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ISSUE 94 WINTER 2019

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Coffee With My Ma Podcast offers Listeners a Seat at the Table with Indigenous Advocate Kahentinetha Horn

Leaders in the Piping Industry UA Canada Offers Greater Equity and Opportunity for Indigenous Peoples

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How Hockey Helped Her Deal with Bullying and what It Means to be a Role Model for Youth

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CONTENTS

ISSUE 94

Winter 2019

SAY MAGAZINE Volume 18, Issue 1 SAY Magazine publishes eight times a year: Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall, as well as Made in Manitoba, Back2School, Economic Development and Education Guide issues. SAY Magazine is published by Spirit of Aboriginal Youth Inc. Mailing Address: Kildonan Place, RPO Box 43084 Winnipeg, MB Canada R2C 5G7 E: info@saymag.com www.saymag.com

Cover Story: Meet Indigenous Athlete and Role Model, Brigette Lacquette

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Publishers Dominick Blais and Kent Brown Editor-in-Chief/Sales Manager Danielle Vienneau editor@saymag.com Art Director Orli Gelfat - Orli G. Design

Feature: UA Canada Apprentices Strive for Excellence in Piping Trades

Law of the Rubber Band

Indigenous Peoples Prone to Arthritis

Cross-Country Ski Program Grows in Indigenous Communities

Music

SAY Partners Weigh In on Leadership

2019 SAY Education Guide Survey

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An In-Depth Look at the Life of Indigenous Leader, Kahentinetha Horn

Profile: Actress and Coffee with My Ma Podcast Host, Kaniehtiio Horn LEADERSHIP 2019 | 3

PUBLISHERS’ MESSAGE

“Leaders are less worried about their title and more about the effect that their work has on the communities that they serve. They also have the ability to compel people to work with their hearts. Great leaders start young. As today’s leadership, we must invest our time and resources into building and molding those who will replace us.” –Jocelyn Formsma, H.B.Soc.Sci, J.D., Executive Director of the National Association of Friendship Centres

AY is pleased to celebrate leadership and honour the human resources in our communities in this Winter 2019 issue.

On January 3, 2019, Democrats Deb Haaland (Laguna Pueblo), representing the 1st Congressional District in New Mexico, USA, and Sharice Davids (Ho-Chunk), representing the 3rd Congressional District in Kansas, USA, became the first two American Indian women ever to be sworn in as members of Congress. While SAY typically steers clear of political issues, this his-

Dominick Blais and Kent Brown Co-Publishers, SAY Magazine

torical feat, centuries in the making, merits celebration and represents significant social change as it opens the door for future generations and inspires future Indigenous female leaders. Jocelyn Formsma puts it so well in the quote above; time and resources need to be invested into nurturing those who demonstrate leadership potential because they will ultimately be the future decision makers. In this issue, we celebrate current and emerging leaders in various industries from high performance sport (such as Olympic

athlete and 2019 Indspire award winner Brigette Lacquette, featured on our cover), activism, entertainment and the trades. SAY asked many of our partners to define what leadership means to them and how they identify leaders within their organizations. A few commonalities emerged; leaders demonstrate great passion for their work, are motivated to improve, show a commitment to the well-being of their community and have the ability to move people towards a common goal. Thank you to all who contributed their ideas.

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Feb. 25, 2019

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Gathering of Nations

Visit Albuquerque

Mar. 22, 2019

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Summer 2019

Summer Solstice

Apr. 29, 2019

May 6, 2019

June 3, 2019

Back2School

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July 12, 2019

July 26, 2019

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Global Indigenous Success

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019 FEB 5-7

2nd Annual Seminole Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy & Sustainability Conference Native Learning Center Hollywood, Florida, USA

FEB 14-15

2019 Aboriginal Circle of Educators (ACE) Conference and Education Awards Gala Best Western Plus Winnipeg Airport Hotel Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada www.aboriginalcircleofeducators.ca

APR 1-4

National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention San Diego Convention Center San Diego, California, USA www.indiangamingtradeshow.com

APR 23-25

9th Annual Indigenous HR Skill Builder Conference Winnipeg, MB, Canada www.legacybowes.com/events

FEB 15-MAR 3

APR 25-27

FEB 22

MAY 4-5

2019 Canada Winter Games Red Deer, Alberta, Canada www.canadagames.ca/2019

Indspire Awards Calgary, Alberta, Canada www.indspire.ca/indspire-awards

FEB 26-28

2nd Annual AFN National Water Symposium and Tradeshow Scotiabank Convention Centre Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada www.afn.ca

MAR 19-22

Gathering Our Voices 2019, Indigenous Youth Leadership Training Hupačasath and Tseshaht First Nations Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada www.gatheringourvoices.ca

Gathering of Nations Pow Wow Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA www.gatheringofnations.com

7th Annual National Indigenous Physical Activity & Wellness Conference Ermineskin Junior High School Maskwacis, Alberta, Canada www.a-pacc.com/conference-announcement-2019

MAY 14-16

Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada www.vqconference.com

MAY 28-31

Rendez-vous Canada (RVC) 2019 Metro Toronto Convention Centre Toronto, Ontario, Canada www.rendezvouscanada.ca

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Do you want to grow in your personal and professional life?

The Law of the Rubber Band states that your personal and professional growth stops when you lose the tension between where you are and where you could be. 6 | LEADERSHIP 2019

THE LAW OF THE

RUBBER BAND If you were asked, “Do you want to grow in your personal and professional life?” I’m sure you would answer with a resounding "yes!" It’s been said, true life begins at the end of our comfort zone, and we arrive there by stretching. In the Law of the Rubber Band we are reminded that rubber bands are ONLY useful when they are stretched. You would not be where you are or who you are today without some form of tension or stretching taking place. Let’s use the analogy of the rubber band for all it was meant to be and consider together these seven statements that will challenge each of us to evaluate how much we are willing to

stretch in order to develop in our personal and professional lives.

