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The discovery of previously hidden children’s remains on the grounds of residential schools across Canada last year sent shockwaves around the world. But nowhere did the grief hit harder than with Indigenous people and First Nations communities. Crisis lines were developed to cope with the emotions that surfaced with the discoveries and here at Six Nations, as the community awaits preliminary results from a ground seach last fall at the former Mohawk Institute in Brantford, healing is ongoing. Mohawk Elder Tom Porter, of Akwesasne, provided some traditional teachings on grief last week during a special online presentation for community members. “A lot of people are experiencing emotions
and feelings especially in regards to the unmarked graves across Canada,” said Erin Hill, with the Six Nations Health Services Community Crisis Response team. “We all feel it and we all know that it’s out there.” She acknowledged that everyone in the community grew up hearing the atrocious stories of their parents’ and grandparents’ experiences at residential schools. Last year, many of those old wounds were re-opened and now the grief of survivors and their descendants is being recognized. “We have a lot of feelings,” said Hill. “We have a lot of things that are happening in our minds,” she said, so the team invited Porter to share his knowledge on how Haudenosaunee people would traditionally deal with grief. “There is nobody in the whole world that is going to avoid grief,” said Porter. “Everyone is going to experience it several times
in their life. It also has a power. It can sometimes knock you down. It’s a powerful thing ot happen when death occurs.” However, he said, “Do not fear death. That’s the first thing the Creator told us: do not fear death. It’s a natural thing to occur but it is powerful.” He said the Creator has kept a secret how many days each person will live on earth. “You’re never ready. It’s always a shock. The impact is always great.” In the old days, he said, there would be a different holler depending on if a chief died or a member of the community died, he died. A faithkeeper would be informed of the death by a runner. They would say who passed and how. Porter said the bear clan would call a meeting and then organize who will cook, who will talk at the funeral, who will dig the grave, who will prepare the body and who will prepare the house to
receive the body, among other duties. “The bear clan has to do all the work for the wolf and the turtle during their time of grief,” he said. But whenever someone from the bear clan passes, the turtle and the wolf are called to attend to the bear clan because they’re not closely related and the “dust of death” Porter said, has not blurred their eyes. “Their eyes are not blurred with the tears of sadness as much, so they are able to see. Their hearing is alert because they haven’t lost somebody close in their family and that’s why the opposite side has to do the talking, the cooking, the dressing, and aid them, when they’re in grief.” “Our longhouse where I live, they follow that,” he said. “My mother used to cook for the longhouse. When my mother passed away all the wolf and turtle clan came over for the whole nine days. They cooked for us, they cleaned for us, they did
everything for us, for the whole nine days, they worried about us.” He said in birth and death we are given seven times the power to come into the world and seven times the power to leave the world. “In that sense, birth and death are connected,” he said. “Because of that power, we’re not supposed to be touching dead people. Only certain people are allowed to touch the body. When they’re finished, they have to use ginger to sprinkle their hands and their body and head.” Porter reminded those listening that we all must die and that life will continue without our loved ones. “Even though your grandma or loved one has passed, the birds didn’t stop singing,” he said. “The wind didn’t stop flowing, so we want you to think about that…your loved one has gone. If you think about that, it will help ease your sorrow and grief.”
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Covid-19 has claimed another life, as Six Nations mourns the 24th community member lost to the virus since the pandemic was declared in March 2020. Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council confirmed Tuesday afternoon in a press release that a 24th person had died of the virus. SNGREC learned of the latest passing on Feb. 18 with a notification from Ohsweken Public Health.
“SNGREC are saddened to see another life lost to this latest wave of COVID-19 and send their sincere condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of this community member.” This is the latest Covid-19 death reported on the territory since four deaths were announced on Feb. 11, 2022. Three of those four deaths happened at Iroquois Lodge long-term care residence in Ohsweken. Ohsweken Public Health encourages people to continue to follow public health guidelines
to protect yourself and others, including wearing a medical-grade mask where required, avoiding crowds, physical distancing, and self-isolating if you have symptoms of Covid-19. If you are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19, you can book a test at the assessment centre online at www.sixnationscovid19.ca, or by calling the Covid-19 otline at 1-855-977-7737. Rapid antigen test results can also be reported by calling the hotline. Covid-19 vaccine appointments are still available for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
doses, as well as vaccines for children ages five and up. Walk-ins are available according to the clinic schedule, and appointments can also be booked online at www.sixnationscovid19.ca or by calling the Covid-19 Hotline. “We recognize that this pandemic has been difficult for many people,” SNGREC said in the statement. If you or someone you know is struggling and needs assistance, the Six Nations Mobile Crisis Line is available 24/7 at 519445-2204 or toll-free at 1-866-445-2204.
statement he gave on the events outlining evidence in the trial. Thomas Bomberry, 32, pled not guilty on two counts of second-degree murder in the November 2018 deaths of Melissa Trudi Miller, 37; and Alan Porter, 33. Their remains, along with those of Michael Jamieson, 32 — were discovered in an abandoned truck near Oneida Nation of the Thames, outside London. Coroners called to testify in the case earlier this week, revealed gruesome details about injuries that Miler and Porter sustained prior to their deaths. Bomberry is one of
three people facing murder charges in the case. Nicholas Shipman, 39, and Jamie Beaver, 35 pled guilty and are set to be sentenced in March. Kirsten Bomberry, Vernon Shipman and Roland Sturgeon were all charged as accessories to murder after the fact int he case. Shipman goes to trial in April. The charges against Sturgeon were withdrawn. Courts heard the victims were killed on Kirsten Bomberry’s property around October 29, 2018 and Bomberry admitted to burying the weapons used to kill the victims. Bomberry told the courts she assisted the
killers out of fear for her own life. She was acquitted in June 2019. During this week’s trial, Kirsten Bomberry appeared in court on Monday to testify but was charged with contempt after refusing to answer questions, nodding off in court and appearing to be intoxicated. She was ordered to spend the night in jail by the presiding judge. Now, with Bomberry firing his lawyer, the trial is on hold with an anticipated return date for March 24 in Brantford for an update on Bomberry seeking a new lawyer.
