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Elected Council updates By Nahnda Garlow OHSWEKEN – Six Nations Elected Council met on Tuesday, January 23 and had the following resolutions: Donation to Health Services Health Foundation presented Six Nations Health Services with $10,000 donation toward the purchase of new materials for Health Services staff training. Brody Thomas, acting supervisor of the New Directions Group made the presentation at Six Na-tions Elected Council’s general council meeting on Tuesday evening. The donation will be used by Six Nations Health Services to purchase a training mannequin used by paramedics and other healthcare workers in the community for IV training and building on other mannequin training components already available on Six Nations with the Birthing Centre. Altogether Thomas says that the Six Nations

Brody Thomas presents a $10,000 donation to Six Nations Health Services Director Lori Davis Hill. The funds will be used to purchase IV training equipment for Health Services. PHOTO BY NAHNDA GARLOW

Health Foundation has raised and donated more than $170,000 towards Six Nations Health Services through fundraising at various events. Memorial Park SNEC approved a request from the family of the late councillor Robert E. Johnson to name the playground on Fourth Line the Robert E. Johnson memorial park. Council approved the request

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unanimously and will be getting a plaque in honour of Johnson for the park. Breast Cancer Foundation As a charitable support SNEC will purchase 10 tickets for the Canadian Breast Cancer Founda-tion benefit show “A Tribute to ABBA” this coming may. Council opted to donate the purchased tickets to the Miles to Go Cancer Support Group. Global Warming Education Environment Canada will be making a $22,000 investment towards a project for the Six Nations Wildlife office to raise awareness about water quality in the Lake Erie watershed. The funding will be used as part of a public awareness campaign to educate people on global warming and conserving natural history of the watershed area. Electric Bus pilot project Ontario’s Secretary of the Cabinet and the Premier’s Deputy Minister

Steve Orsini proposed to SNEC to be part of a pilot project that would test electric buses for public transportation. The project would place automated buses for test runs in the community. SNEC was invited to consider being part of the project. Several councillors raised questions about liabilities and the safety of the vehicles in the community. Elected Chief Ava Hill said she did not have specifics on the details of the vehicles but said they would be man-driven to start and would only travel at a speed of 25 km per hour. Hill said that the invitation was to see if the community would be interested in the project. Prelim-inary details are few but SNEC tentatively agreed to work with the province on the possibility of being involved in the pilot project — and is seeking a further presentation about the project from the ministry.

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Weekly shuttle for Maplehurst jail visits BRANTFORD — Brantford’s jail has officially closed and its inmates transferred to other correctional facilities in the province. Most of the jail’s 60 inmates were taken to Maplehurst Correctional Complex in Milton. Ontario is providing free shuttle services from Brantford and Ohsweken for families to visit inmates at Maplehurst.

It will run three days a week — on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting at 11am from Iroquois Plaza in Ohsweken and then to the Brantford Bus Terminal at 11:45am. Plans for the Brantford jail to close have been in the works since the mid 1990’s. Provincial officials say the facility was not safe for inmates or officers.

OHSWEKEN— Six Nations Elected Council is seeking feedback from the community to develop new Summer Camp programs. Band members are invited to fill out a survey detailing what kinds of camps they would like to see in the community for the coming years. In an email from SNEC Communications Officer Victoria Racette says SNEC wants to design plans for summer camps

on Six Nations that reflect the wants and needs of the community. The survey can be completed online. Some of the options for camps listed include Traditional ceremonies, language, traditional dance, arts and drama and sports. Anyone who wishes to participate in the survey can do so by heading online to https://www. sur vey mon key.com/r/ SNSummerCamps.

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Women's marches showcase largest demonstration in U.S. history By Chezney Martin

The Women’s marches held on Saturday, January 20, are estimated to have accumulated an attendance of 4.2 million people in demonstrations held throughout 600 U.S. cities. Meanwhile, 200 international Women's Marches were estimated to have seen over 300,000 people. The events ranged from small get-togethers and gatherings in tiny town squares to waves of people clogging the streets of Washington, and L.A.. One of the themes within the larger cities was found to be the demand for President Donald Trump and his

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Province seeking public input on cannabis lounges TORONTO — Ontario is considering allowing licensed cannabis consumption lounges in the province once recreational marijuana is legalized this summer, and is asking the public to weigh in on the idea. The proposal is being met with optimism by some cannabis activists and municipal politicians who say the provincial government's approach on where legal weed can be consumed has been too restrictive so far. Under rules outlined in the fall, the province intends to sell marijuana

in up to 150 stores run by the Liquor Control Board of Ontario to people 19 and older, with a ban on pot's consumption in public spaces or workplaces. On Thursday, the province issued a request for public feedback on a slew of regulatory changes proposed to clarify where recreational and medical cannabis can be consumed. Among them is the possibility of permitting ``licensed and regulated cannabis consumption lounges and venues'' sometime after legalization in July.

Hamilton area man charged with murder HAMILTON — Police say a Hamilton woman whose body was found in the trunk of her car on Wednesday was stabbed to death. Holly Hamilton was reported missing by her family on Monday. Police said her disappearance was out of character and there was reason to be concerned for her safety.

The 29-year-old woman's ex-boyfriend was charged with second-degree murder on Thursday. Investigators say 30-year-old Justin Dumphrey was arrested in a Hamilton courthouse on Wednesday while he was there for another matter. They allege there was a history of domestic violence in the relationship.

es including the #MeToo movement, the Time's Up initiative, Black Lives Matter, and abortion rights. But at the centre stage of the Seattle Women's March was the plight of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women (MMIW). As tens of thousands of supporters filled the march from Pine Street on Capitol Hill to the Seattle Center, the march was delayed in the beginning and near Pacific Place to ensure that indigenous women would take the lead. Clad in red and decorated in regalia with traditional items in hand, a crowd of native women led the march to bring awareness to MMIW — which has been a vastly overlooked subject until the Truth and Reconcilliation Commission and its Call to Action. Feanette Black Bear lead the twomile stretch at the front line. “I came here in solidarity with all of the indigenous missing and murdered women here on Turtle Island,” said Black

Bear in an interview with Crosscut. “It’s been going on for over 500 years now, and we need to put a stop to it — somewhere, somehow.” As last year's march was estimated to have had 120,000 supporters, Black Bear hoped to let the “public be aware” through their plight in the march. But many marches were met with pro-Trump protesters causing tensions to rise, while even pro-Trump supporters publicly questioned the motives of the marches. On Tuesday morning on the latest edition of “Fox and Friends”, Trump TV host and daughter-in-law Lara Trump explained that she was “disappointed” that the Women's Marches weren't solely about women. “It was more of a hateful, anti-Trump protest, which I think is really sad because this president has done so much for women,” said Trump. “These women out there are so anti-Trump, and I don’t even think they know why. They just think that’s the thing to do.” With the opening of all of the initiatives for the empowerment of women during the marches and the knowledge of President Trump's behaviour and thoughts towards women, it is impossible to think that the Women’s March supporters don't know why they are anti-Trump. Photos by Matt M. McKnight

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SNP and WU to offer new masters in July on Six Nations By TRT staff OHSWEKEN – Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) will strengthen its existing partnership with Western University to offer a Master of Professional Education (MPEd) starting this July. This course-based MPEd prepares students for a range of leadership roles in schools, education systems, colleges, adult learning settings and related agencies. “Education is an important sector here in Six Nations,” said Rebecca Jamieson, president of SNP. “We have so many amazing educators who work hard to help our community. Our hope in offering this Master’s degree is to give our educators the opportunity to continue working while they pursue their degree right here at home and one of the things that makes this program so unique is its focus on Indigenous education.”

