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With schools being closed since March, including no in-school classroom learning, students anticipating graduating this year could not attend their graduation ceremonies.These ceremonies were one of many events across the world that have been cancelled due to the pandemic. To help lift the spirits of Six Nations youth, Councillor Helen Miller approached the Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council over a month ago, with the idea of hosting a drive-by graduation. After receiving approval, Councillor Miller was tasked with spearheading the initiative. Miller not only took the pandemic and the cancellation of graduation ceremonies and turned it into something positive but she states that this is something that has been weighing heavily on her mind during her years as an elected official. “Over the 16 years of
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being a councillor, I heard from other territories how they honoured their grads. Some held community picnics. Others held community dinners. Mind you they didn’t have as many grads as Six Nations. Six Nations has over 200 grads. The list goes on of what all our people are accomplishing. The schools have their honouring ceremonies, graduations. We celebrate our children’s accomplishments as families but as a community, we haven’t had a community celebration for our graduates. The restrictions from COVID19 gave me the opportunity
to honor our graduates as a community. I’m thankful that the current SNGREC supported me to organize the event.” Around 35 graduates attended the ceremony from area elementary and highschools including: Hagersville Secondary School, McKinnon Park, BCI, Pauline Johnson, Assumption College, North Park, Waterford High, St. John’s College, I.L. Thomas, J.C. Hill, Emily C General, O.M. Smith, Kaawenni:io/ Gaweni:yo, Holy Trinity, Tollgate and Cayuga Secondary. Students lined up strategically in the parking lot at
the Gathering Place by the Grand as over 100 decorated vehicles lined up and slowly drove by the students honking and waving and showing support to all the graduating students. Many students donned their traditional regalia. Miller writes, “I appreciate all the students who came out and stood in the hot sun waiting for the cars to drive by. I was absolutely amazed at the number of parents, family and community members who came out. I am beyond words so proud of our students and community.” Students not only
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Six Nations graduates recieving congratulations at the first Drive-by Community wide graduation celebration.
received a first of its kind drive-by graduation in their honour but they also received a reusable face mask with their graduating year, a bundle of sweetgrass and a gift card. “They say it takes a community to raise a child. I say it takes a community to host a Community Drive-by Graduation,” writes Miller who stated that this is an historic event because it is the first time a community graduation has ever been held amid a pandemic on Six Nations. Miller would like to thank those who helped make this event possible: Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council; Felecia White; Dean Hill; Paul Porter; Wendy Staats; Debra and Lew; Bush and Adam Skye; Councillors Sherrilynn Hill Pierce, Nathan Wright, Michelle Bomberry and Audrey Powless Bomberry; Rod Whitlow; Amber Porter; Debra Martin; Millie Miller; Claudia Miller; Tilia and Jake Skye; Six Nations Police; Six Nations Public Works; Six Nations Health Services; Our Sustenance Program; Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation; Six Nations Bingo Hall; Tracey Anthony of Vision Artworks; CKRZ; Jukasa Radio; Jeannie Martin; Lori Skye; and, all the elementary school principals for helping with invitations.
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Housing development on Six Nations disputed land being halted Developer to build 1400 homes adjacent to reserve while Six Nations in housing crisis By Jonathan and Nahnda Garlow SIX NATIONS — “I'm not a protestor," says Skylar Williams. He says he sees himself as a defender of the land — not a protestor. "We come from a community that is divided. Divisions between the Band, the Confederacy, the Men's Fire, the other Men's Fire, the Mohawk Workers — everybody wants their say. All of that division was perpetuated by the government. If we play into that, all of these lands will be developed.” McKenzie Road runs parallel with Argyle Street in Caledonia at the southern stretch of town. There, an encampment of Six Nations members along with Williams have put up tents and flags in an attempt to stop the McKenzie Meadows housing development that has been culminating since 2003. McKenzie Meadows is located directly across the street from the former Douglas Creek Estates — the site where the years long land reclamation in 2006 took place. Phase 1 of the development will be at the McKenzie Road side of the farm lot with another housing development project, Beattie Estates, set for the other side of McKenzie Road. A total of 1400 homes are proposed between the two projects. The development of
Skylar Williams (above) is an unofficial spokesperson for the McKenzie Road landback PHOTO camp. BY JONATHAN GARLOW
thousands of homes right on Six Nations doorstep has been described as an insult to Williams. Six Nations membership is in the midst of a generational housing crisis — less than half of the community’s band membership have access to housing on the reserve in approximately 2,000 households. Craig Rohe with Upper Canada Consultants was at a community information session at the Six Nations Tourism building in April 2019 to explain the project. Rohe said archaeological studies were done on both properties and shared plans for a possible extension of Sixth Line across Argyle Street though to McKenzie Road are also being proposed for the future. According to Lonny Bomberry, Lands and Resources Director at Six Nations, the community
previously considered an accommodation deal in 2015 that would have given nearly $1.25 million dollars in funding for the Kaweni:io/Gaweniyo Immersion School to go through. That proposed accommodation was rejected by the Elected Council. “They viewed it as selling our land rights,” said Bomberry. “What they wanted was land back. So that’s the process we’ve been embarking on and working out with developers.” According to Bomberry a formula for compensation was made with the McClung Road development in the northern end of Caledonia, seeing Six Nations receive payment in the form of property that is half the value of the developable land in the proposed project. From that arrangement, Bomberry says Six Nations received 200 acres on the outskirts of Hagersville — 75 of which has been transferred to Six Nations and another 100 acres that
is in the adding to reserve process. Ballantry Homes has compensated Six Nations even though there is no legal obligation for developers to do so. In 2016 — 42.3 acres of land across from Little Buffalo was transferred to Six Nations and in 2019 Ballantry paid $352,000 to the Elected Council that was put into a trust fund for land acquisition. Williams said that the community consultation process was insufficient and that the Six Nations community at large did not agree to allowing the development to continue, even if there was a minority in favour. When asked what his goal was and whether the developer will cancel their multi-million dollar plans Williams said, "I don't care whether the developer changes his mind, I am not changing mine. If we get arrested it will send a message to Haldimand County and the Province of
