PELLC7ELL7ÚLLCWTEN 2013
A monthly publication serving the people and communities of the Secwépemc Nation
Secwepemc Health Caucus Sign Agreement
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The voice of the SHUSWAP NATION
Pellc7e7úllcwteń November 2013
• SEXQELTQÍN ADAMS LAKE • ST’UXWTÉWS BONAPARTE • TSQ’ÉSCEN
CANIM LAKE • STSWÉCEMC/ XGÉT’TEM’ CANOE/DOG CREEK • ESK’ÉT ALKALI LAKE • LLENLLENÉY’TEN HIGH BAR • TK’EMLÚPS
KAMLOOPS • QW7EWT LITTLE SHUSWAP • SK’ATSÍN
NESKONLITH • SIMPCW
Siubmitted by VickiManuel, Wayne Christian
Secwepemc Health Caucus Tscewmintlen ren kw’seltkten. Wunuxtsin ren skwekwst; I am the Kukpi7 of Splatsin and Elected Chairperson of the Secwepemc Health Caucus by the Kukukpi7 and Health Directors; Chief Wayne Christian. We as a Secwepemc Nation have organized ourselves into a Health Caucus that is the 17 Kukukpi7 & 13 Health Directors. Our staff support consists Of two Hub Coordinators, Vicki Manuel and Ryan Day and a Hub Assistant, Sanik Edwards. This work has been ongoing for the last 8 years with us getting formally organized in the last 2 years. There was an agreement signed between Canada, the 203 First Nation Bands and BC on health. Canada signed a 10-year agreement with the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) to transfer all the finances and responsibility to our control. This involved the establishment of a First Nations Health Authority that has transferred all of First Nations Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) to the First Nations Health Authority effective October 1st 2013. The First Nations Health Council was created following the negotiating and signing of a series of agreements
between First Nations, Canada and British Columbia. The Transformative Change Accord, signed in 2005, committed the signatories (First Nations, Canada and BC) to establish a new relationship based on mutual respect and recognition and to close the social and economic gaps between First Nations and other British Columbians in several areas of health. BC and First Nations entered into a bilateral agreement called the Transformative Change Accord: First Nations Health Plan (2006). Part of this agreement included the creation of a First Nations Health Council. The federal government joined First Nations and BC in a subsequent agreement that retained most of the direction in the bilateral plan and committed the signatories to develop a tripartite First Nations Health Plan for BC. The First Nations Health Council was established in 2007 and reformed to a regional model in 2010. The role of the First Nations Health Council is to provide a focus for BC First Nations to continue the work of reforming health care. Chief Bernie Mack, Gwen Phillips, Kowanitco Michel are the 3 reps to the First Nations Health Council for the Interior Nations. The Health Council is guided by 7
directives as directed by the 203 Chiefs of BC: 1. Community Driven, Nation-based 2. Increase First Nations decision making 3. Improve Services 4. Foster meaningful collaboration & partnership 5. Develop Human and economic capacity 6. Without prejudice to our interests 7. Function at a high operational standard In the Interior we have organized as the 54 communities and as the 7 Nations by signing a Unity Declaration on February 24th 2010 to work together on Health. The Interior Nation Executive representing their respective Nations are; Chief Bernie Mack, Gwen Phillips, Kowanitco Michel are the 3 reps to the First Nations Health Council. Chief Art Adolph, Kevin Skinner, Mic Wertsuk and I represent our Nation. The Kukukpi7 and Health Directors of the Secwepemc Nation identified these priorities for our Nation; Secwepemc Health Caucus – Strategic priorities (Revised at Secwepemc Health Caucus meeting January 18th 2013) - SHC TOP PRIORITIES 2013 – 2015 1. Relationship with Interior Health Authority (Signed September 10th 2013 Letter of Understanding with IHA – developing an implementation plan) 2. Mental Health and Addictions a. Adults with Disabilities b. Adults with complex needs c. Assessments d. Child and Family 3.Long Term Care – Elders Care a. Elders Home continued on page 5 4.Non – Insured Health Benefits
NORTH THOMPSON • TSK’WÉYLECW PAVILION • KENPÉSQ’T SHUSWAP • SKÍTSESTN SKEETCHESTN • XATS’ÚLL SODA CREEK • SPLATSÍN
SPALLUMCHEEN • T’ÉXELC
WILLIAMS LAKE • STIL’QW/ PELLT’ÍQ’T WHISPERING PINES/CLINTON
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NEWS The voice of the Shuswap Nation Secwepemc News is published monthly OUR MISSION is to provide a forum for members of the 17 Shuswap Bands to discuss and learn more about the issues, news and events taking place in the Shuswap Nation; to promote awareness of Secwepemc language, culture and history; to recognize the individual accomplishments of community members; and to provide a vehicle for the outside community to learn more about the history, current affairs and future goals of the Secwepemc people.
You can reach our Editorial Office by phone: (778) 471-5789 by fax: (778) 471-5792 by e-mail: communic@secwepemc.org; or by mail: c/o Secwepemc Cultural Education Society 274A Halston Connector Road, Kamloops, BC V2H 1J9
Editor Louise Alphonse Language Page Kathy Manuel Contributors * Dale Tomma * Vicki Manuel * Diane Anthony * Debra McNeil * Vanessa Gottfriedson * Nadine Adam * Cherlyn Billy * Gabriel Archie * Kukpi7 Christian
Calendar of Community EVENTS
All are welcome to list any upcoming meetings and events in this space. Please give us a call at (778) 471-5789 or fax us at (778) 471-5792 or E-mail us at communic@secwepemc.org. Storytelling Workshops Learn the basics of storytelling, in Secwepemctsín and/or English Led by Simpcw Elder Mona Jules and joined by some our top storytellers, they will share techniques and presentation tips and demonstrate what makes a good storyteller. Topics of discussion will include: Significance of storytelling, techniques, how to tell and create a story, speech patterns in Secwepemctin, and Secwépemc Legends. Nov. 16* Secwepemc Museum, Tk’emlúps 10am - 2pm THERE IS NO COST TO THESE! Please bring a packed lunch We greatly acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia For information contact Kathy Manuel 778-4715789
After School Aboriginal Girls Mentors Group The Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society, Kamloops School District, First Nations Education Council, and TRU would like to introduce the group. It is intended to give extra support to Aboriginal girls in such areas as: moccasin making, birch bark baskets, traditional teachings and working on various self empowerment tools. There will be two groups of ten girls ranging from ages 9-13, working with Aboriginal female mentors. Transportation arrangements may be available. Call Renee Narcisse, facilitator @ 250-376-1296 for more information. Group 1 is on Tuesdays 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Group 2 is Wednesdays 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Dad’s Drop In Group: To Learn the Seven Teachings When: Wednesdays @ 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at the 2355 Parkcrest Avenue location. To register contact Daryll 250-376-1296
I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS TIME TO PUBLICLY THANK THE GENEROUS SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS FOR MY ATTENDANCE AT THE 2013 WORLD MASTERS GAMES IN TORINO ITALY, WHERE I PARTICIPATED IN THE WOMENS SOFTBALL EVENT. IT WAS AN EXPERIENCE I WILL DEFINITELY TREASURE AND WOULD ABSOLUTELY ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO ATTEND. MY SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING BUSINESSES, ORGANIZATIONS AND PEOPLE WHO DONATED OR VOLUNTEERED TO RAISE FUNDS. * Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band Council * CFDC of Central Interior First Nations Staff and Board of Directors * Johnny’s on the Rez Delores and Johnny Jackson *Turtle Island Consulting Services Inc. Don Caverley * Quaaout Lodge and Talking Rock Golf Academy * Le7ek Day Spa – Quaaout Lodge * Sun Peaks Golf Course * Sun Rivers Golf Course * Kamloops Dunes Golf Course * Riverside Golf * Magic Shuter - LNIB * Robin Billy & Dez John * Julie John & Matilda Morgan * RJ & Kristina John * Sage Tomma & Tess Tomma * Mascon Cable Systems Inc. In Sportsmanship, Dale M. Tomma
Secwepemctsín Wel me7 yews “Preserving Our
We appreciate and rely on the Shuswap communities for their stories and activity reports. Kukwstep-kucw
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NATIVE HOROSCOPE.......... Snake: Oct 23 – Nov 22 Most shamans are born under this Native American animal symbol. The Snake is a natural in all matters of spirit. Easily attuned to the ethereal realm the Snake makes an excellent spiritual leader. Also respected for his/her healing capacities, the Snake also excels in medical professions. The Snake’s preoccupation with matters intangible often lead others to view them as mysterious, and sometimes frightening. True, the Snake can be secretive, and a bit dark – he/ she is also quite sensitive, and caring. In a supportive relationship the cool Snake can be passionate, inspiring, humorous, and helpful. Left to his/her own devices, the Snake can be despondent, violent, and prone to abnormal mood swings. Snake people can be intense and sometimes secretive. They are creative, wise and thrive on praise. They require great selfdiscipline and will power to control their harsh sides.