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HAMILTON — The trial has started for one of the people accused in a triple homicide case spanning two First Nations reserves in Ontario — and ended in a suspension after the accused fired his lawyer during the trial. Justice Andrew Goodman in Hamilton’s Superior Court heard Thomas Bomberry’s lawyer, Lindsay Daviau, who said she did not have permission to continue with the trial. Bomberry said he no longer agreed with a previous
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Miss Six Nations Mikayla Ritchie has high aspirations. Not only is she in her third year of studies to obtain a criminology degree, she hopes to attend law school and become a lawyer so she can help her community when it comes to the complicated world of treaties and the justice system. This spring, Ritchie is headed to Albuquerque, New Mexico to compete for the title of Miss Indian World. But it will cost at least $6,000. So she is turning to the community to help fund her dream of heading to the Gathering of Nations Powwow April 28 to April 30 – the first time the annual powwow will be held again since the pandemic started. She’s selling raffle tickets with some amazing prizes to be won to help fund her trip to the powwow, where
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she hopes to represent Six Nations well. She hasn’t been able to do much with her Miss Six Nations title this year because of Covid restrictions but she’s hoping restrictions will ease so she can engage in more community volunteer work this year. If she wins the title of Miss Indian World, Ritchie hopes to raise awareness on residential schools and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. “I’m hoping to raise awareness of some issues we have as Onkwehonwe people,” she said. “I just
want to share more about our home community.” Ritchie is busy preparing her speech, regalia and traditional presentation to earn the pageant title. There will also be a dance competition. For her traditional talent, she’ll be doing a presentation on making corn husk dolls. Ritchie and all the rest of Six Nations ambassadors – Miss Teen Six Nations, Miss Pre-Teen Six Nations, and Miss Mini Six Nations - will be fundraising every Saturday at 6 p.m. at Chiefswood Plaza to help fund their dreams of heading to the Gathering of Nations. “I want to try to get there on my own,” said the aspiring lawyer and current student at Wilfrid Laurier University. “I want to be a role model for our people.” If you’d like to help sponsor Ritchie, you can contact her by phone at 226-8021163 to buy tickets. You can also find more information on the Six Nations Agricultural Society Facebook page.
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They are studying reconciliation A study by a group gauging progress on reconciliation suggests non-Indigenous Canadians have developed a deeper understanding of the harms that were done by residential schools. But it also found there is still a gap in grasping the effects on Indigenous people today. About one-third of the study's non-Indigenous participants said they had never heard of residential schools. The Canadian Reconciliation Barometer is a project developed by researchers and academics in Manitoba and British Columbia to better understand what reconciliation means to Indigenous and non-Indigenous people and ways to track reconciliation efforts across the country. The group released its first report Tuesday, which includes online surveys from more than 3,200 Indigenous and non-Indigenous people taken last year. It found both groups
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of respondents believed they have a good understanding of Indigenous peoples' past and present experiences, but there was a knowledge gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in that understanding. ``People tend to say that they have a good understanding of the harms that residential schools caused, the ongoing harms in the current day, government harms and just kind of a good understanding of Indigenous peoples' current and past realities,'' said Iloradanon Efimoff, a PhD candidate at the University of Manitoba and a student collaborator with the project. Researchers said the finding implies there need to be ongoing investments in education about residential schools, as well as Indigenous peoples' experiences in Canada more broadly. The team developed the survey by examining statements and testimonies made during the Truth and Reconciliation
Commission, conducting focus groups and interviews with reconciliation leaders across Canada, and connecting with groups around the world that have developed measures of reconciliation. This resulted in a survey that included 13 indicators of reconciliation. The study showed that most agreed that reconciliation is important, but it also found that more work needs to be done to help non-Indigenous people recognize issues important to the Indigenous community. ``I think the report is helpful because it shows some progress and I think it's important for people to see and acknowledge some progress but it's also important to see we have a long ways to go,'' said Brenda Gunn, academic and research director at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. ``It highlights what areas we need to continue to work on and provides useful information on where education is needed.''
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Black and Indigenous protesters are treated differently than the 'convoy' because of Canada's ongoing racism By Audra Diptee, Associate Professor, History, Carleton University Since the beginning of the supposed ``freedom convoy'' in Ottawa on Jan. 28, there have been complaints about the failure of the police and government to protect its citizens from verbal harassment, noise pollution and, in some cases, hate speech. Experts have connected the convoy to white supremacist ideologies. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called a national state of emergency on Feb. 14, invoking the Emergencies Act for the first time in Canadian history. Ontario Premier Doug Ford called a provincial state of emergency on Feb. 11. However, the convoy had grown for days before these actions were taken. The convoy protest began as a statement against vaccination requirements for truck drivers crossing the border between Canada and the United States. But trucker unions have distanced themselves from the convoy and said that 90 per cent of their members are vaccinated. Two questions immediately come to mind. Why did it take so long for police and governments to protect Ottawa residents and businesses from reportedly volatile protestors? And if the convoy was organized by Black and Indigenous groups, would the response by both the police and government have been more severe? The Canadian historian David Austin has explored the politics of race and protest in his book Fear
of a Black Nation. Given his analysis of police responses to Black protest in Montreal during the 1960s, it is clear that the failure of the police to protect the residents of Ottawa by controlling this protest earlier is a part of the legacy of colonialism in Canada. Protest and Black Lives Matter Putting these events in the larger context and history of social protests for equity, and recognition of rights by racialized groups in Canada, these concerns have some legitimacy. In contrast to the tolerance the convoy was given, the Canadian state via its police forces has demonstrated a low tolerance to Black protests in the fight for equity and justice. For example, in 2016, on the very first day of a peaceful demonstration in Toronto, participants of the Black Lives Movement were beaten and gassed by the police. Four years later, in Ottawa, a protest at a key intersection advocating for Black and Indigenous lives resulted in 12 people being charged and the protests being removed within three days. The response of city police departments across the country to the Black Lives Movement leaves little doubt about how these colonial underpinnings
shape the operation of government institutions even today. In his book The Skin We're In, Toronto journalist Desmond Cole said: the Canadian state ``works exactly as it was designed to.'' He goes on to explain that state institutions, such as the police, are a product of a white supremacist ideology informed by white Eu-
people. This was written into the law so that enslaved people were denied all rights _ including the right to live. Even back then, people of African descent were participating in acts of resistance that were precursors to the Black Lives Matter protests of the 21st century. In her extensive research on Upper Canada, historian Afua Cooper has
validates these notions, but she also shows something else. She shows that some of the enslaved in Upper Canada escaped to parts of the United States that had already prohibited slavery, or were in the process of passing legislation. These were places such as Michigan, Ohio and New York. Therefore, a little told story is how Black people escaped slavery in Upper Canada to find freedom south of the border. Policing Black people The racism that justified the existence of slavery in Upper and Lower Canada found new forms of expression after abolition _ not just in its laws and policies, but in the attitudes of its populace. What made the systems of inequity particularly insidious in the Canadian context, is that many forms of discrimination existed in practice but not in law. For example, when Black Nova Scotian Viola Desmond refused to leave the whites-only area of a cinema in 1946, she was not fighting against a particular racist law. She was fighting against racial segregation as accepted Canadian practice. Similarly, when Black and Indigenous people protest today, they are not doing so in opposition to any explicitly racist laws. They are protesting
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Cole said: the Canadian state ``works exactly as it was designed to.''
