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SALAMANCA, NY — A historical medal belonging to Seneca chief Red Jacket has been returned to the Seneca Nation. The medal, which bears great significance to Haudenosaunee history, was officially repatriated to the Seneca peoples after more than half a century by the Buffalo History Museum. The ceremony was held at the Onöhsagwë:de' Cultural Center, where the medal will be housed and on display for public viewing. “This medal represents what lives inside each and every Seneca – the heart of a sovereign people and our rightful recognition as such,” said Seneca Nation President Matthew B. Pagels. “This is our identity as a Nation. It cannot be owned, bought or sold. It belongs to all of us and is passed from generation to generation so it can live forever.” The medal was gifted to Red Jacket, a Seneca leader who was a noted orator, by George Washington in 1792 to commemorate the discussions that led to the Treaty of Canandaigua of 1794, in which the Seneca Nation played a key role. The Seneca Nation submitted a formal request

New York State Senator George Borello said, “President George Washington presented this medal to Chief Red Jacket as a symbol of the peace and friendship between the then-new United States and the Six Nations of the Iroquois Confederacy to commemorate the talks that resulted in the Treaty of Canandaigua, signed in 1794. That peace and friendship endures today as evidenced by today’s SENECA NATION repatriation ceremony.”

for the repatriation of the Red Jacket Peace Medal in October 2020, and it was returned early this month. According to Seneca Nation officials, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) defines cultural patrimony as objects with ongoing cultural importance to a tribal nation, rather than property owned by an individual. The Red Jacket Peace Medal fits this description and cannot belong to any individual or museum; it is inalienable and belongs to the Seneca People as a collective. “I like to remind the United States that the Haudenosaunee - especially the Seneca play - an

important role in your early survival; that is what I see when I look upon the medal,” said Dr. Joe Stahlman, director of the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum. “We need to have moments of reconciliation. There are things from the past that still matter to many of us of here today and we need to talk about them. We need to all heal and find peace.” “The importance of returning these artifacts to their rightful custodians is also a tremendous opportunity,” U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer said in a congratulatory letter to the Nation. “It is incumbent upon all of us to ensure the contributions to our

national culture and heritage are preserved and well-understood. The vibrant thread the Seneca Nation has woven into our national tapestry deserves to be celebrated. The repatriation of Red Jacket’s medal is a significant cause for celebration. “I applaud The Buffalo History Museum for their decisive action to return the Red Jacket Peace Medal to its rightful owners, the people of the Seneca Nation,” said New York State Senator Sean Ryan. “The repatriation of Indigenous artifacts is an important process in building strong, meaningful, and peaceful relationships between Native American territo-

ries and their surrounding communities. The return of the Peace Medal – an explicit symbol of this relationship – is an especially significant act, and a momentous occasion here in Western New York.” “I’m delighted that this amazing piece of history, which is a treasure to both the Seneca Nation and the United States of America has been returned to its rightful home,” said New York State Senator George Borello. “President George Washington presented this medal to Chief Red Jacket as a symbol of the peace and friendship between the then-new United States and the Six Nations of the Iroquois Confederacy to commemorate the talks that resulted in the Treaty of Canandaigua, signed in 1794. That peace and friendship endures today as evidenced by today’s repatriation ceremony.” “It has truly been my honor to oversee the medal’s safe keeping these past thirty-one years, and it is an even greater honor to be here to see it rightfully returned,” said Walter Mayer, Senior Director of Museum Collections at The Buffalo History Museum. “It is an important historic artifact of cultural patrimony and the events surrounding its 1792 presentation still play out to this day.” PM42686517

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SIX NATIONS — Police say a man of middle eastern descent who was working in an illegal cannabis dispensary on Townline Road was arrested and is now facing drugs and weapons charges. On May 13, Six Nations Police attended the store and seized illegal dried cannabis, illegal edible cannabis product that were packaged to look like Doritos, Chips Ahoy Cookies and Skittles — along with vape products and a large brick of illegal hashish. Police also seized an illegal taser and a replica black BB handgun. Paramvir Singh Sekhon, 28, of Mississauga was arrested on site and is charged with possessing

illegal cannabis products packaged to look exactly like common snack foods and children's candy SNP were seized during a police raid on an illegal cannabis dispensary on Townline Road.

a prohibited weapon, distributing illegal cannabis, possession for the purpose of distributing cannabis and possession for the purpose of selling cannabis. He will appear in court on July 15. Police did not announce

if the property owner would face charges in this instance. In other illegal cannabis dispensary raids since the implementation of the Cannabis Act, Six Nations Police have levied charges against the property owner where the dispensary is located.