In Remembrance of those who gave so much, so we could have today.
WHISPERING PINES/ CLINTON INDIAN BAND Nominations: Date: Wed. Dec. 18, 2013 Place: Band Office
Whispering Pines/Clinton Indian Band
615 Whispering Pines Dr.
Time: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Elections: Date: February 4, 2014 Time: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm Place: Band Office 615 Whispering Pines Dr.
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The Secwépemc Calendar
Long ago the Secwépemc had their own calendar. An annual seasonal round, termed swucwt (“snow”) consisted of thirteen months or moons (mégcen), with the month names derived from the activity people were carrying out at that time of the year or the characteristics of the weather or nature at that time. The annual seasonal cycle started with the late fall month, Pellc7ell7ú7llcwten̓, the ”entering month”, when people first entered their c7ístkten̓ or winter underground home, and ended with PesllwéIsten, the fall-month, when people hunted and trapped game in the mountains.
Ne Flanders Fields m-súk̓wtes re tsiqw te sulén̓sem, nerí7 ne sk̓mewst.s re stekts’enwécw te stltal. Tsq̓ey̓-kucw neri7 ell ne st̓iqt setsínem le spipúy̓e.... Ta7 k m-sqnímentem tek swet Witsín le m-st̓qupt.s le swelwelmíńk. M-qwteq-kucw Ta7 k sq̓7es le m-w7écwes-kucw. Wíktem-kucw re scpeqtsín... ell wíktem-kucw le k̓lucw te skwék̓wes. Xwexwistém-kucw le k̓wséltktens ell xwexwistéls-kucw ell. Kémell pyin tsmol-kucw ne tspenp̓éns re Flanders Fields. Yews e newí7 pyin... kellpékst-kucw Yerí7 stseq̓míctst te kwen̓p Tqéltkes k swísen-tp. E llépen-tp-kucw ta7 me7 s7etícs-kucw, we7 k̓últes nu7 k tsiqw te sulén̓sem ne Flanders Field.
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Secwepemc Storytelling
by Mona Jules In the past, Secwepemc stories always began with: Le q̓7es! Storytellers are/were the community educators and they are extended family and community members who have knowledge of stories handed down through the generations. Many of our past elders, if not all the elders, were aware of their environment right from an early age, the age we call the Pellc7ell7ú7llcwten̓ - “entering month” “etsxem” or traditional training stage. The age when they began Yi7éne te mégcen m-c7ell7úllcwes to gain knowledge of many important skills needed in order to re Secwépemc ne c7es7ístkten̓s. live a comfortable life. Those in training developed; self esteem, confidence, self-discipline, a positive attitude, respect and were This is the month the Secwépemc known for their strong sense of character. entered their winter homes. As people listened to stories they learned many lessons which helped each listener gather knowledge about our environment. Secwepemc values and taboos were most important to learn from stories In Flanders Fields as each listener unravels and sifts through stories they learn from situathe poppies blow tions and consequences within those stories. between the crosses row on row. There is an urgent need to bring back “storytellers” in our Secwepemc That mark our place communities. Our language teachers would be honored to have others and in the sky passing on the arts in another form when they are unable to do storytellthe larks, stil bravely singing, fly. ing themselves. In this way we honor past elders too, bringing back an Scarce heard important method and another way to re-awaken people’s imaginations with many flexible activites, remember also their pride in interpreting amid the guns below. their experiences as they entertained their audience. In the past when we listened to my grandmother Teroti’s stories, we sat We are the Dead on the floor of her one room log house. Kyé7e told stories told to her by short days ago her Kyé7e. Lessons in those stories were transformed into real images We lived felt dawn, just by the use of her fingers, her soft or loud voice. Her stories came to saw sunset glow. life with repetitions of: sax, sax, sax; kelúcw, kelúcw, kelúcw, or pull, pull, pull. by Lieut-Col. John Loved McRae M.D translated Contemporary story tellers have so much more at hand than story tellers and were loved to Secwepemctsin by of the past, we have: puppers, pictures, toys of every description, CD’s, Mona Jules and now we lie and DVD’s. By listening to our story tellers, we could revive some of in Flanders Fields. thos past techniques, we could make movies or cartoons for our children to watch. Take into consideration the Dora movie, it is simple and still small children love Dora, they watch that over and over. Take up our quarrel with the foe All of our Secwepmc stories have intrinsic qualities, which when heard, To you from falling hands we throw must be teased apart for the information that it is being relayed. You The torch; must use your imagination when listening to stories in order to learn be yours to hold it high. about cultural values, traditions or language. The information was not given to you, you had to put your thinking cap on. If ye break faith with us who die Secwepemc Myths still exist among our people. Our myths are just as We shall not sleep, though poppies grow important as any other myth in existence anywhere. The Secwepemc in Flanders Field spirit has to continue to our future generations, do not allow it to be a flash in the pan and be lost!
