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OHSWEKEN — TRT had an opportunity to ask Six Nations Emergency Control Group questions about how they are managing coronavirus responses on Six Nations: how many tests are outstanding, do we have enough PPE for front-line workers, and are community paramedics still facing massive offload delays at the Brantford General Hospital? And we got answers – published here in their entirety.

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Q – What is the number of current cases of coronavirus on Six Nations and what are the ages of the patients? A – Six Nations has had 9 positive cases and 1 COVID related death. Q – If the ages of patients will not be released – can you please explain why generalized non-identifying data is not being shared with the community and whether or not you feel sharing statistical data of coronavirus cases will be beneficial to the community. A – We are very aware that information is being shared with the community through social media. Results of testing are held by Ohsweken Public Health, which is governed by First Nations Inuit Health Branch. The information is not being released by them. Q – If a person tests positive on Six Nations and it is determined that they need medical intervention at a hospital – what is the process? Are they being

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sent to a specific hospital? A – People who are showing symptoms are to call the hotline to be assessed for the need for swabbing to test for COVID-19. Once testing is recommended, they become a “probable case” and Ohsweken Public Health makes contact to advise them of how to monitor for ongoing symptoms, and when they should seek additional medical attention, and where they should go for intervention. If symptoms are more severe, they are directed to call 911 and paramedics will be informed and transport to hospital as per dispatch directives. Q – Have any of the cases of coronavirus on Six Nations been because of travel out of the country? If so how many? A – Yes, there are cases due to travel. Q – Have any of the coronavirus cases on Six Nations been because of contact with someone who has been out of the country? If so how many? A – Yes, there are cases due to contact with someone who travelled.

Q – Have any of the coronavirus cases on Six Nations been because the result of community transmission? If so how many? A – Yes, there are cases due to community transmission. Q – Have Six Nations Ambulance Services been adequately equipped with the tools they need to protect themselves during the pandemic and still be available for emergency response on the territory? A – Paramedic Services have been equipped with the adequate Personal Protective Equipment required, along with additional cleaning equipment that can disinfect the ambulance vehicle between calls. Q – Has anything been done to address the offload problems paramedics were experiencing at Brantford General Hospital specifically? A – Offload issues have been addressed, and the hospital is prepared to deal with arrival of COVID cases into the hospital setting. Q – Has the province de-

livered on the 2019 funding for the Six Nations Paramedic Services that was previously reported to be delayed back in January 2020? A – The delay reported in January, was in the approval of the budget submissions. This was approved in March and has been received. Q – What is the current number of Six Nations membership that could be more vulnerable to coronavirus complications due to comorbidity? A – Adults over 18 in our total membership have the following risk factors: High blood pressure 26%, Current Smoker 25%, Diabetes 21%, Asthma 19%, Cancer 5%. If inviduals have more than one of these on the list, their risk will increase. We also know that there are reportedly individuals who have had none of these risk factors who have had a very poor outcome from COVID-19. It is difficult to predict how folks will be affected. Q – The province is estimating between 3000 and 15000 patients may die this month alone because of coronavirus. Are there similar projections for Six Nations and/or are we included in those numbers? A – Statistics are based on the trajectory of positive cases and the potential for spread of the virus, based on what is being reported and what has been seen in other countries. The world rate of death from Covid-19 is based on the number of positive cases. Globally there are 1,503,900 positive cases and 89,931 deaths, 340,112 recovered.A 6% death rate, 22% recovery

rate. At Six Nations, with 1 death out of 9 positive cases, we are at a death rate of 11%. Q – How many people on the territory have been tested? How many tests have come back negative? A – As of April 14: 140 tests conducted. 112 Negative results. 9 positive cases including one death and 7 cases are resolved. Q – Does Six Nations have adequate PPE? And what is being done to ensure those supplies are wellstocked? A – Six Nations has necessary PPE for the safe provision of health care services to clients/ patients/community members. We are working with Ministry of Health and Indigenous Services Canada to acquire the PPE stock we require. As the recommendations change, we are responding to increasing the levels of protection. We are in constant search for additional PPE to be able to support the other services. At this time, we are requesting assistance in providing fabric masks to our staff who are still reporting to the work settings. Q – In the area, coronavirus infection rates among adults aged 20-64 are three times higher than those in the 65 and over category. Does that line up with the cases we are seeing on Six Nations? Do you expect we will follow a similar pattern here? A – We have not had sufficient data to make these determinations. Recommendations are to test all symptomatic indigenous persons, so until we have more data, we cannot do an accurate analysis. PM42686517

