MLIB AUGUST 2013
The Traveling Feather
WE, THE TSE’KHENE NATION (PEOPLE OF THE ROCK) ARE PROUD PEOPLE
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AGA twenty thirteen Making sure the Footprints we leave behind are ones our Children will be proud to walk in.
Contributors MLIB The Traveling Feather Derek Orr, Adele Chingee, Anita Vallee, Shandi Covell, Nicole Peterson, Jodie Ware, Alec Chingee, Minnie Isadore, Meaghan van Somer, Chris Kaip, Jodi Sharp, Matt Shaw, Ken Solonas, Deborah Prince, Misty Williams, Geraldine Solonas, Minnie Isadore, Alec Chingee,
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Chief Derek Orr’s report Dear Members,
I hope you are doing well and taking advantage of the nice weather. I am looking forward to seeing many of you at our 2013 Annual General Assembly. It has been another excepDonal year for the McLeod Lake Indian Band and we are looking forward to updaDng members on current events and presenDng the 2012 independently audited financial statements for Duz Cho Logging, Duz Cho ConstrucDon, Summit Pipeline Services and the McLeod Lake Indian Band. June and July have been very busy months with increased acDvity within the tradiDonal territory. Currently, there is a significant focus on the liquefied natural gas opportuniDes in Northeastern BC, especially since the Provincial Government has idenDfied that it wants the first Natural Gas Plant operaDonal by 2015 and doubling by 2020. There are approximately five companies that are all looking to exploit the shale gas deposits in Northeastern BC and transporDng the gas for export off the Coast of BC. As a result there have been an increased number of consultaDons among First NaDons, Governments, and industry. Thompson Creek Metals On June 03, 2013 I met with Mine Manager, Terry Owen, and Al and Jim Humphreys, Managers of Duz Cho Logging and ConstrucDon, in Mackenzie BC. Terry Owen provided an update on Mt Milligan Mine and confirmed the mine is sDll scheduled to start producDon in August of 2013. Treaty 8 Trust SeVlement Account. On June 05, 2013 I met with Public Trustee, Jemison Jackson and Gordon Larin from Royal Trust to determine the outstanding deficit in the Treaty 8 Trust. Also in aVendance was Jane Newman, Auditor from DeloiVe and Touche; Adele Chingee, Band Manager; Michael Shaker, Controller for MLIB; and Ryan Bichon, Forestry Manager for MLIB. As a result, an approximate deficit was determined. It was then agreed that Michael Shaker and Gordon would work to confirm and finalize dollar amount owing to the Treaty 8 Trust SeVlement Account and draY a BCR with verified numbers to present to Chief and Council for approval. On June 12, 2013 Chief and Council approved a Band Council ResoluDon transferring $5,558,232 from the MLIB ExploraDon to the Treaty 8 Project and Development Account to eliminate The Treaty 8 SeVlement Account Deficit!
Quarterly MeeDngs On June 13-‐15, 2013 I aVended McLeod Lake Indian Band quarterly meeDngs in McLeod Lake, Prince George, and Vancouver. We provided an update on the Summit Pipeline sale and dividend, as well as an update on our Companies. Once again we have had great year and will provide all the details at the upcoming AGA.
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Gas Bar in McLeod Lake On June 14, 2013 I met with Bob Inkpen, Ken Solonas, and Dan Boudreu to discuss a business plan and budget for a gas bar in the community; McLeod Lake Indian Band, Indian Reserve #1. Dan will have a final business plan and budget completed for Chief and Council approval on July 25, 2013. On June 19, 2013 I met with the Land Management CommiVee to discuss details of the proposed gas staDon. Land Management agreed that we would survey the area and start the applicaDon process to designate land for the proposed gas staDon. Treaty 8 Chief’s meeDng in Fort St. John On June 18, 2013 Deborah Prince, Land Referral Manager, and I aVended Treaty 8 Chiefs meeDng in Fort. St. John BC. The meeDng was scheduled to discuss the TransCanada and Spectra Energy proposed Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) Pipelines which will cross Treaty 8 Territory and MLIB TradiDonal Territory. All Treaty 8 First NaDons idenDfied many topics which included the environment, cumulaDve impacts, use of water, and possible opportuniDes and benefits. Chiefs agreed to meet again for further discussions. Aboriginal Day On June 21, 2013 I spent the day in Mackenzie with Elders, Youth and Community Members. I also aVended opening ceremonies welcoming everyone to our tradiDonal territory. Hamburgers and hotdogs, drinks and chips where provided to all in aVendance, courtesy of Duz Cho Logging and Duz Cho ConstrucDon. Thank you DUZ CHO! Northeast Energy OpportuniDes Conference On June 25 -‐26, 2013 Councillor Geraldine Solonas and I aVended a conference in Prince Rupert. The main focus of the conference was the impacts of the proposed Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) pipelines and plants. Topics of discussion included environment, cumulaDve impacts, revenue and equity in projects, and long term benefits. The conference was well aVended by a number of First NaDons from along the pipeline route, as well as other First NaDons. CommuniDes idenDfied an opportunity to work together to ensure an equitable share of wealth and opportuniDes comes to First NaDons should the proposed projects go ahead. The conference was successful and we are expected to meet again someDme in August 2013. TransCanada Pipelines On June 27, 2013 I aVended a meeDng with representaDves from TransCanada Pipelines to discuss their two proposed pipelines: the Coastal Gaslink and the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Line. TransCanada also outlined potenDal opportuniDes associated with proposed pipelines. Spectra Energy On July 4, 2013 Councillors Zepheria Isadore, and Geraldine Solonas; Land Referral Manager, Deborah Prince and I all parDcipated in a helicopter flight over the proposed Spectra LNG Gas line. The flight was very informaDve and provided great perspecDve and overview of project.