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Submitted by Nadine Adam
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We Honor our secwepemc veterans
Raymond Sam currently serves in the Canadian Forces Army Reserve, 39, Service Batalion, 11th Company, Combat Support Unit in Victoria. Raymond is a registered member of the Tswaout Indian Band but he was raised in the Interior (ChuChua, Kamloops, Merritt, Canoe Creek, Williams Lake and back to Victoria). Raymond considers Canoe Creek his home community. He is the son of Nadine and Hank Adam of the Canoe Creek Indian Band (birth father Russell Sam). Nadine and Hank Adam were married (1996). Raymond considers Hank Adam his father, as Hank has raised Raymond since he was 2 yrs old (1992). Raymond’s grandparents are Frank Eustache (ChuChua) and the late Pearl Eustache (Tswaout and Tsartlip). Raymond Graduated from Stelly’s Secondary School and not long after, he joined Canadian Forces on July 12, 2008. Raymond is the proud father of a beautiful daughter, Jade Pearl Jimaze Bradly born June 14, 2010. The Army is family orientated, they presented his daughter Jade with a “Certificate of Appreciation for 2010/11” to acknowledge her supporting her dad being in Army. The programs and training that Raymond has completed to date: 2006 Pre-Recruit Aboriginal Training Course, Work Point Esquimalt 2008 Raven Program, Work Point Esquimalt 2010 Cooked for 1500 on Western Defender, Shilo, Manitoba, 2011 Jan to March, Basic Military Qualification Land 2011 June to Aug, TL3 Cooks training, Borden Ontario 2012 Jan to April TL4, On-job Training package in Edmonton 2012 July to Aug, TL5 IC training, Borden Ontario 2011 Sep to 2012March, Driver Wheel 2012 April, Boise Idaho, Cougar Defender, joint tasking with National Guard and Canadian Armed Forces. Cooked for 900 people 2012 Sep to 2012Nov, Driver Wheel MSVS course 2013 June to July, tasking in Calgary, cooked for Non-Rescue Op Course for Infantry Ray’s motivation to join the Canadian Forces came from his Grandfather Frank Eustache. Frank was in the Canadian Forces in 1968 to 1972 and he was a Mechanic Driver, Basic Training Wainwright, Edmonton. Mechanics Training, Kingston Ontario and then posted to base maintenance section in Victoria and was there until he applied for release in 1972. Frank’s father, Angus Eustache, and Angus’s brother Casmier Eustache both applied to enlist into WWII however both were declined due to medical reasons. Raymond and his grandfather Frank were based out of the same work sites – Work Point Esquimalt and Edmonton. Raymond admires and idolizes his Grandfather Frank for being in the Canadian Forces. Raymond’s brothers Willie Adams (Canoe Creek) and Dustin Sargent (Canoe Creek) also attend the Canadian Armed Forces Program – Raven Program. Willie was in the Raven program in the summer of 2005 and Dustin was in the Raven program in 2008. Dustin’s parents are Janet Billy and Basil Billy from Canoe Creek.
Raymond Sam, Canadian Forces Army Reserve
Frank Eustache, Canadian Forces 1968 to 1972
Raymond and his daughter Jade Pearl Jimaze Bradly
Raymond with his parents; Hank and Nadine Adam
Above: Four generations; Raymond Sam, Frank Eustache, Nadine Adam, Jade Bradly
Left: Dustin Raven’s Grad 2008 9th from the left
Willie Adams with his guns
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A New Health Partnership 5.Transition to New Health Authority a. Contribution Agreements b. Capital c. Communications/Technology d. Capacity 6. Traditional Medicines and Services 7. Wellness and Life Style 8. Nutrition and Food Security We are embarking on a new era where we can make changes to the design and delivery of health services in our community, we know that the current system is not working. We need to design services that are community driven and Nation based. The changes for people on the ground; hopefully with the Letter of Understanding with the Interior Health Authority are health services that are not discriminatory for our people in all the hospitals and other
health services. We are seeking ways to increase the amount of monies that get allocated for our health services. The agreement has an annual increase for the communities and protect the funds for 10 years so that there can be no cutbacks from the Federal government. The agreement also negotiated more funds for the Non Insured Health Benefits program. We as communities have a say as to how these funds will be targeted for expenditure. We have much work to do and we need to do as our Ancestors did to make sure we are here today; we need to work hard and to plan. If you have any questions you can contact our SHC Hub Coordinator Vicki Manuel @ 250-314-6732. Also visit our website page at www.secwepemchealth.org and like us on our Facebook page.
The First Nations Health Authority took over health program and service delivery responsibilities from Health Canada’s First Nations and Inuit Health Branch in British Columbia on October 1, 2013. The First Nations Health Authority represents a new relationship between BC First Nations, the Province of BC, and the Government of Canada, working to address health service gaps that exist for BC First Nations. The Health Promotion and Prevention Healthy Living Unit supports BC First Nations and Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities to achieve health through wellness by promoting healthy behaviours and enhancing supportive environments through community-based programs and services. Funded initiatives include a broad focus on health promotion and chronic disease prevention and management, including healthy eating, food security, physical activity, tobacco prevention and cessation, chronic disease screening and management, and injury prevention. Enhancing supportive environments also aims to increase understanding of the relationship between the social determinants of health and healthy living/chronic conditions. The Healthy Living Unit also support and funds: knowledge development, dissemination and exchange; research; monitoring and evaluation; public education and outreach; capacity building; program coordination; consultation; and, other health promotion and disease prevention activities.
Elements: Health Promotion & Primary Prevention Supports a wide range of community driven, nation based, and culturally relevant health promotion and chronic disease prevention activities offered in BC’s First Nations and Aboriginal communities including diabetes awareness, healthy eating, food security and physical activity as part of wellness. Screening and Treatment Supports a variety of chronic disease screening and management including diabetes screening, diabetes education, and diabetes self-management. Capacity Building & Training Supports training and continuing education for health professionals, para-professionals, and community diabetes prevention workers in areas such as: diabetes, health promotion, foot care, healthy eating, physical activity, and cultural competency. First Nations Health Authority Healthy Living Unit staff are available to provide subject matter expertise to communities in health promotion areas including diabetes, nutrition, food security and physical activity. Research, Surveillance, Evaluation and Monitoring Supports activities related to research, surveillance, evaluation and monitoring of health promotion and chronic disease prevention and management initiatives, and supports efforts to build the evidence base for nutrition, food security, and physical activity initiatives.