Six Nations Police say a man of middle eastern descent was on Six Nations territory and was working in an illegal cannabis dispensary found to be in posession of illegal cannabis products and weapons. He is now facing weapons and drug charges after they seized illegal cannabis edibles, hashish and an illegal taser weapon. Police are also investigating if there are futher charges that will result from this incident. In previous illegal cannabis dispensary raids police have charged property owners. No SNP word from SNP if the property owner in this incident will face charges.

SNP say the investigation into this illegal dispensary is continuing and say further charges are pending. This is the second illegal cannabis dispensary this month to be found selling illegal cannabis products that are packaged to look like children’s candy. In a previous investigation, police seized cannabis edibles marketed to look like chocolate chip cookies and breakfast cereal — along with cocaine residue and psilocybin mushroom products, an illicit psychedelic drug currently prohibited in Canada. Three Six Nations members are facing charges in that investigation, including the property owner.

Two arrested, drugs and guns seized BRANTFORD — Police say a male and female are facing drugs and weapons charges after a disturbance in the area of Diana Avenue and Blackburn Drive. On May 14, Brantford officers responded to a dispute where one male pointed a gun at another person. P olice brought in the K9 unit and searched the home during the investigation on a Criminal Code warrant and found illicit psilocybin mushrooms, cocaine and hydrocodone with a total street value exceeding $10,000. Officers also seized two loaded handguns. The male, Shyheim Slowly-Bailey, 26, of Toronto, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences and was held for a bail hearing: Unauthorized possession of a firearm x2, Point firearm, Uttering threats to cause death, Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose x2, Careless storage of firearm x2, Careless use of a firearm, weapon, ammunition, Possession of

a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with ammunition x2, Tampering with serial number of firearm, Carry concealed weapon, Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm x2. The female has been identified as Jade Zecca-Martins, 26, of Brantford, is also facing the following drug related charges: Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule I, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Cocaine, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule I, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Hydrocodone, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Schedule III, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Psilocybin. Anyone with information on drug-related activities is asked to contact the Street Crime Unit of the Brantford Police Service at 519-7560113 ext. 2286. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-7508477 or 1-800-222-8477.

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Iroquois Nationals announce Women’s Nationals Lacrosse Program STAFF REPORT

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On May 16, the Iroquois Nationals revealed that they will be harbouring Senior Women’s Lacrosse Evaluations in the month of June. The announcement brings an exciting tone for alumni and newcomers of the program. “We are excited to announce the formation of the Iroquois Nationals Women's Program, set to compete in PALA 6s, World Games 2022, and the 2022 World Championships Evaluations for all upcoming competitions will be held June 26-27 at SUNY Cortland,” wrote the I-Nats to their Twitter account. This move comes after reform was called for the Haudenosaunee Women’s Field Lacrosse Nationals Team just a few months prior. Aryien Steven, an alumni of the team and sparked the reform, posted to Facebook about her pride

in the newly announced program: “For all the little brown girls, I’m beyond excited for our women to now be playing lacrosse under the Iroquois Nationals! A program with a focus on equity—where our women can flourish & truly compete at the world stage, hopefully Olympic level as well someday Regardless [of] if I make the team, I look forward to this program’s future success & it has my full support,” she wrote to Facebook. The Iroquois Nationals Men’s Lacrosse Team, known as the Iroquois Nationals, represents the Iroquois Confederacy in international field lacrosse competition. They are currently ranked third in the world by World Lacrosse after winning Bronze at the 2018 World Lacrosse Championship. The Haudenosaunee women's national lacrosse team is currently ranked twelfth in the world by the World Lacrosse. Those interested are encouraged to apply by June 26, 2021.

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No new COVID-19 infections, but SNGR says keep wearing masks SIX NATIONS — Six Nations Elected Council says that community members should continue to wear masks even if they are fully vaccinated — and are asking members to continue to practise social distancing, hand washing and mask wearing. The announcement comes in the wake of the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention in the USA issuing new guidance that Americans who are fully vaccinated no longer need to wear masks or practise

social distancing indoors or outdoors. In a statement on May 14 the council urged community members to uphold public health guidelines that are still in place in Ontario, which remains in lockdown until June 2 to deplete infections in a third wave that saw the province’s healthcare system overwhelmed with COVID infections. “COVID-19 public health guidelines to prevent any further spread of COVID-19 within the territory still

strongly apply,” said SNGREC in a statement. “This includes staying home as much as possible, practicing social distancing, wearing a mask, frequent hand washing, avoiding large gatherings and seeking the COVID-19 vaccination when possible.” Currently Six Nations is seeing an encouraging shift in local infection rates with just 1 active case in the community as of Tuesday afternoon and no new cases being reported since May 13.

