1 AFN to No settlement Four nations Skiers meet about in sight powwow appointed to Native for people attracts Order of languages of Lubicon crowds Canada list See Page 2 See Page 2 See Page 10 See Page 12 Controversy rages over sheep slaughter

By Lesley Crossingham Treaty Indians "should the slaughter was carried "A group of Indians themselves as Stoney "Just like the general abide by the same hunting out by Indians from drove onto lodge property Indians from Morley. public they cannot shoot A Calgary biologist is regulations as the rest of Morley...but why haven't and opened fire on animals - But Smith says that if this from a car on the highway calling for the restriction of society." Horejsi points out there been any charges ...when the lodge occupants incident happened as and they cannot use a Treaty hunting rights after that when the treaties were laid? It not proven that we protested, the Indians just Scammell reports several firearm in an unsafe the slaughter of a herd of signed a hundred years ago have abused our rights." moved upstream and laws were contravened. manner, "he said. big sheep near Rocky little thought was given to According to a report by continued the barrage from "There were supposed to Hanson agreed that the Mountain House in Sept- conservation. Red Deer lawyer and the road. Most of the be young boys shooting slaughter incident appeared ember. However, Gregg Smith, newspaper columnist Bob shooting was done by kids, guns, that would clearly be too contravene several Brian Horejsi, a biologist president of the Indian Scammell, the slaughter encouraged by laughing old illegal...also using a firearm restrictions, however, he with the Alberta Wilderness Association says Horesji is took place "on or around men," writes Scammell. in a dangerous manner that added he had "no idea" why Association, a conservation reacting to an incident that Sept. 21 or 23" at a lodge The report adds that might harm people at the no charges have been group, says Treaty Indians has been blamed on Indian near a point where the about 24 animals were lodge would also be pressed have abused their right to people. Panther River joins the Red taken by the men and that illegal...again why have no Smith has met with hunt. "According to reports Deer River. these people have identified charges been laid ?" Horesji and told the biologist Chief John Snow of the that the real issue is wildlife Stoney band says he has management. highway rest stop investigated the incident "The great European Louis Bull band builds and denies that Stoney hunter brings American Indians were involved in the hunters up here for big By D. Schreiber manager, says the first The project has been in "We're interested in incident. trophy animals and the phase of the development the planning stages for the having an operation that Ron Hanson, Native government condones Weary travellers driving will include a gas station, a past seven years but makes money for the band Liaison officer with Alberta that...yet one isolated along highway 2 south of 150 seat restaurant, and a construction only began but at the same time we're Forestry, Lands and Wildlife incident and these people Wetaskiwin will be able to grocery store which will sell last spring, he said. as concerned about agrees with Smith saying are calling for an end to our stop for something to eat fresh vegetables and meat "We haven't worked out providing services for the that although Treaty Indians rights," he said. and fuel up at any hour and will also house a what phase two is but we band can hunt at any time on Smith would like to see thanks to a new rest facility bakery. do know that it will have 100 The development site is unoccupied crown land, more control over wildlife built by Ksputinow Holdings The first phase, one of a campsites," said Berry. As located approximately 45 and do not need licences to by Aboriginal people that Ltd owned by the Louis four phase highway devel- for phase three and four shoot most animals, they could lead to economic Bull band. opment will open on April 1 Berry says the plans are Edmonton on the east side' t still adhere to basic Greg Berry, general of this year. still, "really vague." of highway 2. safety regulations. Continued Page 3

BER CROWF001-- Windspeaker TYKES IN A TUSSLE Little Johnny Windyboy looks like he just might be Recreation Centre (south of Edmonton) on Dec. 29 featured about 120 dancers. The rec centre was losing the tussle for a scarf with his older sister at a and 30. The two youngsters came up from Rocky packed as dancers kicked up a storm on the second recent powwow held at the Ma -Me -O Beach Boy, Montana to participate in the powwow, which night of the event. Results are on Page 10. Page 2, January 8, 1988, WINDSPEAKER National AFN sees language as step to self -gov't

