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OHSWEKEN — Three more people from Six Nations have lost their lives to COVID-19. On Monday February 7, Six Nations announced the three deaths along with 36 active COVID cases currently with 16 new cases reported in the last 7 days. Currently there are 134 people in self isolation. There are 5 people in hospital. Six Nations is staying steady at 70% of all cases occurring in unvaccinated people. New to the statistics update is a notice that
Ohsweken Public Health is not tracking variants. “At this time all COVID-19 cases are presumed the Omicron variant, COVID-19 cases will not be screened for the Omicron variant,” says the statement. Over the course of the pandemic there have been just under 1500 people who have confirmed contracted the virus. It is widely assumed that results across the province do not reflect the actual case numbers of Omicron as testing standards have changed and backlogs have prevented confirmation by PCR testing. In total, 22 people from Six Nations have died since the beginning of the pandemic.
HALDIMAND - On February 2, 2022, at 11:24 p.m., Haldimand County OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Argyle Street South in Caledonia. While speaking with the driver, signs of alcohol consumption were detected. The individual was transported to an OPP detachment for additional
testing. As a result of the investigation, Omar Deen KURD, 30-years-old, of Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation is charged with Operation while Impaired - Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus). The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga at a later date to answer to the charges.
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HALDIMAND - On February 2, 2022, at 12:38 a.m., Haldimand County OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Bains Road in South Cayuga. As a result of the investigation, Myeengun LOCKE, 31-years-old of Haldimand County is charged with the following offences: Take Motor Vehicle Without Consent, Careless Driving, and driving without a license.The accused is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga at a later date to answer to the charges. Break and Enter BRANT — On Monday, February 7, 2022, at approximately 2:02 a.m., Brant County OPP responded to an alarm on Paris Road in the County of Brant. Unknown persons had gained entry to the business and removed bottles of alcohol. Stolen vehicle BRANT — On Sunday, February 6, 2022 at approximately 9:12 p.m., Brant County OPP responded to a vehicle theft on Main Street North in the County of Brant. A
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Six Nations quietly discussing dozens of projects during pandemic DONNA DURIC
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The Six Nations of the Grand River Lands and Resources department has been in talks with various developers throughout the pandemic – with zero community input. Coun. Wendy Johnson took the department’s Consultation and Accommodation (CAP) team leader, Lonny Bomberry, to task at a political liaison meeting last month after he provided a vague list of projects to council in an attempt to “update” the committee on the projects. But there was no information provided in the update, just a list of proponents and discussions the team is currently engaged in. Information on these projects is nowhere to be found on the Six Nations Future website – a website created and dedicated solely to providing information to Six Nations community members on engagements with developers on Six Nations treaty
territory. The “active engagements” section of the website is blank. It’s not known how Six Nations will be accommodated, or if it will be accommodated, on any of the projects Bomberry brought to the committee last month. SNGR’s communications team provided the Two Row Times with a list of projects the CAP team brought to the committee, but the communications office has yet to answer specific questions seeking more information on each project. Calls to Six Nations Lands and Resources Director Lonny Bomberry have not been returned. In the meantime, the Two Row Times has compiled a list of the projects/ discussions with a brief background on each, if available. The list of projects the CAP team is discussing include: -City of Brantford update (discussion on how to move forward with developers) -City of Toronto: update on official plan and
discussion on Indigenous heritage within the city -Discussed with WSP Consultants (an engineering consultant firm with offices in Ontario) on the Lake Erie Industrial Park. According to the Haldimand County website, the Lake Erie Industrial Park is one of the largest industrial parks in Ontario, proposed for the north shore of Lake Erie. The 4,500-acre park is zoned for heavy industrial use. The owner is listed as “private.” -Town of Lincoln Lakeshore Flood Mitigation measures -Lake Erie Connector Project: a proposed 1,000 MW high voltage, 117 km underwater transmission line that would deliver power between Ontario and 13 mid-western and mid-Atlantic states in the U.S. Construction is expected to begin this year. It’s not known if Six Nations will benefit from the project in any capacity. -Greenbelt West Coalition: discussion regarding the proposed expansion of the Greenbelt. The Green-
belt is a large swath of protected land throughout Ontario surrounding a significant portion of the Golden Horseshoe. -MNDMNRF (Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry); the CAP team says it’s been in discussion with that ministry on “various projects and applications.” -County of Brant: various consent applications. Six Nations also discussed the wording of the county’s Official Plan document -City of Cambridge: proposed pedestrian bridge in Hespeler -Discussions with the IAAC (Impact Assessment Agency of Canada) on the 413 Highway project, also known as the GTA West Project. The 60-kilometer highway would connect Milton from the 401 to Vaughan, ending at Hwy. 400. The project has already sparked protests from environmental groups. The project will clear out 2,000 acres of farmland, cut through 85 waterways, and pave 400 acres of protected land
near Vaughan. -City of Guelph: environmental impacts of proposed pedestrian bridge -Region of Waterloo: update on Official Plan -LIV Developments: discussion on Birkett Lane/River Road housing development. The project is a proposed 1,200-unit housing development on greenspace in Eagle Place in Brantford. -Ontario Place: reviewed their environmental assessment for site servicing -City of Hamilton: discussed the city’s biodiversity action plan -Discussed the Chedoke Creek rehabilitation plan. Chedoke Creek is the site of an infamous sewage spill in the City of Hamilton in 2018. Remediation work on the disastrous spill, which also affected an extremely sensitive wetland on the edge of the city called Cootes Paradise, as well as the Western Hamilton Harbour Area, is ongoing. -Discussions with Brant County on potential locations for an elevated water
tank in Paris -MECP (Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks) discussions regarding changes made to the environmental assessment process -Metrolinx: discussed project approach and how decisions are made -Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission: discussed a proposal to bury nuclear waste. The location of this proposed waste burial is not known. -Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry: discussed the possibility of the ministry creating mechanisms for revenue sharing with Indigenous communities -City of Kitchener Biehn Drive extension: environmental discussion -GRCA (Grand River Conservation Authority) quarterly meeting -Transport Canada: capacity funding discussion -Broccolini Real Estate Group: meeting to discuss concerns. Broccolini is a Canadian development company.
