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TORONTO — The HDI numbered corporation 2438543 Ontario Inc. and its director/HDI “internal counsel” Aaron Detlor are shown on land registry documents as 50% co-owners of a luxury $1.4 million dollar condominium in downtown Toronto. The transfer was posted to the Ontario land registry in January 2023. The property is a walk up, three floor condominium in a new condo building in Toronto’s west end Ron-

cesvalles neighbourhood where the average home price is approximately $1.8 million dollars.

Detlor is also shown on land registry documents to be the owner of another luxury condo in the same building since 2017.

According to a neighbourhood assessment of the area, it is primarily white Canadian residents with a small percentage of Asian and Indian descendant residents.

The three-floor condo property was bought for $1,380,000 — including over $48,000 in municipal and provincial land taxes — an amount that is nearly

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equal to the entire HDI payroll costs for 2021 and three times the culture and language contributions the HDI made in 2022.

That’s five times the average housing allocation of $250,000 available to Six Nations band members for new build loans on the territory. And five times the 2022 allocation of funds contributed by HDI to restore the old council house.

It is a stunning 53 times the amount of investment HDI made toward the HCCC’s operations, according to its 2022 financial statements.

It is described in the

sale listing as an “exceptional end-unit townhome” with three bedrooms and four bathrooms that have heated floors and floor to ceiling windows, “luxuriously laid over nearly 2000 sq ft”.

The listing for the property also says the condominium community offers a gym, concierge, party room, cinema, meeting room and security guards.

2RT broke the story Friday afternoon and community reaction was a mixture of offence and sadness. Several comments came in stating the decision to buy a residential condo in a luxury condo next door

to Detlor’s other property was tone deaf in light of the Six Nations housing crisis, lack of drinking water, leaking roof at the Six Nations Iroquois Lodge and the still homeless Six Nations language immersion school Kaweniio/ Gaweniiyo.

Several commenters wanted to know why the HDI and/or the Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council would want to purchase a luxury condo in Toronto. 2RT reached out to both HCCC and the HDI for comment Friday but did not receive a response to that request.

The Howard Park condos in Toronto's trendy Roncesvalles neighborhood is the new home of a luxury residential suite co-owned by HDI and Aaron Detlor. CONDOS.CA

Mississaugas of the Credit seeking compensation for watershed

all the parties are coming in to question.

The Missisaugas of the Credit First Nation is focusing on water.

With three parties now seeking to intervene in Six Nations’ mammoth land claim case, the motives of

All motions are now public after a judge ordered every document relating to the land claim case be published online three weeks ago.

The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the Haudenosaunee Development Institute and the Six

Nations Men’s Fire have all applied to intervene in the lawsuit, each claiming a vested interest in the outcome.

The suit was first filed by Six Nations of the Grand River against the Crown in 1995, with Six Nations accusing the government of misappropriating funds from illegal sales of large portions of the 950,000acre Haldimand Tract.

Six Nations is seeking compensation at an unspecified amount but past speculation has placed the figure owed to the community in the trillions if accounting for 200 years’ worth of inflation.

The HDI, the administrative arm of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council, noted in its filing it is seeking to intervene as the rightful treaty holder to the Haldimand lands, and not Six Nations Elected Band Council.

The Men’s Fire is arguing that the HDI does not represent Six Nations people.

accountable for any impropriety regarding land sales and wants to ensure its “relationship with the territory” is “accurately presented” when the case goes to trial.

MCFN has a number of treaties and land rights interests throughout Southern Ontario, much of that land falling within the Haldimand Tract.

However, MCFN is placing a specific focus on waters, waterbeds and floodplains in the territory in question as part of its intervention in the case.

“The ancestors of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation did discuss water within its territory with the Crown and were told that the Crown was, generally, not interested in their water,” the First Nation noted in its statement of claim. “The treaties, generally, dealt only with their land.”

declares that MCFN has aboriginal title to the water, beds of water, and floodplains in the territory in question and that it did not surrender any of those waters.

MCFN also states it has the right to hunt, fish, trap, gather or collect any and all species or types of animals, plants, minerals and oil for various purposes, as well as the right to access the lands in question for conservation, traditional and ceremonial purposes.

Alternatively, MCFN says if the courts do not find it has aboriginal title to the water and floodplains in question, that it instead be recognized as having common law public rights to the land and water.

Public rights would include the right to fish and use the water for navigation.

those lands, waters and floodplains to be returned to them.

In none of those can be returned, the monetary value of the waters must be provided as compensation, MCFN said.

“This means that Mississaugas of the Credit are owed today the unimproved fair market value of the water, beds of water, and floodplains improperly included in the land surrenders between the Mississaugas Indians and the Crown between 1781 and 1822 that cannot be returned.”

They further state they are owed lost opportunity and loss of use with respect to those waters while Canada benefitted from the use of those waters.

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MCFN, meanwhile, said it supports Six Nations in its bid to hold the Crown

MCFN cites a number of treaties and historical documents in stressing the importance of water and waterways to their people.

In the MCFN statement of claim, the First Nation

MCFN said the government had a fiduciary duty to respect and protect those waters and floodplains and that they have suffered loss and damage from the breach of that fiduciary duty.

MCFN is asking for

One example, MCFN said, is Canada’s benefit from hydro-electric projects.

MCFN has asked that none of the waters in question be further impacted while the case is heard and that the waters be returned to MCFN, along with compensation for losses.

Third Line Road landowner has yet to clean up contamination site

contaminated sites or hazardous waste sites (on Six Nations) that people are aware of.

and end up on Six Nations, said Whitlow.

A Third Line Road homeowner has been asked to clean up contaminated soil on the property but has not yet complied, Six Nations Elected Council heard on Monday.

The landowner brought soil fill in to the property from the City of Vaughan and it was later discovered to have higher than provincially acceptable levels of benzene and pyrene.

But because there are no environmental by-laws here or ways to enforce them, it’s difficult to get a clean up order, according to Rod Whitlow, Six Nations Environmental Lead.

“Because there’s no federal environmental regulations that apply on reserve, we’re kind of at a disadvantage here in terms of making informed decisions about reducing exposure to some of these environmental contaminants.”

Whitlow said the Third Line contaminants are also called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and now,

because it’s in the ground, they’re going to test wells down gradient from that soil site.

The testing is just part of Whitlow’s plan to test other contaminated water and soil sites on Six Nations as he seeks funding from a special federal program to conduct the tests.

“It’s a federal funding program looking at the ecological human health effects from exposure to environmental contaminants. You might recall that there had been quite a few com-

munity concerns over the past few years about soil contamination and water contamination so we did approach Health Canada.”

He said their current environmental monitoring program only focuses on well water.

“It does not include access to laboratory analysis to soil.”

He met with the contaminants lead for Health Canada in Ottawa and they suggested to access the funding with the proposal to cover some of the lab

fees and water testing.

