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‘Mush Hole’ receives 6 nominations for Dora Mavor Moore Awards
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TAPA Executive Director and Dora Awards Producer Jacoba Knaapen today announced that, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 41st annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards for the 2019-20 season will be presented virtually on Monday, June 29. Santee Smith's Kaha:wi Dance Theatre and the Young People's Theatre PHOTO BY IAN R. MARACLE were nominated for six awards including Outstanding New Play and Outstanding Direction for Smith.
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SIX NATIONS — Santee Smith’s acclaimed production showing the devastating impacts of residential schools in Canada has brought in 6 nominations for the 2020 Dora Mavor Moore Awards. The work is a shared production with Young People’s Theatre and Smith’s Kaha:wi Dance Theatre - which was nominated for Outstanding Production. Smith herself was nominated for Outstanding New Play and Outstanding Direction. Nominated for Outstanding Performance
Santee Smith wrote, produced and directed the new play which was inspired by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action in response to the Indian Residential Schools in Canada. FILE PHOTO
by an Ensemble are Jonathan Fisher, Raelyn Metcalfe, Santee Smith, Montana Summers,
Julianne Blackbird. The production also saw a nod for Outstanding Achievement in Design - Sound Composition by Jesse Zubot and Adrian Dion Harjo; and Production Design by Ryan Webber and Shane Powless. Smith posted congratulations on Facebook saying, “Nia:wen, a special thank you to the Mohawk Institute Survivors past and present who have generously shared their experiences with us. It is a complete honour for us all to be a voice/ body of truth in Canada's Indian residential school legacy. We look forward to sharing The Mush Hole with many more audiences in the
future.” The annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, produced by the Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA), celebrate excellence in the city’s professional performing arts sector for theatre, dance and opera. TAPA Executive Director and Dora Awards Producer Jacoba Knaapen announced that, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dora Mavor Moore Awards for the 2019-20 season will be presented virtually on Monday, June 29. “I am pleased to announce that we are moving forward with the 2020 Dora Mavor Moore Awards - Virtual
Edition. Given the fact that 85% of productions registered for the Dora Awards were successfully produced during the 2019-20 season, we felt it important to honour the work of our extraordinarily talented and hard-working arts community,” said Knaapen. Régine Cadet, TAPA Board President, added, “While it would have been preferable to celebrate in person, it remains unclear when that could safely happen due to the pandemic. The evening of June 29 was the original date for the Dora Awards and we look forward to celebrating with all of our colleagues on that same night.” PM42686517
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SNGR General Council Briefs: road closures, reopening schools OHSWEKEN - Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council held the General Council meeting on Tuesday evening and addressed several local issues. Cleaning facilities SNGR says they need to bring in a cleaning service to properly clean publicly owned sites ahead of the lifting of pandemic restrictions in the community. SAO Mandy Wesley said there was a public health need to immediately hire cleaners and that the coun-
cil should create and hire a cleaning division within Public Works in the long term. No source of funding for the division was immediately identified. Plan to reopen schools A request was put forward for council to develop a comprehensive plan to reopen Six Nations Schools. Councillors identified that the duty to reopen schools was the responsibility of Kathleen Manderville at Indigenous Services Canada and not a task for SNGR. Councillor Audrey Powless-Bomberry said the motion was brought to
General Council in hopes that the council could bring all groups in the community working on education together to draft a plan to help reopen. Councillor Wendy Johnson said that because the council has not taken over education that the onus to making a return to school plan falls on Kathleen Manderville and ISC to take action. Powless-Bomberry said there was need for community groups working in education to align their voices for what ISC should be doing in the re-opening of the schools.
Road closures A community resident called several council members saying that if barricades at the end of Mohawk Road and Townline are not removed they are going to remove them on their own. Council members affirmed that the resident frustrations were echoed by several other community members who have contacted them privately to express frustration that the community is still on lockdown. Public Works Director Micheal Montour said that Six Nations is uniquely positioned between a Phase
1 restriction community, Haldimand-Norfolk and a Phase 2 restriction community, Brantford-Brant. Montour said the topic of reopening would be discussed at Wednesday’s Emergency Control Group. Chief Mark Hill said that an initial date of June 15th to start a gradual approach to open roads was being discussed and invited all council members to attend the ECG meeting for participation. Donations to Chantel Moore Councillor Helen Miller suggested Elected Council make a donation to the
fund to support surviving family of Chantel Moore, the young indigenous woman who was shot and killed by a police officer in New Brunswick. Council discussed issuing a statement of support for the families and to draw attention to the systemic injustice and danger indigenous women face when encountering police and the similarities black people in Canada and the US experience in those situations. Councillor Miller agreed to share contact details for council members to make donations to the Moore family on their own behalf.
SIX NATIONS — The Woodland Cultural Centre and the “Save the Evidence” campaign are currently taking part in a contest during the month of June called The Great Canadian Giving Challenge via CanadaHelps. org. The Great Canadian Giving Challenge is a national public contest created to benefit any registered Canadian charity. For this challenge, every $1 raised is equivalent to one chance to win an additional $20,000 on top of the raised funds. For example: $100 is equal to 100 chances. One lucky charity will receive this new grand prize (which is
double the normal amount) from CanadaHelps, as they know the charitable sector has been hit hard by COVID-19. The Save the Evidence campaign is a fundraising campaign through the Woodland Cultural Centre to raise money for the complete restoration of the Mohawk Institute Residential School, one of the last residential schools still standing in Canada. In 2013, major roof leaks at the Mohawk Institute caused significant and costly damage to the building. With such large costs to repair the building, the Woodland Cultural Centre
conducted several community consultations to gauge the level of support from the community in favor of its restoration. The results were overwhelming, with more than 98% in favor. In response, the Save the Evidence campaign was born. It’s goals in raising funds are not only for repair and restoration, but also to ensure that the physical evidence of the dark history of Residential Schools in Canada is never forgotten. Three years ago, the WCC launched a video series called Survivor Stories, and is a series of interviews from surviving community members that attended
the Mohawk Institute. The grand prize from CanadaHelps would allow the Woodland Cultural Centre to continue their important work with Mohawk Institute survivors, ensuring their history and stories are preserved. “This $20,000 prize would allow us to travel to different communities and record more Survivor Stories” says Layla Black, Marketing Coordinator at the WCC. The Woodland plans to use the money raised to travel throughout their support communities to collect and record stories of survivors and generational
survivors of residential schools. Protecting oral histories such as these is integral to what the WCC does at the Save the Evidence campaign. The children of future generations will in turn be able to learn from these stories. The Save the Evidence campaign and the WCC are asking donors to support the campaign by donating whatever they can so they have more chances to win the $20,000 grand prize from the Great Canadian Giving Challenge. All funds raised will help them to reach their goal of completing their historic and monumental project to preserve
the Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School as a “site of conscience” for all future generations. “Speaking with survivors has been the most rewarding and educational part of working at the Woodland Cultural Centre” Black told TRT staff. “Their stories have helped me understand my own trauma and given me strength and courage to relearn my language and culture.” For more information on the campaign, the challenge, history on the Mohawk Institute and information on how to donate, visit www. woodlandculturalcentre.ca.