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Elected council votes unanimously to change name of Gaylord Powless Arena STAFF REPORT
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SIX NATIONS — Six Nations Elected Council says they will change the name of the arena in Ohsweken — removing the name of Gaylord Powless and restoring the previous name of the Six Nations Sports and Cultural Memorial Arena. A delegation approached Six Nations Elected Council on Tuesday night to ask again that Gaylord Powless’ name be removed from the arena. Councillor Audrey Powless-Bomberry recused herself from the discussion and left the meeting due to a conflict of interest. Council previously heard the groups concerns in 2019 during an emotional struggle between a committee of elders and relatives of Powless. Several community members
shared their thoughts on either side of the issue — and as a result, SNGREC made a decision to keep the GPA name but to name the entire space in the village where the arena is located the Six Nations Sports and Cultural Memorial Centre. On Tuesday — the group stated that they do not like that decision — claiming that the initial name change in 2001 was illegitimate. The arena that stands at the heart of Ohsweken was originally named the Six Nations Sports and Cultural Memorial Centre in 1972 with a name change in 2001 to the Gaylord Powless Arena in a motion brought forward to council by a Six Nations community member following Powless’ passing. According to historical records, SNEC passed a Band Council Resolution to change the arena name
to the “Gaylord Powless Sports Centre” on July 24, 2001. A memo was then sent to Six Nations Parks and Recreation informing them of the change. SNGREC unanimously passed a motion Tuesday, saying it will revert the name of the arena back to the Six Nations Sports and Cultural Memorial Centre — and possibly build a Hall of Fame honouring all Six Nations athletes and looking for a different way to honour Powless. Currently the sports centre in Ohsweken includes the arena, the Six Nations Community Hall, Dajoh Youth and Elders Centre, lacrosse field, blue running track, a splash pad, an outdoor rink, skateboard park, plus the Six Nations ball diamond, horse track, a concession stand and is the current home of the Six Nations Parks and Recreation offices.
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Licensed retail cannabis stores officially open this month By TRT Staff The Six Nations Cannabis Commission (SNCC) announced that the first three stores issued a license through the Six Nations Cannabis Control Law will be open and ready for business in the coming days, with a “soft launch” opening day set for Feb. 21. The commission is funded by Six Nations of the Grand River elected council but is governed by a board of community members. “The feedback, support and patience of community and elected leaders has truly made this a community-led initiative,” said SNCC Chair Nahnda Garlow. “Together, we have built a cannabis economy for the people Six Nations, made by the people of Six Nations.” Consumers will notice an official stamp of the commission on all licensed products sold on the territory.
Retail cannabis operators adhering to the cannabis control law contribute a portion of their sales to a community fund meant to benefit community initiatives. Several retail cannabis stores have already opened under the umbrella and support of a community-led group called the Six Nations People’s Cannabis Coalition that also aims to regulate the cannabis industry on the territory. A grand opening event will be held during Six Nations Community Awareness Month this coming May, respecting COVID safety protocols that may be in place. The three cannabis retail locations are: Spot on 54 - 865 County Road 54; The Godfather of Bud 514 Second Line; and New Leaf - 2901 Fourth Line. Additional retail locations will launch in the coming weeks. Six Nations of the Grand River created the Six
Nations Cannabis Commission to develop and implement a comprehensive cannabis regulatory regime that will ensure the health and safety of community members and that cannabis businesses operating on the territory are contributing to the economic well-being of all Six Nations people. The Six Nations Cannabis Control Law (SNCCL) came into effect on June 21, 2021. “Anyone who wishes to operate a cannabis business (production or retail sale) on Six Nations territory must apply for and be issued a licence by SNCC, and comply with the ongoing licensing and health and safety requirements contained in the Six Nations Cannabis Control Law and Six Nations Cannabis Control Regulations which can be found online at www.sncannabis.com,” notes a press release from the commission.
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It is so easy to get caught up in the every day and to begin to forget the magical gift of love that we are blessed with as human beings. Among every animal in the world, there is a struggle — eat or be eaten. Humans are the only beings with the capacity to find peace and that is only possible because we each have human will. The will to love. The will to forgive. The will to let things go and find peace. The will to press in and fight to the bitter end. The will to endure. The will to survive. The will to overcome. We all have, as humans, free will. Typically Valentine’s Day is set aside for celebrating romantic love. This week, we wanted to take another look at different types of love. What about self-love? What about historic love that breaks stereotypes and brings change to a community forever? How do we as indigenous people define love? What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy love? We hope you enjoy our examination of love in this week’s issue. Six Nations is a community rich with love. Love of the culture, the community and our history. Love of the language. Love of rez food. Love of the days gone by. Love is expressed in thousands of ways on our Territory and is just one more way that we all celebrate the freedom to express Haudenosaunee diversity. Who do you love and how do you love and
are loved, matter. This includes embracing all expressions of romantic love is also a part of what makes us strong as a culture and community. And as we progress as a people, making space for LGBTQ2S+ communities to express love authentically and meaningfully also makes us a better community. How we love one another as a people is possibly our greatest love story. The times we make space for one another — to grieve, to be heard, to heal — is meaningful work. The life energy that we invest into love for one another is a good investment. Making efforts to understand someone else’s perspective and even if you disagree, giving them space to speak and stand where they are, grows the community. Embracing our children and their hopes and dreams for the future is love. Lifting up our elders and finding wisdom in their stories is love. Cherishing the days, enjoying the process along the way in building a vibrant and diverse community is love. Thanking folks for their time and efforts to build a safer space for our people is love. Investing time in visiting your neighbour is love. Let’s celebrate one another and diversify our perceptions of love this year and grow as a community and nation.
