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Cover art: A Mother's Love ÂŽ by Jason Carter On exhibit at Bearclaw Gallery in Edmonton, bearclawgallery.com

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April, 2019

Jason Carter exhibit featured at Bearclaw Gallery: April 13 - 24 (ANNews) - The vibrant, yet serene image that appears on the cover of this month’s Alberta Native News is by one of Canada’s most acclaimed Indigenous artists - Jason Carter. It is absolutely breathtaking and Edmonton art lovers have an opportunity to feast their eyes on Carter’s art at Bearclaw Gallery from April 13 – 24. The exhibit is entitled ‘New Light: A Series of Stone and Canvas by Jason Carter.” In his own words, the artist described the impetus for this new series and the wonderful relationship he has with colour. “This past winter, I had the incredible honour to create a permanent painting installation for the Museum of Aboriginal People’s Art and Artifacts of Canada at Portage College in Lac La Biche,” explained Carter. “While up in northern Alberta, doing research on the incredible history of the school and the land, I also found inspiration in the sky - specifically the nighttime sky and the Northern Lights. “It took me back to a time and place in my childhood, when I was up north on Little Red River Cree Nation and the Northern Lights would light up the sky. No matter the temperature or the time, my cousins and I would plunk ourselves in a huge snowdrift and watch the sky light up. It was as if everything was purple, blue, pink and green, even us! I had never seen such colours. “I remember thinking so vividly, “How exhilarating is this new light?!” It was one of my first memories of colour, the concept of colour and the power of colour. Little did I know that colour would become so important to me in my practice. Every canvas I paint, I consider the colour, and how I hope it makes one feel.” Jason, a member of the Little River Cree Nation, is one of Canada’s most exciting and accomplished contemporary Indigenous visual artists, celebrated for both his paintings and his carvings. He had a solo show at Alberta House on Alberta Day at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. His work has been acquired into dozens of private collections (The Government of Alberta, The

City of Edmonton, AFA, Rogers Media, Syncrude, The Shaw Art Collection, The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo to name a few) as well, he has had several exciting public shows, including the Royal Alberta Museum, Art Gallery of Alberta, The Art Gallery of Calgary and the Indian and Northern Affairs Public Art Display in Ottawa, Ontario. Jason has been awarded numerous high profile commissions and in 2012, he created a 100ft x 7ft permanent installation for the Edmonton International Airport. He has also worked with The Wood Buffalo Regional Municipality and The City of Calgary on giant installations of public art. Jason created permanent murals for the Amiskwaskahegan (Beaver Hills Park) in Edmonton and was one of three artists part of the LRT/SOUTH Extension beautification project. He illustrated his first Children’s book April 2011, “WHO IS BOO: The Terrific Tales of One Trickster Rabbit” inspired by his first carving of a rabbit which he called ‘Nanabozho’ (inspired by the Ojibwe trickster character) and has published two sequels to the book. He also completed an 18-painting series for the Art Gallery of Alberta as part of the T-REX Program called ‘Urban Animals’ which has been touring Alberta, and he published a children’s book of the same name, ‘Urban Animals.’ Jason’s masterful use of colour, bold lines and majestic scenery combine to create a powerful sense of humility and serenity. His animals are simply drawn but their personalities shine through – often whimsically. His large canvases are magnificent, and his small canvases are sweet and inspirational. Be sure to drop by the Bearclaw Gallery for a rare opportunity to enjoy the whole series. The Bearclaw Gallery, located at 10403 124 Street in Edmonton is well-known and highly regarded as a fine Canadian First Nations art dealer and gallery. Over the last three decades, the Bearclaw Gallery has established solid relationships with First Nations artists from across Canada and has proudly promoted Canadian First Nations and

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The Dreamspeakers Festival Society presents: Celebrating Indigenous Film, Arts & Culture Together! Join us for the 10th anniversary of the Rubaboo Arts Festival and the 25th anniversary of the Dreamspeakers International Film Festival - April 26 to May 7, 2019. Presented in tandem, this celebration features extraordinary artists and their work, across multiple disciplines. Dreamspeakers presents and celebrates local, national, and international Indigenous innovation in film. Rubaboo is Alberta’s only Aboriginal multi-disciplinary arts festival, committed to developing and presenting new artistic works by cutting-edge Aboriginal artists. “Art is Powerful Medicine and it leads much of the work of Reconciliation in Canada. Our Elders tell us art was participatory and embedded in our ceremonies meant to communicate our humanity to the Creator, and to each other. We invite all Canadians, newcomers and visitors to join us in this celebration of expressed humanity and share in the work that builds our collective identity!” says Christine Sokaymoh Frederick, Executive Director of The Dreamspeakers Festival Society. View a unique Dreamspeakers selection of Indigenous films, including the award-winning Falls Around Her starring Tantoo Cardinal and directed by Darlene Naponse, and Three Feathers based on the graphic novel by Richard Van Camp. Indigenous youth interested in film can participate in Dreamspeakers’ Youth Day, and a free Talent Search with L.A. casting director Rene Haynes - who specializes in Indigenous projects, including Canadian features Rhymes for Young Ghouls, Indian Horse and the upcoming Blood Quantum and Night Raiders. Rubaboo features Kaha:wi Dance Theatre and Santee Smith’s Blood, Water, Earth, as well as Making Treaty 7’s Kaahsinnoniks, an inspiring meme creation workshop with @dadfights, Josh Languedoc’s new play Rocko and Nakota, a classic Rubaboo Cabaret with award-winning hoop dancing by Arik Pipestem, a Fusion performance at the Iniw River Lot 11 art park, an exploration of Body Sovereignty with burlesque artists Virago Nation and Iskotew Iskwewak, an empowering Tattoo Medicine for Land Defence Gathering & Action, a stunning display of Indigenous visual art at Galerie Cite, and a special Anniversary Gala to celebrate with films, artists and the Edmonton Symphony Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta (YONA). TICKETS: Free to $20. Film tickets available at metrocinema.org. Rubaboo tickets available At The Door. For TICKETS, DETAILS and FULL SCHEDULE please visit WWW.DREAMSPEAKERS.ORG Find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: @RubabooArtsFest and @Dreamspeakers HIGHLIGHTS FROM BOTH FESTIVALS INCLUDE: Edge of a Knife Sat April 27 at 1pm Metro Cinema, 8712 - 109 St NW The first feature film spoken only in dialects of the Haida language, telling the classic Haida story of the traumatized and stranded man transformed to Gaagiixiid, the wildman. Among Us - In The Shadows Sat April 27 at 4pm Metro Cinema, 8712 - 109 St NW The first fantasy feature film made in Greenland. The movie features angakkut (Shaman) and their descendants. Story inspired by Greenlands inuit kultur stories and mythology. Falls Around Her Sat April 27 at 8pm Metro Cinema, 8712 - 109 St NW Legendary singer Mary Birchbark (Tantoo Cardinal) returns home to her northern reserve to reconnect with the land. Living alone in an isolated bush camp, Mary begins to hear disturbing noises and becomes paranoid that someone might be watching her. Three Feathers Sun April 28 at 7pm Metro Cinema, 8712 - 109 St NW Based on the graphic novel by Richard Van Camp. When harm is done, justice must heal. After committing a shocking crime three young boys are sent to live on the land for 9 months to explore the power of restorative justice, and acquire the humility needed to return home and face their past.

Retablo Tues April 30 at 8pm Metro Cinema, 8712 - 109 St NW The life of a 14-year-old boy in an isolated Peruvian village is turned upside down when he accidentally discovers his troubled father's secret. Making Treaty 7’s Kaahsinnonik Wed May 1 at 7:30pm Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Kaahsinnoniks, in Blackfoot loosely translates to ancestors, and this performance gives us a paradigm to explore events of the past, present and future, because for us, everything is integrated. Youth Day Thurs May 2 from 9am - 2pm Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Youth Day empowers young Aboriginal artists and filmmakers to express their creativity, entertain audiences and share their visions. Free Talent Search with L.A. Casting Director Rene Haynes Thurs May 2 from 9am - 2pm Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Don’t miss your chance to audition FREE OF CHARGE w/ Rene Haynes Casting from Los Angeles, who specializes in Indigenous projects! Meme Creation Workshop Thurs May 2 at 3pm Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Indigenous meme workshop led by @dadfights. Howto's, references, origins, and more. Kaha:wi Dance Theatre and Santee Smith’s Blood, Water, Earth Fri May 3 & Sat May 4 at 7pm

Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Blood, Water, Earth is a ritual, an embodied incantation, traversing sacred alignment from cosmos to womb to whenua. Weaving performance, video and music/song, it channels the ancestral, elemental and the dream world. Fusion Performance at ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) River Lot 11∞ Indigenous Art Park Sat May 4 at 2pm - 4pm 10380 Queen Elizabeth Park Rd An improvised collaborative performance art piece infusing the lasting impact of the Indigenous public art park. Body Sovereignty with Virago Nation and Iskotew Iskwewak Sat May 4 at 8:30pm Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Explore Indigenous body sovereignty with burlesque artists Virago Nation and Iskotew Iskwewak. Tattoo Medicine for Land Defence Gathering & Action Sun May 5 at 10am - 4pm, Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Tying in body, land and food sovereignty, traditional tattoo artists will gather in Amiskwaciwâskahikan. Tattooing will happen. Everyone will be fed. Anniversary Gala with Caleigh Cardinal and the Edmonton Symphony Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta (YONA) Tues May 7 at 7pm Allard Hall, 11110 - 104 Ave NW Join us for our Anniversary Gala to celebrate with films and artists!

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April, 2019

Settlement details for former Indian Day School Students A Canada-wide Settlement has been reached in the Indian Day School Class Action. The Government of Canada (“Canada”) has agreed to an out-of-court Settlement with Class Members in relation to its establishing and funding of Federal Indian Day Schools and its subsequent control and management of the schools. As part of the Settlement, Canada will provide compensation to eligible Class Members. The legal action, McLean v Canada (Court File No. T2169- 16), sought damages from Canada for harms suffered by students who attended an Indian Day School. The legal action was certified on June 21, 2018 on consent, as a class proceeding in the Federal Court. The case was started by Garry McLean, who passed away before a Settlement was reached. The Court has appointed Roger Augustine and Claudette Commanda as Representative Plaintiffs for the Survivor Class and Mariette Buckshot as representative plaintiff of the Family Class. They may be contacted through Class Counsel at the address below. What is provided? Canada has agreed to pay compensation to eligible Class Members in accordance with the severity of harms they suffered while attending an Indian Day School. Compensation ranges from $10,000 (CDN) for harms associated with attendance at an Indian Day School to $200,000 (CDN) for repeated incidents of sexual abuse and/or physical assault causing long-term injury. Eligible Class Members will receive a single payment reflecting the most severe harms they suffered while attending an Indian Day School, irrespective of the number of schools attended. The settlement also includes a Legacy Fund that will provide $200,000,000 (CDN) to support commemoration projects, health and wellness projects, and language and culture initiatives. More information on compensation levels and the claims process can be found in the Settlement Agreement. You can obtain a copy of the Settlement Agreement and its Schedules at indiandayschools.com