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Ontario child care centres to reopen Friday; parents reluctant to send kids CANADIAN PRESS
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TORONTO — Child-care centres in Ontario will be allowed to reopen Friday with a long list of restrictions in place, including on the number of people per room, extra cleaning and COVID-19 screening measures. Supports need to be in place so people can return to work, as much of the province enters Stage 2 of reopening on Friday, Premier Doug Ford said. ``In this unprecedented time all parents and guardians have had the increased challenge of balancing work and family in this new normal,'' he said. ``It is no easy task in normal days, but now more than ever I know it's even tougher.'' The reopening announcement applies across the province, even though many areas _ such as the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area and some regions that border the United States _ do not yet have the green light to
enter Stage 2. Education Minister Stephen Lecce said he knows not all parents will send their kids back to child care at this time, so the province is extending an order that they won't lose their spot or be charged fees. Erin Teichman said she will not be sending her 15-month-old daughter back yet. ``I understand the rationale to open child care because I'm one of those people who can't go back to work until I get child care, but I think it's too early,'' she said. ``Child care is very touchy feely kind of thing, so if you can't go somewhere and have someone cut your hair, how am I supposed to feel safe having somebody else comfort my kid, pick them up, give them a hug? They're toddlers, they need help falling asleep, they need help eating _ don't even get started on going to the bathroom.'' Lecce acknowledged that with Friday just three days away, many centres may not be able to reopen
that quickly. ``I appreciate some operators will want to take the time to do the proper training to open up and that may take them some days and we respect that,'' he said. The government also said that individual medical officers of health can set their own timelines for reopening child care centres in their regions, if they feel Friday is too soon. Danielle Milley, whose daughter turns two on Monday, said she was ``shocked'' that child-care centres in Toronto will open at the same time as the rest of the province, and that the announcement came with so little notice. ``I also was surprised that they gave restaurants outside Toronto more (time) than they gave child-care centres to reopen,'' she said. ``I'm not entirely comfortable with necessarily sending her back yet, but at the same time, my husband and I both work full-time, so we need it.'' Amy O'Neill, who op-
erates Treetop Children's Centre in Toronto, said there was no notice to the sector. ``I'm in complete shock and disbelief,'' said O'Neill. Operators will be required to limit the number of kids and staff in a defined space to 10 people, and existing legal requirements for ratios of children to staff will remain in place. O'Neill said she had been fielding calls all afternoon from parents wondering how she would decide which families get the spaces. ``It's not up to individual operators to prioritize space, that's a public policy decision that has to come from the government,'' she said. ``I can't in all good faith pick and choose who comes back to my centre...It can't be put on the backs of operators to scramble on three days' notice on who can return and who cannot.'' The Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care called for additional funding to assist centres while they operate at a reduced
capacity. Lecce said that stabilization funding announced several weeks ago to help the sector with fixed operating costs will continue. Rules for reopening child cares will be similar to the emergency ones that have been operating for children of essential workers _ one of which saw a cluster of COVID-19 cases. If a case occurs in a child-care setting, the centre will be shut down for sanitation, Ford said. The new measures include increased cleaning, screening all staff and children for symptoms prior to entry, and barring visitors from the centre, including parents except in emergencies. The ministry said centres should arrange for pick-up and drop-offs to happen outside and parents shouldn't go past the screening area. Officials with the Ministry of Education said most staff will probably want to wear some personal protective equipment and there will be some funding available for that, while acknowledging it won't be
practical to expect young children to wear masks. The ministry is directing staff to use blankets over their clothing while holding infants and toddlers, and changing the blankets between children. Any toys not made of material that can be cleaned and disinfected will have to be removed, as will communal water tables and sensory tables. Operators are being encouraged to spread children out in different areas as much as possible, using more individual activities, and staggering or alternating lunchtime and outdoor playtime. Meanwhile, Ontario reported 230 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, and 14 more deaths. That brought the total in the province to 31,090 cases, which includes 2,464 deaths and 24,829 recoveries. The number of people in hospital with COVID-19 and those in intensive care dropped slightly, but the number of people on ventilators rose.
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Six Nations urges community safety, issues heat warning STAFF REPORT
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OHSWEKEN — The Medical Officer of Health for the Brant County has issued a heat warning on June 9. Temperatures across Southern Ontario are expected to soar with the humidex going into the high 30s, possibly inching toward the 40 degree mark Wednesday as the region is covered by a tropical air mass. Heat warnings are issued when Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts a maximum daily temperature higher than 31 degrees Celsius during the day and a minimum temperature of 21 degrees Celsius during the evening, or a humidex higher than 40 degrees Celsius. The alert will stay in effect until a cancellation notice is issued. Six Nations of the Grand
River issued a statement alerting community members, the elderly and infants and people with chronic medical conditions to take precautions during this heat spell. Be aware of the symptoms of heat related illness including: extreme thirst and decreased urination, dizziness or fainting, rapid breathing, vomiting, and rapid heartbeat. If you or someone you know is experiencing any of the above symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. The council and Ohsweken Public Health also said that negative health impacts can still be felt even after the weather cools off, so be sure to check-in on your loved ones regularly. Some safety tips to consider during a heat warning are; to seek shelter in a cool shaded place, sit or lie down and apply cool water to your face, drink water every 15 to 20 minutes, stay in the shade
as much as possible and apply sunscreen lotion and UVA and/or wear UVB protected sunglasses if you must be outdoors. As well, it is reminded to never leave a child or pet in a parked vehicle, avoid extreme physical activity outdoors during while the heat warning is in effect, wear hat and loose-fitting clothing, take a cool bath/shower or cool down with wet towels. Avoiding heavy meals and using your oven, and keeping electric lights turned off, and window coverings such as curtains and blinds are closed. Six Nations Parks and Recreation facilities continue to be closed to the public at this time. Plans will be announced publicly as soon as they are finalized. For more information regarding how to stay safe during a heat wave, please contact the Ohsweken Public Health at 519-445-2672.