Students in the program will study contemporary and historical issues in Indigenous education and identify strategies for success. In addition to a thorough grounding in the theories and practices of leadership, graduates of the program will have a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous knowledge and pedagogy and the historical and contemporary conditions of Indigenous education in Canada. “Over the last decade, the Faculty of Education has collaborated with several Indigenous communities throughout southwestern Ontario to offer this program,” said Brent Debassige, director of education and the aboriginal educational leadership MPEd program co-ordinator in the Faculty of Education at Western University. “This partnership between Western’s Faculty of Education and

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Men’s Fire wants answers of council By Jim Windle

OHSWEKEN — Members of the Men’s Fire, Bill Monture and Wilf Davie brought a long list of laundry to the Committee as a Whole meeting at the Band Council Administrative office Monday morning, for the Elected Councillors and Chief Ava Hill to answer. First on their agenda were questions about the multi-million dollar Brantford Casino deal which SNEC says will create additional millions of dollars in income for the community for infrastructure and other projects that will benefit the entire community. But according to Monture and Davie, they are not happy with the deal they say the entire community should have been part of the negotiations, or at least, the deal being brought to the community before signing. Hill explained that there were a number of community meetings, and social media posts that sought input and gave explanation of the deal, which were poorly attended. “What else can we do,” said Hill. “We can’t drag

people out to information meetings.” Monture suggested a door-to-door campaign to get the input if people don’t want to come out for a meeting on important issues. Cost, was one of the pushbacks from council, which Monture suggested a solution in hiring some people in need of employment to go to every door. Band Council’s investment into Ontario Hydro was also questioned by Monture and Davie. Once again, councillors were faced with the same dilemma of how to seek input or offer explanations when most of the community do not bother to attend. “Hard drug dealers are not being bothered by Six Nations police who are are shutting down cannabis dispensaries on reserve,” points out Monture. “Why is that?” Other rumours and concerns on the street were also brought up, accusing Council of not directing money in a safe and transparent way. One specific point Monture made with council is that he still has no water service where he lived on

south Chiefswood Road. Hill responded by explaining that the water piping was one of the top priorities the Casino money will be used for to service more of the community and especially the schools. Monture was not happy with the visit saying, “they can say or promise all they want, we’ll see if it actually happens. We brought all this up years ago and it’s still not done.” Chief Hill defended Band Council’s stance that the money generated by the Casino deal will be of great benefit to the entire community in being able to address these chronic issues at Six Nations. Monture also felt that SNEC could have negotiated a better deal on several announced deals made with energy companies, feeling what was negotiated for was far too little. Elected Council said they are working on suggestions of how the windfall will be spent and intends to hold meetings for the community in the near future where suggested destinations for some of the Casino money should go can be recorded and considered.

Razor tickets go on sale By Jim Windle

BRANTFORD – Ringside tables and single tickets are now on sale for the professional debut fight of Six Nations’ Karl “the Razor” Hess at the Hershey Centre in Mississauga, coming up March 17th. Hess has been developing his boxing skills and his fan base for years in preparation for the fight and it’s time to make the step, according to Hess and his coach Jackie Armour of Black-Eye-Boxing Club in Brantford. The Six Nations right hander is keeping a pretty busy schedule after being signed by United Boxing Promotions on a professional contract

that will put him in front of a lot of boxing insiders, promotors and matchmakers. It is Armour’s hope to have as many Six Nations and other Onkwehonwe and Anishinabe boxing fans out to support Hess as he begins this new phase of his career. “I hope to see a lot of my Six Nations friends come out,” says Hess. For ticket information call Jackie Armour at 519-732-7267 and he will put together a package for you for ringside tables of 10, or single ringside seats, as well as stands seating. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster under the promo code “Hess”.

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If you haven’t — proceed with extreme caution. Earlier this week I drove into Caledonia from Six Nations to grab some lunch and was not ready for what I saw. Now I’d seen some murmurings on social media about potholes being particularly bad this year on Highway 6 but I truly didn’t know that they were going to be *that* bad. The drive from the TRT headquarters on Fourth Line in Ohsweken to Caledonia is 5.8 km according to Google Maps. According to my best guesstimate there are approximately 9,234,301 potholes on the way. Okay so that’s an exaggeration. But it’s bad. Let’s say about 40 potholes per km. That sounds better. And they aren’t small little bumps either. If one needed a written description of the potholes you could say the largest ones are one metre across and several inches deep. Some of the ones I hit were so deep my entire car shook from the impact.

What was really frightening was that in order to keep up with the flow of traffic and avoid damage to my car I was swerving at the last second all too often veering towards oncoming cars. One huge pothole caused me to veer right as an approaching 18-wheeler was coming in the opposite direction. What if we both veered to the middle at the same time? An immediate solution needs to happen. The Sachem wrote in an editorial earlier this week that fixing Highway 6 falls under the jurisdiction of the province of Ontario. Specifically, these fellows: Haldimand-Norfolk MPP Toby Barrett and Kathryn McGarry, Minister of Transportation. According to Ontario’s Municipal Act the minimum maintenance standards for municipal highways lays out a timeline for these kinds of things. Going by the class of highway the act lays out a timeline of four to seven days that the province has to respond

to potholes of the current magnitude. Signs warning drivers about the roads conditions were posted last week. But that is not enough. It’s frustrating that the provincial government sets standards for us to follow and expects that we comply, but is simply OK with following through on their end whenever its convenient. It’s also dangerous. The high amount of traffic that flows between Caledonia and Hagersville is going fast. And it’s not just cars at risk of dented rims. We’re talking children on school buses passing transport vehicles. Moms with small babies in the backseat travelling this stretch of road every day. Not to mention the emergency service vehicles that need access to a safe road en route to a call. Ontario needs to respond to this for the safety of all travellers in the area before something avoidable and dangerous happens.

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By Quin Staats The other day, on a perfectly typical day, I found myself in an all too familiar situation. It wasn’t the first time, but I am confident to say it was the last time I’d find myself there. It had been an insane week, busy excitement and nerves, and my head was spinning in circles. It was caught in a tangled web of thoughts and excitement — courtesy of a recent, HUGE, life changing experience. Have you ever gone through a major change, and found yourself consumed in wondering and imagining every possible outcome and scenario? The ‘what-ifs’ and ‘or maybes’ are a bottomless pit of imagination. It’s an excited, nervous and anxious anticipation that can swallow you whole. I was in this very situation. I found myself so caught up in my own head that by the time I snapped out of it, I realized I’d been stuck there for

Up Words days. It had been days since I had listened to anything other than my own thoughts and questions, days trapped in my own- on my own. After realizing this self-inflicted entrapment I had shackled myself to, I resorted to an old tactic; tried, tested and true. I closed my eyes. I quieted my mind. I cleared my thoughts so I could just be. Upon opening my eyes after a period of complete silence, my gaze sat in front of a window looking at the most beautiful, bright blue January sky; it was warm and sun kissed, without a single cloud in sight. And that is when a thought crossed my mind...but it was more like a voice inside of my head. With my mind as clear as the sky before my eyes, I was able to hear that it was speaking to me. The longer I listened, I realized that it had been speaking to me all along. It sent messages in the wind and stars. It greeted me every morning with a beautiful sunrise, and tucked me in

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goodnight every day with a warm sunset and blanket of constellations. All I had to do was escape from the inward, focus on the outward, and simply listen. However, in this very precise moment it had a specific message which it communicated loud and clear. To obsess on the mysteries of the future is to enslave yourself to yourself. We must enjoy the happenings of the moment we are in, and to listen to the energies and spirits that are all around us. They will speak to you, and they will guide you. Instead of asking or wondering, just listen. The more we listen, the easier it becomes to understand. Don’t analyze — just listen! Learn what is being taught to you in the very moment. Instead of shrinking inward we must think outward, and upwards. What is the sky saying to you? Talk with it, the conversations are limitless, like you’d never have to talk about the weather! Wait...