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tests remaining from staff and residents have come back negative. An outbreak is declared over when there are no new cases in residents or staff after 14 days from putting the last case into isolation. The Health Unit also published details for local residents to report COVID-19 related complaints to if they are witness to violations of provincial orders or local bylaws in place to halt transmission of the virus.

with a legal team and a number of consultants in the area of business, environment, technology and public relations to build an interim policy to expedite cannabis business as a means of addressing some of the economic losses Six Nations could be facing due to pandemic related traffic restrictions and physical distancing measures across the territory. Some of the work being expedited includes establishing a cannabis testing facility, facilitating medical cannabis research that is Six Nations specific and working out procedural

details of building a Six Nations internal pardon system for violations of the Cannabis Act — giving Six Nations an independent process of addressing violations of the local cannabis regime. Garlow estimated the cost of establishing a local cannabis testing facility to be from $77,000 up to $408,000 — not including costs of staffing or equipment. The remainder of the general council agenda was deferred to next meeting to address procedural issues that were incomplete.

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Facebook group shares thousands of scary stories from Six Nations STAFF REPORT

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SIX NATIONS — From big foot photos to at-home nightmares and creepy sights, the Scary Stories Six Nations Facebook Page was created by Jay Smith to spread the scary tales of community members to entertain while self isolating. “This group has been created to share stories in, around, and about our community. For as long as I can remember, there have been scary stories, some to make kids listen, some from experience, some.. Maybe even made up,” reads the page. The page offers ‘good ol’ fashioned make your hair stand up’ stories, and is said to have members staying up long into the night from interest and goosebumps. TRT has compiled some favourites with permissions from the page members for you to enjoy. This one involves the Six Nations Library, posted by member Jody Blair: “I've worked at the Six Nations Public Library for years,” wrote Blair. “I took this video when I was 14 (Now 22) This the first time we've ever caught anything on camera, that’s why everyone is so excited.” The video depicts a male visitor seated alone, at a computer in the library. Later, a book is thrown, seemingly on its own, from the bookshelf behind the visitor. Blair added an update that a former employee told her that the book was about Residential School in B.C.. “This is on the second floor. The native collection was located up there. I can't remember the exact title, but I do remember it being about teen suicides, and prevention on reserves. During this time, there were a lot young deaths, and some of them being suicides. Maybe it was a message? Maybe it wasn't... There isn't anything behind the bookshelf, it's a brick wall and you can see the book looks as if it's being ‘pulled', almost thrown. The library is believed to be a spot where spirts can ‘pass by’ in the afterlife, because it is a public building. I can tell you first hand, i have never felt the same energy (or spirit) in this library. it's always different. and

One of the most prominent spooky houses of Six Nations involves the ‘house that won’t burn down’ on Second Line. Many stories have circulated with the house as the topic. PHOTO BY TRT STAFF