ByL.esley Crossingham The co- ordinator of a in their ancestry led to the Aboriginal languages. express views on proposed chief who is attributed by language conference to be formation of the Parti Currently funding for government language many as the inventor of the A move to enshrine held in Ottawa Jan. 19 to 21 Quebecois, which de- language programs is policies. Luckes says the Cherokee alphabet. Se- Aboriginal languages as says the assembly is taking manded self- determination negotiated with the Depart- assembly's position is that quoyah's secret society and Canadian founding lang- its cue from the province of and independence. ment of Indian Affairs, but if Aboriginal language pre- was revealed to the whole uages is being undertaken Quebec which encouraged "Now Quebec's right as Aboriginal languages servation is "not an option tribe so they could have by the Assembly of First the official use of French in a distinct society has been become founding languages or privilege, but a fund- their own confidential Nations in the hope that a schools, street signs, enshrined in the Con- they would be under the amental and inalienable communication system revival of indigenous advertising and in govern- stitution," says coordinator jurisdiction of the Secretary collective right that ought that no white man was to languages will have far ment. Brian Luckes. "And no one of State. to be granted constitutional learn. reaching consequences on This resurgence of the denies that Quebecers are Luckes is also concerned protection. "The same is said of the Native self- determination. French language and pride a distinct society." over a recent report from During the conference Rev. James Evans who "The basic idea of self - Ottawa's museum of an Alberta delegation will many think invented the government has got to be civilization that states only conduct the opening Cree Syllabics. We know more than an Indian card," three Aboriginal languages ceremonies during the Evans did not invent the National Briefs he added, saying the (Cree, Ojibwa and Inuktitut) second day. According to script but yet it is often language and culture have will be in active use in ten Buff Parry, administration accepted that he did...we to be emphasised. years time. director of the Dr. Anne have to deal with the Currently only English According to the report Anderson Native Heritage obstructions that prevent and French share the eight are facing extinction and Cultural Centre, the accurate history from Fire destroys office, status of founding languages. as they each have less than details have not been final emerging," he said. Other languages such as ten speakers, 29 in ized the $3 million in are but .opening Parry is recommending damage Gaelic (Scottish) Ukranian, rapid deterioration due to proyers will be performed that the assembly look into Cree and Blackfoot are fewer younger speakers in Cree by Dr. Anderson the problem of inaccurate FISHER RIVER, Man. -A weekend fire gutted the considered heritage lang- and 13 are moderately and in Chipewyan by written history with an eye Fisher River Indian band's community centre uages. Luckes and others endangered. Ernestine Gibot. Shannon to re- writing the history causing an estimated $3 million damage to the centre say that Aboriginal lang- "That is really scary," he McConnell, a 14 year old books where necessary. located on the reserve 240 km north of Winnipeg. uages should enjoy the says. "Try to imagine no student of both Elders, will same status as English and Slavey, no Chipewyan, no then address the conference Other Albertans who will The fire destroyed an arena, a cafeteria and the be attending the conference band offices. French. Blackfoot. We have to do in both languages. Shinokta As founding languages something now so our or Wekimasikun, a natural include Ermineskin primary A meeting will be held on the reserve to decide school principal Grace how to deal with the loss of the centre described by English and French are grandchildren can learn our fungus found at the base of used in government and languages we have to get the willow tree will then be Buffalo and Pearl Ducharme Chief Wesley Hart as the mainstay of the 1,000 - of the Prince member band. court proceedings whereas people thinking about this. burned. Charles heritage languages are only The assembly conference Parry says he will be elementary school in used for cultural activities. will look into practical ways addressing the conference Edmonton. Luckes would like to for continued language on what he called the The conference will take Bands back to customs change all that as well as research and retention and Sequoyak principal. Se- place in Ottawa's Skyline look into the jurisdiction of it will provide a forum to nuoyah was a Cherokee Hotel. LAKE BROCHET, Man. - The caribou recovery from near extinction in northern Manitoba has meant isolated Indian communities are returning to their AFN urges bands to demonstrate traditional way of life. Officials estimate that at least 50,000 barren - ByLesleyCrossingham tied, legs shackled.)" aware that Indian people Erasmus encloses a list ground caribou have moved into Manitoba from the Also suggested is the will be criticized for their of towns where the torch Northwest Territories. The Assembly of First holding of an eagle feather support because many run is scheduled to pass, as Chief Jerome Denechezhe, chief of the Nations is supporting the in one hand and the torch in people think "sports and well as a map of the route. Northlands Indian band at Lake Brochet, says the Lubicon Lake band's the other, or displaying a politics should not be In Alberta the torch will return of the herd has been welcomed by his band boycott of the Calgary short message on clothing. mixed. pass from the British members as the mysterious disappearance of the Winter Olympic Games "I am sure that you and Cólumbia border and herd in 1974 had dealt a heavy blow to the and is urging all Indian your people can generate "It is a noble thought, but arrive at Brocket in the community because many people did not know how nations to participate in your own creative ap- there is little in the current Peigan reserve Feb. 5 and to adopt to a new lifestyle. demonstrations when the proaches," says Erasmus. state of world affairs that is then move on to Lethbridge. A spokesman for the provincial Natural Olympic torch passes He is careful to remind not related to politics. It Resources Development says this year's harvest of through or near their Indian nations that neither was not so long ago that From there the run caribou is expected to provide about $20 million reserves. he, nor the Lubicon band, Alwyn Morris, an Olympic moves to Medicine Hat, worth of meat to the 15 Native communities in The assembly says 44 suggest anyone "block, or gold medalist and Mohawk Feb. 7; Lloydminster and Manitoba, Saskatchewan and the Northwest reserves will be crossed by stop the relay run, or that from Kahnawake made a Fort McMurray, Feb. 8; Territories. the torch bearers and in a citizens of first nations be symbolic political and Fort Vermilion and Grande Nov. 18 letter Georges discouraged from partic- cultural gesture when he Prairie, Feb. 9; Namao and Erasmus, grand chief, gives ipating in it. Such an held an eagle feather high in Wetaskiwin, Feb. 10; Red some advice on how to approach would likely be the air as he stepped on the Deer, Feb. 11, Airdrie, Feb. Agreement upsets Inuit peacefully demonstrate counter -productive." podium to accept his 12 and, finally, Calgary, support for the northern However, Erasmus is medal." Feb. 13. IQALUIT, NWT. - Many Inuit say they are Alberta Cree band. unhappy over an agreement Canada and the United "The media may ignore States will sign on the movement of marine traffic in you or fail to transmit your Lubicons still in limbo over claim the High Arctic because it does not ensure Canadian message unless it is, in their By Dorothy Schreiber Fulton to become involved of sovereignty. such negotiations view, sufficiently news- in the negotiations. regarding Lubicon Lake The Inuit have also complained over their lack of worthy. Unfortunately, the The federal and provincial But Lubicon chief Bernard band." involvement in the negotiation process saying it was main criterion for news- government have failed to Ominayak is refusing to Federal negotiator Brian ironic that the Canadian Government sent Inuit worthiness is controversy. the Lubicon land with from settle negotiate governments Malone says the govemment northern Quebec to Resolute Bay and Grise If a First Nation's message claim despite a federal ' unless Fulton is allowed to will not allow Fulton to Fiord in the early 1950s to assert sovereignty, but or the matter it employs to negotiator's announcement act as mediator and report report to the committee would not allow Inuit to sit in on the talks with the attract the media's attention that an interim settlement to the made United States. parliamentary because statements along the torch run is could be reached, without Standing Committee on during negotiations could The new agreement requires that U.S. vessels uninteresting, it will be input from the band before Aboriginal Rights. be used the must seek permission from the government before against ignored," says Erasmus. the new year. The Cree chief says he government in future court using waters claimed by Canada. However, the Erasmus says he has Indian Affairs minister wants Fulton involved as a proceedings. agreement does not cover sub -surface vessels such received numerous sugges- Bill McKnight met with neutral body to "keep the as U.S. submarines. However,Lubiconlawyer tions on how to attract Alberta Attorney General talks on track and honest." James O'Reilly says "that's Iola Metug, a former member of the Tungavik media attention, including Jim Horsman before The committee supports nonsense" and advises Federation of Nunavut - a political organization, says greeting the torch with Christmas to review the the Lubicon position and that any the government has made a mistake by not Malone reports using the placards, leaflets or "first situation says Barb Deters, Fulton Inuit to assert sovereignty. unanimously passed a "which might make nation citizens can run senior communications motion requesting "E. would not be used in the "No one has to tell us who this area belongs to," he alongside or just ahead or officer for Horsman who Davie Fulton report to the courts." said. "We're already here for a long time protecting behind the runners display- says both governments still committee on the matters At present negotiations this land and water for Canada by living on it." ing symbols of oppression refuse to allow former affecting land rights, are "virtually at a standstill," (mouths gagged, hands justice minister E. Davie negotiations and conduct says Deters. WINDSPEAKER, January S, 1988, Page 3 provincial Olympic events aimed at public awareness By Dorothy Schreiber and their way of life, and $150,000 from the Olympic powwows instead of just toward career development The conference content secondly to take advantage Committee Olympique one in Calgary, the contract for the models," said is based on the ACE Visitors to the Calgary of marketing opportunities (OCO), $292,812 from was given to Treaty Powderface. development concept Olympics will have the during the games, says Native Economic Devel- Development Corporation, One of the models has which stands for Athletics, opportunity to discover Powderface. opment Program, and explained Powderface. signed a contract with the Culture, and Education he much about the past, $15,000 from the Depart- When asked his opinion Leather Ranch and was explained. The Calgary Olympics present and future of ment of Indian Affairs. of the decision, Youngman recently in Los Angeles to The honorary conference will provide a means to southern Alberta's Ab- The store will display, sell declined comment. model for the company, he chairman will be Juan "market our goods, our original people as a package and market authentic The second phase of the said. Antonio Samaranch the community, and event of Native programs our Native products produced powwow, a North American Aboriginal youth from president of international people...this will be the long unfolds throughout the by members of the Treaty 7 open competition, will be across Canada will also be Olympic organization. term legacy in economic Winter games. bands as well as Aboriginal held in Morley at the Good given special recognition That's quite an honor for and social benefit to the Co- ordinator of Native peoples form other parts of Stoney Arena Feb. 19, 20, during the Olympic Winter the organizers and the community. We want our programming Sykes Pow - the province. and 21. The Morley powwow games. Wind Sport Assoc- delegates," said Powderface. and future, derface says the total past, present The multi -media produc- received $35,000 from iation received $289,000 During the conference presented with distinct cult- Native program called A tions will show the general- OCO. from National Health and the youth will be able to ural values maintained." Culture in Transition is public that the Indian The Alberta Aboriginal Welfare Canada to organize "mingle with role models" geared to giving the general community is "not sitting Womens' Association, a a youth conference geared such as NHL player John public a greater awareness The major program is the still and that they're newly formed group, whose toward encouraging Metis, Chabot, and Olympians of who Indian people are Treaty 7 Cultural Exhibition (reserves) making every objective is to promote Indian and Inuit youth to Ken Read and Alwyn today and to break down which Powderface says will effort toward self sufficiency." Native women particularly attain higher achievements Morris. the sale of Native stereotypes about Native feature The Olympic powwow in the fashion industry, is and goals. A total of 55 The youth will also visit `1 arts and crafts and a trade people. will showcase Treaty 7 coordinating an Aboriginal youth between the ages of various Olympic venues The Native programs will show which will introduce dancers for visitors and will fashion show. OCO has 14 and 18 have been and will attend the powwow include the Treaty 7 visitors to reserve life also give Native people an contributed $30,000 toward selected out of approxi- at the Good Stoney Arena Cultural Exhibition and through multi -media opportunity to celebrate the fashion event said mately 600 applicants to near Calgary. trade show, a two -phase presentations. the Olympics in their own Powderface. attend the conference "We didn't want a powwow, a fashion show way said Powderface. Sheila Furs International which will be held at the conference that will just and a youth symposium. The exhibition will take The first phase of the from Montreal will be the Southland Leisure Centre keep them in a room and The chiefs of Treaty 7 place at Rainbow Lodge powwow, which is a featured designer along in southwest Calgary on harp away on the con- want the Native programs Arts and Crafts store which performing arts production, with the other Native. Feb. 17 to 22. sequences of drugs and to fulfill two objectives. recently opened for business will take place on Feb. 16 fashion designers from The focus of the con- alcohol. We'd rather point First, to generate a greater in the Performing Arts and 17 at Lindsay Park. southern Alberta. ference is the development them in a new direction, public awareness of Centre in Calgary. Each of the Treaty 7 The main fashion show of the "whole being, body, (give them) a challenge that southern Alberta Indians The exhibit has received tribes will participate in the --a $20.00 ticket event -- will spirit and mind," said they can't ignore," said performance which will be be held Feb. 24 at the Powderface. Powderface. Sheep slaughter narrated to help audience Calgary Convention Centre, members understand the but a free showing will be From Page 1 some restriction placed on meaning and symbolism of held earlier on Feb. 16 and Indian hunting rights. the dances. 19 at the Devonian Gardens Provincial Briefs development of wildlife. He "I have met with govern- The Calgary powwow is in downtown Toronto feels Indian people are ment officials and I will be being organized by the Dominion Square. often better qualified for meeting with them again," Treaty 7 Development A private showing for the this work than non -Native he said, adding that there is Corporation which signed a wives of Olympic dignitaries people as the traditions of evidence that Indian people $70,000 contract with is also planned and will take Work continues on dam wildlife management are do not conserve wildlife on OCO on Jan. 4 for the place at the Palliser Hotel. still strong in the Indian their own reserves. event. For the past few months as court date is set community. "The example I use is the The powow was originally ten Indian models from the "We may use 4X4 trucks, Peigan reserve, which is being organized by the Calgary area have been we may use modern rifles, ideal for deer, yet there are Blackfoot band under involved in a training and The Alberta governmeent will be going to court but on the whole Indian no animals at all on these former chief Leo Youngman. culturalenrichment program Feb. 8 to appeal a ruling that provincial regulations people still stick to the old reserves," he said. Due to planning problems to prepare them for the were broken in the approval of the Oldman River dam construction. rules of hunting and do not Horesji is also concerned and the decision by the Olympic shows. "It's more Lawyers for the and the Friends kill pregnant females, or over the opening of Highway Treaty 7 chiefs to have two than just a show, it's geared government of the will argue whether young animals," he said. 40 which leads to Kana- Oldman River or not Environment Minister Ken Kowalski ignored Hanson agrees with naskis country. The highway the for notice Smith and says on the goes through an important need public before approving the controversial $349- million project. whole he is very pleased elk- wintering ground and is Museum buys cartoon a in December with the way Indian hunters usually closed each winter, Despite court decision saying the the rules, exercise their treaty rights. but has been opened this By Lesley Crossingham a point of view." government broke construction continues Three the province was He says incidents such as year to allow visitors to However, Reese will not at the Rivers site as granted the big sheep slaughter are access the Olympic events A controversial cartoon say how much the museum a stay order. "isolated" and that the at Mount Allan. "This is the labeled "racist" by the paid for the piece saying the slaughter was "out of traditionnal territory of the Alberta Press Council has cartoon was purchased - character" for Indian elk and we feel that as many been purchased by the with privately donated Zone 4 former exec hunters. as ten per cent of the herd Glenbow Museum archives. funds from the Glenbow sues "We do work closely could be lost because of The cartoon, published Acquisitions Society. with the bands," he says. hunters moving into the in an October edition of the Assistant director of The Zone 4 Regional Council of the Metis "We hold workshops on area," he said. Calgary Herald and drawn finance, Joe Conrad con- Association of Alberta is suing its former vice hunting and try to get by Vance Rodewalt depicted firmed that the acquisitions president and director for alleged removal of At press time the entrails wildlife knowledge across a Lubicon "camp fire" society is a separate documents. of three slaughtered elk, to the band members." scene where an Elder was corporation :nat raises In a statement of claim, the zone asks $28,337.13 two of which were pregnant Currently the Alberta instructing a youngster. funk .,,ough bingos and in damages from former vice president Ben females, had been found government is conducting The cartoon included :.,cations from the private Courtrille, former director Ron LaRocque and along Highway 40. When wildlife management references to the sacred sector. former bookkeeper Marjorie Freidel. asked by a CBC reporter programs which are pipe, fermented blueberries However, Reese says if Contacted in his Edmonton office, Larocque said about the incident, and attended by Native people. and "white consultants" the public hopes to see the he would be defending the action. whether he thought the Hanson says there are who manipulate Native cartoon on display in the killings had any connection about ten Native people people. - museum they will be with Indian hunters, Gregg enrolled in the program, However, Glenbow's disappointed as the artwork Smith claimed the incident Fox Lake including two Stoney chief archivist Anthony will be kept in the archives. Power back at was a set -up to further Indians. Reese says the ruling had "We collect things that implicate Native people as "We hope that these no affect on the museum's we think will be of interest Power has been returned to the small community irresponsible hunters. people will go back to the decision to purchase the to the public in a hundred of Fox Lake after residents were forced to rely on reserve and pass these Meanwhile, the Alberta original pen and ink drawing. years time," he said. "Right kerosene lamps and candles Jan. 3 and 4. An armed forces Hercules aircraft flew to Peace wildlife management skills Fish and Game Association "We bought the drawing now we have it in our files. " on to others on the reserve." and the Alberta Wilderness before the press council Acquisitions chairman, River Jan. 4 to pick up two huge generators and However, Horesji says Association are seeking a decision," he said in an Calgary lawyer John delivered them to the community located 650 km he will continue to meet court injuction to close interview from his Calgary Armstrong was unavailable north of Edmonton. with government to have Highway 40. office. "We felt it expressed for comment'at press time. Page 4, January 8, 1988, WINDSPEAKER NCC(A) prez questions CRTC ruling