Ontario that their deal with the (elected) band does not represent all 27,000 people.” TRT asked Williams if the land defenders and protestors were commissioned by HCCC or HDI to stop the development. He said that he hasn't been sent by any one group. "We've intentionally not married ourselves to one group or faction. It's really important for us to maintain that. We need the time and space to heal and come together as one voice again. I don't expect people to forget the last one hundred years of division. There's lots of work that needs to happen in our community but we can't allow development rolling up on our door step. I spent seven months in jail for (stopping) DCE, so allowing this development to continue is a slap in the face. It's was fifteen years ago but I haven't forgotten. Our communities came together, I say communities because Six Nations is broken. Whether its
Confederacy, the Band, the Workers, the Men's fires, the Christian groups, the Great Law folks, the Gaiwihyo (Handsome Lake) folks, we need to come together in some kind of meaningful way. In the meantime we can't allow unfettered development on our land especially when it comes to our front door." In an earlier interview, Bomberry told TRT the new accommodation package with Ballantry Homes does not affect Six Nations land claims on the Haldimand Tract or Plank Road. A neighbour to the housing development drove his ATV to the site to show his support and said he didn't want the new houses in his backyard either. "I can open my gate and drive my four wheeler right into the forest." He says he won't be able to after the new units are built and so for that reason he supports Williams. "This is awesome, I wish white people could do this,"
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The Six Nations land defenders are taking up camp to stop the housing development which they see as encroachment. JONATHAN GARLOW
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OHSWEKEN —On Friday, July 24, 2020, Six Nations Police executed a Controlled Drugs and Substance Act warrant at a residence on Third Line Road. Police arrived at the location and observed three males on the front porch. As officers approached the three males began throwing their cell phones and small objects off the side porch, later identified as small bags of cocaine. All three males and a young person inside the residence were taken into custody without incident. A baby was removed from the residence and was turned over to a place of safety. As a result of that
search, officers located and seized Cocaine, hydromorphone pills, 5 shotguns and a .22 calibre rifle, ammunition, cell phones, digital scale and Canadian and US currency. Two of the recovered firearms were reported stolen. Kalab Powless, 18, of Ohsweken is charged with Possession for the purpose of trafficking X2, Careless use of a firearm, Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm, Fail to comply X2, Possession Under $5000 X2, Proceeds of crime over $5000. Powless was released on an undertaking with a court date of October 1, 2020. Jacob Froman, 20, of Ohsweken is charged with Possession for the purpose of trafficking X2, Careless use of a firearm, Unauthorized possession of a firearm, Possession
Under $5000 X2, Proceeds of crime over $5000. Froman was released on an Undertaking with a court date of October 1, 2020. The young person is charged with Possession for the purpose of trafficking X2, Careless use of a firearm, Unauthorized possession of a firearm, Possession under $5000 X2, Proceeds of crime over $5000. and was released on an Undertaking with a court date of October 1, 2020. Sheldon Hill, 20, of Ohsweken is charged with Possession for the purpose of trafficking X2 , Careless use of firearm, Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm, Fail to comply, Possession Under $5000 X2, Proceeds of crime over $5000. Hill was held for a formal bail hearing.
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OHSWEKEN — On Tuesday July 21st 2020, Six Nations Police executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at 384 Chiefswood Road, on Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. The address is used as a residence which is connected to an illicit cannabis dispensary known as “Serenity Medical Dispensary”. Officers entered the building where a male and a female were taken into custody without incident. Searches of the buildings and vehicles on the property resulted in seizures of: Fentanyl, Cocaine, Oxycodone, Methamphetamine, Hydromorphone, Naloxone, Clonazepam, Illicit Cannabis, various THC products and paraphernalia, Price list, Debt Lists, surveillance
cameras, silver handgun, shotgun ammunition, stun gun and an undisclosed amount of cash. Arrested and charged are the following parties, all from Six Nations: Jason Brock Henhawk, 40, of Six Nations is charged with: Possession for the purposes of trafficking X7, Distribute illicit Cannabis, Possession for the Purpose of Distribution, Possession for the Purpose of Selling, Possession Under $5,000 X2, Possession Prohibited Weapon, Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition: Careless Use. He was held for a Bail Hearing on July 22, 2020. Cheryl Janice Vanevery, 26, of Six Nations is charged with: Possession for the purposes of trafficking X7, Possession Under $5,000, Firearm, Weapon, Ammunition, Careless Use. She was held for a Bail Hearing on July 22, 2020 Sherwin Paul Henhawk, 67, of Six Nations is charged with: Distribute
illicit Cannabis, Possession for the Purpose of Distribution, Possession for the Purpose of Selling, Possession Under $5,000, Possession Prohibited Weapon. Karen Elizabeth Henhawk, 64, of Six Nations is charged with: Distribute illicit Cannabis, Possession for the Purpose of Distribution, Possession for the Purpose of Selling, Possession Under $5,000, Possession Prohibited Weapon. Terrence Daniel Hill, 46, of Six Nations is charged with: Distribute illicit Cannabis, Possession for the Purpose of Distributing, Possession for the Purpose of Selling, Possession Under $5,000, Possession Prohibited Weapon. Anyone with information about this incident or any illicit or illegal drug activity is asked to please contact the Six Nations Police at 519-445-2811 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS) or www. crimestoppers-brant.ca.
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Unit halted Police in- Housing continued from page 2 vestigating he said. land claim no matter where is. Douglas Creek is no At the heart of this suspicious dispute is a land claim that itdifferent than MacKenzie Road. Oneida Township was started by Six Nations death of in 1995 that asserted the was never surrendered but it went out of our posses19th century "surrender" male sion in 1845. It’s been in was fradulent and that Six STAFF REPORT
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OHSWEKEN — A man on Six Nation has died and police are now investigating what they say is a suspicious death. On Saturday July 25, Six Nations Police say they received information of “suspicious activity, possibly involving drugs and a possible overdose at a residence on the Six Nations Territory.” Police arrived at a residence on Sixth Line and discovered a man dead on the scene. No details on the identity of the deceased are being released until positive identification is made and next of kin are notified. Police say they remained on scene at the home and continued to investigate through to Sunday afternoon. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to report any information to the Six Nations Police at 519-4452811 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestoppers-brant.ca.
