyuquot, B.C. starting with lunch Gordon Dick by phone 723 -9401. reasonable offers. Avail. July I. Call and Gera Swan and Rand Sampson, Aulomouve Employment Wanted/ Janet, Hudson and Janet, Angus and EVERYONE WELCOME WANTED: I am looking for someone Annie @ 723 -9706 alter 5 p.m. daughter of Maureen Sampson, Services Brenda, Gene and Mena, Pam Webster, To arrange for a boat ride call Marilyn: 332 -5270 to make Abalone buttons. Call 723- PAM AUTOCLEAN! "Well do Offered HOUSE. FOR SALE to TEN member on (Saanich). We would like to 7134. Esowisla 1 Caroline Frank. To arrange for a place to stay call Mary Ann: 332 -5938 your dirty work" Automobile cleaning T.S.G TRUCKING SERVICE: Moving Reserve. Newly added bdrm acknowledge, and also thank you to the Carvings for sale: coffee II' To Maureen Ellsworth, Chuck Sampson, FOR SALE: and renewal. CARS - TRUCKS - RV'S - And Hauling, Reasonable Rates Tom suite. Views of ocean and forest. Info: people, that were there in our time of For more information call: Kathy Jules 332 -5264 or table tops, clocks, plaques, 6" totems, Kelly Sampson, and Lil Sampson, Eno BOATS. 7429 Pacific Rim Highway. Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, (250) 725-3482. need, when we lost our Grandson" KyuquotlChecleset Band Office 332 -5259/888 -817 -8716 Pelkey(Saanich) for all you have done canoes, leave message for Charlie Phone 720 -2211. B.C. Phone: (250) 7243975. PRICED TO SILT 14 ft X 70 ft. Taylor Aaron Francis Charles Sampson (Absolutely no alcohol or drugs will he permitted during this event or Mickey at 724-8609 or do Box 40, for us, with the funeral and Luncheon PROFESSIONAL BODYWORK: FOR HIRE belie truck and driver. Princeton 1993 Mobile Home. 2 Swan" who, was born August 13, 2003 - Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 arrangements. you will he escorted out.) Will do professional bodywork and Need something transported or towed? Bedroom, plus 12 ft. X 18 ft. addition, August 13, 2003. Genuine Authentic basket We do realize that it has been some time FOR SAIL painting. 14 years experience. Marcel Transport/move furniture, fridge, stoves, Located at Spinal Lake Mobile Home To Grandpa Andy, and Grandma Debbie grass. Linda Edgar, phone now and we do acknowledge and Memorial Potlatch for Late: Iris Margaret Rose John weaving Durward. New Phone t: 723 -1033. outboard motors, your boat, cane or Park. Can be moved, relocated. By Webster, for allowing us to be at your 250 -741 -1622. only. Phone: appreciate everything that was said and Daughter for Danny and Leona John FOR SAI.F' 1 1999 Safari Van - 7 travel trailer towed or moved. By the km appointment NO AGENTS! place in Victoria, III for the decision SAI E: done for ow family. BASKET WEAVING FOR passenger, excellent condition - $12,000 and by the how. Call 250.7245200, 724 -5290. making of the what the arrangements, Grad Hat Regalia, Baskets, Weaving Thank you all it will never be forgotten, The John and Manson family are hosting a potlatch -A (000). Contact (250) 726 -2446 or fax BOARDROOMS FOR RENT: At the we going to make at that time, also to material, specializing in Maquions Hat fulmtlla Advisory for Histories, and if we missed anyone it was not In A housaht BC (250) 726 -2488. Tseshaht Administrative Buildings, Pon all the people of our community who, Earrings. Available to teach at Governance, and Constitutions (forming intentional/y. When: May 08, 2104 FOR SALE: MotoMaster Carmp Alberni. For more information call the donated and money which was sent to and workshops. Call Julie governments). contact Harry Lucas, at amen. Where: T.B. Hall of Ahousaht r conferences Cartier. Good Condition. Offers, call Tseshattt First Nations Office at (250) Vicmna, we used that for the I uneheon - Joseph (250) 729 -9819. 724 -1494. 