there are periods of time where i won't feel anything at all. but i have never felt anything bad here, ever. i feel as if spirits just pass by and sometimes they leave messages like this.” This story includes roads in the upper end of Six Nations, posted by member Jay Brant: “My story starts as many others,” wrote Brant. “Walking down the road at night. It was about 32 years ago on Seneca Road between First Line and Townline. The moon was bright and things were peaceful. As I turned onto Seneca, I got about 50 yards from the corner and heard something walking along side me in the bush. I thought it was probably just a rez dog following me but the steps sounded too heavy as I heard branches breaking and a few loud thuds. When I came to a clearing of field, I stopped hearing the noises. I watched as I walked a good 200 meters and didn't see anything walking along. As soon as I hit the bush line again.. I heard it again. This time it sounded more intense. That's when I got freaked out. Then a real rez dog came running and barking. I thought he was coming after me but went after whatever was in the bush. Ever since then, I had an admiration for rez dogs and stopped judging them.” Another tale includes Pauline Johnsons homestead, posted by member Kali Reid. “As soon as i was told about this group i just had to join it and post this story,” wrote Reid. “I’ve only ever told a couple people this. A couple summers ago i worked at the Pauline Johnson museum for a couple weeks before switching jobs. While I was there my supervisor showed me around the museum and one of the artifacts is Pau-

line Johnson’s original doll (i think she was porcelain). The doll is kept in a specific

room, on a rocking chair and the room is blocked off with just a piece of string so large groups of tourists won’t enter the room, you can only look into it from the hallway so the string is ALWAYS left up unless an employee has entered the room to clean. One day, I was asked to work by myself to close the museum, and my supervisor told me to just dust things off and what not before locking up. While I was downstairs in the office i heard a creak upstairs, I ignore it like it’s an old house so whatever. I

hear it again, I go upstairs and the string is off the doorway to the doll’s room. I’m like shit my coworker must’ve left this undone — I put the string back up and go downstairs. it’s time for me to lock up and while I’m doing one last sweep of the house, I hear a noise like something fell and when I went to go check what fell, the string was left off the doorway again and the doll was off the rocking chair. I ran out and locked up the museum, never even told my supervisors or coworkers.”

The final story we’ve compiled involves “The Trail” in Ohsweken, posted by member Jolene Martin. “I grew up in the first set of houses built on Bicentennial Trail back in the 80’s,” wrote Martin. “Not too sure my age at the time between four to six years old, I woke up in the middle of the night because it got too hot in my room. I went in the living-room and cranked open the window and just sat there, taking in the cool air. As I was blankly looking at the street and street light

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Scary stories from page 2 there was a man all in black with a black hat on, like the old guy from Poltergeist 2, he was walking in the middle of the street. I blinked and he was right in front of my face at the window. His face was all washed out, white looking with blacked out eyes. “Let me in Jolene.” I didn’t answer. “Come on Jolene your Mom said it was ok, just open the door and let me in.” I was so scared and just froze staring at him. Finally I got the courage to get up and run to my room, as I was going down the hall I had to pass by the side door that has a window, he was there too. “Let me in Jolene!” I kept going to my room and his voice was like in my head following me to my room repeating over and over “let me in!” Nobody knew what it was, I’d share my story as I grew up but nobody had any answers. About six or seven years ago, I’m at work and this elderly man comes into the shop, dressed sharp and driving a nice car. Something about his energy was off-putting so I stayed out back until I thought he left. I

A member favourite of the page includes an account written by Kali Reid involving the Pauline Johnsons homestead, now musePHOTO BY TRT STAFF um seated at the peak of Chiefswood Park.

come strolling out as he was just about to walk out the door, he stops, turns around towards me and in that same voice he says to me “You didn’t think I forgot about you did you Jolene?” He walks out the door chuckling to himself and I’m back to this terrified little girl again.” Today, 3100 members now circulate through the page. “This is great!” Wrote Admin. Jay Smith. “Josh Miller brought up a good point about a book being written to help the community. To be honest, I was going to ask if members would agree to have certain stories published. There is a process, and many things have to be done to get there. And yes, money made would help cover cost of publishing, possibly a small amount to each that share and get published,

and some form of way set up to go back to the community. But this all depends on cost of everything. So.... With that being said, I am hoping this group continues to share. People are getting things out that they may have kept in forever, which may or may not have caused them trauma in some fashion. Again thank you all for sharing. Let it be known that this was not the intention of the group, profit was not the intention. If a book can be written from all of this, the community will benefit, because it is the community that is sharing!” Smith said that any ideas on how to help get this accomplished to feel free to inbox! He will also be mulling over the idea of making the group private to protect the stories from being stolen.