The application has been conditionally accepted, he said, and he anticipates the approval letter will come in before summer.

“The premise behind it is it’s going to provide us with some funding to do some soil and water testing using an accredited lab. We put in the proposal to select up to five sites. We know there’s no environmental regulations on Six Nations as is the case for all First Nations in Canada. The fact is, there’s some legacy

“So there’s a lot of concern,” he concluded. “There’s concern of pesticides and herbicides for the many agricultural farms we’ve come across in the community. We’re trying to figure out what we have to get in terms of ethics approval.”

He’s recruited a toxicologist from the University of Guelph who has agreed to assist as the principal investigator.

The title of the project is Delineation of Contaminated Sites Across the Community.

They will use a geographic information system (GIS) to select five sites.

“It won’t be a comprehensive environmental study,” said Whitlow. “This one is basically to demonstrate we know there are contaminated hot spots across the community. Some of them are buried, some of them came by way of atmosphere deposition.”

Anything coming from states on south side of Lake Erie could be transported

The water and soil sampling will determine how far the contaminants have migrated.

They will also try to get more funding for more comprehensive testing.

When it comes to water, wells are generally unsafe on Six Nations because there are no policies to prevent them from being contaminated.

Whitlow said boil waters advisories help remove bacterial contaminants but not chemical contaminants. The drinking water in private well systems is not suitable for drinking, he said.

“Because there’s no federal environmental regulations that apply on reserve, we’re kind of at a disadvantage here in terms of making informed decisions about reducing exposure to some of these environmental contaminants.”

Testing for contaminants isn’t cheap, either. Some soil testing can cost around $25,000 for just five to six soil samples. “They’re quite expensive,” said Whitlow.

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SNGR says they are still waiting for compliance from a Six Nations property owner in cleaning up contaminated soil.

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Steve Williams has submitted his resignation as the Chief Electoral Polling Officer for Six Nations of the Grand River elected council.

Williams handed his resignation in via letter on Mar. 23, 2023.

Williams faced some controversy in 2020, when Six Nations elected

Chief Electoral Officer Steve Williams resigns

council, in a public letter, demanded he resign as the Six Nations Police Commissioner.

Elected Council later apologized for the letter and donated $10,000 to a charity of his choice.

Williams sued council and that case was dismissed on consent. No details about the agreement have been released to the public.

Williams was also asked to step down as CEPO after the 2019

election when an unsuccessful Councillor candidate sent a letter to the Six Nations Elections Appeals Committee calling for his removal.

Williams said in his resignation letter, "I have asked you three times to get an election code committee together, which never happen (sic).”

He continued, “Now I find on Facebook there is an election committee, who is being paid by Darrin Jamieson (council’s

Senior Administrative Officer) on your behalf and who receives the reports. No one has contact (sic) me even though I am the Chief Election Polling Officer for my concerns.”

Williams said he has made up his mind, even though it appears elected council wants him to remain as CEPO.

“Please consider this my resignation, effective immediately. I do want to thank you for the opportunity to run the last few

elections, which I enjoyed, and all the staff that helped me, including my deputy, Shirley Johnson.”

Johnson is elected council’s manager of central administration.

“I wish whoever you pick to replace me the best,” Williams wrote. “I have all paperwork on a drive stick which should make it easier. If that person needs help, please let me know. I would be happy to help.”

Pause to appreciate language this Indigenous Languages Day

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North Americans have celebrated National Indigenous Languages Day on Mar. 31 since 1993 to honour the strength and endurance of Indigenous languages and culture. The same goes for 2023.

“While National Aboriginal Languages Day is a single day to honour the legacy we have inherited, there are thousands of Indigenous Language Champions creating and delivering Indigenous languages programs and traditional teachings every day,” said the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) when speaking about Indigenous Languages Day several years ago.

“We celebrate the work of our Indigenous Language and Culture Champions to revitalize and seek ways to sustain survival of our languages.

The AFN said it acknowledges the difficult burden Indigenous Language and Culture Champions have carried to reverse more than a century of attempts, primarily through residential schools, to erase Indigenous languages and identity.

“It is a harsh reality that the Crown, Canada and the churches attempted to exterminate Indigenous culture and languages by targeting the most vul-

nerable members of the Indigenous communities’ population, children,” said Associate Director Learning Services Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Sue Dunlop when referencing last year’s Indigenous Languages Day.

Dunlop said treaties are international, nation-to-nation agreements. If the Crown, Canada and the churches had succeeded, the defining nationhood criteria would have been eradicated. Then, as anticipated, Indigenous people would no longer exist according to Canadian legislation, negating the Crown’s fiduciary responsibilities to fulfill treaty obligations.

“HWDSB will continue to work in friendship and conversation with the Indigenous Cultural Safety Team and the Hamilton-Wentworth Indigenous community to protect the rights of the learners within the HWDSB umbrella, to ensure appropriate resources that are authentic and accurate will be made available as an aspect of cultural safety,” she said. “On this Indigenous Languages Day, we understand that Indigenous language loss, retrieval, protection and revitalization represent a part of our shared history that requires pause. It is imperative that we understand the treaty agreements that have been hidden from us.”

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The benefits of learning a new language

Canada to address overrepresentation of BIPOC in justice system

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Students face many challenges during their academic careers. Overcoming those challenges not only sets a strong foundation for success in the classroom, but also outside of the classroom.

Foreign language courses pose a significant challenge to many students. But learning a second language can benefit students in both the short- and long-term.

Early language learning can improve cognitive abilities. The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages notes that various studies dating back several decades have connected language learning with improved

cognitive abilities. Such studies have linked early language learning with higher IQs and superior problem-solving skills compared to non-bilingual students.

Bilingualism can improve memory. A 2003 study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Psychology found that bilingualism had positive effects on both episodic memory and semantic memory. Episodic memory is a type of long-term memory that involves conscious recollection of previous experiences together with their context. Semantic memory also is a type of long-term memory that involves the capacity to recall words, concepts or numbers. Strengthening these types of memory can benefit children in the classroom and outside

the classroom when they reach adulthood.

Bilingualism can benefit working professionals. The benefits of bilingualism don’t end once students enter the workforce as professionals. In fact, a 2017 study of data from the market analytics firm Burning Glass Technologies found that, between 2010 and 2015, the number of job postings aimed at bilingual workers nearly tripled, rising from 240,000 in 2010 to 630,000 by 2015.

Developing fluency in another language is no small task, but it’s one that’s well worth the effort.

The Government of Canada is committed to addressing the overrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and racialized people in Canada's criminal justice system.

The government has advanced an array of innovative and progressive initiatives that are said to make the system fairer and communities safer. A central element of this work involves advancing alternatives to custody, helping former offenders move on with their lives, and supporting their safe reintegration into our communities.