724 -1225 or toll free 1- 888 -724 -1225. Larry,I Gen0 Swan for Eugene Swan and Time: 5:00 p.m. y 723 -3880. after the burial at West Atom, WANTED: whale whalebones, NUU- CHAR -NUJ TH NATIVE FOR Rand Sampson It will be homed by the Manson and John lath FOR SALE: 1989 Ford Econoline 17 RENT: A luolao(b organization has mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt J.ANGIIAGF: Transenbing in phonetics rent, family. So come one come all. passenger bus. Auto, runs great. $5500 moms to by the day, week or month. Congratulations Jesse George, You did it! trade beads. Tv. msg. For Steve and - for meetings, research projects personal Very reasonable rates for Room and Board. Iris was a sun r of kidney for a period of five obo 723 -2308. Elsie John at 604- 833 -3645 or Go use. Hourly rates. Phone Harry Lucas at Also, them is a Boardroom available for Your family, Xena, grandparents, aunts, and years. a We are inviting you all to come witness our FOR SALE - 1997 Ford F350, I ton, 0141 -720 6. St, New Westminster BC 724 -1494. uncles are proud of your achievement. We blessings of the meaning of family. crew cab with (Rallies and a/c. 55,000 rent. For more information phone 723- V3L3C5. FREE LANGUAGE CLASSES: at praise Dave and Rita for doing an excellent Chao! k km. $13,900. 735 -0833 6511. Call Hupacasath Hall. Language Instructor - FOR SALE: Native painting. 1990 1 RENT: 3 bdrm Ilene Suite, heat, job. We also acknowledge that you excelled in FOR SAI F. Ford 2 wd ton crew FOR Chieftainship Seating of the Rush Family on November 27, 2004 728 -2397 Tat Tatoosh. Monday and Wednesday Brad Nook.. (250) cab. propane. $2500. 735 -0833. hydro, hot water, phone, cable, blinds, sports, especially football. Your skills as a 11:00 Nights. 7 pm to 9 pre. (Bring your own stave, washer hookup, dryer. al a.m. at the Alberni Athletic Hall WHOPULTHEEATUK - Sandra FOR SALE. 1995 Honda Accord V6 fridge, running hack were no amazing that Howard, Mowachaht Cedar Weaver. pen and paper). Parenting Skills for Newer carpets and paint. Close to all (Gram) 4 door sedan. Fully loaded; Hat, Caps, Pouches, Baskets. Mats, Fridays from 3 pre. universities and colleges in the U.S. and TO ALL THE AHOUSAHT YOUTH, THE WELLNESS YOUTH and Parents and Tots. -4 amenities. $730. per month. 723 -8979. and Roses for Sale. Price Negotiable. sunroof, leather seats. A/C, high CONFERENCE SCHEDULED FOR MAY 13 -16, 2004 HAS BEEN EVERYONE IS WELCOME. cuu klwo, ROOM AND BOARD Canada wanted you. We hope that your Barter or Trade. Ph: 250- 203 -7628. mileage (highway mostly) Second ipiP POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. FOR MORE INFO PLEASE Edward Tatoosh, Certified Linguist. OPPORTUNITY): Looking for Adult ambition to work in the medical field is I mail:oomek tom owner. Must sell $8900 Brno Call CONTACT CONNIE MANUEL OR NANCY TITIAN 250-670.9589, OR 250- TSAWAAYUUS: SHARE YOUR tents fpr August I and September I, (3 BOSE AMBROSE: Basket weaving, Janice or Man at (250) 884 -7575. fulfilled, and with your determination, it will ¡ available), Non- smoking and non- 670 -2560. shawls, baskets, headbands, Ides. etc. TALENTS WITH YOUR ELDERS: he. Now enjoy the summer until your post- -' For Sale: 1971 Chev %ton pick up Volunteers required for the following: driNking Home. Located in Pott Alberni PUBLIC NOTICE: (south), close to has stop. Clean private secondary schooling begins! truck wino motor, also 1971 automatic ,Give demonstrations and/or teach ,, On behalf of Veronica Dick, Michelle for to be installed). Call Rick room. Tenants muO be clean and (needs basket weaving. carving, painting, etc., James, Chuck lack and their families, we responsible. S350/moni - Hydro, cable 'n 6 -1935. ,We also need cultural entertainment. would like to invite you and your family and Internet access included. (References CLASSIFIED CONTINUED Contact Darlene Erickson at 724 -5655. to join us as we CELEBRATE the Required). Call 250- 723 -5503 for info. Marine WANTED: Null- chah-nulth women that MEMORY of H. Thomas Dick (July 20, WANTED: Medical Equipment such as IKT- .5AIE: 1992 - 25 foot Raider. would like to join my exciting team of Employment Wanted / Services Offered 1942 -Aug. 24, 2002)and Tyson Jack wheelchairs etc. Can be dropped off at cabin, open fore and all deck, Mary Kay Independent Sales. not (June 3, 2000 -1an. 26, 2002). the Tseshaht Band Office.. 