For the first time since January — Six Nations and Ohsweken Public Health are reporting a low risk factor in it’s core monitoring indicator. Despite this, the community remains in Black Alert status in line with the rest of the province of Ontario. The provincial lockdown was originally planned to end on May 26. Premier Doug Ford announced last week it would be extended to June 2.

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MOHAWK’S DIRECTOR AND SPECIAL ADVISOR ON INDIGENOUS INITIATIVES APPOINTED TO NATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Mohawk College congratulates Amy Kelaidis, Director and Special Advisor, Indigenous Initiatives on her appointment to Colleges and Institutes Canada’s (CICan) Indigenous Education Advisory Committee.

“Mohawk is deeply committed to Indigenous education and to helping our Indigenous learners reach their full potential. CICan’s Indigenous Education Advisory Committee is a strong voice for Indigenous education and skills development in Canada, and we are proud that Amy has been selected to serve on this committee.” Ron J. McKerlie, President & CEO, Mohawk College

The national committee brings together leaders and professional practitioners from across Canada to provide input on advocacy priorities and positions related to Indigenous education and skills development. The committee also serves as a forum for discussions focused on building capacity to serve Indigenous learners and communities across Canada. Amy is Anishnaabe-kwe, Eagle Clan of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. At Mohawk, Amy’s work has focused on advancing initiatives on reconciliation and Indigenous education and working with community organizations and academic partner institutions to increase programming and create more opportunities for Indigenous learners. Amy has been part of several teams to develop policy, services, programs, courses and multi-year plans to motivate and provide leadership in building relationships between allies and Indigenous communities to work towards reconciliation in Canada.

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Man who attacked, set fire to Indigenous woman denied parole STAFF REPORT

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A Saskatchewan man who brutally attacked a woman and set her on fire has been denied parole. Leslie Black, 35, pleaded guilty to attempted murder in the beating, burning and sexual assault of Marlene Bird in Prince Albert, Sask., in 2014. Bird's injuries resulted in the amputation of both of her legs and the Indigenous woman also lost much of her eyesight. She died in 2017 at the age of 50 from heart, liver and kidney failure. Her death was only a few months after Black was sentenced to 16 years for the vicious assault. He was given credit of four years, eight months for time already served, so faced just over 11 years in prison. ``Your actions were unpredictable, brutal and indifferent,'' said a decision released Monday by the

Parole Board of Canada. Black told a parole board hearing last week that the attack on Bird happened around the anniversary of his own mother's murder and he'd been drinking more frequently. He didn't know Bird and told the board the sexual assault was ``out of the blue.'' After setting Bird's shirt on fire, Black left the woman in flames and went to a store to get candy. He walked past Bird again, who was still on fire, and ignored her. Bird was found several hours later with burns so severe her facial bones were exposed. Black told the hearing that the decision to light Bird on fire ``just happened'' because he had a lighter in his coat pocket. He told the parole board that he prayed with an elder for Bird and her family when he learned of her death. The board's decision said Black still shows ``limited insight into the

underlying factors that allowed (him) to engage in this level of violence.'' Black has continued to have issues with violence behind bars, including fights with other inmates and weapons found in his cell, the board said. ``Your inability to follow institutional rules raises concerns for the board about your ability and willingness to abide by conditions in the community.'' Psychological assessments presented at the hearing said Black presents a risk for future sexual offences and suggested any form of conditional release would be premature. After Black was sentenced, Bird, a member of the Montreal Lake Cree Nation, said she thought she ``could forgive him'' but friends said she was upset by the length of his incarceration. ``I'm doing my best, because my mom told me to forgive people that do wrong,'' Bird said at the time.

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Red Jacket Defends Native American Religion, 1805 By Red Jacket In his time, Red Jacket was a critical mediator in relations between the emerging United States of America and the Seneca. He personified the Haudenosaunee value of diversity — as evident in his speeches — where he demonstrated tolerance on the part of Indigenous people toward white man’s religions in hopes that tolerance would be the return from white leaders. In his famous speech to the US Senate, Sagoyewatha, as he was known in the Haudenosaunee world defended the right of Indigenous people to follow the religion given to them by their ancestors. His speech is printed here below in it’s entirety. “Friend and brother; it was the will of the Great Spirit that we should meet together this day. He orders all things, and he has given us a fine day for our council. He has taken his garment from before the sun, and caused it to shine with brightness upon us; our eyes are opened, that we see clearly; our ears are unstopped, that we have been able to hear distinctly the words that you have spoken; for all these favors we thank the Great Spirit, and him only. Brother, this council fire was kindled by you; it was at your request that we came together at this time; we have listened with attention to what you have said. You requested us to speak our minds freely; this gives us great joy, for we now consider that we

