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Mischief reported
By 2RT Staff
HALDIMAND COUNTY -
Police are investigating a report of mischief to vehicles that occurred on the weekend.
On November 17, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a
mischief on Larry Crescent, Caledonia.
The investigation determined that at approximately 5:00 a.m., unknown individuals attended the property and caused damage to a vehicle that was parked on the property.
Further investigation determined that a second vehicle was damaged at a neighbouring address.
Local daycare closes, leaving Six Nations parents scrambling for childcare
Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council’s refusal to provide funding for a local daycare has resulted in the closure of Little Treasures.
Little Treasures, located on Fourth Line, closed its doors last Friday after saying it couldn’t sustain operations any longer without funding.
“I am writing to inform you that, despite our centre's eligibility for funding from both the provincial ministry and the federal government, we have been forced to close due to a lack of support from the band council,” daycare operator Sarah Jayne wrote. “Unfortunately, our funding request was denied because our centre is classified as a ‘for-profit business’ by the council.
Rather than provide support, the band council has chosen to return the funding to the government, redirecting these essential resources elsewhere.”
Jayne said she explored other funding options suggested by council, including Jordan’s Principle funding, but said, “decision-makers have chosen to re-direct the funds, leaving our community without these critical services.”
Staffing challenges related to wages have also posed a problem, she said.
“The current wage of $18 per hour is not attracting enough employees, and with the loss of the wage enhancement, I am unable to offer competitive pay. To cover operating costs, I would need to raise the daily fee to $55 per child, but I cannot do so knowing the financial struggles that many families are already
facing.”
As a result, she said, the centre had to close on Nov. 15.
“At this point, it is crucial that parents stand up for what is right and demand equity and inclusion for our children and families. I strongly encourage you to reach out to your local councillors, Jordan’s Principal, and any other relevant stakeholders who may be able to help reverse this decision. We have proof of our eligibility for funding, and it is now in the hands of those with the power to make a difference.”
Jayne said the community should come together and advocate for the resources and support Six Nations children deserve.
“I deeply regret that we find ourselves in this situation, and I understand the significant impact it will have on your families. Please know that I will
continue to advocate for our community and will keep you informed of any new developments. Thank you for your ongoing support during this incredibly challenging time.”
Elected Council said families who lost services at Little Treasures are encouraged to put their names on the council’s child-care waiting list.
Council also said families are encouraged to apply for Jordan’s Principle funding to afford childcare for their children in light of the closure.
“We recognize that the well-being and development of our youngest community members is essential,” council said in a press release. "We would also like to thank Little Treasures and its staff for the years they provided childcare to our community.”
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Six Nations for Toronto condo
Six Nations says it will side with a condo developer at the Ontario Land Tribunal in exchange for a cultural and tourism resource centre on the Don Valley River.
Phil Monture, lands and resources advisor for Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council, said the land falls within the Fort Albany/Nanfan Treaty lands and it’s time Six Nations began asserting its rights in Toronto.
“It’s almost like we don’t exist (in Toronto),” he said of Six Nations.
Tercot Communities is planning to build high-rise condos on five percent of 50 acres of land near the Don Valley Trail system in Toronto and in exchange, Six Nations will have the opportunity to operate a 3,500 sq. Foot cultural and information expense-free for three years, or, accept $1 million cash as compensation.
Monture said Six Nations
could promote cultural education among newcomers at the centre because, “they know nothing about us” and it’s “important we educate them.”
All costs for operating the centre would be picked up by the developer for three years, said Monture. After that three years, “we can continue on or sell our interest in that. The key part of this is we have a right to be there. We have to educate Toronto overall.
Our neighbours, (Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation), have been promoting they own everything (in Toronto) which is a falsehood.”
He said MCFN surrendered their interests in the Toronto area.
Land Tribunal, community members heard during a public meeting last week.
The site is an old golf course on the Don River with very little biodiversity.
The cultural centre is slated to have a full kitchen, office space, and will operate expense-free for 36 months (three years).
If Six Nations decided to keep the centre after the three years, it would have to assume operational costs, or they can sell it at market value.
The site will also undergo an environmental revitalization, with wetland creation and reforestation.
“Toronto has be to be re-educated,” said Monture, “and this is an opportunity for that.”
The developer will build condos on five percent of the site’s 50 acres and the rest will be environmentally restored.
The catch is that Six Nations has to support the developer at the Ontario
Lauren jones, wildlife and stewardship manager at the lands and resources office, said 130 trees will have to be removed for the condo development but 316 trees will be re-planted to make up for it.
The trees being removed include Norway maple (an invasive species) and sugar maple.
The trees will be replanted along the river, she said, which is great for the aquatic life in the river.
Chiefs meet in Thunder Bay
By Mike Stimpson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Thunder Bay Source
THUNDER BAY — The Chiefs of Ontario launched its three-day Fall Chiefs Assembly on Tuesday with agenda topics health equity, the Ontario Mining Act and child and family services.
Much of Tuesday’s proceedings was taken up by a closed session on the nationwide settlement on
child and family services that was approved by a Chiefs of Ontario assembly in October and then rejected at an Assembly of First Nations gathering in Calgary.
Red Rock Indian Band
Chief Allan Odawa Jr., who became chief in April, said it’s “still a learning experience meeting all the chiefs on this level.”