Few people ever want to be stretched Most people use only a fraction of their ability, and rarely, if ever, try to reach their full potential. When was the last time you learned something new for the first time?

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Stop settling for the status quo Most people are satisfied to settle into their comfort zone of familiar patterns and habits. It takes real courage to push yourself outside of your comfort zone. Remember, no one remembers average people. Stretching is an inside job The real process of growth begins with your thoughts. Those thoughts then become words and the words become actions. Philosophical writer James Allen said, “You cannot travel within and stand still without.” This inside job is an internal measurement that allows you to evaluate where you are against what you are capable of.

Stretching always requires change You can’t improve and avoid change at the same time! We must stop looking over our shoulders at what was and start focusing on what is. To quote George Eliot, “It is never too late to be

what you might have been.” If you are still satisfied with what you did five years ago, then you are not growing.

Stretching sets you apart from others Have you noticed that people seem to have become satisfied with mediocrity? As you stretch and get better you will be able to affect and infect others who will follow your lead, and everyone will become better as a result.

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Stretching can become a lifestyle When you stop stretching, you stop growing. Make stretching yourself part of your daily routine; you will be glad you did. Stretching gives you a shot at significance You see, if you are going to grow yourself you must first know yourself. What is the gap between good and great? Could it be that your ability to close that gap is directly related to your willing-

ness to be stretched? The bottom line on the Law of the Rubber Band is … are you always looking for a better way to do what you already do? If you are, then you need to know ahead of time that it will stretch you out of your comfort zone and propel you into your desired future. As you deal with your day-to-day situations, whether in business or personal life, you will be dealt several opportunities that you can stretch into. How you choose to deal with those determine how you positively (or negatively) impact your current circumstances, your life and how you influence those around you.

To your success! By Art Alexander, Certified John Maxwell, Speaker, Trainer and Coach

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BEHIND

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COVER STORY

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The First First Nations Hockey Player to be Named to Canada's National Women's Team

Brigette Lacquette UA Canada is a proud supporter of our Canadian athletes, encouraging excellence in sport and the continuous development of our Indigenous athletes at an elite level. We are proud to be the cover story sponsor for this issue of SAY Magazine featuring Brigette Lacquette.

Since her Olympic debut at PyeongChang 2018 last February, Brigette Lacquette has earned her spot amongst some of the greats in the Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL) and has become a wellknown name in the world of hockey and amongst the Indigenous community. A defenceman for Team Canada, Lacquette and fellow Indigenous athlete Jocelyne Larocque (of Métis heritage) helped Team Canada to a silver medal in Women’s Hockey in a difficult 3-2 shootout loss to the United States at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

When asked what it was like to play in the Olympic finals, Lacquette noted that although it was a difficult loss, it was an ex-

perience of a lifetime. “It was a dream come true to represent Canada at the Olympics. I was on a great team with great people and talented players–I couldn’t have asked for a better team to be a part of,” said Lacquette. “Not winning gold was disappointing but looking at the bigger picture, getting there and going through that with all the girls was a great experience overall. That loss will drive us to work harder.” Having been recently named the 2019 CWHL All-Star Captain, Lacquette is showing no signs of slowing down, and SAY was honoured to have the opportunity to interview her to find out more about the long road to the Olympic Games, what life has been like since and what it means to be a leader and role model. LEADERSHIP 2019 | 9

SAY Magazine: We read that you started skating at age 4 and playing hockey at age 5. How did you get involved in hockey? Lacquette: Growing up I was a bit of a tomboy. I played every sport possible, but there was just something about hockey that I loved. At at a young age I realized that I could spend hours on the outdoor rink skating, shooting and stickhandling. I had older cousins who played hockey, and I had to beg my dad to put me in hockey. My parents were hesitant because it is a largely male-dominated sport and it’s so rough. I begged and begged, and they finally signed me up. One of the other reasons I started playing hockey was because it was an outlet for me. I was bullied a lot when I was younger and didn’t have many friends–hockey helped me escape from all of it. I would spend countless hours outside skating, and I would imagine playing in a big game. Being active helped me get through difficult times. SAY Magazine: What are some of the challenges you have faced in your hockey career? Lacquette: Throughout my career I’ve faced racism and had to find ways to overcome it and redirect my anger–being active was like therapy for me. I have also been cut from a lot of teams over the years and had to learn to bounce back from those experiences. One of the first times I tried out for Team Manitoba I got cut, and in 2013 I was invited to try out for the 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team and got cut from that. That was a tough one to come back from–it was one of my biggest challenges. It took some time to find my love for the game again. SAY Magazine: What was it like to represent Canada, and more specifically First Nations people, at the Olympic Games? What did that mean to you? Lacquette: The experience as a whole was amazing and something I’ve always dreamt of doing–making that Olympic team and cracking that roster. I was incredibly honoured to be able to represent not only my country and my family, but Indigenous people across Canada. I didn’t realize how big of an impact I had until I got back from the Olympics. I was extremely humbled to be there, and I was proud of who I was and where I came from. SAY Magazine: What was one of your most memorable experiences from the Games? Lacquette: I had a moment at the beginning of the Games. I couldn’t believe I was there. During the opening ceremonies while 10 | LEADERSHIP 2019

walking in with the rest of the athletes from Canada was when it set in. I thought, “I’m actually here” and “I made it”. I realized in that moment that everything I went through was definitely worth it. SAY Magazine: What have you been doing since the Olympics? Lacquette: Soon after the Olympics, I went back to the reserve and made a surprise visit to the school and band office, and went to visit some of the surrounding reserves. I’ve also been touring communities all over Canada sharing my story with youth through community visits and with others through public speaking opportunities at conferences. I’ve been having a lot of fun touring different places and meeting great people. Having an Olympic silver medal is nice to have, but it’s nice to be able to share it with others too. It’s amazing to share it with the young people from the Indigenous communities I visit where they can touch and hold an Olympic medal. And at least once a year I go back to my First Nations and speak at the local hockey wind-ups, which I’ve done for the last 4 years. SAY Magazine: Who are your role models? Lacquette: My parents. They taught me everything I know, and everything I am today is because of them. They’ve always been my role models. Growing up in the sport, there wasn’t really anyone I could relate to. I’ve always admired the ladies on the National Women’s team, like Hayley Wickenheiser and Caroline Ouellette, but no one shared a similar background or experienced the same challenges I did. When Jordin Tootoo made the World Junior Team that was a huge inspiration. He was from a small community up north and made it all the way to a world stage. I thought that was pretty amazing. SAY Magazine: How do you feel about being a sport leader and role model for youth, especially for Indigenous athletes? Lacquette: I’m extremely proud to be in this position and the Olympics definitely gave me the platform to be able to share my story.

