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Seeing Red: Where Indigenous culture thrives
Seeing Red continues to be a platform to share Indigenous culture by bringing authentic and impactful stories to screens and homes worldwide.
Bryan Porter, founder of Six Nations-based Seeing Red, said he knows the arts are a powerful way to reach a global audience and that amplifying the representation, voices and vision of Indigenous storytellers is the company’s mission.
Six Nations is home to many notable people including Tom Longboat, Graham Green, Gary Farmer, Brandon Montour and many others that continue to make an impact in multiple sectors.
“Seeing Red Media is based on reserve, with a team of individuals from within the community. Our mission is to create a lasting impact and positive legacy within our community for our future generations,” said the company.
Seeing Red has been busy the first month of 2025 and is showing no signs of slowing down or contributing any less to being a place for Indigenous voices and stories to be heard. Here are some of the company’s latest
projects making waves in the industry.
Premiering on The Shine Network Institute YouTube channel is REMATRIATE the Lens: Indigenous Women in Cinema. The groundbreaking four-episode web series amplifies the voices of 16 incredible Indigenous women in Film and TV.
“Get ready for inspiring, raw, and candid roundtable discussions about their journeys, challenges, and triumphs in the entertainment industry,” reads an Instagram post from Seeing Red.
From ancient Haudenosaunee agricultural practices to modern flavours, join Chef Tawnya Brant in
the One Dish One Spoon series premiering Jan. 7 on APTN or aptntv.ca. Chef Brant takes viewers on an inspiring journey as she explores food security, local economies, and Indigenous traditions in her home community of Six Nations.
“This series is a celebration of resilience, culture, and delicious food,” said Seeing Red.
Running from Jan. 13 to Feb. 14 is Casa Loma’s Red Visions Indigenous Art Exhibition.
“In collaboration with Seeing Red, this special showcase honours the unique styles, cultural heritage, and identities of Indigenous artists high-
lighting the vibrant and diverse voices of Indigenous communities,” said Casa Loma’s online event page.
Porter said he is looking forward to this collaboration, which will provide a unique platform for Indigenous artists.
“Through their art, our artists reflect their culture, their personal values and the lens through which they view our world. It is through collaborations like this we can strengthen each other’s understanding of our cultures and find common ground through the arts. With such a culturally diverse city as Toronto, these artists are displaying their talents to the world and are sure to spark conversation and exploration into the vivid Indigenous art world,” he said.
Seeing Red took to social media on December 31 to share some of its accomplishments from 2024. Here is a look back at what Seeing Red called an unforgettable 2024.
Amplified Indigenous voices through UNBC Emerging Musicians, Speakers Bureau and Runway of Rezilience, showcasing Indigenous excellence on and off the stage.
Kicked off the Presidents Cup live on NBC with Shayla Stonechild,
bringing Indigenous representation to a global stage.
Collaborated with Canada's Walk of Fame and celebrated new milestones in partnership with our incredible speakers and ambassadors.
Honoured to be featured in Billboard Magazine for our Summer Concerts launch with Canada’s Walk of Fame at the iconic Casa Loma.
Partnered with Camb. ai to lead advanced initiatives in language preservation, ensuring cultural traditions thrive for generations.
Continued to proudly support the Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation through its ambassadors and event support, helping to uplift Indigenous youth and communities by providing opportunities and resources for a brighter future.
The Runway of Rezilience, where Seeing Red honoured Indigenous culture and history through fashion in collaboration with Casa Loma. This iconic event was a celebration of resilience, creativity, and excellence.
“To our partners, creators, ambassadors, and every single one of you who supported Seeing Red this year—thank you for making it extraordinary,” said Seeing Red.
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Burger Barn fire deemed arson
The fire that destroyed a beloved local business is being investigated as arson, say Burger Barn owners Jason and Celeste Hill.
In an impassioned post on their restaurant’s Facebook page, the owners asked anyone with information about the arson to come forward.
“As most of you are already aware, our beloved Burger Barn Restaurant was destroyed by fire at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Monday, January 27. We have not yet received the Ontario Fire Marshall’s official report but sadly we can share with you at this time, that it was a heinous act of arson.”
They continued: “Intentionally destroying the family restaurant that we worked so hard to build from the ground up over the last 14 years is not only a truly disgusting scheme, but a cowardly one.”
Two days before the fire, the restaurant was shot at, on Jan. 25, around 2: 30 a.m.
“Our outdoor glass vestibule was hit by bullets in a drive-by shooting. Both incidents are currently active police investigations. We chose to make this post
now to plead with anyone that may have any information that could assist with the investigations to please contact the Six Nations Police Department at 519445-2811.”