A key focus is “what's going to happen for, like, the next seven generations,” he said. “We have to think about
our future, our kids, our great-grandkids and so on.”
Fort William First Nation
Chief Michele Solomon, elected in May 2023, said “it's really great to come together with other chiefs and discuss important issues.”
Wednesday’s agenda at a Thunder Bay hotel includes an address by National Chief Cindy Woodhouse and a closed session on enforcement and prosecution of First Nations laws.
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Ontario First Nation declares state of emergency over gang and addiction crises
By Liam Casey
A northern Ontario First Nation declared a state of emergency Tuesday over concurrent crises involving crime, gang activity, addiction and mental health problems that have plagued the community for years.
Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg First Nation has asked the province and the federal government for policing and mental health help, Chief Louis Kwissiwa said at a news conference at Queen's Park.
"Organized crime and drug trafficking has created an ever-growing crisis in our community," Kwissiwa said.
"Addiction, violence, and trauma is spreading. Overdoses are increasing. Mental health crises are pushing our resources to their breaking point."
The First Nation, about 350 kilometres north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., is $5 million in debt after trying for several years to fix the problems, the chief said. They've installed security cameras, bought licence plate readers and have brought in outside security on an emergency basis.
"Our call rate for emergency services is 35 times higher per capita than the city of Thunder Bay," Kwissiwa said.
Suicides, addictions and untreated mental health issues are on the rise in the community, he added.
"We cannot continue to shoulder this crisis alone," Kwissiwa said.
"We are calling on the federal and provincial
governments, law enforcement agencies, and health services to act now."
The closest detox and treatment beds are a fourhour drive away in Sault Ste. Marie or Thunder Bay, Ont.
"Without immediate intervention, more lives will be lost, and the fabric of our community will continue to unravel," said Joe Moses, the CEO of the First Nation. He said 64 of the community's 121 homes have some type of substance use occurring inside, a figure that has risen in recent years with predatory gangs lurking with drugs. There are at least three such gangs within the community, Moses said. There have been violent home invasions, stabbings and human trafficking, he said.
Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg, with an on-reserve population around 400, must wait at least 45 minutes for police, fire or ambulance response in an emergency.
The First Nation has completed a proposal for the resources it needs for a community-based detox program, treatment and followup care.
"We just want to be heard and understood and have some partners come to the table and help us execute these plans," Kwissiwa said.
The nearby Anishinabek Police Services department has struggled with staffing and has only five officers available, Moses said. An Ontario Provincial Police detachment is supposed to backfill for Anishinabek
Police Services, but the OPP is struggling with staffing, too, he said.
Sol Mamakwa, NDP deputy leader and the only First Nation representative in the Ontario legislature, brought the issue to question period Tuesday and asked if the province would help.
"This is a serious matter," said Solicitor General Michael Kerzner. "That’s why earlier this morning I spoke with Chief Jeff Skye of Anishinabek Police Services to discuss just how serious this is."
He said he told the federal government this summer that policing on First Nations must be revisited and that it must be made an essential service.
"When the federal government comes to the table and antes up more money to do the right thing, Ontario will do it as well," Kerzner said.
"This minister cannot use jurisdiction as an excuse to walk away from this issue," Mamakwa responded.
Federal Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu has been in touch with Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg First Nation to find solutions, her office said. "No one should ever feel unsafe in their home," said Jennifer Kozelj, Hajdu's spokeswoman.
"Whether Indigenous, or non-Indigenous, we are each other’s people and we have to come together in times of need."
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 19, 2024.
With Trump headed to White House, Canada has its eyes on Chinese investment in Mexico
By Kyle Duggan
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said Tuesday she shares the "legitimate" concerns of U.S. officials about Mexico becoming a back door for China to wedge its way into the North American trading regime.
Freeland said members of the outgoing administration of President Joe Biden and advisers of incoming president-elect Donald Trump have expressed "very grave" concerns personally to her about the issue of China setting up shop in Mexico to muscle its manufacturing into the North American free-trade zone.
"We are not a backdoor to Chinese unfair traded goods," Freeland said Tuesday. "However, the same cannot be said of Mexico." Freeland has sought to reassure nervous Canadians that the country is in a good position with the incoming Trump administration, even as it threatens new tariffs, because Ottawa is moving in lock-step with the U.S. on Chinese trade irritants.
She said Tuesday Canada is the "only country in the world which is fully aligned with the U.S. today when it comes to economic policy vis-a-vis China."
Canada moved earlier this year to match U.S. tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, steel and aluminum products, accusing China of overproduction and unfair trading practices.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau raised the issue
with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum in a meeting on the sidelines of the G20 leaders' summit in Brazil Monday. He called it a "frank" discussion.
“There are questions and concerns around some of the Chinese investments in Mexico — things that I highlighted directly with the Mexican president,” Trudeau said at a news conference Tuesday in Rio de Janeiro. "But I also know that Mexico is dedicated to continuing in this extraordinarily successful trade deal."
While Ottawa bristles at Mexico by way of diplomatic blandishments, by far the boldest words are coming from two of Canada's premiers.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford turned heads last week when he suggested Canada should forge ahead on a bilateral trade deal with the U.S. if Mexico doesn't clamp down on Chinese auto imports entering into North America.
On Nov. 12 Ford said that Mexico is "importing cheap products" from China, then "slapping a made-in-Mexico sticker on and shipping it up” into Canada and the U.S.