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Chief and Council MeeDngs AVended July 03, 2013 – Membership July 08, 2013 – Development CorporaDon – Gas StaDon July 09, 2013 – Band Manger Contract July 10, 2013 – BC Hydro July 11, 2013 -‐ Economic Benefits agreement and Oil and Gas Commission July 12, 2013 – TransCanada July 22, 2013 – Membership July 25, 2013 – Regular Scheduled Chief and Council Board of Directors MeeDngs AVended June 25, 2013 – New Development CorporaDon, Succession Planning July 17, 2013 – Business Trust July 25, 2013 – Did not have quorum Grand Opening of MLIB Cultural Camp On July 24, 2013 I, together with many elders, youth, and members aVended the Grand Opening of McLeod Lake Indian Band’s Cultural Camp at McIntyre Lake. In conclusion, I look forward to seeing you at our 2013 Annual General Assembly. Chief and Council will be providing you informaDon on these topics and many others. If you have any quesDon or concerns on these topics or any other please feel free to contact me at 250-‐981-‐1332. Respecqully,
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Off Reserve Council Report By: Fred Inyallie Jr. Hello everyone and welcome to the AGA and hope everyone is enjoying the summer and good weather, glad to see everyone who could make it. My name is Fred Inyallie Jr., your friendly off reserve councilor, I am very happy and pleased to be working for MLIB, I’m gonna be stepping back and tell you a lil story…. When I first started, I wasn’t even sure if I was gonna get in or not, so I told Dora Chingee, who at that Dme nominated me, then got the news I was in, I was like happier then hell, I thought being a councilor was just signing cheques, then work started and now I was just finishing truck driving and now I have to adjust working for mlib members, to this day I never did regret jumping on board, I love my job. It totally gave me a huge outlook on our band members and I have aVended every C&C meeDng that we have, sorry I haven’t been giving monthly reports as I have been staying close to home for long trips, trying to cut costs. We as Council have been working hard for our band, since 2008, I have been on board and I have seen huge progress, which is awesome, but there have been some ups and downs, but we have made it to where we are today…..The sale of Summit Pipelines was a huge topic for awhile, while there was a lot of negaDve feedback, there was also a lot of posiDve results, lots of people didn’t want to see it, but if we didn’t and the markets crashed again, then MLIB would have been in negaDve again, which we don’t want, so we made the decision to sell it, and in the end aYer the sale, each band member received $15,000.00, and another $15,000.00 to come soon. We also have to thank the Board of Directors for their work as well. We are currently working on the Membership Code, as that is very touchy subject, also was a very awesome day for our grand opening of our culture camp out in McIntyre Lake, the turnout was awesome and lots of band members came out to show their support, we have to thank the X crew and Ryan Bichon for building it and doing such a great job, it was a great spot picked out by the elders themselves. As for the boat launch, that’s been put on hold Dll next year. As for next year, should be exciDng as well as elecDons are coming up (June 2014)
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To make a long story short, I love my job as a councilor and it has turned me into a different animal since I’ve started and I have a huge outlook on everything I do for our band and the membership. I know it’s been an up and down 2nd term, but I stuck it out through the roughest and toughest times and will continue to do so, it’s in me to do this. I just also wanted to let everyone know this Chief and Council did an awesome job working together over this past year, Thanks team. Once again I hope everyone enjoys our AGA, also thanks to the people that did all the hard work setting it up. Congratulations to all grads and to all the youth, well done Kids, keep up the hard work as one day you’ll be our future leaders. Once again thanks everyone for being here, without you, this is not possible. MUSSI CHO
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AGA 2013 Off reserve counsellor Report Danache’a Elders, Members and Family. What a Year it has been!!! Our Band has been on a positive and upward path with our Band becoming debt free, increasing our equity since 2008 seven fold, band membership dividend benefits, capacity building planning and soon to be reality, membership and election code amendments being worked on, business partnerships maintained and gained, and a membership stand for our territory from big business. This is due to teamwork from a lateral approach with Membership, Admin, C&C, Board of Directors, Trustees and Partnerships . The days of once a month C&C meetings only are long gone. Weekly the C&C, Admin and Team are part of any one or all of these portfolios; Mining, Oil and Gas, MLIB entities, MLIB Trust, Treaty Implementations, First Nations, Local Government, Health, Culture and Language, Forestry, Economic Development, Site C, Administration, Policy and Codes. There is always a need from improvement, my thoughts are still towards our Line of Communication with Membership but we are definitely not hanging out at the Start line. Our Quarterly meetings are regular, well attended and our Newsletter is consistent and full of current information. The different Facebook Sites have given a window to opinions and a line of communication. A few have turned mean even to the point of defamation and disrespect. No excuse for that. On the highroad there are two sides to the coin, conversation and facebook has provided an outlet for off and on reserve membership conversation, instantly, recorded, mostly accountable and definitely emotional .... bottomline. Trust is part of any good communication and we are all part of that piece in continuing to move forward, together. Mussi cho for my elected position and opportunity to be part of this!!! Mussi Cho!! Yaz Prince
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THANK YOU: Talisman Energy Ltd, Conoco Phillips, Canadian Natural Resources and TransCanada
Kieran Boyko, daughter of Russ and Ann Marie Boyko. She graduated from the University of Lethbridge with a Bachelor of Arts and with Honors. She will be continuing with her education at Western University in London Ontario doing her Masters degree in History