The Burger Barn was a popular restaurant on Fourth Line Road, just off Highway 6, and has won numerous awards and was also featured on the Food Network’s You Gotta Eat Here.
“We were only successful in this due to the hard work and dedication of 60 highly talented individuals, a truly amazing group of professionals who we were lucky enough to have amassed over the years as
Team Burger Barn. This incredible group of people not only relied on the restaurant and its patrons for their livelihood, but they also called it their home and each other family.”
Travelers came from near and far to visit the Burger Barn and its unique offerings of gourmet burgers and other down-home fare.
“Over the years we were so happy to have welcomed thousands of people through our doors, some travelling great distances just to visit us. We were proud to be ambassadors for Six Nations and a favourite stop for families and groups of friends headed to
lacrosse, hockey, baseball or the Friday night races.”
There has been an outpouring of support from near and far, along with encouragement for the owners to rebuild.
Jason and Celeste have confirmed they will rebuild the beloved restaurant.
“A huge thank you to the overwhelming number of people who have reached out through all forms of communication both to us directly and to our employees to offer their love, kindness, support and hopes of a quick rebuild. Words cannot describe how much it means to all of us. We will see you all again.”
Human rights commissioner questions firing
By Marcy Nicholson
When the British Columbia government fired the Greater Victoria school board last week, it effectively made police liaison programs mandatory in schools while failing to provide a factual basis for the decision, the B.C. Human Rights commissioner said.
Kasari Govender said in the letter to Education Minister Lisa Beare and Public Safety Minister Gary Begg that failure to fund research into the matter is contrary to the government's human rights obligations "and undermines its stated values to combat racism."
The letter dated Monday
came after Beare fired the entire elected board of School District No. 61 last Thursday over its refusal to allow police in schools except in emergencies.
"The decision to fire SD61 board members — and effectively make (School Police Liaison Officer) programs mandatory across the province — was ostensibly based on concerns about student safety, and yet the lack of transparency in this process belies a commitment to evidence-based decision-making," Govender said.
But Beare said in a statment on Tuesday that the dismissal of the board wasn't about implementing
a specific program, it was about the failure of the Victoria board to respond to the needs of the community.
"We appointed a special adviser to assist the board to create a safety plan that was reflective of the needs of the community, but the board failed to co-operate, failed to properly work with (the) community, and failed to listen to the local First Nations." Beare's statement said.
She said each district has different approaches to working with local police, such as in bike safety programs, Halloween safety or gang awareness.
"I expect districts to have a
proactive, trauma-informed approach that puts the safety of students at the centre of everything they do," she said.
The commissioner said there are "significant gaps" in evidence supporting school police liaison officers and there is not enough research to say definitively whether police presence in schools keeps young people safe and thriving.
"What is being called into question is the benefit of the role of police when the objective is simply to build relationships with children and youth, and if it outweighs the potential harms," Govender wrote.
In an impassioned post on their restaurant’s Facebook page, Burger Barn asked anyone with information about the arson to come forward. SUBMITTED
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There could be money for you at Indigenous Services Canada, according to elected council.
Six Nations of the Grand River elected council recently sent out a press release informing community members about trust funds held by ISC for minors, dependent adults and estates that you could apply for through the government website.
The Minors Account Payout Initiative is an outreach, intake and payment processing initiative led by ISC’s Trust Moneys, Estates and Treaty Annuities Directorate.
The initiative is aimed at ensuring people who are eligible receive their money and to reduce the number of trust accounts held by ISC.
ISC says many Indigenous people are unaware of the fund and that it’s holding money in a trust
account on their behalf.
ISC says the initiative aims to contact people by mail, email or phone and by working with First Nations bands to assess applications and get the money processed to individuals and beneficiaries of estates.
ISC said it plans to contact eligible adults if it has a trust account being held for them.
Online application forms are available. ISC said once the application is processed, the money will be sent out by direct deposit but first, a “test deposit” of $2.01 will be sent to confirm the banking information on the form.
Individual trust accounts are established in a few ways: when a minister exercises jurisdiction over the property of a minor, or, when a First Nation requests ISC to retain a minor’s share of per capita distributions.
Trust accounts for minors accrue interest until they’re paid out.
ISC encourages family members or their nomi-
nees to manage the estates of those who have died.
ISC serves as administrator if no one is willing or able to settle the estate. When ISC serves as administrator trust accounts are opened;
For registered minors: An individual trust account holds certain moneys for a minor until they reach the age of majority in the province, territory, or place of residence.
For dependent adults (based on a provincial designation as such): If a member of a First Nation, who ordinarily lives on reserve, is found incapable of handling their own financial affairs, ISC may establish an account for them and manage their day-to-day income and expenses.