Who is included? To be eligible for individual compensation, you must have attended one of the identified Indian Day Schools when it was operated and/or controlled by Canada and you must have suffered harm as a consequence of your Indian Day School attendance. The identified Indian Day Schools are listed on Schedule K to the Settlement Agreement that is available at indiandayschools.com. Receiving compensation If Settlement of the McLean Class Action is approved by the Court and if you are an eligible Class Member, you can make a claim for compensation. You must fill in an application form and send it to the Claims Administrator. Each eligible Class Member will be required to provide supporting material for his or her claim. More information on how to make a claim will be made available if the settlement is approved. Settlement approval hearing A motion to approve the Settlement is scheduled to be heard on May 13, 14 and 15, 2019 at the Federal Court, 363 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3N9. Class Counsel will also ask the Court to approve fees and disbursements for their work in achieving the settlement. If you agree with the proposed Settlement, you do not have to do anything at this time although you can choose to file a Statement of Support with Class Counsel, who will provide it to the Court. Do not send your Statement of Support directly to the Court. You may also speak at the Approval Hearing. Please indicate that you would like to do so in your Statement of Support. What if I don’t agree? If you disagree with the proposed settlement, you have the right to object. You can object by delivering an Objection Form to Class Counsel at the address below by May 3, 2019. Class Counsel will file your Objection Form with the Court in advance of the Settlement Approval Hearing. Do not send your Objection Form directly to the Court. You may also speak at the Approval Hearing. Please

indicate that you would like to do so in your Objection Form. Although Class Members may make objection to the proposed Settlement, the Final Decision on Approval of the Settlement is made by the Judge alone. Attending the hearing If you are unable to attend the Approval Hearing in Winnipeg on May 13, 14 or 15, 2019 but wish to address the Court, live video conferencing may be arranged at other Federal Court locations in Canada. If you wish to address the Court by video conference, you must contact Class Counsel at the contact information below no later than May 3, 2019. The addresses of Federal Court locations with video conferencing will be posted at www.indiandayschools.com by May 6, 2019. If you are unable to appear either in person or by video conference but still want your views on the settlement heard, you can put them in writing as described above. Opting out The order of the Court, whether favourable or not, will Continued on page 22

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April, 2019

Fix your hearts or die: Opens at AGA on April 13 Fix your hearts or die is a new chapter acquisition project that will be on exhibit at the Art Gallery of Alberta from April 13 – August 18, 2019. The exhibit is a call to action wherein the stasis of maintaining the status quo is equivalent to death, either metaphorical or real. It is a call to viewers to engage with difficult or challenging topics and the complex intersections that are present for Indigenous artists. Fix your hearts or die features the art of four talented artists: Cheryl L'Hirondelle, Daniel Cardinal McCartney, Sheri Nault and Adrian Stimson. The title Fix your hearts or die stems from the 2017 continuation of the cult television series Twin Peaks. In it, FBI Agent Gordon Cole (played by David Lynch) confronts fellow agents when they make transphobic comments out of earshot about Agent Denise Bryson, a trans woman (played by David Duchovny). The transphobic agents assume Agent Cole’s complicity in their comments and are shocked when he instead admonishes them loudly to “fix your hearts or die.” Although the casting of Duchovny as a trans woman is problematic, the message is clear: silence in the face of discrimination is stasis, the death of existence on a spectrum. The call is even more urgent for marginalized persons where death is not simply a metaphor. Many Indigenous men, women, queer, and trans people have paid with their lives for their existence. The artists in Fix your hearts or die grapple with these histories and make space to be who and how they are and to project this being into the world, for themselves, for their communities, and for future generations. This is one of the 200 exceptional projects funded through the Canada Council for the Arts' New Chapter program. With this $35M investment, the Council supports the creation, and sharing of the arts in communities across Canada. Cheryl L’Hirondelle is an award winning and community-engaged interdisciplinary artist, singer/ songwriter and critical thinker whose family is from Papaschase First Nation / amiskwaciy wâskahikan

(Edmonton) and Kikino Metis Settlement, Alberta. Her work investigates and articulates the intersections of nêhiyawin (Cree worldview) and contemporary time-place incorporating sound, Sheri Nault Indigenous languages, music, and old and new technology. In Fix your hearts, Cheryl uses a prospector tent, projection, and sound to create a space where alternate cognitions and a self-determining existence as a self-described half-breed woman exhibits and transmits unconventional, seer-like illuminations. Daniel Cardinal McCartney graduated from the Alberta College of Art + Design in 2016 in Drawing. He is based in Calgary and is a board member of Stride Gallery. His maternal family is from Fort Chipewyan, Alberta although he was raised in Fort McMurray. His maternal blood lines are a proud mix of Mikisew Cree, Suline Dene, and Métis. As a two spirit, transmasculine person, Dan sifts through questions of blood memory and intergenerational trauma. His main media is mixed media collage, performance, and video. In this exhivit Daniel lays bare the disruption of his family due to the damaging effects of residential school and connects this history to his gender identity and ongoing discrimination. Sheri Nault is an artist of Métis and mixed European descent. Situated within personal and political contexts, their art practice and research are grounded in queer, feminist and Indigenous world-views. They strive to elicit a sense of social and ecological responsibility and intimacy on a damaged planet, recently focusing on connections between bodies, sexuality and nature. They were a member of the 2017 cohort of the Intergenerational LGBTQ Artist Residency; and the 2019 Indigenous Art residency Ghost Days at the Banff Centre for the Arts. In an act of great care, Sheri Nault adorns natural materials with beads, human hair, and bondage rope to connect themselves as a queer Indigenous person to the natural world. In Fix your hearts, Adrian Stimson dissects and re-

Adrian Stimson

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imagines a violent engraving from the 1500s by Theodore De Bry as a series of paintings wherein smiling nude Indigenous men hold puppies while observed by Spanish conquistadors, rather than being torn apart by dogs, as in the original work. Adrian, a member of the Siksika (Blackfoot) Nation considers himself as an interdisciplinary artist; he exhibits nationally and internationally. His paintings are primarily monochromatic, they primarily depict bison in imagined landscapes, they are melancholic, memorializing, and sometimes whimsical, they evoke ideas cultural fragility, resilience and nostalgia. His performance art looks at identity construction, specifically the hybridization of the Indian, the cowboy, the shaman and Two Spirit being. Buffalo Boy, The Shaman Exterminator are two reoccurring personas. He is also known for putting his body under stress. His installation work primarily examines the residential school experience. Fix your hearts or die is organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta and curated by Jessie Ray Short, an artist, filmmaker and independent curator whose cross disciplinary practice involves memory, visual culture and Métis history. The Art Gallery of Alberta has a prominent location in the heart of the Arts District in downtown Edmonton, connecting the gallery and the community, welcoming visitors to experience art first hand. It is a world-class centre for the presentation of regional, national and international art, education and scholarship. The 85,000 sq. foot building, which opened in 2010, is itself a work of art that solidifies Alberta’s Capital as a world-class city. For information visit youraga.ca.

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Alberta Treaty Chiefs rescind support of Bill C-69 (CALGARY) – Citing negative economic implications of proposed federal legislation on Indigenous communities, Alberta Assembly of Treaty Chiefs rescinded a resolution passed late last year that had supported the controversial Bill C-69, which transforms how resource projects are assessed and approved. The March 26, 2019 vote rescinding the November endorsement of the hotly contested bill comes after pushback from Alberta Nations over expected negative impacts of Bill C-69 on their economic development and self-determination, particularly as a result of weakened investment in the energy sector. “We want a strong resource industry so that our Nations can continue to expand our investments in, and benefits from, development – as employees, as partners and as owners. The prosperity of our nations is closely tied to the prosperity of the energy industry, especially in Alberta,” said Stephen Buffalo, President of the Indian Resource Council. According to Indian Oil and Gas Canada figures, royalty monies for 39 oil-producing nations have fallen by $200 million annually since 2012, resulting in a loss of over $18,000 per on-reserve family of six, per year. Chief Roy Fox of the Kanai Blood Tribe, who sponsored the motion to rescind the previous resolution, spoke passionately about the damaging effects of the bill. “Bill C-69 has not yet passed but we are already suffering its consequences. The lack of pipeline capacity and investment have caused a huge price

differential for the Blood Tribe’s oil and gas development.” He continued, “I don’t care much when leaders and lawyers say the bill is actually good for us as First Nations. Not in the real world it isn’t. Not for the Blood Tribe.” While many Chiefs expressed support for improved environmental measures in the legislation, a clearer understanding of the impacts on economic rights and development resulted in the vote to rescind. “Bill C-69 needs substantial amendment to earn our confidence and support,” said Buffalo. Controversial Bill C-69, which changes how major infrastructure projects are reviewed and approved in Canada, has been touted in part as an effort to improve consultation processes with Indigenous communities. The Government is calling on project proponents to outline the health, social and economic effects of their developments on Indigenous communities. But these bills have significant negative impacts themselves. “The Liberal Government campaigned on its commitment to obtain social license for new projects. It asserted that only communities could grant permission. I will tell you now: I don’t grant permission, and I don’t have any confidence in Bill C69. I am fearful, and I am confident, that it will keep my people in poverty,” says Chief Roy Fox, Makiinima of the Blood Tribe.

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April, 2019

BONNYVILLE-COLD LAKE-ST. PAUL

Voting Made Simple Provincial General Election Voting will take place to elect a Member of the Legislative Assembly. If you are voting on Election Day, Tuesday, April 16, 2019, you must vote at the polling station identified for you in the map. If you prefer to vote in advance, from April 9 to April 13, you may vote at any advance poll location in Alberta.

Advance Voting Days Tuesday, April 9 to Saturday, April 13 ADVANCE POLL LOCATIONS Before Election Day, you may vote at any advance poll location in Alberta. Advance poll locations nearest your electoral division are specified below. Visit www.elections.ab.ca for additional polling locations throughout the province. Tuesday, April 9

Wednesday, April 10

Thursday, April 11

Friday, April 12

Saturday, April 13

Bonnyville Centennial Centre 1003, 4313 50 Avenue, Bonnyville

9 AM - 8 PM

St.Paul Senior Citizens Club 4809 47 Street, St. Paul

9 AM - 8 PM

Tri City Mall Unit 20, 6503 51 Street, Cold Lake

9 AM - 8 PM

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Portage College St. Paul 5205 50 Avenue, St. Paul

9 AM - 8 PM

Election Day Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Election Day voting hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Election Day, you must vote at the polling station specified for your residence. POLLING PLACE LEGEND: BONNYVILLE-COLD LAKE-ST. PAUL Using the map, find the number representing your current physical address, then match it to the listed polling stations. 001,002 Willow Prairie AG Society Hall 4906 52 Avenue La Corey 003,004,006,059,060,063, 064,065,066,067,068,069/070, 061/062 Cold Lake Seniors Centre 1301 8 Avenue Cold Lake

012,013,019,020,021,022, 049,050,052,055,056,057, 058,051/054,048/053 Bonnyville Centennial Centre 1003, 4313 50 Avenue Bonnyville 014,015,016,017 Glendon RCMP Hall 5302 51 Avenue Glendon

005,073,074,075,076,077, 078,079,080,081,082 Cold Lake Agriculture Society 4608 38 Avenue Cold Lake