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Mu WÎyan Î’uch: Thunder Woman speaks Education is a collective right for the Original people By Rachel A. Snow

The dizzying calendar speed and final celebration of colonial holidays rushed the Assembly of First Nations to pass a resolution at their 2017 December meeting that will compromise the inherent and Treaty Right to education for the First Peoples. Education in mainstream has prepared our people. It has armed our people to think as strategists and more importantly, it has taught us to anticipate and question the policies or workers of the oppressor state. For some of the original people, this mainstream education is a piece of paper, a tool similar to the horse that our people can take and then use for the betterment of the whole. Unfortunately, while we still retain our visionary, communal thinkers, we also retain our petty, small-minded individuals as well. In our histories, when the original people were carted into 1/50th of their original land bases, Indian Agents began to unravel the governance and organizational system in place. Governance was specific for each First Nation and; the roles and responsibilities that had carried the people through the centuries were understood by all members of the nation.

With the coming of the settlers, the imposition of the Indian Act and the policies for the First peoples placed with unschooled Indian Agents, division and upheaval quickly took root. The policies of the Indian Act that restricted movement, trade, selling of harvested materials, hiring legal assistance, going to school past grade nine, or starting a business were all to strip the original people of their pride, resilience and autonomy. The policies quickly including punishments if children were not taken to residential schools which had their own mechanisms of assimilation, torture or despair. Throughout all of this directed action, Canada has been either a willing partner or the conductor of the orchestral movements. Canada, has seen fit to interfere in hereditary governance structures and to bring ideas of individual greed, glory and ego to our peoples quashing our communal sharing, humility and spiritual thinking. In turn, this deliberate attempt to break the original societal values has resulted in a checkerboard of First Nations with some nations more colonized that others. The colonized First Na-

tions will not say they are colonized but are more likely to say they are “willing to compromise”. How willing were our ancestors to die by genocidal processes, whether by smallpox or tortuous residential school experiments, so that we can now say we owe them no debt? We owe our ancestors nothing for the horrors that Canada has put upon them. Instead, we are adopting what these oppressors think and we are forgetting that the ways on this island have come about with the death of our people, our languages, and our worldview. It was not my father, or my grandfather’s plan to see our forests cut down, to see the skies filled with toxic gases or the waters kill the fish and life within the rivers. This was not the plan that the Creator laid down for all original people. The original people were gifted with distinct obligations; to steward and protect this land and the waters for all Creation. Why have we walked away from these teachings? That is our indigenous education system. It is the memory of our ancestors that flows through each of us, pushing us forward to stay respectful, to remember the original instructions and to pass this

information on. It is this ongoing teaching that we must protect and share for future generations. Now currently, the clash of these systems is resurfacing. Indian Affairs, the offices of the Federal Government, and the Courts each play a role in controlling the lives of the first people in this country. The government cuts funding. DIAND administers these cut funds. The Indians complain and it goes to court where justice is complicit in bringing harm to the original people. This is the kind of analysis and understanding that must be taught not only to our own people, but also to Canadians in general. With processes such as the RCAP, Penner Report, TRC recommendations, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People - we have countless aspirational documents, points, directives and proposed policies. What the original people do not have is the buy in from the non-Indigenous on maintaining who we are as a people. Currently, there are attempts to “indigenize schools” programs and curriculum. This is whitewash for “indigenize the colonial version” with some neutral language and a few token indige-

nous instructors. This weak approach will be called reconciliation. At the same time, the Assembly of First Nations has forgotten their purpose. The AFN is a lobby organization. It is not representative of any one nation or of over six hundred nations. Why? The approach of Canada continues to treat all the original people as one little, two little, three little Indians, when in fact the original people of this land are linguistically distinct, geographically separate and have their own spiritual teachings. The sad fact is that the Assembly of First Nation is wearing the required stand around the fort outfit that Trudeau the younger has given them. Why are our “leaders” willing to be jesters in Trudeau’s court? Is it because they have forgotten that Trudeau only has this court because of the original people’s agreements? That is a long fall from leaders, ambassadors, medicine people, healers, educators, and spiritual people to buffoons or clowns. The resolution passed by the AFN December 2017 assembly had 13 pages of “transforming” the education relationship between DIAND and the First Peoples. Measuring attendance and gradu-

ation rates (provincial benchmarks) has shown that our First Nation students are not graduating. It has nothing to do with mold-infested schools, racist curriculum or no continuity of teaching staff. Giving all First Nations “the promise” to unlock funds to equalize tuition payments for students will solve infrastructure, second level concerns and certification issues (OH! Those are not being discussed). At the December meeting, AFN states that they managed to get a quorum and a resolution to support sending these 13 pages (now 53?) as a memorandum to cabinet to finally, finally address the First Nation funding shortfalls. What AFN continues to address is the surface of problems that Canada the colonizer allows them to address. Any real funding or control issues must contain government “oversight” which is code for paternalism. From AFN’s botched process of allowing proxies to speak for communal rights to Trudeau’s attempt to put in White Paper 2018, it is clear that no one is understanding that the Treaty or Inherent right to education is a communal right and as such all the people must be involved in any decision making.

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January 24th, 2018

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Confederacy minutes from the year 1805 By Jim Windle with files

SIX NATIONS – When trying to understand the relationship between Six Nations and the Crown, as it was interpreted and understood by the Six Nations Chiefs Council, one must go back to that time. Fortunately, there are more records of the Five, and Six Nations on files in archives in Ottawa and in Six Nation’ archives than any other tribe in North America. With these written records, we can go back in time to understand the intent behind these agreements and discussions leading up to and resulting from the issue at hand, at that time. The following are extracts from the Minutes from Annual Confederacy Meeting of May 4th, 1805. One point of discussion was in response to five condoled Chiefs of

the Mohawk Nation being deposed by Chiefs from some of the another of the Six Nations. This is of particular interest in light of the attempted “dehorning” (removal) of Cayuga Chief Sam General, essentially, for standing against the Haudenosaunee Development Institute and demanding transparency.

Minutes: May 4th, 1805. Henry Tekarahgen, principal chief and First Sachem of the Mohawk Nation speaks: Brothers: In consequence of some late extraordinary transactions at the pretended Council at Buffalo Creek, and afterwards at Niagara, we think it necessary to inform the public of their sentiments in regard to these affairs, in order to do this, it will be necessary to mention some things that have hap-