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The long legacy of conservation and sustainable use BOSTON BAR, BRITISH COLUMBIA-(Marketwired - Aug. 22, 2013) - Representatives from the Government of Canada, First Nations, the United States, and U.S. Indian Tribes today celebrated 100 years of cooperation in conserving and managing Fraser River salmon. In a special event held at historic Hell’s Gate, dignitaries from both sides of the border unveiled commemorative plaques to mark the occasion and reflected on the enduring legacy of cooperation sparked by rock slides a century ago. In 1913, the first massive rock slides at Hell’s Gate blocked the passage of sockeye salmon en route to their spawning grounds throughout the Fraser River system in the BC Interior. Quickly, efforts began to assess the situation and develop lasting solutions to protect fisheries of immense commercial and cultural importance to both Canada and the United States. While small-scale efforts to move fish around the blockage started immediately, it would take years of dialogue before consensus could be reached on the scope of the problem and a practical solution. In 1937, a treaty between Canada and the United States laid the foundation for large-scale formal cooperation to restore and manage Fraser River salmon through the International Pacific Salmon Fisheries Commission (IPSFC). The IPSFC facilitated the construction of massive concrete “fishways” around the blockage at Hell’s Gate in 1945 and 1946, a major engineering feat that endures to this day. The 1937 treaty was eventually replaced in 1985 with a new agreement to cover regional salmon fisheries from Alaska through B.C. to the U.S. Northwest via the Pacific Salmon Commission (PSC), which includes members from the Government of Canada, First Nations, the United States, and U.S. Indian Tribes. In addition to supporting commercial and recreational fisheries, Fraser River salmon are critically important to First Nations and U.S. Indian Tribes which incorporate the fish into their culture, health, and economy and continue to contribute significantly to conservation efforts. “Today, we give respect to the First Nations through whose territory the Fraser River flows, and honour the century of dedication shown by generations of people to preserve these historically important fisheries,” said Chief Fred Sampson of the Siska Band. Lorraine Loomis, co-chair of the PSC’s Fraser River Panel and member of the Swinomish Tribe, offered similar views. “The U.S. tribes have strong ties to the fate
of Fraser River salmon and will continue their long legacy of conservation and sustainable use.” “While the last 100 years has seen a mix of struggles and success in dealing with Pacific salmon across the region, the people involved always shared a common goal to protect the fish and the communities they support,” said John Field, Executive Secretary of the Pacific Salmon Commission. “It is truly remarkable that two countries have cooperated for 100 years with such success on a shared environmental issue,” added Anne Callaghan, U.S. Consul General in Vancouver. “The United States remains committed to managing our salmon fisheries and other natural resource issues shared with our friends in Canada.” The returns of Fraser sockeye this year have been mixed relative to scientific forecasts, with some runs near the low end of the range, others in the middle, and still others near the high end. However, all returns have been higher than their parent year runs in 2009. The PSC and its Fraser River Panel have responded quickly with actions to maximize the chances of a successful spawning run, and the Hell’s Gate fishways will increase fish survival during the present low river flows and high temperatures. “Conservation and the sustainable use of fisheries resources are a priority for our Government,” said Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue, who attended the event on behalf of Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. “Our Government knows the importance of salmon in B.C. That is why $65 million is committed annually to Pacific salmon, with about $20 million directly related to Fraser River sockeye.” Pacific salmon include many species with wide geographic ranges and varying abundance that require monitoring and management across national borders and jurisdictions. As a treaty organization, the PSC facilitates this through research and regular meetings between national, state, First Nation, and U.S. tribal delegates to manage commercial, sport, and subsistence fisheries for salmon in both countries. The PSC organized today’s celebration with support from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Fraser River Aboriginal Fisheries Society, Hell’s Gate Air Tram, and the Pacific Salmon Foundation. To obtain photos from today’s event or for more information on continued...pg.6
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the history of the Pacific Salmon Commission and the Hell’s Gate fishways, please contact John Field at the PSC headquarters as shown below. Backgrounder; Hell’s Gate Fishways An Example of International Cooperation Located in British Columbia’s Fraser River Canyon, Hell’s Gate is an extremely narrow gorge that constricts the southerly flow of the Fraser River. This naturally-occurring rock formation creates a bubbling cauldron of white water that is world-renowned for both its beauty and power. Below the surface, Hell’s Gate also serves as a substantial barrier to the migration of Fraser River salmon. From the mid-1880s through 1914, railway construction resulted in large quantities of rock falling in the river, depositing debris directly into the Fraser River below. As a result, salmon destined for major tributaries such as the Salmon, Adams and Horsefly Rivers died without spawning jeopardizing the viability of future runs. In late 1913, authorities commenced efforts to remove and relocate debris from Hell’s Gate as well as to construct a rudimentary fish ladder to permit salmon to migrate upstream. However, a rock slide in February 1914 further narrowed the gorge, making salmon migration nearly impossible. A valued resource on both sides of the border, the declines in Fraser River sockeye salmon returns caused ongoing concern for the Governments of Canada and the United States. On August 4, 1937, Canada and the United States signed the Convention between the United States of America and Canada for the Protection, Preservation and Extension of the Sockeye Salmon Fishery
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of the Fraser River System. The treaty established the right of both countries to harvest an equal proportion of sockeye returning to the Fraser River. It also formalized the obligation of both countries to conduct scientific investigations, make recommendations, and initiate regulatory decisions to improve the status of Fraser River sockeye. To oversee these tasks, the treaty created the International Pacific Salmon Fisheries Commission (IPSFC) with representatives from both nations. In 1938, the IPSFC commenced a scientific review to improve salmon passage at Hell’s Gate. Early studies indicated that while some late-returning sockeye salmon runs were able to migrate through the area, the combination of increased velocity and significant elevation change resulting from debris build-up proved nearly impassable for early runs. IPSFC scientists recommended immediate action to improve fish passage past the Hell’s Gate obstruction. The first fishways on the banks of Hell’s Gate were constructed from the fall of 1944 through May 1946. The effect was immediate - allowing the passage of salmon previously unable to migrate due to high stream flows. Additional fishways were added to the system over the next two decades, with the costs shared equally by Canada and the United States. The fishways continue to serve as an important reminder of the need for cooperative management of Pacific salmon. Today, the Pacific Salmon Commission, the Government of Canada and the Government of the United States continue to work closely with First Nations, U.S. tribes, and others to conserve and protect this important resource. Edith Fortier received the Maggie Hodgson Visionary Award from Nechi Institute. Completed the Community Addictions Training and Advanced Counsellor Training and Pharmacology course through Nechi
“CONGRATULATIONS” EDITH FOR YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
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Welcome to “Fitness and Food” by Vanessa Gottfriedson My Favorite Butt and Thigh Exercises Exercise 1 - Squat For a proper squat, you wanna make sure you keep your back straight. When your down in the squat sit into your heels and hold for 3 seconds, then when you stand up again bring feet together and squeeze your butt at the top. Repeat for 10 reps. For a more advanced squat, hold weights in your hands.
Exercise 3 Kneel with both legs on a mat, knees lined up with hips and elbows lined up with your shoulders. Extend right arm out for balance. Lift your right knee up, squeeze your butt, then cross your knee over your other leg, lift your leg back up again and bring back to starting position. Do 10 reps. Repeat with left leg and left arm extended out for balance. For a more advanced butt exercise, use ankle weights.
Little Fox Run at Little Fawn My name is Debra McNeil. I work at Little Fawn Daycare. On Thursday September 26 at 10:30 am, the 3-5 room honoured the pledges that they raised for the Little Fox Run. They raised a total of $183.73. The children ran in the big field of the daycare building. They were extremely excited. Lillawas Jules and I had a great time educating the children about who Terry Fox was. The children had lots of questions and it was so neat to hear what they thought. Along with the email are some of the pictures of our Little Fox Run. If you have any questions about the pictures or this letter, please feel free to call Lillawas Jules or myself (Debra McNeil) at the daycare. Congratulations Little Fawn and the Little Fox Participants.
Exercise 2 - Lunges For lunges you always wanna remember the 90 degree rule and keep your back straight. It may take you a few tries to find your adequate stride length. Stand with your feet together, go into a lunge, hold for 2 seconds, then push yourself back up with your leg. Alternate between legs for 10 reps. 1 rep is doing each leg once. For a more advanced lunge hold weights in your hands.
Exercise 4 Kneel with both legs on a mat, knees lined up with hips and elbows lined up with your shoulders. Extend right arm out for balance. Extend your right leg straight. Lift your straight leg up in the air and squeeze your butt at the top. Lower and repeat for 10 reps. Repeat with left leg straightened and left arm extended out for balance. For a more advanced butt exercise, use ankle weights.
