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First Annual Zombie Race to raise funds for local family By Nahnda Garlow A dedicated group of community volunteers came together this week to organize the ‘First Annual Six Nations Zombie 3k Race/ Walk’. This unique race will see runners collect sponsored donations and then run a three kilometer course where they will be chased by costumed zombies. It will be held at
Chiefswood Park on October 4th. All proceeds will go towards the Johnson family to fund “Teiehk “Teiehkwa’s Journey” and there is a great need for volunteers who wish to dress as the zombie cast. Teiehkwa’s aunty Connie Johnson told the Two Row Times why she decided to rally together friends to start a fundraiser “I just felt it in my bones. I need-
ed to do something. This is just one step starting with this fundraiser to help Jada and her family financially but we can continue this year after year and focus on cancer prevention. We got to look out for one another.” The race is shaping up to be the best event in the territory this season; including DJ’d tunes, food sales, and awesome race
swag with the slogan “No One Fights Alone” – an expression that sends a clear message that the Six Nations community is ready to lend a helping hand to any family in need, especially when it comes to our children. Johnson said, “People can either run or walk the trail at Chiefswood with some obstacles. We encourage teams to enter be-
cause the chance of entering as a team has a better survival rate to finish the race.” Runners and walk walkers ill be given t o flags known as “lives”. In order to completely finish the race you must have at least flag remaining. here will be prizes for best costume and the team/individual who raises the most funds. The committee is still
looking for volunteers and business who wish to make a donation towards the costs of putting on the race or towards Teiehk Teiehkwa’s Journey. To volunteer to be a helper/zombie you can email Connie Johnson at cjohnson12@hotmail. com or visit the Six Nations Zombie Run Facebook page at facebook.com/ sixnationszombierun for event details.
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Deputy Minister commits province to honour “duty to consult� BRANTFORD – Before meeting with the Brant Brantford Chamber of Commerce last Tuesday, Ontario Deputy Minister of Aboriginal Affairs David de Launay met with Six Nations Elected Chief Ava Hill, Brant Mayor Ron Eddy along with Brantford Mayor Chris Friel. Hill, Eddy and Friel delivered the same message to the province they gave to the federal government when the threesome went to Ottawa together in an attempt to get the Harper Government to speed up its dealing with outstanding land claims that affect development in both Brant Brantford and Brant County. “Two years ago we went to Ottawa together to convince the feds that it’s time to get back to the negotiation table,� said Elect Elected Chief Hill. According to Hill, they wanted to deliver the same message to Ontario, so de Launay was invited to the area to meet with the three elected community leaders. In the closed door meeting, the trio told the Deputy Minister that the province needs to do more to apply pressure to the feds to re-engage in negotiations that the federal government broke off a number of years ago after making some small but slow headway. De Launay later met with members of the Chamber of Commerce to announce that Ontario is working on a social media campaign designed to inform and educate Canadians about the special place
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Six Nations of the Grand River has through treaties and agreements, which Canada and the Province must abide by. He offered some advice to about 20 Chamber members on how to properly deal with issues involving Six Nations land claims, however he did not specify what that advice was. “There is a deep need for a broader understanding of aboriginal issues in society,� Deputy Minister de Launay told media following his closed meeting with the Chamber. “They have constitutional rights. They are a unique group with treaties and land claims.� He said that the prov-
ince is trying to promote better understanding of these treaties, as acknowledged and affirmed in the Canadian Constitution Act of 1982. Although land claims are the domain of the federal government, de Launay said his provincial Liberal Government can do more to help to remove obstacles standing in the way of a mutually agreeable understanding between Native and non-Native cultures and their unique and specific needs for both no and into the future. According to de Launay, that new understanding includes the commitment to honour the Constitution and the Crown, by honouring the principles of meaningful consultation and accommodation. But when asked specifically about the former Douglas Creek Estates land in Caledonia, which has yet to be settled, de Launay was less committed and called the situation “complicated�. Although he did not exclude the possibility of transferring the land back to Six Nations, he said that a solution is not imminent.
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Men’s Fire seeks to raise awareness of MMIW By Jim Windle SIX NATIONS – Momentum seems to be building towards a planned shut down of Highway #6 at 4th Line Road, slated for Saturday October 4th beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing until Sunday October 5th ending at 9 p.m. The protest is occurring in conjunction with a number of other protests being planned for the same weekend in other Onkwehon:we communities that are calling for an independent inquiry into more than 1,000 missing and murdered Indigenous women across Canada. It is alleged by Indigenous leaders from coast to coast that most of these cold cases have not been properly investigated, if investigated at all. To date, Prime Minister Stephen Harper has rejected all calls for an inquiry to look into the matter. “We are really hoping for support here at Six Nations and with similar actions in other commu-
Men's Fire Representative Bill Monture. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE nities,” says Men’s Fire representative Bill Monture. The Men’s Fire plan on live-streaming the protest on-line to draw attention to the issue as well. The Fire has also been a part of a social media campaign just launched this week, explaining what they are doing and why this is such an important issue. “I just heard the other day that they found a couple of more bodies in
a river during the recovery of yet another Native young woman,” says Monture. “It’s becoming more and more serious. That’s why we are asking people for their support and asking those who are going to be inconvenienced to be patient and understanding. This is not a protest against Caledonia in any why. Unfortunately, it’s only this kind of action that catches Harpers attention. I hope people will be understanding that this is what needs to be done to create awareness. We all need to stand together on this.” Monture once again uses the contrast of the Tim Bosma disappearance in 2013 and 1,000 or more Native women who have gone missing. “No disrespect is intended to the family, but when you compare the amount of media attention and police manpower called in when Tim Bosma went missing recently, with what happens when one of our people
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goes missing, it is quite a bit different. That is the reality we are hoping to change.” The Men’s Fire has met with the OPP already and informed them of their intentions and will meet with them again on Wednesday. Caledonia Mayor Hewitt was unable to return our call by press time for his perspective. “I’d like to ask him, what he would do if his people went missing like that and no one seemed to care,” said Monture. Monture reminds people that every other diplomatic avenue, including lobbying, letter writing, petitions and published demands have
fallen on deaf ears, leaving direct action as the only alternative. Even the United Nations special rapporteur James Anaya has included the missing and murdered Indigenous women in his scathing report card on the Harper Government’s human rights record. “Harper is just ignoring it all,” says Monture. “We need to encourage all the different groups, including non-Native leaders, to put the pressure on the Conservatives. They are not good for our people.” Monture says he is saddened by how some of his people so easily side with the federal government.