5000 Mission adjustable whoa bracket, tandem pyramid. For more information plea. Road, Pon Alberni. Contact Gail K. Gus Rissa Rae n SATURDAY AUGUST 281h, 2004 galvanized trailer. $19,900 without phone me, Rosllee Brown @ dell 385- at 724 -1225 Tsatana, wrlityaq,enl:, lames Swan IAll OCCASSWNS Gold River, Wah -meesh Gym (Time yet to be determined) with 2001 - 225 Mere. 9906. AHOUSAHT NATIVE ARTIST engine, 529,900 FOR SALE: Beautiful Native Design CALL: Red Optimax. Call Roger Franceur 723 -4005 FIRST AIT/ TRAINING: Canadian Size 5 -7. 724- RENEE PENMAN Original paintings. and carvings. (can Dress. New condition. Y . ADAM FRED MEMORIAL POTLATCH 9OATHMSAI E. MV Ropo - no license. Cross Certified First Aid Instructors 3049. (IR1Rî!68 401111M10 Mire orders) V As our son r focused a lot of his personal life to his culture, we feel that it is 40' fiberglass. Ex- freezer troller. Fully tavern and Alex Frank are available to food cart with FORT P.O. 84 - Ahousaht. BC. VOR-1A0 FOR SALE: Custom built ALBERiT,BC. »a,. Wd important to say good -bye to his presence here on earth, but to also celebrate the your group, office, or S . home (250) 670 -2431 cell (250) 731- equipped. Freezer system only 2 years each First Aid to grill, deep fryer, sink water pump, and lining of him with ancestors. Knowing our son/brother would want us to feed our can have up to 24 Elegant Advantage Decorating 5304. 000 corn old. Harold Little (250) 670.2477. community. Classes lots of storage. I owner. $6500, obo. 724- people and thank all those who came and shared stories, hugs, tears during the time LES SAM and Catering services wihaytdbemi.net FOR SALE - 40' Ex- troller and Spring students. Phone (250) 725 -3367 or (250) 4383. of our loss, we feel that it is important to ere this special day as early as possible. CONSTRL'.('l'ION Tracey Robinson @ home:723 -8571, nets made to order. Call Robert Johnson 726 -2604 for more information. WANTED: Sagas Sewing Machine to We therefore have decided to hold a feast for our family, friends and ask that each Strusesres Margaret Robinson @ home:723- 0789. Sr. (250) 724-4799. SWEEPY's CLEANING SERVICES: buy. Please call 724 -4987 *KJ of you join us to remember one young man for who we all knew him. On January Al Troll License We do all occasions Weddings, c8en n( avtd FOR SALE: Area "G" Samantha Gus: Need some Cleaning MISSING: White, toddler size Canucks 29, 2005 at the Maht Mahs Gym, beginning at 10:00 a.m. We will close the doors 37.5 ft. Contact Louie Frank Sr. at 250- Showers, Graduations, Banquets, x.Uuu-ekn-nuPflt done? Don't have enough time? Good with "C. Little, 099" on back. to hold our opening ceremonies; we then serve at 12:00 noon. jersey will lunch If you wish tJdmJktueaC, 670 -9573 or leave a message at the message Brunches, Dinners, Super Host and tvU,marAdtlet rates. Call 723 -7645 or leave a Jersey of sentimental value taken from a to help us or have any questions regarding this, we ask that you contact Gina Ahousaht Administration Office at 250. Food Safe Certified* 84 724-2763, Windows, dishes, Port Alberni home. Call 724 -6434 or Pearson (mom) at 723-4727, or Darken Watts (grandma) 724.4873, or low Watts (Lee W 670-9563. ) vacuuming. laundry, walls, shelves, etc. PROFESSIONAL available for (auntie) 724 -4987, at 723 .