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EULOGY FOR SHIRLEY ANN PETE..... written by Gabriel Archie
Shirley Ann Pete Feb. 11, 1943 - Sept. 13, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Pete. She passed away in her home as she requested, surrounded by loved ones. Shirley is survived by her husband George Peter Pete, children: Richard Christopher, David Christopher, Annette Christopher, Lorie Christopher and Louise Alphonse and Gary Gilbert; 14 grandchildren, 14 great-greatgrandchildren, her brothers: Roy Christopher, Fred Christopher, Frank Christopher, George Christopher, Andrew Christopher and surviving sister Hazel Gilbert. Shirley will be missed dearly by many, her gentle nature, kind smile, warm but strong hugs. We will miss the smell of “fresh bread” baking. In lieu of flowers Shirley asked that donations be made to the Cancer Society. Her services were held at the Canim Lake Gymasium on September 17, 2013 at 11:00 am. Shirley was then brought to her final resting place by horse and wagon to the Christopher family plot. There were about 100 balloons released as she was laid to rest. The family would like to thank everyone who came from near and far to support the family. Shirley and others who died from Cancer ask to keep donations going to the Cancer Society to find a cure for all the cancers that take our loved ones.
From here on out, we endure joy and happiness how my gran intended to. From this, I mean we live how she taught many of us to live. We love. We help. We forgive. We do not judge. Everyone gathered today who does not know my gran, and for those who do know her would agree with me, she is a woman of class, dignity, respect, and gentleness. Her most important character was her ability to love like she did. She loves passionately and unconditionally. Many looked up to her as a person to be. There was nothing like being able to walk into her house and feel welcomed. Her ability to help people went far beyond than what she was asked for. A community driven approach of being able to take care of people while others could not. She did this with humility and no questions asked. She held her family close to her heart. From her children who she helped without a second thought when asked. To making her grandchildren a home when there was nowhere else to go. To her great grandchildren who she held tight and kissed many times to let them know that she absolutely loved them to no end. You can tell her pride was in her family who she’s so proud of. Her brothers...sisters...best friends...sons...daughters...husband. There is nothing like a secwepemc woman with a strong sense of identity and ethic. A proud woman often shown through her ability to cope with all sorts of pain and hardships. I don’t remember at any point of knowing her that she would complain about anything. She didn’t ask for much help...if any. She didn’t have much in life as far as expensive possessions go. She had the basics. Her happiness was found in having a clean home, having family around, and her small freedoms of driving around without a license...being a rebel. So much bread to be made for all her family to claim before it was made. So many rooms to be claimed before they were filled. So much food to be made, when there was none. It wouldn’t matter what type of help you needed, if she could offer it, she would do it. It wouldn’t matter if you’re in the worst or best of shape, things were always the same. Come in, hug, kiss, sit down, feel at home. What more could you ask for from anyone? She had a penchant to finding great humour in a lot of situations. I remember so many times where she found the greatest laugh in a
lot of situations. If you’re ever around her 3 daughters, you’ll know where their humour came from....their mother. They laugh exactly like their mom...hyenas. Jackie Bandura Her strength was so quiet you wouldn’t hear it. She was hard Jordan George to find in tears because her Dale Tomma will to get through things was • Small Business Loans far stronger than to sit and cry • Business Plan Development about it. There is only one way to get through tough times...and • Entrepreneurial Training that’s to try first...cry later. This #215-345 Yellowhead Hwy is what I learned. This is what I find lacking in this world. Kamloops, BC V2H 1H1 I will close on her words to my Phone: 250-828-9725 mom Annette. She said she Fax:250-828-9972 Email: cfdc_loan@cfdcofcifn.com didn’t want anyone crying at her funeral. For obvious reasons she had been suffering through cancer quietly. She doesn’t want anyone to feel sad. However, on her last day she said she was tired. I thought that meant very soon she was about to let go. It took many hours for her to let go. She didn’t count on the love she had for everyone close to her would be so hard to leave behind. In my mind, this is her legacy, love so much, so that any amount of pain you’re in, will not allow you to forget what you have and hold so close. Rest in peace kye7e. xwexwisten.
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Honouring our Secwepemc VeteranS we would like to pay tribute to tHoSe VeteranS tHat fougHt in tHe great warS, So tHat we may enjoy peace and freedom Felix Camille James F. Etienne Sergeant Hubert McNabb Gunner Fancis Jules Raymond Deneault Albert Deneau
Private Charles Sam Draney Private William Ignace Private John Edward Jules Private Abel Sam Private Raymond McNabb
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Clarence Fortier Martin Baptiste Peter Joseph Louis Celesta Daniel Basil
Louis Matthew Edward Fortier Sam Joseph Archie Pete Bert Basil
Lloyd Celesta Wilf Matthew Ernest Celesta Alfred Saul Allen Williams
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New Oral Medication for Type 2 Diabetes Coming Soon This is the sixtieth article in a series of articles discussing type 2 diabetes. With the incidence of diabetes being on the rise in our population, at Manshadi Pharmacy we have taken a great interest in diabetes care and would be happy to answer any questions that you may have regarding the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diabetes and its related complications. Recently I noticed an advertisement from Janssen Pharmaceuticals about a new medication for type 2 diabetes that works in a completely unique way than the medications we currently have available. This is exciting news as a completely new medication for type 2 diabetes has not been launch on the market in quite a few years since Victoza and Januvia were released. In this article, I would like to review the mechanism of action, effectiveness and side effects of this new medication so that when it becomes available, you will be educated if your doctor decides that it may be a possible treatment option for you. This new medication, called canagliflozin, targets the transporters in the kidneys responsible for glucose reabsorption, called SGLT2 (sodium glucose cotransporter 2). These transporters are responsible for glucose reabsorption into the bloodstream, contributing to elevated
blood glucose levels. It has been shown that in people with type 2 diabetes there is an increase in the number of these transporters. Therefore, by inhibiting the action of these transporters and lowering the kidneys threshold for glucose, excess glucose is excreted in the urine, lowering blood sugar levels. Research on this new medication has shown that it is effective in lowering blood glucose levels and hemoglobin A1C, reducing body weight and lowering blood pressure. It appears that its benefit on A1C falls somewhere between lowering it from 1-1.5%. It has been shown to be just as effective as adding on a sulfonylurea (e.g. glyburide, Diamicron) to metformin and more effective than Januvia when added to metformin and a sulfonylurea. It’s main side effects appear to be increased risk of urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and increased urination. It has a low incidence of causing hypoglycemia, but this can be increased if added to insulin or other oral medications that increase the excretion of insulin from the pancreas such a sulfonylureas. Additionally, it may increase cholesterol levels, particularly LDL, which is the bad cholesterol. So far, a release date for this medication in Canada has not been set yet, but I will keep you up to date as soon as more information is available. It is hard to say what role this medication will play for type 2 diabetes as more information is needed on its safety and effectiveness, but as I mentioned, it is exciting to have one more option available to help control blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetics. Remember, just like with all medication therapy, proper diabetes management should be built on a strong foundation of a healthy lifestyle. If you have any questions regarding this topic or anything concerning your diabetes care, please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to answer them for you. Sincerely, Laura Burgess, B.Sc. Pharm., Certified Diabetes Educator Pharmacist, Manshadi Pharmacy