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Entitled ``Going to Albany to Sell Wampum for 500 in 1898``, this photo depicts the style of clothing worn by the Haudenosaunee nearly 100 years after the violent upheaval of the American revolt against Britain. pened many years ago. the benefits of agriculture however was sufficient to (He goes on to explain and the advantage of hav- satisfy the malcontents, reason for the Haldimand ing good roads to which like the Jacobins of France Deed of 1784 and, impor- his Excellency readily as- they panted for nothing tantly, what the Chiefs sented and there are now less than a total change in themselves understood it a sufficient number set- the whole order of things, to be.) tled for thee purposes. and abolition of all the Brothers: In the year Brothers: After sever- customs and institutions 1776, Sir Guy Carlton on al years residence on the of their ancestors, and of His Majesty’s Generals Grand River we consid- to accomplish this, it was and then Commander in ered it to be for the inter- necessary in some way Chief of that Provence of est of the people that part of other to sacrifice our Quebec promised the In- of our lands should be much esteemed Brother dians in general that any sold and the process put and Principal Chief Caploss they might sustain by to interest, we accord- tain Brant and the other the war, which had new ingly with the consent Chiefs who adhered to commenced should be and approbation of the him and his Council. fully and amply compen- Chiefs self-part of the said Defeated however in sated; … confiding in His lands and received some this malicious scheme in Excellence promise. The of the interest which was a council of the nations Mohawks exerted them- applied to sundry public who are the only compeselves to the utmost of use for the benefit of our tent Judges of their Chiefs their abilities, they were people. who know and acknowlalso instrumental in con(Denies rapidly spread- edge his great merit and firming others of the Six ing rumours of Brant em- usefulness to the Nation Nations in their attach- bezzling money for his own who had often witnessed ment to the King and their enrichment.) and admired his valour conduct during the war is Brothers: Conscious in the field and his wisstill fresh in our memory. that in all our transac- dom in the Council, they Brothers: The promise tions we had adhered repaired to Buffalo Creek of Sir Guy Carlton was to the strictest Rules of within the limits of the confirmed by his succes- Justice, we, for a long United States and held a sor General Haldimand time disregarded these council with the Senecas and at the peace a Deed unfounded aspersions, and others. was executed by him for when we found howevWhat was transacted lands on the Mohawk and er, that our very silence at that strange self-creSusquehanna Rivers, and was construed into guilt ated council it is imposat their request extended and the evil spread wider sible for us to say, but as to such others of the Six and wider, we convened a the leaders don’t tell us Nations as wished to set- Council of all the Sachems of anything, we conclude tle there. at the Mohawk Village, they found their powers Brothers: At the time in June of 1804, at which too weak and adequate to we obtained the grant the Commandant of Fort the task they had underfrom His Excellency Gen- George and the Deputy taken, and yet discoureral Haldimand, we rep- Superintendent General aged, they repaired with resented to him the ad- assisted. all speed to the King’s vantage it would be to us At this Council, all the Council Fire at Niagara to to have a few white fam- acts of our Chiefs were regulate our affairs and ilies settle among us in approved and to be bur- make Chiefs of our Naorder to show our people ied in oblivion. Nothing tions.

Articles of impeachment were there drawn up without citing us to appear at their tribunal, and without even the form or ceremony of a Treat, we were deposed and five new chiefs with the title as Warrior Chiefs appointed in our stead. Permit us to ask what right the Senecas have to intermediate in our affairs, let us ask these august Legislators from whence they deserved the right of pulling down and raising up Chiefs at their pleasure. Is it from our customs or the customs of our Ancestors. Can any Chief or Sachem be made except by the Chiefs and Sachems of his Nation and at their council fire, and is not merit the only ladder by which they attain to that honour and distinction and can these Warrior Chiefs claim any for themselves. Brothers: … we hope the eyes of our people may be opened and that they may see the evil consequences of discord and disunion and to distinguish their real from pretends friends; … such proceedings as we have now stated appear like the act of a mob who imagine that numbers authorize them to trample upon honour and justice: If any of our proceedings are wrong or that we have acted against the interests of the King, our Father, we earnestly request that we may be informed of it, that if in our power it may be rectified. Brothers: As the proceedings in the late Council at Niagara appear to be levelled chiefly against Captain Brant, permit me in a few words to state some of his services … (goes on to list many accomplishments made under Brant’s leadership, noting that many trips taken on behalf of the Grand River Mohawks and such others, he paid for out of his own pocket). We therefore Brothers, confirm the rank that Captain Brant has heretofore held amongst us and to which we will adhere as long as we live.

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Five lessons that changed Misappropriation cries over expensive shaman retreat my perspective on cannabis By Bethany Rae You are not alone if you’ve spent most of your adult life believing that cannabis is bad for you. I used to think cannabis was unhealthy, but it turns out it was my lack of knowledge and education that was unhealthy. We have a lot to catch up on, as cannabis research and science education was restricted for the greater part of the 20th century. It’s time to take on the knowledge we need to be informed, and, if we choose, safe and educated consumers. Cannabis was a healthy addition to my life once I took the time to understand the following lessons. 1. Cannabinoids: How cannabis interacts in the human body Did you know your body makes its own version of cannabis? Canna-

binoids are the complex active compounds in cannabis that mimic naturally occurring compounds produced by your body, in your endocannabinoid system (ECS). We didn’t learn about the ECS in school because it wasn’t discovered until 1992 when researchers were looking at how THC interacts with the human body. There are many different cannabinoids found in cannabis, up to 100 by some reports, with the most famous being THC and CBD. These active compounds bind to the receptorsites throughout our ECS in the brain and body, affecting mood and feeling. Recent research has suggested that if your body is not performing optimally, it may be because of a lack of naturally-produced cannabinoids in your endocannabinoid system,

resulting in cannabinoid deficiency. Careful consumption of cannabis could help maintain optimal health and body function, also known as homeostasis. There is the chance that you might get too much of a good thing, so it’s important to take your time to know your cannabis 101 and talk to a cannabis educated doctor.

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ANCHORAGE — An Alaska Native group spoke out Friday against a shamanism retreat, saying the event commercializes and exploits the spiritual healing practices of indigenous people. The Juneau-based Sealaska Heritage Institute

voiced its opposition to the pricey June retreat in a letter emailed Friday to the event sponsor, Dance of the Deer Foundation. . In the short letter, Heritage Institute president Rosita Worl calls the event ``a violation of a most sacred tradition

of Native peoples.'' She asked that the foundation not come to the area that's considered the ancient homeland of a Tlingit group. Worl said the event appears to be another form of cultural appropriation.

US hates NAFTA’s PM visit indigenous inclusion OTTAWA — The sixth round of talks in the North American Free Trade Agreement renegotiation unfold in Canada over the coming week. Officials say the ten days of negotioation are expected to be filled with the Trump administration reiterating it is not happy with Canada's contributions to date. Multiple sources say Canada filed a sweeping complaint about U.S. trade practices at the

World Trade Organization. Canada is also pursuing a progressive trade agenda that includes consideration for indigenous people and labour workers. US officials say the Trump administration does not like Canada pushing to entrench Indigenous, gender and workers' rights issues in the pact —because they feel Canada is dictating social policy to the U.S.

PIKANGIKUM — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said during a visit to the remote northern reserve that Ottawa is serious about working with the community to improve its housing. He said more and better housing in Indigenous communities is one of his government's priorities. Earlier in the day, Pikangikum Chief Dean Owen said the backlog of homes needing to be built on the reserve is almost twice as much as it was when he became chief.

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BRANTFORD – On Monday January 21, shortly before 10:00 a.m. a male was observed striking a business window causing it to crack. Community Patrol Officers attended and arrested the man without incident for mischief. The accused, a 46-year-old Brantford man is charged with Mischief under $5,000 and Breach of Probation X3. The accused was released on a future court date.