-Ewa 724 -2935 with information. -ECC TIONS or Alfred Fred (father) -2042, Marie Johnny (Duncan) 746- 38 1/2 ft license for CO 6.61 FOR SALE: "C" Workshops/ Conferences. Healing Custodial/ Janitorial certified. WOOD FOR SAT F: $80 per cord. woasa.u, mrommarraerm $10,000. Donald Mundy (250) 720- Circles/Retreats / Canoe Journeys. Memorial Potlatch - The House of the late Saiyatchapis Commercial house keeping/ home Leave a message @ 723 -1129. .xeP0mv OM Nana Jae 'Awn. 5841. Contract or full -time position. Holistic DUGOUT CANOES making certified and Food safe. FOR SALE; TREK fuel Unisex -amnu*mtatfaaa ANAMa,ad (Chuck Sam), Invite you to the Maht Mahs Gym, TRADITIONAL FOR SAI E: New and Used Barclay massage and aromatherapy with cwww GROWING THE CIRCLE new condition 4eYaoaanr Nets. (250) 923 -9864. Mountain Bike, brand Saturday, February 5, 2005 10:00 a.m. To honour Sound Sockeye Video . essential oils by Raven Touch, Please the lives COMMUNICATIONS GROUP: (used 3 times). Blue and Silver, kickstand WANTED: 18' - 19' Fiberglass Deep V contact Eileen Tahoe @250 -726 -7369 of family: Saiyatchapis, Harry Sam, Phyllis Sam, music / CD -Ran or DVD production, and back wheel -rack included. $350.00. REametNTML COaoEnC,Ai onrwA.r me, Fishing Boat, Soft Top, (Double Eagle, or 726 -5505. ó.vw website design or enhancement, book Call 724-3420. Stephanie Sam, Dakkota Rain McFarlane. 283 etc Call Dale or Barb o publishing, public relations, marketing, F. 4 1/2' a 9' pool table, 2 COUGAR 250 - 283 - 7149. FOR and training. Top quality professional years old, $2000. 728 -3537. cab 1 PAINTING MAILING HA- SHILTH -SA CANOE BUILDING: Will build canoe, productions at very reasonable rates. RENT: Equipment for power point C. John Jr. or teach how to build canoe. Call Harry FOR TO NUU- CHAH -NULTH MEMBERS George Contact Randy Fred, 530 (=mope Street, and DVD presentations. Projector and RENE Awmcnm.a ~_.r.r Lucas 724-1494. , HaS5iltb -Sa is looking for addresses offNuu- chah -nulth (NCN) members who are NOT 1baYYummaaAan ar.nauw. Nanaimo BC VIS 1T4: Tel. 250 -741- Screen. By the how or day. Deposit 100.115.0. roo.Arorems, FOR SAT E: 25' Bayliner powered by receiving the paper. Ha- Shilth -Sa is free for Nuu-chah -uallb members. If you want to ,6wa 0153; e-mail: randvfred/Onhawca-Chou! required. Telephone: 250. 724 -5290. GRAD JFWELLRY: in gold with 350 Chev with Volvo leg. Excellent receive Ha- 8h11thSa please send name (including your middle name or initials) to: MmION. Abnuarww~a*a TOOUART BAY CONVENIENCE WANTED: An old spanking strap flyer or just silver or gold. Earrings condition. 111,000. 735 -0833. HaShilth -Sa, P.O. Box 1383, Port Anneal, B.C., V9Y 7M2 STORE: Open Year round! Located on from the Residential era and any pendants, rings and bracelets. FOR SALE: 471 Motor, low bows, Call First Name: Initial: Last Name: Macoah Reserve. Status cigs available. pictures from CT Hilton in Pon Alberni a excellent running condition. Can be seen Gideon Smith. , (250) 726 -8306. Shirley Mack Proprietor. as Apt. #: Mailing Address: Represent Noun in the years 1964/65/66. Later known running. 724-1105. First Nations Graphics. Specializing LAKE MOTEL: New Hilton Elementary and is now privatized. City: Postal Cade: FOR SALE) 30' Farl Hull Gillnetter with NITINAHT in Native Vinyl Decals. (Custom Manager is Lucy Edgar. 1 can be reached Leave message for August Johnson @ * ha order to quality fora free subscription you must fill in Nuuchah -nultb First 2 nets (I sockeye and l dog salmon). Made/All Sizes). All types of Native at Office # - 250 -745 -3844, Hone # 250- 283 -2015 the MowachahfMuchalaht "Traditions are a big part of my Nation Le. Ahousaht, Ditidaht etc: 724 -1105. culture Graphics. Call Now! Celeste Jacko. 745 -6610, Fax # 250 -745 -3295. PO Box Band Office. MISSING - 30 HP Yamaha. Any Ph: 604-928 -2157 160, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 7M8. TRANSITION HOUSE Unfortunately, so is diabetes." q, information please contact Boyd or Josh WESTCOAST Phone Number: or Email: [email protected] INCOME TAX PREPARATION' $15. EMERGENCY SHELTER: For Abused Bonne. First Notlons counsellor Fred at 723 -5114 or 724-6491. Reward! Buck 723 -6749. and their Children on call 24 FOR SALE: SMOKED FISH, vacuum Phone Women 4iotaae of win -Choc CASH Need Cash between horns toll free 1- 877 -726 -2020. 