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Natural Resources Report July 26, 2013 Summer Crews The summer work crews have been busy with the following activities: Forestry Layout: Exploring potential harvest areas and access in the Kerry East Operating Area Silviculture Brushing: Cutting brush from plantations behind the Reserve (1 Mile Road) Community Projects: Firewood, peeling logs for elders smokehouse Grounds Maintenance: Cutting grass in the community, and at the AGA site and ballXield. In addition, all crews have helped to clear out a trail and construct the new cultural camp at McIntyre Lake. Firewood will be major focus during late summer as well as other scheduled community projects. Treaty 8 Forestry There is currently no logging taking place on Treaty 8 Settlement Lands. The forestry layout crew will be laying out harvest areas and access roads this summer to prepare for logging next winter. Summer Projects We hope to make signiXicant progress on a number of projects this summer. Cultural Camp: The Grand Opening of the new Cultural Camp at McIntyre Lake took place on July 24. The event was very well attended. It was a beautiful day with good food and good company. The camp is now ofXicially open and available for use by Band Members for the remainder of summer. Cemetery: A new cemetery location has been proposed and planning work has begun. A professional cemetery planner visited McLeod Lake on May 27 to assess the suitability of a proposed site for the new cemetery (behind the ball Xield). A pit was excavated to examine the soils at the site. It is hoped that we can begin construction at this site before the end of summer. Boat Launch: Plans and permits were put in place to construct a boat launch on McLeod Lake near the Band OfXice, but the project has been deferred due to concerns around the cost of the project, the amount of disturbance to the existing site, and the general extravagance of the current plans. It is hoped that a somewhat reduced version of this project will go ahead next year. Signs & Gates: New signs for the NRC building and Highway 97 access point have been ordered and should be ready any day. Gates have been ordered to begin blocking access to MLIB lands. The Xirst few gates will be installed on main access roads by the end of summer. Community Smokehouse: After many discussions with the elders and many design changes, a Xinal design and a Xinal location have been decided upon. A project proposal will be submitted for approval very soon. The proposed location for the smokehouse is behind the NRC building, near the community gardens.
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How to start Inves-ng? You would think this is a simple ques-on. It is not simple, where do you go, what you bring, and how much money do you need to start. What op-ons are there which will help you achieve your goals? It used to be that you would put your money in a savings account “Now what?” First, no maDer where you are inves-ng the ins-tu-on will need to know who you are so you will need two pieces of ID. For example, a Government ID such as a Driver’s License, and a Health Care Card. If you are already dealing with that ins-tu-on they may have it on file or may need to update this informa-on so have it on hand. Next, you need to know where you want to go to – Bank, Credit Union, or a Broker. Go to these places speak to someone, tell them your plans. Ask what (if any) the cost/fees to deposit or withdraw your money would be. As well, why or what the advantage of inves-ng in a product that would charge a fee compared to one with no charge. What op-ons are they sugges-ng to you and why? Don’t be afraid to ask ques-ons, go home, think about the recommenda-ons then go back and ask the ques-ons you are thinking of now. Go to the person you are most comfortable with. Have a Plan – What are you inves-ng for – Educa-on, children, grandchildren, inheritance, geVng married, vaca-on, to buy property, re-rement, etc. What amount do you want and when? Set your Goals – When do you need this money? Find out about the types of investments – what is out there that can help you? You also need to know your risk tolerance. The good think about inves-ng is this money is yours you can do with it as you want. Remember wealth comes in many forms; it is a state of certainty with limitless possibili-es of the future. It is a commitment to personal fulfillment, freedom both to achieve your dreams and to help the dreams of others. It is never too late or too early to start inves-ng. Inves-ng is not only for people with lots Love is what's in the room with you at Christmas if of money to spare but for everyone. you stop opening presents and listen. twenty thirteen AGA
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What steps are required to open a Bank Account? This is always a confusing issue as what do I need to bring what steps are involved, how long will this take? It is not difficult but will require some of your -me. Most Ins(tu(on requires two pieces of government ID, for example your Health Care Card and driver’s license. This is a federal government requirement which the Bank and Credit Unions most follow before they can open a bank account, you must also have your Social Security number. They will require an appointment to be booked – this is so there will be someone available to help you choose the right account (as there are many to those from) and it takes at least one hour for the discussion and the paperwork involved (at -mes it can take longer). Some Ins(tu(ons will require a credit bureau search. When once this is collected and approved they will then make the decision if they be able to open the account. The worst thing you can do …….. Is go to Money Market or
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Let your money work for you. Integris Credit Union is a great op-on for opening a new account. For more informa-on on what is required, please call us at (250)612-‐3456.
Vivian Senez, PFP, CPCA Integris Financial Planning Services Ltd. • Personal Financial Planner • Life Insurance Agent • vsenez@integriscu.ca
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Infant & Family Development
Direct Line: (250) 750-6850 Phone: (250) 750-4415 Fax: (250) 750-4420 Email: nthomas@mlib.ca
Nicole Thomas Infant & Fam. Dev. Worker McLeod Lake Indian Band General Delivery McLeod Lake, B.C. V0J 2G0
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Returning to Spirit Aboriginal Workshop (First half of a two part workshop) November 18-22, 2013 in Prince George
Returning to Spirit Reconciliation Workshop (Second half of a two part workshop) May 12-16, 2014 in Prince George
Returning to Spirit Is a Residential School Reconciliation Workshop that involves both Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal communities. The Aboriginal Workshop is the first half of the two part training program, and focuses on moving people forward through the principles of personal empowerment. The Reconciliation Workshop is the second half of the two part training program, and focuses on bringing Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal communities together.