Suspicious Person on Stanley Street BRANTFORD – On Tuesday January 23, at around 12:30 a.m., community patrol officers on routine patrol observed a man with a bicycle near the garbage collection area at a town house complex. Officers approached the area to investigate. The man was currently bound by probation order not to be out of his residence between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. The accused

was arrested without incident and also found to be in possession of .2 grams of crystal methamphetamine. The accused, a 33-year-old Brantford man is charged with Breach of Probation X2, Breach of Undertaking and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing. Residential Break and Enter

On Monday January 22, a break and entry was discovered at a home on Mintern Avenue. Sometime overnight unknown person(s) kicked in a door. Contents were rummaged through. No items were reported stolen at the time of the report. Break and Enter on Gilkison

BRANTFORD – On Monday January 22, at around 12:30 p.m., a home was broken into on Gilkison Street. A resident was inside the home at the time sleeping. The suspect first knocked on the door and when no response

Employer fined thousands for ignoring racism on the job WINNIPEG — The owners of a northern Manitoba motel have been ordered to pay a former waitress $15,000 for failing to take reasonable action to stop workplace harassment. Wanda Ross filed a complaint with the Manitoba Human Rights Commission saying she was repeatedly subjected to racial slurs and discriminatory comments by two people, including the general manager, while she worked at the Gillam Motor Inn. Ross, who is of African and First Nations descent, says when she reported the harassment to one of

the owners she was told she was imagining things and was forced to tolerate the conduct. The numbered company that owns the motel — now operating as Kettle River Inn and Suites — must pay an additional $2000 for the recklessness of their conduct in ignoring the appeals for assistance. It must also pay a further $500 for failing to participate in the Manitoba Human Rights Commission's investigation. Ross says in a commission release that she is very relieved with the outcome.

was received he kicked in the front door. The resident heard the loud noise coming from the front door and attended that area. The resident observed an unknown man in the home and grabbed hold of the intruder. The suspect pushed back and fled out of the home on foot. The suspect was last seen running north bound on Gilkison and then west bound on Walnut Street. The suspect is described as 30 years of age, 5’10” slim build, black hair, wearing a black coat white hoodie and carrying a black bag. It is not out of the ordinary for a person wishing to break into your home to knock on the door first to confirm if anyone is home. If the door is answered the suspect will make up an excuse as to why he or she is there, such as asking for someone who they know does not live there and then apologizing for mistakenly being at the wrong home. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Brantford Police Service Street Crimes Unit. accuracy certainty facts public opinion the right to know legitimate voices investigate learn precision seeking truth passion exactitudes factual genuine

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US Tribes Oppose Bill to Repeal and Replace Bears Ears National Monument MONUMENT VALLEY, UT — Leaders of the five Tribes that advocated for creation of the Bears Ears National Monument expressed their strong opposition to H.R. 4532, the “Shash Jáa National Monument and Indian Creek National Monument Act,” sponsored by Representative John Curtis. The tribes say the bill would codify the president’s “unlawful proclamation” of December 4, 2017 that attempted to repeal and replace Bears Ears National Monument with two smaller national monuments, reducing the protected area by 85 percent and leaving countless significant cultural, natural and sacred objects unprotected. The bill would also eliminates the tribes’ ability to co-manage Bears Ears. “Despite carrying the description ‘to create the first Tribally managed national monument,’ H.R. 4532 was not developed in consultation with the Indian Tribes who would be most impacted by this bill,” said Shaun Chapoose, member of the Ute Indian Tribe Business Committee. “No one from Tribes making up the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition, and no one from any federally recognized Tribe was contacted to advise, consult, or assist in the development of H.R. 4532.” The tribes say they

support another bill, HR 4518 — the ‘Bears Ears National Monument Expansion Act’ introduced by Representative Ruben Gallego (D, Arizona),” Chapoose continued. “That bill would realize our Tribes’ vision for a 1.9 million acre Bears Ears National Monument… Tribal officials say Congressman Gallego actually did consult the Tribes on that bill. “H.R. 4532 undermines and violates the United States’ treaty, trust and government-to-government relationship with our Tribes. It would create a so-called ‘Tribal Management Council’ that has nothing to do with true tribal management,” said Carleton Bowekaty, Zuni councilman. “It would cut out three of our five tribes with ancestral ties to Bears Ears, require three representatives that have no ties whatsoever to our sovereign governments, and all appointments would be made by the president instead of our tribes.” “Even the name, the ‘Shash Jáa Tribal Management Council,’ is problematic,” Bowekaty continued. “By using the Navajo language, they are trying to divide us, but they will not succeed. We are united in our opposition to this bill and committed to the defense of Bears Ears National Monument.” “This bill represents an inappropriate return

to the failed policies of the 1800s when the United States would divide tribes and pursue its own objectives by designating for itself which tribal representatives the United States would negotiate,” said Navajo Nation Council Delegate Davis Filfred, “It is up to sovereign Tribal governments, not the United States, to select our own representatives to co-manage Bears Ears and to determine our destinies.”

“Representative Curtis has stated he wants to work together to identify shared goals and values, but his actions introducing H.R. 4532 directly conflict with his statement,” Filfred continued. “You simply can’t determine common goals and values if there is no dialog. There has been no dialog on H.R. 4532, and we oppose it strongly.” “We oppose H.R. 4532 because it would leave hundreds of thousands

of priceless and significant cultural, natural and sacred objects unprotected,” stated Harold Cuthair, Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Chairman. “There are too many objects, sites, and resources left unprotected to list them all. Not to mention the cultural practices and traditional tribal intellectual knowledge that would be lost or diminished if this bill were to become law.” Bears Ears has been

home to Hopi, Navajo, Ute, Ute Mountain Ute, and Zuni people for countless generations. The national monument took more than 80 years to designate. The original proclamation by President Obama acknowledges a cultural landscape rich in antiquities, with hundreds of thousands of archaeological and cultural sites sacred to dozens of tribes. H.R. 4532 would cut the Bears Ears National Monument by a million acres, leaving countless sacred sites vulnerable to looting and grave robbing—the very threats the Antiquities Act was designed to protect against—as well as to fossil fuel development and uranium mining.

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Eight films to look out for at the Sundance Film Festival By Chezney Martin

This year, the Sundance Film Festival will be taking to Park City, Utah from January 18 to 28 and will premier eight indigenous-made films. Not only is it an opportunity to introduce the Native Program's Filmmaker Fellows for the coming year, but a special 20th Anniversary Archive Screening of Smoke Signals by Cheyenne and Arapaho Director Chris Eyre will take place as well. The indigenous-made films to be featured are as follows: 1. Genesis 2.0; Switzerland: which includes Maxim Arbugaev (Yakut/

Buryat) as part of the directing team. The film follows Siberian hunters that uncover a well-preserved mammoth carcass and it's resurrection with genetics. 2. We the Animals; U.S.A.: with Christina D. King (Creek and Seminole Nations) on the producing team. The film follows three brothers with the youngest escaping reality into a world of his own.

3. Sweet Country; Australia: Directed by Warwick Thornton (Kaytej Nation), with David Tranter (Alyawarra Nation) on the producing team. Set in the 1920's, the film follows an aged Aboriginal

farmhand that shot a a white man in self defence and goes on the run.

people to the region.

7. I like Girls; Canada: Director and screenwriter Diane Obomsawin (Abenaki) films four women that embrace the telling of intimate stories about their first loves and more.

4. Mud (Hashtl'ishnii); U.S.A.: Director and Screenwriter Shaandiin Tome (Dine) tells the story of Ruby, who faces the inescable remnants of alcoholism, family and culture on her last day.

5. The Violence of a Civilization Without Secrets; U.S.A.: Directors and screenwriters Adam Khalil, Zack Khalil (Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians) and Jackson Polys (Tlingit) take on the story of a reflection on indigenous sovereignty and the undead violence of museum archives more

An image from the film Mud by Shaandiin Tome which is at the Sundance Film Festival this year. involving the “Kennewick Man.”

6. Nuuca; U.S.A., Canada: Directed by Michelle

Latimer (Metis/Algonquin) who takes the film to the oil boom in North Dakota and all that follows the influx of new

8. Akicita: The Battle of Standing Rock; U.S.A.: Directed by Cody Luich (Estom Yumeka Maidu Tribe of Enterprise Rancheria) along with Ben-Alex Durpis (Colville) on the producing team take on the largest Native American occupation since Wounded Knee and captures the struggle and havoc of the peoples uprising in this chronicle.