The Minister of Public Safety Honourable Marco Mendicino announced the launch of two initiatives to address the overrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and racialized people in the criminal justice system.

"Systemic racism is a harsh reality across Cana-

da's criminal justice system. The overrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and racialized people is a symptom of this broader illness. That's why our government is redoubling efforts to address it, advancing progressive initiatives that address systemic barriers, give people a second shot and break the cycle of reoffending,” said Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety.

The Indigenous Community Corrections Initiative (ICCI) supports grassroots efforts that expand alternatives to custody and support reintegration among Indigenous offenders. A total of $5.21 million will be available from 2023 to 2024 and $12 million ongoing thereafter to support organizations that rehabilitate or reintegrate Indigenous offenders through project development, training, communications, and direct interventions. Applications are open until June 12.

Additionally, the Correc-

tional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Black and racialized community groups, experts or organizations to address overrepresentation by assisting with safe and successful reintegration.

The first step in this process is building a comprehensive national inventory of organizations that, based on their specific strengths, could work with CSC or Public Safety Canada. Interested parties are invited to submit an EOI to CSC no later than May 15.

These efforts build on the Government of Canada's ongoing efforts to address the overrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and racialized people in the criminal justice system. This work involves a wide range of steps, from passing legislation that addresses harmful mandatory minimum sentences to significantly cutting the fee for a record suspension.

Learning another language is no small task, but it’s worth the effort

The Great Law story of condolence as told

HDIs land claim challenge includes an affidavit by historian Rick Hill that says the Seth Newhouse version of the Great Law is rejected.

Early documents from the Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council, obtained by 2RT, show that the gospelization of the Great Law was an early strategy put in place just after HDI was formally brought together.

The first order of business, according to the HCCC, was to ensure that there was only one version of the Great Law being used and that copies of that version were to be made available to everyone.

This was in 2008.

Today, a little basic googling will tell you that there are around 24 different versions out there of the Great Law — which makes sense given that the story transitioned from oral tradition to written word.

Even Wikipedia has its own version.

So why all the stress over this one specific Seth Newhouse version?

You can read all about the HDIs problems with it in the land claims documents that are posted on line. They have had their say. We want to focus on is what it does say.

What does Seth Newhouse say?

Why is it banned?

By nature - banned

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things draw interest. So we grabbed a copy of Seth Newhouse’s original manuscript and read it.

It moved us to tears. Almost instantly. It is inspiring to see the handwritten notes of this old, greyed out document from almost 150 years ago before your own eyes and to see the painstaking work that went into the research that Newhouse conducted, over decades, bringing together the oral traditions into a collective gathering of the Great Law.

One of the most lovely things Newhouse captured, was the essence of how our Great Law is a reflection of the Haudenosaunee family. Under the Great Law, he says the

Chiefs are Brothers, the Warriors are the Nephews, the Women are the Nieces, and everyone has a voice.

Everyone is related.

The other touching aspect is the condolence ceremony. The Chiefs are brought together in this incredible narrative of travelling across the territory, singing a hymn, gathering together the leaders of warring nations. The condolence, wipes away tears from their eyes, clears their throats of blockages and settles their insides from grief. It is a story filled with song, and touching outreach, brother to brother — developing something that is rarely seen inside our

community today. Trust.

Recognizing one another in your grief. Acknowledging our shared grief, our humanity, our common need for peace of mind and to bring one another together in safety.

Dekanawida walks through the forests, bringing together the Warriors in a song that reaches through time and space — speaking to the people by crying out, “My offspring…”. It is as if our grandfathers are speaking directly to us.

The words of Seth Newhouse are everything this community needs right now. So we will share a bit here today. The full document will be available

to the community on our website.

“Now today I have been greatly surprised by your voice coming over this forest, having come through a dangerous path over many obstacles you kept seeing in the way.

Traces of counsel fires on which we defended, My offspring, How then can your mind be on troubled you kept seeing the foot marks of our forefathers entirely perceptible but the smoke where they used to smoke their pipes how then can you remind me, troubled weeping on your way, but now being greatly

comforted and peaceful. You having now arrived, and we are now smoking together because on every hand are dangers with intentions of becoming the means of destroying it Points are near at hand And blows are ready to fall and incantations that might have prostrated you my offspring, and there are waters by which you might have fallen my offspring, and also the appearing of the hatchet Shadows surrounding the house every day, damaging our people Great Faceless Witch the great means of death by which you might have fallen. My offspring great thanks now you have peacefully crossed the forests because what might have happened had your path been barred?

People might have been surprised with the message.

Seeing yonder are lying dead bodies with horns on they might’ve wondered what had occurred my offspring decreed by them. Our forefathers have said here shall be the fire kindled for others, here at the border of the bush here do condole one another with your words… Full version at www. tworowtimes.com

Why is the Seth Newhouse Great Law "rejected" by the Haudenosaunee Confederacy Chiefs Council and what does it say exactly? See a copy online at www.tworowtimes.com. TRT

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Parents of adults with severe autism say they're 'terrified' of the future

decades, since his son was diagnosed with autism at age three.

in the province to accommodate the growing need.

Andrew Kavchak's decision to retire was less about taking time for himself, and more about taking care of his 22-yearold son, Steven, who has severe autism.

Three days a week, Andrew drives Steven to take part in a day program for adults with disabilities. He said the cost is high, though an Ontario government program called ``Passport'' does provide some financial assistance.

But he worries about the future. Steven needs constant care and cannot live by himself.

``Parents usually die before their children, and at some point my wife and I are going to be too old to take care of our son,'' said Andrew Kavchak.

The former public servant has been navigating Ontario's changing autism program for nearly two

``The truth is that it's really difficult sometimes to take care of a child, even an adult child who's severely disabled, it's exhausting,'' he said.

When Steven aged out of the Ontario Autism Program at 18, the family was thrust into another system that offered little to no help.

Adults with autism can turn to Developmental Services Ontario for support, but the wait-lists can be just as long, if not longer, than the Ontario Autism Program. Kavchak said he's been told the wait to get his son into a group home could be 10 years.

``We've been on the list for four years. There's still no indication of when our son may eventually get placed in a group home. This is extremely worrying,'' said Kavchak.

Advocates say there are not enough group homes

In large cities like Ottawa and Toronto, available spaces are being used for urgent care situations, such as when parents are no longer able to manage the care.

Tobi McEvenue, the manager of transition and adult supports at Autism Ontario, said there are not enough resources and services to meet the need. She said it's critical for people with severe forms of autism to have access to services from childhood well into adulthood.

``We spend the majority of our lives as adults and we require accommodations experienced as youths to carry with us into adulthood, because they enable a lot of folks to maintain the proper quality of life that they deserve,'' said McEvenue. Autism spectrum disorder ranges in severity. Some people with severe autism require constant care and supportive

Autism now more common among Black, Hispanic kids in US

The Canadian Press NEW YORK — For the first time, autism is being diagnosed more frequently in Black and Hispanic children than in white kids in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday.