PONOKA By D. territorial passed a Schreiber affiliates basic national networks berg, in its proposal to the resolution last June during BUILDING that CBC now owns and CRTC, Allarcom Ltd was The president of the a Toronto board meeting to operates. The private "prepared to give jobs and of the support SUPPLIES Ltd. Alberta branch Edmonton Allarcom sector, in this case Allarcom, program slots to aboriginal Native of Canada - Council Ltd. in its bid for the all can do as well if not a better people." (NCC(A) Doris Ronnenberg news channel. job at no cost to the tax The Alberta president says she is seeking a HAVE A HAPPY AND payer," she said. has written to the 12 meeting with the prime The NCC(A) president NEW YEAR! provincial and territorial PROSPEROUS minister to express op- say she is extremely In addition Ronnenberg affiliates asking them to position to the awarding of disappointed with the - - says she is concerned that write to the prime minister Lumber Plywood Windows a 24 -hour news channel to CRTC decision and is the CBC all -news network and members of parliament Suppliers of Rough Lumber CBC. supporting Allarcom Ltd in its appeal to have the would limit opportunities to have the CRTC decision decision overturned. for Native people in the set aside. Ronnenberg said the area, of broadcast journal- The federal cabinet has Native Council of Canada "The Canadian tax payer ism. until Jan. 29 to set aside the and its provincial and is paying enough for the six According to Ronnen- ruling of the CRTC. Snowmobile accident kills Duffield youths By Terry Lusty with a half -ton truck. The due to blunt force trauma." of an inquiry will not be accident 11UILl) Y'()Ull. `IT()III,I) claimed Perry Their deaths "were instan- known for at least a week. A weekend accident on Rain 13, Dwayne Bull 15 taneous." Reserve and Clyde Rain 16. Industrial Park the Duffield Indian At press time, it had not Abram said that reports lives of three Box 2001 claimed the yet been established who from the medical examiner According to Ponoka, Alberta teenage boys. Joanne might have been at fault or and the police will be The were passen- Abram, administrator TOC 2H0 youths at whether there will be an forwarded to the fatality a the Medical gers on snowmobile Examiner's inquiry. The RCMP report board next month when a -5821 office, death was PHONE: (403)783 which attempted to cross a caused by states no charges have decision regarding an "head and reserve road and collided multiple injuries been laid and the possibility inquiry will be made.