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Living life (and relationships) through filters Does social media encourage staying in unhealthy relationships? JACE KOBLUN
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In today’s world of online dating, swiping right, gaining followers and hiding flaws with a filter, has it become too easy to curate the perfect digital persona for yourself and can the same can be said about our real life relationships? As we approach Valentine’s Day, how much effort do we put in maintaining the look of our relationships no matter how toxic it may be? “In a healthy relationship, everything just kind of works. Sure, you might disagree from time to time or come upon other bumps in the road, but you generally make decisions together, openly discuss any problems that arise, and genuinely enjoy each other’s company,” wrote Cindy Lamothe and Crystal Raypole in an article for healthline.com. “Toxic relationships are another story. In a toxic relationship, you might consistently feel drained or unhappy after spending time with your partner, according to relationship therapist Jor-El Caraballo, which can suggest that some things need to change.” The website shared its list of 14 signs you are in a toxic relationship: Lack of support – The time you spend together no longer feels positive. You don’t feel supported or encouraged, and you can’t trust them to show up for you. Instead, you might get the impression that your needs and interests don’t
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matter, that they only care about what they want. Toxic communication – Instead of kindness and mutual respect, most of your conversations are filled with sarcasm or criticism and fuelled by contempt. Envy or jealousy – While it’s perfectly fine to experience a little envy from time to time, Caraballo explains it can become an issue if your envy keeps you from thinking positively about your partner’s successes. Controlling behaviors – Does your partner ask where you are all the time? Maybe they become annoyed or irritated when you don’t immediately answer texts or text you again and again until you do. These behaviors might stem from jealousy or lack of trust, but they can also suggest a need for control — both of which can contribute to relationship toxicity. Resentment – Holding on to grudges and letting them fester chips away at intimacy. “Over time, frustration or resentment can build up and make a smaller chasm much bigger,” Caraballo notes. Dishonesty – You find yourself constantly making up lies about your whereabouts or who you meet up with — whether that’s because you want to avoid spending time with your partner or because you worry how they’ll react if you tell them the truth. Patterns of disrespect – Being chronically late, casually “forgetting” events, and other behaviours that show disrespect for your
time are a red flag. Negative financial behaviours – Sharing finances with a partner often involves some level of agreement about how you’ll spend or save your money. That said, it’s not necessarily toxic if one partner chooses to spend money on items the other partner doesn’t approve of. It can be toxic, though, if you’ve come to an agreement about your finances and one partner consistently disrespects that agreement, whether by purchasing big-ticket items or withdrawing large sums of money. Constant stress – Ordinary life challenges that come up — a family member’s illness, job loss — can create some tension in your relationship, of course. But finding yourself constantly on edge, even when you aren’t facing stress from outside sources, is a key indicator that something’s off. Ignoring your needs – Going along with whatever your partner wants to do, even when it goes against your wishes or comfort level, is a sure sign of toxicity, says clinical psychologist Catalina Lawsin, PhD. Lost relationships – You’ve stopped spending time with friends and family, either to avoid conflict with your partner or to get around having to explain what’s happening in your relationship. Lack of self-care – In a toxic relationship, you might let go of your usual self-care habits. You might withdraw from hobbies you once loved, neglect your health, and sacrifice your free time. This might
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happen because you don’t have the energy for these activities or because your partner disapproves when you do your own thing. Hoping for change – You might stay in the relationship because you remember how much fun you had in the beginning. Maybe you think that if you just change yourself and your actions, they’ll change as well. Walking on eggshells – You worry that by bringing up problems, you’ll provoke extreme tension, so you become conflict avoidant and keep any issues to yourself. If you feel as though you or someone you know is in a toxic relationship and need help, here are some things you can do suggested by Caraballo. View your partner with compassion. “When you find yourself wanting to blame your partner for all the problems in the relationship, try taking a step back and looking at the potential motivators behind their behaviour,” Caraballo said. Find support. Support might involve talking to a close friend or trusted mentor. Practice healthy communication. Pay close attention to how you talk to each other as you mend things. Be gentle with each other, and try to avoid sarcasm and even mild jabs. Be accountable. “Both partners must acknowledge their part in fostering the toxicity,” Lawsin said. Relationships do not get better overnight. Over the next few months, work together on being patient and flexible with one another.
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Indigenous love languages Does ‘love’ hold the same meaning in every language? JACE KOBLUN
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Love is a catch-all term for many kinds of feelings in the English language. While the emotions of love are universal, the way we talk about them and the words we use to describe them are not. Robert Johnson said in “The Fisher King and the Handless Maiden” that Sanskrit has 96 words for love; ancient Persian has 80, Greek three, and English only one. Take a look at some Indigenous words for love that often take on much more meaning than the English counterpart. The word ganǫhkwásra in Cayuga translates to love among us. The same can be said for several Cree words — sakihitowin means love of your family and community; kisakihitin is love for your significant other. “This is indicative of the poverty of awareness or emphasis that we give to that tremendously important realm of feeling,” wrote Johnson. “If we had a vocabulary of 30 words for love we would imme-
diately be richer and more intelligent in this human element so close to our heart. Here are some other Indigenous words or phrases for love: The Tuscarora-English Dictionary by Blair A. Rudes says the Tuscarora word for love is unurehkwahcreh. In the Onondaga-English Dictionary by Hanni Woodbury the Onondaga word for love (kindness) is ganowekhwáhsae. The word for love (respect) is gunowekhwa. The Oneida-English Dictionary by Karen Michelson and Mercy Doxtator lists the word for love in Oneida as kanolukhwahsla. The dictionary lists the word for ‘love someone’ as kunolukhwa. According to the Te Aka Māori-English/English-Māori dictionary, the Maori in New Zealand would say aroha when meaning ‘to love.’ The Navajo may say ayóóʼáyóʼní when talking about having strong affections for someone or something. The Ojibwe People’s Dictionary said zaagi’id-
iwin is used to reference ‘mutual love’ and zhawenim is used for unconditional love. Zaagi is how to say ‘love’. In Mohawk the word is Ganohkwa. Sheryl Paul wrote in an article titled, “96 Words for Love” that there are so many different ways to show and say love. “When we attune our awareness and widen our consciousness to include these variations on our narrow cultural definition, we know that romantic love is multicoloured and multidimensional. It's infinitely richer than the images presented on the big screen, infinitely more nuanced and alive than the one-dimensional feeling of butterflies that sometimes initiates a relationship. It's appreciation, comfort, gratitude, warmth, tingles, trust, awe, softness, joy, contentment, and stability (to name just a few words for love). It's real and honest, and when we commit to loving one person with whom we can learn about, it becomes one of the most fulfilling and meaningful paths we can embark upon,” she said.
spoke to the issue — confirming that the story is false. “No, we are not turning into a municipality,” said Chief Hill. It had been expressed on social media at Six Nations the last few weeks. Chief Hill assured community that the elected council has not signed any agreements to turn the reserve into a municipality. The Chief said that he was not sure where the story was coming from. Councillor Bomberry said that the story was
believed to be surrounding the council’s decision to begin following the provincial COVID closure guidelines. The stories on social media and circulation of misinformation was reaching a fever pitch as residents were threatening to protest and organize to stop a transition that was never even happening. Council says they will prepare a statement to address the misinformation.
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Two facing weapons charges By TRT Staff OHSWEKEN — At around 2:20 a.m. on Saturday, February 5 — SNP were stopped by a resident saying there were two suspicious males in the area. Officers saw a black pickup truck in the parking lot of a business on 4th Line. Police found two firearms and ammunition inside the truck. Landon Thomas-Henry, 20, of Ohsweken and Cameron Hunter Reid, 20, of Ohsweken are both facing weapons charges. Thomas-Henry is facing additional charges on outstanding warrants for Assault, Assault with a Weapon, Breaking and Entering.
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Be 19 years of age or over and able to provide an official birth certificate or proof of age; Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position having regard to your own safety and the safety of members of the public Have successfully completed at least 4 years of Secondary School education or its equivalent (official transcripts and diplomas will be required) Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people would consider being trustworthy and having integrity, with no criminal record; certified by a physician to be fit for duty as a front line Six Nations Police Constable and able to pass physical tests which are required in the recruiting process Possess a valid driver’s license with no more than 6 accumulated demerit points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges Be able to pass a security clearance as well as background investigation, credit card and reference checks
If you have any criminal convictions under a Federal Statute you must obtain a pardon. Special Requirements – for the Six Nations Police Service, in order to address the unique and at times urgent needs of the Six Nations of the Grand River Community and Haudenosaunee culture, additional requirements include: -
Extensive knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory A sound understanding of Haudenosaunee culture, customs, traditions and social political issues of the Six Nations of the Grand River Six Nations of the Grand River Band Membership/Citizenship and residency is considered a preferred asset and Membership or extensive working experience with any Indigenous Nation will also be considered an asset
Desirable Qualifications: • Six Nations Band member preferred Assets: • Previous policing related experience • Law and security courses, etc. Closing Date: Applications must be received by 3:00 p.m. Friday, February 25, 2022 Applications in complete form are to be mailed or hand delivered to: Six Nations Police P.O. Box 758 2112 4th Line Road Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0 Attention: Policing Administrator For further information, please contact the Policing Administrator at 519-445-4191. COVID-19 Restrictions will be exercised.