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Transforming a Passion Into a Successful Family Business- www.camillehorses.com Weyt-k, we are Candice & Jordan Camille. We are a family business, ourselves and our two boys, and we buy, sell, train horses & coach/lessons for people using a mixture of talented Horsemens methods, but also share our own insight, timing and connection. We are living our dream, and fill our lives in all aspects of horses. Our philosophy goes: “Dream horses are the result of a respectful relationship cultivated by considerate and mindful training. We believe every horse has its own ‘horsenality’ so we provide a tailored and thoughtful approach to each horse on their path to excellence. We believe gentle consistency and mindfulness is a way to deepen trust. Our aim is to foster a program that will lead to a mutually beneficial connection, one that is full of love and respect. A partnership strengthened by the knowledge that you can depend on each other. Horses have much to teach humans about living in the moment. They are active listeners, open and attentive to the present - they are aware of everything we are doing. Even though they could push us over with their magnificent size and power, they would rather be courteous and cooperative. This is especially true when we build a relationship with them based on respect, clarity and authenticity. Many people involved with equines say that horses seem to have an affinity for healing effects on people, especially the youth. “We train horses for work, competition, and personal enjoyment. We also provide coaching, educational sessions, and workshops for individuals or groups. All of the services can be tailored to meet your needs. No previous experience required.” (www. camilleshorses.com <http://www.camilleshorses.com> ) When we admire someone who is skilled at their craft, we often say it must be ‘natural’ suggesting that they were born that way. The truth is, no one automatically knows how to communicate well with horses, such knowledge is only gained through experience. After all, even advanced students of equine studies must attune to every horse’s unique horsenality. These informative sessions will include information on general care, horse psychology/ behavior/ body language, and developing a holistic relationship. For many centuries horses have been generous allies to humans. They have helped us sustain a better quality of life, whether assisting us as we travel, hunt, manage other livestock, or protect our
homes. We are grateful for their gifts, which have increased our courage and freedom. Their impact on human society has been artistic, educational, economic, and spiritual. Those of us who benefit daily from the horse-human bond know that as we face today’s challenges, their influence is still important and profound. Like horses, humans are social creatures who like to be part of the herd. Horses can teach us many life skills that not only strengthen our ability to connect with others, but also manage challenges, confront our fears, and discover our potential. Develop your social and emotional intelligence by learning more about your personal style of: communication, empathy, managing emotions, navigating complex social situations, self-confidence, leadership, mindfulness, and assertiveness. Through experiential learning, participants will gain awareness about themselves and their ability to nourish positive and healthy relationships. Candice has also expanded her love of horses to capturing them in photography. “My passion of horses is what creates the images- I want to express the magic, feeling & beauty of sharing that moment with horses. I sell my prints & am for hire to come create your own memorable photos”. Candice & Jordan Camille
Testimonial; “I bought Markus off Candice and Jordan and I couldn’t have been happier. Not only do I love everything about the horse, they were so open and easy to talk too. They went over how far Markus has come since they had him, and how they did it, so I could continue that success at home - I found this much preferable compared to many trainers who simply gloss over the problem rather than fully disclose it. Markus is a calm, sweet, amazing horse and I wouldn’t trade him for the world. I’d highly recommend Candice and Jordan for someone looking for an equestrian partner, they’re honest, real people who genuinely just want to find the right horse for the right person.” - Holly Duroucher, Quesnel BC
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What’s next? Life’s a challenge – tucw tri7 me7 xilem-k! Just do it!
Weyt-kp. Carl Archie ren skwewkst. Te Tsq’escen’ te st7ekwen ell ne Tkemlups re mumtwen. Growing up, I had many reasons to give up: poverty, family struggling with addictions and suicide, low graduation rates, etc - the usual suspects. I didn’t. I chose to succeed. Within the last few years, I’ve done everything from travelling to nearly every major city in Canada; research on the first Aboriginal Textbook in Canada on the east coast; learning finance in Toronto; interviews with Canada’s top employers in Saskatoon; and helping write University bachelors degrees and Constitutions for First Nations here on the west coast. I met cool people like Chief Terry Paul of Membertou, Mantracker, Kendal Netmaker of Neechie Gear, Pamela Palmater, Adam Beach, Senator Nancy Green Raine and Trevor Linden. My photo’s were used by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, Minister of the Environment Peter Kent, and twice published in Bloodlines magazine. I’ve also sat on local and national boards and committees including the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council’s Constitutional Steering Committee, Hiring Committee for Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) Vice-President of Finance, TRU’s Board of Governors representing 25,000 students including nearly 1500 Aboriginal students, and I currently sit as the National Student Director for the Board of Directors of the Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers which works with nearly 500 Business and Economic Development Officers across Canada. At 23, I graduated with my Bachelors of Business Administration (Economics Concentration) in June 2013. These accomplishments required no small amount of dedication and foresight on behalf of my parents and community growing up as well as significant hard work and networking on my behalf while here in Kamloops. My earliest recollection of significant success was in Grade 2 when my friend and I completed much of our year’s work
early in the school year and were subsequently skipped up to Grade 3. From that point I’ve felt an expectation of leadership from my community. Later on, I was introduced to 4-H. This program provided me with no shortage of opportunities. I developed strong public speaking skills, met many people, and, most of all, I learned that with a lot of hard work, dedication and a little bit of luck, I could win. I won Most Dedicated in my first year and 10 years later helped others win championships as the Jr. Beef Leader. I was rewarded well for my endeavours and at one point sold a steer for over $4000. Every year I used the money I earned to help pay for my hockey and soccer fees and equipment. I’m always thankful for my community who sponsored our club and my parents who allowed me to join every year. My next big step was one day shortly after graduating high school. I was sitting at home and my stepdad told me “you either have to go to school or you have to move out.” That day, I went to see our Education Administrator and we signed up for the BBA program here at TRU – it seemed like a good idea at the time. My first few years, I didn’t really do much but attend class and look for any excuse to drop out of school. Eventually I realized that I wasn’t happy with the education I was receiving and decided to do something about it. Two of the first people I met were Vernie Clement and Patrick Michel who convinced me to get involved with the First Nations Student Society on campus. I became President and the next year, we hosted the largest Aboriginal Awareness days with over 300 people attending 11 events of four days as well as TRU’s first annual pow-wow which hosted 400 people over the weekend. Those events are still going strong and last year TRU hosted CBC’s Wab Kinew as a speaker and approximately 600 people at the pow-wow. A few years ago, I also got involved with the Ch’nook Indigenous Business network. This program provided me with a scholarship and the chance to meet over 40 Aboriginal business students in BC and Alberta and a connection with Hafiz Rahman, TRU’s Associate Dean of Business and the person responsible for Aboriginal Business at TRU. It was Hafiz who recommended I attend a roundtable on Aboriginal Business education in Edmonton which was hosted by Cape Breton University.