018 Eastbourne Community Hall 60202 Range Road 471 Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87

009A,009B,009C,009D Cold Lake First Nations English Bay/CLFN Admin Bldg

023A,023B Kehewin Recreation Centre Kehewin

024,007/008 Cherry Grove Hall 5011 50A Avenue Cherry Grove 025 Elizabeth Metis Settlement Community Hall 026 Fishing Lake Communiplex SE 17 57 2 W4 027 Frog Lake Band Hall SW 28 56 3 W4

033,034,035,036,038,039, 040,041,042,043,044,045, 046,047 St. Paul Recreation Centre 4802 53 Street St. Paul 037A,037B,037C,037D Ayiwakes Cultural Centre 404 50 Street Saddle Lake No. 125 071/072 Military Family Resource Centre 674 Kingsway Road Cold Lake

028,029,030,031,032 Elk Point Pioneer Circle 5010 48 Street Elk Point

010,011 Ardmore Seniors 4902 50 Street Ardmore

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ST 25

424 63311 RGE RD

RGE RD 423

TWP RD 634

CA R

6A AVE BIR

1 AVE

897

VE 8A

ENGLISH BAY RD

Cold Lake No. 149B

18 ST

28 43 AVE

63502 HWY 897

5 AVE

ST VE 5A 13

5 AVE

49 AVE

50 ST

47 AVE

50 AVE Cold Lake No. 149B

Inset 2

2 AVE

S 25

49 ST

48 AV E

56 AVE

19 ST

45 ST

50 AVE

43 ST

47 ST 48 ST

51 ST

51 AVE

53 ST

V 53 A

53 AVE

22 S T

77 52 ST

T 55 S

AV AVE 48 57A ST

E NTR

54 AV

52 AVE

RGE RD 430

58 ST

897

57 ST

52 AVE 59 ST

61 ST

62 ST

0 P RD 64

53 AVE

1 AVE

38 ST

Lake

BIR CH PIN AVE EA VE

56 AVE

TWP 570

TWP 565

50 AVE

TWP RD 570

GOLF COUR SE RD S

57 AVE

40 ST

Heinsburg Alma

.19 COUNTY OF ST. PAUL NO

55 AVE

5 4 AVE

Fishing Lake

57 AVE

53 AVE

54 ST

Puskiakiwenin No. 122 Frog Lake

56 AVE N 55 AVE

St. Paul

42 AV E

646

Birch Lake

E 45 AV

43 AVE

51 AVE

48 AVE S

Elizabeth Fishing Lake

E VIN RA DR

S askatchewan

47 ST

46 ST

30-31 Gedeon Lake

Lindbergh Riverview

646

881

25 ST Y AURORA WA

TWP 570

Lac Bellevue

Inset 1

Moosehills Lake

Elk Point

Garnier Lakes

897

TWP 590

Bates Lake

52 AVE

57 ST

Reita Lake

RGE RD 95

646

N or

39-47

657

Beaverdam

50 AVE

897

RGE 30

Lower Therien Lake

Pakan Lake

St. Edouard

Muriel Lake

RGE 60

St. Paul

TWP 575

TWP RD 590

Landry Lake

Kehiwin No. 123

RGE 40

Lake

Beaver

Angling Lake

RGE 440

Therien 882 TWP RD 604 28

Cherry Grove

Cold Lake Crossing No. 149

659

48-58

56A AVE

54A ST

660

TWP RD 622

Ardmore

Bonnyville

5982

Cold Lake

59 AVE

55 ST

660

Pelican Narrows

Fort Kent

RGE 420

15 Glendon

Ri v

ve r

659

TWP 643

RGE RD 71

TWP 615

892

Elk Point

Cold Lake

Cold Lake No. 149B

47 AVE

Jessie Lake

55A ST

r R iv

Hilda Lake

Harold Lake

897

RGE RD 71

Lafond

Ethel Lake

Tucker Lake

La Corey

Stebbing Iron River Lake

Saddle Lake No. 125

Manatokan Lake

Marie Lake

50 AVE 48 AVE

LAKESHO RE DR

Inset

881

RGE RD 463

RGE 493 55

TWP RD 590

Saddle Lake

Barbara Lake

18 17 TWP 595 Flat

Lottie Lake

652

Marguerite Lake

RGE 433

TWP 655

RGE 453

RGE 491

TWP RD 592

Corner Lake

Bourque Lake

Jessie Lake

45 AVE

44 AVE

Cold Lake No. 149C

Sinclair Lake

Lane Lake

Wolf Lake

Stouffers Lake

Burnt Lake

TWP 670

49 ST

Standish Lake

48 ST

50 ST

Loseman Lake

Spencer Lake

BDRY

Hansen Lake

52 ST

50 AVE 51A ST

Canoe Lake

Barreyre Lake

8 E BDRY AS OF JAN 1, 201 TOWN OF BONNYVILL

SASKATCHEWA

RGE 493

50 AVE

47 AVE

44 AVE

TWP RD 611A

52 AVE

49 AVE

Scheltens Lake

Caribou Lake

52 AVE

54 AVE 56 ST

Tamarack Lake

56 AVE

54 AVE 52 AVE 50 AVE

66 ST

IAN FOURTH MERID

TWP 733 Ipiatik Lake

RGE RD 462

Royemma Lake

RGE RD 461

Liza Lake

46 ST

Bonnyville

TWP 760

Alberta Native News

April, 2019

FORT MCMURRAY-LAC LA BICHE

Wednesday, April 10

Thursday, April 11

Friday, April 12

Saturday, April 13

Fort McMurray City Central 9904 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray

9 AM - 8 PM

Portage College, Room #234 9531 94 Avenue, Lac La Biche

9 AM - 8 PM

Advance Poll Location

Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement Recreation Centre Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement

11 AM - 7 PM

Anzac Recreation Centre 237 Stony Mountain Road, Anzac

12 PM - 8 PM

Conklin, Ramada 104 Northland Drive, Conklin

11 AM - 7 PM

Kikino Community Centre Kikino Metis Settlement

11 AM - 7 PM

Janvier Municipal Office 110 Janvier Drive, Janvier

10 AM - 6 PM

Whitefish Lake First Nation Cultural Centre Whitefish Lake First Nation 128

11 AM - 7 PM

Wandering River Senior Drop In Centre 5016 53 Street, Wandering River

9 AM - 4 PM

12 PM - 7 PM

Election Day Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Election Day voting hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Election Day, you must vote at the polling station specified for your residence. POLLING PLACE LEGEND: FORT MCMURRAY-LAC LA BICHE Using the map, find the number representing your current physical address, then match it to the listed polling stations. 001,002,003,004,005,006 St. Gabriel School 585 Signal Road Fort McMurray

029,030,031 Good Shepherd School 211 Beacon Hill Drive Fort McMurray

041 Conklin Ramada 104 Northland Drive Conklin

055 Rich Lake Museum 11378B Township Road 640A Lac La Biche County

007,008,009,010,011,012,013 Ecole St.Paul School 429 Ross Haven Drive Fort McMurray

033,034,035,036,037 Quality Hotel, Ballroom B 424 Gregoire Drive Fort McMurray

042 Wandering River Senior Drop In Centre 5016 53 Street Wandering River

057 Craigend Hall 65038 Range Road 134 Lac La Biche County

014,015,016,017A,017B Fort McMurray City Central 9904 Franklin Avenue Fort McMurray

038 Vista Ridge All Seasons Park 1 Spruce Valley Drive Saprae Creek

043,044 Owl River Recreation Centre 68443 Range Road 135 Owl River

018,019,020,021,022,032 Father Turcotte School 8553 Franklin Avenue Fort McMurray

039 Anzac Recreation Centre 237 Stony Mountain Road Anzac

046,051,045A,045B Plamondon Festival Centre 9626 101 Avenue Plamondon

024,025,026,027,028,023A,023B Father Beauregard School 255 Athabasca Avenue Fort McMurray

040 Janvier Municipal Office 110 Janvier Drive Janvier

047,048,049,050,052,053,054,056 Bold Centre, Devon Room 8702 91 Avenue Lac La Biche

058 Hylo Community Hall 901 8 Avenue Hylo 059 Buffalo Lake Senior Drop In Centre Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement 060 Kikino Community Centre Kikino Metis Settlement 061 Whitefish Lake First Nation Cultural Centre Whitefish Lake First Nation 128

Returning Office Returning Officer: Sherry Campbell 9902 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2K5 Telephone: 587.604.0965 | Toll Free: 1.833.841.6760 Email Address: ro.60@elections.ab.ca Office hours: Monday to Friday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Results of the official count will be available on Friday, April 26, 2019 at www.elections.ab.ca.

April, 2019

Alberta Native News

FORT MCMURRAY-LAC LA BICHE

Voting Made Simple Please refer to Polling Place Legend on previous page.

ive

TWP RD 670

Han g

36 Fort McMurray South of Hangingstone River 63

TWP 885A

NIA

32 TWP 885 36

37 TWP 883A

Han gin gst on e

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OF URBA N SERV ICE AREA FORT MCMU RRAY 2018 1, BOUN DARY AS OF JAN

GREY CR

885A

GREELY RD

TWP

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RGE 131

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KIN L DR G ST

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Ha n

ME F RC ATHE RE DI S R RIE T D

RIC HA RD ISO ST NS T

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Ath ab T GS

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D ER SIT MP

TWP 891

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29 63 32

D ILL

Riv

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OF JAN 1, 2018

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PE GR RI EG ME O TE IRE R TR CR