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Self-compassion is the new self-love DONNA DURIC
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When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of romantic dinners with a love interest, marriage proposals, extravagant gift-giving to a significant other, struggling to get dinner reservations at your favourite restaurant, or a candlelit dinner at home. Love is often a word associated with another person, or an object, or a pet. It is something we think of as being projected outwards, towards someone, or something else. Rarely do we think of love as a natural or healthy feeling to experience or direct toward oneself. It connotes selfishness and is even pathologized in some cases. We ascribe selflove as being indicative of pathological disorders such as narcissistic personality disorder. We picture a highly-polished man or woman preening before every
mirror they see, not a hair out of place, or the tragic Greek figure Narcissus who died by the edge of a river after he fell in love with his own image reflecting back at him. That is not healthy self-love. That is extreme insecurity masquerading and compensating as selflove. Instead of pathologizing the concept of self-love, psychologists and self-help circles are encouraging people to have self-compassion; to direct that compassion we would normally provide a friend during tough times to ourselves during our own tough times. Most people struggle to like themselves, let alone love themselves. “Loving oneself” sounds like a vague pop psychology term with no real meaning. How do you “love yourself?” It doesn’t seem to make much sense or mean anything. Let’s rephrase that this Valentine’s Day and think about being kind to yourself instead.
Kindness, self-compassion and self-acceptance are the concepts we need to focus on. A lot of our issues are rooted in a deep-seated feeling of self-loathing. We beat ourselves up and say things to ourselves we wouldn’t dream of saying to a best friend, an elderly parent, or a beloved child. We aren’t as kind to ourselves as we should be. We easily give that kindness away to others who are suffering. But when we are suffering, or make mistakes, we berate ourselves. Berating oneself causes feelings of hopelessness, or giving up, and we then keep repeating the same self-defeating behaviours over and over again because we figure, ‘why bother? I’m just going to screw up again.’ Self-compassion workshops are at the root of many mental wellness programs and therapies for things like Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, addictions, and trauma-related
disorders. Being a supportive friend to yourself is at the root of self-compassion. A friend doesn’t have to be someone else – you can, and should be, your own best friend for life. And the internal monologue and ‘automatic thoughts’ you have every day shape how you feel about, and toward, yourself, shaping your own core self-concept. If we were raised to be self-loathing by harsh caregivers, it stands to reason you’ll have a poor core self-concept in adulthood, which could lead to all sorts of unhealthy behaviour patterns. So let’s define self-compassion. The three basic elements of self-compassion are self-kindness vs. self-judgment; common humanity vs. isolation; and mindfulness vs. over-identification. Self-judgment is berating yourself for making mistakes and having personal shortcomings. You might not be the fastest
The SIX NATIONS POLICE Service is calling for applications for an Administrative Assistant/Civilian Position.
The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for performing functions associated to the financial operations of the Six Nations Police Service as required by carrying out activities for accounts payable and payroll functions as a secondary responsibility.
Assists with General bookkeeping, payroll as required by: Assisting with the accounts payable and making payments from appropriate accounts as directed Entering financial data for payroll and information on accounting software, Skills and Knowledge Have successfully completed at least 4 years of Secondary School education or its equivalent (official transcripts and diplomas will be required) Minimum of 5 years in the office setting Knowledge of police service structure, function and activities Knowledge of and experience in the use of personal computers and office software programs Ability to devise and maintain an effective filing system Excellent oral and written communications skills Excellent organizational skills Ability to work independently and exhibit a high degree of initiative and self-direction Ability to deal with confidential matters Willing to attend training and travel as necessary Familiar with financial software Assets Six Nations of the Grand River Band Membership/citizenship is considered a preferred asset Closing Date: Applications must be received by February 22, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. A complete job description is available at the front desk of the Six Nations Police Station. Please submit a covering letter and resume inclusive of 3 references and completed Police Information Police Vulnerable Sector Check Form to: Six Nations Police P.O. Box 758 2112 4th Line Road Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0 Attention Policing Administrator For further information, please contact the Policing Administrator at 519-445-4191
happier or more satisfied with yourself or your life. Those comparisons will leave you feeling isolated and cut off from society – a reject among the “perfect” moms at the daycare drop-off circle. We all need to be kind to one another and ourselves. You are not meant to be flawless. Finally, mindfulness is an important tool in self-compassion. Being aware of your emotions and feeling them adequately – neither too much, nor suppressing them – is a skill that can be learned. Over-identifying with your pain, sadness, anger, etc. leads to magnification of your suffering and that’s not anything anyone wants. Mindfulness teaches us to observe our emotions like clouds passing by in the sky – picture the emotions as a cloud and put a name on that cloud, identify them, label them, view them from afar. This Valentine’s Day, re-connect with your one true love: yourself.
To Celebrate and Honour Six International Nations Language i the DecadeCommission of Indigenous Languages A Benchmark for Planning and Development Officer f The Six Nations Languages Commission 2022-2032
The Administrative Assistant undertakes general administrative and clerical duties to support the day to day administrative and executive operations of the Six Nations Police Service as well as assisting in the purchasing of uniforms, equipment and supplies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES; Recording, transcribing and distributing minutes of various meetings as requested Performing word processing and typing duties, as required, such as: personal computer, standard office software and maintaining a file system Composing and typing standard or routine correspondence as required, Assisting with conference co-ordinating activities for various forums, business meetings and workshops Makes travel arrangements as requested Ordering police service uniforms and equipment as well as ordering promotional items and office equipment as directed and retrieving competitive bids for orders Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
runner on the track team and that one girl is always beating you in every race, no matter how much training you put in, you can’t seem to catch her. With self-kindness, you can tell yourself that you can’t be number one at everything and remember the times you did get first place in something. You can also tell yourself that your achievements do not define your self-worth and they shouldn’t define the level of kindness you give yourself. Common humanity is realizing that every person is facing the same struggles you are; instead of comparing yourself and beating yourself up for not having it all together like that perfect-seeming mom with the perfect kids, house, outfit, hair, makeup and husband. She is more than likely suffering in some deep-rooted way that you can’t see – she shares a common humanity with you and comparing her life with yours is not self-compassion, nor does it help you become
For Immediate Release: January 21, 2022
Working within the parameters of an approved annual plan the SNLC PDO pr
The Six Nationsthe Language Commission is pleased to announce that they are undertaking to expand existing language strategy to create a comprehensive 10-year the development of a long range strategic Onkwehonweh Language Plan. This initiative and provide direction for language growth required for the revitalization of coincides with the launch of the United Nations Declaration of the: International Decade languages as living,and growing, of daily lifelanguage through the developme of Indigenous Language, continuesvibrant to supportparts the great, on-going recovery and maintenance of language programs. efforts that are underway on the Territory.