Among all U.S. 8-yearolds, 1 in 36 had autism in 2020, the CDC estimated. That's up from 1 in 44 two years earlier.

But the rate rose faster for children of color than for white kids. The new estimates suggest that about 3% of Black, Hispanic and Asian or Pacific Islander children have an autism diagnosis, compared with about 2% of white kids.

That's a contrast to the past, when autism was most commonly diagnosed in white kids — usually in middle- or upper-income families with the means to go to autism specialists. As recently as 2010, white kids were deemed 30% more likely to be diagnosed with autism than Black children and 50% more likely than Hispanic children.

Experts attributed the

change to improved screening and autism services for all kids, and to increased awareness and advocacy for Black and Hispanic families.

The increase is from ``this rush to catch up,'' said David Mandell, a University of Pennsylvania psychiatry professor.

Still, it's not clear that Black and Hispanic children with autism are being helped as much as their white counterparts. A study published in January found Black and Hispanic kids had less access to autism services than white children during the 2017-2018 academic year.

Autism is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. There are many possible symptoms, many of which overlap with other diagnoses. They can include delays in language and learning, social and emotional withdrawal, and an unusual need for routine. Scientists believe genetics can play a role, but there is no known biological reason why it would be more common in one racial or ethnic group

housing. Adults with low to moderate autism are typically able to live independently.

McEvenue said there is also a large portion of people on the spectrum who are looking for work, which is an issue that is often overlooked.

``It's not a positive horizon for a lot of folks,'' said McEvenue.

Christine Berridge's two sons have autism and she said she's no stranger to navigating the various support programs. Her eldest, Austin, is now 18 and the family has been told he is ineligible for Developmental Services Ontario programs.

The program for adults with an intellectual disability has specific criteria that assesses a person's cognitive ability, adaptive ability and the onset.

A program eligibility document says that applicants must score at or below the fifth percen-

tile in both cognitive and adaptive ability to receive services.

Austin scored in the seventh percentile.

``We're basically limiting people with disabilities to low-paying and student jobs. They struggle enough in society,'' she said.

A spokesperson from the office of Merrilee Fullerton, the minister of children, community and social services, said the ministry does not collect diagnostic-related data of those applying to the adult developmental services programs.

They did not answer questions regarding the scoring percentile, the wait-list for services or the need for lifelong care.

Austin has been able to get funding from two provincial programs. But because of his autism, anxiety and intellectual disabilities, he needs

specialized supports or a respite worker, and his ineligibility limits what he can access.

``I think about it a lot. It is very depressing and very upsetting. So I try to live in the moment, but at the same time, you have to plan for the future, hope for the best prepare for the worst,'' said Berridge.

She's concerned about her 11-year-old son, who has moderate to severe autism and needs support in daily living.

Under the current criteria he would qualify for programs such as housing and additional care, but she said the changing landscape of the system makes it difficult to know what to expect.

``I'm absolutely terrified. I feel that whatever we do, it's a lose-lose situation,'' said Berridge.

``There needs to be something in place for these kids.''

than another.

For decades, the diagnosis was given only to kids with severe problems communicating or socializing and those with unusual, repetitive behaviors. But around 30 years ago, the term became shorthand for a group of milder, related conditions known as ?autism spectrum disorders.``

There are no blood or biologic tests for it. It's diagnosed by making judgments about a child's behavior.

To estimate how common autism is, the CDC checks health and school records in 11 states and focuses on 8-year-olds, because most cases are diagnosed by that age. Other researchers have their own estimates, but experts say the CDC's estimate is the most rigorous and is considered the gold standard.

The overall autism rate has been rising for decades and it remains far more common among boys than girls. But the latest study also found, for the first time, that more than 1% of 8-year-old girls had been diagnosed with it.

Australia launches the world’s first Indigenous space academy

Indigenous Australian university students will be allowed to reach for the stars, with a new internship program supported by the Australian Space Agency (ASA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Launched on Mar. 21 as part of the NASA administrator’s visit to Australia, the National Indigenous Space Academy (NISA) will see up to five students studying in STEM fields travel to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (NASA JPL) in California for a 10-week full-time summer internship program.

“The Australian Government is committed to creating opportunities for all young people, including First Nations Australians to have rewarding careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics,” said Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic. “The National Indigenous Space Academy

will help students develop knowledge and skills that will open up a new world of career opportunities.”

The selected undergraduate or postgraduate students will attend space boot camp prior to their departure focused on aerodynamics, robotics, astrophysics, planetary science, engineering, computer and earth sciences, as well as past and current

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space exploration missions they will be exposed to at NASA JPL.

As part of their internships, the students will be partnered with a NASA JPL scientist or engineer mentor and complete projects outlined by their mentors while also contributing to NASA JPL missions.

“This partnership between the NISA and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory

will demonstrate Indigenous Australian students — and students throughout the world — can play a critical role in human space exploration,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. “The missions of tomorrow will be sparked by the accomplishments of today. As we usher in a new era of space exploration, our nations must continue eroding barriers that limit

opportunities and instead support future explorers to reach their full potential.”

The program will create a pathway for Indigenous students to participate in NASA JPL projects such as robotics, robot perception control, path planning and Artificial Intelligence.

NISA is being delivered by Monash University but will be open to eligible Indigenous students from all

Australian universities. It follows a successful pilot at the University of Technology Sydney in 2019 led by Indigenous Professor Chris Lawrence, who will oversee the Academy in his current role at Monash.

For more information on the National Indigenous Space Academy visit www. monash.edu.

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know the score.

ALL playoffs set to begin this weekend

By TRT Staff with notes from arenalacrosseleague.ca

SIX NATIONS — Eastern Arena Lacrosse League games continued this past weekend with the Six Nations Snipers in sixth place and the Ohsweken Bears in seventh as the league prepares for playoffs this weekend.

On Friday, March 24, at the Brampton Memorial Arena, the Brampton Express opened with an 8-0 lead five minutes into the second quarter. It took the Snipers a while to get on the board. At the half the Express had a 10-1 lead. Brampton took their foot off the gas in the second half. Although the Express still controlled play, they didn't run up the score. The final score was 14-3 for Brampton.

Justin Porga (1g,0a), Nolan Fehr (1g,0a) and Cheyton King (1g,0a) scored for the Snipers.

Dustin Hill faced 58 shots, making 46 saves while Jaxon Longboat

played the majority of the fourth quarter facing 12 shots, making 10 saves.

The Three Stars included a third place star for tender Dustin Hill.