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Corvairs vacuuming up the points By Jim Windle

CALEDONIA – The redhot Caledonia Corvairs put another couple of “Ws” in the bag this past week, defeating the Thorold Blackhawks 5-3, and the Plenham Panthers 6-1 on Sunday. The four points put some room between themselves (67pts.) and second place Ancaster (60-pts.), who have played one more game. It didn’t take long in Plenham to set the pace as the Corvairs struck first with goals by Eddie Shultz and Jeff Lindsay. Then, 26-seconds into the second period, Sean O’Brien started a four goal outpouring by Mark Bzowey, Adam Craievich and Andrew Burns, who scored with eight-seconds left in the period. The game was pretty well decided by the third period and some players began giving their frustration full vent. After most of the period was spent sorting out penalties, it was the Panthers Chad Morice who scored the final goal of the game at 17:20, for the 6-1 final, ruining Pierce Charleson’s bid for his fourth shut our. His record now boasts 11 wins, no losses, with a Saves Percentage of .910. Saturday night at the Haldimand Centre, Fletcher Bailey led the Caledonia Corvairs past the Thorold Blackhawks, 5-3, with two goals. The visitors were wildly outshot again, 39-13, and at 3:15 the bombardment began with Jamey Lauzon scoring from Bobby Harrison and Griffin Poubos. Joshua DeFarias added another at 6:02, from Adam Craievich and Jesse Barwell. Thorold fought back

Nolan Gardiner gets robbed right off the end of his stick by Thorold Black Hawks goaltender Anthony Tremonte. Although robbed this time, Gardiner did manage a goal in their 5-3 win, Saturday. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE and got one past Brandon McCorriston to give them hope of a comeback that didn’t happen. Corvairs’ Nolan Gardiner scored late in the period from Barwell and Brad Lindsay. Despite out-shooting the Blackhawks 12-5 in the second period, Caledonia was only able to put one past Thorold’s Anthony Tremonte and it was 4-1for Caledonia heading into the third period. Between periods Thorold coach Scott Barns pulled his team together for a final 20-minute charge against the Corvairs. Bailey Stumpo and Matt Maidens gave the Corvairs a scare with

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back to back markers to trail by one, at 4-3. One hardly blame McCorriston for falling asleep for a couple of minutes having only three shots all period, but Fletcher put a cushion onto with the 5-3 goal from Harrison and Burns at 14:31. There was a rare Tuesday night game played in St. Catharines which missed our deadline. Saturday night, Jan. 27th, the Niagara Falls Canucks will visit the Haldimand Centre in Caledonia. The Corvairs will stay at home to welcome the Fort Erie Meteors on Monday night, Jan. 29th.

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Sean O'Brien and the Caledonia Corvairs were all over the Thorold Black Hawks in more ways than one, Saturday night at the Haldimand Centre Arena. The Corvairs outshot the Black Hawks 39-13 along the way to a 5-3 win. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE

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Anaheim Ducks watch By Jim Windle

The Port Dover Sailors overwhelmed the Hagersville Hawks 7-1, Saturday night at the Hagersville Arena. It was 2-0 after the first period, and 4-0 after two periods. Dover would add three third period goals while Zach Carr accounted for the Hawks only goal. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE By Jim Windle HAGERSVILLE – The Hagersville Hawks tasted both sides of a blowout. The first, a 7-1 loss to Port Dover Saturday night, and the second, a blowout, 8-1 win at the Talbot Gardens in Simcoe. With only six regular season games remaining, for the Hawks, the team to chase down is the Dundas Blues who are perched 10 points above Hagersville, in fourth place. Coming up from behind is the Dunnville

Mud Cats with 28 points, four behind Hagersville. Every game is vitally important for the Hawks from this point on when it comes to final playoff positioning and matchups. The Storm started out on the right foot, holding the Hagersville Hawks off the scoreboard in the first 20 minutes. But they had not scored either. The Hawks turned on the engine at 3:34 of the second frame when Peter Cappucci opened the door for Cam Allan and Isaac Taylor. Simcoe

scored on a powerplay with Ryley Smith finding room behind Ryan Guy who got the start in goal for the Hawks. The third period went a little wanky for the storm who seemed to decide to tty intimidating the Hawks, a plan that didn’t work. While the penalties were flying, Hagersville was scoring goals. Otasowie Omeregle, an acquisition from the Provincial Junior Hockey League five games ago, opened the scoring with this third of the season

Hagersville Hawks` no.25, Otasowie Omeregie, has impacted the Hawks with three goals and three assists since his Arrival five games ago. He also brings a powerful physical presence, having amassed 30 penalty minutes in that time. PHOTO BY JIM WINDLE

to go along with his three assists and 30 minutes in penalties. That was 35 seconds into the period. At 1:23 Wesley Fritz continued the parade followed by Harrison Larochelle, Cam Allan and Zach Carr’s powerplay goal scored at 19:16 for the 8-1 final score. Riley Smith and Calum Smith got under each other’s skin at 17:48, resulting in Hagersville’s Smith getting a two minute crosschecking minor, plus a 10-minute misconduct for inciting, while Simcoe’s Smith was assessed two-minutes for being the aggressor, a five minute fighting major, a game misconduct and a two-minute instigator minor. A huge test will come Wednesday night, Jan. 24th in Glanbrook when the Hag-Hawks do battle with the Rangers. Friday night they will be in Dunnville and Saturday night the Hagersville Arena is reserved for the Dundas Blues at 7:30 p.m.

ANAHEIM – The San Diego Sharks swallowed up the Anaheim Ducks 6-2, Sunday in Anaheim. Friday night the Ducks and the Los Angeles Kings played shutout hockey for the first two periods before the Ducks folded . Brantford’s Adam Henrique scored his 11th goal of the campaign to open the scoring at 2:05 of the third period with Kase assisting. Great second effort in the goal crease by Henrique to record the goal. Henrique started and closed the play. After getting around Kings forward Nick Shore at the Los Angeles blue line, he skated into the corner, where the puck caromed out to Ondrej Kase, who turned and shot. The puck hit the skate

of Kings defenseman Kevin Gravel and went to the side of the net, where Henrique outbattled Christian Folin for the puck and it crossed the line before Quick could reach back and cover it. The Ducks have been migrating north on the standings board and fifth place on the Wildcard standings, with 53 points, one behind LA and the Minnesota Wild. Along the way, Six Nations defenseman, Brandon Montour has scored six goals and has assisted on 14 for 20 points, to date. Tuesday, the Ducks hosted the New York Rangers in a game that will miss the TRT’s print deadline. Coming up for Montour, Henrique and the Ducks will be Thursday night when the Winnipeg Jets fly into Anaheim.

Blast hanging on for life By Jim Windle

BRANTFORD – It wasn’t pretty Friday night at the Brantford and District Civic Centre as the Brantford Blast dropped an 8-2 decision to the Hamilton Steelhawks. There was no scoring in the first period and it was still a hockey game with Hamilton leading 3-2 after two periods with Chris Rebernik scoring from Cam Sault and Justin Abraham at 9:45, and Derek Medeiros from Joel Prpic and Nathan Ferris at 16:07.

Brantford put up a fight for half of the third period but then completely collapsed. Hamilton dumped in five between 10:18 and 19:23. Tyler Lewis suffered the loss in the Brantford net. The Blast was playing without first string goaltender, Brett Leggat who is serving a five-game suspension at the worst time possible. With seven games remaining, the Blast need a miracle to make the playoffs. This coming Friday night, the Whitby Dunlops are in Brantford.