Nations rightfully owns land title to six miles on each side of the Grand River otherwise known as the Haldimand Tract. There is an underlying parallel between the old surrender and the 2013 development agreement. Both agreements may have legal signatures on them but lack overwhelming support of the Six Nations people. Bomberry explained, “All of these lands under the Haldimand Tract are under
The McKenzie Road encampment. PHOTO BY JONATHAN GARLOW
third party hands since then. All these lands were patented in the 1850s and 1860s. It became under provincial jurisdiction. The problem with trying to claim that land back is you’ll never win in court. Because the courts are saying ‘Sorry Charlie it’s been too long, you didn’t act on it sooner.’ You have the statute of limitations, the doctrine of latches, the doctrine of acquiescence would defeat your claim
if you went after this land against third parties. So that’s why our lawsuit is against Canada and Ontario saying, look, even though we don’t have the lands no more it was unlawful the way you took it. You breeched your fiduciary duty. And the money that you did get you breached your duty on managing that because you went and willfully wasted all our money and now the court case is saying, ok – Crown-Canada, Crown-Ontario… account for that and if you can’t account for it make good on it. Make good on the land and if you can’t make good on the land you have to pay us the monetary value of it.”
the age of two, persons with medical conditions that make mask wearing difficult, those unable to put on a mask without assistance, businesses not open to the public that are able to physically distance in the workplace, and employees behind a physical barrier. The Emergency Control Group made the recommendation to the Elected Council who adopted the change at Political Liaison Council meeting. To implement the new rule, public education activities will be launched which will encourage residents and businesses to
wear face coverings when in public spaces. Signs will also be erected on the borders of Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, advising visitors to the community of the requirement to wear masks. Community members looking to donate homemade masks please contact SNGR Public Works at 519-445-4242 during business hours from Monday to Friday 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. SNGR says the requirement will effective immediately up to August 30 when it will be reviewed and further decisions made.
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OHSWEKEN — Mandatory face masks are now required at all indoor spaces and services on Six Nations of the Grand River. “This decision was based on Public Health guidance locally, nationally and globally – to reduce the risk of the spread of this virus,” confirms SNGR Elected Council Health Services Director Lori Davis Hill. A few exceptions include children under
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Seneca leader Ely Parker penned the terms of surrender for the Civil War JIM WINDLE
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In 1828, Ely Parker’s Seneca mother had a vision that the child she was carrying would grow up to be known as a peacemaker between his people and that of the whites. She named him “Donehogawa”, which means “Warrior in two worlds”. He and his people belonged to the Tonawanda Senecas and had already had regular contact with the white society. He was educated in English speaking schools and learned both the spoken language and written word well. He grew up to be a Seneca Chief on the one hand, and the closest aid to the General of the Union Forces during the Civil War, on the other. So close in fact that it was he who drafted the surrender agreement of Robert E. Lee on behalf behalf of Grant and the North, putting an end to the “unpleasantness” of the war. He also earned a degree in engineering but because of his ethnic background was unable to get a meaningful job in that field. But he was talented, driven and opportunistic and never gave up trying. In 1842, a religious sect known as the Quakers represented a good portion of the new white immigrants in the New England states who befriended the Seneca and
Ely Parker, aka Donehogawa, which means Warrior in two SUBMITTED PHOTO worlds.
stood up for them politically and socially. Indian removal policies stripped the Iroquois Confederacy of its homeland and villages. It was with their help the Seneca were able to hang onto three of their villages at Cattaraugus, Allegany and Genesee. But even with their help, the Seneca still lost Tonawanda, and Buffalo Creek to the fledgeling USA. While still a boy of 10, his mother was aware of how much of her people’s heritage and language were being lost. With the dream still etched in her mind, she sent him to stay with relatives at Six Na-
tions of the Grand River where the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) ceremonies and traditions were still alive at the time. He stayed three years and learned from the Chiefs and the extended family. To earn a few extra money while at Six Nations, he took a job driving military horses to the garrisons in Brantford. His dark complexion and broken English made him the target of insults in Brantford and after returning to the USA he was determined to get better at his command of the language and began wearing a business suit. He learned fast not
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only English, but Latin and Greek and soon began work at around age 16 at the Public Auctions in Tonawanda as an interpreter and translator. He saw himself as a bridge between the Seneca and the Americans government. It was while working in that capacity that he met and became good friends with Lewis Henry Morgan. Morgan was a scholar with a sense of history and was convinced that the original people of America were going to completely disappear under the wave of European settlers. His purpose was to record for posterity everything he could find out on the Haudenosaunee, in particular. With Parker’s understanding as a Seneca Chief and as a fluent English speaker and writer, Morgan and he became friends. Morgan learned much under Parker’s tutelage and even earned a mention in the forward of Morgan’s 1851 published book, “The League of the Haudenosaunee.” While Parker’s work with the white government was earning him a certain amount of success in that world, he was tagged as a sell-out by some of his own people in later years. At age 25, he was condoled as a Chief by the Seneca Nations and at the same time, was given the amulet that George Washington had presented to Parker’s Grandfather, Red Jacket which he wore with pride on special occasions. He began working as
an unofficial lawyer to help protect his people and in 1857, be was instrumental in the legal fight for Seneca land, and won a limited victory. It was around that time he joined the Masonic Lodge and the New York Militia. With all his success came glowing accolades, and the voice of his mother’s predictions still ringing in his ears, as he grew older, Parker was not a humble man and was known as being arrogant and conceited by both Indian and whites. “A chief is not supposed to get above himself,” says Six Nations historian Rick Hill. “When you start pulling yourself apart.” He started thinking of himself, ‘I can read, I can write, I can do this or that, that’s when things fall apart. I think that’s what happened to Donehogawa.” But his greatest achievement was yet to come with a chance meeting at a pub when Parker came to the aid of local shop owner, Ulysses S. Grant, before he joined the Army of the North at the advent of the Civil War. With Parker’s help they won that fight and became close friends. When Grant went to sign up for the Union, Parker did as well but was refused by the Army because he was Indian. As Grant moved up the military and political ladder, he brought Parker with him as a uniformed personal aid. Parker can be seen in many pictures of Grant taken during the
war. At the end of the Civil War, when the terms of surrender were signed at the home of Wilmer McLean at Appomattox between Grant and Lee, Parker was not only invited to attend the historic event but was asked to write the terms of the surrender. After the original letter was found to be full of spelling and grammatical errors, Grant asked Parker to write it. It is Parker’s hand that appears on the historical document. Following the war, Parker was invited to meet with President Abraham Lincoln to show him the Red Jacket medal he was so proud of. He may have been one of the last people to have met with Lincoln. That same day, he attended a play at Fords Theatre where he was assassinated by a faction Southern sympathizers led by actor John Wilkes Booth. Parker went on the become the first Indian Secretary of Indian Affairs appointed by, President U.S. Grant. Despite his many successes in both worlds, Parker is still regarded as either a compromisor, or a visionary, but either way, his was an important life. According to a biography Parker died August 31, 1895. On January 20, 1897, upon the request of his family, his body was exhumed and reinterred at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, New York, next to his ancestor Red Jacket.