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By Lesley Crossingham me it struck a cord and I being "savages" still domi- Museum of Man (now the fought back." nated even the minds of Museum of Civilization) Some call her a rebel, Dickason's family never learned professors of his- was compelled to display a some say she's a trouble talked about their Metis tory. Dickason decided to contemporary exhibition of maker, but they all agree heritage and it was only as prove them wrong and Indian art. that history professor Olive she grew older and began became one of the first pro- "The exhibition had just Dickason is a feisty woman to delve into the family his- fessors of history to special- been viewed in Europe and who knows how to fight for tory that Dickason con- ize in Aboriginal peoples. was due to come to Can- 3 her rights. firmed her Aboriginal "I used to sit in classes ada, but the gallery where it Recently Dickason, who heritage. and listen to these profes- was supposed to be exhi- teaches Aboriginal history "According to oral family sors and find I was person- bited was unable to put on 3 at the University of Alberta, history, our family is related ally insulted by what they the show, so the Ottawa made headlines for her fight to Gabriel Dumont's wife were teaching about Abo- museum was forced to hold t against the university's who was a Wilkie, but that's riginal people. It was then I the exhibition." W mandatory retirement just about all I know. When decided to specialize in Museum officials "balked" laws. I get enough time Ill sit Native history and prove at the idea of Indian art in - Dickason has won two down and try to work it all them wrong." the museum. Dickason, rulings, one from Alberta OLIVE DICKASON out," she says, smiling. Dickason began to study who worked in the gallery ...debunks myths about Aboriginals Human Rights and another Dickason was "raised in history from an Indian point at the time, organized the from an arbitrator, that say the bush" of Saskatchewan of view, but without "stand- exhibition and "just had a nizable as Canadian." board of the national the university should rein- and took school by corres- ing on a soap box because ball" watching their Dickason is now working museums. She will be state the 67- year -old. How- pondence. But, thanks to a there's just too much of discomfort. on a book on Indian natural working on the grants ever, the university is now kindly priest who saw her that these days," she adds. "They felt that Indian art foods and says Indian diets committee for museum appealing the last ruling and talents, she was later able "I wanted to see the had no place in the museum, were much more varied assistance. has applied for a stay of to take university educa- other side of the story and I but I thought it was great. I than is commonly believed. judgement while negotia- tion at the Notre Dame hope that in my small way I even tried to invite an Elder "They knew all the Meanwhile, in her tions continue. school in Saskatchewan. have made a difference." to open it, but they would plants, herbs and berries crowded campus office, But Dickason is far from Shortly after graduating During her studies Dick- not allow it," she smiles. and I feel had a much more Dickason says she has to downhearted by the uni- with a bachelor of arts in aeon found that, contrary Generally, Dickason varied diet than they do get back to work as she versity's action, saying she French and philosophy, she to current thought, Indian feels that the Canadian today." heaves a huge stack of feels confident that further "accidently" began a career societies were fully formed public ignores Indian and And, if writing a book, paperwork onto her desk. judgements will go her way. as a newspaper reporter. and the western idea of Inuit peoples "except when fighting a precedent- setting "One of these days I'll get "If the next round goes in "I was looking for work Indian "savages" was just a it comes time to publicize law case and teaching at around to cleaning this my favor they (the univer- and some friends took me myth. Canada overseas. Then university is not enough, paperwork up," she smiles, sity) would be foolish to down to the Regina Leader Shortly after her discov- they use Indian and Inuit art Dickason has just been then sighs as the telephone appeal But if neces- Post where I got my first ery Dickason published her because it is easily recog- appointed to the advisory rings. sary I will take it to the job. I later joined the Win- most famous book The Alberta court of appeal and nipeg Free Press, and the Myth of the Savage which even the Supreme Court," Globe and Mail," she says. debunked the old stereo- she says vehemently. However, after several types and proved that Despite the ongoing bat- years of journalism, and Indian society could rival tle between Dickason and three children, Dickason any other. the university she still felt a need to change Her next book, called retains her campus office careers and do something Indian Arts in Canada, was We would like to take complete with walls of completely different. an art review book which books, catalogues and She again returned to treated Indian art as equal this opportunity to thank papers which tower over school to take her master's to famous western artists, her.five foot frame. degree in history. But even rather than "cute Indian everyone for their patronage Pushing aside a moun- that wasn't enough; Dicka- crafts." tain of paperwork, Dicka- son decided to go on and "Some Indian art is as and support in 1987, look son explains that fighting is get her doctorate in history. sophisticated as any art in and not new to her. She recol- "I then did something the world," she says. "But lects her first fight which very strange, at least so often it is not treated as forward to seeing you in 1988. took place in a Saskatche- according to my colleagues. such in Canada. Overseas, wan school yard when I wanted to specialize in in places such as Germany, We also hope the new year another student accused Indian history." they love it and treat it with her of being Indian. Dickason explains that in respect." brings you health and prosperity. "In those days we just did the late '60s and '70s when Dickason's other famous not talk about it," she says. she was studying, the old - "fight" came in the early "But when that child teased fashioned ideas of Indians '70s when the Ottawa Happy New Year from the members, staff and board of the May Peace Be With You This Metis Women's Council of Holiday Season And Edmonton, Housing Registry and Throughout The Coming Year Edmonton Native Seniors.

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Page 8, January 8, 1988, WINDSPEAKER Rainbow program helps youth find tradition By Dianne Meili program for young adults, which started up in British "This is a dream come Columbia, and is now true." administered out of a These were the words of Lethbridge office along with Don Burnstick, Spirit of the Four Worlds, another Rainbow program worker, wholistic development spoken as he watched program. The program is about 300 young people coordinated by Doreen holding hands in a round Sterling, while Phil Johnson dance at the Enoch rec and Don Burnstick centre gym. are facilitators who go out Burnstick was raised on into the communities and the Alexander reserve and work directly with youth. was overjoyed to help his They have been to 50 people, especially young communities across North ones, find their roots and America and have worked grow up in the Native with about 3,500 kids. tradition, instead of "Awareness is preven- succumbing to drugs and tion," says Burnstick, alcohol, at a recent explaining it's his job to Yellowhead Tribal council plant a seed in young Eagle Flight '87 youth people's minds to make conference. them realize the con- Leading young people sequences of destructive .through round dances; behavior. He talks bluntly talking straight about to them about drugs, peer sexuality, drugs and alcohol; pressure and sexual DON BURNSTICK and giving their Native promiscuity. But first, he ...helps youngsters find their roots and grow up in the Native tradition identity back to them, are makes friends with them just three ways Spirit of the and gains their trust. the most powerful thing," have a hard time touching." lots of parents don't know The kids report they Rainbow leaders like "We offer them pure says Burnstick. Burnstick also sees a "lot of how to deal with (talking to enjoy the cultural activities Burnstick, are reaching out support. We get them to "We show the kids it's hang -ups over sexual their children) because of the program best. Said and healing the kids to help reach out in different ways OK to show affection. It's values" in the communities they're hung up, too." Jolene Alexander, of them break the cycle of through workshops and been ingrained in a lot of he works in. "These kids This confusion about Alexander, after a work- addiction and oppression physical activities. And we kids - don't talk, don't feel are supposed to be told sexuality has led to an shop: "I feel a lot closer to toward leading better lives. try to set an example for and don't love. Some of our about the facts of life at alarmingly high rate of my culture now. It makes Spirit of the Rainbow is a them to follow...that's often kids, especially Indian men, home by their parents...but sexual abuse. "About 80 me feel very proud to be per cent of the kids have Native." been sexually abused. The size of the group doesn't matter; Burnstick MOOSE HORN MARKET Ltd. Alcohol has contributed to DR. R.F. HAYNES this, too." has worked with both small and large, like the one at GAS Burnstick also sees a lot OPTOMETRIST Enoch which 300 young HARDWARE PROPANE ICE of teen pregnancy. "So, we people attended. Large talk about these issues with GROCERIES MRSH, groups are split into groups Visual Training them" and try to devebp a PHONE & Contact Lenses for easier management. sense of self -worth and Spirit of the Rainbow 331-3922 Native pride so they'll be OFFICE; 523-4002 workers concentrate on more responsible for their the kids, but they also work CALLING LAKE, ALBERTA P.O. Box 969 actions. with adults and parents HIGH PRAIRIE, Alberta Spirit of the Rainbow "because they're a part of workers need a week, or a the circle, a very important minimum of three days, to part." Before workers Year From Gordon, Agnes & Staff Happy New Happy New Year From Bob & Dawn work with young people in leave a community they try the communities they visit. to set up activities for the High Prairie RAVINE ESSO It takes time to establish a young people to keep Auto Sales & Salvage relationship with the kids active with on weekends. 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Or write to Spirit Have a Happy and Prosperous only talk to the kids, they of the Rainbow, c/o Four New Year From the Board establish a bond of trust Worlds Development Since and a sense of unity Project, University of and Staff Members amongst the workshop Lethbridge, Lethbridge, participants. Alberta, T1K 3M4. Metis Urban Housing 1912 12750 - 127 Street (Bsmt.) MUNICIPAL ENGINEERS SUPERIOR TIRE & AUTO Edmonton, Alberta T5L 1A5 SURVEYORS C PLANNERS PROPERTY APPRAISERS LAND CONSULTANTS (403)452 -6440 One -Stop Uniroyal 11405 - 163 Street, Edmonton 451-6465 Service Shop