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In an effort to enforce physical distancing and protect community members from the pandemic coronavirus, Six Nations has cancelled all 2020 Community Awareness Month activities and the 2020 Victoria Day Bread and Cheese celebrations. Community Awareness Month takes place every May on Six Nations and is an opportunity for the business community and SNGR Council departments to hold open house events, free workshops and give back to the community. The Victoria Day Bread and Cheese Parade event has become an annual homecoming tradition for members of the Six Nations community since it was initiated in the 1860s. The dispersion of gifts to Her Majesty`s subjects on her birthday began as gifts of blankets and fabric to indigenous men and women in the colonies — an expensive philanthropic tradition Queen Victoria and Prince Albert established early in their reign. British politicians criticized the expense and instead, suggested a gift of bread and cheese which was already a charity being

given by the royal couple to England`s poor. Upon the death of Albert in 1862, gifts on the Queen`s birthday ceased to indigenous people in Australia and Canada. To carry on the tradition, the Six Nations Chiefs agreed to gift the people at their own expense - carrying on the tradition of handing out bread and cheese to celebrate the reign of Queen Victoria and the relationship between the Six Nations and the British Crown. In 1879 some of the earliest notations of the Six Nations Council minutes in the archives - a total cost of $134.78 was approved from the Indian Trust Fund to cover the cost of 500 loaves of bread, cheese, lemon and soda biscuits, percussion caps with explosive powder and cash prizes for foot races. In a quirky note of self-boasting to his superiors, then Indian Superintendent at Grand River Jasper Gilkison wrote of the 1879 celebrations “I have the pleasure to report that the turn out of Indians, was numerous, all appeared to enjoy themselves, and the proceedings termi-

nated pleasantly. I had authorized the exclusion of all refreshment booths or wagons, hitherto, a nuisance, and affording the opportunity to secrete intoxicants thus we had no disturbance.” After the death of Queen Victoria in 1901 the celebrations took a break but were re-launched in 1903 after the Six Nations Council decided to celebrate King Edward’s birthday on Victoria Day as he reigned. Victoria Day celebrations were cancelled again in 1915 out of respect for what would later be known as World War I. Celebrations were picked up again in 1916 and 1917. However there is no record of Victoria Day in 1918 — the same year local officials ordered public events shutdown as the Spanish Flu pandemic ravaged the area in three waves ranging from 1918-1919. That pandemic saw over 400 deaths in the Brantford and Six Nations area. The Victoria Day Bread and Cheese tradition is not documented in the archives again until 1933 when the elected council re-started the tradition.

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Reserves in dire need may worsen after the COVID crisis By Rachel A. Snow Indian Affairs consistently distances themselves from the on reserve in fighting that their government created. Band members who seek relief are forced into the white man made Canadian court system where a judicial system formed on ownership of property tries to mete out some type of justice. This is the first clash of irreconcilable systems. First Nations are collective nations where each band member is to contribute to the whole tribe or nation: a system based on trust, equality and honour. In return, the governance systems works for each band member or clan. In the non-native world, the majority rules through a system of “democracy” that coopts the minority. In the Indigenous world there is consensus so that all voices are given weight in decision-making. This is why the attack on original

governance systems has been the most insidious and debilitating measure applied to First Nation communities. In a First Nation community on reserve, the people of the community are reliant on the chief and council for their jobs, homes, road upkeep and all other infrastructure services associated with living in a small kind of rural hamlet or municipality. If there are only two families or one family that hold the majority of votes in an election, then First Nation chief and councils are in positions to tend to only one family or the family of voters that supports them. This is seen in much of the U.S. where gerrymandering has rigged their system for certain states. What happens elsewhere ussally happens to those of us on reserve first. The result on reserve has been there is no need to talk about platforms or campaigning over policies and objec-

tives. Blood is thicker than sense, so unqualified families may have a monopoly on reserve for many years. On reserve, you will have people who have worked or lived off reserve who bring experience and education back to their tribe. This is no use if the chief and council hire relatives over qualified people to ensure their own families have a source of income. Angry band members have tried to contest this unfair situation. What has been the result? In one instance Indian Affairs decided that women who married “off reserve” to another native or to a non-native effectively “lost” their Indian status. Court cases concerning this discriminatory action are still going forward in the Canadian court system. With a stroke of a pen, Indian Affairs removed native women and their descendants off band lists. Now Indian Affairs