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The Iroquois Nationals are, once again, fighting to be included in international competition for the sport they invented. More than 25,000 people have signed a petition demanding that the Iroquois Nationals be permitted to play in the 2022 World Games in Birmingham, Ala., after the team learned it had not been invited to the multisport competition as the sport of lacrosse tries to be included in larger events like the Olympics. ``We represent Indigenous communities around the world to some respect. Not just Haudenosaunee, not just First Nations,'' said Leo Nolan, the executive director of the Iroquois Nationals. ``Indigenous people around the world see this as a banner and we carry that responsibility. ``We are serious about making sure that banner is carried in a respectful, diplomatic way.'' World Lacrosse is pushing to be included in the Olympics and, to help build its case, has started participating in the World Games, a smaller multisport event. Women's lacrosse's first appearance at the World Games was in Wroclaw, Poland, in 2017. Men's lacrosse will be contested
at the upcoming Games in Birmingham that were originally scheduled for 2021 but were delayed a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic postponing the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The Haudenosaunee _ a group that includes the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca and Tuscarora First Nations _ are also known as the Iroquois or the Six Nations and are primarily located in New York, Ontario and Quebec. The Haudenosaunee invented lacrosse centuries before Europeans arrived in North America and in recognition of that contribution they participate in international lacrosse as an independent team, the Iroquois Nationals. Their men's field team is ranked third in the world and their indoor team is second. The World Games' tournament is an eightteam pool, but the Iroquois Nationals are not invited. ``We're being very diplomatic about it, but at the same time we have to have a very aggressive voice,'' said Nolan. Aidan Fearn, a player on the Iroquois Nationals, started an online petition to demand the team's inclusion in the World Games. Failing that, he called on the lacrosse teams of other countries to boycott the event. World Lacrosse held a conference in Peter-
borough, Ont., in 2019 which representatives of the Iroquois Nationals attended. Nolan said that at that event no mention was made to his delegation about organizing or playing in the World Games in Birmingham. Rex Lyons, another member of the Iroquois Nationals' organizing committee, said he learned about his organization's exclusion from the World Games when a convenor from another national lacrosse organization forwarded him an email from World Lacrosse inviting the rival country to the Games. ``That was very sleight of hand, very deliberate,'' said Lyons. ``Things are starting to come to light now. As you can see, there's a huge groundswell of support addressing this.'' World Lacrosse issued a statement on Wednesday explaining that it recognizes and appreciates the contributions of the Haudenosaunee people to the sport but that the decision is out of its control. ``For events conducted outside the auspices of World Lacrosse, such as international, multisport events, World Lacrosse does not determine the eligibility criteria,'' read the statement. ``That criteria is established by the governing body for those events _ and, it is not uncommon for the eligibility criteria to be
different.'' The World Games have not yet issued a statement on the Iroquois Nationals being excluded. The statement from World Lacrosse points to Great Britain as an example. Although England, Scotland and Wales all compete independently at World Lacrosse events, they typically compete as a combined Team GB at international, multisport events and will again at The World Games in 2022. However, Hong Kong and Taiwan will both compete at the World Games independently of China. Nolan also points out that Puerto Rico, an unincorporated territory whose citizens use American passports, will also be competing at the World Games as a separate nation. ``When you see the medals that are won and Puerto Rico wins a couple they're recognized as Puerto Rico, not as the United States,'' said Nolan. ``That's the moral dilemma before a lot of the powers that be that are trying to make these decisions without our input, without consultation.'' The complex legal status of the Haudenosaunee has prevented them from participating in lacrosse events before. Haudenosaunee passports are issued by tribal officials, with many people using them as their travel
documentation as a show of pride in their First Nations heritage and to exert their own sovereignty. Travelling on a Haudenosaunee passport is especially common among players on the Iroquois Nationals' teams. ``We've always had issues with our travel documents and it's always been very challenging because we have territories in Canada and the U.S.,'' said Lyons. ``Our problems have always been from Canada and the U.S., getting home. Where we're travelling to has always been welcoming. ``But since we don't have a barcode we have to get a visa and go down that road.'' In 2010, although the U.S. cleared the Iroquois Nationals for travel on a one-time waiver at the request of then Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, the British government still refused the Iroquois Nationals entry for the World Field Lacrosse Championships in Manchester, England. However, the passports have never stopped the Iroquois Nationals from being invited to an event. Crossing international borders has, until this point, been the issue for the team. The Iroquois Nationals had no issues competing in Denver in 2014 at the next World Field Lacrosse Championships after being unable to compete in Manchester.
As the 2022 World Games are in the continental United States, the Iroquois Nationals are surprised at their exclusion. ``I think that would be a really good question to ask World Lacrosse, ask them what is the problem here?'' said Lyons. Support for the Iroquois Nationals has poured in from the larger lacrosse community. U.S. Lacrosse issued a statement on Friday offering to assist in helping the Iroquois Nationals be included in the World Games. A statement from Lacrosse Canada is expected on Monday. Nick Sakiewicz, the commissioner of the National Lacrosse League, has been outspoken in his support of the Iroquois Nationals. ``We have and will continue to dedicate time, effort and resources toward advancing the dialogue and finding a solution to create common ground,'' said Sakiewicz in one of several tweets where he advocated for the inclusion of the Iroquois Nationals at the World Games. Curtis Dickson, a threetime world champion with Canada who plays for the NLL's Calgary Roughnecks, quote-tweeted the official statement from the Iroquois Nationals with the comment ``Always in for a good old fashioned boycott.''