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Experiencing Reconciliation between yourself and your family, your community, your coworkers and the larger world
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Uncovering a more profound sense of who you really are and what you are truly capable of doing
Please contact Nicole Peterson (250) 750-6849 or npeterson@mlib.ca (or drop by!) for more information or to register.
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To participate in any camps offered during summer programming, please contact the Youth Department for registration forms.
INSPIRING MCLEOD LAKE YOUTH TO DEVELOP POSITIVE IDENTITIES BY EMPHASIZING THEIR STRENGTHS AND PROVIDING EXPERIENCES THAT PROMOTE HEALTHY DECISION MAKING AND PRIDE IN THEIR COMMUNITY. OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE PROGRAMMING WHICH FOSTERS RESILIENCY AND INDEPENDENCE, AND ALLOWS MCLEOD LAKE YOUTH TO SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITION INTO ADULTHOOD.
Shandi Covell scovell@mlib.ca 250-750-4415 After Hours: 250-997-7920
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sign up with roberta valiquette or shandi covell regarding bcne (formerly pgx) ticket packages. attending youth must be registered band members to receive a package.
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For those of you that I have not yet had the opportunity to meet I am, Charlene Dahl, and spend my days working at the daycare. I began working here about two years ago, beginning as casual and am now a fulltime employee. In September of 2012 I returned to school and am continuing to work on obtaining my AECE, recently achieving my Early Childhood Educator Assistant certiDicate. My work days are Dilled with opportunities to view the world through the eyes of a child. As much as I enjoy providing opportunities for them to learn and grow they regularly teach me a thing or two! My spouse, Steve, and I live in Mackenzie with our four boys; Dakota (16 yrs.), Calen (13 yrs.), Bryson (11 yrs.) and Adam (9 yrs.). Much of my time at home involves travelling with my active boys to various lacrosse activities. I spent twelve years as a stay at home mom spending time volunteering within the boy’s schools and various sports/activities. Being given the opportunity to be involved with the lives of my own and other children is something that I enjoy and enable me to appreciate the opportunities that I have been given by working within the daycare at McLeod Lake. I am looking forward to continuing to get to know the children within the community and the many joys and challenges that await in the future.
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How to raise a moose. “Whatever you do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius and power and magic in it.” Wolfgang von Goethe I was bad, but it didn't work out too well for me. I went from foster homes into jail and pretty much stayed there for a lot of years. The men I ran with did some pretty bad things, and so did I. How I got caught up in all that is pretty simple. I didn't feel accepted. Being a half breed, I was native to the non-natives, and non-native to natives. Yet here were these really bad guys who did horrible things when wronged, yet they treated me like family. I never felt like I was a part of a family since I was taken from home just after reaching my 13th birthday, so it was easy to feel like I fit in. Just running with these guys makes a man a criminal in the eyes of the law. Pretty soon, it rubs off on you and it's easy to be just like them. We made a lot of money times, had nice stuff and beautiful women, so I thought I was pretty successful. I realized that I was wrong after I did the math. Every time I got busted, I lost all the money and the stuff I had worked for. Either the cops took it or the lawyer did. In the end, I got nothing to show for years of hard work. It wasn't working out for me in the long run. The last time I did a stretch in the penitentiary, one of my criminal brothers told me to smarten up. In the past all I ever did was time, with nothing to show for it. I was in a penitentiary that has a bona fide university program. If I got accepted, I would earn the same prison wage as if I worked, and I wouldn't have to work for the prison. I applied, took the tests to show them that I was smart enough and was accepted. The plan was that I would do my undergrad degree while in the system, and when I got out my criminal brothers would send me to law school so I could work for them later on. We would all make huge bucks. While I was studying criminology for my undergrad degree, I came across something that made me mad. What I found out was that I was born to be a criminal. Natives are incarcerated to a much higher rate than non-natives for the same crimes. I already knew this but didn't realy get it. The lights went on about my first conviction was for stealing a car. My white friends at school got probation, I got time. In prison, there were a lot of natives and us half-breeds. Something like 80% of the population had native blood. We even had a social club called “the Native Brotherhood”, and I was invited to join. This was my first real contact with native culture since I was a kid and my mom was still with us. Unfortunately, a large proportion of the natives had drug problems. When I was active on the streets, we called them customers. While I was in prison, I became one. I had always smoked a little dope, but only after finishing taking care of biz at the end of the day. Now I was playing with powders and if my criminal brothers ever found out I would be in real trouble, probably killed. While I was on mandatory supervision at the end of my stint, I met a pretty little gal with a drug problem and a 3 way custody fight with her ex-husband and her own mother for her 2 kids. I was able to put it to my brothers that I needed to do this. I was no longer effective at making money with them because I was a heat score and I was let go. I think they suspected that I was using and really didn't want to have to kill me if they found out for sure. We went to Ontario and fought the custody battle to a stalemate... better than a loss, but not by much. She got pregnant with my oldest son and her mom tried taking him too. With all this going on, the marriage fell apart. I had a serious drug problem, had enough of going nowhere and needed help. I got help in downtown Toronto at a homeless shelter where they were just starting a program to help men get into treatment for addictions. I was the 4th guy in it, and went to 3 different treatment programs back-toback. The last one was Stonehenge, a long term facility that challenged every part of my life, my thinking and how I saw myself. One day it was shown to me there in a therapy session that I never ever really felt like I belonged. I idolized my Dad, but was emotionally abandonded by him for his new wife. She didn't like me and made me feel unwelcome in my own home, and that feeling pretty much stuck with me for 30 or so years. All my life I had tried to be my Dad. I learned how to build things from him, learned how to act and how to give up. By seeing this, realizing and accepting it, I found a new freedom.