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EDITORIAL: Love among us Voices from the controversy at Cayuga Lake The Two Row Times has been following a story about a young woman from our community ho is facing a difficult medical condition and is now facing apprehension by CAS so they she may be forced into treatment by the Canadian medical system. The issue is now before the courts of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, and a publication ban has been put into effect to protect the identities of all parties involved. Deciding what to do in this matter has been tricky – it could be argued that as an Onkwehon:we publication on Six Nations territory we are not under the jurisdiction of Canadian law and as such a publication ban ordered by a Canadian judge does not apply to us. However, this publication ban was requested by the lawyer for the Onkwehon:we family, and we will honor their request. Our staff were identified at court, and gave their word in front of many people that they would comply with the publication ban in order that they could stay and listen to the details during the hearings. We choose to honor that word. Given the historical relationship of broken treaties between the nation-state of Canada and the Haudenosaunee people we do not feel it is wise to return an offense with another offense. Our mothers taught us better than that. Keeping Ganigohi:yo we have considered all sides and have chosen at this time to honor the request made before the courts and will not publish details on this matter until the ban is over. This has been a dif difficult decision to make,
and should the publication ban be lifted at any time we are locked and loaded, ready to release details and content regarding this matter to the community immediately via our website www.tworowtimes.com or through our social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We ask for your patience in this matter until the ban is lifted. We also would like to inform the community that many matters brought to the courts for discussion are open to the public and that they are welcome to attend public proceedings or read the transcripts of court proceedings as they are public record. Doing so is simply a matter of walking over to the courthouse and requesting to see those documents, or asking someone who was present to relay what was said – we just can’t print it in our newspaper right now. We also would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge how strong this community is. In times of struggle, in times of trial, and in times when people are in need of help it is glorious to see Haudenosaunee people from all our territories and even Onkwehon:we people from nations all over Canada and the United States reaching out to offer loving support where they can. This is something to take pride in. This is the kind of Ganohkwasra that the Creator put in our hearts exactly for this purpose – to give to one another. The Two Row Times is pleased to be able to participate in sharing the love and doing what we can to support.
By Nate Buckley
SENECA FALLS – There is a leadership conflict in the Cayuga Nation in Seneca alls. he conflict in the past week has gotten more intense as two community gas stations and a local cigarette factory have been taken over by rival groups in the community. he current conflict has its roots in the growth of US colonialism during the “war for independence” and the Sullivan Clinton Campaign. During these turbulent years, the expansion of the 13 colonies into the United States meant war, forced relocation, and genocide for the Cayuga Nation. Cayuga people reset resettled in neighbouring territories with the Seneca and Six Nations and many more Cayuga were spread out even further west. Not only did these difficult years split apart the people, but their homelands were stolen. Consequent Consequently, there has not been an official Cayuga ation in their traditional homeland until very recently. So the process of reclaiming and rebuilding the Cayuga Nation is both very promising and challenging. What follows is a series of interviews with various spokespeople active in the current movement. Eva Bighorse is a Turtle Clan citizen working with the Unity Council who sympathizes with the reasons espoused by the Turtle Clan representatives who left the Unity Council. Clint Halftown has been the representative of the current Heron Clan leader of the Cayuga Nation Government for over a decade. Justin Bennett is a representative of the Turtle clan which seceded from the Unity Council last week. Sam George is the Bear Clan Chief that sits on the current Unity Council. The US Bureau of Indian ffairs BI first
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ruled in favour of the Unity Council, then reversed its decision in favour of Clint Halftown after an appeal, and is currently undecided after a second appeal. In the meantime, many of the Nation owned businesses in Cayuga Territory have been taken away from Clint Halftown, Gary Wheeler and Tim Twoguns by members of the Unity Council. The Turtle Clan representatives recently seceded from the Unity Council to a position of neutrality and are supporting greater transparency and decision-making process. Eva Bighorse: “The Cayuga nation has been vulnerable since the end of the American Revolution, because the Nation was split. A large group went to Grand River, a large group stayed on this side of the river. My mom is a descendent of the group that set settled on the Cattaragaus. The Cayugas on this side haven’t had a longhouse. I think Cayuga children today should have the opportunity and option to attend longhouse with their respective nation. In order to have a longhouse you have to have your traditional government in order. With the Nation being split and with no longhouse and no land base for Cayuga citizens to live and inhabit, it has been e tremely difficult to practice the traditional governance system and so recently we have had citizens within our nation put up to have those titles that are recognized with the Confederacy. And so what we are facing today is between these two factions.” Clinton Halftown: “New York State took possession of our land illegally to pay off the soldiers and has not been resettled until 2003 when the Cayuga ation bought its first piece of land back within our territory because that’s where we started
from and now we’re back.” Justin Bennett: “The history in the context of the conflict of the Cayuga nation stems back a couple decades at least and it has been a conflict of traditional form of government and the changes that are made and whether those changes are honoured. Both groups are claiming to have leadership authority.” Eva Bighorse: “This leadership thing is really kinda small when you look at the greater picture we just need our citizens to come together and start living because there are bigger issues we need to address to build the Nation. Once this leadership thing is finally s uashed and we have committed citizens on the homeland ready to do whatever it takes to build a strong community in peace and harmony with our neighbours and allies according to [the] Two Row Wampum then we will understand that we really need to be building relationships with our neighbours. It’s important to reach out to our non-native neighbours here within this direct community and educating them to our history as a nation that includes forced relocation, assimilation and genocide.” Sam George: “To have the traditional government, and business be run as a business but also be traditional as much as possible to be put into it. Because we know sometime down the road cigarettes are not going to be our main selling thing. So we need to change because at one time our people were farmers. And our people had a lot of peach trees, we have plenty of peach trees, we had plenty of corn. So somehow we need to work our way back to living off the land as much as we can. I mean because just business is fine I’ve al ays said he [Clint Halftown]
has done some good far as gathering money and doing stuff for all the Cayugas. But he’s not doing it for all the Cayugas because some of our members live across the ditch. That’s how we say it and they’re not getting what we’re get getting because of old wounds that haven’t healed yet something from some of our people.“ Clint Halftown: “This conflict has been going on since 2010 where a new group within the Cayuga nation called the Unity Council which was formed and says they removed me and Tim Twoguns and Gary Wheeler from our council which has not happened and then the Unity Council then sought intervention by the BIA.” Eva Bighorse: “Our stance is firm that e are here for the land so that our future generations have a community to grow in and place to call home that Cayugas haven’t had for several hundred years. So we absolutely don’t want it to get violent what whatsoever, we just hope that Clint will step aside. He is welcome to participate in the community as a Heron Clan member but he is not a fair leader, he has not respected our traditional ways. If violence does occur we are not going to instigate it whatsoever but it already has on his side which is a concern which is why we are calling out for help.” Justin Bennett: “I do have a sincere hope and optimistic outlook. Through time and by exercising patience and understanding, the Cayuga ation ill find its ay. I firmly believe that if e take the time to listen to each other, come together with good minds and be willing to compromise and sacrifice some of our o n personal ambitions, we ill find a ay to build a CONTINUED ON PAGE 19
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Stop globalization, decolonize! Never in our wildest dreams did we think that e ould be fighting to keep our country and this Earth intact due to the creation of silent wars by something hidden in duplicity and innocently called “Sustainable development and Globalization” being implemented throughout all of our communities. So here we are. The agenda of those who have manufactured these silent wars is clearly visible. The writing is on the wall. But,
will the people realize what is happening before it’s too late? And, what can we do to stop it? Seven years of personal research, meeting wonderful people, learning about the Haudenosaunee Great Law, White Roots of Peace, the Two Row Wampum Treaty, the bowl with one spoon, and “oh” have I mentioned meeting Sharon Venne? Well, all of these things have changed our lives forever not to mention the lives of those we have come across who also see the writing on the wall. The birth of our group DNA (De-