ciety thinks of when they think of Inuit and what it's like to police Inuit.'' This leads to over-policing and under-policing: excessive use of force in some cases, while Indigenous women are murdered or going missing with little to no police follow-up, he added. The committee is probing the issue of systemic racism in policing in Canada, following a number of serious and violent incidents between the RCMP and Indigenous Peoples this year, including several in Nunavut. ``What we know paints a distressing picture of the systemic nature of police violence and discrimination against our communities,'' Obed said. ``What is clear is that systemic racism and racism itself kills,'' he said,
calling for action. Virtually all of the witnesses, including First Nations and Inuit leaders, as well as a number of social policy experts, urged Ottawa to launch an independent, civilian review of RCMP practices as a first step in addressing the problem. Regional Chief Terry Teegee of the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations said there is an urgent need for less punitive and more restorative options for policing. He called zero-tolerance policies on use of force, greater use of body cameras and for the federal government to create a national strategic plan for First Nations justice. ``Really what we're looking for is more restorative justice and more looking towards rehabili-
tation and alternatives to jails,'' Teegee said. Given the generations of history of distrust between many Indigenous Peoples and the Mounties, the onus is on the force to try to rebuild this relationship, said Aluki Kotierk, president of Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated. This should include a more trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach and an attempt to communicate in their traditional languages, Kotierk added. A number of calls also emerged for more First Nations and Inuit RCMP officers and for longer deployments, particularly in northern communities. But these ideas could be more challenging to implement, according to some of the experts, as many First Nations and
Inuit might wish to travel elsewhere, rather than don the RCMP uniform in their own communities. ``To ask an Indigenous person to train in a colonial form of policing to police their own communities is really to ask them to adopt an internal identity struggle before they even have their first day on the job,'' said Robert S. Wright, a social worker and sociologist who also spoke about disproportionate police violence against Black Canadians. Terry McCaffrey of the Indigenous Police Chiefs of Ontario said culturally responsive policing practised by First Nations police forces has been working well, despite chronic underfunding. He urged Ottawa to follow through on its promise to designate First
Nations policing as an essential service. ``The IPCO services have made the effort to ensure that our policing services align with the values of our community, instead of trying to force our communities to align with conventional policing values,'' McCaffrey said. ``Communities want accountability from the police. Indigenous police forces are accountable to our communities and not just when there's a tragedy.'' As the government moves forward to address public outcry over systemic racism in policing, any reforms or reviews must involve First Nations, Inuit and Metis at the outset to help guide and inform outcomes, the witnesses told the committee.
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OTTAWA — Canada’s national police force has a shattered relationship with Indigenous Peoples and must re-examine how it treats individuals, especially those who are homeless or dealing with addiction issues, the head of a national Inuit organization said Thursday. ``I think what we're seeing is policing through stereotypes,'' Natan Obed, the president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, told MPs on the public safety committee. ``Without a relationship between the RCMP and the community, Inuit aren't seen as people but we're seen through all the negative lenses that perhaps the general Canadian so-
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Sexualized violence most common injury among Metis females in care: B.C. report CANADIAN PRESS
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VICTORIA — The findings of an investigation into critical injuries and deaths among Metis youth are troubling, British Columbia's children's advocate says. Jennifer Charlesworth's report released Thursday analyzes data from 2015 to 2017 and shows sexualized violence is the most common type of injury among female children and youth. All of those injuries reported occurred when the children were in care, the report said. Most of the children who were assaulted were between 14 and 18 years old, it said. The children and youth who experienced critical injuries were rarely placed with Metis families and were not connected with their culture, it said. Caregivers and families help foster connectedness
for Metis children and youth in care and these ``valuable'' connections help them engage with their culture and learn about their cultural identities, it said. ``Historically, Metis children, youth and families, and their experiences, have been 'rolled up' in Indigenous data,'' it said, adding this causes the children's issues to go unaddressed. Metis children and youth are over-represented in care, the report said. It examined 183 injuries that were reported for 117 Metis children and youth over the three years, with 95 of the injuries occurring while they were in government care. Suicide attempts were the second-most reported injury followed by caregiver mistreatment, the report said. ``Four of the 17 deaths of Metis children and youth that were part of this review were completed suicides,'' it said.
Mental health concerns and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism or learning disabilities, were evident for those in care who experienced critical injuries, it said. The children also showed symptoms of anxiety disorder and depression, with these being more prevalent in girls, it added. Metis are constitutionally recognized as Aboriginal people _ distinct from First Nations and Inuit, the report said. ``The Metis are descendants of early relationships between First Nations women and European fur traders.'' The goal of this project, it said was to use the data to better understand outcomes and common challenges for Metis children and youth who are in care, highlight areas for improvement and create a baseline of information. The Ministry of Children and Family Development said in a statement Thurs-
day the report will be ``very useful'' as it improves the child welfare system and works with Metis communities, partners and the federal government. The government recognizes the need for Metis children and youth to be connected to their culture, the ministry said. ``Just as crucially, together with our partners we've been shifting child welfare practice to keep more children and youth out of care and safely within their families and communities,'' it said. ``There's more work to do but we're making good progress with, overall, the lowest number of Indigenous children and youth in care, including Metis, in the last 20 years.'' Charlesworth said a second report for the same time period will be released in the coming months examining similar data relating to First Nations and non-Indigenous children and youth.
"I have overcome many obstacles in my hockey career. The NCAA was the route I took, and I was very lucky to graduate from a prestigious school like Dartmouth College. My goal is to help educate and provide information on the NCAA route. Many indigenous people do not have enough information on going to school in the States. It is unfortunate that many students shy away from trying. Not only are some afraid to fail, but they are overwhelmed by the process. They do not know where to start, or they have no idea how to take the SATs. My goal is to assists them every step of the way because there is no doubt that Indigenous athletes have the talent, but should not be discouraged because they are unfamiliar with the application process. I aim to knock down these simple barriers, because being Indigenous already has its barriers to navigate. Dreams should not be crushed because of logistics." Buffalo, who was a rookie on the Dartmouth team
in 2015/16, played until 2017/18 when he sparkled in posting a 15-11-1 record with a 2.86 G.A.A. and a 0.906 Save Percentage. His play captured the attention of NCAA coaches, as he got some nominations for the 2018 Hobey Baker Memorial Award. "I was excited," Buffalo said. Buffalo, who represents Samson Cree Nations also stated, "I didn't expect it. To see the list of names, it's pretty amazing to be a part of it. If I won, it would be really amazing, especially being an Indigenous player coming from Alberta." In the end however Buffalo was not among the finalist. Showing his Indigenous pride, Buffalo also played and starred in the World Indigenous Games, North America Indigenous Games and the Alberta Indigenous Games. Buffalo started off 2020 by accepting in January a job with the Indigenous Sports Council of Alberta. During these uncertain times of COVID-19 Buffalo has shown great initiative
by engineering what is called "At Home" Summer Fitness Challenge, which is a 10- week fitness schedule with the goal to keep moving during these uncertain times. Meanwhile the Indigenous Sports Council of Alberta, or ISCA for short, also developed what is called a Summer Family Challenge for the purpose to once again be active and improve their health along with working cohesively as a family and strengthening the bonds. "It is extremely exciting to be part of something of this scale, in helping Indigenous people get active," Buffalo said. "We have a facebook group that I check, and it is special to read the testimonials." Buffalo also went on to add, "I will continue to encourage Indigenous athletes and students to dream big and not be afraid. Hopefully soon, we will have large numbers of Indigenous athletes leaving Alberta to attend Ivy League schools and play for teams in all sports across America."