stand upright before you, and can speak what we think; all have heard your voice, and all speak to you as one man; our minds are agreed. Brother, you say you want an answer to your talk before you leave this place. It is right you should have one, as you are a great distance from home, and we do not wish to detain you; but we will first look back a little, and tell you what our fathers have told us, and what we have heard from the white people. Brother, listen to what we say. There was a time when our forefathers owned this great island. Their seats extended from the rising to the setting sun. The Great Spirit had made it for the use of Indians. He had created the buffalo, the deer, and other animals for food. He made the bear and the beaver, and their skins served us for clothing. He had scattered them over the country, and taught us how to take them. He had caused the earth to produce corn for bread. All this he had done for his red children because he loved them. If we had any disputes about hunting grounds, they were generally settled without the shedding of much blood. But an evil day came upon us; your forefathers crossed the great waters, and landed on this island. Their numbers were small; they found friends, and not enemies; they told us they had fled from their own country for fear of wicked

Red Jacket from an 1835 lithograph by Henry Corbould, after a painting by Charles Bird King, printed by Charles Joseph Hullmandel, and published in History of the Indian Tribes of North WIKIPEDIA America.

men, and come here to enjoy their religion. They asked for a small seat; we took pity on them, granted their request, and they sat down amongst us; we gave them corn and meat; they gave us poison in return. The white people had now found our country; tidings were carried back, and more came amongst us; yet we did not fear them, we took them to be friends; they called us brothers; we believed them, and gave them a larger seat. At length, their numbers had greatly increased; they wanted more land; they wanted our country. Our eyes were opened, and our minds became uneasy. Wars took place; Indians

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were hired to fight against Indians, and many of our people were destroyed. They also brought strong liquor among us; it was strong and powerful, and has slain thousands. Brother, our seats were once large, and yours were very small; you have now become a great people, and we have scarcely a place left to spread our blankets; you have got our country, but are not satisfied; you want to force your religion upon us. Brother, continue to listen. You say you are sent to instruct us how to worship the Great Spirit agreeably to his mind, and if we do not take hold of the religion which you white people teach, we

shall be unhappy hereafter. You say that you are right, and we are lost; how do we know this to be true? We understand that your religion is written in a book; if it was intended for us as well as you, why has not the Great Spirit given it to us, and not only to us, but why did he not give to our forefathers the knowledge of that book, with the means of understanding it rightly? We only know what you tell us about it. How shall we know when to believe, being so often deceived by the white people? Brother, you say there is but one way to worship and serve the Great Spirit; if there is but one religion, why do you white people differ so much about it? Why not all agree, as you can all read the book? Brother, we do not understand these things. We are told that your religion was given to your forefathers, and has been handed down from father to son. We also have a religion which was given to our forefathers, and has been handed down to us their children. We worship that way. It teacheth us to be thankful for all the favors we receive; to love each other, and to be united. We never quarrel about religion. Brother, the Great Spirit has made us all; but he has made a great difference between his white and red children; he has given us a different complexion, and different customs; to you he has given the arts; to these he has not opened our eyes; we know these

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things to be true. Since he has made so great a difference between us in other things, why may we not conclude that he has given us a different religion according to our understanding. The Great Spirit does right; he knows what is best for his children; we are satisfied. Brother, we do not wish to destroy your religion, or take it from you; we only want to enjoy our own. Brother, you say you have not come to get our land or our money, but to enlighten our minds. I will now tell you that I have been at your meetings, and saw you collecting money from the meeting. I cannot tell what this money was intended for, but suppose it was for your minister; and if we should conform to your way of thinking, perhaps you may want some from us. Brother, we are told that you have been preaching to the white people in this place. These people are our neighbors; we are acquainted with them; we will wait, a little while and see what effect your preaching has upon them. If we find it does them good, makes them honest and less disposed to cheat Indians, we will then consider again what you have said. Brother, you have now heard our answer to your talk, and this is all we have to say at present. As we are going to part, we will come and take you by the hand, and hope the Great Spirit will protect you on your journey, and return you safe to your friends.