ropean colonial thinking and practice. This starts, of course, with the theft of land from Indigenous peoples. A long history of Black protest The pattern of using state infrastructure and the law to regulate and police Black people in Canada goes as far back as the 17th century. Up until the 19th century, there were white people on Canadian soil who had the legal right to own the bodies of Black
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the racist attitudes that inform accepted Canadian practice which has been institutionalized into the systems of policing, the courts and education. The right to protest It is these historically accepted Canadian practices that have guaranteed participants in the ``freedom convoy'' minimal police and state interference, as they assume the right to occupy public space while displaying racist symbols and simultaneously claiming to fight for freedom. On Sunday, the Ottawa mayor's office announced that it ``reached an agreement'' with the organizers of the convoy to relocate some of trucks, but that the protest continued. This is in sharp contrast to protests organized by racialized peoples. What is the way forward? The first step must be a recognition and admission that racist and discriminatory practices have been institutionalized _ even if they are not explicitly stated. The second step requires developing specific strategies and actionable steps that will address the colonial practice of violence against racialized people by the state and its supporting institutions such as the police. Finally, there must be harsh repercussions for those acting on behalf of the state who support illegal protests and violate the right of racialized Canadians participating in organized protests in the fight for equity and justice.
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Childhood adversity is a 'cause of causes' of illnesses and problems By Robert Maunder and Jon Hunter Every day we are exposed to things like pollution and ultraviolet light which increase our risk of illness. Many people take on additional risks — due to tobacco smoke, fast food or alcohol, for example. But there is a less-recogized exposure that is even more common than smoking and increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, chronic lung diseases, sexually transmitted infections, chronic pain, mental illness and reduces one's life by as much as 20 years. This public health hazard that hides in plain sight is childhood adversity: experiences like physical abuse, sexual abuse and neglect. Childhood adversity is common In Canada, one child in three is physically or sexually abused or witnesses violence between adults in their home. Other adversities such as emotional neglect, living in an unsafe neighbourhood
or experiencing prejudice and bullying are even more common. Studies in the United States show about 60 per cent of children and teenagers have these adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs. The more severe the exposure, the greater the health risk. The reason that ACEs contribute to so many diseases is that they are associated with many things that trigger other causes of disease. Think of ACEs as a ``cause of causes.'' Health risk behaviours and physiological changes As kids who have had adverse experiences grow up, they are more likely to smoke, to drink excessively and to use nonprescription drugs. They are more likely to engage in risky sexual activities and to become obese. Not all kids with ACEs take on risky activities, of course, but enough to contribute to ACEs' health consequences. Growing up in conditions that are consistently frightening or stressful affects the biology of developing bodies, especially the development of the
systems that regulate our reactions to threats, from predators to viruses. ACEs are even associated with changes in our chromosomes that are linked to early mortality. Interpersonal and psychological effects As psychiatrists for adults who experience physical and mental illness in combination, our patients often tell us about the personal impact of ACEs. One man said he did not ``have even the slightest shadow of a doubt that a loss of human connection is the most substantial negative impact'' of these experiences. The health costs of human disconnection are profound. Indeed, lacking interpersonal support may hasten mortality as much or more than smoking, excessive drinking, inactivity, obesity or untreated high blood pressure. The psychological effects of ACEs may be more obvious and can include fearful expectations, a conviction that one is unworthy of love or protection, unregulated anger
or shame and discombobulating memories of bad events. It greatly increases the risk of depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder and addictions. The one in three adults who experienced childhood sexual or physical abuse or witnessed interpersonal violence at home have at least twice the incidence of these disorders compared to others. And then the dominoes fall: mental illness greatly increases the likelihood, burden and consequences of physical illness. To give just one example, in the months after experiencing a heart attack, those who are depressed are several times more likely to die. So, we see that ACEs don't only lead to one kind of trouble, but to many. Social determinants of health Finally, the burden of illness is not distributed fairly. Maintaining health is more challenging for those who are disadvantaged by poverty, lack of education, language barriers, discrimination and living with
the continuing systemic harms of colonization and multi-generational trauma. Childhood trauma has a complex relationship with these social determinants of health. On one hand, ACEs are not unique to marginalized groups and can occur across all strata of society. On the other hand, the risk of experiencing ACEs may be greater in some groups and the consequences of ACEs may multiply as social forces interact. For example, childhood trauma is strongly associated with behaviours that increase the risk of sexually transmitted infections. About half of the people living with HIV have experienced childhood abuse. HIV is also more common in groups that face discrimination, including men who have sex with men, people who use injectable drugs, Indigenous people and immigrants from countries in which HIV is endemic. Intersecting components of personal experience and identity attract stigma and discrimination, which in turn influences
mental health, self-care and one's ability to navigate a healthcare system that has multiple barriers and gaps. It is a complex web and ACEs contribute to this complexity. A cause of causes Events that occur in childhood may contribute to cascading health risks over one's lifetime. There are so many paths to illness interacting with one another over decades and compromising health in so many ways, that it should be no surprise that childhood adversity is a profound public health problem. It is time that we, as a society, recognized ACEs as the malignant force that they are. Those affected need to be treated with compassion and also with awareness of the long-lasting effects of early adversity on health. Research that helps us understand the lifelong impact of ACEs could help guide prevention of chronic illnesses and mental health issues in the many people who experience adversity during childhood.