lin Sa

TW P 890

33 G RE R ED GREGOI R

DARY AS URBAN SERVICE AREA BOUN

BEA VER CL LODG E

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RGE R D 16

OR EM IA L DR

IRE D R GO

HAMLE T

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Fort McMurray

L DR

HIST OR IC

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RGE RD 163

ROVE

14 63

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A BE

NK LI AV N E

R iv e

OOD DR

201 ABASAND DR

FIT Z

RG AL DE AVE

River rse Ho

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8 D AL R SIGN

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HIL ON

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RG E 93

DR Ha ngi

C BEA

AC 30 O

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FR A

GE R AV ALD E

SW OTT ABB

O AU R

AV E

19 V E

L D P S AN

T HICKW O OD B

BEA VER CL GLEN BEALE CR

BI G GS

AL BI ON DR

sca Rive r

HA RD

HILLT CR

SIGNAL RD

ELMORE

BEAU FO CR RT

FR AN KL IN

AVE

MORIAL ME D

A BE

N CO

L HIL

RA VE

23 CHARLES

H or

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HAINEAULT ST

FR A

FR AN K AV LIN E

CA BAS ATHA AVE

RGE 101

AV E

IFTON AVE

Outlet Lake

D S I G N AL R

FR AN KL IN

IL L

D ILL SAN ENH ASP DR ABA DR

RGE RD161

Plamondon 100 ST

TWP 675A

100 OLD TR AVE RGE 161A

98 AVE 96A AVE

98 ST

102 AVE 101 AVE

RY DA

2018

ve Ri

S IL

Beaver Lake

ter

T ES OR N F RD

ES DR

LYN ST

L RI A MO

EYMUND SO RD N

L VE R DR

OOD DR

CA BAS ATHA CR

99 ST

NDON BOU

RGE 162

PLAMO OF

95 ST 36

ROM ANY ST

E CO SIM Y WA

LL CR

SW OTT ABB

858

TWP RD 680

VE GRO ALDER AVE

68 1

TWP RD 670 Beaver Lake

Dore Lake

BICHE BOUNDARY AS OF JAN 1,

663

a rw

AL SIGN RD

DR T IN AR WEBB L M DR A E

TUNDRA DR

OOD DR WESTW

WILLI AM GDN S

D B 12 THI C K W OO T 4

WOOD BUFFALO WAY

TWP 682

A A UROR BASC A PL ATHAAVE

E AV 88

ea Cl

Fort McMurray North of Hangingstone River

881

Leicester Lake

90 AVE

TW P

McCarthy Lake Field Lake

Horse Lake

Birkland Lake

URBAN SERVICE AREA OF LAC LA

Plamondon

Claude Lake

TWP 884A

RGE 83

663

RGE 101

TWP RD 670

White Fish Lake No. 128

Lac la Biche

RGE 85

Y NTY BOUNDAR

H E C OU

RGE 120

RGE 130

RGE 131

55 Fork Lake

866

Lakeview Estates

Antoine Lake

O ODWARD LN

663

I LLIA M S DR

Buffalo Lake Kikino

Pinehurst Lake

LAC

Seibert TWP 660 Lake

RGE 103

Beaver 56 Lake No. 131

RGE 130

RG E 150

654

TWP 670

RGE 142

TWP 662 Hylo Venice TWP

TWP 663 54 Touchwood 680 Lake Lac La Biche

90 AVE

881

BIC

RGE 150 47-50

RGE 150

Missawawi Lake

TWP 692

E AV 88

91 AVE

RGE RD 140B

RGE 93

RGE 160 RGE 151

RGE 150

RGE 170 RGE 162

RGE RD 160

Rive r

A t h ab

RG E 1 7 0

TWP 675

TWP RD 670

881

Heart Lake

92 AVE

TWP 675

91 AVE

4546

Lake

TWP 691 858 Lac La Biche

Plamondon 55 51

855

Heart Lake No. 167Logan

881

3 10

TWP 693

Grist Lake

RGE RD 135

TWP 733

18 AS OF JAN 1, 2 0

Clyde Behan Lake Lake

TWP 710

Wiau Lake

55 52

47 102 ST

750

TWP 760

Winefred Lake

VE 1A

Wandering River Breynat

881

Lac La Biche County TWP

NASHIM DR

103 ST RGE140A RD

Athabasca County

Winefred Lake No. 194B

ALEX HAM ANDER PARKILTON RD

Christina Lake

50 107 ST

McMillan Lake

Lac la Biche

Lake

Lac La Biche

13442 LAKELAND DR

Downtown Lac La Biche

TWP 780 Conklin

TWP 750

Jackfish

Janvier Lake South

RGE 100

TWP 803

Cowper Lake Bohn Cowper No. 194A

95 ST

Janvier No. 194

RGE 130

RGE 140

Lake

TWP 810

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo TWP 810 Mariana

North Watchusk Lake

RGE RD 134

Ath ab asc

881

Riv er

a R ve

Gipsy Birch Lake Lake Garson Lake

AN SASKATCHEW

Gregoire Lake No.176

Gordon Lake

Willow

Gregoire Lake Anzac Lake Estates

TWP 880

RGE 30

Fort McMurray 1-37

Clearwater No. 175

Saprae Creek

ABA

Ri v e r a c b a as

95 ST

Cle arwa ter R

Alberta Native News

April, 2019

FORT MCMURRAY-WOOD BUFFALO

Wednesday, April 10

Thursday, April 11

Friday, April 12

Saturday, April 13

Meadow Creek Village Clubhouse 152 Millennium Gate, Fort McMurray

9 AM - 8 PM

Mamawi Hall - Seniors Hall 128 Cardinal Avenue, Fort Chipewyan

9 AM - 8 PM

Smith Landing Band Office Smith Landing, Fort Smith

9 AM - 8 PM

Suncor Fort Hills

9 AM - 8 PM

Advance Poll Location

CNRL Horizon

9 AM - 8 PM

CNRL Richardson McKay

9 AM - 8 PM

CNRL Albian Sands

9 AM - 8 PM

002 Mamawi Hall - Seniors Hall 128 Cardinal Avenue Fort Chipewyan

003 Fort McKay First Nation 94405 Fort McKay Road Fort McKay No. 174

008,009,010,011,012,015,016 Holy Trinity School 230 Powder Drive Fort McMurray

013A,013B,006A,006B,004/005 Elsie Yanik School 331 Callen Drive Fort McMurray

024,026,007A,007B,023A,023B,025A,025B St. Kateri School 301 Sparrow Hawk Drive Fort McMurray

014,017,018,031,032,033,019/020 Syncrude Clubhouse 101 Cartier Road Fort McMurray

035,036,037,038,039,040,041 Sister Mary Phillips School 177 Dickins Drive Fort McMurray

021,022,027,028,029,030,034 St. Anne School 101 Brett Drive Fort McMurray

Returning Office Returning Officer: Lori Sutinen 9902 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2K5 Telephone: 587.604.6976 | Toll Free: 1.833.841.6761 Email Address: ro.61@elections.ab.ca Office hours: Monday to Friday – 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Results of the official count will be available on Friday, April 26, 2019 at www.elections.ab.ca.

April, 2019

Alberta Native News

FORT MCMURRAY-WOOD BUFFALO

Voting Made Simple Please refer to Polling Place Legend on previous page.

NORTHWEST TERRITORIES Kilome Lake

Thebathi Indian Reserve No. 196

Snake Lake

Tsu Nedehe Tue No. 196H

Peace Point No. 222

i ve

TWP 1170

ac e

Devil’s Gate No. 220

Baril Lake

TWP 1120

A OF URBAN SERVICE ARE

A RY DR COVENT

CALL EN D R

a basc Atha

6 12

K DR AW S PARR

25 41

40 39

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DO MI N DR ION

RTERET DR

S DICKIN R D

D AL

LOUTIT RD

EG L E RT

D O N DR

21 BRE

WAY ERATION CONFED 23

Rive

O PA R S

R SC

P LA M

RA 16

TO W RD ER

K EE

DR TE ET

CR OW R B IN D

CA RT 20 IER RD

PAQ U

14 18

IUM

MILLEN

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Ath

Fort Mackay

OF WOOD BUFFA L

Chipewyan No. 201 Chipewyan No. 201E

Chipewyan No. 201F Chipewyan No. 201G

McClelland Lake Fort McKay No. 174C

No. 174A

O BOUNDARY

Gardiner Namur Lakes River

Chipewyan No. 201A

Fort McKay No. 174

TWP 940

IAN FOURTH MERID

REGIONAL MUNICIPALIT Y

FORT MCMURRAY

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Lake Athabasca

Fort Chipewyan

Old Fort No. 217

Wood Buffalo National Park

Fort McMurray

UARY 1, 2019 BOUNDARY AS OF JAN

Sandy Point No. 221

Otter Lake

Lake Claire Ruis Lake

Wylie Lake

FIFTH MERIDIAN

?EJeré K’elni Kue No. 196I

Slave Rive r

Merryweather Lake

Tsu K’adhe Túe Indian Reserve No. 196F Hokedhe Túe Indian Reserve No. 196E

SASKATCHEWA

Conibear Lake

Fitzgerald

63 Fort McMurray

5-41

er River Clea r w at r ive R a asc thab

Alberta Native News

April, 2019

MASKWACIS-WETASKIWIN

Wednesday, April 10

Thursday, April 11

Friday, April 12

Saturday, April 13

Returning Office 4910 48 Street, Wetaskiwin

9 AM - 8 PM

New Sarepta Agriplex 5088 1 Avenue S, New Sarepta

9 AM - 6 PM

Advance Poll Location

Village Office Bittern Lake 300 Railway Avenue, Bittern Lake

9 AM - 8 PM

Mulhurst Bay Community Centre 3801 50 Avenue, Mulhurst Bay

Election Day Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Election Day voting hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Election Day, you must vote at the polling station specified for your residence. POLLING PLACE LEGEND: MASKWACIS-WETASKIWIN Using the map, find the number representing your current physical address, then match it to the listed polling stations. 001,002,003,008 Mulhurst Bay Community Centre 3801 50 Avenue Mulhurst Bay

014,015,016,017,018,019,023 New Sarepta Agriplex 5088 1 Avenue S New Sarepta

004,005,006,007 Falun Community Centre 272019 Highway 13 Falun

024,025,061 Bittern Lake Village Office 300 Railway Avenue Bittern Lake

009,022,047,048,053 Millet Agriplex 5290 45 Avenue Millet

026,028,030,039,040, 041,042 Wetaskiwin Drill Hall 4513 50 Avenue Wetaskiwin

010,011,012,013,020,021 Looma Community Hall 160 50516 Highway 21 Looma, Leduc County

034,035,036,037,038, 043,044,045 Calvary Baptist Church 4910 Northmount Drive Wetaskiwin 049,050,051,052 Millet Community Hall 5107 50 Avenue Millet

056,057,058,060 Maskwacis Mall Highway 2A Maskwacis 059 Montana First Nation Band Office Bobtail Road Montana First Nation

055 Chief Peter Bull Health And Wellness Centre Louis Bull No. 138B

027,029,031,032,033, 046,054 First United Church 5115 51 Avenue Wetaskiwin

Returning Office Returning Officer: Caroline Dillabough 4910 48 Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 3E8 Telephone: 587.742.1034 | Toll Free: 1.833.841.6774 Email Address: ro.74@elections.ab.ca Office hours: Monday to Friday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Results of the official count will be available on Friday, April 26, 2019 at www.elections.ab.ca.