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Truth-seeking By Quinlyn Staats What a time to be alive! There are so many new and old ways of life (and the understandings of life) floating around us and being constantly shoved down our throats by all forms of media and communications. Everybody in your social circle has their own opinions on what is right and what is wrong, and it’s all accessible within a moments time. We are living in a time where we can see the thoughts of every person we know; all at once, and most people aren’t holding back when it comes to making a strongly worded Facebook status about it. If there are certain things, or topics of discussion we’d never taken the time to form an opinion on, now is the time to form one (and in a hurry) as we are being aggressively pulled in every which direction by our friends and families. They say we are living in the age of information…but how much of this readily available information is fact versus fiction? How much of this information is legitimate versus opinion? How much of it is right, and how much of it is wrong, and most importantly: how do we find our own truths while our brains and hearts are so over-saturated with what everybody else thinks For me, things are pretty scary in the world we live in right now. It feels as though humanity has come to a boiling point and is ready to blow at any second. I have been spending the majority of the past three months at my family’s farm trying to avoid any forms of media unless absolutely necessary, while still considering pertinent local and global issues and my own educated and heart filled truths on such matters. Instead of reading the “comments section” on news articles to get a sense of all sides and opinions, I’ve found it much more peaceful to search my heart for its own questions and answers. Of course, all answers don’t live within me. So I educate, then contemplate, free of any direct influence. A couple days ago I made my way through the bush at the family farm, with the intention of taking a break from trying to figure out where I stand on the things that have happened so far this year and where things may be going. It was this moment that I decided to turn
my brain off, which was constantly trying to process the endless content being thrown at it, that a gift was given to me by Creator and truth was found within my heart. As I walked through the trees I found two feathers, about six feet apart from each other: both different in size and colour. They were from two different kinds of bird both seeking shelter under the canopy of the trees. Not thinking too deeply about them, I collected the feathers (knowing that there were spirits trying to guide me on something) and continued on my walk. I knew that trying too hard to seek the message would be pointless and that all would be revealed within time. As I made my way back through the fields, I came across two more feathers. Again, both were different in size, colour, and from different birds. I knew this could not be a coincidence, and my heart and spirit were now at attention. Not knowing their message, I again collected the other two feathers, making my way back to my family members by the ponds. After a couple days, I finally deciphered the message which hid deep in my heart and suddenly popped into my brain without anticipation. Two feathers…two times. It was a message of balance: of the two sides to almost anything —the yin and yang. There is an up to every down, a hot to every cold, a good to every evil. Without both sides there is no balance, one needs the other to exist. There’s a connectedness between all energies and spirits — and like Nature, we are meant to coexist in harmony. As I contemplated this more deeply, another message was received. Two plus two is four. When I see four, I immediately think of the medicine wheel and the four directions. Suddenly, my heart, body, spirit and mind were all at ease. Perhaps we don’t know where things are headed, but if we follow the principles of balancing the medicine wheel and have faith in the balance of Nature and its energies, and the spirits around us trying to guide us, we might all just make it out of this thing together, in solidarity. Look within your heart. Let the spirits guide you. Your own truths are waiting inside of you.
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An Open Letter to Canadians: Canada Must Commit to Action against Systemic Racism We stand on the precipice of change. We are looking down an untravelled path that will lead us from the darkness of hate and racism into the light of a loving, caring and just society. Will we finally have the courage to walk together and say enough is enough? After this immediate crisis is over, we must commit and follow through with the needed action so that it never happens again. This is the work required by all people in Canada. Together we watched George Floyd's tragic and heart-wrenching murder at the hands of the Minneapolis Police on May 25, 2020. Two days later, Regis Korchinski-Paquet, an Anishinabe-kwe/Black woman, fell to her death during a 'wellness' checkin Toronto attended by the Toronto Police Service. Then on Thursday, June 4/20, Chantal Moore, a Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation woman, was shot and killed by the RCMP during a "wellness" check-in Edmundston, New Brunswick. These represent the types of tragic outcomes attributed to systemic racism toward Black Indigenous People of Colour (BIPOC). We stand with the Black community. Canada in the midst of an identity problem. To the rest of the world, Canada is one of the most peaceful, progressive, inclusive societies in the world. It is a society that the rest of the world envies. But the reality is systemic racism runs rampant and is deeply rooted in Canadian society. This is most evident in the race
relations between many police services (RCMP, SQ, TBPS, OPP) and BIPOC. Despite the mandate to protect and serve, the current policing system is often used to oppress our peoples, which is demonstrated by the overrepresentation of BIPOC in the criminal justice system. Calls by the Black community to defund the police is a call to action that we must examine and support. I ask Canadians to be aware of how racism lives and moves and looks in everything around you. Make a personal commitment to change the narrative by listening, challenging racism, educating yourself and sharing your power, space and platforms. Call upon your leaders to include the true history of how this country was founded. Include in the curriculum the past injustices inflicted upon BIPOC. Include the racist Acts and pieces of legislation that helped to oppress BIPOC and continues to feed the Colonial state allowing only a select few to benefit. This is a moment to learn. Indigenous Elders have said, this coronavirus has come for a reason, it has come to teach us something. One thing is obvious; this pandemic has reminded us of our shared humanity. As the world experienced lockdowns, the majority of us stayed home and expressed a collective concern for our fellow humans' health and well-being. Perhaps for the first time in our modern human experience, we understood we are truly in this together.
As such, it was especially shattering to watch a fellow human killed when we were all working toward preserving health and saving lives. George Floyd became 'everyman,' who was experiencing real anguish, and when he cried out for his mother, we all understood. In the days ahead, we must hold onto our collective concern and do more than dream a new dream together. We must create concrete plans that include investing in safety and security for everyone, and this means moving away from paramilitary organizations. We must construct the new reality rather than just talk about it, or take a knee in a protest. The real work is beginning, and that is the untravelled path that we must take. If you feel small and insignificant in the grand scheme of things, remember change is possible. Will you continue to participate in this change? Long after the cameras have stopped rolling and the protesting in the streets has stopped? Will you look at what changes you can begin to make right in your own homes to make the lives of all Canadians, including BIPOC, as wonderful as the rest of the world believes Canada to be. It is essential to harness our collective compassion to create a more just society and root ourselves in a deep and abiding love and care for one another. I'll do my part. What about you?