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May 19th, 2021

Six Nations Birthing Centre celebrates 25 years of service

Haudenosaunee writers nominated for journalism award STAFF REPORT

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Happy 25th Anniversary to the Six Nations Birthing Centre! TSI NON:WE IONNAKERATSTHA ONA:GRAHSTA’ is an essential community service which has brought birthing back to the Six Nations community through Indigenous Midwives since 1996. Currently, Onagrasta provides maternal and child care to Six Nations band members and their families across Southern Ontario. HEALTHY6NAY

TORONTO — Two Haudenosaunee women have been nominated for journalism awards. Journalists for Human Rights announced the 2021 Annual Award for Outstanding Work by an Indigenous Youth Reporter. This year’s shortlist was announced and nominees are Oscar Baker III, Shelby Lisk and Chezney Martin. Two of the nominees are Haudenosaunee women. Lisk is a member of the Bay of Quinte - Tyendinaga Mohawks. Martin is a Six Nations resident, member of the Mohawk Nation and TRT contributor.

The award recognizes a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit journalist, or team of journalists, between the ages of 15 and 29 for a piece of outstanding journalism, published or broadcast in Canada in 2020. The award ceremony will be aired virtually by JHR and will be preceded by a panel discussion on the history of Indigenous journalism in Canada, how it has evolved in recent years, and what the future may hold. Speakers include Tanya Talaga, Anishinaabe journalist and author; Karyn Pugliese, Algonquian-Italian journalism professor and broadcaster; Angela Sterritt, Gitxsan journalist, artist and writer; and Ryan McMahon, Anishinaabe writer, podcaster and comedian.

Spraying for Gypsy Moths to begin STAFF REPORT

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SIX NATIONS — The annual spraying for gypsy moth control in the community will begin along the Grand River, including over Six Nations. An organic insecticide, Foray 48B, will be applied by airplane along the Grand River tract. The Grand River Conservation Authority says the applications will begin between May 21 and June 10, depending on weather conditions, tree and insect development. No dates for when it will be applied across Six Nations. In a statement, GRCA says the active ingredient in the pesticide is a soil bacteria called Bacillus thuringiensis kurstaki, also known as Btk. GRCA says Btk is not a human health risk and

is not toxic to bees, other insect, birds, fish, mammals or adult moths and butterflies. Gypsy moths have plagued the Grand River tract for decades. High populations of the gypsy moth results in massive tree defoliation with significant negative impacts on forest health. An uncontrolled gypsy moth overpopulation, mixed with the devastating effects the emerald ash borer has had on tree populations along the Grand river have the potential to result in major tree loses across Six Nations territory. SNGREC approved the Gypsy Moth spraying for Six Nations territory at Monday’s General Finance meeting. The total cost for this year’s program is $1,251,855 and council says the funds will be from OFNLP dollars.

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World Bee Day is May 20: Ways you can help protect this critical insect STAFF REPORT

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Ecologists say that bees are a critical part of the world’s ecosystems. In fact, it is estimated that 84% of the crops humans grow need bees and other insects to pollinate them to increase their yields. Bee pollination results in better quality of produce, and a higher number of fruits or seeds. Here are 7 familiar plants that do best with bee pollination. Almonds. When bees pollinate almond flowers the trees bear more fruit and the nutrient content rises in levels of Vitamin E. Apples. Without bees cross-pollinating, we might not get apples! Just one flower may need about 4-5 bee visits to get enough pollen grains to

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fertilize and produce fruit. Blueberries. The fuzzy bumblebees are the best at pollinating blueberries due to the bell-shape of the blueberry flower. Bumblebees visit more flowers per minute than any other pollinators. Cucumbers. Agricultural research shows that when cucumber growers intentionally introduce bees into their greenhouses that the yields increase up to 40%. Onions. This is a sur-

prising part of bee work, but nectar foraging bees love to visit onion umbels. Pumpkins. Ground-nesting female bees are more likely to visit pumpkin flowers in the early morning hours, collecting both pollen and nectar from both pumpkin and squash flowers. Strawberries. This critical part of the Haudenosaunee life cycle would not have its sweet flavour without the work of bees. A fully developed strawberry needs about 21 visits from bees. Everyone can help the work of bees with a few of these tips. Plant nectar-bearing flowers. Buy honey from local beekeepers. Preserve meadows with wildflowers and only cut the grass after nectar bearing plants have finished blooming. Use pesticides that do not harm bees and spray them in windless weather.

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LISTUGUJ — Quebec's police watchdog is investigating the deaths of two people found inside a home following a standoff on the Listuguj First Nation. The Bureau of Independent Investigations issued a statement saying officers from the Listuguj Police Department were dispatched to the residence near the New Brunswick border at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday to investigate reports of gunfire. When the officers arrived, they heard gunshots and determined that a 28-year-old man was inside the home on Riverside Drive. When the man refused to co-operate, Quebec pro-

vincial police were called in to handle the case. Soon after the man surrendered to police at 5:20 p.m., officers entered the home and found two seriously injured people. Both later died in hospital. No other details were released about the suspect, who was taken into custody. The independent agency confirmed that Quebec City police are conducting a parallel investigation. Etienne Doyon, a spokesman for Quebec City police, said the victims were a child and a man in his 20s. Meanwhile, the local band council issued a statement Sunday saying the Mi'kmaq government would be offering support services, including grief counselling, for community members.