April, 2019

Alberta Native News

MASKWACIS-WETASKIWIN

Voting Made Simple

County of Wetaskiwin No. 10

795

792

611

Louis Bull No. 138B

RGE 214

RGE 213

616

73 ST

48 AVE

41 38 AVE

36 ST

47 ST 54 AVE

45 ST

CPR

52 ST

56 AVE

NM DE GAR

WS DR DO EA

TWP RD 463

TWP RD 462A

613

RGE RD 240

39 52 AVE

40 30 40 AVE

45 ST

NORTHRIDGE RD

52 ST

37A AVE

46 AVE 45 AVE

CPR

County of Wetaskiwin TWP RD 474 No. 10

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55 S

54 ST

43 AVE

54 AVE

33 49 AVE

53 52 ST ST

54 ST

55 ST

HILL RD

WINDWARD WAY

64 ST

56 ST

46 AVE

53 ST

D DR

DR E R D

50 AVE

40 AVE

DR ASH

55 AVE

AR DR

CE D

46 AVE

RGE RD 244

IL JU B

CPR

T 51 S

DIA M O

L HIL

45 AVE

52 ST

JAN 1, 2018

616

CENTEN N IAL D

EN RE

53 AVE

WO OD ING LE DR

AS OF

CPR

BOUNDARY

37 RTHMOUNT D R NO

72 AVE

616

MILLET

TOWN OF

TWP RD 440

Bat tle Ri ver

Millet

Ferintosh

County of Wetaskiwin No. 10

RGE RD 281

CENTRE ST

WIZARD LAKE RD

Silver Beach

822

TWP RD 472

RGE RD 211

NORTHLAKE

SCOTT AVE

2 AVE N

RGE RD 211

Camrose County 21

611

AV E 3 AVE N

Bittern Lake

Wetaskiwin

CITY OF WETASKIWIN BOUNDARY AS OF JAN 1, 2018

SPRUCE AVE BELLAIRE ST

SCO T T

D KE LA

Pigeon Lake

Montana No. 139

59 AVE

HIGHLA

Argentia Beach

County of Wetaskiwin No. 10

RGE RD 10

Samson No. 137

TWP RD 460

Maskwacis

Mulhurst Bay

215

RGE RD 221

12 BASE LINE

RGE 210

RGE RD 231

RGE RD 233

822 2A

RGE

RGE RD 235

RGE RD 240

613

Ermineskin No. 138

Gwynne

RGE RD 222

RGE 243

RGE 245

Bearhills Lake

27-45

616

47 ST

RGE RD 11

771

Falun

814

RD 460

617

Bittern Lake

Wetaskiwin

833

623

24 21

Coal Lake

Hay Lakes

TWP RD 480

822

47 ST

Village at Westerose Pigeon TWP Lake

Lake Miquelon Lakes 17

County

TWP RD 474

TWP RD 472 814

RGE RD 223

Ma-Me-O Beach

Norris Beach

TWP 493

Big Hay Leduc Lake

TWP RD 481

50-52

New Sarepta

Battle River

Crystal Springs

RGE 280

TWP RD 470

Rolly View

Joseph Oliver TWP 501 Lake Larry

TWP RD 500 Lake

RGE RD 231

TWP RD 470

Poplar Bay TWP RD 470 Pigeon Lake Grandview 4 No. 138A

RGE RD 251

RGE RD 260

616

814

Millet

RGE RD 240

Silver Beach 780

Days

771

Kavanagh

RGE RD 250

616

Argentia Beach Mulhurst Bay

Pigeon Lake Golden

RGE RD 22

Itaska Beach

TWP RD 502

TWP RD 490

RGE 252

Sundance Beach

RGE RD 280 RGE RD 274

TWP RD 474

TWP RD 480

616

795 Wizard TWP RD 480 Lake 616

RGE 10

HWY 771 RGE

RD 20

TWP RD 484 778

LEDUC 11 814 CITY 39 BNDRY 623

625

Beaver County

Looma TWP RD 504 Ministik 833 Lake 15 Looking RD 502 21 TWP 19 Back Lake

RGE RD 225

TWP RD 502

Ministik Lake TWP RD 510

TWP RD 510 RGE RD 233

RGE RD 241

Please refer to Polling Place Legend on previous page.

Alberta Native News

April, 2019

PEACE RIVER

Wednesday, April 10

Thursday, April 11

Friday, April 12

Saturday, April 13

High Level Town Office Room 150, 10511 103 Street, High Level

9 AM - 8 PM

La Crete Arena, 10201 99 Avenue, La Crete

9 AM - 8 PM

Peace River Returning Office, 9715 100 Street, Peace River

9 AM - 8 PM

Advance Poll Location

Manning Elks Youth Center, 304 4 Avenue SE, Manning

Election Day Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Election Day voting hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Election Day, you must vote at the polling station specified for your residence. POLLING PLACE LEGEND: PEACE RIVER Using the map, find the number representing your current physical address, then match it to the listed polling stations. 001 Harmon Valley Hall 82302 Range Road 192 Northern Sunrise County

015,016,017,018,019 Misery Mountain Ski Hill 10408 89 Street Peace River

035 Hotchkiss Community Hall 230081 Township Road 932 County Of Northern Lights

046 Hillcrest Community School 10714 Highway 697 Blumenort

002,003 Nampa Golden Pioneers Drop-In Centre 10203 100 Avenue Nampa

020,021,022,023,024,025 Grimshaw Royal Canadian Legion 5011 47 Avenue Grimshaw

036 Keg River Community Hall NE 21 101 24 W5 County Of Northern Lights

047,048 Fort Vermilion Legion Hall 5401 River Road Fort Vermilion

026 Warrensville Community Hall 240080 Township Road 844 County Of Northern Lights

037 Paddle Prairie Settlement Council Chambers Paddle Prairie Settlement

049 JBS School Fox Lake Main Road Fox Lake

027,028 Weberville Community Hall Highway 743 Township Road 850 County Of Northern Lights

038,041 Buffalo Head Prairie School West Entrance Highway 697 Buffalo Head Prairie

050 Garden River Band Office Garden River

004 Marie Reine Community Hall 82028 Highway 744 Northern Sunrise County 005 St. Isidore Cultural Centre 4 Rue Bouchard St. Isidore 006 McKinney Hall 84334 Highway 688 Northern Sunrise County 007,008 Peace River Seniors Drop-In Centre 10301 101 Street Peace River 009,010,011,012,013,014 Belle Petroleum Centre 9403 94 Street Peace River

029 Dixonville Golden Age Drop-In Centre Main Street Dixonville 030 Deadwood Community Hall NE 20 89 22 W5 Deadwood 031,032,033,034 Manning Legion Hall 124 4 Avenue SW Manning

039 Tall Cree Health Center South Tall Cree 040 Tall Cree Band Office North Tall Cree 042,043,044,045 La Crete Arena 10201 99 Avenue La Crete

051 John D’Or Prairie Band Office John D’Or Prairie 052,053 Rocky Lane Community Hall Rocky Lane 054,055,056,057,058,059, 060,061,062 Florence MacDougall Community School 10802 Rainbow Boulevard High Level

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Bold Eagle Summer Program deadline is April 30 by John Copley (ANNews) – A Canadian Armed Forces’ initiative is transforming lives and opening the doors to a military career for many young men and women. The application deadline is April 30 so there is still time to apply for this summer’s program. Each summer, Indigenous youth travel to CFB Wainwright to participate in the Bold Eagle summer employment program. Taught by professional soldiers, the program helps to develop physical fitness, self-discipline, self-confidence, teamwork and leadership skills. It includes a four-day cultural camp, administered by First Nations and Métis Elders, followed by a five-week basic military qualification course. If you are an Indigenous person aged 16 and up, living in western Canada or north-western Ontario and interested in a challenging summer experience that provides physical fitness training and promotes cultural awareness, Bold Eagle is the program for you! The six- week program is conducted from early July to late August each year.The first week involves the Culture Camp, where you will learn traditional Indigenous values and teachings as demonstrated by Indigenous Elders or teachers. The Culture Camp helps candidates understand the need for self-discipline and teamwork and instills pride and the sense of continuing the Indigenous tradition of military service. At the end of the first week, you will continue your military training with CAF military instructors. The course itself is the standard five-week Army Reserve Basic Military Qualification (BMQ). During the BMQ course, you will learn a number of skills, including weapons handling, navigation with a map and compass, first aid, drill, outdoor field craft and survival skills. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a local powwow and attend an organized career day that will

introduce you to the education and career options in the CAF. In addition to the comprehensive and extremely demanding training, there are regular Elder hours throughout, and also a mid-course sweat in the sweat lodge. At the end of the program, you will be Indigenous veteran John McDonald attended the Oteenow congratulated on your success with a graduation Job Fair last month and gave participants valuable ceremony that encompasses military protocol with information about the Bold Eagle Program. Indigenous customs. Bold Eagle recruits are enrolled in the Primary Reserve at the beginning of the course. That means that you can continue your Aboriginal youth and to encourage Aboriginal youth to consider military careers. That’s how the Bold Eagle career with the CAF, should you choose to do so. The Bold Eagle program attracts applicants from all program came about.” Since its inception in 1989, the Bold Eagle program has walks of life. hosted over 1,300 youth. “Many Bold Eagle applicants have never been off the For more information or to apply to the program, visit reserve, never been to a major city,” says Indigenous www.forces.gc.ca or go to a Canadian Armed Forces veteran John McDonald. “And then we have applicants Recruiting Centre in your area. from the cities who’ve also never experienced this type of One of the program coordinators will be able to answer program or the military-style training it embraces. The questions and help walk you through the online cultural camp eases the transition.” application. The program coordinators can also provide There’s perhaps nothing a military veteran likes more paper application forms, if needed. than seeing the next generation take up the call and explore To secure your spot, make sure to complete all the possibilities of serving for their country. In addition to necessary documents, and submit your application by the traditional combat roles, recruits can pursue careers in deadline on April 30. There are a limited number of engineering, telecommunications, health care and vacancies available for Bold Eagle, so don’t wait! Once advanced equipment technical support. you are accepted, you will receive a package containing all “When I joined the Aboriginal forces as a civilian, our course details. The program coordinators will also work job was to find ways to help make life a little easier for the with you to schedule your travel arrangements and you’ll serving Aboriginal servicemen,” says McDonald. be all set for an amazing summer experience. “Fortunately, we had a lot of wisdom because there were a lot of Elders in that group. One of the goals was to find opportunity for

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What do people really mean when they say ‘indigenization’? by Jordan Mae Cook, University of Alberta There’s a disconnect between what university administrators and Indigenous faculty and staff mean when they say indigenization, according to a new study by University of Alberta researchers who offer new language to help deepen understanding of the concept. To understand exactly what people mean when they say “indigenization,” researchers Adam Gaudry and Danielle Lorenz surveyed 25 Indigenous academics and their allies in universities across Canada about their experiences and impressions of indigenization efforts. The results of their study show that approaches to indigenization within post-secondary institutions exist on a spectrum, which can be considered via three points. On one end, Gaudry and Lorenz explain, is Indigenous inclusion, which is about equity and working to ensure there is a more representative number of Indigenous faculty, staff and students within the university community. In the middle is reconciliation indigenization, which is about power sharing within the academy. And on the other end is decolonial indigenization, which envisions a reorganization of the university to create structures in which Indigenous people are in clear control. In response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action, many universities are announcing plans to indigenize programs, courses and spaces, but what that looks like in practice can exist anywhere on the spectrum. Gaudry and Lorenz hope the study clarifies language and provides new terminology to enhance and deepen conversations that are occurring in institutions across Canada. “Hopefully, it will help ensure that everyone understands that indigenization isn’t just a ‘pro forma’ program, but rather a process built on collaboration, consensus and meaningful partnership,” Gaudry added. Inclusion indigenization can have positive effects,