“What I’m proposing to the federal government: We do a bilateral trade deal with the U.S., and if Mexico wants a bilateral trade deal with Canada, God bless ‘em,” he said. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith echoed that sentiment. While on the national TV talk circuit, she said she's "a thousand per cent" in agreement with Ford.
"We need to take a
bilateral approach and put Canada first," Smith said on CBC Friday.
A report by the United States Trade Representative earlier this year warned U.S. industry stakeholders “expressed concerns that increasing Chinese foreign direct investment in the automotive sector in Mexico poses a significant threat to the competitiveness of the North American auto industry” and could allow China skirt tariffs.
According to the U.S. industry group Coalition for a Prosperous America, which promotes the U.S. taking a combative trade stance, more than 20 Chinese auto manufacturers have invested billions in Mexico.
On the campaign trail during the summer in Milwaukee, Trump claimed Chinese automakers are building large factories in Mexico to flood cars into the U.S. on the sly, but an Associated Press fact check found no such plants currently being built.
China has become Mexico's fastest-growing source of foreign investment, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas report from last year, and China's top EV maker BYD, a global leader in electric vehicle sales, has been eyeing setting up shop in Mexico. BYD is also looking into the possibility of setting up in Canada.
This discussion is happening ahead of a mandatory renewal of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement that must happen by July 1, 2026.
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New affordable homes for Indigenous peoples in Toronto
A breakdown of funding for this project includes:
This month, the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario and the City of Toronto marked the start of construction of the 230 Coxwell Avenue, creating 20 new affordable homes in Toronto.
This is on top of 1005 affordable homes the federal government announced so far in Toronto under the Rapid Housing Initiative since 2020.
Operated by Toronto's Indigenous non-profit Na-Me-Res (Native Men's Residence), this four-storey building will provide 20 affordable housing units for Indigenous People facing and experiencing homelessness. The property will include a common room for cultural events, and the first floor will be designed for tenants with mobility issues.
$5.8 million under the Cities Stream of the third round of the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI)
$1.4 million from the joint federal-provincial Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI)
$1.2 million through Ontario's Indigenous Supportive Housing Program (ISHP)
$1.2 million in contribution from the City of Toronto
$ 2.9 million from the National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Inc. (NICHI)
“Safe and affordable housing is foundational to improving economic, educational and health outcomes. Today's announcement through the Rapid Housing Initiative and the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative is another step towards creating more equitable and affordable housing for vulnerable people in our community.
We will continue working closely with all partners to create more affordable housing that meets the needs of Canadians now, and into the future,” said Julie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto—Danforth, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities.
Completion of the project is expected by the winter of 2026.
“The provincial government is proud to invest $1.4 million from the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative to support housing for Indigenous Peoples in Toronto. This funding is a step forward in addressing housing needs and strengthening our commitment to helping Indigenous communities thrive with safe and affordable housing solutions,” said Honourable Vijay Thanigasalam Ontario's Associate Minister of Housing.
Human remains discovered again in Port Colborne
Investigations continue as human remains have been found again on Sugarloaf St. in Port Colborne, authorities say
By Rose Lamberti, Local Journalism Ini-
tiative Reporter, NiagaraThisWeek.com
Investigations continue as human remains have been found again on Sugarloaf Street in Port Colborne, authorities say.
The most recent discovery is at 112 Sugarloaf St. The story is complex. Niagara Regional Police were called to a condo building near the corner of Sugarloaf and Elm Streets in March 2022 following the discovery of human remains at a Port Colborne construction site.
Authorities determined the situation was not a criminal matter and instead focused on the site’s historical significance.
Journalist Dave Johnson reported that remains previously found nearby had been handed over to Ontario’s Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism, and Culture Industries for further investigation.
The area, known as the location of cemeteries dating back to the 1800s, had already drawn attention earlier in the year.
However, in May, members of Indigenous communities joined the investigation when it was suspected that the remains could belong to an Indigenous burial site, which began a more specialized archeological approach.
Most recently, additional remains were discovered at 112 Sugarloaf St., close to the original site. These findings add anoth-
er layer of complexity to an area already rich with history.
Historical maps from the L.R. Wilson Archives in Port Colborne reveal Sugarloaf and Elm Streets are situated in a zone surrounded by old burial grounds spanning at least five properties.
Records confirm the presence of two cemeteries from the 19th Century, though it remains unclear whether the newly uncovered remains belong to Indigenous peoples, settlers, or both. The region has also yielded Indigenous artifacts in the past, further highlighting its archeological importance.
As reported by Dave Johnson, the area surrounding the apartment building, including the
neighbouring H.H. Knoll Lakeview Park and 229 Sugarloaf Sts., was historically part of the Lake Erie shoreline.
Indigenous remains have been discovered in these locations, as well as along Tennessee Avenue, reflecting the presence of Indigenous communities in the region. Further north in Port Colborne, on Stonebridge Drive, artifacts have also been uncovered, offering further insight into the area's rich Indigenous history. These findings have been consistent since the 1990s. Resident Robert Sheele said in an email the area was abandoned by the late 1800s, and the Town of Port Colborne petitioned the Ontario Government in 1921 to allow the Town to remove
found graves to other cemeteries.
“[The] recent find of human remains at 112 Sugarloaf does resemble what is happening in terms of ongoing archaeology and investigation of human remains currently at the old Sugarloaf Cemetery between Isabel and Fielden.” Sheele said.