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continues tampering with our membership by attempting to insert these “status-less” band members back onto band lists without funding and without long-term planning. Another discrepancy surfaced in home ownership. Many arguments can be made that the matriarchs or Indigenous women were the rightful homeowners prior to Canadian settlement. Indian Affairs, through the Indian Act has made reserve land a collective space without property status. Therefore a home on reserve is not the same as a home off reserve. Indian Affairs does not acknowledge this. Instead, Indian Affairs created the Matrimonial Property Act to try to give the family home to women in the event of a separation, divorce or death. On reserve, families typically live in the generally same or traditionally held areas. So Indian Affairs can say that a women “owns” the house but in

fact because the house is on reserve, on communal land, there is no real ownership. If anything there is a beneficial interest on use of the house for the lifetime of the band member or their spouse. Nevertheless, Indian Affairs has blundered through some legislation so that if the First Nation Band does not have a “law” regarding housing then this Matrimonial Act kicks in. Again, it is a very nice piece of paper, but where is the enforcement portion. Councils on reserve can choose to ignore outside court made decisions especially if their own families or a big family of voters has a vested interest in holding the house. Do these situations arise? Yes. Houses are limited on reserve so there is a shortage before fighting over one house ensures. Further to this, without enforcement, judges can decide in urban settings but no one will venture to some reserve to see that

this ruling is enforced. It is the same thing with membership, illegal or suspect election practices on reserve. Those dissatisfied band members can go to court and try to rectify the situation but again, it is up to the council to enforce the ruling or to police their office. Third party institutions are installed in band offices that do little more than try to balance the books around council ineptitude which reverts as the norm when third party agencies leave. It is of little consequence as Indian Affairs controls funding or lack of funding and all aspects of First Nation life while fronting that they are dealing honourably with the original people. The COVID crisis is showing how ill equipped First Nation communities are in infrastructure, health or governance. This is the real problem.

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WELLNESS STRATEGIES

COPING WITH ANXIETY Anxiety can be described as a feeling of fear, worry, nervousness, apprehension or uncertainty about what’s to come. Anxiety is our body’s normal and natural response to stress and uncertainty. If there is anything that is certain right now, it is that there is a lot of uncertainty involved with COVID-19. It is hardly surprising then, that many people are feeling anxious right now. This is an anxietyprovoking and stressful time for everyone and it is okay if you feel more anxious than usual. However, it is also important to recognize that too much anxiety can be harmful and take a toll on our overall health and well-being. Anxiety is a normal reaction to an abnormal situation. Now that we have identified anxiety, we can begin to practice wellness strategies and healthy coping methods to help us through this time. We have included a section to help children and youth through their anxious feelings as well.

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Anxiety Coping Statements 

I allow myself to slow down my breath

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Fighting this feeling won’t help. I will relax and allow it to pass

I tune in to my body and release tension from my muscles

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I am okay, my anxiety is not always rational

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When I relax and sit with this feeling, I learn to face my fears

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I’m stronger than I give myself credit for, I always survive this

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I choose to slow down and breathe

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I stay present and ground myself in this moment

I don’t have to get carried away with my thoughts. I focus on my breath and this moment

Breathing Exercise 4-7-8 breathing: The 4-7-8 breathing technique helps when you’re feeling stressed, anxious or having trouble sleeping.

Exercise: try some yoga or have a good stretch

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Journal or set aside worry time and write it out

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Tune-in to your senses: What can you hear, see and feel?