``On behalf of myself and council, our hearts are with you,'' Chief Darcy Gray said in a brief statement. ``Our government will continue to make every effort to provide support for those in need through these difficult times.'' The council asked residents to stay away from the crime scene. They also said a sacred fire would remain lit until Thursday. Gray said the council would not be releasing further details and would not respond to media requests. The Listuguj First Nation includes about 4,058 members, about half of whom live off reserve. The community is located on the north side of the Restigouche River, across from Campbellton, N.B.

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Ia’teieká:nereh to the Grand Erie Spring Indigenous Education Report Indigenous Leadership in Education Grand Erie District School Board welcomes a new System Principal Leader of Indigenous Education and Equity, Robin Staats. Robin is a Mohawk, wolf clan of Six Nations Territory, and her Ongweho:weh name is Tsisko:ko. Robin has a longstanding passion for education with 30-year career of teaching and empowering Indigenous students. She holds a Masters of Education from Brock University as well as her Principal’s Qualification (PQP).

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In her new role, Staats will work with First Nations, as well as Métis and Inuit communities, organizations, students, and families to support student achievement, advance truth, and reconciliation within the board. She will also create and implement curriculum and programs to build knowledge and awareness of all students about Indigenous history, culture, perspectives, and contributions.

An Evening with Dr. Pamela Toulouse Grand Erie Parent Involvement Committee (GEPIC) – April 29, 2021 Grand Erie staff, parents, and students enjoyed a virtual talk with Dr. Pamela Toulouse. Toulouse has over 25 years experience in education and has authored over 64 books, Ministry of Education documents, and many educational supports utilized across Canada in educational programs. Her insights on the innovative contributions of Indigenous populations was welcomed by the audience. She is well known for her work with The Seven Grandfather Teachings for the Ministry of Education and her book titled Truth and Reconciliation. Dr. Toulouse’s publications can be ordered at Goodminds.com in Brantford.

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Grand Erie is delighted to welcome Sierra Green as the Indigenous Student Trustee for the 2021-22 school year. Sierra attends McKinnon Park Secondary School and will represent Indigenous students across Grand Erie. The trustee is selected by the United Indigenous Student Association, which has Indigenous student representatives from each of the 13 secondary schools in Grand Erie. The dedicated Indigenous student trustee position is part of Grand Erie’s Indigenous Student Leadership Initiative (ISLI). The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 63rd Call to Action forms the foundation for ISLI. Since the initiative was established, Grand Erie has met initial goals to increase the number of schools, staff and students participating, increase the number of Indigenous Engagement activities, and create a Board-wide Indigenous Student Council. The ISLI Year End Event will be happening May 27th. Details of the event will be shared with schools closer to that date.

Virtual Student Cultural Workshops The Grand Erie District School Board Cultural Mentors have been working diligently to plan a number of exciting cultural workshops for FNMI students. Registration is required and can be found within the Indigenous Student Hub in Brightspace. Visit: bit.ly/SHVirtualWorkshop for more details.

ROBIN STAATS System Principal Leader of Indigenous Education and Equity

Robin joins a team of staff dedicated to ensuring the success of Indigenous students in Grand Erie. In addition to this role, Grand Erie employs a Native Advisor of Haudenosaunee ancestry to provide consulting and advisory services to the Board on issues affecting Six Nations students, a Community Liaison Person of Haudenosaunee ancestry to provide supplementary community liaison services enrolled at Grand Erie secondary schools, as well as three Native Education Counsellors of Haudenosaunee ancestry to provide supplementary counselling and liaison services to Six Nations students.

All self-identified First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) secondary students of the Grand Erie District School Board have received an invite to join our newly launched Indigenous Student Hub located within Brightspace (student on-line platform). The Indigenous Student Hub is full of wonderful resources with the goal of improving student success of all Indigenous students across the board.

The Creator’s Game Grand Erie welcomes teachings surrounding what is referred to as the Creator’s Game otherwise known as lacrosse. Lacrosse has been a means for gathering of Indigenous communities throughout history. Students enjoyed this cultural workshop accompanied by the traditional teachings associated with the Creator’s Game as a part of their Mohawk class. Grand Erie welcomes programs that are relevant to students and staff and to surrounding Indigenous Communities.