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While it is addressed as a problem that shouldn’t be tolerated, some people still think that bullying is a part of growing up. But downplaying bullying can have lasting consequences. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that one out of five children are bullied. The Cyberbullying Research Center offers that 5.4 million American students skip school at some point in the year due to bullying. What’s more, bullying doesn’t end when classes let out. Digital harassment is a growing problem that brings bullying into a person’s life, day or night. Victims of bullying may experience short- and long-term consequences. Here is a look at some of the experiences and behaviors that may be result from bullying. 1. A UCLA study of 2,300 students in 11 middle schools in Los Angeles found that high levels of bullying was associated with lower grades across the three years of middle school. Students who were bullied the most performed significantly worse in school than their peers who were not bullied. 2. Children who are bullied tend to have
increased feelings of sadness and loneliness that can manifest as future diagnoses of depression and anxiety, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. These issues can persist into adulthood. 3. Victims may experience psychosomatic symptoms like headaches or muscle aches or other physical problems. Visits to the doctor may turn up no physical causes of these issues. 4. Remedy Health Media advises that bullying can result in changes in appetite and sleeping patterns. Students also may experience low self-esteem. 5. A longitudinal study led by scientists in Norway looked at the long-term psychological effects of being bullied as an adolescent. The results pointed to adverse mental health outcomes in adulthood, with victims showing a high level of depressive symptoms. Both bullies and victims were also at an increased risk of psychiatric hospitalization due to these mental health disorders. 6. Bullying also can affect bystanders. Students who witness their peers or friends being bullied may be more likely to use tobacco, alcohol or other drugs. Such students also may be at an increased risk of developing mental health problems, says StopBullying.gov.
People rely on the internet every day. In recent months, reliance on digital technology was pushed even further as social distancing measures had the world going online for school and work and to maintain relationships with friends and family. A 2018 report from Pew Research Center indicated that nearly 25 per cent of young adults in America reported being online almost constantly. Common Sense Media says teens spend an average of nine hours a day online, compared to roughly six hours for those between the ages eight and 12 and 50 minutes for kids younger
than eight. Students must exercise caution when spending time online. Connectivity can be empowering, but it also puts students at risk from others and even their own, sometimes irresponsible behaviors. Staying safe online should remain a priority for students who must spend more time on the internet and using digital education tools. These are some tips for maintaining cyber safety: - Exercise caution when sharing information like your name, address, phone number, and other personal data online. Check with a trusted parent or teacher before sharing private data. - Report any online activity that makes you
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feel uncomfortable, scared or confused, whether it is directed at you or a classmate. - Think carefully before you post comments online. Data remains online indefinitely, and your words and actions today can greatly affect your future. - Respect others online by refraining from demeaning or bullying comments. - Do not try to get around firewalls and blocked websites set up by school administrators. These limitations are there for your protection. - Stick to school-sanctioned assignments and internet browsing when using school-issued devices. Administrators may
have the right to monitor student activity without students’ knowledge and you can easily get yourself in trouble. - It is easy to hide or fake one’s identity on the internet, so never take someone you meet or speak with online at face value. Never meet up with someone you do not know or only met online. - Talk to your parents or educators about extortion and ransomware that tries to trick you into providing payment in some shape or form to prevent a perpetrator from releasing private information about you, advises the Readiness and Emergency for Schools Technical Assistance Center.
On February 23, we wear pink to show that we are making a commitment to use our Good Minds every single day and to support those who have been bullied or are being bullied.
Did you know that an Anti Bullying Task Force has been established on Six Nations to help address lateral violence and bullying in our community? More information on the Task Force will be announced in the near future.
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Run Woman Run filmed on Six Nations and cameos Tom Longboat’s grandson The ghosts of the past will catch up to you — so will the donuts JACE KOBLUN
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Zoe Hopkins, writer and director of the new film, Run Woman Run, said she tells stories for Onkwehonwe:we people and to see how far-reaching these stories can go. “We don’t see enough of ourselves on the big screen,” Hopkins told the TRT. “We don’t see our sense of humour, relationships with the planet and each other — and I think there should be. Any contribution I can make to see more of ourselves in film is so important. We are still in the shallow end of representation.” The film is an antirom-com about Beck — a single mom who has lost her passion for life and for her Mohawk language after the death of her own mother. The film has been racking up awards and nominations since it was first seen and is now slated for theatrical release this month in select Cineplex theatres. There will also be a showing at the Sanderson Centre in Brantford on Mar. 13 at 6:30 p.m. with performances by Derek Miller
and Lacey Hill – who both have music on the film’s soundtrack. The film’s description says Beck’s lifestyle lands her in the hospital where she wakes from a diabetic coma to see she has conjured the ghost of a legendary Six Nations marathon runner Tom Longboat. Longboat’s real-life grandson Will Winnie is in the film as the race announcer for a 10-kilometre run. “Instead of rallying to take charge of her life, Beck runs away from her problems, alienating her family. Alone and bereft, Beck has to win them back. She finally listens to her ghostly coach who goads her, makes fun of her, and ultimately inspires her to become a runner herself. Beck learns to run, but most importantly she learns to be grateful for her life. She honours the earth and her family with every run, leading her back to her calling: to learn her language,” states Hopkins website. Hopkins currently lives on Six Nations of the Grand River Territory and said she grew up mostly in Ottawa. She has family both here and in British Columbia so she has always felt like she
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The film will be in Cineplex theatres in select cities starting March 25.