For estates: Where a First Nation member, who ordinarily lives on reserve, passes away, the Minister has exclusive jurisdiction over the estate. All trust moneys held by ISC accrue interest until they are paid out, according to ISC.
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We invite Community Organizations to host an event in this year's Community Awareness Month!
Events will run from May 1-30. The first planning meeting will be February 11 @2pm.
To be added to the contact list, reach out to Leigh Thompson: sncec@sixnations.ca.
For more information about Community Awareness, visit the “Community Bulletins” section on sixnations.ca
Nepinak to engage U.S. Native American organizations on rights
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Unceded Algonquin Territory — Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak today confirmed plans to travel to the United States (U.S.) this month to meet with Native American organizations regarding the newly announced U.S. tariffs, as well as Treaty and border mobility rights.
“The borders dividing Canada and the U.S. cross the ancestral lands and traditional territories of many Indigenous Peoples, Tribes, and Nations,” said National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak. “We look forward to meeting with Chiefs and leadership from national organizations south of the Medicine Line to discuss our Treaty and border mobility rights, and the impact of these harmful tariffs on our Inherent and Treaty rights. We will also
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discuss the importance of border mobility and our right to maintain our spiritual, cultural, political, economic, and social relations with Indigenous Peoples across borders.”
In addition to meetings with U.S. Native American organizations, National Chief Woodhouse will meet with the Jay Treaty Border Alliance and the AFN Executive to coordinate strategy and discuss next steps to ensure that First Nations voices are heard, our rights upheld, and our freedoms protected.
National Chief Woodhouse Nepinak also renewed her call for Canada’s First Ministers to include First Nations leadership in their ongoing strategic discussions regarding border issues, Arctic sovereignty, and Canada’s response to these shortsighted tariffs.
“First Nations must be at the table when decisions are made that affect our people, our lands, and
our rights,” said National Chief Woodhouse Nepinak. “We call on the federal government to ensure First Nations leadership is part of any Team Canada approach to trade and border discussions. Any decisions or discussions concerning the future of our ancestral lands and traditional territories must, and will, include us.”
National Chief Woodhouse Nepinak has reiterated these concerns in an open letter to President Donald J. Trump, in a meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau on Canada-U.S. trade relations, and in responses to remarks from the U.S. President-elect.
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Niagara College offers the Strong Students, Stronger Future tuition initiative which helps bridge funding gaps for students from equity-seeking communities, including former Youth in Care and First Nations students. Visit Niagaracollege.ca/ strongstudents for details.
Open Letter: Reassessing tuition waivers at the University of Waterloo: A call for historical integrity, proper Mohawk recognition, and the inclusion of Honorary Degrees
By Benjamin Doolittle U.E.
The University of Waterloo’s effort to offer tuition waivers to Indigenous students has been praised for advancing reconciliation, yet its underlying verification process—chiefly based on Indian Act band membership—falls short of reflecting the true nature of the historical documents it claims to honor. This approach diminishes the Crown’s original commitments to Loyalist Mohawks under the Haldimand Proclamation of 1784, and it also overlooks the distinct membership processes that have long guided the Mohawk Nation.
Contrary to widespread assumptions, the Haldimand Proclamation was never a treaty; Isaac v. Davey confirmed its status as a land grant specifically for Loyalist Mohawks to enjoy “exclusively.” Canada fur-
ther endorsed its continuing legal force on December 24, 1791. By casting the Proclamation as a general promise to “Six Nations,” institutions like Waterloo ignore the exclusivity that Crown documents extend to certain Mohawk families, whose lineage dates back to the original beneficiaries. Our experience has taught us that relying solely on Indian Act band lists undermines not just the Proclamation, but also our own Mohawk membership processes, which include adoptions of individuals and, at times, entire nations. In 1869, Prince Arthur of Connaught was adopted into the Mohawk Nation, a profound symbol of the shared respect and unity between the Crown and the Mohawk people. Again, in 1913, Canada was formally adopted into the Mohawk Longhouse, as recounted by Pauline Johnson in her story “Royal Mohawk
Chief," when the circle wampum was “shattered” and refashioned to mark this new adoption. These practices emphasize the autonomy of the Mohawk Nation in determining who is recognized under its laws and traditions—an autonomy not captured by the Indian Act.
Over the years, we have taken legal measures to defend or restore Loyalist Mohawk descendants’ exclusive rights, since common verifications, including band membership, fail to reflect the Proclamation’s language and overlook the foundational frameworks that preceded the Indian Act. Lord Dorchester’s “mark of honor” and Post Nominal UE after the American Revolution and John Graves Simcoe’s subsequent heritage registry provided clear instructions for establishing Loyalist Mohawk lineage, an approach continued today by
the United Empire Loyalist Association of Canada (UELAC). Meanwhile, our own birth and heritage registry remains a sovereign and parallel mechanism for confirming legitimate ties to the Mohawk Nation.