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COVER STORY Going to all these communities has been a positive in my life and hopefully a positive for those I’ve met along the way. I always tell the young people I meet that you can achieve anything that you set your mind to, and it doesn’t matter where you come from. I always tell them it’s going to be hard and it’s going to take a lot of hard work and determination but in the end it’s worth it. SAY Magazine: What advice do you have for young female Indigenous athletes looking to excel in hockey or in any sport? Lacquette: Be as athletic as possible. For me, growing up playing every sport possible helped me in hockey in every way. Don’t just focus on one thing. Try as many things as you can. Be a multi-sport athlete and work hard. SAY Magazine: What advice would you

give to someone who may be experiencing some of the same challenges you have faced? Lacquette: Be focused on yourself. I was lucky because my dad was always there on the bench as an assistant coach, and when I was faced with racial taunts on the ice my dad would tell me to “beat them on the ice”. That was my motivation to persevere. I am, and always have been, a very competitive person, and for me that was my way of winning. Be so focused on your own success that it doesn’t matter what anyone says to you, because you’ll be winning in the long run. SAY Magazine: What are your future goals, with hockey and/or otherwise? Lacquette: After hockey, I want to get into coaching and possibly pursue a career in speech pathology, which is something I’ve always been interested in.

Photo Credit: Mag Hood/Hockey Canada Images

Brigette Lacquette Fun Facts: To honour Lacquette as the first First Nations woman to play for the Canadian Women’s Olympic Hockey Team, her Olympic hockey stick was included in the diversity exhibit in the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2018.

Lacquette grew up in the remote Métis community of Mallard, Manitoba. Her Father is treaty from the O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation of Manitoba, while her mother is treaty from the Cote First Nation in Saskatchewan. Lacquette (26 years old) is the middle child in her family. She has an older sister named Tara and a younger brother named Taren, both of whom also play hockey at a high level. Lacquette has been part of Team Canada’s National Hockey Team since 2008. Lacquette won silver and gold medals at the 2009 and 2010 IIHF U18 Women’s World Championships, won a gold and silver medal with the National Women’s Team at the Four Nations Cup and made her IIHF Women’s World Championship debut in 2015, winning

the first of two back-to-back silver medals with Canada. [1] Lacquette was a defenceman for the University of Minnesota-Duluth where she was a member of the UMD Bulldogs and was named to the WCHA All-Rookie Team in 2011-12. [1] After graduating, Lacquette entered the CWHL draft and was selected 24th overall by the Calgary Inferno. As a member of the Inferno, she has helped the team win a Clarkson Cup and led them to another Clarkson Cup final in 2015-16. [1] Lacquette is a partner athlete with the sports mentorship organization Classroom Champions. As a participant of the organization’s “Circle” program, which connects athletes and youth of Indigenous heritage, Lacquette has provided mentorship to children from the Piitoayis (Eagle Lodge) Family School in Inglewood, Calgary. [2] Fun Fact Sources: 1. ALL-STAR GAME, NEWS. “BRIGETTE LACQUETTE NAMED CWHL ALL-STAR CAPTAIN” Canadian Women’s Hockey League. JANUARY 9, 2019. http://www. thecwhl.com/brigette-lacquette-namedcwhl-all-star-captain 2. “Fortney: Team Canada female hockey player tells Indigenous kids to shoot for the stars”. Calgary Herald. 2018-01-18. Retrieved 2018-02-17. LEADERSHIP 2019 | 11

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Spirit North Cross-Country Skiing Program

Promotes Outdoor Play Spirit North, a cross-country skiing program focused on improving the health and well-being of Indigenous youth through outdoor sport and play, is growing across Canada. Originally founded in 2009 in four northern Alberta First Nation communities, Spirit North is now operating in more than 35 Indigenous communities across the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, offering more than 6,000 students the opportunity to ski. Appointed in 2017, the charity’s CEO is Beckie Scott, a former Olympic cross-country skiing athlete from Alberta. Scott competed in three consecutive winter Olympics, first in the 1998 Nagano Games, and then moving on to win gold at the 2002 Salt Lake City Games and silver at the 2006 Turin Games. Scott joined the organization in 2006 and became an ambassador of the program. In an interview with The Canadian Press, Scott said, “I was really inspired and intrigued by the idea of sport for development — the concept that sport could be something other than high performance and Olympics,” said Scott. “I was very interested in ... the idea that it could be used to make a difference for people, especially kids.”

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Spirit North works with each Indigenous community to create a program that works best for their people. Spirit North provides all the cross-country equipment— skis, boots and poles—necessary. The program is a day-long event where every child gets a chance to try skiing. “It’s a really play-based approach,” explained Scott. “It’s fun, it’s supported, it’s learning and skills.” Spirit North has reported on their website (www.spiritnorthxc.ca) that their skiing programs have significantly increased the schools’ attendance on days when the ski program runs, and continues to promote healthy and active lifestyles to all the participants.