On Saturday, the Toronto Monarchs faced the Whitby Steelhawks and lost 17-20 at the Chil-dren's Arena in

Oshawa, Ontario

The league leading Toronto Monarchs had their work cut out for them losing two of their top players the day earlier to the National Lacrosse League.

Parker Pipher was put on the Rochester Knighthawks' active roster, while

Mason Kamminga was put on the New York Riptide's active roster.

Later on Saturday, the Ohsweken Bears took a hit from the Oshawa Outlaws at the Children's Arena in Oshawa.

The Ohsweken Bears put up a good fight in the first

quarter, but just were overmatched being extremely undermanned. Ohsweken was only able to dress nine runners in this game. By the half it was 13-5 for the Outlaws, and 22-6 after three. A full Oshawa squad showed they are primed and ready for the upcoming playoffs.

For the Bears, Isaac Vanderzalm (2g,2a), Chris Attwood (2g,1a) and Alex Henry (3g,0a) did the scoring. This closed the game at 7-25, giving the game to the Outlaws.

On Sunday, the Iroquois

Lacrosse Arena saw the Peterborough Timbermen lose to the Paris RiverWolves 14-17.

A fast start from Paris helped them hold on for the victory in this game. Andy Campbell, Dylan Goddard and Noah Simonelli helped stake the RiverWolves to an 11-2 lead by the second quar-ter. Aaron Bradshaw and Riley Curtis were instrumental in the seven goal Timbermen third quarter to make this a close game again. Campbell and Eric Lemire were able to restore a five goal lead with just one minute to go, but Peterborough had been scrappy all season, and would go down swinging in this one as well. Goals from Keegan White and Riley Curtis brought this game to a 17-14 finish for the RiverWolves.

As for the playoffs: April 1st at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre in Oakville, Ontario the Peter-borough Timbermen will play the Toronto Monarchs at 7pm, on April 2nd at the Memorial Arena in Brampton, the Six Nations Snipers will play the Oshawa Outlaws at 1pm, the Paris River-Wolves will face the Whitby Steelhawks at 4:30pm and the Ohsweken Bears will pair up against the Brampton Express at 8pm.

On March 31st 2023 WP Pensions + Benefits is proud to support National Indigenous Languages Day

It’s a time to acknowledge the importance of language and culture to the well-being and resilience of Indigenous communities around the world

SIX NATIONS — Playoffs are set to begin away from home this weekend for both the Six Na-tions Snipers and the Ohsweken Bears. On April 2nd at the Memorial Arena in Brampton, the Six Nations Snipers will play the Oshawa Outlaws at 1pm and the Ohsweken Bears will pair up against the Brampton Express at 8pm. TRT STAFF

SALAMANCA — With familiar faces from Six Nations, the travelling Grand River Ironmen Lacrosse Club earned a win 8-5 over an Allegany-based team for the championship at the Western Door Warriors Lacrosse Tournament held at the Allegany Community Centre on March 24 through 26. Six teams battled it out over the weekend including CTC Elite, Centre Road Snipers, the Woodsmen, the Ironman, Redwolves and Down Below Lacrosse. SUBMITTED

Six Nations Chiefs announce John Tavares in leadership

By TRT Staff with notes from sixnationschiefs. blogspot.com

SIX NATIONS — As announced on March 13, John Tavares is leading the Six Nations Chiefs. Chiefs president and general manager Duane Jacobs named Tavares head coach after he stepped down as the Major Series Lacrosse team's head coach, heading into the 2023 season.

"We are pleased to announce that John Tavares will be our next head coach," Jacobs said. "JT has been with us since 2018 and I felt he was the obvious choice to coach our team.”

After Rich Kilgour stepped down as the bench boss in January of 2020, Jacobs assumed the role while he searched for a more permanent head coach.

"We took our time in our search but it always came back JT," Jacobs said. "I never intended to be the teams full-time head coach out of the pandemic, although I enjoyed

doing it. My focus will be on GM and the operation side of things. Being GM and our coach for the last 20 years has been been a privilege, but I'm stepping back from my duties. I want do others things."

Jacobs said over the years as a coach, Tavares has been very engaging with the players, communicates well and has their respect.

"JT is familiar with our organization, our players and our community and enjoys coaching our Six Nations style of play," Jacobs said. "JT is a great competitor and that competitiveness has transcended behind the bench. He loves winning and that’s the bar our organization has established and all I want is for that to continue.”

Currently, Tavares is the head coach of the National Lacrosse League's Buffalo Bandits. Last season he was a finalist for the Les Bartley Award, for NLL Coach of the Year.

Exciting Job Opportunity Of Publishing Coordinator

Company: Turtle’s Back Publishing, a division of the Ontario Native Literacy Coalition (ONLC)

Department: Turtle’s Back Publishing (TBP)

Reporting To: ONLC CEO

Status: Full time position with on-board training April 2023-August 2023

Location: Ontario Native Literacy Coalition , P.O. Box 550, suite 407 16 Sunrise Court. Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0

The Publishing Coordinator is responsible for providing a wide range of administrative duties for Turtle’s Back Publishing, ONLC This is a training role, where the Publishing Coordinator will be trained for five months to take over the lead position of Turtle’s Back Publishing team, authors, and illustrators TBP/ONLC are an Indigenous lead organization.

Responsibilities:

• Through training and understanding of metadata and cataloguing data onto online Book Onix platform Biblioshare.

• Assist in inventory responsibilities and InFl ow software. Filling book orders and creating invoices.

• Assist in minor edits to reprints using Adobe programs (InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat). Understanding print specifications of publications and communication with printers.

• Marketing efforts to expand reach of publications and other resources and develop new initiatives to increase revenue and impact of Tu rtle’s Back Publishing resources.

• Copy editing of manuscripts, using the knowledge of the Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework (OALCF), for all levels of adult learners.

• Draft meeting notes and other reports as needed.

• Pull detailed data for repo rts on milestones, deadlines, and progress; assist with synthesizing and comparing data as needed.

• Participate in editorial conference calls and cal ls with vendors relating to editorial projects.

• Serve as the publications department’s liaison to the custo mer, which may require answering phone calls and responding to emails from customers on a daily basis Provide assistance to TBP team as needed to support strategy and growth.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Specific training or job experience required includes:

• Undergraduate degree preferably in English or Communications;

• Interest in the publishing industry ;

• A willingness to gain progressive experience in process and system development and business planning;

• Demonstrated decision -making, planning, organizational and time management skills;

• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;

• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills;

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills;

• Strong written and proofreading skills;

• Strong written and proofreading skills;

• Ability to synthesize and condense information into concise accessible language;

• Ability to synthesize and condense information into concise accessible language;

#407-16 Sunrise Court, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0 www.onlc.ca Tel 519 445 1539 Toll Free 1.855.368 3072 (within Ontario) Fax 519.668.6653

• Preference will be given to Indigenous Applicants.