“These two old cemeteries are only 300 meters apart and share much of the same early history of Port Colborne,” he said.
“While the Sugarloaf Cemetery is currently being studied for potential Indigenous connection, I have not been made aware that the same was evident in any type of past studies concerning the old cemetery at corner of Elm and Sugarloaf Street,” he said.
As the investigation continues, the focus remains on respecting the cultural and historical significance of the area. Archeological work was paused in 2023 to ensure the city’s collaboration with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and Six Nations in the investigation.
Whether this is a case of rediscovered settler cemeteries or Indigenous burial grounds remains to be determined.
The discoveries underline the importance of careful preservation in regions with layered histories. For now, the Sugarloaf and Elm St. area serves as a poignant reminder of the stories buried beneath modern developments.
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Paris Road/Golf Road and Trunk Watermain Environmental Assessment Studies
Project Information
The City of Brantford retained BT Engineering Inc. to plan for improvements to Paris Road and Golf Road and the extension of the trunk watermain in the vicinity of Highway 403, Canadian National Railway and surrounding area. The roadway project will be carried out as a Schedule C study under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) February 2024 and the trunk watermain project as a Schedule B study. The road and watermain EAs are being undertaken concurrently due to the proximity of the projects.
The Process
The Study will follow the MCEA process by establishing the need and justification for the project, considering all reasonable alternatives with acceptable effects on the natural, social and cultural environments, and proactively consulting with the public, stakeholders and Indigenous Peoples.
Public Involvement
An in-person Public Information Centre (PIC)/Community Café is being held as follows: November 28, 2024 • 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Presentation and Community Café Round Table Discussion at 6:00 p.m.
Walter Gretzky Municipal Golf Course and Learning Centre 320 Balmoral Drive, Brantford, ON N3R 7S2
To register for the Community Café, please contact ParisGolfRoadEA@brantford.ca.
Public consultation is vital to this Study and the City wants to ensure that anyone with interest in the project has the opportunity to provide input. The public is encouraged to visit Brantford.ca/ ParisGolfRoadEA to learn more about the project.
For more information or if you wish to be placed on the Study’s mailing or emailing contact list, email ParisGolfRoadEA@brantford.ca or contact one of the following:
James Clarke, C.E.T., PMP, Senior Project Manager City of Brantford 519-759-4150 Ext. 5198 ParisGolfRoadEA@brantford.ca
Joe Linseman, P.Eng., Trunk Watermain EA Lead Robinson Consultants Inc. 905-304-0080 Ext. 236
Steve Taylor, P.Eng., Consultant Project Manager BT Engineering Inc. 519-672-2222
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Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study
Highway 7/8 and Road 111 Intersection Improvements (GWP 3083-21-00)
THE PROJECT
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained Egis (formerly McIntosh Perry) to undertake the Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for the Highway 7/8 and Road 111 intersection improvements, located in the Township of Perth East, at the boundary of Perth East and the City of Stratford, Perth County.
THE PROCESS
This study is following the process for a Group ‘B’ project in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities and Municipal Expressways, 2024 (Class EA). In accordance with the requirements of the MTO’s Class EA, a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) is available for public comment.
COMMENTS
The TESR will be available for a 30-day comment period between November 20, 2024 and December 20, 2024 at the project website: www.Highway7and8perthcountyroad.com. Interested persons may provide written comments by December 20, 2024 through the project website or to the following project team members:
Steven Pilgrim, P.Eng.
Project Manager
Egis
516 O’Connor Drive, Unit 200 Kingston, ON K7P 1N3
tel: 343-344-2629
e-mail: Highway7and8@mcintoshperry.com
Wendy Xu, P.Eng.
MTO Project Manager
Ministry of Transportation | West Region 3rd Flr, 659 Exeter Road, London, ON N6E 1L3
tel: 548-588-1937
e-mail: Wendy.Xu@ontario.ca
In addition, a request may be made to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks for an order requiring a higher level of study (i.e., requiring a comprehensive EA approval before being able to proceed), or that conditions be imposed (e.g., require further studies), only on the grounds that the requested order may prevent, mitigate, or remedy adverse impacts on
constitutionally protected Aboriginal and treaty rights. Requests on other grounds will not be considered. Requests should include the requester contact information and full name.
Requests should specify what kind of order is being requested (request for conditions or a request for a comprehensive EA), how an order may prevent, mitigate, or remedy those potential adverse impacts, and any information in support of the statements in the request. This will ensure that the ministry is able to efficiently begin reviewing the request.
The request should be sent in writing or by email to the Ministry of Transportation listed above and to:
Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks 777 Bay Street, 5th Floor Toronto ON M7A 2J3 minister.mecp@ontario.ca and
Director, Environmental Assessment Branch Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks 135 St. Clair Ave. W, 1st Floor Toronto ON, M4V 1P5 EABDirector@ontario.ca
Information collected will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments become part of the public record. If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project, please contact one of the Project Team members listed above.
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Prioritizing pain: 5 ways to move beyond managing chronic pain
By Shannan M. Grant, Ellen McGarity-Shipley, Hayam Bakour, Jacquie Gahagan and Mary Lynch, Professor, Department of Anesthesia, Dalhousie University
Chances are, you or someone you care about is living with persistent or chronic pain, often defined as pain that lasts for three months or more. Persistent pain is described in many ways, including continuous, consistent or recurrent (or flares).