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I could make different mistakes than those that I was taught as a kid, and that it was okay to try to be something different. It was okay to make new mistakes. When I got out of rehab, I got a legit job as a telemarketer, and went to Narcotics Anonymous meetings for a few years to learn a new way of life. I got promoted at work first as a supervisor, then as a manager and finally as Acting Director of Operations. I left because I felt ripped off by the owner over a year end bonus deal we shook on but he was renegging. When we got the distribution in 2000, I used the money to start an IT company that went broke 3 times in the first year. I didn't give up, and it took off, and I made a lot of money. I had 5 days off from the day I started it until the day I sold it. When I sold it, again I got ripped off. Now I know that giving up doesn't pay off nearly as well as much as sticking with something. I took a welding job to make ends meet. I've always been good at welding, I just never knew how good until the certifications and promotions starting rolling in. I got a dog that someone was going to put down, trained her, loved her and cared for her. I met a beautiful little gal that has since become my wife. We moved to Saskatchewan from Ontario for work during the recession and have 2 beautiful babies, a home and a pretty good life together. I try to be good. I'm not always successful at it, but in the long run it works out. I work for legit organizations now, and I'm just as good at my job as I was at the best of times in my criminal role. The worst of times of my present life have been by far better than the worst of times in my past. I've always valued respect. I show respect to others and demand respect in return. That worked out for me in a big way when I was in the criminal lifestyle. It's also worked out for me now that I'm working on being just a man. I had to invent ways to do this like a normal guy because I had no template other than my dad, and my criminal brothers, and they made some horrible choices. I had to make new choices, make new mistakes and try to be something I had never tried to do before... I had to try to be a better man. Not perfect... far from it.... but better. Now I belong. I'm a member of the McLeod Lake Indian Band. I have a voice. All my life I was taught to shut up, and now I refuse to. I see how this Chief and Council have handled their mandate, and they have my respect. I see improvements. I also see where things can be improved and I voice my opinion, albeit respectfully. I know they are busy people, and I can see that they are building something that they have a vision for, just like me and my wife are doing here. I see the opposition they get when they make changes. People are scared of change even if they don't like how things are done. Some might even go so far as to say unravel the whole works. When things are done the same way they've always been done, there is no room for change. If we change the actions, we get different results. As a Band, We are somewhere we've never been before. Finances are either paid off or in the process of being paid off. Things can happen where they couldn't while under the pressure of a financial burden. What those things are is up to us if we embrace the idea of change. For example, I've been complaining (respectfully) about the communications protocols within the Band. I now see changes happening. We now have a website where information can be sent out and people can contact management and administration. Presentations can be broadcast to the membership. The effect of this is that we can better see where we stand and feel like we are a part of what's going on within the Band. Not all change is 100% good for everbody. Mistakes will be made, lessons learned. People will feel left out or unheard. Don't give up though. If you see something wrong or questionable, say it. Say it with respect and people will listen. They may not agree with you, but they will listen. If you see a problem that can be solved, say it. Once the communications issues are in the past you can bet that I'll be looking for something else to complain about, and when I find something I feel is important, I will say it, and so should you. So what's all this have to do with raising moose? Nothing really. I had this bright idea one day that if moose are getting scarce we could farm them, like they do elk and bison here. When I thought it through, I realized it probably wouldn't work unless we could convince a libidinous old moose to mate with a cow just because moose aren't herd animals. The result of the hybrid would be either a short-legged fat moose or a tall pissed off cow. Either way, thanks for reading this. Mussi Cho Keith Mastin
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2013 AGA Report Danachea, The Public Works and Housing Department consists of; George McDonald – Public Works Manager Boris Boyko – Housing Manager Jolene Solonas – PW & Housing Assistant Paul McNabb/Tylee – PW & Housing Maintenance Gracie Solonas – Janitor Charlene Inyallie – Janitor Keith Cooper – Maintenance (as needed) Seraphine Solonas – Casual (as needed) George manages the public buildings, roads, water, septics, street lights and the Housing Department when needed, just to name a few. George has also purchased a loader and a sand/plow truck that prove to be necessary and very well utilized. Nine septic systems have been replaced last summer and three more will be replaced this year. We are currently funded through AANDC for our water system and a new requirement is that our water system needs to be chlorinated if we want funding for future projects. It is our choice of whether or not we wish to do this. If we choose not to chlorinate, we will lose our funding through AANDC for further projects and we will then have to fund our water system ourselves. We have had some damage to water lines due to the cold season but this has been repaired. All of MLIB’s requirements have been met, it is now up to BC Hydro to install streetlights on the Carp Lake road before the reserve where it has been lacking. Additional projects that are underway are; New fire hall – We now are in cooperation with AANDC and the McLeod Lake Community. We have eighteen community members signed up for voluntary firefighters and administration duties which is a great number for such a small community.