This new benchmark is the time to evaluate, consolidate and articulate a set of new plans Contact Karen at karen@snlanguagecommission.com or Emily at admin@snlanguag for the community here at Six Nations at Grand River. The SN Language Commission wants for full Statement Job Description. to improve the deliveryof of Qualifications existing programsand and to develop a comprehensive community language strategy that will create: a slate of best practices, new instruction pedagogies and February 4thsuccesses at 4:00that PMproduces even more proficient language speakers at aCloses set of metrics to gage Six Nations. The SN Language Commission will seek input from language learners/students at all levels, community members and community partner agencies. To assist in building this language strategic plan, the SNLC is seeking a Planning and Development Officer, with the posting, closing on February 4th, 2022, at 4:00 pm. Salary: $70,000-$80,000 To obtain a detailed Job Description or for more information regarding the posting, contact Karen at: karen@snlanguagecommission.com or Emily at: admin@snlanguagecommission.com Office number: 905-765-5595 Many Nations and Indigenous Language organizations across the globe are raising awareness through various campaigns and conferences to Honour the Decade of Indigenous Languages. The SNLC is no exception, they will be engaging and seeking partnerships and community support as they plan for a special Ǫgwehǫ:weh Language Conference, in the near future. The Cherokee Nation and Global Indigenous Languages Caucus recently hosted an International Decade of Indigenous Languages Launch Event on January 5-7, 2022. Linguistically, the Cherokee are considered Northern Iroquoian, you can listen to this historic record of their event online at: https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/cherokeenation-and-global-indigenous-languages-caucus-host-international-decade-indigenous
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Man facing assault with weapon charges By TRT Staff
Haldimand County launching Community & Recreation Facilities Strategy Haldimand County is preparing a Community & Recreation Facilities Strategy to identify major facility needs and establish a long-term implementation plan. The Strategy will focus on facilities for activities like aquatics, sports, arts and community wellness.
We want to hear from you! If you are a resident of Haldimand County or regularly use our services, please complete the survey at www.HaldimandCounty.ca/RecStrategy. Let us know what you want recreation and community wellness facilities to look like in Haldimand. The survey will be available until March 7, 2022 and should take about 10 minutes to complete. Thank you for helping shape Haldimand County’s future recreation plans!
OHSWEKEN — On Friday, February 4th, 2022, at approximately 11:30 PM, the Six Nations Police received a disturbance call at an Oak Street address in the village of Ohsweken. The caller stated her vehicle was being stolen by a male and female. Police arrived on scene and were informed by three victims that the female suspect left on foot towards Bicentennial Trail while the accused male was at the back of a house on Bicentennial Trail, trying to break in. Police located fresh
tracks in the snow leading towards the back of the house. Police observed a male standing on the back of the porch, who was taken into custody, all while resisting with a weapon in his hand. Police arrested the male for Break and Enter and Theft of a Motor Vehicle. Police search the male and located scissors, a small bottle of unknown pills, a phone, and 2 knives on his person. The accused, John Alexander Hill – 31 years of Ohsweken, was held for a bail hearing on the following charges:
Mischief under $5,000, Possession over $5,000, Assault with Weapon x 6, Dangerous Driving, Impaired Operation, Theft of Motor Vehicle, Breaking and Entering with Intent, Breach Probation, Operation while Prohibited x 5. Police continue to investigate for the female suspect. If you or anyone you know has information about this investigation please contact Six Nations Police at 519-445-2811 or Crimestoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.crimestoppersbb. com.
at the location on First Line and Six Nations child protection agency Ogwadeni:deo was called in by police to assist. During their investigation, police uncovered oxycodone, hydromorphone, cocaine in baggies, scales, drug packaging,
cellphones and Canadian currency. As a result, a 22 year old female, a 35 year old male and a 49 year old female are facing drug trafficking charges. Police did not release the names of any of the accused.
Three facing drug charges
By TRT Staff SIX NATIONS — Police say three people from Ohsweken are facing significant drug charges after a search at a store on Tuscarora Road and a residence on First Line. Children were present
NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT Pressure District 2/3 Water Storage Tank Municipal Class Environmental Assessment
The Study The City of Brantford has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) study for siting a new water storage tank to service existing and future residents in the City’s Pressure District (PD) 2/3. The need for additional storage in PD 2/3 was identified in the recent City of Brantford Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Master Servicing Plan Update. The study will evaluate various alternatives for siting a new water storage tank to address the need for additional storage within the distribution system, in addition to associated transmission watermains and modifications to existing pumping stations to meet service area demands.
The Process The study is being conducted in accordance with Schedule ‘B’ requirements of the Municipal Engineers Association “Municipal Class Environmental Assessment” manual (October 2000, as recently amended in 2015) which is approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act.
How to Get Involved The City would like anyone with an interest in this study to have an opportunity to provide input, which will help the project team in the decision-making process. A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in early 2022 to present the issues being addressed and opportunities being considered, study findings, and the evaluation of siting options for the new water storage tank, including
the preferred recommended site, and associated infrastructure. Details of the PIC will be advertised prior to the event. To stay up to date, visit the project website: brantford.ca/WaterStorageTankEA If you have any questions or comments regarding this study or wish to be added to the study mailing list, please contact either one of the project team representatives below:
Shahab Shafai, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Semyon Chaymann
Project Manager City of Brantford Phone: 519-759-4150 ext. 5745 Email: SShafai@brantford.ca
Consultant Project Manager AECOM Canada Ltd. Phone: (647) 524-9314 Email: semyon.chaymann@aecom.com
With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record of the Study. The Study is being conducted according to the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, which is a planning process approved under Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act.