Pain may affect people to the point that they can’t work, eat, take part in physical activity or enjoy their life. According to Health
Canada, the total direct and indirect cost of chronic pain in 2019 was $38.2 billion to $40.3 billion.
While one in five Canadians experience chronic pain, it disproportionately affects people living in poverty, those with mental health or substance use conditions, veterans, Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQ2S communities, people living in rural and remote locations, persons with disabilities, women and those working in the trades.
While many people living with pain require pharmacological treatment, such as medication, there is growing interest in non-pharmacological
approaches.
5 non-pharmacological ways to manage pain:
1. Nutrition and food as medicine
Nutrition and food have an established role in preventing and treating pain and chronic disease. For instance, specific dietary patterns (like the Mediterranean diet) and foods (fatty fish, for example) are associated with reduced inflammation, chronic disease and pain.
A registered dietitian can help people living with pain access resources and solve problems while avoiding information overload. Approaches may include food substitutions, food
eliminations, home-based accommodations or tools and advice on shopping and meal preparation. Dietitian services are covered by many private insurance plans as well as through additional wellness or extended health plans.
2. Movement as medicine
Well established in both western and complementary medicine, movement of the body — or lack of movement — has significant impacts on pain.
Physical and movement therapy such as physiotherapy, massage and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation are common pain treatments, but they
can also be used to prevent pain.
There is growing evidence that yoga and qigong — a system of meditative movement and breathing exercises — can play a role in pain management and prevention. For instance, regular qigong practice (daily for six to eight weeks) improved quality of life in several ways for people living with fibromyalgia.
Complementary treatments are not always covered by government health insurance plans, though some community programs or workplace, group and private insurance plans offer full or partial coverage.
3. Allyship and addressing stigma and bias
People living with pain can benefit from having knowledgeable allies, especially when confronted with stigma and bias.
People living with chronic pain may be stigmatized by others’ reactions. Examples provided in research include: “You look healthy, you cannot be in pain,” “You just want attention” and “It must be nice to not work.”
Several factors contribute to chronic pain-related stigma. These include intersecting determinants of health (like sex, gender, poverty, body weight and ethnicity), the lack of visible signs and symptoms of pain and the perceived subjectivity of pain assessment. Back-pain stigma and migraine stigma have been well documented.
Social stigma can negatively affect mental health by increasing feelings of stress and shame, but a growing body of evidence suggests that physical health may also be negatively affected by stigmatization.
Traditionally and currently, people living with pain in larger bodies experience weight bias. People with pain in larger bodies commonly hear the recommendation that they should lose weight, often without adequate evidence, assessment or support. This is something many healthcare providers are trying to address in the wake of the joint international consensus statement for ending the obesity stigma.
4. Support peer-to-peer initiatives
Self-management is a critical aspect of chronic
pain management. It can be taught within programs with community-based approaches such as peer support, which aims to enhance self-management of chronic pain through interactions with peers who share similar conditions.
Living with chronic pain can be stressful, isolating and has been associated with increased depression and anxiety. Peer support groups offer compassion, understanding and validation by encouraging participants to share their experiences.
They also provide emotional, practical and social benefits, with stronger social connections and some reduced use of health services in addition to improved self-management skills.
5. Advocate for inclusive workplaces
Chronic pain has been shown to have a significant impact on organizational productivity and functioning including absenteeism and presenteeism. Chronic pain is a serious impediment to employee overall well-being. Pain may deplete employee mental and physical reserves, which disrupts performance and job engagement, and increases turnover as well as employee burnout.
Chronic pain also has a socioeconomic impact on employees, who may face issues like career interruptions, income loss, barriers to re-employment and overall income instability. A lack of intentional and compassionate management of employees with chronic pain is detrimental to both workplaces and employees. Investing in workplace interventions such as structured accommodation policies can help organizations mitigate the impact of chronic pain on employees. More proactive approaches to managing chronic pain at work include work station adjustments, flexible work arrangements and facilitation of support (like physiotherapy, massage, psychology). People living with pain can better manage flare-ups and time off, when trusted with self-pacing in the workplace.
Ideally, an employer should give employees both autonomy and support to balance their health and organizational productivity.
Black Friday shopping tips
Retail holidays now dot the consumer landscape throughout much of the year. That shift has made a day like Black Friday somewhat less unique than it was in years past. However, Black Friday remains the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season, and it’s still a major day for retailers big and small.
According to Adobe Analytics, in 2022 consumers spent $9.12 billion while online shopping on Black Friday. A separate report from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics indicated just under 200 million consumers shopped online and in store between Thanksgiving Day and Cyber Monday, which
is the Monday following Black Friday. Such figures indicate that holiday shopping on the weekend of Thanksgiving might have changed, but it’s still wildly popular. This Black Friday, shoppers can consider these tips to ensure they find the right gifts at the right price. Do some research before the big day. The spirit of competition is alive and well on Black Friday. Consumers once flocked en masse to store parking lots in the wee hours of the morning in order to get sale items before shelves emptied. Some still do, so shoppers may need to be willing to compete to find the best deals. But some pre-Black Friday research might prove the best way to land the best deals, and it may not require waking up in the middle of the night. Much like shoppers compete
with one another to grab sale items, retailers also compete to get shoppers in store or on their websites. As a result, it’s not uncommon for retailers big and small to advertise Black Friday sales weeks in advance. Shoppers can research these sales and plan when to visit certain stores in order to land the best deal.