Former Dartmouth star goalie Devin Buffalo the perfect role model NEIL BECKER
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Throughout his life, former Dartmouth men's hockey netminder Devin Buffalo has always had a passion for helping others. Following what was a stellar three-year playing career in NCAA College Division 1 hockey for the Big Green, this Westaskiwin Alberta resident announced prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, that he plans on starting a company which includes motivational speakers and hockey camps. Despite these plans being shelved due to the pandemic, it hasn't stopped the driven former goalie from assisting at various hockey camps and giving valuable pointers along with serving as a mentor for indigenous youth. "Indigenous role models have a role in using their platforms to help the younger generations," Buffalo said. Buffalo, who graduated with a government degree also added,
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Apology to Inuit residential school survivors on hold CANADIAN PRESS
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ST. JOHN’S — The government of Newfoundland and Labrador and Inuit leaders have agreed to suspend the province's plan to deliver formal apologies to residential school survivors and their descendants. In a joint news release today, the province and the Nunatsiavut Government said COVID-19 public health measures make it impossible to safely accommodate the anticipated number of people interested in attending the public events. Premier Dwight Ball had been scheduled to travel to Nunatsiavut in March to deliver the apologies on behalf of the province, and when that event was cancelled, made plans to hold events in July. Ball, who will soon be stepping down as premier, said in a statement he regrets not being able
to deliver an apology on behalf of Newfoundland and Labrador. Nunatsiavut President Johannes Lampe thanked Ball for making every effort to deliver long-awaited apologies to residential school survivors and their descendants. Lampe says he hopes the next premier will follow through on the provincial government's commitment. Ball said, ``an apology cannot undo the harm and the suffering that residential school students and their families endured, but it is an important step in the healing process for Inuit who were separated at a young age from their families, communities, culture and traditions.'' Lampe said as Ball prepares to leave his job as premier in the coming weeks, ``We are hopeful the next premier will follow through on this important commitment so that those impacted by residential schools can somewhat find closure.''
Northern Ontario First Nation secures additional land under federal law CANADIAN PRESS
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LONGLAC, Ont. — A northern Ontario First Nation says it has secured additional land under policies laid out in a federal law. The Long Lake #58 First Nation says more than 1,690 hectares, including mines and minerals, have been added to its reserve for use by its members. It says the expansion was carried out under the First Nations Land Management Act and took effect June 17. The First Nation says it has been working on securing additional land for more than 45 years, to offset the 260 hectares provided by the federal government in 1905.
It says that with more than 1,500 members, the ``tiny land base'' offered ``very limited'' opportunities for development. In a release issued Wednesday, the Long Lake #58 First Nation says it continues to be in a land claim process separate from the announcement of additional land. The addition has been ``a long time coming,'' Chief Judy Desmoulin said in a statement. ``Throughout this process, the members have been updated and a plan formulated as to what we will do with the additional land,'' she said, adding the next step will be to begin making that plan a reality. ``The additional land does bring the hope of building a stronger and healthier community.''
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Virtual Indigenous Art Slam gives $10,000 in prizes to local Indigenous artists STAFF REPORT
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OHSWEKEN — A virtual Indigenous art contest highlighting the creative works of Indigenous people from across Canada has distributed $10,000 in prizes to artisans this month. The event, organized by Garlow Media and hosted by Two Row Times, invited artists to submit original creative works to a Facebook page for sharing and judging. “We intended for this initially to be a big in person event, but alas the pandemic had plans of its own for the world at this time,” said organizer Nahnda Garlow. Funding for the contest prizes was sponsored by the Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation. Garlow announced prize amounts for each category
were doubled, with two new categories added for Group and Judge Favourites. “We were also able to add participation prizes for every single person who entered the Art Slam and didn't place. $100 for Adults and $50 for Teens/ Youth/Tots,” said Garlow. “Congratulations to all winners and all participants! Please, please keep being the indigenous makers, creators, doers, actors, singers, dancers, thinkers, sayers and writers that this planet needs.” Winners List
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Indigenous arts leader Jesse Wente named head of Canada Council for the Arts STAFF REPORT
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OTTAWA - Jesse Wente, a prominent advocate for an increased presence of Indigenous voices in Canada's cultural landscape, has been appointed chairperson of the Canada
Council for the Arts. Wente, an Anishinaabe writer, broadcaster and speaker, has held high-profile roles in Canada's arts communities, including executive director of the industry-led Indigenous Screen Office. Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault says Wente is the first Indigenous
chairperson of an organization within his federal portfolio. The Canada Council for the Arts distributes millions in federal arts funding annually and oversees some of Canada's most prestigious arts awards. Wente takes over as chairperson a time of great flux for artists in
Canada, as they struggle to find new ways to present their works, and earn a living, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Simon Brault, director and chief executive officer for the council, called the appointment a bold decision and fantastic news for the council.