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Column: Who speaks for the Indigenous First Nation peoples on reserve? By Rachael Snow As the Covid19 lockdown took effect in March and April, activists were reporting pipeline construction activity continuing in BC. The BC government did nothing to stop this, despite objections and open letters from groups like the Union of BC Indian Chiefs who called upon the provincial government to honour Wet’suwet’en Title and Rights. Instead, the BC government classified pipeline construction an “essential service.” In the opening months of 2020, the nation was gripped by ongoing, prolonged protests, blockades and civil actions by activists and First Nations across the country in support of Wet’suwet’en sovereignty for its Hereditary Chiefs. The conflict around this particular pipeline was 10 years in the making, but with millions locked inside their homes for fear of a worsening pandemic, by the end of May the Alberta government gleefully touted that this was “a great time” for building pipelines. Who does this “great time” benefit? Is it a “great time” for CEO’s, shareholders and foreign lending institutions that profit from resource extraction off of stolen Indian lands? Is this a “great time” for industries that have
systemically monopolized resource extraction, raped and pillaged sacred lands, and made a mockery of consultative practices with First Nations traditional resource owners? Canada, under Trudeau, desperately wants to avoid this question. They allowed the industry unprecedented freedom to continue operations even though there were ongoing risks. Then they defended the pipeline industry by providing a bailout to all oil and gas that was widely panned by conservatives and industry insiders. And for what? They’ve only shown who they really are: shills for corporate interests. Now as we reach the end of the first wave of this pandemic, and brace for the second, they’ve stoked the fire for ‘profit at all costs’ and thrown Indigenous interests under the bus yet again. Carolyn Bennett has been heading the Indian Affairs “Indigenous Relations” office for five years. Let that sink in a moment. What has she accomplished? How have the lives of Indigenous people been improved? How has your land suffered? The Trudeau-Bennett traveling shit show is failing the people, the land and more importantly the climate. Climate change is real and is happening at
an alarming pace. We do not need bogus carbon tax summits or carbon credits to know that industries are killing off natural cycles, whole species and finally, all life. Indigenous people have been stewarding this land for thousands of years. Pockets of Indigenous people are trying to fight the rape and plunder of land, water and natural resources by the very interests that the Trudeau government is propping up with bailouts and bridges. And the Indigenous people who remember their stewarding roles and ancestral obligations are becoming fewer and fewer. For the Wet’suwet’en, the hereditary chiefs voiced their opposition to pipeline development in 2010. After nationwide support opened the door to negotiation for a better alternative for Mother Earth and their sacred lands, but as the story unfolded, the hereditary chiefs sadly succumbed to working with the federal government by signing an MOU that essentially gave the power to the federal government to continue working on their pipeline. Nothing was accomplished. The federal government recognized that they have to speak to the First Nations Hereditary Chiefs, not just elected chiefs that
follow an Indian Affairs process. This means that there the systems of governance in place prior to settlement continued to exist despite colonization, confederation and the Canadian legal system. Unfortunately, even if the Indigenous First Nations have their original systems in place they are forced to deal with colonial thinking governments, whose main role is to impose the myths of jurisdiction and authority. This continues to be the problem facing the Indigenous First Nations in Canada. They have signed agreements to share the land and resources yet they are the most impoverished people on their own lands. During the Covid19 pandemic, Indigenous First Nations cordoned off reserve boundaries in an act of sovereignty. This assertion of jurisdiction was met with anger and push back from provincial and federal colonial powers. In northern Manitoba, protests erupted to stop possibly infected hydro workers from travelling by a number of reserves. In this instance, Indigenous peoples’ safety is paramount. However, because colonization process a caveat is that it is difficult to assert whether this is an act of sovereignty or
an act to modify existing access agreements. This is the difficulty that bands are facing internally. Who speaks for the Indigenous First Nation peoples on reserve? Again, this is not a simple analysis. There are reserves that are situated with difficult or seasonal access routes. There are reserves that are beside municipal or rural counties that are unable to completely regulate their own boundaries. In addition to land, the mindset of Nation members is a factor. Some reserves have more than half their population leaving because of inadequate housing, limited jobs or no new opportunities. Thus, Nation members may not have ties or reasons to defend the last spaces held in trust for future generations. Case law made in the whiteman’s court room mislabeled as “aboriginal law” made the decision for off reserve band members to have full voting rights. What is the right path? If Indigenous First Nations have band members who hold ancestral values and teachings, they are receptive to eternal land protection. But if Indigenous First Nations have alienated band members by nepotism or favoritism in housing and jobs, then band members owe their nation, nothing. Or if
Indigenous First Nations are individualistic thinkers believing Trudeau’s myth of indigenous Canadian-hood, they will sell the land. There are many complexities challenging Indigenous First Nation land, governance and resource issues. This complex analysis must include residential and intergenerational traumas, the resultant dysfunction, addictions, and poverty. Poorly devised Indian Affairs programs brought initial harms but now they are saviors with repackaged programs or policies? What then is the solution? The truths of the First Nation Indigenous people are written in the sacred places, in the early morning birdsongs, in the seasons, ceremonies and songs of the land. They have not diminished. These truths are salvation for all people and all Creation. It is time for Indigenous First Nations to remember their teachings and purpose and to begin affirming this position across this land. We do not need Indian Affairs or the Federal government or Canadians to tell us what the future will hold, we need to start shaping the future for all things, including those that would destroy themselves.