FEATURE PROFILE

Carley Rabbit Family Influence and Community Pride keep Carley Rabbit Striving for Excellence in her Apprenticeship

s a first year UA Steamfitter apprentice with UA Canada, Carley Rabbit is the first Pipefitter in her family. She is also the first person in her family to work on a major project at the new school in her community of Paul First Nation (Alberta, Canada) where she will be installing piping. There is so much pride that comes along with the contribution to a project that will benefit the community for many years to come. As a young Indigenous woman, being able to say that she played a role in the future education of the people in her community keeps her striving for success. “It makes me proud because I am a First Nations woman of Canada, and I am proud of where I come from,” said Rabbit. Rabbit’s father has been the biggest influence in her career thus far. He has encouraged her to pursue a career in the trades and supported her every step of the way. When the days get tough his inspiring words give her the strength to continue. “It’s not going to come easy or be handed to you,” her father told her. “You have to go out and work hard for it. There’s going to be some tough days, but in the end it all pays off. It is all worth it.” From playing softball and golf in the summer, to embracing art and photography, Rabbit keeps active in her community to inspire and give hope to Indigenous youth. She participates in youth and culture camps

“Nothing comes for free in this world. You have to work hard to play hard, and it’s my apprenticeship that gives me the ability to enjoy doing the things I love.”

by sharing her story, showing support and letting them know they are not alone. She leads by example and proves that success comes with hard work and the accomplishment you feel when you are succeeding in your career. Rabbit stated that building confidence in one’s work life is very rewarding. “I like to prove people wrong. As Indigenous peoples, we are succeeding in the trades, and in life. It is time to break the stereotypes.” UA Canada has helped Rabbit by providing her with an opportunity to succeed and move forward in her career. The piping industry has influenced her day-to-day life by inspiring her to get up every day and work hard for what she wants to accomplish. As a professional in the industry, Rabbit is able to bring a diverse perspective to the table and is setting an example for those around her. On every new construction site, renovation or maintenance job you are sure to find piping professionals, ensuring a lifelong career for those who pursue a career in the piping industry. As a first year UA Steamfitter Apprentice, Rabbit will have the opportunity to take advantage of world-class training, up-to-date high-tech education and career advancements through UA Canada that will keep her on the path to success.

Carley Rabbit

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FEATURE PROFILE

Daniel White From Growing up as a Grass Dancer, to a Career in the Film Industry, Daniel White Found his Calling in the Plumbing World

aniel White realized how rewarding a career in the unionized construction trades could be when he started out as a first-year apprentice plumber at 34 years old. From the in-depth training, attention to safety, pension, benefits and paid education, the UA has supported him every step of the way. The craftsmanship and pride that goes into this type of work has shown White that a career in the construction trades is not just a secondary choice, but an amazing and lasting opportunity that one can take pride in. White recognizes that plumbing isn’t just a job with a paycheque, but a fulfilling career with a prosperous future. “We’re good. We’re hard workers. We’re warriors. Being Indigenous, we care so much about pride. It runs in my family,” said White. “When you step down off that ladder and

you look at what you just did... You built that, and it’s not going to be gone tomorrow. That’s going to be around for a hundred years or more. Let’s get out there and show the world what we can do!” UA Canada has a wide range of highly skilled individuals representing all aspects of the piping industry, including plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, welders, HVACR techs, instrumentation techs and sprinkler fitters. At UA Canada, they understand it takes the right individual to succeed in the trades and having people like White promises new ideas and viewpoints to the table. White hopes to see more youth get involved in the trades. “Whether you’re a woman, or Indigenous, or anyone, I hope you look into the trades. Even if one person reads this, and thinks to themselves, maybe I could do it. Just go for it. Why wouldn’t you? This is the best kept secret in Canada.”

“Water is the life-line of all of us on this earth. Doesn’t matter who you are, without water, we don’t exist. And if you decide to jump into plumbing, you’re keeping the world alive.”

Daniel White

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FEATURE

UA Canada

The Canadian Piping Industry’s

Number One Choice for Skilled Labour UA Canada and our partner employers are the premier source of professional skills and technical capabilities in the piping industry. Our competitive leadership in the piping industry rests on three pillars: 1: UA Canada has the most extensive and technically advanced network of training centres for the piping industry in Canada. 2: Our members and our partner employers annually invest more than $20 million in training for our apprentices and skills upgrading for our journeypersons. That training is supported by the National Association of Union Schools and Colleges, which UA Canada established to create national standards and national curricula. No one provides more training to the Canadian piping industry and no one has higher training standards than UA Canada. 3: UA Canada adopted a Standard for Excellence that replaced the traditional, adversarial attitudes, which are still evident elsewhere in the construction and maintenance industry. The Standard for Excellence is our commitment to deliver the highest levels of safety, quality and productivity and thereby ensure the complete satisfaction of the owners and builders who ultimately employ our members. All these factors contribute to making our members the very best tradespeople, motivated and committed to delivering quality and value each and every day. Regardless of the size or complexity of a project, our contractors and members provide worry-free systems that perform at the highest level.

By Steve Morrison, Director of Canadian Affairs, UA Canada

We also recognize that many governments are assigning growing importance to using construction projects to promote greater equity in access to economic opportunities. Across the Nation, UA Canada along with our Locals, support a range of innovative and important outreach programs.

These programs provide opportunity for Indigenous Peoples, for veterans of our Armed Forces, for women, under-represented groups and for youth in disadvantaged neighbourhoods. Quality of life is key and providing opportunity for individuals to succeed in a career within the piping trades allows them to live their best life. UA Canada is proud to support our members, ensuring they have the opportunity to lead a fulfilling career, all while being able to enjoy their personal lives, and achieve their own goals. Our employers, owners and builders become collaborators and enablers of these initiatives. We are the number one source for the best trained and most qualified apprentices in North America.