Based on my feedback at that roundtable, Dr. Keith Brown invited me to do research for the Purdy Crawford Chair in Aboriginal Business in Nova Scotia. I lived at Cape Breton University for 11 weeks in the summer of 2012 and did the initial research for Canada’s first textbook in Aboriginal Business. While I was there, I learned that Hafiz had secured TRU’s hosting the Business Development Bank of Canada’s (BDC) E-spirit Aboriginal Youth Business Plan competition. I mentioned to one of my coworkers from Winnepeg that I wanted to help with it. It turned out he worked for BDC and said I should email the Kamloops branch manager because they usually hire an intern to help with the event. Fiona Chan was the local branch manager also happened to be the Chair of the Board of Governors at TRU. The day after I got back from Nova Scotia, she asked me “would you like to learn about commercial banking?” I immediately said “no.” I had been asked to work at a bank before and it just seemed really boring. Fiona replied, “if we work around your school schedule and pay you, are you interested in learning about commercial banking?” I said yes and worked at BDC’s Kamloops branch 10 hours a week during the school year. I’m so glad I took advantage of the opportunity – otherwise I would have never known how commercial lending could impact our communities. As I approached graduation in May, I applied to over 6 jobs within Aboriginal Organizations in BC – I never received a single call-back from any of them. Meanwhile, I had over a dozen interviews with 7 financial and business institutions. I now work at the Bank of Montreal in Kamloops as a Commercial Account Manager. I’m currently training to do business lending and am on track to receive the ability to authorize business loans by the end of the year. Carl and Adam Beach
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Let us no t forget to remember ou r Bonapa rte Indian Band Veterans Joe Basil, Moses Casper, Jim Francis Etienne, Raphael Barnaby Etienne, Buster Gaspard, James Gaspard, Jessie Gaspard, Louis Henry Gott, John Jules, Lesley John McKenna, Andy Pinchbeck and Garry Retasket. We also acknowledge our only surviving veteran and elder, Percy Casper. We thank each and every one of these courageous men and woman for their valuable contributions and service to our country and our community. Special thanks and acknowledgement goes to Richard Billy, Kathy Meixner, James Peters, Norman Retasket, the late Virginia Etienne (Raphael’s daughter), and our only female veteran of WWII, the late Jessie Gaspard, who passed away in July 2011, for sharing their photographs. Cherlyn Billy BUSTER GASPARD
GARY RETASKET
PERCY CASPER JESSIE GASPARD
RAPHAEL BARNABY ETIENNE
MOSES CASPER
LOUIS GOTT
JIM FRANCIS ETIENNE
ANDY PINCHBECK JOE BASIL
JOHN JULES
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It’s a story that Phyllis Webstad has never told anyone—until now. “I remember I picked out a shiny orange shirt to go to school in, it was an exciting time,” says Webstad, from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation in British Columbia. Just six years old, Webstad was wearing the brand-new orange shirt that her grandmother had bought her to start her first term at residential school. The shirt was very shiny, Webstad recalled recently, a delicate weave of eyelets and lace. But that first day turned out to be its last: Staff immediately confiscated the shirt, and Webstad never saw it again. “I wore the shirt that day, and I never wore it again,” Webstad said. From that moment on, the color orange came to represent pain, loss and trauma for Webstad. She was haunted by the color throughout her life. “I would go shopping and anything orange was almost an instant breakdown,” said Webstad. “I hated the color orange.” Out of that traumatic experience has come the first ever Orange Shirt Day, meant to recognize the harm that was done to residential school students and to show a commitment to the principle that every child matters. Event organizers are asking people across North America to wear an orange shirt on September 30 as a way of supporting Residential School Survivors. Orange Shirt Day was to debut in the city of Williams Lake, B.C., but has already garnered attention across Canada, the U.S. and even in Europe. Indigenous and non-indigenous people alike are donning orange shirts today, and the message is being circulated on social media. People are encouraged to submit their orangeshirt photos to the Orange Shirt Day Facebook page. Staffers from the Assembly of First Nations and supporters, sporting the day’s signature tee, gathered on the steps of Parliament in Ottawa on September 30. The AFN tweeted this photo. It’s a way to keep the conversation going, said Webstad, and to acknowledge how painful the month of September can be for these students, also known as the “crying month” because September was most often when students had to leave for school. Webstad first entered the doors of the St. Joseph’s Mission (Caribou) Residential School, located on the William’s Lake First Nation in British Columbia, in 1973. The school operated for nearly a century, from 1891 to 1981 and is deeply linked to Webstad’s family. Both her mother and grandmother had been forced to attend the school before her. Residential schools dominated the Canadian landscape from the 1870s to the 1990s, with more than 130 operating at one time. These government-funded, mostly church-run schools forced more than 150,000 indigenous children to be separated from their families. Too often, children were exposed to multiple forms of abuse and in some cases, death. Long hair was often cut short, and uniform-like clothing would be administered immediately to the children. Throughout her life, Webstad suffered from low self-esteem and low self-worth, uncaring how she was treated by others, including herself. By eighth grade, Webstad was pregnant, with no idea how to parent. “Only until recently have I been making the connection to residential school,” said Webstad. “I’ve been part of Al-Anon for nineteen years. I can say my name now without crying anymore.”
She can also look at the color orange. For Orange Shirt Day, designers TaraLee Gardner (Sto:lo) and Kwiaahwah Jones (Haida) have volunteered to design an orange t-shirt, with proceeds going to Reconciliation Canada and the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. Jessica Benson is from Rama First Nation near Orilla, Ontario and plans to participate, her orange shirt all picked out, to honor her grandparents. “My grandparents were the last generation that were fully fluent in Ojibwe,” said Benson. “I can see how the impact of residential school from three generations ago affect me and my siblings today.” Students at the schools were often forbidden to speak their native languages, and as a result, Benson’s maternal great-grandmother was fluent in her language but too ashamed to speak it. In fact, when she went into town, her great-grandmother would often tell people she was Italian. Benson says her family also suffered from issues of child abandonment, something that was passed on from one generation to the next. Today she is working to reclaim her mother tongue. For Webstad it’s a way to see the color orange, in all its varied hues, resonate for many. “This is not just my story,” said Webstad. “It’s everyone’s story. It’s time to talk about it and time to remember those who went there.” Webstad hopes that next year more communities will participate in the day’s commemoration and begin to design their own shirts that speak to them. “I have many shades in my closet now from the different people that have been making shirts for me,” Webstad said. “I never knew there were so many shades of orange.”
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Create a Language Nest
Alicia Gilbert I was initially inspired by the Chief Atahm Language Nest about 10 years ago; in a small community outside Kamloops, BC, were these amazing women who wanted more than anything to see their children grow up knowing how to speak their language, Secwepemc. After years and years of taking Shuswap Language classes in elementary school and high school, I realized that I still didn’t know my language, still couldn’t speak it fluently. It broke my heart to realize that my children didn’t know our language and because of that, didn’t know our culture. This was my failing but I am willing to change that now. My idea for our community, and the surrounding Shuswap (Secwepemc) communities, is to create a language-immersion nest not only for our youngest community members, but for our elementary-school age, secondary-school age, adults and elders who have forgotten or were pressured into forgetting our ‘mother tongue’ and who wish to learn again. This house would be a Cplul’kw’ten; a gathering place for our children, our families and all the communities to come and share language, songs and meals. It would be a place where our communities come to remember that we are from the same nation, that we are all kw’seltkten, family. And when I speak of our nation, I am also speaking about our whole Canadian nation. I have met so many wonderful people outside my First Nation community who I am honoured to call my friends, who I grew up with at our little elementary school and who worked harder to learn a language not their own but spoke as well as (and sometimes better than) any other Shuswap language student. I have met mixed/blended families who work harder to learn their adopted children’s First Nations cultures so that their children would grow up with such a strong sense of themselves and their places within their families and their communities. I believe that this project will be inclusive to anyone who wants to learn our culture and our language and that our cplul’kw’ten will start small - one of the homes on our reserve can be renovated to accommodate our needs - but can eventually grow into something much bigger. Kukstsetsemc (Thank you) for this opportunity to take part, Alicia Gilbert
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In Memory of our Secwepemc Veterans - Kukwstep-kucw Esk’et/Alkali Lake Mable Belleau Tony Harry Adolph Johnson Francis Squinahan Garnet Squinahan Duncan Robbins Charlie Sampson
T’éxelc/Williams Lake Hector Abby Johnny Alphonse Louis Bates Johnny Moore Jim Wycotte George Gilbert Johnny Grinder Thomas Allen Moore William Moore Douglas Soich William Sellars Sr.