colonize North America) af after meeting Sharon Venne at a conference three years ago and learning about “International Political Decolonization”, came Given our research, it became obvious that the root cause of most of our problems in Canada, stems from the Canadian citizens continuously and blindly electing politicians who have been manipulat manipulated by corporate greed, fast forwarding globalization and committing wrongful doings in our names. As Canadian Citizens, we are the ones accountable for accepting and enduring a false democratic system
that only serves to take away all of our voices and power on both sides of the Two Row Wampum. What can Canadians do? We can take a powerful stand by removing “Final Decision Making Authority” from all levels of Governance. We can draft a “New Constitution for the People by the eople and finally empower all Peoples within this Country for true prosperity for all. If we don’t, the Unit United Nations “Globalization and Corporatization” will further remove all of our personal and Canada’s sov-
ereignty and freedoms. Our independence will be decided upon by small groups from other veto powered Countries. For more information about these issues please join us for a “Community Awareness Speakers Forum” Banquet Style Donation Dinner, October 18, 2014 from 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Six Nations Community Hall 4th Line, Ohswek Ohsweken Ontario. Speakers will include Dr. Sharon Venne: Cree Lawyer, Treaty 6 Ambassador to the UN and World renown speaker/ Author - Manufactured Consent. Nicole Lebrasseur:
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is bringing joy to children who are coming out of a difficult situation. “This is a place for kids to be innocent, to play safely, a place for parents to interact with their children in a non violent way, in a healthy way,” says Sandra, adding, “To me when I see this, it’s about reclaiming their innocence… being able to be children.” The second-stage housing, where the playground is located, is just one of many programs run by Ganohkwasra, who work with those who are victims of family violence. This housing is available to families who are ready to leave the emergency shelter but need a supportive opportunity to reintegrate into the community. Next Step Housing of offers a safe, clean, and comfortable home for families for up to two years, with residents also participat participating in programming run by Ganohkwasra. “We
try to teach our residents about the cycle of violence, about their rights, they have a right to play, they have a right to laugh, they have a right to feel good about themselves, and they have a right to live in an environment where there is no violence. And they have a right to feel good about themselves,” says Sandra. In addition to the emergency shelter and second-stage housing, Ganohkwasra has a 24hour crisis line, a youth lodge, and provides out outreach services, counselling and community education. The work of Ganohkwasra is very much guided by Haudenosaunee teachings, as Sandra explains to me, “We really try to focus on our teachings, we believe that everything that we need to live a peaceful way in our teachings, it’s in our traditional ways, our philosophy of Ganohkwasra is based on that.” I ask her if Ganohk Ganohk-
wasra engages in advocacy as well and if that too is informed by traditional ways, to that she says, “We really try not to talk too much about violence, we try to promote peace. That’s the message we want to give to the community.” The work of Ganohk Ganohkwasra is truly indispensible. Sandra is deeply grateful to all the support they receive from volunteers and staff but also from the community as a whole. Thanks to them these vital programs and services are there for those who need them. Those interested in supporting the mission and work of Ganohkwasra are invited to participate in #Walk4Change6NAY, which happens the last Saturday every month, the next one will be held on September 27, 2014. For more information about the event or Ganohkwasra in general, visit ganohk ganohkwasra.ca or call the 24hour number: 519-4454324.
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Golf tournament helps build playground By Lucho Granados Ceja
I’m walking down the footpath at Ganohkwasra’s Next Step Housing, the brand new playground structure is just a few meters ahead, in front of it stand two staff members, Brody Thomas and Sandra Montour, they smile as I approach. Sandra is the Director of Ganohkwasra. She suggested we meet here for our interview so I can get a fuller appreciation of what all the hard work of the staff and volunteers was able to deliver to the community. Brody headed up the efforts to organize the golf tournament that raised the money that paid for the playground. This is actually the first time he’s seen it up close, and it is obvious to me that he’s quite proud of the final product. He was on the committee that not only organized the tournament but also selected the design of the playground. Before we begin the interview he jokes
This playground at Next Step Housing in Ohsweken was made possible by thanks to money raised at the 3rd Annual Golf Tournament in support of Ganohkwasra. PHOTO BY LUCHO GRANADOS CEJA that kids must really like playing here, as the playground was full of toys that they picked up before I arrived. There was a playground here before but it badly needed to be replaced, “We needed a new one… There’s so many kids that live here, from all ages, we needed a safe place [for them] to play,” said Brody. Brody himself is a golfer, so it was a natural fit for him to lead this
fundraising initiative. This year is the 3rd year the gold tournament has been held. It saw the participation of over 80 golfers. The impressive playground structure was built utilizing money raised during this year’s and last year’s tournament. He tells me that the feedback from the community and the tournament participants has been really positive. This is no surprise of course; it’s something that
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What if? One day not too long ago I grabbed my kids from school early to get a yummy treat and sit outside in the fall sunshine. As we sat on a park bench drinking lattes and people watching a tall white guy appeared with a very long, blonde, curly mullet. I mean it was long - down to his waist almost and it was very “business in the front, party in the back”. My oldest daughter is a teenager and has a very good sense of humor. We both kind of took notice of him and smiled at each other - when suddenly out of nowhere a minime version of the man appeared! A young boy about 9 years old, identical to this guy and with
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the same mullet! It was awesome. They were just chilling out downtown enjoying the sun like we were. The small boy stood up on top of a rock, raised his arms in the air, closed his eyes and drank in the sunshine. His spiky blonde mullet glistened in the sunshine and he looked incredibly happy. “They kind of look like a daddy lion and a baby lion.” I said. The dad walked up behind him and put his hand on his son’s shoulders and they both looked out into the sunshine, smiling. I was sitting there drinking in this beautiful intimate moment between mulleted
father and son when my daughter chimed in. “Look Simba! Everything the light touches, is our kingdom.” she said a la ‘The Lion King’. Totally dead pan, right on time, perfect comedy! I laughed so hard I almost snarfed my coffee and for a good five minutes e had problems calming down. In all honesty as I write this I’m having problems gaining my composure again. It wasn’t that we were making fun of this father and son. Not at all. In fact seeing the intimacy between them was heartwarming. And it also helped grow a moment between my daughter and I where we were happy, laughing and enjoying
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some rare quality time as well. What that moment did was bring into focus for me how precious our children are - to all of us. I would do anything for my kids. And I am certain having seen the love that was positively glowing from mulleted father and son - that he would do the same. For most parents, the thought of being forcibly separated from our children is our worst nightmare. Perhaps though, for the indigenous person it is more than a nightmare. Imagine for a moment that the year is 1899. It is fall time and you are basking in the sunshine with your children, picking apples, gathering hickory nuts and telling inside jokes back and forth. Suddenly out of nowhere a man rides up and you know exactly who he is; the Indian Agent. You heart sinks to the bottom of your soul as it dawns on you that he is there for your children and you are powerless to stop him. You have no protection, no voice, no rights
and no way to stop what is about to happen because the law regarding Indians in 1899 says so. A few moments later ‘the man’ rides off with your children and you have no idea what will happen next. Soul crushing. Given our actual history, an imposed forcible removal of an indigenous child from their community taking them from what they know and expect is doubly traumatic for the indigenous child. It could break not only the spirit of the child, but of the parents, of the siblings and the heart of the community. It is worse then our worst nightmare - and would be a gross failure of the society that Canada claims to be today. It reminded me of when Makayla Sault was threatened with apprehension because of a dif difference of perspective regarding the treatment choice that her parents made for her. Was it any surprise that the indigenous community was immediately ready and that
we rallied together to ensure her protection? I shudder to think of the what if’s. What if she’d been forced to continue with chemotherapy? Perhaps the bond between Makayla and her parents - her protectors - could have deteriorated along with Makayla’s health. The potential was there for her life to take a drastically terrible route if her parents had been given no choice in the matter and were forced to give her up and return her to chemotherapy. It’s food for thought. Thankfully, I am pleased to share that Makayla is doing well. Her journey to the Hippocrates Health Institute was successful and she has started back at public school. Her hair is growing back and she is stronger day by day. Now, she and her mom get to have more of those ‘basking in the fall sunshine’ moments drinking lattes and laughing at each other’s jokes.