Rather than discarding its tuition waiver initiative, Waterloo can strengthen it by accepting both UELAC certifications and the Mohawk Nation’s registry. This change would align the waiver policy with Isaac v. Davey, acknowledge Canada’s reaffirmation of the Haldimand Proclamation on December 24, 1791, and better respect Mohawk sovereignty—thus ensuring that benefits reach descendants the Proclamation actually intended to protect. The university could also take an additional step toward deeper reconciliation by granting honorary degrees to Mohawk scholars, elders, or community leaders.
Such degrees would reflect a serious commitment to intellectual and cultural exchange, opening doors for greater peer engagement and helping Waterloo fulfill its stated goal of achieving genuine reconciliation.
The Mohawk Nation of Grand River stands ready to share documentation and collaborate with any institution seeking a fact-based, legally consistent, and culturally respectful method of verifying eligibility for Indigenous tuition waivers. By recognizing our own adoption and membership processes, including adoptions at the individual and national level, Waterloo can bolster its program, properly honor the circle wampum tradition, and avoid perpetuating inaccuracies tied to Indian Act registries alone.
For those who trace their ancestry back to the Crown’s Loyalist Mohawk families and mohawk
adoptions, these clarifications matter profoundly. If the university’s waiver program is anchored in the Haldimand Proclamation, it should reflect the Proclamation’s exclusivity, the pledge of 1779 naming three Mohawk villages. Canada’s 1791 reconfirmation and the rich history of the Mohawk membership and adoption processes. Through these efforts— together with potentially awarding honorary degrees—Waterloo can uphold the rights that the Crown granted so many generations ago and set a leading example of how true reconciliation can be achieved. Nia:wen (thank you) for engaging with this critical issue, and we stand prepared to continue the dialogue in cooperative forums until the rightful Mohawk heirs are fully recognized.
Trump exploring option to send criminals to other countries
By Matthew Lee
GUATEMALA CITY (AP)
— President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he was exploring whether he can move forward with El Salvador’s offer to accept and jail violent American criminals in the “most severe cases" even as he and Secretary of State Marco Rubio both say it raises clear legal issues.
Rubio reached an unusual agreement with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele a day earlier that the Central American country would accept U.S.
deportees of any nationality, including American citizens and legal residents who are imprisoned for violent crimes.
“I’m just saying if we had a legal right to do it, I would do it in a heartbeat,”
Trump told reporters Tuesday in the Oval Office.
“I don’t know if we do or not, we’re looking at that right now.”
At a news conference earlier in San Jose with Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves, Rubio said there were “obviously legalities involved. We have a Constitution.”
But Rubio noted that
it was “a very generous offer. No one’s ever made an offer like that — and to outsource, at a fraction of the cost, at least some of the most dangerous and violent criminals that we have in the United States.”
Immigration — a Trump administration priority — was again the topic of the day during Rubio's first foreign trip as America's top diplomat. On his five-country Central America tour, he has faced major upheaval at the U.S. Agency for International Development, leaving many at the aid agency and the State Department
fearful for their jobs.
While Rubio has been overseas this week, USAID staffers and Democratic lawmakers were blocked from its Washington headquarters after Elon Musk, who is running a budget-slashing Department of Government Efficiency, announced Trump had agreed with him to shut the aid agency.
Thousands of USAID employees already had been laid off and programs worldwide shut down after Trump imposed a sweeping freeze on foreign assistance after taking office. Rubio
later offered a waiver for life-saving programs, but confusion over what is exempt from stop-work orders — and fear of losing U.S. aid permanently — is still freezing aid and development work globally.
“I would say if some organization is receiving funds from the United States and does not know how to apply a waiver, then I have real questions about the competence of that organization," he said. “Or I wonder whether they’re deliberately sabotaging it for purposes of making a political point.”
Rubio also said he has “long supported foreign aid. I continue to support foreign aid. But foreign aid is not charity.” He noted that every dollar the U.S. spends must advance its national interest.
Amid the turmoil back home, Rubio and Chaves spoke of immigration and security challenges that Costa Rica faces as it has become not just a transit country for migrants headed to the U.S. but also a destination as thousands of Nicaraguans since that country cracked down on opposition starting in 2018.
Nenan Dane explores possibilities on child welfare rights at Treaty 8
By Ed Hitchins
FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. —
First Nations in northeast B.C. explored options to develop their family services during a workshop late last week.