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Winterhawk's Nik Alexander INTELLIGENT LUXURY FOR Elder's advice prompts rocker SMART TRAVELLERS. Elegant, understated hospitality. Strategically located to reach kids with music halfway between Edmonton International Airport and the downtown business core. By Dianne Mehl her. I really respect her. invited to the Saddle Lake Two hundred and thirty luxurious rooms. Fifteen She made the banners for Reserve by Eugene Stein- well -equipped meeting rooms. Complete facilities for functions see Nik Alexander, a Cree our rock group that you hauer, a great native leader up to 1500 people. The largest facilities in Edmonton. Indian, plays a raw, tough on stage. She gave birth to who passed away last Sep- kind of music as leader of my child. Do you guys real- tember. In a ceremony he A state -of-the -art fitness centre including pool and track. the American rock group ize how strong a woman asked the Creator if it was Fine dining. And sparkling night Winterhawk. He talks just has to be to give birth to a all right to use his music to life. It's all here. At The Coast as tough when it comes to baby? It ain't an easy thing convey messages to youth. Terrace Inn. giving kids the hard facts to do, you know," he "We sang about four tra- about sex, drugs and grow- explained. ditional songs I'd never For reservations ing up. Alexander captured his heard before. But, sud- telephone toll -free 1- 800 -663 -1144. "So, if you see this guy audience's attention as he denly I knew the words. I and you think you'd kind of talked straight about issues was singing in their (Cree) Or instruct your travel like to shack up with him that could ruin their lives. language. It was fantastic." agent. Coast Hotels - just 'cause he's got a cool He impressed upon them Alexander took this occu- Affordable Excellence. car...you better think twice. that if "you feel godd about rance as a sign from above Telex 03742753 You might just end up mar- yourself, you can stand up that he should use a rock ried to him and maybe he to the pressures friends and roll act, combined with starts to batter you around. might put on you to try straight talk, to put himself GThe Coast We thank for Pretty soon you're back liv- drugs and drink. on a level with kids. lèrrac Inn everyone ing at your parents' place "Look at me. I'm into "Anything can be a pow- their patronage in 1987, and you're wondering what rock music. I've played with erful innovator if it's used 4440 Calgary Trail North and look forward to ever happened to this guy Van Halen...and you better the right way. I've been Edmonton, Alberta (403)437 -6010 serving you in 1988. that you really thought you believe I've had lots of blessed by the elders to loved..." Alexander told the chances to do drugs," reach kids my way," Alex- females in the audience Alexander stated, adding ander explains, adding that gathered at the Yellowhead "my heart is pure...and I he also answers letters Tribal Council youth con- don't need that stuff. I've from young people who ference held last month in survived a lot better than write to him with problems. Enoch. others." "We can't just run away Strutting in the middle of Alexander has been play- from our problems. I know May The Best a large circle and flanked by ing music since 1975 and we have the answers inside about 100 young people has "always had a musical us...they just have to be from all around Alberta, he bent." His life took a turn- brought out. If I can make a Of The Season told.them how he had been ing point when he began to difference in someone's life, sober for the last ten years meet "powerful medicine then I'm happy," he and had been married to his people" and wonder if he concludes. Be Yours wife, Darlene, for eight could use his music as a You can write Nik Alex- years. medium to reach kids and ander at this address: Win - Happy New Year "And I don't fool around try to better their lives. terhawk, P.O. Box 464, On her, you know. I love Eight years ago he was Keller, WA, U.S.A. From Chief Ernie Houle WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR PATRONAGE Council And IN 1987 AND LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU IN 1988. MAY YOU HAVE A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. Staff Members PARDEE EQUIPMENT PAGEANT Whitefish Lake Band General Delivery, Goodfish Lake, Alberta TOA 1R0 Telephone: (403)636 -3622 II .,'® 1 _ ,i HUSKY SAVINGS :1.0 DON'T BE LEFT OUT IN THE COLD. 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ABOVE - Broadview, Sask.'s Layton Alexson. RIGHT - Jonathan Windyboy (far left) and Charlie Tailfeathers (far right) join the Rabbit family for an initiation dance. Dancers kick up a storm at wintry Ma -Me -O powwow I ne Four Nations ut Attendance was low the participants danced up a Wesley Windyboy, and Ulna Daniels, Sharon Sacìcileback Hobbema funded a powwow first night due to a heavy storm. Brandon Daniels Smallboy, and Darlene Teen Girls Tradit- at the Ma-Me-0 Beach snow storm which made Here are the winners Ladies Fancy (18- Windyboy ional Morning Dove Recreation Centre Decem- the roads hazardous and listed in order of standing: 38) Irene Goodwill, Liza Ladies Traditional Rowan, Carolyn Lightning, ber 29 and 30. The event Te enBaysFvey-Ten-moe - prevented participants Ewack, Danielle Tail - (40 -up) Ruth Bull, Betty Joette Slimjohn, and featured 120 dancers, 15 from reaching the centre. Goodwill, Craig Lewis feathers, and Maryanne Patrick Bear, Emma Ironchild, and Germain Bird drummers and $14,000 in But on Dec. 30 the room Teen Boys Grass - Kelly Lena Owatch Ladies Traditional Jingle Dress - Ellma prizes. was packed and the Daniels. Jeff Moosomin, (18 -39) Jean Ter-lc-toy. Jr. Girls Fancy -Kerry Tootoosis, Tina Bull, Cyr, Candice Gadwa, Patrice Tapaquan, and Terry McNahh, and Mamas Carla Bison Roan Mens Fancy Elvin Jr. Girls Traditional Windyboy, Tony Brown, -Jaycena Windyboy, Tendra Rick Cleveland and Crazy ALBERTA LADIES Okeymow, and Annie Bird Boy Bison Jr. Boys Fancy and Mens Grass Grass - John Windyboy, Johnathan Windyboy, PROVINCIAL VOLLEYBALL Quenton Owatch, Donavan Darrell Goodwill, Wade Saddleback, and Shane Baker and Ron McNabb CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT Redstar Mens Traditional