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Six Nations Arrows have a good reason to be a proud organization NEIL BECKER
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Over the years, Six Nations lacrosse fans felt that strong pride of seeing their teams celebrate championships. Whether it be a Six Nations minor lacrosse team capturing gold at provincials, Six Nations Rivermen winning the Presidents Cup, Six Nations Rebels celebrating a Founders Cup win or the Six Nations Arrows earning the right to hoist the Minto Cup. The Arrows are a proud historic franchise who first made history back in 1992 when with a stacked team featuring such players as Miles General, Tim Bomberry, Cam Bomberry and Jason Johnson to name a few, managed to defeat the Coquitlam Adanacs in a deciding seventh game to become the first Indigenous team to capture the Minto Cup. In total, the Arrows Organization have won five Minto Cup championships; with their second coming in 2007 when in New Westminister, they clinched with a 19-8 win against the Burnaby Lakers. Seven years later, the Arrows had quite the run as they travelled to Langley B.C., where they pulled off a six -game series defeat against the Adanacs to win the 2014 Minto Cup. A year later in what was the ultimate scenario, they found themselves playing in front of family and fans at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena where they successfully once again defeated
the Adanacs in six to accomplish that ultimate mission of repeating as Minto Cup champs. "The desire and hunger was there to win and there was no doubt in anyone's mind that we were going to win," Arrows General Manager Jake Henhawk said. "I think it was similar with all three teams from the get go." In saying all three teams, Henhawk was referring to not only the 2014 and '15 teams but also the 2017 Arrows team who, competing in Brampton, pulled off a three- game sweep against coincidently enough Coquitlam to capture what was the franchise fifth Minto Cup. "I think a few things that stand out from these recent teams were how many individual standouts and Award winners we had," Henhawk said. "In 2017 we had our first Coaching Staff Of The Year which is absurd to me seeing how well coached our teams are year in and year out. We had guys who won five championships in a row between us and the Rebels. Leo Stouros winning Defensive Player of the Year back to back. Doug Jamieson being the Leagues Outstanding Goalie three years straight. Austin Staats scoring 76 Goals in one regular season. Tyson Bomberry, Austin and Dougie being a part of all three teams and being integral parts of these teams. Dougie didn't lose a game his last year in 2017 going 32-0 allowing less than five goals per game on average was truly something special to see." It was special for not
just the general manager and coaching staff but also the enthusiastic supportive fans who packed the ILA for Sunday home games. Prior to winning back-to-back Minto Cups, the Arrows experienced heartbreak starting in 2012, when they made it to the Ontario Junior 'A' finals before losing a best four out of seven series in five against the Orangeville Northmen. The following year, Six Nations once again experienced disappointment when they made it to the league finals before this time losing in a decisive game seven verses a tough Whitby Warriors club. Learning from the experience, Six Nations came into the 2014 season on a mission. With an explosive offence led by the likes of rookie and team leading scorer Austin Staats (41 goals, 78 points), along with veterans Josh Johnson (32 goals, 76 points), Quinn Powless (26 goals, 72 points), sophomore Jordan Durston (26 goals, 64 points) the Arrows went 16-4 to finish first in the overall standings. Showing determination, there was no slowing down the Arrows who pulled off a three game first round sweep against a team who trailed them by 16 points in regular season standings, the St. Catharines Athletics. After pulling off what were 13-5, 12-7 and 7-3 wins, it was on to the semi-finals where they needed six games to get past the Peterborough Jr. Lakers. Playing a Lakers team who finished fourth overall, the Arrows found
themselves in a hole after dropping a 12-7 series opening game. Down but certainly not out, the Arrows offence showed its explosiveness as they rallied for a 15-10 win to even the best of seven at a game apiece. After dropping Game 3 by a 12-11 nail-bitter, the Arrows got on a roll as they won three straight by 15-7, 13-8 and 9-7 scores to punch their ticket to the 2014 Junior ‘A’ league finals. Desperately looking to take that next step by making history, the Arrows wasted no time as they pulled off the four- game sweep against Whitby by 10-2, 8-6, 13-3 and 13-11 scores to win the league championship and move one step closer to the Minto Cup. Playing in Langley B.C., the Arrows were led by series MVP Johnny Powless as they managed to defeat the Adanacs in six games. "It was a really great feeling winning that first one with such a great group of guys," Henhawk said. "We had a great support system who travelled to B.C. We also had a great support system already out there with the Squamish and Musqueam Nations bringing us in for food, bringing drummers to the game and helping us in our journey." Showing strong character, the Arrows actually found themselves trailing 2-0 in the series before successfully rallying with 19-5, 10-7, 12-7 and 14-8 wins to become the 2014 Minto Cup champions. A year later, the Arrows for a fourth straight season, finished first overall with a 17-3 record, which
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a few years prior that if the Arrows would have an undefeated season, that 2017 would be the year it would be possible. That team was so dominant from Day 1. We came so close to running the table and being undefeated. Losing only two games by one goal." After being swept by Orangeville in the 2016 Ontario Junior 'A' finals, Six Nations showed that strong hunger to recapture the Minto Cup. With superstars such as Austin Staats (41 goals, 70 points), Travis Longboat (25 goals, 65 points), Cody Ward and Tehoka Nanticoke leading the way Six Nations finished first for a sixth straight season in 2017 with an 18-2 record. Anchored by the strong goaltending from Doug Jamieson, the Arrows went undefeated in the playoffs as they swept away the Toronto Beaches, Whitby and in championship action the Mimico Mountaineers to once again be crowned the Ontario Junior A lacrosse champions. Continuing to roll, Six Nations travelled to Brampton where with family and lots of Six Nations supporters in the stands, they defeated the Adanacs in a three -game sweep and celebrated the 2017 Minto Cup championship. The Arrows, who are all about hard work, tradition and pride, has always put together a highly skilled team who entertain fans and always have a chance at playoff success.
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Atlanta Braves take down 'Chop On' sign STAFF REPORT Recently, there was a small alteration made at Truist Park, as the wooden "Chop On' sign was officially removed. Trusit Park, which is home for Major League Baseball's Atlanta Braves changed its team slogan for this coming season from "Chop On" to "For the A." Meanwhile, the team
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Kitchener Rangers prospect Brenden Anderson feeling confident NEIL BECKER
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Whenever Kitchener Rangers training camp opens, forward Brenden Anderson is confident that he can make that lasting impression. Selected in the 2019 OHL Draft 11th round, 215th overall by Kitchener, Anderson impressed last year at camp before eventually playing for the Junior ‘B’ Brantford Bandits where he had a solid campaign with nine goals and 23 points along with 67 penalty minutes. “Brenden really improved his speed and decision making with the puck,” Brantford coach Andrew Randazzo said. “Although he can still improve with his decision making, he was able to produce and adapt his game from minor to the junior level.” Still waiting to see when camp will be taking place, this 17- year-old 6’4”
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172 pound forward has worked hard all summer and feels that he’s ready to take that next stop in gaining a roster spot with the Rangers. “This is my second year [at Rangers training camp] and I know what it’s like,” Anderson said. “I have a better chance this year and I’m going to do what I have to do to make the team.” Reflecting on what he
did to prepare for camp Anderson went on to state, “I’ve been working out. I got onto the ice about a month and a half ago. I’ve been skating in Guelph, Waterloo and Cambridge.” In breaking down his game and critiquing what he wants to improve on Anderson never hesitated before replying, “Not getting the puck taken away, and skating faster. Stuff like that,” he
While the Braves aren't ready, the Indians have taken that next step in their review on what to do. The Indians, who have been pressured for years by various Native American leaders to change their name, will according to team owner Paul Dolan get a chance to be heard. According to Dolan, following a meeting on Thursday, July 23rd with manager Terry Francona and players he came out with a statement which read; "As we approach Opening Day, I wanted to provide an update regarding our team name and our plan moving forward. In our July 3rd statement, we shared a commitment to listening and learning from our community, and we appreciate the passionate response over the past several weeks. Earlier this week, I had a candid and productive meeting with Terry and our players, where they expressed their desire to help our organization in the process. Our players care
about the organization and feel strongly about social justice and racial equality. I support their interest in using their platform to unite our city and our nation through their actions. As I explained to our players, I am invested in engaging our community and appropriate stakeholders to help determine the best path forward with regard to our team name. In the coming weeks, we will engage Native American leaders to better understand their perspectives, meet with local civic leaders, and continue to listen to the perceptions of our players, fans, partners and employees. We feel a real sense of urgency to discuss these perspectives with key shareholders while also taking the time needed to ensure those conversations are inclusive and meaningful. We will continue to share periodic updates as we make progress. In the meantime, we are excited for our team to return to the field to continue our
said. Coming off his first season playing junior hockey, Anderson found the player a lot “stronger” and “faster” than what he was used to in minor. “I didn’t know what to expect and a couple of guys took me under their wing and I did pretty good.” A big thrill for Anderson is the prospects of playing against two buddies he grew up with playing minor hockey together in Sarnia Sting forward Theo Hill and Steve LaForme who this summer was just traded to the Ottawa 67’s. “We grew up playing minor hockey together,” Anderson said. “That (playing against them) would be a good honour.” Currently, no concrete training camp dates have been announced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Right now, Anderson is just working out, and making sure that he is ready to answer the bell once the Rangers hit the ice for camp.