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The public works building and fuel bar would be alongside the Fire Hall. Also in the works is a boat launch, and delivery of natural gas to the reserve. Boris oversees the everyday repairs and maintenance of the rental units and the administration of the Housing Department. Boris will fill in and manage the Public Works as well when George is called away. Boris has his small water, small waste water system and Distribution 1 certificates and is now qualified to maintain the water systems and Paul has done the training and will soon be the backup. Paul takes care of the majority of the housing repairs and maintenance as well as the public buildings. During the winter months Paul will also keep the roads cleared of snow. This will keep him very busy and prove that we need Keith as a helping hand. Repairs and maintenance with the on reserve housing is endless and the criteria are health and safety first, housing endurance as second and last would be cosmetics. We have one unit on IR 1 and one unit on IR 5 that are in need of major repairs before they can be rented out. I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that applications for on reserve housing need to be renewed April of each year!!! We now have an Off Reserve Funding Program for band members that own their own home. The funds are limited, therefore we have accepted the first six applications and unfortunately that is all we are able to accept at this time.
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McLeod LakeIndian Band SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:
Mt. Milligan will be having tours through out the summer of the work site. It is an experience worth having.
Provided S100 and Occupational First Aid Level 1 in community.
Beginning the planning phase for the annual Career Fair which will be held on October 2, 2013 in Mackenzie at the highschool watch for upcoming information
Attended the following: Aboriginal Steering Plan, AGA Planning, Stay in School Celebration, Aboriginal Day Celebration, ARMS training for PGNAETA
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Employment & Training Restructuring Over the past few months we have started to restructure our department to ensure for a speedier and more efficient process for members when applying for funding. We will be putting the forms required on the internet for easier access. We will also be putting any opportunities for training on the website as well as the face book page. When submitting applications for training, please allow enough time for processing. We advise you submit at least 2 weeks in advance.
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Employment Support Training Support
Monday, Tuesday and Friday at MLIB main office.
Referral Support
8:30 am to 4:00 pm Thursday at Mackenzie Employment Services Center located next to CNC Phone: 250-997-7208 Toll Free: 877-997-4333 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Trip to Mt Milligan with the Elder’s and Youth from Mackenzie Highschool
Wednesdays at the Mt. Milligan worksite or office in Mackenzie 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Phone: to be announced
McLeod Lake Indian Band Phone: 250-750-4415 Ext 836 Fax: 250-750-4420
All messages can be left at the phone number and email listed for McLeod Lake Indian Band
Email: mwilliams@mlib.ca
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opportunities to the band office and ask for recommendations or referrals for placement. If you would like to be included in this inventory, please contact us to discuss this. If we
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KERRY LAKE BC MAY 30, 2010 It has been 44 years and I was fortunate enough to make a day trip and canoe across to the island where I was born and spent my early childhood. I am grateful that the only access s-ll is by boat or walking through dense woods. My Grandfather James would have been proud of me for paddling across and against the wind in both direc-ons for a total of eight Kms. I felt preDy good and didn’t feel the effects un-l the next day. It was an adventure that will be forever etched in my memory. One of my best friends and co-‐worker Joe Chevalier was gracious enough to take a day off from his busy schedule to take me “home”. My Mé-s friend commented as we were driving through the Pine Pass “that it would be wonderful to see a black bear”. This is when our adventure began. In the course of one hour we saw 3 black bears, 1 grizzly bear, 7 elk and 3 moose. I took pictures of the grizzly bear and being only six feet away I could hear him chewing on a feast of wild rhubarb. He was so intent on ea-ng he kept his head down. I wanted a picture of his face so called out “Sas” and he liped his head and looked at me so I was able to capture that moment. My dog Bear was very s-ll and quiet in the truck, I wondered if he was showing respect for the most majes-c of bears or maybe he sensed my s-llness and calmness as I approached trying to get a good picture. There was no jealousy unlike other -mes, whenever I talk to an animal or bird and men-on how cute they are this is his cue to inves-gate who is cuter than him. Stepping foot on the land where my life began was the most calming and peaceful feeling. I took a trip down memory lane and recalled my -me spent there with my Great, Great Grandparents Atsoo Monique and Atsa Doogan, Great Grandfather Mac Toodick and especially my Grandparents Minnie and James Isadore. I was overwhelmed thinking about living the old way and my teachings of respec-ng the land, water and animals the Creator provided for our survival. Respec-ng our Elder’s and gaining knowledge through their teachings was a gip in itself. I recalled being afraid of my Elder‘s because I was taught to approach quietly and speak soply so as not to startle them as they might have a heart aDack or choke if they were ea-ng. I no longer fear Elders, now I respect their stories and wisdom even more, my only fear now is that I don’t see the youth of today rejoicing with being blessed that they have living Grandparents. The roles have switched as the youth of today have this sense of en-tlement that they should be catered to, they only have -me for themselves and their own agendas. I appreciated the short -me I got to spend with my grandparents and treasure their way of life as opposed to the rat race of today where money and power are the driving force for most people. I remembered seeing my Grandmother Minnie tanning a moose hide assisted by my Mama Zepheria (Sophie), Aunt Elsie and my sister Corinna who was allowed to help, I felt lep out. I was standing on the dock an-cipa-ng my Grandfather James arrival from a day of hun-ng or fishing. I recalled a day when my sister Corinna and I spent the day fishing and were filled with an-cipa-on to share our fish with Grandfather James, both of us were disappointed that he threw our live fish back into the water saying “we don’t eat white fish because it has too many bones”. Would Grandpa James have reconsidered if he knew how that ac-on broke our hearts? It’s a good thing we kept them alive so they could swim another day.