0 Change of Address (Previous address) packed (by the sides), hags of Upsgwee. SOI1-13 - HELP SOMEONE YOU KNOW CALL 1- 800- aANJING paydays. We loan $100, $200, up to PORT ALBERNI TRANSITION II f Aboriginal Fashion Call 250-724-6341. $500 dollars. 100% owned and operated Call 724 -2223 or call the 0 New Subscriber? TRADE: Hot or cold smoked salmon DOUSE: o, Be,. e019 by First Nations. Phone (250) 390 -9225. nearest local shelter or crisis center. @I socuna I oe,dre° (vacuum packed) for a 9.9 outboard 1.41 Reminder-- Returned papers . Vstew,B.C. wall, Or (250) 741 -6070 ceL 401 Harvey HELP LINE. FOR CHILDREN: www.mataonouca are deleted from the mailing list. nyrs motor or W.H.Y. Call John @ (250) la(a517)9ea4979 Km. OM/ man Road, Namose Bay, B.C. 310 -1234. .,4 It's up to you to keep us informed of your address! 60.0606 00+41a00ra0+ 723 -3276. 20 Ha-Shilth-Sa April 22, 2004 N0EJXC0 BUSINESS NEWS International Marketingg & Exporting Seminar tools & methods that make a difference Tin Wis Resort & Conference Centre, May 6 & 7, 2004 registration: 8:00 am Thursday, May 6th, registration fee: $100 /person NEDC is offering a one and one -half day seminar to assist the small and medium sized First Nation entrepreneur interested in accessing international markets. The seminar will have a broad a broad focus and include topics such as: 1. the 3 R's of Exporting & Who is Team Canada Inc.? 2. understanding international consumer demand 3. government and regional programs 4. mastering the financial challenges of international trade 5. financing your initiatives - how NEDC can help you 6. exporting food products - oysters, clams, wild foods Participants will have the opportunity to interact with the presenters in both a question and answer sessions and one-on -one meetings. Should you attend? Do you want to: 1. explore marketing outside Canada 2. attend international trade shows 3. increase existing markets and explore new opportunities 4. expand your business 5. lengthen your operating /selling season 6. learn about local resources available to assist you 7. explore e- commerce options 8. network with other entrepreneurs, industry experts and resource people FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER: Contact: Katherine Robinson at (250) 724 -3131 or 1- 866 -444 -6332.

NUU- CHAH -NULTH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION w The Loan Review Committee Nominations are now being accepted for positions on the Loan Review Committee Duties: The Committee reviews NEDC loan applications and approves those that meet the criteria of the Corporation. Requirements: Loan Review Committee members: must be able to review, analyze and evaluate financial documents will be able to assess business plans will be interested and aware of the impacts of industry growths and declines on the Nuu -chah -nulth business community with business experience and/or training are preferred are required to sign an oath of confidentiality Interested persons must be nominated by: a letter from two persons of Nuu -chah -nulth ancestry OR by letter or Band Council Resolution from a Nuu -chah -nulth Tribe Submissions: All submissions to NEDC must include the following: a letter or letters of nomination a personal resume including employment, education and personal background The NEDC Board of Directors will have final approval for all Loan Review Committee members.

Please forward your submissions to the attention of: Al Little, General Manager, NEDC, PO Box 1384, 7568 Pacific Rim Highway, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2 For further information, please contact Al Little at (250) 724 -3131 SUBMISSIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE NEDC MAIN OFFICE NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2004 Nuu- chah -nulth Economic Development Corporation

7563 Pacific Rim Highway, (next door to Tseshaht Market) -

Office Hours: MON - FR1: 8 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4:30 pm, SAT, SUN, and 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 chah -nulth Tribal Council.