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Indigenous People’s Month celebrated online this year By Cory Bilyea National Indigenous People’s Month is looking a lot different this year. Every June, Indigenous and non-Indigenous people observe National Indigenous History Month, which provides an opportunity to honour the heritage, contributions, and cultures of First Nation, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada. This June, people are still doing things to celebrate but they are a little different. Normal celebrations, colourful and proud, will not be happening this year, as the world is gripped between a rock and a hard place, with the pandemic putting people into seclusion. Much of what is happening this year is online. A Facebook page called Social Distance Powwow started shortly after the pandemic began says, “Many vendors, dancers, singers have been horribly affected by this virus shutdown. This forum is for all to share their creator given talents and be supported. Let’s all spread love and positivity!!!” Another Facebook page called Social Distance Marketplace has built a platform to help vendors who work all winter to make their crafts and art, and normally go on the “powwow trail” all summer. Since there are no powwows or Indigenous Day/Month celebration this year, this has helped
Kelly “Frantastic” Davis and her daughter Jade Davis stop for a photo at the Conestoga College Powwow in February, one of the only powwows to happen this year due to the pandemic. CORY BILYEA, PHOTO
almost 15,000 vendors and buyers connect. The healing dance of the Jingle Dress dancers has been performed all across Turtle Island, with social media posts going viral and prompting many people to don their regalia and dance alone or with family, on their porches, in their yards or their living rooms, praying for healing to the land and the people. Kelly Davis, owner and operator of FrantasticHealth - Two Row Education Services has started an online video program called “Haudenosaunee Moments,” where she is sharing her knowledge with her followers. Davis is well versed in Haudenosaunee culture and history, a speaker of the language, and a proud mother of 5 children. In Kitchener, the community has come together to create a seed sharing program, and are planting traditional gardens in their yards. The food
grown will be shared with the communities most vulnerable who are unable to access traditional, healthy food from local organizations, like the food bank. Local Inuit resident, Shantell Powell has turned her backyard into a garden, saying, "Along with other people in the community, I have been gardening and foraging to assist with Indigenous food sovereignty. Folks from KW have been donating space, plants, seeds, money, etc. to assist.” Along with the garden, Powell is also learning about medicinal uses for plants and has begun making things like cedar tea and spruce tip jelly to share with the community. Lori Campbell is the Director of the University of Waterloo's Indigenous Student Centre and is a strong advocate for Indigenous rights and sovereignty. She was invited to speak at a Black Lives Matters demonstration in Kitchener, after the senseless killing of George Floyd in the United States sparked the growing movement. “I think our solidarity is extremely important,” she said. She told thousands of people who attended the rally, “I stand in solidarity with Black sisters, brothers, and the Queer Black community today and every day.” “It will take all of us to stand together and speak out, to send a clear mes-
sage that systemic racism, in all of its forms, must be addressed in this country if we truly want to achieve justice for all. And I know that you do because you are all here today.” Currently, she is baking fourteen dozen pieces of bannock every week, that she makes outside, because “there is a lot of grease.” Community people have donated huge sacks of flour and someone lent her another electric frying pan. Just over half goes directly to the community. Some weeks it goes to ‘A Better Tent City,’ to fill a gap, and other times it goes to Indigenous community members who lack food security. “The rest of frybread I share for pick up at my house in exchange for cash donations to either tent city or the local Indigenous fundraiser to support local organizations.” In Ohsweken, Everything Cornhusk owner Elizabeth Doxtator is honouring this year's graduates with a special collection of cornhusk figures. “I put these in the window at the shop,” she said, “to acknowledge graduates and their important role at this time in history.” The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, normally held in Ottawa has announced an online version of the celebration. On their website, they announced, "The Sum-
mer Solstice Indigenous Festival – Virtual Edition will take place from June 1 – 21, 2020! Tune in for “live” Indigenous music and dance performances including virtual competition Pow Wow specials in partnership with the Social Distance Pow Wow. Register for Indigenous culinary and art workshops and receive a "Manitou" spirit box with all of your supplies to follow along at home; learn from Elder teachings; shop at the Virtual Marketplace to support all of talented artisans and vendors. Education Days are back for students and teachers as well as lots of fun activities for families at home.” All around Turtle Island people are standing up and coming together as a large community, looking out for one another, checking in with each other, and picking up the tools that will make sure that everyone will eat, have love and friendship. The elders are speaking, sharing knowledge on social media platforms, people are drumming together online, joining each other in spirit to send prayers up, the online movement is bringing together all nations in solidarity. The collective voices of all people are raising their voices for change. National Indigenous Month may be a lot different this year but in a lot of ways, it is so much better.
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premiers later in the week. Trudeau says a look at the distribution of COVID-19 cases in large cities such as Toronto and Montreal shows that black people have been disproportionately hit by the pandemic. Trudeau says poverty and inequality are underlying factors that need to be addressed, and that includes reviewing spending decisions on the RCMP Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer says removing funding from the RCMP because of allegations of racism and brutality won't make Canadians any safer. He says the RCMP and other police forces need to do more to stamp out systemic racism, but that doesn't mean taking away funding. ``I don't believe that defunding the RCMP would make Canadians safer,'' he said Monday. ``I believe we have to look at aspects within our police forces and stamp out systemic racism where it exists and put in measures to ensure nobody is mistreated or treated differ-
ently because of the colour of their skin or their ethnic background.'' Scheer and Trudeau were speaking today in response to several incidents across the country, including allegations of police brutality from a First Nations chief in Alberta and the fatal police shooting of a 26-year-old Indigenous woman from British Columbia in Edmundston, N.B. Public Safety Minister Bill Blair, who is a former Toronto police chief, says in a tweet that the government is ``deeply concerned'' by the Alberta allegations, which were made Saturday by Athabasca Chipewyan Chief Allan Adam. But Scheer calls the government hypocritical because Blair was the Toronto police chief when the controversial practice of carding was in effect. Thousands of protesters returned to Montreal streets on Sunday to speak against racism, systemic discrimination and police brutality, following other Canadian communities that held marches this weekend.
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OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he's planning to push provincial premiers to equip police with body-worn cameras as a rapid, substantive solution to allegations of racism and brutality. The cameras document police officers' interactions with the public and Trudeau says they're one relatively simple way to address complaints that police in Canada treat racialized people unfairly. He says fixing centuries of racial injustice won't happen overnight but recent protests have shown him that more needs to be done quickly. ``The challenges that I've heard are more logistical and economic concerns about remote areas, and the way those cameras would work,'' Trudeau said Monday. ``But yes, it is something that is, in my opinion, what we need to move forward with.'' Trudeau says he raised the issue with RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki in a call Monday and he'll pursue it with the provincial
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N.W.T. First Nations community gets UN award for work on new national park
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NEW YORK — A remote community in Canada's North has been awarded a major United Nations prize for decades of work to help create a new national park and vast protected area. The Equator Prize recognizes innovative solutions to tackle biodiversity loss, climate change and economic resiliency. The Lutsel K'e Dene in the Northwest Territories are one of 10 winners worldwide, the first time in the prize's 11-year history it has been given in Canada. ``It feels like all the time and energy that went into the creation has left a mark,'' said Steve Nitah, who helped negotiate the deal that led to Thaidene Nene on the east arm of Great Slave Lake. ``It's beneficial not only to Lutsel K'e, but as an example to the world that can be replicated.'' Thaidene Nene — Land of the Ancestors — protects 26,376 square kilometres of pristine waters and healthy forest. About 14,000 square kilometres
is managed as a national park, with another 12,000 square kilometres under territorial legislation with similar protection. Its boreal forest and tundra is threaded with lakes, rivers and waterfalls. The lake boasts spectacular cliffs and islands and some of the deepest freshwater in North America. Wildlife in the area includes moose, muskox, wolves, bears, wolverines, caribou and many species of birds and fish. The management deal, signed last summer, gave four local First Nations an unprecedented role in the park's operation. The deal took more than 50 years to work out. Overlapping land claims and concerns about mineral resources complicated the talks and about 8,000 square kilometres originally proposed for it were removed because of potentially valuable deposits. What was eventually agreed to benefits everyone, Nitah said. He said
local people are already working as guardians and industry now has clear and stable rules. Park infrastructure is being developed to welcome visitors. ``That's economic stimulus in hard-to-stimulate areas of the country,'' said Nitah. ``That's the road to reconciliation.'' He said the deal is a model for future parks and protected areas. The award comes with a $10,000 prize. It also comes with an invitation to join events associated with the UN General Assembly, the UN Nature Summit and the Global Climate Week in late September. ``This prize will give a platform to speak about the need for respectful relationships all around,'' said Nitah. ``We have to honour our territories and our land and have a respectful relationship with them and treat them as a source of life. I think that's a message that's needed today.''