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Practice Gratitude

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Meditate or stop to breathe deeply

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Create a plan, problem solve and walk through possible solutions

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Get creative: draw, dance or listen to music

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Identify unhelpful thoughts and gently challenge them

Stand with your feet shoulder’s width apart Tuck your chin and keep your spine straight Rest your hands at your sides or place them over your bellybutton Sink all of your weight into your feet (while standing tall) Allow any tension or unease to be absorbed into Mother Earth

Tools to Manage Anxiety 

Grounding Exercise

Imagine roots growing from the bottom of your feet, extending deep into Mother Earth Breathe

Exhale completely through your mouth making a whooshing sound. Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose for a count of 4 Hold your breath for a count of 7 Exhale completely through your mouth for a count of 8

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HELPING KIDS & YOUTH COPE WITH ANXIETY Children and youth experience anxiety as well. As parents/caregivers it is important to empathize with your child so they feel comfortable sharing their feelings and worries with you. If you haven’t already, teach your children about anxiety by explaining how we are wired to deal with threats in 1 of 3 ways—flight, fight or freeze and that your whole body will respond to this feeling. You can also teach your child/youth how to identify the worry signs e.g. feeling tense, heart racing, sweating, stomach ache or headaches. Explain to them it is ok to be a little worried and everybody has worry and anxieties.

HELPING KIDS & YOUTH COPE WITH ANXIETY Breathing Exercise: Lazy 8s

What we can do Help your child write down their worries into 2 types of worry - Worries you can do something about & Worries you can’t do anything about. In addition for older children/youth, ask them to Establish a worry time: Have them pick a time of day to keep a worry journal think and talk about worries. This may be a hard practice to learn. If a worry comes outside of worry time, have them write it on a piece of paper and put it someplace special. At worry time ask them to take out the paper so you can talk through it together. A suggestion would be to create a worry box or a worry monster box.

Starting in the middle, go up the left and trace the left part of the 8 while you breathe in. When you get to the middle of the 8 again, breathe out while you trace the right part of the 8 with your finger. Continue breathing around the Lazy 8 until you have a calm body and mind.

Relaxation Exercise : Progressive Muscle Relaxation Start and Finish with 3 deep breaths Squeeze your arms/hands

4. for 5 seconds - relax Help your child challenge worry thoughts by reflecting on their worries: what evidence do they have which supports their beliefs (worries); help them identify how anxiety is tricking them Sometimes anxiety can be caused by a real probinto believing this evidence; and help find a lem. If so, teach and work through problem different thought that is more accurate and solving skills: Identify a problem and describe it; helpful generate alternatives, predict outcomes for those alternatives, choose the alternative that best solves the problem & action it.

3. Squeeze your stomach for 5 seconds - relax 2. Squeeze your leg for 5 seconds - relax 1. Squeeze your foot for 5 seconds - relax

Squeeze your whole body for 5 seconds - relax

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basketball.” Thomas was having quite the memorable year with her U19 Brantford team as she played a pivotal role in them winning gold, silver and bronze in three

different tournaments. They were cruising in regular season play before things were understandably cut short due to coronavirus crisis. Meanwhile in her fifth year playing high school girl’s basketball, she was on a McKinnon Park Blue Devils girls senior squad who went undefeated in regular season play. “My strengths as a player are seeing the floor well and hitting the player in transition as well as my ability to go up strong to the basket.” Thomas said. In terms of her overall love for basketball she went on to add, “I’ve always loved playing basketball since I was little but I never really got the chance to play at a higher level in Ontario until recently. I can always rely

on it (basketball) to help me through stressful times. I also like making new friends and connections with people.” Moving forward, in terms of what she can work on Thomas was quick to add, “I need to work on being more confident in my shot and my abilities. As well as my first phase of defence. And I am willing to be as best as I can be, because there is always room for improvement.” Growing up Thomas has always had a passion for competing in other sports as well such as hockey, softball and lacrosse and knew that she wanted to play a sport in college. Looking ahead, Thomas is extremely excited about representing Conestoga on the basketball court.

from February 14-16th in Kitchener. Reflecting on what ringette her team did well in winning those two gold’s Sandy stated, “In Paris for sure we really came together well and every person on the ice was giving it their all. I know we did that every game but sometimes it shows little more on the scoreboard.” Shifting focus to the gold medal won at the Golden Ring tournament, Sandy replied, “In Kitchener to, we played hard and saw this great outcome.” All through her life Sandy has had a special passion for strapping on the ringette goalie pads and doing what she does best which is frustrate shooters.