Keegan Keeshig is a journeyman welder with UA Canada. He began his career in 2011, and in 2013 he won the UA Canada National Apprenticeship competition in Toronto, Ontario. He then participated in the UA International Apprenticeship Competition in Ann Arbour, Michigan, proudly representing UA Canada as a welding competitor, demonstrating the high caliber of apprentices we have within our membership. LEADERSHIP 2019 | 19

SAY Supporters Weigh In

HOW DO YOU DEFINE LEADERSHIP?

“Leadership is living your highest values and beliefs. It involves working for social justice and self-determination, raising consciousness, and revitalizing Indigenous ways of being and knowing. It is also supporting and encouraging the work of others and creating more leaders.” – Karri-Lynn Paul, Teaching Staff, Indigenous Women in Community Leadership at Coady International Institute

“A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions and the compassion to listen to others. He does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the quality of his actions and the integrity of his intent. In the end, leaders are much like eagles; they don’t flock and you find them one at a time.” – Jason Seright, Director of Indigenous Strategy at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

“Leadership is the ability to mobilize people with your plan, vision and passion by providing opportunity, tools to succeed, encouragement and respect.” – Melanie Hurley, CEO of Outside Looking In “Everyone is a leader in their own right. When you have conviction in your work and when you know it’s not just a job but a place where you know you can make a difference, the leader in oneself emerges. Some people describe it as a calling. We all have a calling; we just have to find that place where we are meant to be and where we know we can make a meaningful difference.” – Rebecca Chartrand, Executive Director of Indigenous Strategy at Red River College

“Leaders are engaged in their positions. They focus not only on the goals for the company but the goals for their co-workers. Leaders will identify challenges or issues and also come up with solutions. Leaders are concerned with getting the job done and how it gets done. Leadership is also the ability to perform your assigned job demonstrating the company’s mission, vision and values. A car salesman can sell 10 cars a week and outsell everyone else, but if he is lying or misleading about the vehicle and service just to sell the car, then they are of no asset to the company even if they meet or exceed a goal.” – Lisa Marin, Operations and Registration Manager for the National Indigenous Cannabis and Hemp Conference 20 | LEADERSHIP 2019

HEALTH

Indigenous Population More Prone to Arthritis While many of Canada’s leading researchers are still unraveling the mystery of why Indigenous peoples are more prone to arthritis than most other backgrounds, one thing remains very clear – arthritis may be common, but it’s not normal. “Many people have arthritis, especially in remote communities. What we’ve been trying to stress, in our research and model of care work, is that arthritis isn’t normal,” said Dr. Cheryl Barnabe, a rheumatologist and associate professor at the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary.

Arthritis Society Offers Tools for Pain Management

As a rheumatologist who cares for individuals with inflammatory types of arthritis, Barnabe’s practice takes her to the Tsuut’ina, Siksika and Blood reserves in Southern Alberta, Canada, every month, with a stop at the Elbow River Healing Lodge. Indigenous peoples have two to three times the instances of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and it strikes at least a decade sooner than it does in other populations. “There’s also a lot of confusion about the different types of arthritis. There are some types that need treatment, as early as possible, to prevent joint damage,” stressed Barnabe, who is of Métis descent and has a daughter living with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. “There are things that people can do to improve their arthritis pain and function. Plus, there are new things out there that weren’t available 25 years ago.” RA is an autoimmune disease, different from the wear-and-tear type of arthritis. The body’s immune system attacks the lining of the joints, causing inflammation with swelling, pain and stiffness that can

last for hours or days. It must be treated, or the affected joints can be destroyed. Inflammation can also occur in the blood, eyes, lungs and skin, and the fatigue can be crippling. Dr. David Robinson, a rheumatologist at the Health Sciences Centre at the University of Manitoba, has conducted research into the cause and effects of arthritis in Indigenous populations. Robinson, who travels to treat arthritis patients in remote northern Manitoba communities every month, says the high prevalence of the disease is linked to a gene present in 60 percent of the population, although not everyone who has the gene will develop inflammatory arthritis. There are other genetic factors at play as well as lifestyle considerations that are well within an individual’s control, such as regular exercise and not smoking. Barnabe believes that self-management is just as important as finding the right treatment plan. “It’s important that people find out what type of arthritis they have so they can get the right treatment and get connected,” said Barnabe. “There are things people can do to self-manage their arthritis, and that’s where organizations like the Arthritis Society come in.” Support, educational information, videos and programs through the Arthritis Society’s website at arthritis.ca can provide vital information to help better manage the disease. Simple tools like the Arthritis Society’s online Symptom Checker can assist in gathering critical information in the early stages. Continued on page 22 LEADERSHIP 2019 | 21

MUSIC

Janel Munoa 2018 Native American Music Awards Nominee for Best Rock Recording and Debut Artist of the Year Janel Munoa began singing when she was a little girl, howling through the dark oak forests at the edge of Luiseño Indians, her tribe’s reservation in Southern California, just an hour south of Los Angeles, California, USA.

a unique perspective through an infusion of rock, soul and the blues.

Recently nominated for two Native American Music Awards, Munoa’s debut album Howls from Deep in the Woods is a unique collaboration with fellow songwriter and husband Alex Vazquez and offers listeners

Inspired by her woodsy surroundings in New Marlborough (Berkshire County), Massachusetts, this “howling songbird” is currently working on a new record, which is expected to be released later this year.

A musician and visual artist, Munoa is passionate about the creative process of singing and songwriting and draws from her life experiences, not shying away from difficult topics like sexism and racism. Her “dark timbered voice” creates live performances that are full of energy, quirk and ceremony, as Munoa draws the audience into her world.