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Oak Park Road Extension Municipal Class Environmental Assessment The City of Brantford, through consulting firm Parsons Inc., is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study for the extension of Oak Park Road between the Kramer’s Way/Hardy Road intersection and Colborne Street West. This project is being carried out under the planning and design process for a Schedule C project as outlined in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 and 2015). The extension is intended to improve overall traffic operations and accommodate population and employment growth in the City by helping to connect communities, alleviate traffic demand on existing local routes, reduce travel times, and support future developments. Previous transportation master plans and the most recent Transportation Master Plan (TMP) Update (2014) recommends the extension include a four-lane arterial road with a crossing over the Grand River. This study will build off the Brantford Corridor Study 1981, the recommendations of the City’s TMP Update, and the Oak Park Road Extension Feasibility Study 2019, that evaluated technical alternatives for the Oak Park Road extension. The Oak Park Road Extension Class EA will: • Assess / confirm the need and justification for the extension of Oak Park Road • Identify and evaluate a range of alternative solutions and design concepts to support traffic demand and growth, while also considering impacts on natural, cultural and socio-economic environments • Develop a preliminary design and identify mitigation measures for environmental impacts to be carried forward into subsequent project phases Consultation with the public, relevant technical agencies and stakeholder groups is a key element of the Class EA study. To facilitate this, Public Information Centres (PICs) will be held to present project information and progress. PIC notices will be advertised during the study and mailed to agencies and stakeholders to provide opportunities for involvement in the study. Upon completion of the study, an Environmental Study Report (ESR) will be prepared and made available for a 30-day public review period. The ESR will document the Municipal Class EA planning and decision-making process undertaken.
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In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Two Rivers Community Development Centre through assistance provided by the Government of Canada, is taking action to ensure that Aboriginal business owners impacted by Covid-19 have access to the support they require.
The Covid-19 Loan Program is designed as an emergency measure to support small business owners in meeting their immediate cash flow needs. These funds are not intended to replace or duplicate government or other bank/lender emergency financing available to businesses in Canada. The loan programs delivered by Two Rivers do not require businesses to be registered with Canada Revenue Agency. Maximum financial assistance: $40,000 comprised of 75% loan, 25% is non-repayable provided the loan is repaid in full by Dec. 31, 2022.
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Six Nations lacrosse star Brendan Bomberry gives words of encouragement NEIL BECKER
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During what has been a trying time, National Lacrosse League star Brendan Bomberry had some words of encouragement for indigenous youth and up and coming athletes. With summer sports at a compete standstill due to the COVID-19 pandemic, current Georgia Swarm player and Six Nations resident Bomberry taped an inspirational message on YouTube during what is currently National Indigenous History Month. In the message Bomb-
Georgia Swarm star and Six Nations resident Brendan Bomberry took some time to express during these trying times an inspirational message towards the Indigenous youth. In the message, which was posted on You Tube, Bomberry wished everyone well, and urged the youth to keep up with their school work, athletics PHOTO and to take advantage of this extra time with family.
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erry said, “I just want to wish you guys well and hope you’re taking advantage of all the extra time you have with your family. And as well as keeping up with your schoolwork. I know it’s tough, and these times are crazy right now but it will feel so worth it when we get all done.” Bomberry also went on to add, “I hope you guys are keeping your stick or kicking your soccer ball, basketball, whatever sport you play in your hand. I hope you’re staying up to date with it and uh, your season will be here before you know it. Have a good one.” Drafted first round seventh overall in the
2018 NLL draft by the Swarm, Bomberry burst on the scene with 17 points (7 goals, 10 assists), 61 loose balls and 10 turnovers. His solid season didn’t go unnoticed as he was picked for the 2019 NLL All-Rookie team. This past season, in what was a campaign cut short due to COVID-19, Bomberry played 12 games where he registered a goal and eight points. The many highlights in Bomberry’s overall lacrosse career include starring for the University of Denver and University of Syracuse along with experiencing on numerous opportunities
the thrill of representing Team Iroquois; two years ago he helped them to win bronze at the 2018 FIL Championships in Netanya Israel. Another huge moment for Bomberry came during a standout Junior ‘A’ career with the Six Nations Arrows where he played a huge role in helping them win two straight Minto Cups in 2014 and at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena in 2015, where Bomberry finished up his junior ‘A’ career by winning tournament MVP. For the past three years Bomberry has played for the Major Series Lacrosse squad Six Nations Chiefs.
adapting a more culturally appropriate language and terminology, along with developing quality relationships with the Canadian Lacrosse Association and Indigenous organizations. Doxtator’s lacrosse track record also included a one- time stint as President for the Major Series Lacrosse team, Six Nations Chiefs. He also played a significant role in creating history when back in 2017, he assisted with the 150th anniversary celebration of lacrosse, which consisted in a couple of re-enactment Indigenous games played from the past. “It’s a high honor for the community,” Sandy said. “I used to room with Rusty in the early 90’s in Toronto. He was laid back
but could be stern. This (community) is the center of lacrosse, where individuals are recognized for their accomplishments.” The year 2017, was in fact a special year to remember for Doxtator who held the title CLA convener in Six Nations where the Presidents Cup tournament was being held. “Rusty was an integral member of the CLA’s Board of Directors for many years,” CLA President Shawn Williams said. “This award will be presented to Rusty’s family later this year in his honour. His contributions to lacrosse and to celebrating our sport’s indigenous roots live on.” Unfortunately, the CLA suffered a huge loss when Doxtator passed away
in Feb, 2020. His many legacies include organizing a positive image campaign which consisted of stickers being handed out with the important message saying, “Honour Our Game.” The underlying message of course was to provide a positive upbeat fun atmosphere and experience for the sport of lacrosse. Another legacy that Doxtator leaves behind is being on the Canada Games Committee and playing a role in making history by getting lacrosse included in the 2021 Canada Summer Games. No doubt, it was a huge moment for Rusty Doxtator’s family and for all of Six Nations when the Canadian Lacrosse Association made this decision official.