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Snipers split weekend games By Jim Windle

SIX NATIONS – In Arena Lacrosse League (ALL) action, the Six Nations’ Snipers split weekend games losing 17-14 to the St. Catharines ShockWave at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena (ILA) Jan. 19th. The game was officially a home game for St. Kitts due to a lack of arena availability in St. Catharines. But the next night was a home game for the Snipers who shook off the loss and take down the Peterborough Timbermen 17-16 in overtime. Friday night, the ShockWave took a 3-0 first quarter lead and added two more in the second before Dan Lomas scored for Six Nations, which Quinn Powless followed 1:11 later for the 5-2 marker. Lomas and Wayne VanEvery assisted. The goals kept coming and by the end of the half, St.Catharines held a 9-5 lead. Stu Martin and Reily Johnson, and Tyler Woodman scored for Six Nations. Ian Martin and Lomas began to reel in the ShockWave 9-7 in the third quarter. There was lots of scoring but at the end of the

third quarter which ended with the Wave up 1410. Tom Montour, Wayne VanEvery, and Quinn Powless scored for the Snipers. The Snipers pushed back in the last quarter cutting into the St. Catharines lead with three straight goals recorded by Lomas with two, and Martin the another and the Snipers had the ShockWave it their sights at 1413. St. Kitts would not give up and scored the next two to take a 16-13 lead. VanEvery made it 16-14 but that is as close as they would get. Anthony Patterson scored the last goal for the ShockWave with 13 seconds remaining. Saturday night in Peterborough, it was another story. The Snipers were hungry for the first win of the new ALL season and got it with a solid team effort rewarded by a 17-16 OT win. The Timbermen took an early 2-0 lead which was answered with a string of four late quarter Six Nations goals scored by Tom Montour from Vern Hill, Rod Squire, Reiley Johnson and Montour’s second of the 4-2 first quarter. Cam Garlin made it

4-3 Snipers in the second quarter which Luke Laszkiewicz answered. Peterborough pulled to within one again but Ian Martin closed the half leading 6-2. An explosion of 12 third-quarter goals kept the fans busy and when the smoke cleared the Snipers were still clinging to a 13-9 lead. In the last quarter, the Timbermen strung a four goal set together to even the score at 13-13. Chancy Johnson wrestled the lead back twice as time was running out. Chris Attwood tied the game again

for Peterborough and Mark Vrandenburg took a 16-15 lead with 1:32 remaining. Quinn Powless sent the game into OT, scoring the tying goal from VanEvery with six seconds left on the clock. In OT, Powless set up Tyler Brown early in the extra time for the win. Friday, Jan. 26th, the Whitby Steelhawks host the Six Nations Snipers, and Saturday, the Paris RiverWolves host the Oshawa Outlaws. In other games, the Toronto Monarchs are at the ILA with St. Catharines.

take a step back and do our jobs.” Joe Resetarits and Austin Shanks each scored a pair of goals to lead the way offensively for the Knighthawks. Matt Vinc, who made 43 saves, moved past Pat O’Toole for third all-time in minutes played in league history with 10,313. Vinc and the defence were incredible, holding the Black Wolves scoreless for 30:10 over the middle two quarters. Meanwhile, the Knighthawks responded with a 3-0 run to tie the contest early in the third. Rookie Jake Withers sparked the comeback with a goal at 12:19 of the second to get Rochester within two, 6-4. His goal came

just five seconds after New England scored their sixth of the game. In the third, the Knighthawks got backto-back goals, as Brad Gillies and Shanks scored to tie the contest at six. It was the first of two goals for Shanks, who tied his career high for goals in a game. His last marker evened the contest at eight just 29 seconds into the fourth. “That’s a part of it, but I wanted to come out with a win,” said Shanks. “I think I can do a little bit more; I need to bury some more chances.” “We just need to work harder,” added Shanks. “We are getting our looks and getting our chances. They are going to drop.

It’s not an effort thing, which is good.” Jamieson scored a late goal and nearly got Rochester within one, but the ball caromed off the crossbar with 12 seconds to play. Rochester (2-4) will return to action on Saturday, Feb. 3 when it hosts the Buffalo Bandits (3-3) at 7:30 p.m. at Connors & Ferris Field at The Blue Cross Arena. The Knighthawks, in conjunction with Veterans Outreach Center (VOC), RECON Rings, Tango Charlie Apparel and Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning, will hold their fourth annual Military Appreciation Night.

Knighthawks’ rally falls just short By Craig Rybczynski

ROCHESTER – The Rochester Knighthawks’ rally fell just short Sunday afternoon as they dropped an 11-9 decision to the New England Black Wolves at Mohegan Sun Arena. Rochester fought back to erase two and three-goal deficits, but could not tie the contest in the closing minutes. The Knighthawks have been close the past two games and feel they are not that far away from turning the corner. “We have to have more of a team mindset,” said Knighthawks head coach Mike Hasen. “Everybody is trying to do a little bit more to make us better. We just have to focus and

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Lessons in Cannabis continued from page 9 in cannabis THC and CBD are the ones most identified and readily available in cannabis products in Canada, for now. Although THC is proving to have many medical applications, including chronic pain relief, for those who are new to cannabis and are concerned about the euphoria of the high, starting out with CBD products may be the ideal solution. The cannabis oil drops I use by Tilray have a ratio of three parts CBD to one part THC, so the CBD is three times more than the THC. It provides me with mild pain relief with minimal mind alteration other than some relaxation and increased focus. It’s also possible to get the benefits of cannabis through topical products such as salves, lotions, massage oil, bath soak, lip balm and more. When I apply topicals, the THC and active compounds are not absorbed into my bloodstream or digestive

system so I don’t feel the psychoactive properties but the pain relief I get is locally targeted.

3. Terpenes: Aromas that drive the mood and feeling Ever wondered about the difference between sativa, indica and hybrid? Turns out it’s the aromatic flavours in each strain, called terpenes, that make each strain unique. The combination of flavors, also known as the terpene profile, drive the mood and feeling of each strain. A sativa is usually more energetic because of the presence of the limonene terpene, a citrusy flavour also found in fruit. An indica strain, more famous for relaxation and sleep, gets these effects from terpenes such as myrcene. A hybrid strain might have more of a balance of terpenes, but is likely dominant in one or more of the terpenes, leading it to be labelled sativa dom-

inant or indica dominant. Some terpenes are known to assist with relief for certain disorders, such as caryophyllene (found in herbs and spices) for anxiety and linalool (found in an assortment of plants, including birch, cinnamon and mint) for depression, so getting to know your terpenes can make all the difference when selecting the right strain for you. 4. Methods of Consumption: Different results for different intentions Consuming cannabis does not have to mean smoking a joint, pipe or bong. There are many different ways to experiment, depending on the desired effect and personal preference. Consuming cannabis can be a simple as applying a infused topical lotion that may provide anti-aging effects or target pain relief. Vaporizing cannabis gets

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quick results without the plant combustion caused by smoking. Oil drops, placed under the tongue, provide an excellent alternative to inhalation as they are quickly absorbed into the bloodstream. Capsules and precisely-labelled edibles take longer to come into effect, but for many people offer lasting pain relief. Finding the method that best matches your intentions and desired effects is the key to having a positive experience with cannabis. 5. Microdosing: The smallest amount for the desired effects Understanding that I could get the best results from the smallest amount possible changed my relationship with cannabis. Microdosing is using a dose so low that it’s unlikely to produce whole-body effects, but high enough to allow the cellular response and benefits. My low tolerance to THC means that I can test and enjoy cannabis

23 throughout my day, using tiny amounts and without getting high. I look for products low in THC or I reduce the amount consumed as there are limited microdosing products on the market. I might apply two to three drops of cannabis oil under the tongue, take one draw on my vaporizer or consume a low dose capsule to experiment with my optimal microdose level. Whenever I consider an edible I always dramatically reduce the suggested mg dosage and practise starting low and going slow. Ultimately your experience is up to you, so I hope you take the time

to learn and improve your overall cannabis experience. Focus first on your intentions. Are you hoping to improve your night’s sleep? Are you looking for some energy throughout the day? Using your cannabis 101 knowledge, you will be able to make better choices for your health and lifestyle. Bethany Rae is the creator of Flower & Freedom. Follow Bethany on Facebook and Instagram.