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Deadline for Indian Day Schools claim approaching STAFF REPORT
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OTTAWA — Organizers with the Indian Day Schools settlement claim are drawing attention to the approaching deadline for former students to submit their claims for compensation. The deadline for submissions is July 13, 2022. Class members are eligible or free legal support and help filling out their Claim Form through Gowling WLG. Just about 130,000 people have submitted their claims to date. In-community workshops are provided to a number of communities, while online webinars are accessible to anyone who has questions or requires more information on how to complete their Claim Form. Additionally, 24-hour mental health support is available to anyone in distress through
Job Posting: Corporate Secretary the Hope for Wellness binars are being held via Help Line. Zoom that provide virtual Job Posting: Corporate Secretary Date of Posting: January 25, 2022 Closing Date: February 15, 2022 “We recognize and hon- support for communiour the strength it takes Date of Posting: January offered 25, 2022 Closing Date: February 15, 2022 ties. Webinars, in Position Type: This is a full-time permanent position. to go through this claims both English and French, process,” says Cam Position Camer- Type: This is a full-time position. provide guidance on howpermanent Organizational Overview: on, Class Counsel lead for Six Na?ons Polytechnic is a unique post-secondary Ins?tu?on, recognized by community, government and ins?tu?ons of to complete a Claim Form. Indian Day Schools Implehigher learning, as a centre of excellence in Indigenous Educa?on. Six Na?ons Polytechnic has delivered post-secondary Organizational Overview: mentation. “For those who This virtual support will programming for over two decades, in partnership with publicly funded Ontario Universi?es and Colleges. Na?onscontinue Polytechnic is July a unique to the 13, post-secondary Ins?tu?on, recognized by community, government and ins?tu?ons of attended a Federal Six Indian 2022, deadline, ensuring higher learning, as a centre of excellence in Indigenous Educa?on. Six Na?ons Polytechnic has delivered post-secondary Day School but have yet Function & Overview: uninterrupted service programming for over two decades, in partnership with publicly fundedtheOntario Universi?es and to submit a Claim Form, Under the supervision of the President/CEO Corporate Secretary will provide highColleges. level administrative leadership to throughout the COVID-19 the Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) Board, President/CEO, and Corporate Services. As the primary point of contact for both we want you to know we the board and President/CEO, your role is to support efficient organizational governance through effective are here to help you. With pandemic. Dates and Function & Overview: communications and records maintenance, practicing discretion with sensitive matters, and fostering positive relations a few months before the times for these webinars Under the supervision of the President/CEO the Corporate Secretary will provide high level administrative leadership to with staff, students, stakeholders, and the community. deadline, we know the there can be found online at inSix Nations Polytechnic (SNP) Board, President/CEO, and Corporate Services. As the primary point of contact for both are still many people who the boarddiandayschools.com/en/ and President/CEO, your role is seeking to support efficient organizational governance through If you are a new and exci?ng career opportunity, have passion for educa?on, and want to be part ofeffective a dynamic, have yet to file a Claim contact/presentations/ diverse, and con?nuously growing team, then Six Na?ons Polytechnic is the employer for you!positive relations communications and records maintenance, practicing discretion with sensitive matters, and fostering Form. We hope to avoid Mental health counsel-and the community. with staff, students, stakeholders, anyone feeling rushed Salary: ling and crisis support is or being left out. That’s $70,000-$80,000 availableato Class If you are seeking new andMemexci?ng career opportunity, have passion for educa?on, and want to be part of a dynamic, why we are encouraging Qualifica;ons: bers 24 hours a day, 7 diverse, and con?nuously growing team, then Sixand Na?ons Polytechnic is the employer for you! people to take the next Educa;on Experience: days a week through Hope step now.” ◦ A Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in business, public administration, or a related field; Masters level an Former studentsSalary: for Wellness Help Line. asset Contact Hope for Well◦ Minimum five years administrative experience at the senior level; and of Federal Indian Day $70,000-$80,000 ness at 1-855-242-3310 ◦ Experience working in an education setting is considered an asset. Schools who suffered Qualifica;ons: or through their online harm while attending the Educa;on and Experience: APPLICATION PROCEDURE: chat at hopeforwellness. school may be eligible for ◦ A Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in business, public administration, or a related field; Masters level an ca. Counselling is available compensation, ranging Applications will be accepted until Tuesday February 15, 2022 at 4pm. Please apply directly to our career’s website: asset from $10,000 to $200,000 in English, French, Cree, https://www.snpolytechnic.com/careers ◦ Minimum administrative experience at the senior level; and Ojibway five and years Inuktitut, on based on the personal ◦ Experience setting is considered an asset. request. working in an education We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. harm experienced. Claims Assistance We-
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications will be accepted until Tuesday February 15, 2022 at 4pm. Please apply directly to our career’s website: https://www.snpolytechnic.com/careers We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Day Scholars, it’s time to submit your claim
If you attended an Indian Residential School during the day only and did not sleep there overnight you may be eligible for compensation. In cases where the Day Scholar died on or after May 30, 2005, an Estate Claim may be submitted on their behalf.
Dawn is rising on a new day
justicefordayscholars.com Speak with the legal team: 1.888.222.6845 • Questions about the claim form: 1.877.877.5786 Hope for Wellness Helpline: 1.855.242.3310 • Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line: 1.866.925.4419
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Chiefswood: love letters of Chief Johnson and Emily Howells on display Confederacy Chief walked away from arranged marriage, fell in love with Christian mission worker NAHNDA GARLOW
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OHSWEKEN — It’s a romance story for the ages, the kind that makes your hairs stand on end — two people from different worlds — one betrothed to another in an arranged marriage — meet, fall in love, break social and cultural stereotypes to run away and follow their hearts, getting married in secret instead of bowing to tradition. In 1838, the New England Company brought in Adam Elliot, a newly appointed missionary, to lead the Tuscarora mission church at Six Nations. In 1840, after his graduation from the Mohawk Institute, George Henry Martin Johnson, son of hereditary chief Sakayengwaraton John Smoke Johnson and clan mother Helen Martin, was hired to work as an English interpreter for Elliot. It was the first of many important political
George and Emily sent love letters and newspaper clippings to one another in a secret inter-racial romance that shook both the reserve community and Emily's white relations. CHIEFSWOOD
appointments Johnson would accept, making him an important player in inter-racial relations between Six Nations and white settlers in the area — which were very
strained at the time. In 1845, Elliot’s wife brought her sister, Emily Howells, to live and help with the parsonage. The story goes that the two began a romantic and
The display of love letters between George and Emily includes this chess set, a gift from Emily to George in 1853, just after their wedding. TRT
daring exchange of letters and books, often tucking in dried flowers from special places and publishing secret, unsigned love letters to one another in local newspapers. Johnson was already betrothed to a woman from Six Nations in an arrangement organized by his mother. The pair became engaged to marry in 1848 and kept that engagement a secret for five years. In 1849, the pair wrote sent one another secret love letters, published them in the local newspapers or including clippings from local papers in an almost early form of meme sharing. One poem, entitled “Secret Prayer”, was clipped and sent in a letter, calling on the lovers to “…go, in secret, pray…” in an almost In Canada at that time — a white woman marrying an Indigenous man was seen as a scandal. So much so that Adam Elliot refused to marry the couple at the Tuscarora mission. The engagement was kept a secret until the day before the couple married. The pair ran off to Kingston to be married by an Anglican Reverend, William Greig on August 27, 1853. Two years later, in 1855, George was ap-
George was the son of a hereditary chief and traditional clan mother. He was assigned an arranged marriage and left the arrangement to court his wife in secret for five years prior to their elopement. CHIEFSWOOD
pointed and condoled as a hereditary chief of the Confederacy. Later, he would be appointed in a dangerous position to patrol the reserve and protect lands from timber theft. A role that would see him assaulted several times over the years. As a wedding present to Emily, George designed and built the Chiefswood Mansion. A home that was intentionally designed to represent the blending of their two cultures and worlds. The home was
These pressed flowers were a precious gift to Emily from George and were saved from a garden in England, where Emily was born. TRT
finished in 1856. Their marriage would result in four children: Henry Beverly, Eliza Helen Charlotte, Allen Wawanosh and Emily Pauline — who would go on to achieve Canadian fame as a renowned poetess. The family home, Chiefswood, and the contents of the family home were preserved over the years. Now, Chiefswood is reaching into the archives of the family collection and showcasing the love letters kept between George and Emily in a new display at the Six Nations Tourism office, located at Chiefswood Park and home to the now National Historic Site of Chiefswood Mansion. The display of items and the love letters and dried flowers collected by the two lovers throughout the course of their marriage are on display starting this Friday at the Six Nations Tourism office. All items are on loan from the Brant Historical Society and drawn from the Chiefswood archives. Anyone who wishes to see the display can contact Six Nations Tourism. Visitors are being asked to arrange times to visit to accommodate COVID safety precautions.