Rusty Doxtator named 2020 Lester B. Pearson Award winner
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The late Rusty Doxtator has been named winner of the 2020 Lester B. Pearson Award. “I think he would have been humbled by the award,” Director of Operations for Iroquois Lacrosse, Kevin Sandy said. Sandy, who was a good friend of Doxtator also added, “He was a very humble individual who liked others to get credit as well. I think he would have been honored.” Prior to the Canadian Lacrosse Association making the decision official, Sandy had already been informed that Doxtator had indeed won the
award. “I knew the award was coming,” Sandy said. “I got hold of Rusty’s daughter Seqouya Phillips -Doxtator.” According to Sandy, Phillips- Doxtator’s reaction was, “That’s awesome for my father to be awarded with a lacrosse honour.” This prestigious award, which is presented to a member of the Canadian Lacrosse community, recognizes such tangible assets as sportsmanship and leadership. Another attribute the Lester B. Pearson Award stands for is giving back to the game by volunteering countless hours in helping young Canadians improve their game both mentally and physically while getting that confidence in
taking the next step. ‘Rusty is a deserving recipient of the Lester B. Pearson Award,” Terry Rowland, CLA Director of Marketing said. “He dedicated many years to lacrosse and now is the perfect time to recognize his accomplishments and show gratitude for all that he did for the sport of lacrosse in Canada.” Sporting an impressive lacrosse resume, Doxtator held such prestigious positions as Indigenous Director on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Lacrosse Association over a five- year span from starting in 2014 until November, 2019 where during this time he excelled at chairing the CLA Indigenous Development Committee Meetings, assisting the CLA with
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Ross and Gaylord Powless to make Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame history NEIL BECKER
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History will be made in 2021, when Six Nations lacrosse legend Ross Powless takes his place in Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In what was obviously a proud moment for the Six Nations Community, it was made public on Wednesday, May 27th that Powless was among the elected hall of fame class consisting of six athletes and five builders who will be enshrined into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this class will have to wait until 2021, before the official induction is held. In what will be a historic making event Ross Powless, who will be inducted into the Builders category, will along with his late son Gaylord Powless, be the first father and son lacrosse duo to be members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, and the fourth father and son duo. “I feel proud,” Richard Powless, who is one of Ross Powless’ sons said. “Proud and happy. He helped get minor lacrosse and hockey in the (Six Nations) community. He won several championships.” Richard Powless also added about his late father’s nomination, “It was elation. It was happiness and sadness he couldn’t be
On May 27, Ross Powless was among the 2020/2021 class to be inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. Powless, who passed away in 2003 at 76 years of age, was inducted into the Builders Category. This induction will prove historic as he joins his late son Gaylord Powless who become the first father and son duo elected into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In total, there are six athletes and five PHOTO OBTAINED BY TRT builder who will be inducted sometime in 2021.
here.” Meanwhile Ross Powless, who will be the eighth lacrosse member of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, unfortunately passed away in 2003 at the age of 76. “I think he would have been humbled and proud to represent his community,” Ross Powless’ granddaughter Gaylene Powless said. As a player, one of Powless greatest moments came during the 1950’s, when in his prime he
starred for the Peterborough Timbermen, where he achieved that ultimate goal of winning four straight Mann Cup championships in 1951, ’52, ’53 and ’54. Recognized for his dominant play, in ’53, after that third Mann Cup, Powless took home the Mike Kelley Memorial Trophy as the Mann Cup series MVP. Considered the father of modern lacrosse, Powless continued to dominate. Making the transition to a player/coach of the Hamil-
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in Gaylord, Gary, Harry and Greg. “He assembled several good teams. There are some really good lacrosse players here. (In community) I’m just proud,” Ross Powless said. The high point in coaching the Warriors wasn’t just coaching four of his sons, but also in 1968 winning the Canadian Senior ‘B’ Championship. Continuing to make his mark on the game, Powless was instrumental in creation of the Iroquois Nations Cup Tournament during the 1960’s and 1970’s. Powless, who coached native and non-native teams to various championships, experienced a huge thrill in 1974, when he created life long memories by coaching and winning a national title with the Ontario First Nations team, which had six of his sons playing on it. This event took place in Nanaimo B.C. In total, Ross and wife Wilma Powless had 14 children named Gaylord, Gail, Gary, Audrey, Greg, Harry, Arlene, Richard, Victor, Darryl, Karen, Tony, Jeff and Jacqui. One of Ross Powless’ daughter, Gail Powless Ayres, referred to the news of her father getting inducted as a proud moment for the family. “I just cried,” Ayres said. “It was something we talked about after Gaylord got inducted. That we needed to do this for dad.”
lacrosse.” Back on March 12th, the league stepped in and officially suspended remaining regular season games due to the growing concern of COVID-19. It wasn’t until a few weeks later, on April 6th, when it was decided that due to health reasons and safety, the campaign would not be finished, while the possibility of playoffs remained up in the air. No decisions were made regarding National Lacrosse League post-season until early June when NLL Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz came out with a public news release informing players, manage-
ment and fans alike that they were going to scrap the playoffs and turn their attention towards preparing for the 2021 campaign. “After an exhaustive effort weighing all of the factors, including the health and safety of our players and staff, immigration challenges, and the resources required to execute a post- season tournament under the current circumstances, our senior leadership and Board have agreed to redirect our attention to planning for next season,” Sakiewicz said.