has two homes and stories to share from each spot. “My first feature film is an ode to the west coast and a love letter to everything I love about that place. It felt fair to make this film set in Six Nations. There’s nothing like making a film at home. You have resources available that you can’t put a dollar figure on — like having my family cater for the film crew, friends to help move things. It was such a blessing to teach some of the crew things from here,” she said, adding that the film crew had a home-cooked meal every day of filming and even got to try corn soup. Hopkins said she hopes people from Six Nations who watch the film take time to appreciate how beautiful the territory really is. “You’re going to see a lot of familiar places. I always forget how beautiful our community is. Once you’ve lived in a place so long you sort of take for granted the beauty and people within it. I can’t wait for people to see how pretty it really is and see where they may connect to the story and where they may see themselves,” said Hopkins. Hopkins said she does not make films for the awards, but having been nominated for and won so many awards at specifically
Indigenous film festivals, it means something extra to her. “It’s so satisfying. I don’t do this for the awards but because I’ve won several awards at Indigenous film festivals, it shows my whole purpose of reaching people is working,” she said. “It’s even more meaningful when it is at our own festivals.” Throughout the pandemic, she said it has been a challenge making a connection with her audiences because normally she would have been able to attend screenings and meet people. But COVID didn’t allow for that to happen. Now that restrictions are lifting she is excited to get out there and meet the people watching her films. Hopkins fell in love with film and filming when she was an extra on the film Black Robe when she was 15 years old. Watching how everything came together excited her. “I loved watching how the whole film-making machine worked and came together. How a film crew becomes a little family and I fell in love with all the various departments and seeing all the cogs work together. The movie magic was so cool to me and I knew I needed more of it. I wasn’t quite sure what I wanted to do at that time
— but I knew I wanted to exist in that space.” She said she made this film because she wanted to tell a love story that could make people laugh. “We’ve worked hard telling stories about trauma and serious topics — which is needed but striking because we are also such a funny people. I just really wanted to tell a story about love that could make people laugh at the same time. This does both of those things. It gets into serious issues but does it in a more holistic way. It makes people laugh and think and experience.” Hopkins said she wanted the family of Tom Longboat’s blessing before she made the film. She interviewed them as background for the film and learned a lot more about him than she knew before. “It was interesting to hear from his family how humble he was. It seemed like running was just something he did — not for the prizes or attention. Even if he wasn’t necessarily the faster runner in the community, he was the one who ended up doing it. That’s how I feel about what I do. I don’t feel like I’m the best director or writer. I happen to have won some prizes by making some films but it's just what I do. I’ve never quit. It’s what I’ve
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done. And that’s how I’ve approached it. I feel like I could relate to that part of him.” Run Woman Run has won and/or been nominated for:
Audience Choice Award, imagineNATIVE Film Festival - WINNER Moon Jury Award, imagineNATIVE Film Festival - WINNER Best Film, American Indian Film Festival - WINNER Best Actress: Dakota Ray Hebert (Beck), American Indian Film Festival - WINNER Best Supporting Actor: Asivak Koostachin (Tom Longboat) - WorldFest Houston - WINNER Stars to Watch: Asivak Koostachin (Tom Longboat), Whistler Film Festival - WINNER Best Director, American Indian Film Festival - NOMINATED Best Actor: Asivak Koostachin (Tom Longboat), American Indian Film Festival - NOMINATED Best Supporting Actress: Jayli Wolf (Jess), American Indian Film Festival - NOMINATED Best Supporting Actor: Lorne Cardinal (Len), American Indian Film Festival - NOMINATED Rising Star Award: Sladen Peltier (Eric), WorldFest Houston - NOMINATED
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ach year the SEED Committee offers Stay-In-School Awards (STAY) to recognize the hard work and commitment of Six Nations students in Grades 7 through 12 who have achieved top marks in science and math. First, second and third place awards are given to students based on their combined average of these two subjects in their current grade and pathway. This year, Honourable Mention awards were also given to all students who applied with an average grade of over 75%.
We congratulate the twenty-six Six Nations students who received a 2020-21 STAY award!!
Congrats to 2020-21 STAY Award Recipients STAY Award WINNERS 2020-21 Colton Allen Isaac Green Madison Evelyn Davey Tess Lainey Squire Justin Andrew James Vinnai Mason James Bomberry Andrew Leslie Thorihwaie:ri Henhawk Chloe Styres Katrina Ann Davis Lucinda Styres Aleena Dawn Skye Rose Elizabeth Lee Anderson Aalyha Marie Martin Kamryn Takoda Rose Brown Carrara Restoule General Brielle Joshlynn Clause Sagoyehdehs Hill Evie Elizabeth Longboat Kocechvmpv Emarthle Koby Ethan Thomas Rebekah Jean Martin Erin Greene Tyler Anthony DeMille Kaylee Alexa Hill-Robia Kalvin Skye Emma Rose Gayton-Laing Tenley Hill
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Player suspended for racial gesture By TRT Staff MANITOBA — A Manitoba hockey player has been suspended after a weekend game in which he appeared to make a racist gesture against a visiting team from Waywayseecappo First Nation. The incident happened as the horn was sounded to end the game between the Dauphin Kings and the visiting Waywayseecappo Wolverines on Saturday with the Kings winning 3-2. A Dauphin player raised his stick and made what seemed to be a bow-andarrow gesture. The player was identified as 20-yearold defenceman Klim Georgiev, who was given a gross misconduct penalty, a minimum one-game suspension according to the rule of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. Video of the incident was circulated on social media after it was posted online by Hockey Indigenous, the well-known organization that aims to promote Indigenous involvement in hockey at all levels. On Tuesday, February 22, Hockey Indigenous released the following statement: “Hockey Indigenous understand that hockey culture and games can become very competitive, and exchange of words and action may arise. With saying that, Hockey Indigenous does not see lightly of what occurred of the incident between the Waywayseecappo Wolverings and the Dauphin Kinds in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. We are aware and acknowl-
edge that the MJHL referees gave the Kings player a gross misconduct and the league suspending the Kings player immediately and upon investigation. A friendly reminder, the game happened on First Nation land, to a First Nation owned team and on a First Nation player. Our main goal was to bring awareness of the systemic racism our people still endure on a daily basis. We do not condemn any hatred or threats towards the player, team, and league by any means but to understand that acts of racism and racism is a very sensitive issue.” Hockey Indigenous then went on to recommend in the statement that the MJHL implement education from top to bottom of the league on a comprehensive scale incorporating Indigenous sensitivity training and resources for all players, officials, management, teams and league. It also suggested that each MJHL game and event be acknowledged that the games are played on Treaty 1, 2, 4, and 5 lands while respecting that hockey is a space for all. Bridgette Lacquette, who is from Dauphin, also took to social media to write on Twitter: “Allowing this type of behaviour to continue is unacceptable. It’s important to stand up to it and address it. We can no longer sweep behaviour like this under the rug. It doesn’t matter if it’s ‘getting back at the other team,’ it’s racist.”