Cleveland Indians organization to meet with Native American leaders concerning name STAFF REPORT
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The Cleveland Indians are thinking seriously about making a change. This proud Major League baseball team, who have been known as the 'Indians' since 1915, have been undergoing a thorough organizational review on whether to change its team nickname. Recently, the NFL's Washington Redskins made it official in breaking tradition by dropping the 'Redskins' team name and the CFL's Edmonton Eskimos, who also received pressure over its team name also announced they would be making a change. During this period of civil unrest various teams such as the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks and Major League Baseball's Atlanta Braves and Cleveland Indians have been taking a closer look than ever about whether to make that team name change.
pursuit of a World Series Championship." Last season, the Indians had the Chief Wahoo logo, which is the smiling red face, permanently removed from their uniform sleeve and batting helmet. This logo which came into existence in 1947, was seen as racist and offensive by many people. Racial stereotypes can cause lasting damage to vulnerable communties by dehumanizing their experiences and trivializing their identities. Indigenous activist Gregg Deal has been addressing the racism within mascotry for many years and we have featured his artwork in the Two Row Times before. Before being called the Indians, this Cleveland franchise had team nicknames such as Naps. Bronchos and Blues. No timetable has been given by Cleveland as to when they will reach a decision about possibly changing their name.
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Please keep all solvents, pressurized cylinders, fluorescent/ compact fluorescent tubes, fertilizers and pesticides stored safely on your property until a Household Hazardous Waste Event is held. Household Hazardous Waste Events are held every June and November at the Six Nations Landfill Site located at 2470 4th Line.
Large collection trucks such as Norfolk Disposal or Waste Connections trucks will now be disposing their waste at the Norfolk Disposal Transfer Station located at 811 Old Highway 24, Waterford, ON. Those residents who get collection from a provider other than Norfolk Disposal should contact their provider to clarify if there will be an increase to their service cost. Please note that the Six Nations Landfill Site is not charging tipping fees to our community members.
Please take all pharmaceutical waste (i.e. expired medication) to the Ohsweken Pharmasave and please take all sharps (i.e. needles) to the Gane Yohs Health Centre which are both located at 1769 Chiefswood Road. Please follow these tips to safely store household hazardous waste materials in your home until a Household Hazardous Waste Event:
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Norfolk Disposal Services Limited has been awarded the contract to haul our waste to our waste receiver site located at 3081 Taylor Road, Niagara Falls, Ontario which is managed by Walker Environmental Group Inc.
• Handle products with care in a well-ventilated area and follow manufacturers’ instructions • Clean up spills with an absorbent material such as cat litter • Store materials in sealed containers with a secured lid
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• Store materials out of reach of animals and children • Store flammable materials away from sources of sparks, heat and light • Store incompatible products separately:
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• A plastic tub is a good place to collect spent batteries. Apply tape to the terminals of lithium batteries. • Aerosols that contain residual product can be kept in a reusable shopping bag. (Empty aerosols are accepted at Six Nations’ Household Hazardous Waste Event) • A plastic bin or crate is a good spot for cans of leftover paint.
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• Store pressurized containers outside in an area where they are least likely to suffer from physical damage or tampering. When transporting, secure pressurized cylinders in an upright position on a flat surface. • Oil filters should be stored in a sealed bag.
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It is very important for the community to ensure that the proper waste is placed in its appropriately labeled bin:
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Unacceptable wastes • Biomedical waste
• Batteries
• Treated biomedical waste
• Propane tanks
2. Once community members reach the scale, they will show the guard their status card and inform the guard what waste they will be depositing.
• Material with biohazard or cytotoxic symbols
• Pressurized cylinders and gas cylinders
• Pesticides and herbicides
3. The guard will direct the community member to the appropriate bins to deposit their waste.
• Liquid waste
• Drums (steel or plastic) unless empty as well as crushed or cut in half
1 Community members arrive at the site and wait in line to go over the scale.
• Hazardous waste, waste derived from or mixed with hazardous waste
4. The community member deposits their waste into the appropriate bins. There will be staff nearby to direct them and answer any questions they may have. The Six Nations Transfer Station will not be able to accept large waste (soil, stumps, brush, etc.) hauled in by dump truck. Please contact the Six Nations Public Works Office at (519) 445-4242 to make arrangements to haul this waste directly to the Norfolk Disposal Transfer Station. 5. The community member exits the transfer station through the by-pass lane next to the scale.
The Six Nations Recycling handbook www.sixnations.ca/pwRecyclingHandbook2017.PDF
These waste types are accepted only at our Household Hazardous Waste Events • Biomedical waste (only needles & syringes)
Each vehicle will be required to go over the scale upon entry. There may be queuing and increased wait times, your patience and understanding is appreciated.
• Shredder fluff
• Pesticides and herbicides • Batteries
• Propane tanks • Pressurized cylinders and gas cylinders