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“The tool is built on decades of experience in arthritis and pain management, drawing on the expertise of physicians, therapists and patients alike,” said Helen Anderson, the Arthritis Society’s senior manager of education. “We bring the very latest research right into the hands of the individual in an easy-to-follow, intuitive resource. Understanding where pain comes from, and how the things we do each day make it better or worse – this gives people the power to take charge of their condition and make choices that can help reduce their pain levels and increase their ability to function, so they can get back to the life they deserve.” The new “Managing Chronic Pain” online learning tool provides new options in self-managing pain, in addition to traditional methods. “There’s often a stigma around acknowledging pain,” said Dr. Siân Bevan, the 22 | LEADERSHIP 2019

Arthritis Society’s chief science officer. “It’s either accepted as inevitable or considered a sign of weakness – so people try and bear it silently. But you don’t have to just accept it: you’re not supposed to feel this way, and there are things you can do to feel better. We are encouraging people to be open about their experience, and to reach out for help. That’s where this new resource can be very useful.” Other resources offered by the Arthritis Society include a National Symposia Series at in-person sites across the country. The events will be streamed online with the post-event videos available on the Arthritis Society’s YouTube channel. The first symposia and webcasts of 2019 will be held May 4, 2019, in Winnipeg, Saskatoon and Calgary. Registration will open March 1, 2019, for both the in-person and live-stream events at arthritis.ca.

MUSIC

ARTSON With a mic and a beat, hip hop has given unheard voices a means of expression and a platform for many to share their own stories and experiences. As hip hop spread across the country, it made its way down to the borderlands of El Paso, Texas, USA, where it found teenager Arturo Hernandez and inspired the name “Artson”.

From rapping to dance battles to graffiti, hip hop introduced Artson to a culture that was both new yet familiar, and set him on a path that would lead him away from the perils of street life that had defined his childhood. “Hip hop saved my life,” Artson said. “There’s no question. It saved my life. It gave me an outlet to express myself.”

2018 Native American Music Awards Winner, Best Rap/Hip Hop Recording

A descendent of the Tarahumara people, Artson recognized the connection between hip hop and Indigenous culture. In the same way that hip hop has helped give African American and Latino New Yorkers a shared language and vision beyond the ghetto, hip hop has empowered Indigenous peoples across the United States by giving them an influential voice with which to share their history, strug-

gles, and dreams of a better life on and off the reservation. At the 2017 Native American Music Awards, Artson walked away with his first “Nammy” for Best Narrative Music Video for his song “Never Give Up” off his EP E.A.R.T.H. His latest full-length album Brave Star has just earned him his second “Nammy”– this time for Best Hip Hop/Rap Recording. Grateful and humbled by this latest achievement, Artson continues his lifelong journey to spread his message of courage and strength, in hopes of elevating the legacy of his Tarahumara ancestors while inspiring the next generation.

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MUSIC

DJ Krayzkree

DJ Inspired by the band A Tribe Called Red, Dallas Arcand, otherwise known as DJ Krayzkree–a nickname he earned in his youth for taking risks and making bold moves–is forging toward a new sound by blending the cultural influences of his mixed Indigenous and European heritage.

Arcand, whose traditional name is “Dancing Buffalo Man” is from the Alexander (Kipohtakaw) Plains Cree Nation near Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and is a wellknown motivational speaker and storyteller. Since his youth, he has explored his artistic talents through pow wow, hip hop and Métis music. A three-time World Champion Hoop Dancer, DJ Krayzkree is no stranger to the entertainment industry, having performed at venues all over the world, including the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games’ and the London 2012 Summer Olympics Games’ opening ceremonies. Combining his cultural traditions,

Indigenous dance and the growing popularity of electronic music, DJ Krayzkree is popularizing Indigenous language and teachings within the music industry.

In 2017 DJ Krayzkree performed on a 13-city cross-country tour, celebrating Canada’s 150th via the CP (Canadian Pacific) Canada 150 Train alongside Juno award-winning country artist Dean Brody and country singer Kelly Prescott. In 2018, prior to the release of this debut album Future Generations, he entered his song “Sokisimo Oonga Re-

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mix” into the CBC’s Searchlight contest. The song made it into the top 100, and eventually reached the top 12, where the song received an overwhelming response and support from the general public. Last year DJ Krayzkree also made his debut musical performance in Panama at the Tribal Gathering Festival to a worldly audience, who graciously accepted and danced to the musical vibes. As DJ Krayzkree continues to navigate the music industry, one thing will remain–his work will always be influenced by his Indigenous spirituality and traditional teachings.

MUSIC

Sihasin

Multi-award-winning musicians and siblings from the Dine’ (Navajo) Nation in Northern Arizona, USA, Jeneda and Clayson Benally create a politically-charged and explosive organic sound out of just bass and drums, inspiring their listeners with a hard punk backbone, softened by folk and world thumping pop.

Originally from Black Mesa on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona, Jeneda and Clayson were born into the heart of a political land dispute between a coal mining company and the Navajo and Hopi tribes, a fence separating them from their traditional homeland and family. They grew up protesting the environmental degradation and inhumane acts of cultural genocide, and have become known for creating music that reflects hope for equality, healthy and respectful communities, and social and environmental justice.

For over twenty years, the siblings were the backbone of the award-winning punk band Blackfire, who performed with legendary rockers like Joey Ramone and Maynard James Keenan.

The first single from Fight Like A Woman is the track “Strong Together”. “The song was inspired by the fact that we are a force when we find our commonality rather than our differences,” said Jeneda. “With the movements and hashtag societies we are changing the isolation of injustice. This song is a call for unity to create healthy and respectful communities.”

In 2012 they formed Sihasin (the Navajo word for “hope”) and released their debut album Never Surrender, produced by the legendary Ed Stasium (The Ramones, Talking Heads, Mick Jagger, Living Colour, Soul Asylum). Critically acclaimed, Never Surrender won numerous awards on the American Indian music scene and was called the “#1 Freedom Fighting Band to get you through the Trump Years” by The Huffington Post in December 2016.

Another highlight of the new album is the opening song “Child of Fire”, which recognizes how we are all made up of biological elements. “It is a remembrance that we are children of our Mother Earth,” said Jeneda. “Simply, we cannot live without her, so why then do we destroy her? It also pays homage to our first band Blackfire.”