Wake up early. Shoppers may not need to get out of bed at 3 a.m. to land the best Black Friday deals, but the early bird still gets the worm on the day after Thanksgiving. Plan to shop early in the morning, which increases the chances of finding the right gift at the right price. If an item you’ve earmarked is part of a doorbuster deal, plan to get to the store or onto the website as early as possible.
Establish a budget. It’s easy to go overboard when shopping deals on Black Friday. However, busting the budget on the first day of the holiday shopping season sets a bad precedent for the weeks to come. A holiday debt survey from LendingTree found that 35 per cent of shoppers took on debt to pay for their holiday purchases in 2022, with the average consumer accumulating more than $1,500 in debt. Savvy shoppers devise a budget prior to shopping and stick to that budget. Black Friday remains a wildly popular retail holiday. A little research, a willingness to get up early and some determination to stay on budget is a formula for a successful Black Friday.
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Honour. Educate. Empower.
Make Black Friday pay off
By 2RT Staff
The holiday shopping season is a profitable period for retailers. So it should come as no surprise to consumers that many stores now begin stocking shelves with Christmas decor and other holiday-related items as early as September, reminding shoppers that the countdown is on until the holidays arrive.
Historically, Black Friday has been the busiest day for retailers, but Cyber Monday has increasingly become a go-to holiday shopping opportunity. Now largely known as BFCM, Black Friday Cyber Monday is undoubtably the busiest time of year for retailers. These days can be a makeor-break period for many merchants. According to Drip, an e-commerce customer data aggregator, Cyber Monday was the biggest shopping day in 2023, with shoppers spending $12.4 billion — a 9.6 per cent yearover-year increase. The
National Retail Federation reported a record 200.4 million shoppers participated in Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales in 2023.
As people consider their BFCM shopping plans for 2024, these tips can help them make the most of these unique opportunities.
Become a price connoisseur. Consumers who would feel right at home calling out correct prices on “The Price is Right” will have an advantage come the holiday shopping season. By understanding the standard retail price on many items, it is easier to know just how customer-friendly BFCM deals are. Consumers can look at the advertisements in newspapers or online and only shop the best deals to save money.
Pay attention to early bird deals. BFCM is a great opportunity to save, and many retailers have extended this exclusive price-slashing period to offer “sneak peeks” and “early bird” opportunities
that precede Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Shoppers can keep an eye out for early BFCM deals to save even more money. Explore loyalty rewards. Shoppers who are part of stores’ rewards programs, whether that entails earning loyalty points or having a store credit card, may be eligible for additional perks.
Although one’s email inbox may be overflowing this time of year with promotions, individuals should double-check their accounts to see if they’ve been given early access to sales or special coupon codes that can bring prices down even further. Some retailers also may utilize digital coupons that need to be “clipped,” which is basically saving them to a loyalty account. Plan the shopping list in advance. A complete shopping list at the ready can make it easier to shop for specific items during Black Friday or Cyber Monday hours.
SPORTS
Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record
The Canadian Press
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky.
Ovechkin has 868 goals after scoring 15 in the first 18 games this season. He needs 27 to set a new record.
Ovechkin entered the season 42 short of breaking a record by “The Great One” that long seemed unapproachable. The 39-year-old Russian is in his 20th NHL season and was on pace to get to 895 in February before injuring his left leg in a shin-on-shin collision and getting listed as week to week.
Alex Ovechkin’s last goal scored Ovechkin scored twice in
Jake
a 6-2 win over the Utah Hockey Club on Monday night, getting goals 867 and 868 in his first game in Salt Lake City before leaving in the third period following a shin-on-shin collision with Jack McBain.
Ovechkin's goals on Utah goaltender Connor Ingram marked the 178th different goaltender he has scored on in his 20-year NHL career. He is tied for the league record with Jaromir Jagr. His first goal came with 8:55 left in the first period. He struck again 5:38 into the second.
It was his 177th multigoal game, which is second to Gretzky (189).
When is Ovechkin’s next game?
It's unclear when Ovechkin will play next.
What are Ovechkin’s stats?
Ovechkin already owns the NHL records for power-play goals with 316 and shots on goal with 6,690. He also has 132 game-winning goals, four away from breaking Jagr's mark (135). Ovechkin has scored on 178 different goaltenders and counting, tying Jagr. Ovechkin earlier this season became the 60th player to record 700 career assists and is now at 707. He joined Gretzky, Gordie Howe, Jagr, Dionne and Phil Esposito as the only players with 700 goals and 700 assists.
Who are the NHL’s leading scorers?
Ovechkin, after climbing past Mike Gartner (708), Esposito (717), Dionne (731), Brett Hull (741) and Jagr (766), scored goal No. 802 on Dec. 23, 2022, to
move into second all time behind Gretzky (894). Who previously held the career goals record?
Gretzky has held the record since scoring his 802nd goal on March 23, 1994, to pass Howe. He added 92 more before retiring in 1999 after a total of 1,487 games over 20 seasons. Ovechkin has played in 1,444 total games so far. Gretzky holds 55 NHL records and even if his goals mark falls to Ovechkin — which he has said repeatedly he is excited about — two seem truly untouchable: 2,857 total points and 1,963 assists, which alone is more than anyone else has in goals and assists combined.