The day after, the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena (ILA) opened up for a home game featuring the Six Nations Snipers against the Toronto Monarchs. STAFF
Contrasts between East and West rise in Arena Lacrosse League By TRT Staff After games held on the 19th and 20th, the Eastern Men’s Division of the Arena Lacrosse League (ALL) saw some standings climbing. On the 19th, the Paris RiverWolves matched up with the Whitby Steelhawks and came away with a loss 7-9, while the St. Catharines Shockwave gave up to the Oshawa Outlaws and steeply gave up the victory 5-14 at the Children’s Arena, as the Peterborough Timbermen met up with the Toronto Monarchs at the Toronto rock Athletic Centre. The day after, the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena (ILA) opened up for a home game featuring the Six Nations Snipers against the Toronto Monarchs. Johny Powless, Justin Martin and Travis Longboat opened the scoring with a triple rack up in the first five min-
utes. An answer from the Monarchs was dealt with by Scott Del Zotto, Johnny Powless, Tyler Brown and Daris Anderson burying singles in succession. The Monarchs answered once more and Tyler Brown and Travis Longboat reanimated the score board with two more. Another was answered, but Tye Argent and Tyler Brown for his third. Another answer from the Monarchs was snuffed out by a threegoal garage by Scott Del Zotto, and two from Tye Argent. Travis Longboat went for his third, and Scott Del Zotto made way with his third. Vernon Hill made it to the scoreboard with two goals as Wesley Whitlow put one away. This brought the game and its answers up to 1220 for the Snipers. The arena also hosted the match between the Shockwave and RiverWolves with the Shock-
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Last week at a glance, NLL Transactions By TRT Staff with notes from NLL.com Last week kept the Buffalo Bandits in the lead in league standings, with the Halifax thunderbirds close behind, trailed by the Toronto Rock. Let’s take a look at some of the inner workings: February 14, 2022: The Panther City Lacrosse Club have released Jack Jasinski from the Active Roster. The Panther City Lacrosse Club have signed Cam Milligan to a one year agreement and have placed him on the Active Roster. The Panther City Lacrosse Club have placed Dawson Theede on the Hold Out List from the Active Roster. The Panther City Lacrosse Club have signed Dean Fairall to a one year agreement and have placed him on the Active Roster. February 15, 2022: The Vancouver Warriors have signed Lyndon Bunio to the Practice Player List. The Vancouver Warriors have removed the Practice Player tag on Isaac Bot and have retained him the Physically Unable to Perform List. February 16, 2022: The Calgary Roughnecks have removed the Practice Player tag on Tyler Pace and have retained him on the Active Roster. The Calgary Roughnecks have released Cole Pickup from the Active Roster. The Calgary Roughnecks have placed Shane Simpson on the Active Roster from the Injured Reserve List. The Calgary Roughnecks have signed Cole Pickup to the Practice Player List. February 17, 2022: The Albany FireWolves have placed Greg Downing on the Short Term Hold Out List from the Active Roster. The Albany FireWolves have placed Charlie Kitchen on the Physically Unable to Perform List from the Active Roster. The Albany FireWolves have placed Practice Players Brad Smith and Jackson Brown on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. (maintain Practice Player tag). The Buffalo Bandits have placed Practice Player Dalton Sulver on the Short Term Hold Out List
from the Practice Player List. (remove Practice Player tag). The Buffalo Bandits have released Brad McCulley from the Active Roster. The Buffalo Bandits have signed Max Adler to a one year agreement and placed him on the Active Roster. The Buffalo Bandits have signed Brad McCulley to the Practice Player List. The Georgia Swarm have placed Practice Player Aden Walsh on the Practice Player List from the Active Roster. The Georgia Swarm have placed Craig Wende on the Active Roster from the Physically Unable to Perform List. The Saskatchewan Rush have placed Practice Player Tristan Rai on the Practice Player List from the Active Roster. The Saskatchewan Rush have placed Austin Murphy on the Active Roster from the Short Term Hold Out List. February 18, 2022: The Calgary Roughnecks have removed the Practice Player tag on Nate Wade and have retained him on the Active Roster. The Calgary Roughnecks have placed Curtis Manning and Eli Salama on the Covid Protocol List from the Active Roster. The Calgary Roughnecks have placed Mitch Wilde on the Active Roster from the Injured Reserve List. The Calgary Roughnecks have placed Practice Player Cole Pickup on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. (maintain Practice Player tag). The Calgary Roughnecks have signed Nick Scott to the Practice Player List. The Panther City Lacrosse Club have placed Patrick Dodds on the Active Roster from the Covid Protocol List. The Panther City Lacrosse Club have placed Practice Player Cam MacLeod on the Practice Player List from the Active Roster. The Vancouver Warriors have placed Tyrell Hamer-Jackson and Alex Buque on the Injured Reserve List from the Active Roster. The Vancouver Warriors have placed Practice Players Keegan Bell and Brody Harris on the Active Roster from the Practice Player List. (maintain Practice Player tag)
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More than $5k in prizes for returning ‘Chel’ Cup By TRT Staff with notes from iswo.ca ONTARIO — This year will be the second year that Indigenous Sport & Wellness Ontario (ISWO), invites Indigenous youth from across Ontario to join a virtual NHL 22 Tournament with thousands in prizes on Friday, March 4 Time from 5:00pm - 9:00pm (EST). All participants will need their own Xbox S, Xbox X, or Xbox One gaming system, the NHL 22 game, and access to Xbox Live to play online for the tournament. Games will be played on EASHL 3v3 game mode. “Our goal is to promote social connection and friendship, while still being
able to stay home safely during COVID-19,” reads the ISWO website. The first 16 teams to register will secure their spot but there will be a minimum of 6 teams required for the tournament to run. To keep the tournament in the running, those that are of 14 years of age and older that are interested are encouraged to register with their friends as a team of three. The teams will be scheduled to compete in a tournament bracket. The games will be 15-20 mins in duration and the further a team makes climbs in the bracket, the closer and better their chances become of winning a prize. It was noted that each participant
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the days leading up to the tournament. Live updates will be through text during the tournament to provide game times and opponents. Interested participants can sign up online: https:// iswo.ca/event/chel-cup/: Be sure to include the following information in your email: Team participant’s first and last names. Team participants gamer tags/ online IDs of the accounts that will be participating in the tournament. Identify who will be the team captain. The team captain’s gamer tags will appear on the schedule. Cellphone number for the Team (to contact during the tournament in case their team is absent for game time).