The brother-sister duo also collaborated on the song “Sister Moon and Brother Sun” for the 2017 Grammy-nominated album by roots children’s duo The Okee Dokee Brothers. Following the inclusion of their punk rock version of the Christmas classic “Winter Wonderland” last holiday season in an ad campaign for Hyundai, Sihasin is happy to announce their self-released sophomore album Fight Like A Woman this coming May 25. “I hope that the vulnerability of these songs is relatable and the listener can feel empowered in knowing that ‘hey, you are not alone’, ” said Jeneda. The duo believes in creating positive change each and every day, and Fight Like A Woman is an incredible personal journey.

Having performed at major events all over the world, the siblings are also known for their internationally-acclaimed traditional Dine’ (Navajo) Family Dance Troupe— The Jones Benally Family. The duo offers presentations and workshops on Native American environmental and social justice issues and are dedicated to bringing their hopeful message to schools all over Indian Country, which have disproportionately low graduation rates and high risks of youth suicide. Sihasin is a rare band that does more than just perform. They leave their audience with an exhilarating feeling of Get Up, Stand Up, and Do! As Jeneda told KNAU radio, “We want to make music that makes people feel good and that they can do something—that they can create positive change in their community and that’s kind of the spirit behind Sihasin.”

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PROFILE

Kahentinetha Horn Years ago SAY Magazine’s founder and former publisher Leslie Lounsbury acknowledged prominent Indigenous-rights activist Kahentinetha Horn as a woman who had strongly influenced her life. Sadly, Leslie passed away last summer at the age of 68 after a long battle with cancer, before she had had the opportunity to interview Kahentinetha. In honour of Leslie and of other strong influential Indigenous female leaders, SAY felt it timely to explore and share fragments from the life of the renowned Kahentinetha Horn.

member of the Mohawk Bear Clan from Kahnawake, Québec, Canada, Kahentinetha began her career in the limelight as an actress and model in the 60s, quickly becoming a recognized advocate for the rights of Indigenous peoples and bringing national attention to major issues such as Treaty rights and the control of land and resources. The matriarch of her family with four daughters, Kahentinetha has always stood up for women’s rights—affirming the significance of a life-giver’s role in community and family, and the importance of passing on traditions to the next generation. “My mother was raised to consider the whole environment—everything that is alive—and this is all based on the Kaienerehkowa, what people refer to as ‘the great law of peace’,” said Kahentinetha’s youngest daughter, Kaniehtiio Horn. “My mother has said that the three things you need to exist as a nation of people is our language, land and culture, and that is what has influenced her life.” Kahentinetha’s grandparents on both sides of her family did not speak English, so she grew up completely immersed in her culture and language. “My mom would listen to [her grandparents] talk and tell stories of

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the history of our people. This, I know, created her foundation as a young child,” said Kaniehtiio. “When she got older, her and other young people of Kahnawake would go and listen to members of the community debate and discuss many issues which helped form her critical thinking.” In the 1960s and early 1970s, Kahentinetha became widely known for her public criticisms of anti-Indigenous racism and government policy regarding First Nations peoples, and for her advocacy of Indigenous independence. Since the 60s she has been involved in many Indigenous rights campaigns including the 1962 Conference on Indian Poverty in Washington D.C. and the blocking of the Seaway International Bridge in Cornwall, Ontario, in 1968. By 1972 Kahentinetha’s firm political opinions, published as separatist views had appeared in the pages of high profile magazines, university news publications and via commercial television. From 1973 on she has held various positions in the social, community and educational development policy sections of the federal Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development (now Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada). Kahentinetha and daughters Kaniehtiio

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PROFILE and Waneek Horn-Miller (co-captain of the Canadian women’s water polo team in the 2000 Sydney Olympics) are all survivors of the historic 1990 Oka Crisis. Waneek, who was only 14 years-old at the time, was stabbed in the chest by a soldier’s bayonet while she carried her then 4-year old sister Kaniehtiio—an image that flooded newspapers everywhere. The Oka Crisis was a 78-day standoff between the Kanienkehaka people and the town of Oka, Québec, over disputed land.

ters—she had to change the way she lived and now stays out of the public eye for her own safety. Despite any hardships, Kahentinetha raised four strong, independent and successful daughters and many grandchildren who are greatly inspired by her strength and vigour.

Speaking out has put Kahentinetha in harm’s way at times, but in the face of adversity she has always remained focussed. “She knew from the Kaianerehkowa that you have to fight until you win, not until you die,” said Kaniehtiio. Kahentinetha’s experiences have had an effect on her own life and how she raised her four daugh-

Coffee With My Ma was launched in April 2018 by Kaniehtiio whose life has been largely influenced by her mother, pointing her in the direction of the entertainment industry as an actress, filmmaker, writer and director, and as the co-publisher of the joint family publication Mohawk Nation News.

things you exist as a f people is uage, land ulture..."

SAY was fortunate to continue this conversation with Kaniehtiio who hosts a podcast of stories told to her by her fierce 78-yearold mother Kahentinetha Horn.

As a young adult, it became clear to Kaniehtiio that the stories she grew up with were nothing short of fascinating and worthy of sharing with the rest of the world. More importantly, the podcast, which offers listeners an intimate seat at the table with Kahentinetha, provides an opportunity to set the record straight since many of the stories shared about Kahentinetha over the years have been rather damaging and one-sided. “My mother’s been blacklisted, attacked in the news too many times to count, attacked by her own family members and physically attacked to the point where she even suffered a heart attack,” said Kaniehtiio. “There were many other young people just like her who were very enthusiastic about the message of protecting our mother the earth and our way of life. But, for some reason, my mom says the press liked her because they could take nice photos of her, but then they didn’t like her when they realized she had a serious message,” said Kaniehtiio. “She became selected and then targeted.” Kahentinetha has been in the press often for her activism and controversial opinions; however, there are many incredible stories of adventure and bravery that have yet to be heard. Coffee With My Ma cele-