Gaudry and Lorenz said, but doesn’t function as a collaborative effort. Instead, it involves adding Indigenous scholars into already existing university U of A researchers outlined three approaches to indigenization in post-secondary structures. Yet, survey institutions in a study they hope will foster a common understanding of respondents stated that indigenization as "a process built on collaboration, consensus and meaningful universities can’t partnership." (Photo: Richard Siemens, University of Alberta) indigenize without substantial structural “So indigenization can be a step towards this broader change. recognition of knowledge exchange that actually lets the “For any real structural change to happen, there needs to university fulfil its mission.” be an introductory movement. So it is encouraging that Gaudry points to the Faculty of Native Studies as an there’s some movement forward, but we don’t know example of decolonial indigenization already at work at what’s going to ultimately happen,” Lorenz explained. the U of A. As a faculty, it has greater autonomy and “Indigenous and allied scholars saw [inclusion] policies control, as well as the resources to hire a lot of people and as important first steps but felt that their administrators pursue its own initiatives. would say, ‘OK, now we’ve got a more representative “[The Faculty of Native Studies], First Nations number of faculty, staff and students: mission University of Canada, and programs in New Zealand— accomplished.’ There was a disconnect between where those are the models (outside of Indigenous-specific Indigenous faculty and staff wanted to go and where institutions) that are using the faculty of Indigenous university administrators wanted to go. And I think there’s studies model. I think that’s a better approach for a lot of a need to close that gap in understanding,” he explained. places, but I don’t know if that’s on the radar for a lot of For Gaudry, Lorenz and the Indigenous academics they faculty administrators.” surveyed, institutions that pursue indigenization to the Gaudry hopes the study will lead to more constructive decolonial side of the spectrum will see benefits for conversations among university administrators, faculty, everyone, not only Indigenous people. staff and students as they work towards indigenizing their “As Rauna Kuokkanen argues, there are a lot of institutions. knowledges that aren’t respected as ‘real’ knowledges “I hope that this stimulates discussion, and people can within universities, that aren’t given the same respect as build off of it and find it useful and put it into practice,” he European knowledge systems. The university is supposed said. “I hope it reflects the direction universities are going to be an institution that recognizes the diversity of human and people can find it useful in guiding future dialogue, knowledge and how those knowledges can help us better too.” understand the human experience and change the world This article was reprinted from the University of for the better,” Gaudry said. Alberta's folio.ca

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Leaders hope that controversy won't derail federal reconciliation efforts On April 2, 2019 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Members of Parliament, Jody WilsonRaybould and Dr. Jane Philpott, were expelled as members of the National Liberal Caucus and had their nominations as Liberal candidates in their respective ridings rescinded. “It is deeply concerning to see two strong women who have advocated for First Nations rights and wholesale change for our peoples these past three-and-a-half years kicked out of the government caucus in this manner,” noted Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Alberta Regional Chief Marlene Poitras. “Our Chiefs in Alberta have made progress on a multitude of issues when both Ms. Wilson-Raybould and Dr. Philpott were around the Cabinet table. When they both resigned from Cabinet on matters of principle and stated they wished to serve as members of the Liberal caucus I believe many were comforted to still have them as strong advocates on the government benches. Now only confusion on the government’s commitment to Indigenous peoples and our issues remain.” The controversy surrounds a strong difference of opinion between the Prime Minister’s office and WilsonRaybould’s regarding SNC Lavalin’s bribery charges in Libya. Although it was in Wilson-Raybould’s power to waive the charges as Attorney General, she refused to do so. This put her in conflict with the PMO and the attempts to explain that she could waive the charges were perceived to be pressure, as she did not believe it was the right thing to do. Wilson-Raybould was moved from the AG position in a cabinet shuffle that she felt was related to her refusal to acquiesce. She released a tape that she had made to demonstrate the pressure that was being inflicted upon her, but it was made without telling the clerk of the privy council that he was being taped. The secret taping became

the line in the sand that resulted in the expulsion. Indigenous leaders in British Columbia are appalled by the PMO’s treatment of Wilson-Raybould. Leaders in Alberta and nationally are more conflicted about the controversy. Many are pleased with the direction that the Federal government is heading in Indigenous Relations and would not want it derailed by a change in government. “Strong women have always played an important role in our First Nations societies,” remarked Chief Poitras. “Their advice and warnings should always be taken with the most serious consideration. I hope that the controversy surrounding these events are resolved in an open and transparent manner. First Nations and all Canadians deserve to know what path we are on.” AFN National Chief Perry Bellegarde agreed that this was a dark moment for the federal government, but he held out hope that it would not derail reconciliation. “I have expressed my disappointment with the departure of both Jody Wilson-Raybould and Dr. Jane Philpott from cabinet,” stated the National Chief. “Both leaders were assets to the cabinet table and have shown strong genuine interest in working directly with First Nations advancing our priorities. I commend both women for their integrity, courage and all their efforts to advance First Nations priorities to date. I hope they continue to contribute in their roles as independent Members of Parliament. “The events of the past few weeks raise serious concerns about the motivations and actions of this government. In order to regain First Nations’ trust, we must all recommit ourselves to reconciliation and I urge both the Government of Canada and all parliamentarians to focus on passing key First Nation legislative priorities in this session of parliament. This includes supporting a better future for First Nations children and families based on respect for our rights, languages, and cultures. First Nations priorities

Indigenous vote could be an Alberta election game changer By ANNews Staff Alexis Nakota Nation Chief Tony Alexis is reminding Indigenous people living in Alberta that the advance polls are open and he urges everyone to get out and vote. “Four years ago, Indigenous advocates across Canada rallied and knocked on doors to encourage First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples to ‘Rock the Indigenous Vote.’ Many people came out, some for the first time in their lives, to mark change at the federal level,” stated Chief Alexis. “On April 16, Alberta will be faced with an opportunity to hear directly from Indigenous voters,” he continued.

“What will we show them? Will we be seen and heard as the powerful force that we are? We are the fastest growing population in all of Canada. Our vote matters not only for us but for our future generations.” This year’s election campaign seems to be courting Indigenous voters more than ever before. There are numerous Indigenous candidates running in each of the parties and each party has published a platform that includes their plans for Indigenous economic and reconciliation programs. In a nutshell, all the parties are promising to get the

are good for First Nations and Canada. “Reconciliation is not about one political party or individual. It’s about all of us. We must all act to advance reconciliation in every avenue available to us. I will continue to advocate for the respect and implementation of First Nations rights and title and to close the gap between First Nations and Canada. “ Meanwhile, at the conclusion of an important symposium on Métis Nation rights reconciliation in Vancouver, MNC President Chartier reiterated the strong support of the Métis Nation for the nation-to-nation, government-to-government relationship it is building with the government of Canada. "None of the issues in the dispute between Jody WilsonRaybould and the Trudeau government has anything to do with the rights and interest of the Métis Nation," explained President Chartier. "The symposium just held in Vancouver showcased the tremendous progress being made at the Métis Nation's rights reconciliation tables with Canada and through the Prime Minister's Permanent Bilateral Mechanism (PBM) that is enabling us, through unprecedented federal budget investments, to finally address the long neglected needs of Métis people. We should not and cannot allow this dispute to distract from Continued on page 27 TransMountain Pipeline built. The UCP is putting pipelines and economic programs front and centre using a confrontational and aggressive approach with the Federal government, the BC government and First Nation groups that they have identified as being ‘foreign funded.’ They promise to partner generously with Indigenous groups that have oil and gas projects but will stop the carbon tax and halt the alternative energy initiatives that have been developed using that revenue – including the muchacclaimed Indigenous Solar Energy program. The NDP is showcasing the exemplary work they have done in building relationships and pledging to build the pipeline while still developing a robust climate change initiative. They are pledging to continue their commitment to improving health, education, language and cultural programs as well as job training initiatives. They too will work with Indigenous communities who are involved in the oil and gas industry but they will continue to encourage alternative energy programs with grants and partnerships. The Alberta Party and the Alberta Liberals both have Indigenous Platforms that balance social programs, reconciliation and economic development. Their platforms are available on their websites and make for an interesting read. In the words of Chief Tony Alexis: “Let’s keep the momentum going. Take action just as we did four years ago. We can influence who governs at the provincial level, this is an example of how we become masters of modernday institutions while continuing to practice our traditions, treaty and inherent rights.” “Rock the Indigenous Vote,” concluded Chief Alexis. “Get to the polls on April 16.”

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Spread your wings at Athabasca U When Carter Yellowbird was a teenager living in Maskwacis, AB., he took a leap of faith. As a member of the Samson Cree Nation, he saw too many of his friends fall victim to alcohol and drugs. Some even lost their lives. Yellowbird knew he needed to forge his own path and that leaving home was the only way to go. “I’ve always been a go-getter,” says Yellowbird, a 2012 grad of Athabasca University’s (AU) MBA and a consultant who advises industry and Indigenous communities on development opportunities. “I needed to do something with myself - I needed to take chances.” He quit school and with his father, Norman, a farmer and former chief who’d personally lobbied Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau for changes to the Indian Act, Yellowbird hit the road for L.A., with visions in his mind of sun and palm trees like he’d seen on TV. Instead the pair travelled as far as Riverside, Cali., just outside L.A. “I went with no money in my pocket,” he says. “I had a dream to get away and make something of myself, right?” Though he had grown up riding, it was only in California that he began to take rodeo seriously, specializing in the roping tricks his father had taught him.

Two years later he returned to Maskwacis and used his “18 money” - the portion of oil and gas royalties distributed to reserve members at the age of majority - to buy the truck and horses he knew he would need to compete in rodeo at the highest level. Soon he was working his way up the ranks, from Carter Yellowbird graduated from the AU MBA program in 2012. amateur rodeoing meets to the Indian National Finals enrolled in the University of Alberta, securing a Native Rodeo in Albuquerque, N.M. In 1991, he became the first Studies bachelor and a minor in business. From there he Cree to compete in calf roping at the Calgary Stampede, became the business manager at Samson Oil and Gas and something he’d dreamed of all his life. then began managing the $30-million Samson Education While traveling through Edmonton with one of his Trust Fund, which provides support for Samson Cree brothers, Yellowbird learned that Euro Disney, just outside Nation community members studying at the postof Paris, was auditioning Indigenous rodeo stunt men for secondary level. its Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. “They asked me if I He knew he wanted more, and turned to AU’s Online could ride,” he remembers. “I jumped on a horse bareback MBA. and rode around easy and “I wanted to get my MBA because I wanted to focus on they loved it.” business - First Nations are lacking in science, law, and He spent three years in business,” he says. “With my MBA I could get out there Paris, and even performed and see more, spread my wings more, and most the dangerous riding stunts importantly, be able to help First Nations in any capacity.” at a special show mounted After graduating in 2012, Yellowbird worked with the at the foot of the Eiffel provincially funded Alberta Innovates Technology Tower. But after an Futures. accident left him with a He now has his own consultancy, and is currently broken hip, he returned to undertaking a feasibility study for on-reserve, for-profit Canada, where a second seniors homes that would cater to Indigenous elders, with misadventure put him in traditional singing and foods, while still connected to the hospital with a concussion. off-reserve geriatric care industry. Things needed to change. The bulk of Yellowbird’s work is looking at different “I always tell kids,” he strategies that bring industry and First Nation people says, “when your vehicle together and get them ready for the world at large. He sees breaks down, when you get education as fundamental to that goal, and each year, his in an accident, the best Carter Yellowbird Indigenous Bursary awards an thing to have is insurance - Indigenous student at AU with $1,500. that will take care of you. In “You know, going to Paris as a kid was a big culture this case, the insurance I shock,” Yellowbird says. “Just think about a First Nations needed was my education.” person at that time going off the reserve to work.” That Yellowbird quit rodeoing experience has defined his work today: helping others and earned a high-school jump into the unexpected. equivalency diploma, then Visit indigenous.athabascau.ca for more information.