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Applications for three (3) contract positions for Constables with the Six Nations Police are now being called for. The term of the contract positions will be from January 5, 2015 to March 31, 2016. All applicants must fill out a standard application form available at the Six Nations Police Station. CRITERIA for applicants are as follows: • grade 12 graduate (able to provide proof of successful completion of high school or equivalency test for grade 12 from a recognized educational institution), education documents must be forwarded with the application form and must clearly state that a grade 12 level of education has been attained; • 19 years of age or over and able to provide an official birth certificate or proof of age; • certified by a physician to be fit for duty as a front line officer of the Six Nations Police and able to pass physical tests which are required in the recruiting process • of good moral character, with no criminal record; • in possession of driver’s licence with adequate driving experience and a good driving record (able to provide a valid driver’s licence upon request) • applicants will be given equal consideration regardless of gender Desirable Qualifications: • Six Nations Band member preferred
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Wahta Community Fire vacates protest site By Lucho Granados Ceja
WAHTA – In a statement posted to their website and Facebook page, the Wahta Community Fire announced that as of Monday, September 22, 2014 they would vacate the encampment site in front of the Administration Building in the Wahta Mohawk territory and allow staff to return to their offices. The Community Fire indicated in the statement that the reasons behind the decision to leave the protest site were: the threat of a lawsuit, a concern for the preservation of the administration building, and the existence of the “enemies list”. The “enemies list” is a list of names of people, perceived to be supporters of the Community Fire, prepared by Karen Commandant, the appointed Senior Administrator. Those appearing on the list are to
be denied community services as a result of their involvement with the Community Fire. The Community Fire held a permanent presence at the site for nearly 140 days in an effort to compel the Elected Council to abide by the Financial and Governance codes. Before leaving the site the Community Fire invited police to conduct an inspection of the site and building in order avoid being accused of leaving it in a bad state. The Two Row Times spoke with Ryan DeCaire, a supporter of the Community Fire, about this decision. He made clear that this does not mean the Community ire has closed the fire or is abandoning its struggle to get the Elected Council to respect community laws, “It’s really just a beginning, or a renewal.” Supporters of the
Community Fire intend to employ different pressure tactics to achieve their goal, saying in the statement, “Although it was not an easy decision to leave, we believe this will enable
us to broaden and intensify our activities to hold the Wahta Council account accountable to community laws, and the basic principles of accountability, transparency, and community em-
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something was missing in Social Work practice… How can I do something that’s a little more holistic for people? I just knew there was a different way to connect and to help people realize the changes they want to see,” said Oliver. Now living near Six Nations, she saw an opportunity to give to the community and share her skills. She began volunteering at the Our Sustenance Greenhouse nearly a year ago and knew this would be a good place to offer yoga classes. “They feel comfortable and safe to go because Our Sustenance Greenhouse is a community space that people already know,” explained Oliver. It’s something that most yoga studios can only dream about. As yoga participant Pat told us, “I’ve been to gyms and health spas and I always feel out of place.” With classes running inside the greenhouse, it is a space that is brimming with
SIX NATIONS – “Yoga is a practice that should be accessible,” explains yoga instructor Nicole Oliver. Unfortunately, however, this isn’t always the case as yoga has been coopted by business interests that are more interested in making money. As a result it seems most people perceive it as something for movie stars or downtown city-dwellers. Staying faithful to the principles of yoga is one of Oliver’s priorities as the instructor of affordable classes being run at the Our Sustenance Greenhouse. “Yoga helps you connect to that true sense of self, but in doing that you connect to others. I think I just wanted to teach at Six Nations because I wanted to make an accessible and beautiful program with the lovely people at the greenhouse,” explains Oliver. Nicole Oliver was first dra n to yoga hile attending school in Montreal and recovering from an abusive relationship;
Teacher Nicole Oliver is providing pay-what-you-can yoga classes every Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM and from 6 PM to 7 PM. PHOTO BY LUCHO GRANADOS CEJA
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life and positive energy. I definitely like the energy of the plants, being Haudenosaunee we have a strong connection to nature, each living being has a spirit, including the plants,” said Amy, another participant. Oliver insists that everyone is welcome to her classes, even if you think it is not for you. She suggests you come out and see what it’s like, as you’re free to do what appeals to you. “I’m just your guide, yoga is your practice, everything I say is a suggestion or invitation,” explains Oliver. All bodies and genders are welcome. Although yoga is perceived as something for women, Oliver suggests that men can get a lot out of yoga too. It’s a place where people can, as she puts it, “Explore the balance between strength and tenderness.” It’s also a chance to let your inner child run free, as Pat shares, “I think it’s a freeing thing…
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it’s like being a kid, kids roll down hills, and they eat the flo ers off the clovers, and hang upside down from trees, and that’s what yoga feels like to me, it’s like being a kid.” She also thinks it will appeal to community members’ own culture and traditions, “I think a lot of the ideas are common to just about any Indigenous people anywhere, to be peaceful, to remain centered, to remember that you are a part of the earth and the earth is a part of you, we don’t live on it, we’re part of it.” Classes are drop-in and are held every Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM and from 6 PM to 7 PM. They are also pay-what-you-can and mats are provided, ensuring it is accessible to everyone. The Our Sustenance Greenhouse is just behind Big Six gas station at 2662 4th Line. For more information email Nicole Oliver at oliver.nicole83@gmail.com.
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During the month of September the “Dare to Dream Big Rewards Program” is accepting nominations for people in the Arts, Culture and Entertainment community who have used a good mind and encourage others to do the same. Nomination deadlines for Arts, Culture and Entertainment is Sept 30th, so head out to www.tworowtimes.com and get rewarded! It’s so easy to participate. Here is how it works: First, figure out someone you would like to nominate. Next, tell us their name and what you would like to reward them for. Fill in the form and hit send. That’s it! It is not a competition, it is not a contest, and EVERYONE nominated receives a reward! In addition to that, we want to reward YOU for nominating someone! Why? Because we think that is good stuff too.