brates those events and her warrior spirit, including captivating tales of Kahentinetha's experiences in the entertainment industry, such as her encounters with the legendary Marlon Brando. Keeping the tradition of story-telling and knowledge-sharing alive, Coffee With My Ma is a way to celebrate Elders. Kaniehtiio told CBC Radio that not only has the podcast been the ideal outlet to share stories about her mother, but it has filled a feeling of emptiness that she often experienced between acting jobs. Kaniehtiio feels a great sense of pride in her work and has found her voice through podcasting. You’ll have to tune-in to find out more: www.stitcher.com/podcast/coffee-with-my-ma Mohawk Nation News (MNN) is a daily online publication co-published by Kahentinetha Horn and daughter Kaniehtiio, dedicated to raising awareness about Mohawk people. It began during the 1990 Oka Crisis as a way to provide updates regarding the resistance. MNN has grown to be a recognized source for news and articles offering an independent Indigenous commentary on Kanion’ke:Haka/ Mohawk land, legal issues, culture, history and current issues. LEADERSHIP 2019 | 27

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Kaniehtiio Horn

Kaniehtiio Horn (nickname Tiio) is a Kanien’kehaka actress from Kahnawake, Québec, Canada. Some of her recent credits include playing Tanis on Crave TV’s Letterkenny, Tara in the hit web series Ghost BFF and Leah in CBC’s upcoming legal drama Diggstown. Kaniehtiio also has a recurring role in Amazon’s Man in the High Castle and starred in the feature film Mohawk.

aniehtiio started performing in plays in elementary school, but she didn’t realize acting was a profession until she watched actor Jim Carrey in the 1994 comedy Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. It was then she realized she could earn a living making other people laugh. Kaniehtiio graduated from Dawson College in 2005 with a Theatre Arts degree, and within a year of graduating she was cast in CBC’s TV mini-series Indian Summer: The Oka Crisis— ironic due to her presence at the standoff at only four years old with mother Kahentinetha

Horn and sister Waneek Horn-Miller. In her early 20s, feeling uninspired and somewhat tired of the scripts she was reading, Kaniehtiio decided to write and create a short film about a cigarette store—like the one she worked at in her late teens on the reserve.

htiio to wear many hats beyond just acting, including writing, directing and co-producing the comedy. Her debut film The Smoke Shack won several awards, including Best Comedy Short at the Yorkton Short Film Festival in 2013. This film helped launch her career of telling stories from her own perspective.

“I just wanted to do something,” said Kaniehtiio to Indigenous Power Television host, Nakuset. “There are smoke shacks all up and down the highways and on the reserve. It’s a part of the industry and the economy—a different little corner pocket of the world that no one really knows about.” The short film allowed Kanie-

Kaniehtiio continues to appear in numerous TV movies and short films. She hosts the podcast Coffee With My Ma and is the co-publisher of Mohawk Nation News. In her spare time she likes to swim and watch TV. Family means everything to her, and she loves the colour pink and Boodz, her cat.

“To me leadership is a person that has a good heart. Someone who carries integrity, honesty and is open minded to the people they lead.” –Elder Redsky

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2019 EDUCATION GUIDE SURVEY SAY’s Annual Education Guide for Indigenous students will be available in February 2019. To allow for the inclusion of very important information in this Guide, SAY is asking all Educators from Canadian and American Post-Secondary Institutions who offer Indigenous studies, programs and/or scholarships to complete and submit the form below.

Mail your completed form to: SAY Magazine, Kildonan Place, RPO Box 43084, Winnipeg, MB, Canada, R2C 5G7 OR scan and email your form to info@saymag.com. Complete and submit your form electronically by going to www.saymag.com.

10. Our institution provides emergency financial aid to students for housing and food. qYes qNo 11. Our institution offers dedicated units for Indigenous/Native students in residence. qYes qNo

To reference the 2018 Education Guide Directory, kindly contact SAY at info@saymag.com and a copy of last year’s guide will be forwarded to you.

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Submitted by (name): ___________________________________________________ Title:__________________________________________________________________ Faculty:_______________________________________________________________ Email:_________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________________________________________ Institution Address:______________________________________________________ 1. Our institution offers an Indigenous/Native degree course. If yes, indicate the name of the program below. qYes qNo 2. Our institution accepts Indigenous/Native program credits from other educational institutions. qYes qNo 3. Our institution offers a transition program to assist students with upgrading their skills. qYes qNo 4. Our institution has a dedicated Indigenous/Native Student Center. qYes qNo 5. Our institution employs an Indigenous/Native Student Counsellor. qYes qNo 6. Our institution has an independent Indigenous/Native Student Association. qYes qNo 7. Our institution offers a scholarship/bursary for Indigenous/Native students. qYes qNo 8. Our institution has dedicated spots for Indigenous/Native children in our onsite daycare facility. qYes qNo 9. Our institution provides information to students on local community services. qYes qNo

14. Our institution has a formal agreement with tribes/bands regarding their students attending our institution. qYes qNo 15. If yes to #14, does this agreement include a section stating that our institution prepares its students for employment by providing training in the following areas (please select all that apply): qAcademia qSocial/interpersonal skills qCareer exploration qThe importance of culture/environment of different workplaces qThe culture/environment of our institution. 16. Our institution employs Indigenous/Native faculty. qYes qNo 17. Our institution offers Indigenous/Native content in regular (non-Indigenous specific) programs. qYes qNo qSome 18. Our institution tracks employment statistics for graduates from Indigenous/Native programs. qYes qNo If yes, how long after graduation is this done: qNo q3 Months q6 Months q12 Months 19. Our institution tracks employment statistics for graduates from Indigenous/Native programs from their field of study. qYes qNo If yes, how long after graduation is this done: q3 Months q6 Months q12 Months 20. Our institution offers dedicated spots in high demand programs for Indigenous/ Native students. qYes qNo

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