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Female artists unite for Lifegivers Series: Opening April 27 (ANNews) - New works by three talented Indigenous female artists will be featured at Bearclaw Gallery from April 27 to May 9 in a special series entitled ‘Lifegivers.’ The artists are clay sculptor Dianne Meili, acrylic on canvas artist Nancy Desjarlais and birch bark biting artist Pat Bruderer. The theme ‘Lifegivers’ has a special meaning for each of these gifted artists. Dianne Meilli, Cree Metis potter said, “The Lifegiver creates and births life and teaches you to take risks, open yourself up to create, and leave the fear of failure behind.” Dianne has been “playing in the mud” for many years, creating pottery that begs to be picked up and touched. She creates sculpture and decorative bowls intended to make viewers feel a connection between themselves and the Creator, as well as all living things – animal and human. Spending hours shaping and carving each piece, there is a true symbiosis between Dianne and her medium. She is both respectful of, and thankful to, the powers that allow her to share her creative talents. In exchange, it seems she has been rewarded with clay that yearns to hold her intensely animated shapes and glazes and firings that give a unique finish to her spiritual vessels. Dianne is also a talented writer. She was editor of Windspeaker and she also produced AMMSA radio programs for several years, including One People Many Lives, which profiled Aboriginal people in Alberta, and was a radio host for CFEW. She profiled Indigenous Elders in a book titled “Those who know” and she is now a motivational speaker and owner of Eshia Books, a Stony Plain publishing house aimed at printing books that spark interest in Indigenous cultures. “Nature gives us life,” explained artist Nancy Desjarlais. “When I connect with the natural world, my inner world is nourished.” Nancy spent her early years on the Fort McMurray First Nation Reserve #468. This close connection with nature established a touchstone that could be retrieved in her journey through life. Like many First Nations children,

she was removed from her home. She was put into a convent first, then foster homes. Consequently, she lost her language and cultural ties. Later, as she reconnected with her family roots, she was inspired to learn her culture through art and crafts. “I was happiest when I was creating, whether it was sewing moccasins for my babies or painting a picture of a sunset,” she remarked. Nancy has won awards in the Peace Hills annual Native Arts Competition. She has taught art to children and adults. She has shown her work in Woman of the North Country ® by Nancy Desjarlais is part of the Lifegivers Series B.C., the Northwest that will be on exhibit at Bearclaw Gallery in Edmonton from April 27 - May 9. Territories and Alberta. “Finding peace with my past, practicing daily gratitude, believes that it has many teachings; patience, respect, loving the earth, communicating a personal vision and kindness, creativity, medicine, imagination and sharing. travelling with a light heart are my main objectives right She believes they are like people, no two are the same and every one of them is special and beautiful in their own now,” she noted, “and art is my vehicle.” Artist Pat Bruderer explains her perspective, “As Life- way. She strongly believes that Aboriginal people should givers, we have been given special gifts to channel the strive to maintain their traditional art forms. Pat's works are found in museums and galleries love, light, and water from our ancestors - which goes on throughout Canada, including the Manitoba Museum of for eternity!” Pat is a Metis artist born in Churchill, Manitoba. Her Man and Nature. ‘Lifegivers’ will be on exhibit at Bearclaw Gallery in mother belongs to the Peter Balantyne Band. She now lives on the Mosakahiken Cree Nation Reserve in Edmonton from April 27 to May 9. The gallery is Manitoba and is the mother of five children. Her interest conveniently located in the Oliver Arts District at 10403 in art began as a child, when she would watch and assist 124 Street. Check out their website at her mother in the traditional crafts of the Cree. Birch bark Bearclawgallery.com. biting was one of these traditions that Pat continues. She

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bind all of the Class Members who do not opt out of the proceeding (Federal Courts Rules, Rule 334.32(5)(f)). Opting out will preserve your rights to independently sue Canada for harms suffered while you were a student at an Indian Day School. Class members will have the opportunity to opt out of the Settlement after May 2019 and approval by the Federal Court. More information on when and how to opt out will be posted on indiandayschools.com if the Settlement is approved. If you do not opt out of the action prior to the opt out deadline, you will be bound by the terms of the Settlement Agreement. Objecting to the Settlement Agreement is not the same as Opting Out. If you object to the Settlement Agreement, you should do so at the Settlement Approval Hearing. Important: Nothing in this Settlement interferes with a Class Member’s ability to pursue legal proceedings against a province, territory or religious order for alleged harms suffered at a day school run by any of those entities. Legal fees Canada has agreed to pay Class Counsel $55,000,000 (CDN) plus applicable taxes for legal fees and disbursements. No portion of Class Counsel Fees will come from the compensation paid to Survivor Class Members or to the Legacy Fund. Class Counsel fees and disbursements are subject to Court approval at the Settlement Approval Hearing. For more information visit indiandayschools.com. You may also contact Class Counsel at Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP, toll free (844) 539-3815. There is no cost for speaking with Class Counsel.

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23 Wihtiko came over the portage is provided by the Lac La Ronge Band, Curriculum Resource Unit who are dedicated to providing quality educational resources to all the people of the First Nations. The boy kept still in his hiding place and watched the Wihtiko as it looked at the trail and nodded its head back and forth. It crossed over the portage trail that the boy had just walked down. The young boy waited for his grandmother and walked home with her, telling her of what had happened. That night, the big wind that usually accompanies the passage of the Wihtiko blew through the trees.

Wihtiko came over the portage Collected and Illustrated by James Ratt. Told by Adam B. Ratt. One evening in the month of April long ago, a young boy watched his grandmother as she headed into a portage trail. Usually a trapper checks each trap twice a day when the muskrat are plentiful, once in the morning and once in the evening. His grandmother was going to make her evening check.

Pretty soon he saw someone bending over at the edge of the ice, looking at the place where the ice and water meet. He thought it was his grandmother, but then a strange thing happened.

Instead of going around the ice edge until she could reach the shoreline, his grandmother came straight over the water without going under! The hair on the back of the boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head stood on edge when he realized that is wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t his grandmother. It was the Wihtiko that the people were expecting to travel through the area that spring. The boy decided that when it was time for his grandmother to return, he would hide along the trail and give her a little scare. He walked over the short portage.

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Art by Alex Janvier installed in Legislative Assembly Chamber Edmonton – On March 18, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta Robert E. Wanner, unveiled magnificent original works of art by renowned Indigenous artist Alex Janvier. The diptych, entitled Sunrise and Sunset, was donated by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE), and will be permanently installed in the Legislative Assembly Chamber. “Alex is a world leader in Indigenous art, and we felt it was important for his work and artistic voice to have a presence in our legislature,” said AUPE president Guy Smith. “When Albertans look upon Sunrise and Sunset in the chamber, we hope they’re reminded of all the hardworking people throughout the province. Day and night, Albertans are hard at work providing the services we all depend on, and their tireless contributions have made our province an amazing place to live and work.” “Sunrise and Sunset will be welcome additions to the Legislative Assembly Chamber,” noted Speaker Wanner. “These stunning works of art by Alex Janvier will forever honour the past and present contributions of Indigenous peoples to our province, and serve as reminders to all Members of the Legislative Assembly that we must never lose sight of our ultimate duty, which is to ensure the decisions we make on behalf of our constituents create positive and meaningful change in the lives of all Albertans presently and for generations to come.” The ceremony, which was witnessed by Indigenous

elders and leaders from across the province, included an Honour Song by drummer Rocky Morin followed by an opening prayer by Métis Knowledge Keeper Norma Spicer and Cree Elder Bob AUPE gifted two beautiful Janvier masterpieces to the Alberta Legislature. Cardinal, with a smudging by Hunter and Jacquelyn Janvier has been a professional artist for several Cardinal. decades. He is renowned for his unique abstract style, Janvier, a Denesuline from Cold Lake First Nations, which features distinct curved lines and bright colour said it was an honour to be asked to do something special combinations. His murals adorn many public buildings, for the “place where they do the talking.” including the Canadian Museum of History, Rogers Place He joke that his art would “illuminate a little bit of this in Edmonton and SherwoodPark’s County Hall. place of noisy speakers - on both sides.” Numerous galleries have exhibited Janvier’s paintings, On a more serious tone, Janvier thanked the assembly both nationally and internationally. In 2012, the Art for accepting his art. Gallery of Alberta hosted a major exhibition comprising “I want to congratulate Alberta for creating, for the first over 90 paintings, and between 2016 and 2018 his art was time, [the opportunity for] our people to come into a place shown in a travelling exhibition curated by the National of speaking and to be allowed to be heard with that voice,” Gallery of Canada. he said. “We’ve been silent, silenced by the greater Janvier is the recipient of the Order of Canada, the government of Canada and the churches, where they got Governor General’s award in visual and media arts and the us stuck between heaven and hell - and we’re in hell most National Aboriginal Lifetime Achievement award. In of the time. That, too, can change.” 2008 he was honoured with the Alberta Foundation for the “We need partnership and we need a connection,” he Arts Marion Nicoll visual arts award, and in 2010 he was said to a standing ovation. invested into the Alberta Order of Excellence. The event closed with a performance by Métis Fiddler Brianna Lizotte.

Red Deer Museum presents Witness Blanket Exhibit: May 4 - June 23 The Red Deer Museum + Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of The Witness Blanket exhibit on May 3 from 5 to 8 pm. The exhibit will be on display in Red Deer from May 4 to June 23. The Witness Blanket is a powerful art installation created by master carver Carey Newman. It is a monument that recognizes the atrocities of the Indian

residential school era, honours the children and symbolizes ongoing reconciliation. This cedar-framed artwork, inspired by a woven blanket, includes hundreds of objects recovered from 77 communities across Canada where residential schools were located. The original Witness Blanket is currently undergoing conservation at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights

(CMHR) in Winnipeg, after touring Canada extensively over the past few years. Carey Newman and the Witness Blanket Project are excited to announce that they have partnered with the CMHR to create a new, true-to-scale reproduction of The Witness Blanket, available to host venues beginning May 2019. The CMHR has augmented the exhibition with interpretive panels, an in-gallery film, and a digital interactive. This new version of the exhibition will begin touring in May 2019, allowing its stories and messages to be shared with Canadians from coast to coast to coast while the conservation takes place. Red Deer is one of the first venues for the new exhibit. For more information about the Witness Blanket visit witnessblanket.ca and to contact Red Deer Museum + Gallery visit reddeermuseum.com.