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Sydnee loves to play sports and be active. I would like to nominate her not only for her achievements in dance and soccer, but because she has given encouragement and support to her best friend Ciana so that Ciana felt comfortable enough to j oin both of these activities with Sydnee. When Ciana didnt want to go to games, Sydnee would tell her ' our team needs you' . When she would cry at a dance class Sydnee would hold her hand and tell her that everything was going to be ok. When Ciana would hold herself back from j oining the dance/game, Sydnee would take her hand and ring her out to the field. could not e more roud of how our little girl has taken to heart the spirit of a team.
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Cosimo Fontana #77 and Nathan Gomes #23 are in hot pursuit of Niagara Falls Canukes' #11 Nigel Slade in the Corvairs 4-3 win Saturday night at the Haldimand Centre Arena. The Canukes came into the game with a 3-0 record and suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of the defending Sutherland Cup champion Corvairs. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE
New faces settling in with Pro-Fit Corvairs By Jim Windle
CALEDONIA – The Caledonia rofit Corvairs improved their early season record to 2-1 on Saturday night with a 4-3 win over the first place iagara Falls Canukes before a small hometown crowd at the Haldimand Centre Arena. It was the Canukes’ first loss in four games so far this season. Newcomer Tyler Lepore led the Caledonia offense with two goals starting ith his first period goal, scored at the three-minute mark assisted by Jacob Buch and Nathan Gomes. With 18 seconds remaining in the opening period, Todd Ratchford connected on a Caledonia powerplay to end the first minutes of play with the Corvairs leading 2-0. The Canukes were allowed back into the game early in the second with Justin Abraham serving penalty time from a head-check minor and 10 minute misconduct called late in the first period and Mark Johnson serving for delay of game. Colton Ansley took advantage with the Niagara Falls powerplay at 16 seconds of the middle frame. Penalties played a part again late in the
New Corvair Nathan Gomes comes with a Jr. A experience after playing for the Hamilton Jr. A Red Wings last season. The team is looking for his leadership and experience on the ice and in the dressing room, especially with their younger players. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE second when Nigel Slade evened the score at 2-2 at 18:17. Caledonia regrouped between periods and Jayme Forslund regained the lead at 1:51 from Matthew Hore and Connor Patton. Lepore scored his second of the night at 8:37, unassisted, to make it 4-2 but once again, the Corvairs found themselves in penalty trouble after Hore was stung by an unsportsmanlike conduct minor plus an abuse of fficials misconduct.
On the ensuing powerplay, Niagara gave itself a lift when Austin Wright brought the Canukes to within one goal with six minutes remaining. Kevin Entmaa held his ground in the Caledonia net as the Corvairs hung on to win it 4-3. The Corvairs are off until Thursday Sept. 25th when they will host the Fort Erie Meteors at 7:30 pm.
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CORRECTION: On last week’s front cover we misidentified two people. Receiving the Mann Cup from the Canadian Lacrosse League Commissioner are Colin Doyle (far left) Roger Vyse, Cody Jamieson, and captain Sid Smith. We apologize for the mistake and congratulate the Six Nations Pro-Fit Chiefs all the same.
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Southwest Cyclops come to Paris By Jim Windle
PARIS, ON – With league officials and municipal leaders on hand at the Syl Apps Arena, Tuesday morning, the Canadian Lacrosse League (aka CLax) and the Municipality of the County of Brant announced Paris to be the new home of the Southwest Cyclops for the upcoming 2015 CLax lacrosse season. Last season the league-owned Cyclops franchise shared floor space at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena with the Ohsweken Demons. The CLax executive is looking forward to building a winning tradition here in Brant and bringing an exciting brand of lacrosse to Paris. “The league is now entering its 4th season with a program to grow, learn and have fun with the kids,” says Newsome. Brant Ward #2 Councillor Don Cardy welcomed the Cyclops on behalf of Council. “It’s a great rela-
The Southwest Cyclops of the Canadian Lacrosse League are welcomed to their new home at the Syl Apps Arena in Paris ON, Tuesday morning. Celebrating the new union are: John Bishop - facility supervisor, County of Brant; Rob Diehl - Public Relations and Marketing Representative for CLax; Brant Ward #3 Councillor Murray Powell; Ward #2 Councillor Shirley Simons; Ward #2 Councillor Don Cardey; Chris Newsome - President of Jr. CLax; Jeff Dowling Executive VP CLax; Jesse Cracknell - Cyclops assistant coach; and Russell Press - Brant Tourism and community development. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE tionship that is being established here between CLax and the County of Brant,” he said. “As we all know, Brant is very great in sports whether it is hockey or now lacrosse. It’s a great opportunity. I remember when I was 12-13 playing lacrosse in North Dumfries as well as Six Nations. It’s going to be great for younger children to play lacrosse and identify with the sport and grow with it.”
To coincide with the celebration of the Cyclops’ new home, and its presence within the community, CLax announced that this year’s CLax Combine Tournament will be held at the Syl Apps Arena on November 29th. The Combine offers an opportunity for CLax prospects to show off their skills to the league general managers and coaches in hopes of being signed to a CLax contract.
Last year’s Combine attracted about 60 players. “The CLax Combine and Draft marks the of official kick off of the season,” says CLax Executive Vice-President and Director of Lacrosse Operations, Jeff Dowling. “We have a number of excellent players from all over Canada and the United States registered to participate, and all of the coaches are eager to see the new elite talent
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for 2015.” Deadline to register for the draft is Nov. 14th at midnight. Draft registration can be found on the league website. In 2010, the arena as outfitted ith an astroturf floor to accommodate indoor soccer and other indoor sports, and will be well equipped to handle the fastest growing sport in the world, lacrosse. CLax is a semi-professional league for men and boasts many former National Lacrosse League players as well as up and coming pros. The league is in its fourth season and includes the Barrie Blizzard, the Durham Turf Turfdogs, the Niagara Lockmonsters, the Ohsweken Demons, as well as the Southwest Cyclops, now playing in Paris. Many players from the OLA Major Series as well as Sr. B men’s players in the summer find their way onto CLax rosters for the winter season. Jeremy Talleva will be at the helm for the Cy-
clops this year as general manager and head coach, with Jesse Cracknell serving as assistant coach. “It’s great to have a new arena that we can call home for the upcoming season,” said Tallevi. “The ILA was a fantastic venue for us last year, but we’re looking forward to having a unique facility for the Cyclops, our fans and other positive community events.” The season kicks off in early January with the set schedule being released next week. “We will also be operating a Jr. CLax program out of the Syl Apps Arena,” says Jr. CLax President Chris Newsome. The Jr. CLax program, with U-9, U-12, Bantam, Midget and Prospect divisions has been designed to promote and develop young future lacrosse stars and runs from January to March Break. o register or find more information go to www.canadianlacrosse/ jrclax.com
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Hagersville Hawks split weekend games By Jim Windle
HAGERSVILLE - The Grimsby Peach Kings doubled up on the Hagersville Hawks in Jr. C hockey action at the Hagersville arena Saturday night to spoil the Hawks’ home opener before a good-sized early season crowd. The new 2014-2015 season opened on the right skate for Hagersville Friday night in Dunnvile with a 3-1 win over the Mudcats, to spoil their home opener. Friday night, the Hawks and Mudcats went scoreless in the first period before Mitch Green recorded the first goal of the new season at 1:27 of the second period assist assisted by Jonathan Pace and Cole Martin. Derek Friesen made it 2-0 at 16:53 from Brett Dykstra and Jacob Simon. The Mudcats notched their first goal of the year at 10:56 of the third period with the assist going to Matt Dolan, but Hagersville’s Dan Mederios put the game away at 15:20, from Kyle Phibbs and
Hagerville Hawks #16, John Monture, takes a shift in Saturday's 4-2 loss at the hands of the visiting Grimsby Peach Kings. The HagHawks are looking forward to another great season. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE
Green. Saturday night at home, the Hawks were on the bad side of a 4-2 score against the Grimsby Peach Kings. Andrew Brown made it 1-0 for the visitors at 1:24, but Hagersville’s Derek Friesen evened it up at 2:56 from Brett Dykstra and Dylan Spurr.