The highlighted women that won gold at the Beijing Olympics in Hockey By TRT Staff
BEIJING — Three Indigenous women were on the ice this year at the Beijing Olympics 2022 — Abby Roque, Ojibway from Wahnapitae First Nation who grew up in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, for the Americans; and Jocelyne Larocque and Jamie Lee Rattray, both of the Métis Nation, for the Canadians. The women in this particular hockey tournament represented the largest contingent of Indigenous
athletes in the Olympic games, and they represented well. In the final throes of the championship game, The United States was awarded a power play with just over a minute remaining. After producing some strong pressure in the offensive zone, Canada scored with the American net empty, making it a 3-2 game with 13.5 seconds remaining. Canada would go onto win the ensuing centre faceoff and the United States couldn’t generate another
scoring opportunity, making it a 3-2 final. Canada entered the game with a 6-0 record in while the Americans were 5-1 in Beijing. The Canadians went 4-0 in the preliminary round, which included a 4-2 victory over the U.S.. Canada then went on to defeat Sweden 11-0 in the quarterfinals and Switzerland 10-3 in the semifinals to advance to the gold medal game. This marks the fifth time that Canada has won gold in women’s hockey at an
Olympic Games, the first since 2014. Since women’s hockey was added to the Olympic program at Nagano 1998, Canada and the United States have met in six of the seven gold medal matches. Not only was this the mark of gold for two Indigenous players, Sarah Nurse was the focal point as the only Black player in women's hockey at the 2022 Olympics. She also earned the most points in the tournament.
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Indigenous doctor talks Covid DONNA DURIC
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Covid cases among First Nations in Canada are dropping, says Dr. Evan Adams, Chief Medical Officer of Health with the First Nations Health Authority in British Columbia. What this means for the immediate future of the pandemic is not certain, but Dr. Adams says eventually, Covid-19 will be an endemic virus. That’s his take from watching the virus unfold for the past 22 months. “If I was a betting man, I’d say we’re probably headed toward regular vaccination against Covid and in a little while, it will become endemic and live amongst us and be relatively benign and be controlled but we’re not there yet,” said Dr. Adams during an online question and answer session with Six Nations community members last week. The Covid virus, he explained, is half-alive, referring to it as a “bag of
protein.” Its genetic material is made of RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) making it an unstable virus. Because of RNA’s instability, that means it will mutate, he said. Dr. Adams, who is also well-known for his acting work and his memorable role as Thomas Buildsthe-Fire in 1998’s Smoke Signals, fielded a number of questions on Covid-19 during the online session. From the Tla’amin Nation in British Columbia, Dr. Adams obtained his doctorate in 2002 and also went on to obtain a master’s in public health from Johns Hopkins University in Maryland. As Covid unfolded in First Nations communities across the country, he said he’s lost family members to the virus – not just physically, but also through disagreements on the science surrounding Covid and vaccine. He said Covid cases among First Nations people are now levelling off but there is a lag in booster doses among First Nations
people. They’re half as likely to have had a booster dose of a Covid-19 vaccine compared to the rest of the population, he said, despite being more likely to die of Covid-19 complications than the general population. Still, about 86 per cent of Indigenous people over 12 have had both doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, he said. Throughout the pandemic, Dr. Adams has been a big proponent of both traditional medicine and Western medicine to treat the virus. He encourages people to get along, despite the fact his “anti-vaxxer” cousins have approached him in supermarkets to scream at him. “I want to help and I want for us to get along. Vaccinated or unvaccinated, those are our people. I would much prefer that we be friendly to each other.” There will always be vaccinated and unvaccinated people and people who wear masks and people who don’t wear masks among us, he said.