Sk’emtsín/Neskonlith Patrick Allen Felix Allen Dennis August Harry Dick Alexander O’Selle Dennis O’Selle Francois Peirrish Hector Peirrish William Peirrish Alexis Purdaby Frank Saul Mark Thomas Tom Tomma Ethel Weins Issac Willard
Stil’qw/Pellt’iq’t/ Whispering Pines/Clinton Frank Bones Henry C. Fenton Sr. Fred Vedan Hector Vedan
Tsk’wéylecw/Pavilion, St’uxwtews/Bonaparte, Kenpesq’t/Shuswap Tsq’éscen/Canim Lake Gabriel Charlie Andrew Sam Archie James Arnouse Joseph Archie Dennis August Henry Bob Splats’in/Spallumcheen Hector Bennett Julian Boyce Joseph Bell Hector Billy Peter Christopher Mack Alexander Raymond Billy Edward Dixon Sr. Zyprial Alexander Manuel Brucy Morris Dixon Louie Bercier Moses Casper Louie Emile Qw7ewt/Little Shuswap Manuel Bercier Percy Casper Paul Theodore John Anderson Joe Christian Joseph Charlie Peter Arnouse Henry David Alec Dick Stwecem’c/Xget’tem Tommy Andrew Tommy Dennis Joe Dick Canoe Creek/Dog Creek Francis Squinahan Bert Basil Harry Edwards Michel Dick Jack Duncan Joe Basil courtesy of Les William Edwards Richard Edward Sr. Johnny Duncan Harry Bell Johnson Francois Joe Frank Etienne Andrew Meshue Joseph Bell David Jones Frank Sam 2004 Rapheal Barnaby Etienne Bill Wournell David Charlie Harry Jones courtesy of J. Eugene Frank Harlson Gilbert Kinbasket Secwepemc News Clarence FortierBill Felix Simpcw/North Thompson Wilfred John John Lezime courtesy of the George Fletcher Clarence Fortier Dan Philip Bill Louie Fortier Family Victor Fraser Edward Fortier P. Sylvester Edward Nicholas Louis Henry Gott Pete Joseph Simon Tomma Willie Thomas James Guy Sam Joseph Phillip Barney Williams Jimmy Guy Louis Matthew Barney Williams Tk’emlups/Kamloops Tk’emlúps/Kamloops Pete Harry Wilf Matthew Edward Bennett Johnny Hutch Ernest Celesta Sexqeltqín/Adams Lake Wilfred Bennett William Inius Louis Celesta World War I (1914-1918) Manuel Dan Allan Larue Archie Pete Alex Joseph Arnouse Felix Camille William Larue Alfred Saul Frank Baptiste Sampolio Joe Fraser Lloyd Celester Allen Leonard Able Sampolio Alexander George Moses Ned Skítsestn/Skeetchestn August Soulle Sr Francis Jules August Nicholas Albert Deneault World War II (1939-1945) Willie Jules Charlie Nicholas Charlie Draney Tony Anthony Eli Larue Toby Nicholas James Francis Etienne Peter Arnouse Gabriel Larue Archie Pete Johnny Edward Jules Willie Johnny Robert Larue Andrew Willard Pinchbeck Raymond McNab Charlie Leon-Kenoras Allan Laviguer Gary Retasket Hubert McNab Wilfred Kenoras Joseph Allen Jr. Leonard M.P. Sam Abel Sam Francis Michel Joe A. S. Sr. Leonard Frank Sam James Frances Ignace George Michel Allan Manuel Alfred Saul William Ignace Nazaire Sampolio Jim Manuel Frank Saul Harry Sampson Louie Manuel Xats’úll/Soda Creek Joe Sampson Francis Paul Clifford Joe August Soulle Jr. Sam Wycotte - 1945 Pete Paul Thomas Moore Chuck Williams courtesy of Les Gerry Seymour Ray Moore Korean War (1950-1953) Johnson Ernest Thomas William Sellars David Charles Alex George Johnny Moore Roy Johnny Tomma Joe Williams Raymond Narcisse Joe William Frank Sampson WWII Home Guards: Llenllenéyten/High Bar Michael Anthony (WWII) Joe Grinder Nick Paul ALIB (WWII) Johnny Grinder Allan Manuel & Jimmy Grinder Ethel Manuel (Wiens) - 1946 courtesy of Allan Manuel
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Welcome Baby Dashon
Happy birthday Herb Francois hope u have a great day love from the Francois family Nov 17- My wonderful grandson Ladin and Nov 20- My beautiful grand daughter Winter love Gramma Barb And my friend Del D for November 3rd. from Barb Happy Birthday to Rene Narcisse for November 10th.
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Secwepemc NEWS
NOVEMBER 2013
Shuswap Nation Tribal Council would like to acknowledge and honour all of the
Secwepemc Veterans that fought so bravely for our country.
Kukwstsétsemc www.shuswapnation.org
SCES’s Adult Education Programs Mailing Address: 274A Halston Connector Road, Kamloops, BC V2H 1J9 Campus: 750 Cottonwood Avenue (located in the Kamloops Christian School) Ph: (250) 376-0903 Fax: (250) 376-2133
Adult Dogwood Program – 2 Yr. Program Looking to get your grade 12?
Courses required for graduation: English 12 or equivalent Math 11 or equivalent & 3 grade 12 electives
Year I: Fall English 0300 Math 0300 HUMS 12 Year II: Fall English 12 or Comp.12 Math 0410 Grade 12 elective
Winter English 0400 Math 0400 HUMS 12 Winter or Comm. 12 Math 0520 Grade 12 elective
UPrep Program – 1 yr. Program Want to upgrade your grade 12 Math and English? Students should have a grade 12 diploma OR assess at a UPrep. level to qualify for UPrep. Courses offered: Math 0300/0400/0410/0510/0520 English 0500/0600 Social Science 0500/0600 First Nations Studies 0500/0600 Science 0500 / Biology 0620 SECWEPEMCTSN (Shuswap Language) Accredited through Thompson Rivers University (TRU)
Accredited through South Central Interior Distance Education School (SCIDES) & TRU
How Do I enroll? 1. Make an appointment with the Counsellor at 250-376-0903.
The Community of Tsq’escen remembers our War Veterans
2. Bring a copy of your most -current transcripts. 3. Complete the SCES application.
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4. Make an appointment to write the CAT/2 17 Assessment. OUR SECWEPEMC
nation WAR vETERANS
We Honor THOMAS MOORE our Check us out online! WILLIAM SELLARS www.secwepemc.org Veterans JOHNNY MOORE GORDON KEENER Then JOE WILLIAM GEORGE KEENER and RegistrationJOE isWILLIAMS open! Now !
5. Based on results of CAT scores and your transcripts, a decision will be JOE CLIFFORD made. RAY MOORE
3405 MOUNTAIN HOUSE RD WILLIAMS LAKE, BC V2G 3L5
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Joseph Archie
Morris Dixon
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Paul Theodore
Louie Emile
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Kukstsemc - We Honour You