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Inaugural Iroquois Womens Rugby Team set to compete in April By TRT Staff SIX NATIONS — Under coaches Melanie Squire and Angus Goodleaf, the inaugural Iroquois Women’s Rugby Team was announced on Monday February 7, and is set to compete in the Fort Niagara State Park in two months on April 9 at the Fourth Annual Battle For The Border International 7’s Tournament. “It’s with immense pride that we announce the roster for our Inaugural Women’s team! This amazing group of women will represent Iroquois Roots Rugby as they compete in the Battle of the Borders rugby tournament in Queenston, New York in April! We are so excited to watch this team compete,” reads the
Iroquois Rugby Facebook page. The roster includes 12 athletes: Ava Hill, Melody Courchene, Rachel Miller, Jacy Hill, Kiana McNaughton, Cara Hill, Meagan Wilson, Larisa Skye, Shaina Skye, Katelyn Heyens, Veronica Harrigan, and Kyleigh Dobson. The 7’s Tournament, will include all ages with divisions spanning men and women’s senior club and college, boys and girls U19 and U14, and U12 co-ed flag, with hopes to span the port to a larger audience. Iroquois Roots Rugby was cofounded by a mother-daughter duo Melanie Squire and player Wilson who are Mohawk Nation and Turtle Clan of Six Nations. Wilson is a National
University Rugby Champion, McMaster Women’s Rugby 2015. She has been awarded Provincial and National Indigenous Coach of the Year awards. While just 24, has coached at the high school, club and University level. The program began in 2017 with a pilot camp in Six Nations and has rolled out into other First Nations communities. In 2021, the program began its First Nation School outreach and visited all 133 communities in Ontario. The basis of the group is to promote rugby to Indigenous youth while honouring culture and recognizing the unique environments of First Nations communities in Ontario.
Six Nations athletes recognized in inaugural induction of NAIAHF By TRT Staff Across Turtle Island, Indigenous athletes have left indelible marks at all levels of competition, across countless sports. It was this pretence that a new hall of fame was launched. Launched Tuesday, Feb. 1, the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame (NAIAHF) will celebrate and honour the achievements of Indigenous athletes and teams for their respective successes in athletics. The inaugural induc-
tions class of 2022 include 65 inductees, with Six Nations Athletes Awehiyo Thomas, Dean Hill, and Delby Powless featured. Also inducted were the 1999 Iroquois Nationals U-19 mens lacrosse team, who won the Iroquois Nationals first-ever world medal. As one of the most notable teams entries, Six Nations faces are also represented: the team included Ken Montour, Roger Vyse, Mike Longboat, Russ Davis, Kim Squire, Chris Powless, Jason Henhawk, Ashley Hill and Delby Powless.
The NAIAHF website reads: “by honouring and celebrating the empowered journey of these individuals and teams, the hope is their stories may inspire future generations to follow their dreams in athletics and life.” Nominations for individuals and teams to be considered for induction into the annual North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame are accepted throughout the course of the year until a December 1st noon central time deadline.
ALL kicks off the league starter this month with a good fight.
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Arena Lacrosse League kicks off with record breakers By TRT Staff SIX NATIONS — Results of the opening weekend for the long awaited Arena Lacrosse League were posted on Monday, February 7, for four games. The Paris RiverWolves came to a deficit against the Peterborough Timbermen 11-22, and the Toronto Monarchs won by two goals over the Oshawa Outlaws. The Whitby Steelhawks had a rougher go with the Six Nations Snipers with a loss of 1420, and the Peterborough Timbermen met with the St. Catharines Shockwave taking a loss 25-18. The Peterborough Timbermen took a record breaker with 25 goals making their game the highest point metric for a single game, and shared the spotlight with the Shockwave with 43 goals scored overall, making their match the most goals scored in a single game in ALL history.
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The return to in-person games was a welcome event for the Six Nations Snipers. TRT
This places the Timbermen above the Six Nations Snipers after playing one extra game, and 25 points ahead. The next games to come will fall on Saturday, February 12 at 1pm for the Toronto Monarchs versus the Whitby Steelhawks, 5pm for the Peterborough Timbermen versus the Oshawa Outlaws and 7pm for the Six Nations Snipers versus the Paris RiverWolves. The following day on February 13, the Six Nations Snipers will again match up with the
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St. Catharines Shockwave at 2pm. As for the women’s division, the Lady RiverWolves lost 0-7 to the Lady Shockwave, the Lady Steelhawks lost 3-5 to the Lady Snipers, the Lady RiverWolves lost to the Lady Steelhawks and the Lady Shockwave lost to the Lady Snipers. The next ladies games will take place on Saturday, February 12 at 11am, 12:15pm, 1:30pm and 2:45pm.