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Powless experienced the ultimate thrill by playing against his son Gaylord who at the time was with the Oshawa Steelers. Two years later, in 1969 is when his standout play was really recognized as he took his rightful place into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame. “As a resident, it makes me proud that we have such talented people of all aspects in our community, and great to see recognition,” Gaylene Powless said. Making his mark in the coaching ranks, Powless proved once again that elite players can be great coaches as he coached the Canadian Senior Men’s Lacrosse squad to victory against the U.S.A. during Expo ’67 which of course was held in Montreal. Achieving success behind the bench, Powless also collected three national titles, including two years after Expo ’67, leading the Rochester Chiefs to a Can-Am Lacrosse League Championship. Showing leadership and passion for the youth, Powless played a major role in having hockey and lacrosse leagues form in the Six Nations community. His hall of fame coaching career continued to grow when during the late 1960’s and early 70’s, Powless coached the Brantford Warriors, who were a vastly talented lacrosse squad, which included four of his sons
This wasn’t the kind of history that the National Lacrosse League wanted to make. The league recently made it official that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, for the first time in the league’s 34 -year existence, playoffs have been cancelled. “I understand their decision and can’t wait for when we can play again,” Halifax Thunderbirds goalie Warren Hill said. “It was definitely disappointing and was something I was looking forward to. Especially with everything going on and no summer
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SIX NATIONS POLICE Constable - Contract Position Applications for a contract position for Constable with the Six Nations Police are now being called for. All applicants must fill out a standard application form available at the Six Nations Police Station. CRITERIA for applicants are as follows: Minimum Requirements to be considered for a career in First Nations Policing with the Six Nations Police Service, you must: - Be 19 years of age or over and able to provide an official birth certificate or proof of age; - Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position having regard to your own safety and the safety of members of the public - Have successfully completed at least 4 years of Secondary School education or its equivalent (official transcripts and diplomas will be required) - Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people would consider being trustworthy and having integrity, with no criminal record; - certified by a physician to be fit for duty as a front line Six Nations Police Constable and able to pass physical tests which are required in the recruiting process - Possess a valid driver’s license with no more than 6 accumulated demerit points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges - Be able to pass a security clearance as well as background investigation, credit card and reference checks If you have any criminal convictions under a Federal Statute you must obtain a pardon. Special Requirements – for the Six Nations Police Service, in order to address the unique and at times urgent needs of the Six Nations of the Grand River Community and Haudenosaunee culture, additional requirements include: - Extensive knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory - A sound understanding of Haudenosaunee culture, customs, traditions and social political issues of the Six Nations of the Grand River - Six Nations of the Grand River Band Membership/Citizenship and residency is considered a preferred asset and - Membership or extensive working experience with any Indigenous Nation will also be considered an asset Desirable Qualifications: • Six Nations Band member preferred Assets: • Previous policing related experience • Law and security courses, etc. Closing Date: Applications must be received by 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 2, 2020 Applications in complete form are to be mailed or hand delivered to: Six Nations Police P.O. Box 758 2112 4th Line Road Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0 Attention: Policing Administrator For further information, please contact the Policing Administrator at 519-445-4191.
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It is with great sadness the family announces the sudden passing of Linda Katherine Smith (age 62). Mother of Tera (Garrett), and Todd (Lisa). Nana to Tasha, Tyler (Kalisha), Aysha, Keysha, Caleisha, and the late baby Garrett, and Jordan. Great gramma to Anakin and his dog Ned. Sister to Eugene (Helen), Ellen (Darryl), Mary (Stan), Jonas (LuAnne), Lu, Brian, Judy, and the late Peggy Smith. Aunty and great aunt to several nieces and nephews. She is now reunited with her beloved partner Lewton (Hoody) Williams and her parents Grace (Dolly) Huff and Jonas (Doby) Smith. She will be missed by many including her bingo buddies. She will be resting at her daughter’s house on 5th Line. Burial will be on Sunday June 7, 2020 at the the Salvation Army Cemetery. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home. www.rhbanderson.com
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Atkins, Alvin George passed away at age 62, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Loving husband to Franny. Loving father of Matt (Tracy), Trevor (Shelly), Jenna (Evan), George Jr. (Jy). Grandpa to 9 grandchildren, Hayden, Madalyn, Easton, Elan, Niqqy, Kyson, Frankie, Jordyn and Arlo. Brother to Yvonne, Pete (Judy), Teresa (Dean), Eva (Ron), Ruby, and Kervin (Audrey). Predeceased by mother Mary Atkins and Alvin Longboat. Mother-in-law Luda Longboat and Father-inlaw Cleveland Longboat. Uncle to several nieces and nephews. Special friend to Gary “Wacko” VanEvery, Nelson Elliott, Cecil Davis, Ron Bomberry, Mark Hill and Maurice Macdonald (predeceased). George was a 40-year member of Ironworkers local 736, a lifetime lacrosse hero to many (#16 Captain) and an avid broomball player. He will be remembered by the lacrosse community and brother ironworkers. A special thank you to our Beavers corner Hill cuzzies and Longboat family’s for always being there. George will be resting at his home 3372 6th line where a private family service will be held with burial at Christ Church to follow. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken www.rhbanderson.com
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, when faced with too many options, you may have difficulty making a final decision. This is when you may need to bring in a second opinion. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Don’t let indecisiveness get in your way, Taurus. You really know what you want deep down, so put those plans into action as soon as you can. Others may come along for the ride.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Don’t feel like you need to make sense of everything all of the time, Gemini. Sometimes things will work themselves out and will become more clear over time.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Don’t put too many eggs in one basket, Cancer. Look for different opportunities to diversify your skill set and make yourself more attractive to both acquaintances and employers. 6. Gurus 7. Horse mackerel 8. Pearl Jam’s debut album 9. Confines 10. First month of Jewish ecclesiastical year 11. Famed Idaho politician 12. Prevents from seeing 14. Indicate time 17. Male parents 20. Tab on a key ring 21. The Great Dog constellation: __ Major 23. Frying necessity 25. Former CIA 26. The leader 27. Produces 29. London soccer club 30. Closes
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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 It is hard to foster tight relationships when you do not actively work on them, Libra. Sometimes you need to take the lead and initiate contact with others.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Don’t be too hard on yourself if some poor news at work seems to be directly related to one of your assignments, Scorpio. You were only one factor in this situation. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Take as many moments as you can steal for yourself in the days to come, Sagittarius. Soon enough you will be too busy to sit and relax for any amount of time.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Friends certainly have your back, Capricorn. You must be willing to accept their assistance in your time of need. Even though you’re a giver by nature, accept the help.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it may be up to you to step up and make up some of the financial deficit in your household when you get news that affects everyone. You can quickly recover. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 New career goals may have to be put on hold for the time being, Pisces. Another issue takes precedence at the moment.
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