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SIX NATIONS POLICE Constable - Contract Position Applications for a contract position for Constable with the Six Nations Police are now being called for. All applicants must fill out a standard application form available at the Six Nations Police Station. CRITERIA for applicants are as follows: Minimum Requirements to be considered for a career in First Nations Policing with the Six Nations Police Service, you must: -
Be 19 years of age or over and able to provide an official birth certificate or proof of age; Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position having regard to your own safety and the safety of members of the public Have successfully completed at least 4 years of Secondary School education or its equivalent (official transcripts and diplomas will be required) Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people would consider being trustworthy and having integrity, with no criminal record; certified by a physician to be fit for duty as a front line Six Nations Police Constable and able to pass physical tests which are required in the recruiting process Possess a valid driver’s license with no more than 6 accumulated demerit points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges Be able to pass a security clearance as well as background investigation, credit card and reference checks
If you have any criminal convictions under a Federal Statute you must obtain a pardon. Special Requirements – for the Six Nations Police Service, in order to address the unique and at times urgent needs of the Six Nations of the Grand River Community and Haudenosaunee culture, additional requirements include: -
Extensive knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory A sound understanding of Haudenosaunee culture, customs, traditions and social political issues of the Six Nations of the Grand River Six Nations of the Grand River Band Membership/Citizenship and residency is considered a preferred asset and Membership or extensive working experience with any Indigenous Nation will also be considered an asset
Desirable Qualifications: • Six Nations Band member preferred Assets: • Previous policing related experience • Law and security courses, etc. Closing Date: Applications must be received by 3:00 p.m. 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
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February 23rd, 2022
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GREENE: Joan Annie
Donald Wesley Monture February 4, 1935 – February 15, 2022
It is with great sadness our family announces “Ma/Hon/Gramma/Auntie/Jo” began her journey to the land of the Creator on February 17, 2022. Caring Ma is survived by daughter Cheryl, son Owen (Kelly), and traditional daughter Chammy. Devoted Hon to Victor (partner in life). Loving Gramma to Lisa (Haye), Ryan (Krystara), Tyler (Kate), Jesse (friend Emily), and Alysha. Adoring Great Gramma to Oliver, Jada, Lola, Ira, and 2 grandsons on the way. Dear sister to Rachel, Debbie, Daisy, and Manuel. Affectionate auntie to numerous extended family members. Close friend to sister-in-law Joanne, as well as Traditional friend to Pat and Jessica and Lee. Welcoming her home to the spirit world is Oliver (husband), Caroline (daughter), Daisy (mother), Manuel (father), Geraldine, Shirley K, Myra, Shirley H, Sylvia (sisters), Jackie, Samuel, Manfred, Sherman (brothers), and many more relatives. We are thankful for sharing her 73 year journey on this earth and her sweet caring ways will be remembered and cherished by those that knew and loved her. We know she is only a whisper away but she will sadly be missed. With all the love in the world til we meet again. Resting at her home 2581 Cayuga Road after 11:00 am Friday. Burial at Onondaga Longhouse on Saturday February 19, 2022 at 11:00 am. Covid safety protocols will be in effect. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson. com
In Memoriam
One year ago on February 24, my beloved wife of 54 years, Norma Gail Martin was called home to be with the Lord. I miss her each and every day. Gail is also lovingly remembered by our children: Kerry, Nancy, Tammy, Blayne, our 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Over this past year we have reflected on all those that supported Gail and would like to sincerely thank the doctors, nurses and care teams with Six Nations Dialysis Unit, Six Nations Home and Community Care Program, Care Partners, Six Nations of the Grand River Palliative Care, Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant LIHN, Stedman Community Hospice. A special thanks also goes to Paster Mary Hill and Six Nations Pentecostal Church, family, friends and neighbours that made donations, sent condolence messages, stopped by for a visit, and brought food to the family. Your kindness will be forever remembered. Cecil Martin
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, fatherin-law, grandfather, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend Don Monture after a hard-fought battle with cancer. After 39 long years, he is finally reunited with the love of his life, Carole. Don was a member of the Mohawk Nation, Bear clan, born and raised on Fourth Line “down by the tracks,” and a proud graduate of SS #6. He is predeceased by his mother Edith (Anderson) Monture and father Claybran Monture, brothers Bud (Irene) and Gilbert Monture, and brother-in-law Jack Frohman. Don was a much-loved son-in-law to the late Elam and Ruby Frohman. Don leaves behind his son Rick (Jennie), grandson and best friend Wesley, twin brother Ron (late Belva), sister Helen Moses (late Russell), sister-in-laws Susan Kruse (late Roland), Peggy Sanderson (Rick), and Ann Frohman, as well as numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces from across Turtle Island. Our family expresses our sincere gratitude and appreciation for the amazing care that Don received from the Six Nations Home & Community Care Team, Six Nations Palliative Team, and the Iroquois Lodge. He was a long-time employee at CGC in Hagersville and a member of Hiram #319 AF&AM. Don was extremely honoured to serve his community and sat on various boards and organizations including the Six Nations Fair Board, Six Nations Arena Board, Six Nations Saddle Club, Six Nations Bicentennial Committee, the Six Nations Veteran’s Association, Six Nations Police Commission, Chiefswood Restoration Committee, Six Nations Genealogy and History Circles, and was a warden for St. John’s Anglican Church. He was an artist, woodworker, moccasin maker, and potter and an avid sports fan who cheered on the Ticats, Maple Leafs, Blue Jays, and the Bills. “Big D” will be remembered for his positivity, lovable nature, sense of humour, and enthusiasm for the history of our people and our community. He loved to travel and covered many miles, from Newfoundland to California, the Northwest Territories and Rocky Mountains to Mexico, but was always glad to return to “God’s Country” – the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. We love him and will miss him. Carole has her man back.
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 A sense of adventure compels you to travel to a new destination, Aries. You may have something in mind or you can throw a dart at the map and enjoy the trip. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Don’t be surprised if relationships seem a little more intense than normal, Taurus. Everyone is a little keyed up and the extra energy is on display in daily interactions. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 People could play important roles in your life right now, Gemini. Partnerships are especially fortuitous. After all, two minds are better than one for problem-solving.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, there’s much productivity this week as you find yourself thrust into yet another project. Once you sail through it, things will calm down.
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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, this week you are invited to enjoy yourself. Feel free to live life as much as you can for as long as you can. Plan a retreat with a special someone.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Try to be as efficient as possible to save time and money in the days ahead, Virgo. See where you can streamline things and find ways to conserve your resources. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, this may be a busy week for you, so take a few moments each morning to center yourself and focus your energy before you dive in to your list of tasks. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Money has been on your mind for some time, Scorpio. Figure out ways that you can increase your income — if only temporarily. Once you catch up on bills, you can relax.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you will likely be deep in your feelings this week, exploring many different emotions. It can be tiring, so find some activities to give your brain a break.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Life may seem surreal this week as your subconscious seems to be guiding many of your decisions, Capricorn. Go with the flow for the time being.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 It is a good idea to connect with your friends while you can, Aquarius. You may not have an opportunity for some time, so reach out and make a plan to get together. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, certain personal goals may need your attention at this time. Rearrange your priorities for the next few days.
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