An outbreak of three Hawks penalties, including Brayden Hill for interference, Mitch Green for tripping, and Matt Rimac for unsportsmanlike conduct, all within seconds of each other, left the Hawks down two men for a full two minutes. Grimsby took full advantage of the windfall and Curtis Conrad delivered on a powerplay for the Kings at 12:48. The score was 3-1 for the Kings heading into the third period where the score held until 17:51 when Brayden Hill brought the Hawks one goal closer with the assists going to Mitch Green and Cole Martin. Hagersville pulled Matt Murphy from the net for an extra man but the move backfired ith Grimsby’s Curtis Jacques cashing into the empty net for the final. he a ks ill fly into Dundas to face the Blues on Thursday, Sept 25th before the Glanbrook Rangers visit Hagersville Saturday Sept. 27th for a 7:30 pm start.
Oneida Nation of the Thames Position: Director of Operations Salary: Negotiable Oneida Nation of the Thames is seeking an individual who will have several years experience in First Nations senior management and will be responsible for leading, managing, and developing successful operations of the organization. The position is responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of Oneida Nation of the Thames and will require a strong initiative, sound judgment, and excellent problemsolving and decision making skills. The Director of Operations will possess strong interpersonal skill to work effectively with program administrators and the Chief Executive Officer. The position will take the lead in completing operational audits and ensure compliance with government legislation and reporting requirements. The Director of Operations will also be responsible for follow up from the general public and Chief and Council of Oneida Nation of the Thames. Submit application to Oneida Nation of the Thames, Human Resource Department, 2212 Elm Avenue, Southwold, Ontario N0L 2G0, fax (519) 652-2930. Include three recent work related references, copy of applicable educational qualifications, Vulnerable Screening –CPIC(recent within1 year). Applications will be accepted until September 29, 2014, 4:30 p.m. For a full job description contact Human Resources (519) 652-3244.
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Permaculture theories parallel Onkwehon:we ways By Mari Reeve
SIX NATIONS – Arriving at the home of Kanenhariyo Seth Lefort for the first tonhetseheriyo workshop on indigenous permaculture, one can smell the corn soup cooking and feel the warmth coming from the kitchen. While the soup simmered, Kanenhariyo showed participants his various box gardens in the front of his home. Sights of rare blueberry popcorn growing, the tasting of Cherokee tomatoes, the rarity of family beans passed down over multiple human generations, and the beauty of edible flo ers made for an exciting tour. Most interesting were the three dead strawberry plants someone had given to him, having only one little green leaf left on one the plants, Kanenhariyo thought he would plant it anyway. Tiling the hard dry soil and infusing nutrients like entire corn cobs into the earth, a little bit of time, sunshine and love allowed those strawberries to flourish, as evidenced by the numerous strawberry leaves taking
over almost half of that box garden. After the tour of his garden, Kanenhariyo began the first meeting of the Atonhetseheriyo workshop series by opening with the Thanksgiving address in Kanien’kéha (Mohawk). As most of the participants did not speak Kanien’kéha, Kanenhariyo repeated the Thanksgiving address in English, asking if we agreed to recognize and give thanks to each vital part of creation. “The critical thing is that all these things we talk about are connected, and no matter what your background we have that in common. When I was
a kid and I would hear we are going to give the thanksgiving address or a prayer, after some time I realized it’s not just a prayer or an address, it’s a mechanism of governing, reminding people we have something in common. Its far more than just being thankful, though that is important. One of the original instructions given to the Onkwehon:we people here, was to continue giving thanks. All those things in creation can carry on without you. We have an indebted relationship with all of creation, not one where we are the master, but rather the nephew or niece.” After a brief history
lesson, the subject of discussion returned to the cycles of ecosystems and the Two Row Wampum. “As human beings we are traveling along this river of time, this river of life in our vessel, and we talk about our body as a vessel. All the other creatures of creation are traveling along with us. The way we are to live with creation is in parallel.” Kanenhariyo continues to say that most of us, as human beings, have not followed our original instructions. “You don’t see the bear wiping out the deer, or genetically altering species. The deer and the river and the trees have just as much of a right to life as we do.” The link between Permaculture and indigenous ways of thinking, became more apparent as Kanenhariyo continued the workshop. “Anthropologists, scientists, archeologists are realizing to the degree in which the indigenous population here was managing the land. This was not a wild place where there was a few people wandering around in the woods and
3202 on River Range Road 2. South side on 6th Line, west of Chiefswood Road near blue number 1593 3. North side on 6th Line, west of Chiefswood Road near blue number 1593 Porter explains, “We’ve been growing white corn consistently for a few years to help our community and the elected system has been kind enough to fund the projects, and we try to grow around 20-25 acres.” In speaking to the Two Row Times, Porter mused that, “We get a lot of good reports, people stop and compliment us on what we are doing. Sort of helps us to know that we are doing something good for the community. It takes a little bit of work, a little bit of time and land, but it’s good. We want to give back to the community, that’s the goal here.” Fellow member of the
SNFA, Ralph Sowden of the Mohawk Nation, adds that “We didn’t just start it a few years ago, us guys [SNFA] have been doing it for quite a few years. It’s been 10-15 years that AJ Farm’s has been doing it. And the Elected Council has just pitched in the last few years to help us to do the buying of the corn, the seeds. The seeds are expensive.” In exploring the reasons behind why this project was started and taken up by the SNFA, Ruby Jacobs, Mohawk Turtle clan, who is the SNFA’s Secretary and Treasurer explains, “A couple of years ago there was no white corn; a shortage that stimulated a concern across the community. The farmers felt it and wanted to do something.” Porter adds that “in one of our meetings it was discussed how we could start to put some-
thing back and we started farming white corn as a group in the Farmers Association. And it just kept going from there and we want to keep it going. We want to have corn available as long as we are farming. It’s a staple for our community and to give back in that way is great.” When asked about what are some of the challenges about getting the community white corn project off the ground, Porter shares, “Weather is the biggest part in growing anything on the farm… and we’ve had children ride through our crops, like ride though the corn. There’s been quite a bit of damage down there where they went through. It’s sort of picked up this year for some reason. We have worked with the police to get into the schools to tell the children, ‘Don’t ride in the fields ’
an absolute abundance of everything because there was so few people. There were 90 million indigenous people living here!” Kanenhariyo chuckles with an all-knowing grin as if he were about to reveal a secret that should be public knowledge. “Everything was being manipulated and worked with because we have a responsibility to assist everything to flourish. And in return we get a surplus, we get help back.” He went on to explain the reciprocal relationship. He spoke about how the deer offers their life to us, and how we must return that sacred offering the deer gives us. Kanenhariyo disclosed that his uncles warned him about sharing knowledge with white people, as they had experienced deceit and manipulation from the white man during their time. Though they pleaded that the white man steals everything, for the good of Mother Earth, Kanenhariyo concluded “they were wrong because if we don’t share knowledge about how to live here, our
earth will be wrecked. I understand where my uncles were coming from because they were being exploited, but we have no choice, we have to share and we have to teach.” fter the film e enjoyed corn soup and a mixed vegetable soup, while Kanenhariyo described the activities for next week. This Saturday, October 4th, participants are welcome to join the workshop at 1pm at 917 Sour Springs Rd. to learn about a raised bed gardening system, once commonly used by Kanyenkehaka people to reduce the need for irrigation. (Participants are asked to contribute $20 to help cover costs.) Kanenhariyo hopes that his 46-acre farm will become a giant hands-on experiment, and a learning institute for the Kanyen’kehà:ka Experiential Learning Centre. For more information check out http:// www.experientiallearningcentre.com or register for a course at http://trti. me/vRMWo.