“I’ve been playing now for about 12 years, holy that makes me feel old,” Sandy said with a laugh. ‘’People call me crazy for liking to play goal all the time but there’s just something about it that can’t be matched as being a goal scorer.” In that Paris tournament the finals featured a rematch of last year only instead of Ajax winning again, it was Caledonia who this time came out on top with what was a 4-2 win. Meanwhile in the Golden Ring tournament, Caledonia went undefeated which concluded with a gold medal championship win against a shorthanded Guelph team who they defeated by a 6-0 score.

“They were down a handful of players but still put up a good fight throughout the first half but just ran out of steam.” Sandy excels in multiple sports including fastball which she plays during the summer for the Haldimand Spitfires before competing come fall with the McMaster Marauders. “Throughout my life I was very fortunate to have played so many different sports,” Sandy said. “I don’t think I could list em all without forgetting some. That being said all of the sports no matter how different they are from one another have all helped in one way or another to make me the athlete I am today.”

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Kalani Thomas is ready to embrace the excitement and challenges which go with competing in college basketball. This multi-sports athlete who is coming off quite the stellar season with not only the U19 Brantford CYO Girls basketball team but also the McKinnon Park Blue Devils school squad, officially agreed on March 30th to play college girls basketball for Conestoga. “I am very excited to sign with Conestoga because they are a great team and seem like a close- knit team,” Thomas said. “I chose Conestoga because they are my best offer for school and

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CALEDONIA - It was a season full of great gold medal accomplishments for Caledonia ‘B’ Lightning girls’ ringette goalie Mikenzie Sandy. This veteran goalie, who also played some games this year for the London ‘A’ Lynx squad, was her usual confident stellar self in net as she helped Caledonia triumph in winning gold at the 2020 Paris Tournament which was held from January 31st.-February 2nd followed a few weeks by another gold which they earned at the Golden Ring tournament that took place

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In Memoriam Lynn Van Every and Larry Reynolds were shot down at their home on July 18, 2019. They were good, hard working people that only wanted the best for their children and a bit of fun out of their life.

THOMAS: Sherwin At the Hamilton General Hospital, Hamilton on Tuesday April 7, 2020. Sherwin Thomas age 83 years old. Survived by his loving wife Brenda: children Brittany (Cody), Quentin & Teresa (Jamie). Special grandchildren, Kyleeya, Kendyl, Richard, Emerson, Mariah, Aleena, Karnley, Quentin Trey Jr, Denver, Kalyn & Toryn. Children by previous marriage: Guy (Rosie), Joy, Chuck, Tami (Jim), Nikki, Tom (Randi); grandchildren: Erica, Dustin (Lynda), Brande, JR, Jennifer, Chuckie, Brandi, Ashley, Nate (Lisa), Nico (Liz), Skyler, Sequoya, Nick (Erin), Ashlie, Dakota, Nikkia and Taya; and 19 great grandchildren. Special brother-inLaw to Gail, Moe (Mary), Mike (Kelly), John (Brenda), Jerry, Beverly (Freeman), Linda, Sherry (Sonny). He will be dearly missed by special cousins Marilyn & Paul and special brother Stewart Ense. Predeceased by mother Hilda Thomas, grandmother Sara Thomas, sister Beulah, brother David, brothers-inlaw Cleveland, Christopher and Gary Sandy & special auntie Lorraine. Sherwin was a lifelong member of the Detroit Carpenters Union of Local 19/ 687 Sherwin was known as Wahoo by his fellow union brothers & sisters. Lifelong fan to many sports teams on Six Nations and any team his grandchildren were on. Sherwin was a very giving and loving man, always willing to lend a helping hand. One of Sherwin’s greatest qualities was his gift of laughter and joking. Sherwin was one of a kind with a smile for everyone, and will be truly missed by family and community. A private family service will be held. A Memorial will be held in honour of Sherwin at a later date and will be announced. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com