• Preference will be given to Indigenous Applicants.

Interested Applicants can apply with resume and cover letter to:

TBP Publishing Coordinator

Ontario Native Literacy Coalition

P.O. Box 550

Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tavares has been very engaging with the players, communicates well and has their respect. FILE

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Canada announced new sports funding

By TRT Staff

The federal government is addressing barriers for Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people by providing funding for programs where they can participate in sport-ing activities.

Abo-riginal Sport Bodies (PTASBs), as recognized by the Aboriginal Sport Circle, to continue and/or implement programming for Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+,” according to the re-lease.

In2020,IgraduatedfromWesternUniversitywithabachelor’sdegreeinArchaeologyand BiologicalAnthropology.Presently,Iaminmysecondyearofthebachelor’sdegreein OgwehowehLanguagesatSixNationsPolytechnic.Ihopethatmyeducationwillleadme toworkinamuseumsetting,providingeducationtothepublicinregardstoFirstNations history,cultureandlanguagewhilealsoworkingtopreserveit.Oneofmybiggest accomplishmentsisenrollinginaprogramthatishelpingmetolearnmylanguage.Ifeel likeIamworkingtowardssomethinginvaluableformyfamilyandcommunity.My language-learningjourneyisjustbeginningbutthereisalotofpridethatcomeswith takingthison.

OneofthebiggestchallengesthatIhavefacedwhileinapostsecondaryschoolwas navigatingwaystodealwiththegriefoflosingclosefamilymemberswhilefocusingon mystudies.ItwasdifficulttofindabalancebetweenschoolworkandmakingsurethatI wastakingcareofmyselfintheprocess.Ihaveanamazingsupportsystemtothankfor encouragingmetocontinuepursuingmyeducation.

AsanOnkwehon:weperson,Ifeelastrongresponsibilitytocontributetomycommunity inpositiveways.Iamalwaysthinkingofwaystoutilizemyeducationtoimprovethe wellnessofthecommunity.Ibelievethatbylearningmylanguageitwillopenup opportunitiesformetocentremycareerontheteachingsandrevitalizationoflanguage andculture.Itisimportantbeingconnectedtoourlanguageandculture.

Iintendoncontributingtothecommunitybyparticipatinginlanguageandcultural revitalizationeffortsthrougheducationandresourcing.Myhopeisthatmorepeoplewill beginpickinguptheirlanguagesandapplyingitanywheretheycanwhetheritisintheir home,schoolorworkplace.Inabroadercapacity,Ihopethatbyteachingindigenous cultureandhistoryitwillhelptodispelthemisrepresentationssurroundingourpeople.

Oneissuetoaddressistheusageofourlanguages.Inordertomaintainourlanguages andcultureweneedspaceswhereitfeelssafetoexerciseourvocabularyandask questionsdespiteourfluencyandknowledgelevels.I’veseenprojectsemergingthatare gearedtowardsencouraginglanguageuseineverydayscenariosandIbelievethat’swhat weneedmoreofinordertoproducemorespeakingopportunities.

Itisimportanttofindsomethingthatyouarepassionateaboutandworktowardsthat. Thatiswhenthejourneyfeelsmuchmoreencouragingandrewarding.Iamstillinthe beginningstagesoflearningmylanguagebutthisexperiencehasmademefeel connectedwithmycommunityandmyself.

Iwanttothankthecommunityforallthesupportofferedtostudentssuchasmyself. Gooutandachievehighereducation.IthasnotbeenaneasyprocessbutIamsograteful forthepeoplethatmotivatedandinspiredmetopersevere.

RileyHillwastherecipientofthe2022HaudenosauneeRecognitionAward.Thisawardisin recognitionofstudentswhoutilizeindigenousknowledgeandlanguagesintheirstudies. Awardedtoastudentwhohasdemonstratedthefollowingintheirpostsecondarystudies:

•Respect-conductthemselvesappropriatelywithinculturalprotocols

•Reciprocity–demonstratedcommunityservice/benefitstothecommunity

•Integrity–honesty–Communitycontactwitharelationshipofrespectandreciprocity

•IsutilizingIndigenousKnowledgeinpostsecondarystudiesandintegrateslanguagein theirstudies

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•Mustbesuccessfulin all previouslyregisteredcoursesandacontinuingfulltimestudent inpostsecondary.

•MustbeapprovedforGRPSEOfundingfortheupcomingacademicyear.

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A release in February announced the launch of a funding opportunity under the Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities program.

“For fiscal year 2023–24, $1.25 million will be made available to the 13 Provincial/Territorial

“The remaining $2.5 million is available in an open call to all eligible organizations.”

The Aboriginal Sport Circle stated the funding is intended for Indigenous-led projects that focus on and support the improved mental and physical health of Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people.

Pro-Fit Corvairs fights for Sutherland Cup

CALEDONIA — The Caledonia Pro-Fit Corvairs continued fighting for the Sutherland Cup this past week. The Corvairs completed their series with the Thorold Blackhawks within five games. Then moved on to take on the St. Catharines Flacons. After an initial 5-0 win over the Falcons, the Falcons came back with a 2-1 win on March 18. On March 20, the Falcons earned another win 3-2. On March 22 though, the Corvairs played excellently with a win of 6-3. On March 24, they rang in another win 4-3 at the Seymour-Hannah Arena. But on March 25, they sat with a tie after losing 3-0 until Monday, March 27. In the final battle, the Corvairs came through and won the final match with a heartbreaking 3-2. This puts them in the running for the Golden Horseshoe Conference Finals. As of printing, the schedule is yet to be released. SUBMITTED

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this season. Between March 20 and 25, the Six Nations Minor Lacrosse League saw various divisions of lacrosse tryouts within the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena. While other divisions have held their tryouts within the same facility, including the revamped Senior C Tomahawks, other have announced rosters and home openers such as the anticipated, annual Bread and Cheese game played by the Six Nations Junior A Arrows who will face the St. Catharines Athletics. The Six Nations Junior B Rebels will also be showcasing a pre-season tournament in Brampton starting on April 1. The Senior B Rivermen will be hosting two camp days on April 7 and 8 at the ILA as well. TRT STAFF

NLL Transactions for Week 18

By TRT Staff with notes from NLL.com

As Week 17 gets underway within the National Lacrosse League, transactions from Week 17 are visible with standings making showing solid effort in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.

The Buffalo Bandits remain on top of the Eastern, followed by the Toronto Rock, Rochester Nighthawks, Halifax Thunderbirds, Philadelphia Wings, Georgia Swarm, New York Riptide and the Albany FireWolves. In the West, the San Diego Seals still sit on top, followed by the Calgary Roughnecks, Panther City Lacrosse, Colorado Mammoth, Saskatchewan Rush, Las Vegas De-sert Dogs and Vancouver Warriors. As for internal movement:

On March 21: The Halifax Thunderbirds placed Practice Player Oakley Thomas on the Physi-cally Unable to Perform List from the Practice List and have removed the Practice Player Tag, and signed Tyler Conn to the Practice Player List. The Philadelphia Wings signed Anthony Cour-celle to the Practice Player List.