First Nations’ family services group Nenan Dane Dane Zaa Deh Zona Family Services Society brought Treaty 8 communities together for a meeting about child welfare jurisdiction on Friday, January 31st. ‘Reasserting Jurisdiction for Treaty 8’ took place at Treaty 8 offices in Fort St. John, with delegates from Halfway River First Nation, Doig River First Nation and Saulteau First Nation in attendance.
At issue was the principle of implementing their own family services with respect to implementing their own child and family services concerning the well-being of Indigenous children, youth and families residing in Treaty 8.
Bart Knudsgaard - a social worker who has worked alongside the Ministry of Child and Family Develop-
ment (CAFD) and the First Nations community during his career - led the event. He assisted in developing the Ktunaxa First Nations’ child welfare system, is currently a consultant working with Indigenous communities in B.C. and the Yukon and says Indigenous-centric services are based on “perspective”.
“In other communities, workers are trained in identifying safety issues and risks. A lot of it is very transactional,” said Knudsgaard. “With First Nation communities, it’s looking at the question of ‘what are family strengths?’ and building on those. “This way families can parent children the way they’ve always wanted to. We can also support them in dealing with past traumas. But it’s coming from more strength-based relations versus simple assessment.”
While Indigenous children under 14 only make up 7.7 per cent of the population, they account for over half of children in foster care, at 53.8 per
cent, according to the 2021 census.
In 2020, the federal government implemented C-92: The Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families after discussions with various communities began in 2018.
It highlighted six points of action, including:
Reforming child services to a flexible funding model
Prevention and early intervention
Exploring the potential for co-developed family services legislation
Accelerating the work of nationwide technical and trilateral data tables
Supporting Metis and Inuit to advance culturally-appropriate reform
Developing a data and reporting strategy with First Nation communities
Currently, the province has delegation agreements with 117 of 202 First Nations communities across B.C. to develop their own child and family services overseen by the CAFD or Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies (ICFS).
Join us in person for a live-stream presentation, learn about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and community prevention efforts. Explore the challenges faced by affected children and teens, and discover effective interventions for home and school settings. This information is valuable for biological parents, caregivers, foster/adoptive parents, teachers, and anyone working with children or teens with FASD.
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Four found dead in home on First Nation in southern Saskatchewan
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Four people have been found dead in a home on a First Nation in southern Saskatchewan, RCMP said Tuesday Officers with the File Hills Police Service found the bodies after they were called Tuesday morning to the home on the Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation, east of Regina.
An initial investigation determined the deaths to be suspicious, but Mount-
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RCMP said they received reports four hours later about a man pointing a gun at people on Zagime Anishinabek, formerly known as the Sakimay First Nation, roughly 95 kilometres away.
It's not known if that sighting is related to the deaths at Carry the Kettle, but the public is asked to remain vigilant in the area.
The investigation is unfolding and there will be an increased police presence at Carry the Kettle,
RCMP said, adding they would notify the public of any imminent safety risk. Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation Chief Scott Eashappie declined an interview but wrote on social media there was a break-in and homicide on the north side of the reserve. He asked community members to stay clear of the area and contact police with any information.
"Please pray for our nation and our families," Eashappie wrote. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 4, 2025.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY For Grand River Post Secondary Education Office
The Post Secondary Funding Advisor with the Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO) reports to and is directly responsible to the Director of Post Secondary Student Services for:
The organizational accomplishment of identified Board Ends policies; and operating within established Board and Operational policies and procedures to accomplish these Ends.
To do this the Post Secondary Funding Advisor will:
Be knowledgeable about all Board and Operational policies and procedures.
Coordinate all matters relating to the programs and services within the Post Secondary Funding Advisor's designated student caseload.
Provide orientation and support services to all students within the designated student caseload.
To be knowledgeable about post secondary programs, services, and procedures in post secondary institutions attended by Six Nations students.
Maintain accurate student files for the designated student caseload.
Provide liaison between the GRPSEO and Six Nations secondary school students, post secondary institutions, other educational agencies and institutions.
Make appropriate referrals of students to other agencies that will assist the s tudent in accomplishing their post secondary education objectives.
Contribute to the overall development and coordination of programs and services of the GRPSEO
Carry out their duties in a professional manner consistent with a team approach.
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
College diploma or Undergraduate University degree with concentration in a relevant field Also, evidence through work history of prior achievement of at least two – three years of work experience demonstrating capability in a client based setting.
Prior successful experience in a multi-task work environment requiring professional level of time, information and project management skills is preferred.
Working knowledge and experience of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office programs and Internet interaction
Proven ability to ensure accuracy of work dealing with data entry and editing.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
Satisfactory police check and must be bondable.
Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in written and spoken form.
Interact with others in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and completion of projects.
Work collegially with co-workers and clients while maintaining confidentiality, organizational integrity, and responsiveness to client needs.
Organize tasks and manage time effectively.
Understand, interpret and apply policy in a consistent manner
Able to travel using own vehicle and valid driver’s license (some over night travel required).
Be dependable, flexible, and take initiative when necessary (work flex hours as required).
SALARY: $51,235.00 - $69,006.12 (determined using our internal job grading system)
ADDITIONAL TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE PERKS:
Health benefits (including Employee and Family Assistance Program);
Pension plan;
Paid federal and provincial holidays;
Approximately 1.5 weeks of organization wide shut down over Christmas;
Generous leave allowances;
Professional development;
Bonuses (as available);
Staff appreciation events; and
Years' of service recognition awards
CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2025 by 4 pm.
Applicants must submit their resume with (3) professional recent references by: e-mail to Elisa White, Senior Administration Assistant at: ElisaW@grpseo.org or drop box located at the front entrance of the office located at 2160 Fourth Line Road, Ohsweken to the:
Attention: Senior Administration Assistant on behalf of Director of Post Secondary Student Services
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Woll ensures Leafs escape Edmonton with gritty 4-3 win
By Shane Jones
What looked like a game on cruise control ended up with a wild finish and a sigh of relief for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who held on for a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday.
After taking a 3-0 lead on first-period on goals by Matthew Knies, William Nylander and Bobby McMann, and going up 4-1 just 18 seconds into the third period on a goal by Mitch Marner, the game looked to be in the bag for the Leafs, who came into the game with a 20-0-0 record when leading after 40 minutes.
However, Edmonton mounted a comeback and even looked to have tied the game with 2:04 remaining in the third period and the goalie pulled as Connor McDavid sent a pass across to Leon Draisaitl and he picked the top corner with a one-timer. However, it turned out that Oilers newcomer John Klingberg was offside on the play after a coach’s
challenge.
“We couldn’t get quite the angle we wanted so I called a timeout to give them more time and they made a great call,” said Toronto head coach Craig Berube of the successful challenge.
The Oilers poured it on to the wire and came close on multiple occasions, but Toronto goaltender Joseph Woll came up huge
and was able to make a sprawling glove save on Oiler Corey Perry in the dying seconds to preserve the win.
“It was just mayhem, guys diving everywhere, trying to get in lanes, trying to block shots, trying to do the best we can to keep the puck out of the net, said Marner, who recorded two points to become the
fastest Toronto player to reach 70 points in a season (52 games) since Doug Gilmour and Dave Andreychuk in 1993-94.
Perry wished he hadn’t been so close to the final buzzer on the play.
“I knew there wasn’t any time left. I think it hit his glove and the buzzer went,” said Perry, who scored his 10th of the
season with 8:27 to play in the third period to pull the Oilers to within one.
“I didn’t have much time to get it off. If I had an extra second, I probably would’ve stepped around him and took one more step and shot it, but I didn’t have that time.”
Woll was key to the victory, making 45 saves on the night.
“They’re a good team obviously and they made a good push, and I was just doing everything in my power to keep the puck out of the net,” Woll said. “It was a good win for us, a big win.”
Toronto snapped a three-game losing skid with the victory, but Berube wasn’t pleased that the Leafs took their feet off the gas pedal.
"We did a lot of good things, but I think we could have been more aggressive with the lead,” he said. “I’m not critiquing the win, because a win’s a win, but I think we could have pushed a little bit more on them. Woll was great, guys battled, it was a battle, playoff-type game, lot of credit to their team, they’ve very good.”
Toronto was buoyed by the returns of Knies and John Tavares from injury, but saw defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson leave the contest with a lower-body injury.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 1, 2025.
Blackeye Boxing club boxers dominate Brampton Cup
After taking a 3-0 lead on first-period on goals by Matthew Knies, William Nylander and Bobby McMann, and going up 4-1 just 18 seconds. NHL
From Coach Jackie Armour, "Blackeye goes to Brampton cup tournament and comes away with 4 Gold Medals and two Bronze. Ava Fenton, Vinny Rowe, Tommy Wallace and Sahib Aulakh, all won Gold. Kelsie MacPhee, and Jacob Davidson won Bronze." ARMOUR
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Ontario artist's Super Bowl football
By Dan Ralph
Growing up, Quentin Commanda dreamt of playing in the NFL and reaching the Super Bowl.
The pro football career never happened, but Commanda is closer to Super Bowl LIX than most. On Monday, the NFL unveiled a football designed by the 44-year-old Nipissing First Nation (Garden Village, Ont.) artist as part of its lead-up to Sunday's game in New Orleans.