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Faust Elder Rose Auger believes people need a strong link with their cultural roots to succeed in life. PAL'S SUPER `A' But, Auger is concerned that Natives are losing their "Your Hometown Food Store" cultural identity. "Most Indian people have lots of desire and want to help our one, to find a peaceful way people. But, they need of life," she says. more than compassion for To create cultural pride their people -- they need to and identity, Auger feels know about their ancestry," that parents must shoulder stresses the 48- year -old the responsibility of teaching Elder. their children to have a Auger believes traditional positive image of their ways were suppressed Native ancestry. She when non -Natives inter- encourages her own children HAPPY NEW YEAR vened in Native life, but to pursue their goals and says Indian people share take advantage of oppor- the blame "for allowing tunities. NATIVE HANDICRAFT spirit and culture to grow "Education is necessary weak." because it means survival Auger is trying to rekindle today," she explains, WHITE -TAIL a cultural identity in those adding that some of her around her by helping them children attend university. discover their proud past. "You don't have to live in She asks "How many a tipi to follow the Indian ARMS, ANTIQUES Indian people know what cultural ways," reasons tribe they're from or what Auger. "Culture does not COLLECTABLES their Indian name is ?" mean you have to separate If you don't have the yourself from the rest of the BUY - SELL - TRADE resources to find this world. It enriches your life. PAWNSHOP information, Auger explains Once you have that you ROSE AUGER ar ceremonies such as the can go out into the world ...trying to rekindle a cultural identity for others 1 V sweatlodge ritual can give and be anything you want. people peace within them- "Indian people have been for that they so many years that they accomplishments Box 1855 selves and confidence. "We keepers of this land for need to be built up. You work for and take pride in. BONNYVILLE, Alberta TOA OLO need to acknowledge our thousands of years. But, they will take can help your neighbor by Then, maybe BUS: 826 -4647 spirit, body and mind as now they have been down acknowledging their pride in themselves." c ~

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Sports Roundup Special Feature

Barry Jackson, the 20- year -old Thompson Indian from the B.C. interior thinks his job as the Hobbema Hawks right defenseman extend's beyond a narrow strip of ice along the right side of the rink. He says he's responsible for the youth at his hometown of Merritt, B.C., who follow his career with hope and anticipation of what could be. SHARON (left) AND SHIRLEY FIRTH Jackson says that he and his brother Stuart, also a ...avid skiers appointed to the Order of Canada hawk, are helping "the younger kids back in B.C." by "clearing the passage" for hockey careers here in Alberta. Jackson says that the hockey here "is faster, tougher, and skilled." Firths awarded Order of Canada honor Off the ice, Jackson is enrolled at the Wetaskiwin Composite high school. Other than having his room By John Fletcher annually and the and board payed for by the Hobbema Hawks, he's total style or cross country Minister Lester B. Pearson number of Canadians in the events. Each has skied for on the like any other high school student. Sharon and Shirley Firth, Order cannot centennial of exceed 150. 17 years and each competed Canadian Confederation "I like to visit friends, gq for walks, take in a few Canada's premiere female The Firths come from a for movies," says Jackson. Canada in four Winter July 1, 1%7. cross -country skiers were family of 12 from the Olympics. (1972, 1976, Jackson says that he doesn't see himself in a appointed the Order of Loucheux Band of the 1980, 1984) full -time hockey career in the future -- he's surprized Canada on the 1988 Dene Nation and have Other Native recipients he's even made it this far. Governor General's Today Sharon Firth is New worked hard to promote of the Order are Frank As of Jan. 7, the Hawks were third in the North Year's list. and stimulate living in Yellowknife where cross country Calder of Victoria B.C. who Division of the Alberta Junior Hockey League. The This award is to honor skiing in she works for the NWT Canada. Both is named Officer of the team has 14 wins, 21 losses and no ties. Add to that Canadians for outstanding Inuvik women Government and Shirley is skied at Order in Canada and Chief 152 goals for and 190 goals against. They have 28 achievement and service to national and married in St. Etienne De international Dave Courchene Sr. of points, one point behind the Fort Saskatchewan their country or humanity levels longer Crossey, France. than any other Pine Falls, Man. who was team, but a long way from the leading St. Albert at large. No more than 40 American or Canadian The Order of Canada also named as a member of team, who have 56 points. appointments can be made female skiers in alpine free was formed by Prime the order of Canada. WINDSPEAKER, January 8, 1988, Page 13 Steve Collins on comeback trail, SPORTS ROUNDUP Olympic hopeful ..A source of By Kim Mc Lain manager Harold Delorme's truck broke down near business Radway on the way back from the tournament. financing for Delorme had to go get help and when he got back to the truck the ten bags of equipment that were in the back Alberta Native were gone. business Things are looking up for the 24- year -old Thunder The Ootenow Recreation Society president, Joe ventures. Bay, Ont. Native Steve Collins world class ski jumper. Blyan, is appealing to the public and says he "hopes You might remember Collins back in the 1976 Santa is still hanging around." Olympic games, only 16 years old and competing Blyan says the "big problem is that the hockey against the world's best ski jumpers. Then, after those season is still on, we belong to the Treaty 6 league, games, Collins dropped out of action for personal we're invited to tournaments," but none of that will reasons until this year. happen without equipment. Collins' first good news this year was that he The society would appreciate any kind of help you impressed the Canadian national coach so much that could offer. They're where politicans and nerds fear to he's now back on the national team. tread, upstairs at Edmonton's Cromdale Hotel. That's Hot on the comeback trail, Collins recently placed 8119 - 118 Avenue. If you'd rather phone, ask for Joe or fourth in a world competition at Sapporo, Japan. Metro at 477 -3576. Even though Collins has earned himself a place on EDMONTON STRIKERS: Oh Lord, it's hard to be the national team, it has not yet been comfirmed that he humble, especially when the Edmonton Strikers men's will participate in the 1988 Olympics in Calgary, but if volleyball team win so often. Suite 202 the momentum of his recent performances keeps up, "But we don't let our heads swell up," says coach 11738 Kingsway Ave. he might just get a chance at the gold. Robert George with another first place finish in the bag. EDMONTON, Alta one says in for At time, Collins pulled off a stunning double George that order his team to maintain a T5G 0X5 victory, winning both the World Cup and the World sportsmanlike conduct, they must "remember to win as Junior Championships. He still holds the record for the a club, not as individuals." longest jump ever made by a Canadian. He was 17 then. Their lastest victory was at a Prince Albert, Sask. Collins will find out if he's going to the Olympics Jan. tourney last Dec. 18 -20. The Strikers out -wrestled the HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM: 17. Broadview Spiritwrestlers to win the $800 first place SADDLE LAKE: The Saddle Lake Bearcats hosted prize. The Ille La Crosse Huskies won third place. a commercial hockey tournament last Dec. 19 and 20 at Finishing fourth was the Stanley Mission, Sask. team. the reserve's Manitou Kihew Arena where they won Out of the standings were Prince Albert and a team !Ie village ltd. over 11 visiting teams. called Moosamin. The Bearcats met a St. Paul team in the final game to The Strikers will try their skills at Frog Lake this Jan. win the "A" side battle and $1,000. Thé St. Paul team 8 -10 weekend. TUNE -UPS still got a return on their $300 entry fee, winning $800 for SARCEE: Couple of hockey tournaments at the second place. Sarcee arena during the holiday season to report on. Flresrone BATTERIES The Kehewin Redwings defeated the Goodfish Lake If you were over 30 years old, from u Sarcee, and Kings in `B" side action, winning themselves $500. The playing at the 4th Annual Old- timers Hockey CUSTOM WHEELS Kings broke even, winning $300 for second. Tournament last Dec. 18 you were probably feeling Saddle Lake's Jimmy Cardinal won the MVP and pretty content. TIRE best goalie award. Best centre went to Bearcat Robbie Alvin Big Crow sure was. He's Sarcee's rec director & BRAKE Cardinal. Frankie Moosewah won the best left winger and he played right wing on Sarcee's team against five SERVICE award and Doug Wheeler was the most sportsmanlike other teams. The Sarcee team emerged on top beating player. Saddle Lake's recreation director Ken the team from Brockett in the final showdown 10 -5. MICHELIN WHEEL ALIGNMENT Kekeesim provided me with this info. He was quick to Placing third at the tournament was Alexander. Also & BALANCE point out that individual awards went to St. Paul players present was Alexis and two teams from Morley. and Goodfish Lake, too, but he couldn't remember the Sarcee's Pat Wolfe won the MVP award while MUFFLERS players' names. Francis Water Chief, also of Sarcee, won the best goalie Teams that didn't make the money were Cold Lake, award. C3IFGoodrich T/A AIR CONDITIONING Vilna, Hobbema, Kikino, two from Frog Lake and two Big Crow says the tourney is an annual thing for (NORTH SIDE ONLY) more from Onion Lake. "guys with nothing to do over the holidays, nothing too Dennis Moosewah was the tournament organizer. serious." He said the games were no- contact and no Another commercial tourney will be held at the arena slapshots. Although there was no prize money given SOUTHSIDE NORTHSIDE MEADOWLARK this weekend, this time by the Saddle Lake Maulers. out, winning teams took home sweaters, bags and Twelve teams are expected to show. trophies. "And a free meal," added Big Crow. 465 -6565 479-3217 484 -1184 8303 ARGYLL RD. 11765.95 ST. 8805 -156 ST. Also in Saddle Lake, the hockey tournament that The next day, Dec. 27, the old guys moved out and was set to go last Dec. 26 was cancelled due to a lack of the young guys moved in. Six bantam teams met in a Ii1íJ entries. double knock -out tourney that saw the team from 4:1 OOTENOW WARRIORS: The Ootenow Enoch win top spot. Second was a team from Morley Warriors, the Edmonton hockey team, must be torn and third was the Blackfoot entry. Out of the standings with emotion. were teams from Kainai, Sarcee and a second Morley On one hand, they must have been feeling team. triumphant with their victory last weekend at Goodfish "They got a free meal too," concluded Big Crow. WISHING Lake's B side finals. It was the club's first win. That's all for this week. But in the meantime it you On the other hand, they must be steaming about the know of a team or individual athlete that deserves YOU A SAFE thief who made off with all their hockey equipment, mention here, give me a collect call Mondays, Tuesdays estimated at a $5,000 value. Story has it that equipment or Fridays at 455 -2700. Catchya' later. AND HAPPY NEW YEAR EDSON, MAY YOU HAVE A HAPPY AND ALBERTA PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR SE fRIENDSVp CE,p4