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ONTARIO — On May 15, it was announced that the Ontario Native literacy Coalition (ONLC), had earned accolade in several categories at the 2021 Indie Book Awards, the largest International awards program for indie authors and independent publishers. The accumulative work “Akhwatsirehkó:wa My Big Family- Our Game, Our Experience, Our Way,” features a historical record of lacrosse, it’s players and it’s game carriers, and was awarded the award for the Mind, Body and Spirit Category. Published by Turtle’s Back Publishing, the book features interviews with key names in the game today, lacrosse stick makers, and more throughout

its beautifully illustrated bindings. "Our publication Akhwatsirehkó:wa My Big Family- Our Game, Our Experience, Our Way was just awarded the Winner for the 2021 Indie Book Awards in the Mind, Body and Spirit Category. The Largest International Book Awards for Indie Authors and Publishers. Thank you to our incredible writers Brennor Jacobs and Brendan Bomberry for your dedication and passion to this publication and to the medicine game, as well as all our illustrators Arnold Jacobs, Bill Powless and Artie Martin Jr., and to all our contributors of the book, Mohawk translators, and of course our extraordinary team at Turtle’s Back Publishing, a division of the Ontario Native Literacy Coalition,” wrote the ONLC to their Facebook page.

Jacobs is a well decorated lacrosse goalie and Bomberry is a well known NLL lacrosse forward. Located in Ohsweken Ontario, the ONLC is a non-profit, charitable organization, one of four provincial umbrella organizations funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training, and Skills Development. Incorporated since 1988, and operating under the guidance of an elected Board of Directors, the ONLC is a provincial networking and field development organization supporting and serving Native Stream Literacy Service Providers and learners in Ontario. The ONLC is also presently seeking manuscripts in the following genres: Graphic Novels, Playwrights, Poetry, Short stories (nonfiction/fiction), and Nonfiction/fiction.

In April, the Commonwealth Sport Canada (CSC) has appointed two new members to its Board, with the aim of improving its governance through better representation. Former Six Nations Elected Council Chief, Ava Hill, was announced as one of two new board members for the CGF. Hill is now also a member of the Indigenous Advisory Council for the Ontario Provincial Police and was recently appointed by the Minister of Natural Resources Canada to the position of Indigenous Advisor to the Geographical Names Board of Canada. Marisha Roman, who is Lithuanian and a member of the Wiikwemkoong Unceded First Nation, spent 25 years working as a lawyer investigator, specialising in indigenous is-sues. She is an active volunteer and has served on the Board of Aboriginal Legal Ser-vices, as well as a member of its Community Council. She is the chair of the Indige-nous Advisory Group at St. Paul's University and currently serves as safe sport director for Rowing Canada Aviron. As for the Commonwealth Games, a century after the first edition of the Commonwealth

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enue returns to help the economic development, and social impact upon the city. Meanwhile, the CWF also does not want to avoid its traditional schedule of a Games every four years. Never in the history of the Commonwealth Games has a country been awarded two consecutive Games. The successful host city is expected to be named in 2023, moving from 18 games to 21. Birmingham, England, will be the 2022 site. Hamilton had the option of hosting a smaller Games with fewer sports and athletes for less cost in 2026. A 2030 bid would require scaling up again to 21 sports from 18, and to 6,700 athletes instead of 5,500. The estimated cost of a hybrid 2030 bid is somewhere between the $1 billion of the original 2026 bid and the $1.5 billion of the 2030 one, but with some changes. This prompted the Hamilton 100 to drop propositions for the 2026 period, to focus on 2030. The new element for 2030 is the involvement of Six Nations, with plans to build the cricket facility on their lands. This came from an iteration that In-digenous communities would be welcome at the discussion table.

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Six Indigenous youth on Vancouver Island honoured for sport excellence STAFF REPORT

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VANCOUVER, B.C. — Young Indigenous athletes on Vancouver Island were honoured in April for their outstanding achievements in sports. The Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sports are given each year to youth under 25 years-old in six regions of B.C. who compete in a sport and demonstrate commitment to their practice and community. The awards are given in collaboration with the Indigenous Sport, Physi-

cal Activity & Recreation Council (ISPARC) and the B.C. government through a regional nomination process. The ISPARC announced the six youth recipients in the Vancouver Island region that range in their sport and extra-curricular involvement. Ellashani George, 16, War Canoe and Soccer, Duncan, Oneida Nation of the Thames and Kwakwa̱ ka̱ ’wakw. Kristine Williams, 19, Volleyball and Basketball, Duncan, Cowichan Tribes. Tristan Thomas, 15, Soccer, Nanaimo, Snuneymuxw First Nation. Willem Whitehead, 15, Lacrosse, Hockey, Big

Canoe and Basketball, Qualicum, We Wai Kai Nation. Jakob Brager, 18, Swimming, Nanaimo, Mid-Island Métis Nation. Megan McCool, from the Métis Nation BC is a multiple provincial gold medal award winner for Smallbore Rifle competition. The youth were congratulated through an online ceremony. Due to the pandemic restrictions, the award celebrations could not be held in person this year. A series of commemorative videos highlighting each of the region’s Indigenous athletes and celebrating their outstanding achievements were produced through ISPARC.