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I was walking with my Grandfather James and listening to him singing songs of gra-tude to the Creator and Mother Earth. I will con-nue to sing Grandfather James songs to give thanks and also respect his memory. I’m in the cabin and can hear the sound of the kerosene lamp and see the dim light flickering in the background. I am awakened by the sound of chickadees singing and then my Grandfather James and I are siVng outside drinking coffee and taking in the magnificent surroundings we called home. I could hear the loon singing as it swam in front of our cabins, giving thanks for being nursed back to health by my Grandparents. So many beau-ful memories made me yearn for yesterday and what my life was like, contented, free and living off the land. I understood and spoke my language as a child but over -me I lost that gip. Effects of residen-al school was maybe the reason my Mama Zepheria didn’t want to have her children con-nue speaking her language for fear we would endure the hardships she went through. My grandparents would not have allowed this to happen. This fantas-c lifestyle was interrupted in the passing of my Grandfather James Isadore. The uncondi-onal love and teachings he shared with me have guided and given me strength. I wonder what my Grandparents would think of the way the world has evolved. I was fortunate to live the old way and then integrate into the modern world. I stay connected to my teachings by respec-ng and remembering where I came from. I shared this special day with my dog Bear and he was as excited to explore the homeland as I, he immediately ran to the cabin I lived in and stood amidst the fallen walls. It was sad to see the cabins ravaged by -me but picked up a few keepsakes. I gave these precious items to my Mama Zepheria for her birthday and the look on her face when she realized where they came from was priceless. Bear and I bonded on another level in the most special place in the world to me. I picked rocks from the shore to add to my collec-on before we lep. Being on the water again brought back more sounds and feelings s-ll locked safely in my memories. An eagle bathing and following us along the shoreline was my send off. My travel home was filled with peace, balance and harmony. I have a renewed strength and hope an-cipa-ng where my spiritual journey will take me next! Every day I give thanks to the Creator for another beau-ful day I can have with family and friends. The land and water need to be protected and should be kept in pris-ne condi-on so the future genera-ons can enjoy the specials gips the Creator has blessed us all with.
Love and Respect yourself so you can love and respect others. Speak and live your Truth with integrity. Bravery and Humility will guide you when you lose your way. Honesty will some-mes hurt you, but will also set you free. Wisdom is sharing knowledge. With love and respect,
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Danache’a Family and Friends Coming to work in Chetwynd at the Land Referral Office for McLeod Lake Indian Band has been the most challenging and a most sa-sfying leap of faith in my life. The truly amazing team that is put together for this office include Eran Spence, our Senior Land Referral Officer; Clayton Davis, our temporary Land Clerk; myself as manager; Ryan Bichon, Supervising Manager. There are many people at the MLIB Office who are integral to the smooth and efficient opera-on of Land Referral Office’s day to day ac-vi-es including Michael Shaker our ever vigilant Finance Controller, Adele Chingee our amazing and hardworking Band Manager, Valerie O’Connal our Human Resources guru, and the talented and beau-ful Recep-onist Tiffany Chingee. A big part of Land Referral Office is Chief and Council, and they have been -reless in their efforts to ensure all the ques-ons that need to be asked are asked, and all the MLIB community concerns regarding resource development in our territory are addressed with industry and government. MLIB’s Land Referral Office (LRO) was established in Chetwynd in 2002 for the purpose of meaningful consulta-on between MLIB and industry opera-ng within MLIB Tradi-onal Territory. Gas wells and pipeline development, logging, mines, large dams and other industrial infrastructure are having major cumula-ve impacts on our natural areas and wildlife habitat in this resource development boom within our Tradi-onal Territory. It is disturbing the growing patchwork of clear cuts, oil wells, fracking opera-ons, and the thousands of kilometers of seismic lines, roads and oil and natural gas pipelines that show up on satellite images as downloaded by Scien-sts with Global Forest Watch Canada. Further expansion and intensifica-on of the industrial footprint will con-nue to threaten our Caribou and Grizzly popula-ons, not to men-on wetlands and ecosystems. One of our many concerns is the proposed third major hydroelectric project, BC Hydro’s Site C on the Peace River near Fort St. John. This dam, should it be built, would flood 3,173 ha of prime farmlands and wildlife habitat which includes the endangered species woodland caribou. Three of 10 caribou herd ranges have been cut in size by over 50 percent, and the increased industrial ac-vi-es con-nue to deplete the cri-cal low-‐eleva-on summer habitats for the caribou. It is the common agreement in the Peace Region that we must not proceed with the Site C hydro project. There has to be an increased recovery effort by the Government for the threatened species and they have to expand the exis-ng network of protected areas to ensure that exis-ng and further industrial ac-vi-es are managed through conscien-ous land use planning that mi-gates these cumula-ve industrial impacts. There are a number of project proposals in our territory and they include wind energy projects by Aeolis Wind Company, EDF EN Energy, PaDern Energy and Zero Emissions Development. There are mining project applica-ons from, to name a few, HD Mining, Canadian Dehua Interna-onal Mining Group, Walter Energy, Glencore, Colonial Coal, Teck Resources and Anglo American. Pipeline development projects in our Tradi-onal Territory include the corridors proposed by Spectra and TransCanada. Spectra are proposing to build a natural gas transporta-on infrastructure system from northeast Bri-sh Columbia to the Prince Rupert area of the province to support the export of liquefied natural gas (“LNG”). TransCanada are proposing to construct and operate a sweet natural gas pipeline from a point near Hudson’s Hope BC, to the proposed Pacific NorthWest LNG export facility near Prince Rupert. Pacific Northern Gas (PNG) is proposing to construct and operate a new natural gas pipeline adjacent to its exis-ng mainline gas transmission pipeline between Summit Lake and Ki-mat. Pacific Trails Pipeline is proposing to build for Apache a bidirec-onal natural gas pipeline from Summit Lake to Ki-mat as well. There are several working groups between industry proponents, the Province’s Environment Assessment Office, Peace Region communi-es and First Na-ons. Our office works with two other First Na-ons groups on the major territorial environment impact review, a commiDee set up to review the project Environment Assessment applica-on informa-on requirements. There are many referrals for these project’s no-ces of work, archeology assessments, applica-ons for permits and many more. There are also mee-ngs with the proponents to discuss the projects, the impacts and the benefits they feel the projects have for our members. There are then opportuni-es for these industries to present their projects to our members for discussion on any concerns our community might have. These ac-vi-es of course, require funding and this funding is generally nego-ated in Memorandums of Understanding with industry to fully support our office to review and comment on the technical informa-on rela-ng to their proposals. 