On March 23: The Albany FireWolves placed

Jackson Nishimura on the Injured Reserve-Season Ending List, placed Charlie Kitchen on the Injured Reserve-Season Ending List, released Aaron Forster from the Active Roster, signed Aaron Forster to the Practice Player List, placed Nick Chaykowsky on the Active Roster from the Injured Reserve List and removed the Practice Player Tag on Brent Mitchell and have retained him on the Active Roster.

The Calgary Rough-necks signed Tyler Richards one year agreement and placed Tyler Richards on the Retired List.

The Las Vegas Desert Dogs removed the Practice Player Tag on Sam Firth and have retained him on the Active Roster and signed Colin Kirst to the Practice Player List. The Panther City La-crosse

Job Posting: Human Resources Manager

Date of Posting: March 20, 2023

Closing Date: April 3, 2023

Position Type: This is a Full-Time Permanent Position

Organizational Overview:

Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is a unique Indigenous Institute, recognized by community, government, and institutions of higher learning, as a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Knowledge. SNP offers postsecondary, secondary, trades education and training. SNP has formal partnerships with nine publicly funded Ontario Universities and Colleges and collaborates with six Ontario-based Indigenous owned and controlled post-secondary Institutes. For more information, visit www.snpolytechnic.com

Function & Overview:

Reporting to the Director of Operations and Organizational Development, the Human Resources (HR) Manager is responsible for providing strategic leadership and support on human resources areas such as employee relations, organizational development, and learning and development. The HR Manager will oversee the design and implementation of HR policies, programs and practices and monitor them to ensure efficiency and alignment with organizational objectives. The Human Resources Manager is required to perform all duties consistent with the governance values and operating policies of Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) while fostering positive relations with staff, students, stakeholders, and the community; contributing to a culturally supportive teaching, learning and work environment consistent with Hodinǫshǫ:nih/Rotinonhson:ni values of Ga’nigohi:yo:/Kanikoriio (Respect and the Good Mind).

If you are seeking a new and exciting career opportunity, have passion for education, and want to be part of a dynamic, diverse, and continuously growing team, then Six Nations Polytechnic is the employer for you!

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

◦ Post-secondary degree/ diploma in Human Resources or related field;

◦ CHRP/CHRL designation is an asset;

◦ 5+ years of related work experience in Human Resources;

◦ Demonstrated experience in HR Management, Planning, Staffing, Compensation, Benefits and Health & Safety;

◦ Experience in a leadership role is considered an asset; and

◦ Experience in Indigenous postsecondary education and training is considered an asset.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applications will be accepted until Monday April 3, 2023 at 4pm. Please apply directly to our career’s website: https://www.snpolytechnic.com/careers

We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Club placed Sam Clare on the Evaluation List from the Hold Out List. The Philadelphia Wings placed Practice Player Christian Scarpello on the Hold Out List from the Practice Player List and have removed the Practice Player Tag, released Dylan Foulds from the Draft List and released Patrick Resch from the Hold Out List. The Rochester Knighthawks placed Tyler Halls on the Active Roster from the Injured Reserve List, placed Practice Player Curtis Romanchych on the Practice Player List from the Active Roster, placed Curtis Knight on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster and placed Practice Player Parker Pipher on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. The San Diego Seals placed Cam Holding on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster, placed Practice Player Cameron

Lumb on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List, removed the Practice Player Tag on Jake Govett and have retained him on the Active Roster, released Connor Farrell from the Hold Out List and signed Connor Farrell to the Practice Player List.

On March 25: The Buffalo Bandits removed the Practice Player Tag on Dylan Robinson and have retained him on the Active Roster, placed Dylan Robinson on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster and placed Adam Bomberry on the Active Roster from the Injured Reserve List. The Calgary Roughnecks have placed Mitch Wilde on the Injured Reserve List from the Ac-tive Roster, and placed Practice Player Kieran McKay on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. The Colorado Mammoth signed Brett McIntyre to a Protected

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Constable - Contract Position

Practice Player agreement, placed John Lintz on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster and placed Practice Player Tyler Garrison on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. The Panther City Lacrosse Club signed Peter Dubenski to the Practice Player List. The Toronto Rock placed Dan Dawson on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster and placed Challen Rogers on the Active Roster from the Injured Reserve List.

On March 27: The Halifax Thunderbirds placed Luc Magnan on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster and placed Practice Player Brett Beetow on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. (maintain Practice Player Tag). The Vancouver Warriors released Brody Harris from the Injured Reserve List.

Applications for a contract position for Constable with the Six Nations Police are now being called for. All applicants must fill out a standard application form available at the Six Nations Police Station.

CRITERIA for applicants are as follows:

Minimum Requirements to be considered for a career in First Nations Policing with the Six Nations Police Service, you must:

- Be 19 years of age or over and able to provide an official birth certificate or proof of age;

- Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position having regard to your own safety and the safety of members of the public

- Have successfully completed at least 4 years of Secondary School education or its equivalent (official transcripts and diplomas will be required)

Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people would consider being trustworthy and having integrity, with no criminal record;

- certified by a physician to be fit for duty as a front line Six Nations Police Constable and able to pass physical tests which are required in the recruiting process

- Possess a valid driver’s license with no more than 6 accumulated demerit points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges

- Be able to pass a security clearance as well as background investigation, credit card and reference checks

If you have any criminal convictions under a Federal Statute you must obtain a pardon.

Special Requirements – for the Six Nations Police Service, in order to address the unique and at times urgent needs of the Six Nations of the Grand River Community and Haudenosaunee culture, additional requirements include:

- Extensive knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory

- A sound understanding of Haudenosaunee culture, customs, traditions and social political issues of the Six Nations of the Grand River

- Six Nations of the Grand River Band Membership/Citizenship and residency is considered a preferred asset and

- Membership or extensive working experience with any Indigenous Nation will also be considered an asset

Desirable Qualifications:

· Six Nations Band member preferred

Assets:

· Previous policing related experience

· Law and security courses, etc.

Closing Date: Applications must be received by 3:00 p.m. May 4, 2023

Applications in complete form are to be mailed or hand delivered to:

Six Nations Police P.O. Box 758

2112 4th Line Road

Ohsweken, Ontario

N0A 1M0

Attention: Policing Administrator

For further information, please contact the Policing Administrator at 519-445-4191.

COVID-19 Restrictions will be exercised.