For Porter, Sowden, and Jacobs, farming along with stewardship of the land and care for community has deep cultural and family roots. Porter emphasizes, “I think when you’re a farmer, an old school farmer I’d say, you want to help your neighbor, you want to make sure they have enough, if it’s white corn or extra potatoes you pass it on.” To that Sowden highlights, “I guess it’s just a community thing…There aren’t many people who want to help as its dollars that you see today, and there’s isn’t dollars at the end of the row I’ll tell ya. It’s got to be a community thing that’s about helping one another out.” Jacobs reflects, Because I came from a farm, I really understand the importance of that way of life in order to sustain your family, community, yourself and the way of life of the
Haudenosaunee people.” The SNFA, along with the community white corn project has plans of expanding their work and impacts in the community. Porter divulges, “We’ve been working on plans to get land to store our own grain, would be better than taking her off the territory, plus a cold storage facility. Somebody would raise eggs; raise chickens, so we would have our own chickens, either way. There’s no reason in the world why we shouldn’t have our own… we’ve got some plans in the works. It’s just going to take a little time to get it, but hopefully before Ralph and I hang up our pitchforks. We want to have something in place for the next generation to carry on.”
Farmers provide community with pick your own white corn By Nicole Oliver
If you drive down 6th line following the curves of the Grand River you will come across two of the three sites where the Six Nations Farmers Association (SNFA) has planted community white corn that is ready for harvest. According to SNFA head Arthur Porter of the Oneida Nation, “The field that’s do n on iver Range Road, is the one that was planted later, and it’s actually good right now for ceremony. It’s good if somebody’s going to make green corn”. The SNFA invite all Six Nations community members to visit any of the three growing sites and pick your own white corn that’s ready for harvest. The sites are located at: 1. West of blue number
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From the City to the Land: A COOK’S JOURNEY
Fall in Love with Brussels Sprouts By Joe Farrell Over the last few years, Brussels sprouts have been trending across food blogs and restaurant menus alike. Brassicas in general have been quite popular in mainstream food culture of recent and they include different types of kale, broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflo ers. Over the course of my culinary career I’ve been putting this tasty Brassica on people’s plates when the season calls for it. I’ve been trying to get people to like them as much as I do. I have some fond memories sharing my love for this frost hearty, late season vegetable with others. I won’t soon forget the time at the small Mirvish Village spot in the Annex where I ran the kitchen that a guest as surprised to find out he just ate Brussels sprouts and actually enjoyed them. He thanked me through the server for reintroducing them to him in a way he found palatable. They certainly were not the over-boiled mushy sprouts of his childhood. Another time I was visiting a beer hall in Brooklyn, NY and got into a conversation about food with a young Wall Street investment banker. She was wondering how to make brussels sprouts taste good, so I took a napkin and wrote a recipe on it for her. When I
checked in with her to see if it worked out, I was happy to find out it as a successful endeavor. The recipe I shared with her went something like this.
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D Brussels Sprouts cut in half D Thyme D Shallot (onion, pref preferably red is ok if you can’t find them D Unsalted Butter D Salt D Pepper D Parsley D Trim outer leaves of sprouts, set aside. Cut sprouts in half. Heat a deep pan on medium-high heat and put a generous amount of butter. You want the butter to foam, not burn. Put sprouts
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Cayuga story from page 6 nation” Clint Halftown: “I believe this is an internal Cayuga Nation matter, and it should only be handled by Cayuga Nation. I mean it is our fight internally so it should be us who resolve it.” Eva Bighorse: “In an ideal world, I’d like to see all Cayugas really focus and strengthen their good minds and have us all come together to talk about this. I would love to see the Cayuga Council of Chiefs come together – meaning all chiefs of all the clans from the nation come together. I would like to see them come to Seneca Falls. I would like to see them, like to meet them, I would like to meet all the Clan Mothers. I would appreciate their presence because their presence brings encouragement and it shows compassion to their brothers and sisters that are fighting to
protect the Cayuga homeland here. With the two confrontations and the two different takeovers particularly this one at the lakeside one gas station people have put their lives in jeopardy, that is how much it means to people out here. In an ideal situation my wish would be for the Cayuga nation of the Iroquois confederacy to start acting like a Cayuga nation and come together despite the [US/Canadian] border that is there. The families and clans are in crisis mode right now. Cayugas are in distress, and we are constantly calling out for help but it’s the differences that I think keeps people away because they don’t understand or they don’t know who to ask or how to ask to bring clarity. It is about the land and its really about future generations. If we truly exer-
cise self-governance as a traditional council under a traditional government I feel like the Cayugas have a great opportunity to make history here and really exercise the principles that stand within the great law of peace. e are finally coming together and trying to fight for a land base for the Cayuga nation after 500 years of genocidal policies both inflicted by the USA and Canadian governments. I think it would make a strong statement if Cayugas could just unite on this and come together and we have the opportunity to create a land base for Cayugas to come home to. Hopefully one day we might have enough people to support and to live supporting a longhouse on territory so that we can have those ceremonies done to keep our minds good and to keep our spirits strong.”