AP NHL: https://apnews. com/hub/nhl
Paul-Mike Tyson was highest-grossing combat event in Texas at $18.1M
The Canadian Press
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP)
— Jake Paul's unanimous decision over Mike Tyson was the highest-grossing combat sports event in Texas at $18.1 million, the promotions company co-founded by Paul said Tuesday.
The eight-round fight at the home of the Dallas Cowboys drew about 72,000 fans and was part of a co-main event that featured Katie Taylor's
latest disputed decision in a super lightweight championship slugfest against Amanda Serrano.
The event surpassed Texas' previous sports combat high of $9 million set by Canelo Alvarez when he faced Billy Joe Saunders at 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in 2021, according to Most Valuable Promotions.
There were 73,000-plus fans at the Alvarez-Saunders fight, which at the time was the biggest crowd for a U.S. sporting
event since the start of the pandemic a year earlier.
Paul beat Tyson, the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion, in a lopsided decision, winning all but one round on the three judges' scorecards combined. It was the 11th victory in 12 fights for the YouTuber-turned-boxer, who has seven knockouts in 4 1/2 years since turning pro.
BetMGM said the fight was its most-bet boxing or mixed-martial arts fight,
taking three times the number of bets and four times the money of any combat sport in the sportsbook's history. A Caesars Sportsbook official said the fight was on par with an NFL Monday night game. Netflix reported a peak of 65 million viewers in the streaming platform's debut for live sporting events. Netflix is carrying two NFL games on Christmas Day and WWE “Raw” on Jan. 6.
Bull Dogs break the jinx
erts and Patrick Thomas accounting for the other Brantford markers.
BRANTFORD - The Brantford Bulldogs finally broke the 5-game loosing skid on Sunday with a 6-3 win over the Niagara IceDogs at Niagara. It was a long awaited time to exhale for Brantford fans and a hope that they have finally broke the jinx. Nick Lardis led the BullDogs charge with a hat-trick and an assist.
Brantford led 1-0 after Aiden O’Donnel scored his second of the season at 7:17 of the first period. Lardis notched his first of the night in the second period on a powerplay early in the second.
The IceDogs fought back with the next three goals to take a 3-2 lead after the second frame, nut the Bull Dogs owned the third period scoring four times including Lardis’ second and third of the night with Noah Rob-
David Egorov backstopped the Brantford win in goal while Owen Flores suffered the loss at the other end.
Following this week’s standings, the Brantford Dull Dogs still have a ways to go to get themselves back in the race after the skid.
They are in sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings after 20 games, two points behind the Sudbury Wolves, and five behind the Ottawa 67’s, who are one point behind and hold a game in hand over the Bull Dogs.
This week’s games include a Thursday night bus ride to Peterborough to face the Pete’s. Followed by a weekend home stand at the Brantford Civic Centre against the Oshawa Generals Friday night and the Kingston Frontenac's Saturday night. Both games start at 7 pm.
SIX NATIONS COUNCIL
SIX NATIONS AND NEW CREDIT
The Conversion of Hugh Beaver
Hugh Beaver’s religious experiences while attending the Protestant church of his youth prepared his heart to fully understand and embrace the Lord as an adult. That day would come to pass in 1937, when he met his niece Jane Dolson knocking on his door. Having traveled from the Muncey Reserve, Jane was overwhelmed with a strong desire to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with her Uncle Hugh. And though the distance from Muncey to her uncle’s home on the Six Nations Reserve was well over 150 km, Jane would not be deterred.
Having no means of transportation she simply decided that day to make the arduous journey on foot – a seemingly impossible task. However, it was not long before a car pulled up, and the driver asked if Jane needed a ride. Learning of her destination he told her he would take her there, even though he had not planned to go that far. But surprisingly, once they reached Brantford, the driver proceeded to drive straight to her uncle’s home without the aid of directions. But, more astonishing upon arriving at the home, when Jane stepped out of the car and turned to thank the driver, the car and the driver had suddenly disappeared. Was the driver of the car actually a heavenly messenger? Was he sent by God to provide Jane the means to share the Gospel message with her uncle? This coming year will mark eighty-eight years since that day. And, for all those years The Church of Jesus Christ has shared the same message – that Jesus Christ is Lord and his redemptive love is for all!
Located on 2357 4th Line in Ohsweken, The Church of Jesus Christ holds meetings on the first and third Sundays of each month at 11:00am. All are invited to come and hear of the great promises Jesus Christ has laid up for all mankind, in particular for the indigenous peoples of the Americas. May the Lord richly bless you.
Please visit our website at “thechurchofjesuschrist.org”
For questions you may contact: Evangelist John Buffa – 734-717-5046
For questions or comments please email: kerrycarlini96@gmail.com
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
The Six Nations Veterans Association wish to thank all of the many volunteers and Legions and community members for participating in the annual Remembrance Day activities held on Sunday Oct. 20, 2024. In friendship, President Bruce Patterson & Six Nations Veterans Association Members
“ENOUGH” OUR CHILDREN’S FUTURE
Finding a cabin in the sky.
“One”, old charred tree standing high.
Willie, Willie, why the “infernal cry”?
You’ seem so blue with, “fathomless grey eyes”.
“Drifting”, forming, dark smokey clouds, suddenly appear. Winged angels’ gliding by. “No reason to fear”
Willie, Willie… don’t ever cry.