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McMaster University invites applications for the Director of the McMaster Indigenous Research Institute (MIRI). The institute was officially launched on 1 July 2016 (*details are available in Note 1). The Director will have an internationally distinguished program of research and teaching record in any area of Indigenous Research. S/he will be appointed (tenure track or tenured) at the Associate Professor or Professor level to one or more of the six faculties at McMaster University (DeGroote School of Business, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Social Sciences). The appointment as Director will be for a five year, renewable term. The Director is expected to raise awareness, attract substantial research support, educate and advance Indigenous research methodologies. S/he will emphasize and support community capacity building and research priorities, promote and foster innovation, collaboration and partnership, enhance existing research infrastructure at McMaster and build sustainable Indigenous research infrastructure. S/he will also be very active in the recruitment, mentorship and training of undergraduates, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows, and work to build greater research capacity and strength in Indigenous research across all faculties at McMaster University - * Terms of Reference are available in Note 2. McMaster has a geographic proximity to Six Nations of the Grand River, the largest First Nation in Canada, along with a quarter century of collaborative work developing Indigenous educational and research programs. President Patrick Deane’s principles and priorities articulated in his “Forward with Integrity” open letter (*Note 3) to the University community include: cultivating human potential; adopting a multi-disciplinary perspective; and engaging our local, national, and international communities. Furthermore, he has given our researchers the mandate to “build on the work that has already begun to strengthen and support Indigenous learners and Indigenous scholarship”. Additionally, McMaster University is ranked in the top 100 of both the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking of World Universities and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. A medium-sized university, it nonetheless has the sixth-largest research income in Canada. It has a large, attractive campus, the interior of which is open only to pedestrians and cyclists, and is at the western end of Lake Ontario. The University is minutes from downtown Hamilton and the activities that a major city has to offer. Hamilton has been ranked among the top cities in Canada to do business and to invest. McMaster University has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff that reflects the multicultural makeup of our student body. The successful candidate will be committed to inclusion and excellence and the Search Committee is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity of the academic community. Women and applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Gender diversity is being addressed at McMaster University through our policies and actions. One recent action in this area was the completion of a gender pay equity study and a resultant base salary adjustment applied to all female faculty members in July 2015. Faculty members at McMaster University enjoy a number of both personal and professional benefits. University employees are offered an excellent benefits package which includes, but is not limited to, extended health care benefits, dental care, group life, long term disability, worldwide travel assistance, and retirement plan. Progressive policies are in place to assist faculty men and women who become parents or are needed to care for family members. Applications must consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research dossier that includes a statement of research interests and plans, and a teaching dossier that includes a teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness. 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Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The effective date of appointment is negotiable but 1 July 2017 is preferred. All applicants will receive an on-line confirmation of receipt of their application; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of racialized communities and LGBTQ-identified persons. McMaster recognizes the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and In keeping with the spirit of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, we welcome applications from Indigenous candidates from across Turtle Island. 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January24TH, 24th,2018 2018 JANUARY

Please call the Achievement Centre at 519-445-0023 ext. 231, text: 226-2402554 or email: angel@ snpolytechnic.com

Much love from your pals Dee and Shina/Brian

Cheers to January 27 … Happy Birthday Ash!!! XOXO Brooklyn, KK, Marv, Oaks, Ma & Dad & am sure the “Backwoods Crew” has something brewing.

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I won’t don’t do the sappy bday announcements I usually do, so here’s some words to sum up our first born; Strong, stubborn, determined, athletic, forgetful, funny, mature, helpful, thoughtful, memorable and the epitome of big sister, all this with a dash of “gant” lol. She is friendly, yet a tad mean at the same time – so she’s true to the “Jacket-Hill” charisma that all the women in our family are known for.

New Vision, New Direction Just in the Nick of Time

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on February 24th for District 5 By-Election For my Family and yours.

Thank You We would like to thank Six Nations First Response and the Paramedics for the work they do. It must be hard to go to a call and not know what to expect. Thank you for your quick response and the call that was made to go directly to Hamilton General instead of BGH. Our family knows how lucky we were that day and thank you for getting everyone settled down. Thanks again, Mr. & Mrs. Herman Styres and family.

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January JANUARY 24th, 24TH, 2018 2018

CLUES ACROSS 1. Measurement (abbr.) 4. Returned material authorization (abbr.) 7. Sorting 12. Attribute 15. Poked holes in 16. Angers 18. Doc 19. MLB journeyman pitcher Dillon 20. Not don’t 21. Snubs someone 24. Where kids bathe 27. One might be in distress 30. Chair 31. Music industry honors (abbr.) 33. Dash 34. Owed 35. Caucasian language 37. One thousand (Span.) 39. Musical style drum and bass 41. Evergreen trees native to warm climates 42. Begin __: start fresh 44. Marshy outlets 47. A chicken lays one 48. Yemen’s largest city 49. Conversion rate 50. Single Lens Reflex 52. Atlanta rapper 53. Reduce the importance of 56. Faces of buildings 61. Something achieved 63. Distribute again 64. Tooth caregiver 65. 007’s creator CLUES DOWN 1. Skater Lipinksi 2. Data 3. Single step 4. Destroyed financially 5. Fail to interpret correctly 6. Fava d’__: tree found in Brazil 7. Vehicle

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Plans to get together with friends this week could be delayed by other responsibilities, Aries. Do not feel the need to cancel; just reschedule your plans.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, financial issues may force you to work a little harder right now to make some extra money. Make a concerted effort to save more and take care of your financial obligations. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you may need to wait a little longer to receive some news you have been anticipating. Don’t let this get you down. Change is on the way and will come soon enough.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, treat yourself to a brief respite from the daily grind. Spend time with the family and enjoy some well-deserved rest and relaxation in the days ahead.

8. Limited 9. Old English 10. Aussie golfer Norman 11. Job 12. Loose-fitting undergarments 13. Protected by balancing 14. Give up 17. Fifth note of a major scale 22. Extravagantly bright 23. Takes dictation 24. 19th letter of Greek alphabet 25. Rounded knob (biology) 26. French philosopher Pierre 28. Mothers 29. Dardic ethnic group 32. Supports the rudder 36. An ugly evil-looking old woman

Answers for January 24, 2018 Crossword Puzzle

38. Of a fasting time 40. Filled with passengers 43. Below the ribs and above the hips 44. Binary-coded decimal 45. 51 is a famous one 46. Goes into a funk 51. Chief O’Hara actor 54. Videocassette recorder 55. Scored perfectly 56. Type of tree 57. __ Spumante (Italian wine) 58. Popular commercial “pet” 59. Supreme god of Ancient Egyptians 60. Room in a home 62. __ and behold

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, make a concerted effort to open a line of communication with someone who means a lot to you. He or she may need a helping hand, and you are just the person to provide that assistance. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Treat yourself to a present this week, Virgo. A nice dinner, an unexpected luxury or even a spa treatment is the kind of pampering that can go a long way.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, make an effort to lift the spirits of a loved one this week. Responsibilities may be weighing on them, and you can lighten their mood just by being there for them. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, sometimes you may feel as if you are the only person getting things done. Just keep up your hard work and the rewards will come. Others are taking notice. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, if your patience is wearing thin, try to embrace distractions that can help you pass the time. This can make things less stressful.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you have been doing well financially, but you still hope to do better. Speak with a planner or a knowledgeable relative on how to make your money work harder. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Engage in activities that make you feel good and boost your self-confidence this week, Aquarius. This may be as simple as hitting the gym for a workout.

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