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CLUES DOWN 1. Scientist’s high-resolution tool (abbr.) 2. Type of school 3. Formal close (music) 4. Transmits high voltage 5. A way to occupy a certain area 6. Draws out 7. His Airness 8. Nocturnal rodents 9. South American plants 10. Homestead 12. Bland or semiliquid food 14. Forest resident 19. The body needs it 23. Atomic mass unit (abbr.) 24. Spell 25. Relaxing place 26. Political fundraising tool 27. Make a mistake

Answers for May 19th, 2021 Crossword Puzzle

28. Partner to Adam 29. Tyrant 34. Unit of electrical resistance 35. A history of one’s life 36. Actor DiCaprio 37. Sea eagle 39. Avoiding being caught 40. __ de Mornay, actress 41. Belonging to a thing 42. Not us 44. Motorcars 45. Capital of Bangladesh 46. Ancient Greek sophist 47. Practice boxing 48. __ Grant, actor 51. Swiss river 52. S. Sudan river 53. A bumpkin 54. One point south of southwest 58. Small island (British)

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, after a few amendments to your plan, you will have some good options to go on. Scorpio can give a look as well and offer some advice on how to proceed this week.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, if each day seems like a mental marathon, then you definitely need to find some “me” time to unwind and disconnect. Schedule time each day to devote to yourself. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 It may seem productive to look at the world through rose-colored glasses, Libra. However, repeatedly guarding others from anything unpleasant can be a disservice. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Continue to stay on top of all the nuts and bolts of your daily life, Scorpio. You have been a champ at managing schedules and deadlines for yourself and others. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Health news may bring a scare, Sagittarius. If anyone can whittle down the facts and get on a solid course, it is you. You’ll get through this challenge.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, it is time to start looking for new hobbies to pass the time, especially if you’ve been spending a lot of time at home. You could transition into a new career. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Big changes are in store for you this week, Aquarius. You could get the news that you have been waiting for. This may mean you will have to quickly rise to action.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, while others are taking in the scenery this week, you are getting down to business. This can set you on a productive path.

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May 19th, 2021

Six Nations COVID-19 Update

For more information about the data visit the FAQ in the report at sixnationscovid19.ca. For any further questions about this data or report please email epidemiologist@sixnations.ca (Updated: 2021-05-18)

Status of Cases Six Nations COVID-19 Response Level: Black

How many cases have we had in the last 7 days?

Active Cases

Total in Self-isolation

Currently Hospitalized

Date

Positive Results

Total Resolved

Total Deaths

525

513

Resolved

11/May/2021

13/May/2021

12/May/2021

Total Positive Results

14/May/2021 15/May/2021

17/May/2021

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16/May/2021

Deaths

Total

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Core-Monitoring Indicators Indicators: Low risk This means indicator thresholds are generally in the low risk categories, showing signs of containment

# of Cases Last 7 days

% Positivity (7 day moving average)

Effective Reproduction Number

0.35

How is level of risk measured? Each week we conduct a risk assessment to track our core monitoring indicators in Six Nations. Indicators are based on virus transmission, community health system capacity (Public Health, EMS, Assessment testing centre), our surrounding area health care system, and community compliance to the public health measures (isolation adherence, reports of gatherings, quarantine adherence). These measures we use as part of determining our alert level. For more information see the COVID-19 response framework.

How do we compare to our surrounding areas? Haldimand/Norfolk

Hamilton

Toronto

Six Nations

Brant County

SN Cases per 100,000

BCHU Cases per 100,000

HNHU Cases per 100,000

HPH Cases per 100,000

TPH Cases per 100,000

7.82

122

133

163

What variants of concerns are in Six Nations? # of cases that have screened positive for a variant (Lineage unknown)

Total # of cases positive for B.1.1.7 (UK)

Total # of cases who had a VOC

% of current active cases screened positive for a VOC

100%

What trends are occurring in Six Nations? How many daily new cases have we had?

How many total cases have we had? Cumulative cases

Positive Results

Jul 2020

Jan 2021 Date

500

Jul 2020

Jan 2021 Date