"Football was something I was very passionate about growing up and the NFL was always something I kind of imagined playing in," Commanda said. "But I realize this is a huge platform and an amazing opportunity and I wanted to make the best of it.
"To be part of the Super Bowl, I am very much aware of the impact it will have. It still doesn't feel real yet."
immediately how to tackle the project.
“In Anishinaabe teachings, the strawberry, o’demin, represents heart and to me heart is a big part of football," he said. "I immediately saw the marriage between the strawberry and football.
"Many of the ways we pass our culture on from one generation to the next is through different art forms. I put many layers of teachings so the main goal is to definitely create a visual healing experience, an education experience and get that conversation going."
The design project is part of a broader partnership between NFL Canada and Football Canada aimed at increasing access to the sport in Indigenous communities. Commanda also sees it as an opportunity for people to ask questions and learn about Indigenous culture.
this for the first time, I'm hoping it's a lot of inspiration from many different directions."
A total of 50 Super Bowl footballs bearing Commanda's design were produced at Wilson's factory in Ada, Ohio, where each NFL game ball is handmade. Some of these balls will be displayed at NFL and Football Canada events, as well as grassroots gatherings.
Commanda's colourful design integrates nature's four elements, the medicine wheel, and a visual land acknowledgment. He also noted that NFL Canada gave him creative control, which is a rarity for him.
When NFL Canada commissioned Commanda, whose artist name is Que Rock, last fall to design an official football, he knew
"Western art is usually interpretive art where Indigenous art is focused on education," he said. "For the average Joe seeing
"I find many of my clients usually have an agenda they want and are adamant about sneaking it in," he said. "But this was something where there wasn't even a suggestion, it was literally, 'Whatever you can come up with.' "(NFL Canada) actually said yes to my first design, something that's also very rare."
Call for Parliament's return after Trump hits pause on tariffs
By Sarah Ritchie and Michel Saba
Opposition parties say the Liberals must recall Parliament within the next month to act on Donald Trump's tariff threat, but the government insists it does not need to pass legislation to take the action the U.S. president wants to see.
And experts say there's no incentive for the Liberals to heed that call and risk being toppled while they're in the midst of a leadership race.
"Right now, they have control of what is happening, they have control of the message and the oppo-
sition is trying to make itself heard," said Frédéric Boily, professor of political science at the University of Alberta.
On Monday, Trump hit pause on his plan to impose sweeping tariffs on Mexico and Canada, which would have effectively tipped the continent into a trade war.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he presented Trump with Canada's plan to secure the border and tackle fentanyl production and trafficking. Trump agreed to delay tariffs until at least March 4.
Many elements of that border plan were announced in December
as part of a $1.3-billion package.
Public Safety Minister David McGuinty said the government does not need to recall Parliament sooner than it is scheduled to, on March 24. Trudeau prorogued Parliament on Jan. 6 to allow the Liberals time to choose their new leader, a vote that is set for March 9.
"All of the powers that we need, for example, like listing cartels (as terrorist groups), those are things that are within our grasp now; it's simply a question of moving forward and implementing," McGuinty said in an interview.
Some aspects of the December border plan would require legislative changes, according to the government's own background information. Those include amendments to the Customs Act that would allow Canada Border Services Agency officers to examine goods destined for export, changes to the country's money laundering and terrorist financing law, and amendments to immigration law aimed at strengthening the visa system.
But it's not clear the minority government would have any support to do that.
The Conservatives, the NDP and the Bloc Québécois have said they will vote non-confidence at the earliest possible opportunity when the House of Commons does reconvene. Now, with the threat of tariffs still looming, the Tories and NDP want Parliament back for very different purposes.
On Monday, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre set out his own response to Trump's tariff threat that included sending Canadian Armed Forces troops to the border.
"Why, in the middle of this crisis, have the Liberal party powers put themselves ahead of Canadi-
ans?" he asked, adding they should recall Parliament to "pass a Canada first plan, like the one I've just laid out."
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has said New Democrats would be willing to work with the Liberals to pass an emergency aid package to help Canadians in case tariffs come on March 4.
"We need to call back Parliament and we need to have a package of protections in place for workers that might be impacted," Singh said at a Tuesday press conference in Montreal.