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HIGH PRAIRIE Top hockey teams clash NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE in Elk Point tourney High Prairie Native Friendship Centre Society By Diane Parenteau Birds were presented with sponsors." nandful of people could not $400. Norman Amahoose, have done it on their own. Elk Point -- The Kehewin A side finals followed Redwings assistant coach The tournament has Redwings fourth annual with Heinsburg and Cold was also involved in the been a club fundraiser Christmas hockey tourna- Lake Hawks competing for tournament planning. helping the team with travel May you have a ment was held Dec. 27 to 29 top place. The game "We'd like to thank our expenses. This year the at the Elk Point AG Ross remained close throughout helpers in the hockey team has their sites set on happy and prosperous agricenter. and then with 12 minutes in tournament," said Ama- playing in Salmon Arm For three days, 12 teams the game it was 4 -4. Cold hoose, adding that a B.C. in the spring. New Year and may played no hit hockey vying Lake scored midway in the for top spot in the two third to lead the game. only good spirits divisions. Heisburg scored two Teams came from local more before the time was guide you - from the communities, reserves and up with the tie breaker Enoch hosts settlements with one team coming with a minute left in Director and staff from Saskatchewan and regulation time. one from Edmonton. Heinsburg took home minor hockey Although the hosting the $900 top prize for their Redwings team do not first place finish. Second 4919 - 51 Avenue belong to a league, they runner up was Onion Lake tournament BOX #1448 523 -4511 managed to get most of winning a $700 purse and HIGH PRAIRIE, ALBERTA their ice time from exhi- third place in the "A" side TOG 1E0 By Kim McLain Hobbema, Alexander and 523 -4512 bition games and open went to the Saddle take Spruce Grove. The playoffs tournaments and average Bear Cats who received ENOCH -- More than a for the rockets took two 50 games a year. $400. Each winning team hundred children were days to play through, Dec. "The tournament is im- also received a trophy. brought together in hockey 27 and 28. proving every year ", said Tourney most valuable action at the Enoch arena Dec. 29 and 30 saw the GOLDEN BEAR Rolland Dion, tournament player was presented to for Enoch's Minor Hockey eight and nine years old organizer and Kehewin Troy Lorenson of the Week during the Christmas DESIGNS take over the ice. Categ- Redwings coach. "The ca- Heinsburg squad. Best holidays Dec. 26 to 30. orized as the novice libre of hockey is pleasing Goalie was 'Co "Good Medicine Jewellery" awarded Phil Tournament organizers division, it was Enoch to the fans." Hogue also from Heinsburg juggled 13 teams in three winning the final game over "B" side finals started on and Onion Lake Selects age groups over the five day SILVERSMITH APPRENTICE New Serepta. An Edmonton Tuesday as the Onion Lake received the trophy for had period. They scheduled team, called BB Blazer, Selects and Frog Lake T- most sportmanlike team. playoffs in four age groups placed third. The fourth Golden Bear Designs is expanding and an Birds provided an enter- The tournament was but a lack of teams forced and final competitors were assistant silversmith is now required. taining game -- a short shot billed a success by club them to cancel the bantam from Saddle Lake. The position will train silversmithing techniques, in the corner of the net from organizers, participating division. will provide strong cultural direction, will teach the Selects. teams and spectators. In a telephone interview, At press time, the results Native symbology as jewellery strongly relates to Despite the Frog Lake According to Dion, its Enoch's recreation director for the atoms division were the Native culture through symbology, will teach goalie coming in and an success is attributed to Lorraine Alexander repor- unavailable. However some lapidary skills, some contact with the public. extra man on the ice, Frog many individuals. ted that the seven and. Alexander did say that she The applicant must be mature and responsible, Lake was unable to score. "We'd like to thank the under age group had the knew four teams played off should have strong artistic interest, should have For their winning 7 -6 Kehewin Chief and council biggest turnout of teams. in that age group. The strong desire to learn more about the Native effort, the Onion Lake for their support," said That age group, known as teams and the results will culture, should enjoy working with your hands. Selects received $600. Dion. "And we can't forget the "rockets" division, was be reported in next week's Remuneration to commence after training period. Second place Frog Lake T our fans and all our won by the Saddle Lake sports column, Sports Very flexible working hours. team. The hometown team Roundup. This is a great opportunity to start a career as an came second and Alexis As for individual awards, an expanding artist with company. won third place. Other Alexander said none were Please forward your resume with a sample of art "rockets" were from given out. work if possible to the address below.