Austin Staats during the game between the San Diego Seals and Panther City Lacrosse on March 24. NLL

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The GREAT Job Board is brought to you by Employment Ontario and Service Canada. Only local positions are posted in the paper. For more positions in the surrounding area, visit our job board at www.greatsn.com! To apply for funding, book your intake appointment with an ETC by calling 519-445-2222 (Toll-Free long distance at 1-888 218-8230 or email us at info@greatsn.com.

The GREAT Job Board is brought to you by Employment Ontario and Service Canada. Only local positions are posted in the paper. For more positions in the surrounding area, visit our job board at www.greatsn.com! To apply for funding, book your intake appointment with an ETC by calling 519-445-2222 (Toll-Free long distance at 1-888 218-8230 or email us at info@greatsn.com.

Indigenous Student Award Recipients

“Congratulations to this year’s Indigenous Student Award recipients. No matter what comes next, whether it is continuing your education or launching a new career, you have proven to yourself that anything is possible. We are so very proud of everything you have accomplished. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.”

– Ron J. McKerlie, Mohawk College President & CEO

Congratulations to the 2023 Indigenous Student Award recipients. The Indigenous Student Awards celebrate the achievements of our Indigenous students at Mohawk College among staff, peers, family, and community. Students are recognized for their leadership, dedication to and involvement in their communities, and their academic and personal success.

Learn more at mohawknewsdesk.ca

Academic Proficiency Award

Sabrina Robin Lynne Miller

Inspiring Youth Award

Christopher Smoke

School Spirit Award

Tanya Noel

Sara Smith Award

Emma Doreen

Community Involvement

Award

Janice Williams

Amber Skye Memorial Award

Kalista Rodinsky

Keepers of the Four Directions Award – North

Hope Mishibinijima

Keepers of the Four Directions Award – South

Sierra Karman

Keepers of the Four Directions Award – East

Maggie Todoruck

Keepers of the Four Directions Award – West

Lindsay Miller

Vision Like a Hawk Award

Hailey Powless

Perseverance Award

Joshua Thompson

Keeper of the Fire Award

Tyler Nolan

Keeper of the Fire Award

Melanie Nicholas-Snake

Keeper of the Fire Award

Billy-Jack Wigwas

Amos Key Jr. – Premier’s Scholarship Award

Hailey Powless

VanEvery: Keith Warren

October 14, 1948 - March 24, 2023

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Keith after a courageous and relentless fight with cancer. He is survived by wife Deb of 35 years, devoted son Trevor (Susie), grandsons Everett and Fletcher, son Keithie, granddaughter Meredith and grandson Keith. Survived by brothers Tony, Dave (Val) and brotherin-law Terry. Predeceased by parents Alice and Stanley VanEvery, sisters Sheila, Cheryl, brothers Donny, Douglas (Sherm), Mike, Terry and sister-in-law Gina. Survived by mother-in-law Thelma Davis, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ted (Donna), Mike (Karen), Patty, Marvin (Brenda), Caron (Rocki), Pam (Sandy), Tim and Lesley. Predeceased by father-in-law Leslie Davis. Fondly remembered by special friends Tony and Rosa Presutti, numerous friends, cousins, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews.

Keith was an avid sports fan and involved in baseball, hockey, fishing, golfing, horse racing and more. He especially enjoyed these sports when family was involved. Keith will always be remembered as a funny, kind, and outgoing person with a big heart. In Keith’s later years he had returned to college to obtain an electricians diploma. He worked as a commercial and residential electrician. He will be forever remembered and loved by his family.

Resting at Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes, 60 Main St. S., Hagersville Ontario on Sunday March 26th, 6 to 8 PM. Chapel Funeral service will be held on Monday March 27th 11AM to 12 PM. Cremation to follow. Private interment at Chapel of the Delaware at a later date. www.rhbanderson.com

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5. Narcotic drug

11. Accident

14. Formal submissions

15. Popular 70s rock band

18. Discourage from doing

19. More socially elite

21. Arid

23. A way to look

24. Heroes

28. A surfer rides it

29. Potato state

30. Insect repellent

32. Cool!

33. Have already done

35. Collegiate women’s fraternity

36. To the __ degree

39. Gasteyer and de Armas are two

41. Blood type

42. Looked over

44. Language of Cameroon and Chad

46. Species of armadillo

47. Touch softly

49. Part of your upper body

52. Large, stocky lizards

56. Lack of social or ethical standards

58. Congressman

60. Unofficial force

62. As a result of this utterance

63. A main branch of Islam

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1. Woman (French)

2. Province of Pakistan

3. This (Spanish)

4. Transportation device

5. Greater in importance

or priority

6. The human foot

7. Within

8. Consumed

9. Respectful Malaysian term

10. Therefore

12. Ceased to exist

13. Type of macaroni

16. English composer

17. Wooded tract

20. Tall, slender-leaved plant

22. 36 inches

25. Take too much (abbr.)

26. Allow

27. Individually

29. Journalist Tarbell

31. Bar bill

34. Hong Kong food stall:__ pai dong

Answers for March 29th, 2023 Crossword Puzzle

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37. Species that includes reedmace

38. Former MLB catcher

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40. Northern U.S. state

43. Wilt

45. Commercial

48. Bolivian river

50. Nursemaid

51. A car needs four

53. Guns (slang)

54. American state

55. Clusters of fern fronds

57. Body part

58. A person’s brother or sister

59. Breed of sheep native

SUDOKU

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Requests from friends, associates and family this week can have your nerves on end, Aries. You may have to escape the crowds to recharge. Plan a getaway in the next few days.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

You are awesome at staying on track when you need to be, Taurus. That is what makes you a potentially ideal fitness guide. Try to inspire others to be regimented as well.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

There is nothing wrong with putting rose-colored glasses on from time to time and looking at the world in a more positive way. A more positive outlook can be helpful, Gemini.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, be sure that your generous nature does not come at the expense of your own well-being. You tend to put other people’s needs before your own quite often.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, for some reason you are having problems finding balance in your life right now. You may have to experiment a little bit to see if new strategies might work.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Let others in on some of your secrets, Virgo. You can’t hold everything in all of the time, and you have been shouldering a lot of responsibility for some time.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, the personalized touches you put on any project will showcase your personality and passion. Think about embracing a crafty task to really showcase your talents.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, friends are lining up to be quite helpful of late. When you figure out how much you’re getting done with the assistance of others, you may be more welcoming of it in the future.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Overcome resistance to listening to another person’s side of the story, Sagittarius. Embrace this person’s desire take the lead on something at work or in your home life.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

A changing environment has you figuring out how to adapt your schedule and your skills, Capricorn. With a support team in your corner, you can achieve quite a bit.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Spending is a tad out of control this week, Aquarius. Money is flying out of your wallet at a rapid rate. You may need to be a bit more choosy with your spending moving forward.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Wait a few more days before making major decisions as your emotions are high right now, Pisces. You want a level head to prevail.

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