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Obituaries
HENHAWK: Shirley Ann “Pudge” Nee: Hess December 5, 1938 - January 29, 2025
It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our matriarch Shirley Ann Henhawk (Hess) in her 87th year. Loving and devoted wife of the late Roy Henhawk. Cherished mother of Earl (Linda) Hess, Ronnie (Gayle) Henshaw, Robert Henshaw, Shirley Johnson, Lisa Hill, Susan Hess (late Alvie), Ken (Kathy) Hess and Louise (Bill) Skye. Very special gram to Colby and Cara. Loving Grandmother to 27 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Predeceased by her parents Nelson and Lillian Hess. Loving stepmother of Chester (Linda) Henhawk, Bear (Lorraine) Hill, Cathy (Stan) Jonathan. Survived by her sisters Darlene (Morgan) Vanevery and Barbara (Ron) Spencer and sister-in-law Marie Hess. Predeceased by siblings; Helen Frank, Roberta Price, Hazel Wells, Ken Hess, Mary Hill, Winona Allison, Pat General, Donald Hess and Wayne Hess. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Shirley devoted her life to serving the Lord and was a member of Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church and Garlow Line Baptist church. Shirley had a huge heart and the greatest sense of humour and always accepted everyone for who they were. She always looked forward to each family gathering and
The family would like to thank her cardiologist Dr. Naas and the emergency care team at St. Joseph’s Hospital. A very special thank you to Jarrod and the Six Nations Paramedic Program for all their guidance and support over the
Resting at Styres Funeral Funeral Service to be www.rhbanderson.com
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1. “The Las Vegas of the East”
6. Cook
10. Manning and Wallach are two
14. Chameleon
15. A way to fill up
17. What MLBers hope to play in
19. Unhappy
20. Indefinite period of time
21. Excites
22. Males
23. Mongol leader Genghis
24. Turfs
26. Soda comes in them
29. Not nice
31. Professional organization
32. Part of a play
34. Sea eagle
35. Emily Blunt’s character in “Sicario”
37. Beige
38. Mental sharpness
39. Valley
40. Alcyone’s husband
41. A place to gamble
43. Flightless Australian birds
45. Call out somebody’s name over a P.A. system
46. US spy group
47. Pancakes from buckwheat flour
49. Swiss river
50. Disfigure
53. Have surgery
57. Formal withdrawal
58. Early English council
59. Square measures
60. 2,000 lbs.
61. Siskel and __, critics
5. Largest English dictionary (abbr.)
6. King of Thebes
7. English name meaning “mythical hunter”
8. Indicates near
9. More herbaceous
10. Gas-powered cars need one
11. Dishonest individual
12. Systems, doctrines, theories
13. The woman
16. The whole of one’s holdings
18. Witnesses
22. Doctor
23. Paul __, Swiss painter
24. Kids look for him on December 24
25. Single
27. Competitions
28. Predict the future
29. Cage for trained hawks
30. Musician Clapton
31. Frozen water
33. Semiformal men’s evening attire
35. Most worn
36. Common soap ingredient
37. Former EU monetary unit
39. Provisions
42. Book parts
43. Republic of Ireland
44. Partner to “Pa”
46. Sammy __, songwriter
47. Dutch colonist
48. Clare Booth __, American writer
49. Solar disk in Egyptian mythology
50. Minute arachnid
51. From a distance
52. Monthly apartment cost
53. Young women’s association
54. Tourist destination
55. “Woman” in Ojibwe language
56. Pointed end of a pen
SUDOKU
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
You’re in the mood to get things done this week, Aries. Your ambition is fueled and it is the perfect time to take charge and tackle overdue projects. Be careful not to rush things.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, your focus shifts to personal growth and intellectual exploration this week. You might find yourself investigating travel plans or diving into new hobbies.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Money and other resources take center stage this week, Gemini. Whether you are reevaluating your investments or getting your finances in order, you may need to make a few tweaks.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, you may find you’re a bit more introspective than usual. Your emotions are running deep, and it is a key time for some self-reflection. Be mindful of insights coming your way.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, it is a week of transitions for you. Something in your life may seem like it will come to an end soon, but this closing of one chapter is necessary for personal growth.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Work and your career take center stage right now, Virgo. Since you’re in a productive phase, you will make great headway on projects that can really boost your resume.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Think big this week, Libra. Try to see how your efforts can have an effect in the future and not just right now. There is an opportunity to expand your horizons.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, your financial world is looking quite favorable this week. You might have an opportunity to solidify your position on a project or embark on a completely new path.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
The focus is on you this week, Sagittarius. If you have been feeling stuck or unsure, now is a great time to put new intentions into action. People will be drawn to your energy.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
The quiet side of life takes over for the week, Capricorn. You might feel the need to reflect on recent experiences or recharge at home alone. Don’t hesitate to take a step back.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Your social life is booming right now, Aquarius. Networking events, group activities or spontaneous meet-ups are ways to connect with some like-minded individuals.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, this week you are all about setting goals and following through with your plans. The universe is on your side right now, and you will find it is quite easy to succeed.