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Mike & Deb Van Every Ok ok ok the news is finally out.... yes, the police caught the man accused of murdering my aunt and uncle!!! We are very grateful for all of their hard work and the many hours they have put into this case. This is a bittersweet moment for us. Of course, we are extremely happy that this person was caught.... however, it reminds us that this is real. This confirms that they were brutally murdered because of someone else. They were 1000% innocent and did not deserve this. Although at first, I questioned the fact that this person’s face wasn’t being shown, I’m glad for it now. He doesn’t deserve the fame and the glory. Aunt D Lynn Van Every and Uncle Larry do. They worked harder than anyone I knew all of their lives, they always helped and looked after everyone they loved. They were model citizens. Their lives were cut short because of decisions made by a group of useless punks who have no idea of the impact they have had on so many lives. Now it’s time for answers. It’s time to learn the exact why. We already know the who, what, where, when and how. It’s time for that closure. As a community, I know that we were all there for each other and we will support each other through the next years to come. You had better believe we are still going to be very active in this case until the day comes that justice is served. This creep deserves whatever is coming his way. I have watched some of the strongest people I know crumble under the weight caused by this. I have watched far too many lives changed forever because of this. It’s time!Brittany

Gone Fishin’ - Larry and Lynn were looking forward to their retirement years. Larry said “I’m gone fishin.” I kept looking for that wooden sign for him and Lynn to hang up over their garage door. “Gone Fishin” R.I.P. Lynn and Larry Elaine Van Every

When we were children, Lynn won the newspaper drawing contest in Rochester. She drew a cocker spaniel. She won some money for it. The prize was $20.00. Cindy Staats

It’s been 9 months since we lost Lynn and Larry. 9 months of life they didn’t get to live. In November a new baby was welcomed to the family. It’s not fair that Lynn will never be able to hold him or love him or spoil him, like we all know she would have. After working since he was just 10 years old, Larry missed out on retiring.

Their murderer, Kareem Zedan, gets to live his worthless life while wonderful people are missing out on so many things and so much love. His cowardly ambush on 2 innocent, unarmed people affected the whole community. He’ll never understand how pathetic his life is compared to theirs’. In 22 years he’s achieved nothing and never will. Lynn and Larry will be missed forever. Every family celebration... every Christmas... every birthday will be tainted by the horror this loser inflicted on these special people. Hearts have been broken that will never heal. They were loved! Shirley Stark

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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You have the potential to lay the groundwork now for events that will pay dividends throughout the next few years, Gemini. Get a team of trusted advisors on your side.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 There will be no surprises for you this week if you simply stay the course with your actions, Virgo. Go about your normal routine and things will work out just fine. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, change things at home so you can better care for children or other people in your charge. A lot of progress can still be made if you redirect your attention.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, things may be moving quite slowly for you, but that does not mean progress has not been made. You’ll realize after a few weeks how far you’ve come.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, the last few weeks may have come off as humdrum, and that’s probably because you didn’t take any chances. Be more bold in the days to come. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, ask yourself how you want to see your finances grow. Then you can speak with a financial planner and make your dreams a reality.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Everything that involves you moves up on the priority list, Aquarius. Even though you’re known for putting others first, this all needs to change if you are to progress.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, take some time this week to be alone and seek inner peace. During these times of contemplation you can focus on future plans.

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Cases of COVID-19 in Indigenous Communities

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British Columbia: 1,490

Data as of April 14, 2020, 1PM

10k

Date B.C.

252 252 252

676767

9 99

144 144 144

Alberta

Ontario

6 Ap ri Ap l 8 ril 1 Ap 0 ril 1 Ap 2 ril 14

ril

31 -

29 -

27 -

25 -

23 -

20 -

18 -

15 -

13 -

New Cases

0 ar

Date

11 -

M 1-

Number of Cases

cases.

Quebec