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Joel Kennedy, Oneida Nation, to be a charity runner in the Boston Marathon this year STAFF REPORT
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LONDON, ONT. — This year marks the 126th year for the Boston Marathon—a year that is hoped to have Haudenosaunee representation. Joel Matthew Kennedy, a Bear Clan member of the Oneida Nation, is working towards his goal of running the marathon as a charity runner. Kennedy began his health journey in 2015, losing nearly 150 pounds, and went on to start running, participating in marathons, beginning the Indigenous Running Club based in London in 2016, and working with community. “What I feel like I have is the gift of sharing—being able to share my story, just to inspire people, not to necessarily become a marathon runner, a runner or anything, but just to improve their lifestyles knowing that I lost 150 pounds and changed my lifestyle completely. Part of it was fear of becoming diabetic. I was lucky that I wasn’t diabetic at the time, but I knew that I had to make changes because I was going down a path that would cause diabetes. For me, it was
a realization when some of my friends, who were the same age as me, were diabetic at the age of 31. So I thought, ‘wow, this can happen to me,’” said Kennedy. In January of last year, Kennedy was unfortunately exposed to Covid-19 and the virus affected his lungs, an experience that changed his perspective on running. “I had heard from other people about not being able to run after having Covid, so I was really worried that I wouldn’t be able to run. Part of what got me through it was praying and thoughts and I remember thinking ‘I want to run for more than myself now,’ because up to that point I was always focused on improving myself. Yeah, I did offer the running club and I did help people too, but I felt like there was more that I could do,” he said, and last year, he raised funds for a youth enterprise through a 50km Ultra Marathon in Calgary. This past year, Kennedy ran the Chicago Marathon, one of the six World Marathon Majors, in under six hours. With his accomplishments abound, his story is what caught the attention of the Official Charity Program of the Boston Athletics Association, after
The photos pictured are six years a part; a wedding photo of Joel Kennedy in October of 2015, and a finisher photo of Kennedy after running the Chicago Marathon in October of 2021. A trailblazer in health, he hopes his story and goal of running the Boston Marathon this April as a charity runner will inspire others. SUBMITTED
he shared his journey in his application to become a charity runner. “The first thing I tried to do was I tried to find an Indigenous organization—they pretty much didn’t exist. I believe there is one, but they don’t accept applications, they select their runners,” he said. “I came across another organization called the Peer Health Exchange, and that was the only one I submitted to.” The Peer Health Exchange is an organization that began in 2006 to work with youth in the greater Boston area through supportive partnerships with high schools. He said that what pushed him to select the Peer Health Exchange was also its focus on BIPOC youth. Just two runners would be selected to run the marathon on behalf of the organization. “When I was contacted by the charity team, the representative said right away that she loved my story, loved my journey, and really hoped that the Peer Health Exchange would select me. But if they didn’t, she would find another organization because she really liked the story and where I have come from,” he said. Fortunately, Kennedy was chosen and he acquainted himself with
the organization and the second charity runner. He explained that the marathon is still tough to enter, and that 80 percent of the runners qualify by their run times. “Boston isn’t an easy marathon to get into,” said Kennedy. “But there are a few ways to get in. One
runners. Another requirement calls for Kennedy to fundraise $10,000 in US dollars, which is just under $13,000 in Canadian dollars. “It’s a huge goal and it’s a long journey,” he said, noting that he has garnered over $4,000 in Canadian dollars current-
“I do have until May 20, the month after to come up with the funds, but I feel like all of the momentum has to happen before it, because afterwards, it’ll be harder to raise money if the run is already done. I’m really reaching for that goal of April 18,” he said. “It’s also hard to ask people for money so what I’m trying to do is ask organizations for donations.” He has since garnered a donation from the N’Amerind Friendship Centre, where he works as the Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living Coordinator. Kennedy noted that the Boston Marathon is a bucket list item for many marathon runners, and that his way of qualifying is something he hopes inspires other Haudenosaunee people to trail-blaze and normalize pursuing and achieving their goals. “A big thing for me is that I’m not a born and bred runner and I think it’s really important for people to know that, especially in our communities or anyone that’s Haudenosaunee, to know that if they wanted to run the Boston Marathon, there is possibility and there
“A big thing for me is that I’m not a born and bred runner and I think it’s really important for people to know that, especially in our communities or anyone that’s Haudenosaunee, to know that if they wanted to run the Boston Marathon, there is possibility and there are ways to do it. To run the same grounds as Tom Longboat did, maybe not win it like he did, but to run it is a real possibility,” — Joel Kennedy
way is through fundraising like I am, and with fundraising there does come a minimum expectation that’s quite high.” He explained that it wasn’t until his fourth marathon that his run time was under the six hour barrier, which is a requirement of charity
ly. “It kind of feels like it’s such a huge goal that I might not reach it, but I am going to try.” Kennedy explained that his focus is to clear the $10,000 donation, pick up the race package on April 15, and run by the following Monday in Massachusetts.
are ways to do it. To run the same grounds as Tom Longboat did, maybe not win it like he did, but to run it is a real possibility,” he said. You can find and follow Kennedy’s fundraising efforts on Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/joel.m.kennedy.7.
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Bomberry who sadly lost her last battle. Carol began her journey February 4, 2022 at the age of 76. Survived by her best friend of 56 years George. Daughter of Hilda and the late Raymond Hill. Sister to Pic, Brenda, Steve (Mary) and the late Soxx and Dwight. Sister-in-law to Mary, Pat, Les and the late Gloria, Jean, Buck, Carson, Joyce and Roberta. Much loved “Ma” to Geoff, Steph (Kevin), Dude (Bec), Jeet (Amy) and Yode (late Darrell). Cherished Grandma to Elix, Hayli (Craig), Heather, Geordie, Matt (Katie), Ryan, Chris (Savanna), Baylee (Taylor “Jacob”), Darrien, Ashtyn, Jorja, Rachel, Ashley (Jake) and Jason (Luisa). Beloved 2 Grandma to Collin, Ciaran, Cailyn, Grace, Little Ry, Myles, Sadie, Deklyn, Mavis, Mattie, Avinee, Caden and Jack. Carol was immensely proud of all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved to play cards, watch the Blue Jays, make her dream catchers and spend time with her “Bird Bird”. Heartfelt thank you to Carol’s dialysis nurses and Dr. Zacks. And a special thank you to Geoff, for taking such good care of Ma. Rested at her home with a gathering at Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken on Monday February 7, 2022. Cremation to follow. www.rhbanderson.com
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darvis “BIC” Thomas Sr. on February 7, 2022 at the age of 61 years. Survived by his wife Faye; children Tim, Darren, Darvis Jr., Rheno, Spencer (twins), and granddaughter Mackenzie May-Lynn. Brother to Jake (Dale), Dave (Marsha), Janice (Lloyd, Clarence (Peggy), Dorothy (Butch), Gene (Sue), and Donna. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, great nephews, and great nieces. Predeceased by parents Jacob and Doris Thomas; siblings Milton Garfield, John, Betty, Jerry, and Donnie. He will be resting at 3857 7th Line after 3pm. Tuesday. Burial service will be held at Onondaga Longhouse on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 11am. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com
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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Treat yourself to a meal at a favorite restaurant or go on a little retail therapy spree. You deserve a little pampering.
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