2728 - 14 St., N.W., Calgary, Canada T2K 1H7 Happy Tel: (403) 284 -9301 New Year Advocating Human From the Mayor Rights in Alberta and Council NOTICE OF PUBLIC mEETIMG We congratulate of the Town Darren Lund of Red Deer! of Slave Lake The Board of Trustees of the Northland School Division On December 10, 1987, Inter- No. 61 will hold its Regular Meeting on Friday Evening, national Human Rights Day, we January 22, 1988 commencing at 7:00 p.m., and recognized his leadership in sup- continuing on Saturday January 23, 1988 at the Divisional porting human rights in Alberta Office Board Room in Peace River, Alberta. by bestowing on him the first Alberta Human Rights Award. Darren Lund All interested members of the public are invited to observe, and to gain an understanding of their Board Darren spearheads an anti- prejudice group called S.T.O.P. operations. (Students and Teachers Opposing Prejudice) at Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School in Red Deer where A question and answer period will be provided for the he teaches English. public as an agenda item. S.T.O.P. was developed by the volunteer efforts of students and teachers at the school. S.T.O.P.'s message is about G. de Kleine tolerance. It advocates that all individuals be considered Secretary- Treasurer fairly, on their own merits, regardless of race, religious be- Northland School Division No. 61 liefs, physical disability or skin color. The group is continu- ing its work in the community and among schools by openly discussing the effects of harmful prejudices. for people everywhere. Noltit SCNOOt DIVISION No.81 S.T.O.P. is setting an example TOWN OF SLAVE LAKE

(403) 427 -3116, Edmonton Box 1030, Slave Lake, Alberta, TOG 2A0 To call toll free, consult your (403) 849 -3606 ACT Directory under Government of Alberta ÌC1 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION WINDSPEAKER, January 8, 1988, Page 15 1-Jandgame teams compete

for honor and prize money n000 By Kim McLain for their $150 entry fee. competitors were from Hometowners captained Alberta, including five FROG LAKE -- The by Charlie Quinney won Saddle Lake teams headed ADVANCE NOTICE corridors of the Frog Lake the "B" side final defeating by Moses Cardinal, Ray band hall echoed with the the Peter Trottier team Cardinal, Ben Houle, Vick sound of singing and from Kehewin in a best out Makokis and George Bretton. Symposium on Inner City Health drumming as eight hand - of three situation. The Frog Frog Lake was represented The Needs of the Urban Native game teams rallied for Lake team won $500 while by Charlie Quinney, prestige and prizes last the Kehewin team pocketed Kehewin by Peter Trottier. and other Minority Groups Dec. 26 and 27. $240. The Saskatchewan team Some games lasted four was headed by Charlie Playing up to two hours, but when it was all and Wapass. W.C. McKenzie Health Sciences Centre three in the morning over, it was Saddle Lake's with a Edmonton, Alberta steady flow of spectators Vick Makokis' team that Organizer Roland Quin- January 28, 29 & 30 out -guessed the Ray made for a classic com- ney, himself an avid Cardinal team, also from petition, said a pleased handgame Roland Quinney, tourna- player, said the Saddle Lake, winning the tournament "was a warm - ment organizer. tournament plus $1,000 up." The big competition is This multi -disciplinary symposium cash. The Cardinal team Except for a team from scheduled for this summer will focus on the health of urban Native and made a profit, winning $500 Thunderchild, Sask., all concluded Quinney. other minority inner city groups.

Presentations will include an overview of inner city health problems across Canada with examples of spebial Provincial program initiatives. Sessions will include consumer perception of needs from interested groups. Community Recreation Workshops will deal with solutions for problems of mental health, school functioning, parenting, prenatal and medical care. Methods of bridging Worker Program the gap between professional caregivers and Aboriginal peoples will Let us help you develop your leadership skills in the growing and exciting be explored. area of recreational and leisure time activities. Course Time: 30 Weeks This symposium will be of special interest to professionals in health, Start Date: Feb. 1, 1988 June 17, 1988; summer break, recommencement - educational and social agencies working in the inner city areas. It will Sept. 6, 1988 - Nov. 10, 1988 Course Content: also be of interest to political and social leaders responsible for these Administrative Skills in time management, coordination, office procedures, staff management, problems. For more information, contact Continuing Medical Education, techniques, contracting funding agencies, fund raising service. 12 - 103 Clinical Sciences Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton, - Basic computing Communications, interpersonal relations Alberta T6G 2G3. Phone: 432 -6346. Planning concepts as related to facility development - First Aid - Maintenance and care of soils and turf Equipment Operations including natural and artificial ice making, and refrigeration systems.

- Turf cutting equipment - Techniques in surveying University of Alberta - Power and brush saw applications - Small engine care and maintenance Edmonton Resort Operations & Development with an introduction to tourist related recreational activities and marketing approaches for entire concept. Canada T5G 2G3 Admission Requirements: - Minimum age of 18 or adult status For more information call the - Functional Grade 12. - admissions office in your area - Good communication skills (written and oral) - Applicants should have a keen interest in recreational programming and be highly motivated AVC Lac La Biche offers this program in Sarcee Nation Protective cooperation with Alberta Career and Emergency Development & Employment and Canada Services Police Department Requires: Employment & Immigration Commission Departments. ALBERTA VOCATIONAL CENTRE Two Tribal Police Constables BOX 417 /LAC LA BICHE, ALBERTA TOA 2C0 /TELEPHONE (403) 623 -5583 Duties: Enforce Sarcee Nation bylaw, such as; patrol all parts of the Sarcee Nation reserve as scheduled, by; - checking all non -resident vehicles on the reserve. With offices in: - enforcing traffic regulations. Athabasca / Ibex St. Paul / ties - conducting CHECKSTOP operations twice a week. Athabasca, Albeaa /TOGTOG 080 St. Paul, Alberta / TOA 3A0 Avc Telephone Maintain records as required, including: ( ) 6753130 Telephone (403) 645-6214 LAC LA BICHE - reports on results of CHECKSTOP operations. Operating ender U. wseceon of the e,e,sio, al Advanced Educasen - fill out complete ledger /diary; entries on all occurances reported and investigated. - a monthly statistical report to the Police Chief, as well as daily activity reports. Maintain an up -to -date knowledge of all laws, bylaws and regulations which the Sarcee Nation Police have the authority to enforce.

- attending all workshops and training courses required. Maintain good relations with:

- other Police forces.

- Sarcee Nation members at large. Conditions of Employment: 1. Must have a valid Class 1,2 or 5 Alberta Drivers license. 2. Must be able to pass a physical examination as prescribed by the coordinator of Protective Services. 3. The initial appointment shall be for a three month probationary period; upon successful completion of the period the employee shall receive a full appointment. 4. Must be eligible for Tribal Constable's Appointment. Condition of Work: 1. Must be able to successfully complete training in Advanced First Aid and maintain a valid St. John Ambulance First Aid Certificate. 2. Must be available for shift work, stand -by, and call -out for emergency situations. 3. Must wear full uniform at al times while on duty. 4. Must conduct himself/herself at all times (whether on or off duty) in a manner that will not bring the Sarcee Nation Police in disrepute. Summary: Under the policies laid down by the Sarcee Nation Council and within the authority contained in Sarcee Nation Bylaws, the Sarcee Nation Police shall maintain good order in all areas of the reserve (including Redwood Meadows Townsite). This work involves reforcing the Sarcee Nation bylaws, the Highway Traffic, the Motor Transport, the Motor Vehicle and Off Highway Vehicles Act, the Indian Act (except for Redwood Meadows Townsite), the Liquor Control Act and the Litter Act. Applications open December 21, 1987 - Close January 22. 1988 Interviews January 27, 1988. Applications available from Sarcee Nation Employ- ment and Human Resources, Phone (403)251 -7272, 3700 Anderson Road, SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 3C4 Sarcee Nations Protective and Emergency Services Police Department 3700 Anderson Road SW, Calgary, Alberta T2W 3C4 Phone (403)281 -6657 Mobile 281 -6656 Page 16, January 8, 1988, W INDSPEAKER A Happy & Prosperous New Year From Chief May you Don Calliou, Council & have a happy Members of The Band. and prosperous New Year.

COMPLIMENTS OF: CHIEF: Simon Threefingers COUNCIL: Jonathan Bull Theresa Bull George Deschamps Jerry Moonias Henry Raine Herman Roasting Harvey Roasting Stanley Deschamps & Members

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The Lesser Slave Lake Regional Council prosperous wishes you a happy and prosperous New Year. We are: New Year.

Sawridge Band From Chief Leo Cattleman, Swan River Band Marvin Buffalo, Driffpile Band #450 Councillors Sucker Creek Band Darrell Stongman, Gordon Currie Grouard Band and Maurice Rabbit and Whitefish Lake Band #459 Members of Staff. Sturgeon Lake Band Horse Lake Band Duncan's Band

District Administration Box 269 Slave Lake, Alberta Telephone: (403)849-4943

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