Pull up those man pants (don’t be shy)…. “Good bye.”
Today’s Global World
Peace and trouble “lingering”…..checkmate..?
“Shacking booms” of thunder, echoes cheering. So endearing, everyone…fearing.
Pretend’, Raptures of colours’ moon melting honeycomb.
“Piles of debris”, (flatten), lost for another home.
There’d be dim lights, brace the unwanted….madness.
“Fright” to be seen’ overwhelming…sadness.
Willie, Willie, No’ reason to cry, wishful thoughts…never fear.
“You”, know to have numb feelings’ leaves you hopelessly weak.
“Life“ suspends’ to the highest mountain…peak.
“Wait! Silence from me til the last re-ville ….we seek. No’ surrender, wait take a…leap.
“Goosebumps”, hair standing firm, creating a unknown…mood.
“Empty bellies famished” without water or…..food.
Burning memories, deep to the heart……cling.
The world’ an ever, ever, lasting….ring.
Who you are is what you are. Look up, Look down, look left, look right.
“NO Body” owns you…JUST YOU!
Deep Sorrows or Freedom?
We all are one Kingdom!
Feed this beautiful Planet. What you take from her, You must return Dammit
Copyright Nov 15 2024
Deborah Oakes
Contact Daryl Squire by Text and leave
SHERRY Julien William Wayne, unexpectedly passed away on November 14, 2024 in Hamilton. Father of Aniyah Simon Sherry, Survived by parents Raye-Anne (Travis) and Justin (Kayla), Oldest sibling of Jaylyn, Levi, Landon, Paisley, Payton, and Caius. He will be truly missed by grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
He will be resting at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th. Line, Ohsweken for visitation on Tuesday November 19th, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm and the funeral will be held Wednesday November 20th 2024 at 11:00 am. From there he will be travelling to his final resting place at Six Nations Pentecostal Church. www.rhbanderson.com
CLUES ACROSS
1. Defunct airline
4. Beverage container
7. A team’s best pitcher
10. Unit of liquid capacity
11. It comes before two
12. Male child
13. Type of wheat
15. One’s mother
16. Upper side of an organism
19. United is one
21. Extraction process
23. A being with lesser divine status
24. People living together in a community
25. Luxury automaker
26. This (Spanish)
27. Semitic language
30. Period for a defined purpose
34. Wander aimlessly in search of pleasure
35. Up in the air (abbr.)
36. American marsupial
41. Decadent dessert
45. Aquatic plant
46. About aviation
47. Summer footwear
50. Rugged mountain ranges
54. With tin
55. Cut on the surface of a hard object
56. Wrapped in cloth
57. Defensive nuclear weapon
59. “American Idol” contestant Clay
60. Midway between east and southeast
61. Court decision “__ v. Wade”
62. Born of
63. Soviet Socialist Republic
64. Actress __-Margaret
65. Not even
CLUES DOWN
1. Heat unit
2. __ Faulkner, American writer
3. Guatemalan town
4. Of funny things
5. Actress __ de Armas
6. Agents of one’s downfall
7. Takes forcibly
8. Body lice
9. Large nest of a bird of prey
13. Unhappy
14. Popular holiday dessert
17. Habitual drunkard
18. Used of a number or amount not specified
20. Complications
22. Fail to win
27. Before the present
28. Musical genre
29. Flurry
32. Indiana Pacer Toppin
33. Midway between north and northeast
37. Feeling
38. Damage another’s reputation
39. Mottled citrus fruit
40. Beauty product
41. They man first, second and third
42. Harness
43. Herb
44. Expressed concern
47. Mississippi scientific area (abbr.)
48. Consumed
49. Nostrils
51. Gathered fallen leaves
52. Express good wishes
53. Monetary unit of Brunei
58. Japanese Buddhist festival
SUDOKU
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, put aside any errant musings and give important tasks your utmost attention this week. Energy is better spent on others, so keep this in mind when you get busy.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, your coworkers are all excited and fussing over a new development. Maintain an even keel as you assess the situation. You can be curious, but be guarded as well.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, your love life is in a really good place this week, which enables you to spend some quality time with your special someone. A romantic dinner sounds like a good plan.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Your partner is the most important person in your life right now, Cancer. So much so that this week every bit of your attention will be focused his or her way.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, money could be burning a hole in your pocket, so you might want to go on a spending spree. Keep in mind that there are a few big-ticket purchases waiting in the wings.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
You don’t always have to be decisive, Virgo. Sometimes you can kick back and let someone else make decisions for a change. This is a great way to rest and recharge.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
A few jobs need to get done, Libra. But afterwards you should have plenty of time for some social interaction, whether that be attending a party or simply enjoying a night out.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, think about the things you want instead of what other people want. It’s alright to be a little selfish once in a while and put yourself first for a change.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, you could have fun this week and so may all the other people around you simply for being in your presence. This situation will continue in the days ahead.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, the next challenge on your list could be a big one. But if there is anyone who can handle the pressure, it is you. Don’t be afraid to call on friends if you need them.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, go out into the world and try a few new things. Your social energy and curiosity might peak this week, and you’ll need new experiences to feel satisfied.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Your finances might need an overhaul, Pisces. This could mean taking a new job or expanding what you’re doing to earn more. Start putting out feelers to gain information.
31. 007’s creator