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Obituary
Jean ( Harris) W ilson It is with kindness and respect we announce that Jean (Harris) Ni Ka Ron Iah Wilson quietly returned to her Creator on Friday, September 19, 2014 with her family at her side. She is survived by her sister Phyllis Sandy (Brian Hill) of Six Nations, brother Joe Joseph of Simcoe, her children Larry (Rita) Harris of Florida, Jackie Labonte & Bill Russ, Marie Jones all of St. Catharines, Tony Styres of Six Nations, Audrey Styres & Vince Hill of Grand Island NY, Terry (Lori) Wilson of Georgia, Tim (Charlena) Styres of St. Catharines, Les Styres of Niagara Falls, ON, and Marty Wilson of St. Catharines. She is also survived by her many Grandchildren and Great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews and many who have adopted her as “Gramma Jean”. She is predeceased by parents Joe Harris and Mary (Silversmith) Joseph, sisters Beatrice Thomas, Marion Pardee, brothers Phillip, Wray, Elij ah & Philomen Harris. Predeceased, Orven Styres (son), Garfield (son), Bernie Wilson (husband). She enj oyed travelling to Six Nations to cheer on all Six Nations lacrosse teams and the occasional bingo. Visitation was Saturday, Sept. 20th 2-4pm only at Tallman Funeral Home in Vineland then rested at her niece’s Sharon Sandy at 10 Bicentennial Trail, Six Nations until 11am service and interment on Sunday, September 21st, 2014 at Seneca Longhouse, 5th Line, Six Nations. There are only two lasting bequests We can hope to give our children. One of these is roots; The other, wings.
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We the family of the late Seymour Silversmith wish to express our sincere Thank you to the many friends, neighbors and family members for their support during the recent loss of our father, grand-father/ greatgrandfather. The many monetary, food and flower donations, as well as support- has helped us through this difficult time. Thank you to Dad’s brothers’ and sisters’, nieces and nephews, Mina K., as well to Aunt Carol and Viola for being there the entire time. Thank you to Amanda for making his clothes on such short notice; to Sam for the moccasins; to his nephews who dressed him, to the Cooks; and to the Wake Singersyou truly are an admirable young group-thank you. Thank you to those who carried him to his final resting place and to those whom helped in many other ways. To SN Fire/Volunteer Dept., SN Police, SN and Haldimand County Ambulance Services as well as RHB Anderson Funeral Home”’ thank you for your professional care. Special thank you to SN Homemakers’ Group for your compassion and care. Prior to Dad leaving on his j ourney, he shared many stories, thoughts as well as memories. He recalled many happy times some of which he spent with his grandchildren; family members; neighbors and friends, as well former co-workers of Georgia Pacific As time goes by, remember him in a good way~ for he truly had a good life. W i t h m uch g r at i t ud e and r e sp e ct ~ t ake car e f r om Dw ayn e & C i nd y , K i m & G l e n, De na & F r ank; G r and chi l d r e n & G r e at - G r and chi l d r e n.
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Thank You The Six Nations Health Foundation would like to thank all the people who purchased a ticket for the Lawnmower Draw. A special thank you to sponsors who contributed monetary donations: Searles Chevrolet, Valerie Green, Jo Ann Martin and Lois Porter. Much thanks to W. J. Heaslip Ltd, supplier of John Deere D140 Lawnmower. First Prize winner was Darlene Boudreau who won Lawnmower. Second Prize winner was Carmen Turkey $500.00. Third Prize winner was Carrie Hill Big Six $250.00. Nahweh to all the executive and directors for helping towards the success of the Fundraising Breakfast and the Lawnmower Draw 2014. Proceeds to Six Nations Health Foundation. Bonnie Davis
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Chief swood Christian Fellowship L adies Conf erence- October 20 1 4 This special event will take place at the Chiefswood Christian Fellowship, 506 Fourth Line, Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario, Canada on October 17-19, 2014. Guest Speakers
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Sponsored by Christ Anglican Church. Held at Social Services Gym, 15 Sunrise Court, Ohsweken on Friday, September 26, 4-7 pm. Adults - $10.00, Children (6-12) - $5.00. Eat in or Take out available.
Nia:weh and Wela’lin to our family and friends from Six Nations and Eskasoni who attended the “Jacob’s Voice� Fundraiser and helped make it a huge success! Thank you to all our Sponsors and Auction donors. We are sincerely grateful for your generous support to help make Jacob’s life a little easier. We are truly blessed. Much love, Kim, Andy & Jacob
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I would like to give a big thank you to all who came out and supported the Karaoke and Spaghetti Dinner for me. Was a lot of fun listening to all the singers. I would also like to thank the best work family anyone could have. With them I’m able to concentrate on getting better. Thank you to Di, Elaine, Rhonda, Andy, Alsea, Peg Koolkidz, Chiefswood Gas Byogi. You will never know how greatly appreciated you are. Thank You So Much Ducks
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, though you are usually up for a conversation with someone you don’t know, this week you could be in a more conservative mood. You’ll have future chances to chat. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You have been on a shopping binge of late, Taurus. If you have unlimited funds, this would not be so problematic. But finances are tight, and you should be more cautious. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you are often an entertaining and fun person to have around. This is probably why you get so many invitations to parties and other social occasions. Enjoy your fanfare.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Surround yourself with children this week, Cancer. They’ll provide the unedited, honest information you desire right now. It can certainly be eye-opening. 6. Herman character 7. Tolstoy’s Karenina 8. Attached by a rope 9. Like a star 10. Expert 11. Narrow ridges (Swedish) 12. Street name for heroin 13. ‘__ death do us part 21. Annona diversifolia 22. Not good 25. Intelligent 26. Chilean superfruit 27. Saying 30. Shinto temple gateway 31. Toward the stern 32. Broadway awards 34. Fabric for 59 across 35. Possessed
Answers for Sept. 24, 2014 Crossword Puzzle
36. Varnish ingredient 38. Abandoned 39. Expensive fur 41. Lathe spindle 42. A woman poet 44. Japanese apricot 45. Large Old World boas 47. Russian barley brew 49. Swift Malayan sailboat 50. Biu-Mandara 51. From a distance 52. Cubage unit 53. Messenger ribonucleic acid 54. Gaming stake 55. A small alcove 56. One’s mother (Brit.)
SUDOKU
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Spend some quality time with a romantic partner this week, Leo. He or she can provide more of what you need, such as true affection and companionship, than what’s offered by friends. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you deserve credit at the office. If you’re patient, some measure of recognition will come your way this week. It’s a start to getting what you need.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Few people will accuse you of being uncommunicative, Libra. In fact, you’re usually downright chatty. It’s one of the traits people will admire most in you this week.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, a new person comes into your life and your attraction to this person catches you off guard. It’s okay to flirt, but if you’re already attached to someone, leave it at that. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you’re often the one to take the lead in conversations in your group of friends, but this week someone else takes the lead. You’re content to sit back and simply listen.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, once you have gained enough confidence in a special interest, you may be able to turn it into a career instead of just a hobby. Keep working toward that goal. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 It’s time to tie up some loose ends, Aquarius. Rustle up some energy to take care of all those little things that need to be wrapped up. You’ll feel a weight lift afterward.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, increase your level of activity this week. Exercise can do you a world of good, especially if you’ve felt sluggish of late.
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