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Pimee Well Servicing receives CCAB Award The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) and Sodexo Canada has named Pimee Well Services LP as the recipient of the 2019 Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation of the Year Award. The award presentation will take place on May 9, 2019, at CCAB’s Annual Calgary Gala. “We are the Natural Stewards of our resources,” stated Pimee Well Servicing CEO Clayton Byrt. “Pimee Well Servicing was founded 35 years ago, but we have been here for 10,000 and will be here for 10,000 more.” A leader in oil and gas industry well services, the company was established in 1984 and is co-owned by the Heart Lake First Nation, Beaver Lake Cree Nation, Whitefish (GoodFish) Lake First Nation, Saddle Lake Cree Nation, Kehewin Cree Nation and Frog Lake First Nation. Pimee Well Servicing represents Indigenous entrepreneurship at its best. The company was founded by the Shareholder Chiefs with the express purpose of creating jobs for their people and giving back to their communities. The company has consistently achieved those foundational goals. Today, 97 percent of the company’s 138 full-time employees are Indigenous. Pimee Well

Servicing also pays regular dividends to the shareholder First Nations that are used to fund youth and elder programs and support local recreation and sports organizations. These dividends also support community investments in daycare and other “Public Good” projects and programs. The company credits its strong track record of growth and profitability to its ability to attract and keep highly motivated employees. To support its flourishing workforce, Pimee Well Servicing provides comprehensive training and mentorship programs. “CCAB is proud to celebrate the inspiring success of Pimee Well Servicing LP,” stated JP Gladu, CCAB President and CEO. “The Shareholder Chiefs along with their communities have achieved long-term success for their six First Nations. The partnership amongst the communities depicts one of collaboration, vision and shared prosperity in its 35 years of servicing Northern Alberta. We are simply thrilled to award them with the AEDC award for 2019.” Sodexo Canada is the founding and exclusive sponsor for the Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation of the Year Award. “We congratulate Pimee Well Servicing LP and the six

AUArts welcomes new Indigenous coordinator - Jan Hall Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) recently announced the appointment of Jan Hall as the university’s new Indigenous Coordinator. Jan brings a wide range of experience from the public and private sectors to the role, including working with the Vice President (Academic) and Provost at the University of Regina, and collaborating with Aboriginal and Northern Affairs Canada. “We are very excited to have Jan Hall join AUArts,” said Dr. Alex Link, Associate Vice President Academic Affairs and Chair of the School of Critical and Creative Studies. “Her range of experience, eagerness to serve Indigenous students, and compassionate dedication to building relationships inside and outside AUArts among all our diverse communities is sure to help us realize the Lodgepole Center’s great potential.” She brings vocational expertise with an academic background in Indigenous Studies, Project Management experience from the University of Regina and excitement at the prospect of contributing to Alberta’s only university dedicated to art, craft and design in Alberta. “I look forward to serving the students, faculty, staff, and especially our Indigenous community at and with AUArts,” said Jan. “I would like to further establish our Truth & Reconciliation connections, growth and funding opportunities, and cultivate a stronger and healthier future through engaged collaboration for First Nation, Inuit and Métis Peoples.”

The Lodgepole Centre is a dedicated and inclusive space. The name was given by the AUArts Elder Council to reflect the supportive nature of the lodgepole, traditionally placed at the centre of the tipi to carry the weight of the covering. This gathering place opened in 2016 and facilitates Elder advising, traditional ceremonies, workshops, sharing circles and more. The Lodgepole Centre is located on AUArts’ third floor in Room 375 and is open 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) is a community of thinkers, shapers, makers and risk takers, comprised of students, faculty, staff and alumni rich in diversity of culture and thought. Formerly Alberta College of Art and Design, AUArts is dedicated to innovative and emerging art, craft and design programs. For nearly 100 years, AUArts has

First Nations that make up this dynamic partnership,” noted Erwin Joosten, Sodexo Senior Vice President of Engineering and Construction Projects. “For over three decades, they have expanded the scope of their expertise and services. And throughout their collaboration, they have elevated their communities, their elders and their youth. We are excited to see their continued prosperity for generations to come.” educated in ways that test the boundaries of common thought. There are currently eleven Governor General’s Award winners amongst faculty and alumni. Alberta University of the Arts has five Schools of learning: Visual Art, Craft and Emerging Media, Communication Design, and Critical and Creative Studies offering undergraduate BFA and BDes degrees, and a graduate MFA, as well as the School of Continuing Education and Professional Development. Their studio-based education model introduces learners to a community of passionate minds, provocative thinkers, ambitious doers and brave creators.

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Kendal Netminder gave an inspirational address at the 2019 Oteenow Job Fair and Conway Kootenay was an engaging emcee.

Oteenow job fair has a positive message for everyone by Regan Treewater “Good work matters – it enriches the lives of employers and employees alike.” That is a motto at Oteenow, an Edmonton based employment and professional training organization that hosted its annual job fair at the Northland’s Expo Center on March 22. People gathered from all over the greater Edmonton area to take their first steps toward future employment success. But what makes Oteenow different than other similar agencies? They are not only notable in that they “match applicants to jobs in a wide range of sectors,” but that their unique and innovative approach services Edmonton’s First Nations and Inuit populations specifically. Within our own communities and social circles, we all know at least one person currently searching for employment – many among us likely know more than one. Attending Oteenow’s job fair were people from all walks of life: individuals doing a solo sweep of the booths, those with family or friends accompanying them for

support, young mothers with babies in tow, and those with professional credentials affected by the economic downturn – a diverse crowd if ever there was one! Observing the demographic spectrum, one could not help but be confronted by the sad reality that joblessness impacts everyone and anyone. A dynamic and energetic MC’s voice reverberated through the space with jovial enthusiasm, lightening the mood for those slightly anxious about putting themselves out there and diving head-on into the very literal ‘job market’. One of the Expo Center’s more intimate conference rooms was decked out for the occasion – long rows of booths lined the hall, and behind each one, a bright friendly face ready to chat with potential hires. Just as diverse as Oteenow’s clientele of hopefuls, was the representation of employers they hosted. Positions ranged from entry level placements with big industrial powerhouses like SMS Equipment, to office environment positions with RBC Bank, and even lifelong career

opportunities with the RCMP. Representatives in full uniform from the Canadian Military explained to passers by the potential for advancement and career development promised by the armed forces in service of their country. However, most striking was the emphasis placed on education: vocational, professional, and area specific service training. Many strollers congregated around Athabasca University’s booth as young mothers, hoping to return to work, learned more about the institution’s offerings of remote and distance education diplomas and degrees. Most seemed attracted by the freedom promised by such programs – guaranteeing them a chance to remain at home with their little ones while pursuing career development in a flexible format. But what about those without a high school diploma? Information about secondary educational upgrading was plentiful and extensive, demonstrating Oteenow’s commitment to supporting First Nations and Inuit job-seekers at all stages of their journeys. But not all job hopefuls were interested in the acquisition of new skills. Many circulated through the room armed with resumes full of decades of relevant industrial trades experience and certifications. However, that is precisely where Oteenow’s broad employment matching approach comes into play. They recognize that unemployment is not limited to unskilled workers, or those in the early stages of their adult lives. Their mission is to “connect First Nations and Inuit people who live in Edmonton and area, and who are ready for meaningful careers, with a wide range of employment and training programs, services, and opportunities so that they can become self-reliant and lead productive lives,” including those whose already successful careers were temporarily interrupted by circumstances out of their control. The potential workforce represented in the room was strong and promising. But what job fair would be complete without swag? Along with pens emblazoned with corporate logos, key lanyards, and small tins of mints, attendees filled complimentary reusable bags with brochures and mountains of information packages – undoubtedly an intimidating amount of reading material. Many collected personal business cards and exchanged contact information with the agreement of follow-up conversations, while others busily filled-out applications on the spot. Regardless of their approach, all were hopeful walking through the door, and with the help of the Oteenow team, left with a renewed confidence to see that hopefulness take tangible form.

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Opioids Keep Taking Lives by Xavier Kataquapit I am hearing way too often about wonderful young people right up here in Northern Ontario passing away because they took a drug that was so powerful they had no way of knowing it would easily kill them. All kinds of drugs have been doing that over the past decade or so with the opioid epidemic and lately with the arrival of fentanyl many more young people are dying. Fentanyl, which started out as a prescription medication, is now illegally produced in many parts of the world mainly in China and Mexico. It has lots of street names including China town, murder 8, poison, TNT, cash, China white, China girl and Apache. It is an extremely powerful opioid created for pain management. Not only is it really powerful but it is really toxic also. People most of the time have no idea how easily they can overdose with this drug. It can be up to 100 times stronger than morphine and up to 40 times stronger than heroin. It is often mixed with these drugs and also with cocaine and made into a powder, liquid or pill. Young people or anyone for that matter who is into partying and taking risks like this drug because it provides a high very quickly. When it is mixed with other drugs it becomes very dangerous and even a little amount can kill. It kills by stopping the respiratory system. It is so toxic that anyone dealing with an overdose victim is advised not to perform full CPR as the drug can harm or kill the responder on site. When it is suspected that fentanyl was present in a room or vehicle often that area will be quarantined and cleaned up because even small amounts of this drug can kill. It has become known as a killer drug because even a tiny amount of it can be fatal. Thousands, not hundreds but thousands of people are dying of fentanyl overdoses every year in Canada and many medical and addiction specialists believe we are in the midst of an epidemic. Reports show that anyone who

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this critically important work." The Symposium looked at various instruments of reconciliation. "We are now working with Canada on a new federal policy to replace the old land claims and self-government polices that excluded the Métis," says President Chartier. "This is reconciliation in action after 150 years of oppression and neglect. We look forward to our upcoming annual Summit with the Prime Minister where we can set priorities for the next year and continue our joint journey on the path to reconciliation." On behalf of the Métis Nation within Alberta, MNA President Audrey Poitras applauded Federal Budget 2019, which includes significant Métis Nation specific investments in the areas of health, education, and economic development, as well as important commitments to Métis self-government, land claims, truth

is young and experimental or a person wanting to party can end up dead taking this drug. Most of those who take it are unsuspecting and naive and in many ways are what we consider as normal, gainfully employed and not necessarily having a criminal record. There has been a recent history of pharmaceutical companies pushing new opioid drugs into the market as pain killers and although some of this was directed to patients in the medical system requiring substantial pain relief it was often too easily prescribed and resulted in terrible addictions. People did not realize that when they had a tooth pulled and got a prescription for opioids like OxyContin they could end up being addicts and their entire lives turned upside down. Just to give you an idea of how much money is involved in the legal prescription profits of OxyContin, consider that the drug company Purdue earned more than 35 billion US dollars in 2017 alone. OxyContin of course also found its way onto the street and thousands of lives have been ruined because of it. There is no stigma attached to those dying of fenatyl or any other opioid use as they are mostly regular people who wander into situations because of partying and risk taking for the most part. Some are dealing with mental illness and chronic addiction problems but mostly those dying are a normal representation of our society. In the Native community, the small sized doses and easy transportation and smuggling of these drugs make it far too easy to move them into northern remote communities. The ease of access, the ease of transport and the highly addictive quality of these drugs are devastating Native communities. We all have to work a little harder at educating our young people about the dangers of drug abuse and and reconciliation, preservation of the Michif language, and to Métis veterans. “Federal Budget 2019 demonstrates that the trust we placed in Prime Minister Trudeau and his new government four years ago was well placed. Over the last four years, we have worked in partnership with the federal government and have seen transformational budgets that have set a new course for our people in Alberta. Federal Budget 2019 did not disappoint,” said MNA President Poitras. President Poitras added, “The MNA has always believed that education is key to our people’s success both individually and collectively. This Federal

addictions. The so called war on drugs has a history of not working and only ends up criminalizing people who are already helpless and throwing them in jail. We have to look at continued criminalization of the drug dealers and producers but change our attitude in dealing with the addicts and users. They need to be cared for and directed towards a more healthy lifestyle and with hope. We also have to make sure the huge pharmaceuticals who are responsible for pushing these drugs onto the market are regulated to a higher degree and the same goes for our medical professionals who have been prescribing these terrible drugs far too easily. I had a hard enough time making it through all of the addiction obstacles I ran into as a teenager in the 1990s and I know very well that today being a teen is way more difficult. You can end up dead just for ingesting some small amount of a drug at a party. That is unacceptable. For more columns by Xavier Kataquapit visit underthenorthernsky.com. Budget includes a precedent-setting dedicated and ongoing investment in Métis Nation education. These investments will allow our young people to have opportunities their parents and grandparents never had; benefitting the Métis Nation for generations to come.”

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