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One of my proudest moments here at the Land Referral office was aVending the graduaDon of 17 McLeod Lake Indian Band members from an Environmental Technician cerDficate course April and July; every one of the students completed their cerDficaDon with an average of 90%. It was my belief that this would be an opportunity for moDvated individuals from our band to take a course that would provide full Dme employment in their future. I understood that not all of our members wanted to work in the mines, nor on the pipelines; some didn’t want to live in camps or spend long periods of Dme away from home. The course was five weeks, and held first in Chetwynd in April, then in July in Prince George. Our graduates are now trained pracDDoners in an industry that has high demand for people with environmental monitoring skills and with abiliDes to assist biologists, engineers, hydrologists and site restoraDon companies. As they conDnue to look for full Dme employment, they have the opportunity to hone their skills with Land Referral Office employed as Seasonal TradiDonal Land Use Monitors. I am grateful to be part of the effort here at MLIB Land Referral Office as we aim to provide all the necessary informaDon to help our community, with Chief and Council, to make informed and important decisions regarding the use of our tradiDonal lands. Our goal is to fight for the sustainability of our land and the legal rights to habitat rehabilitaDon where necessary. There is no economy or profit worth more than the water we drink out of our taps today, or the fish we harvest today to feed our grandchildren tomorrow. There is no industry or government smarter than our Elders who know what will happen to us tomorrow when the money is spent today. It’s sDll my hope that the footprints we leave behind are ones our children will be proud to walk in. In closing, I would like to add words wriVen by a Tlingit First NaDons named CliYon that make a clear impression for me that we as a naDon will do the right thing when it comes to stewardship and responsibility: Untangled Spirits When racing the future we can only give chase Our acDons today only hint at the pace Yesterday’s plans when whispered today Without proper guidance get carried away I looked to the Elders in hope they would lead, In speaking their peace, they planted a seed They showed a direcDon and leY me alone The next step from there was to walk on my own We lent unto them at the Dme of their birth An innocent expression on the face of the earth I hope that we gain from the land that we borrow An untangled spirit in the eyes of tomorrow Mussi Cho, Deborah Prince Manager, MLIB Land Referral Office.
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Matt Shaw Counsellor Although I have met most McLeod Lake Indian Band members who live at McLeod Lake, there are s-ll many Band members I don’t know. Therefore, please let me take this opportunity to introduce myself in this publica-on and share some of my thoughts and impressions. My name is MaD Shaw, and by the -me the 2013 AGA is held, I will have worked with the McLeod Lake Indian Band for close to three months. I came to work for MLIB because for many years I have been fascinated with Aboriginal history and culture and have dreamed about helping Aboriginal people in their own community. My opportunity came a couple of months ago, when Meaghan Van Somer hired me as a counsellor for those living on the McLeod Lake Reserve. Prior to working with MLIB, I worked for twenty years as a counsellor, program coordinator, and adult educa-on teacher for the School District in Prince George. In this capacity, I have worked with thousands of Aboriginal people in the Prince George area and have found this work to be extremely rewarding. From my current office in the McLeod Lake Band Office building, I offer counseling of all kinds: personal counseling (including rela-onship, post-‐trauma, and family counseling), clinical counseling (involving mental health and medical issues), and drug and alcohol counseling. My personal history is quite varied. I have been a sawmill laborer, a financial consultant, and an author. I have university degrees from France, Canada, and the USA. In my spare -me, I enjoy sports: squash, tennis, soccer, biking, motorcycling, canoeing, hiking, etc. I also enjoy reading and traveling. I have been married for thirty years and have a fourteen-‐year-‐old son. My wife Joanne is principal of College Heights Elementary in Prince George. We love life in the North and will never leave.
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From my perspec-ve, the McLeod Lake Reserve is an impressive community in many ways. The people here have been extremely warm and welcoming, and I have very much enjoyed working with them. The MLIB leadership seems to be very progressive and clearly has the interests of MLIB members at heart. As a rela-vely new employee, and having seen how various other bands around the province are run, I’m extremely impressed at how the McLeod Lake community is being managed. There seems to be many opportuni-es available to members. Furthermore, the community is siVng squarely on some of the most beau-ful country in Bri-sh Columbia. Have said all the above, the McLeod Lake Reserve obviously faces many challenges, one of the most serious being that some members suffer from chronic alcohol and drug dependency. One of my most pressing goals is to be able to help members who are ready to break their cycle of addic-on and to move toward a healthier and happier life. One of the best poten-al ways to achieve this would be for them to enter the long-‐term, extensive treatment program at Baldy Hughes near Prince George. The Baldy Hughes program requires pa-ents to commit to one year of residency involving therapy, work, educa-on, and a posi-ve community of peers, all in a very peaceful rural seVng. For those who are willing to commit to turning their lives around, the results have proven very good. I would be happy to talk to anyone who may be interested about the Baldy Hughes program. Today, as I write, an MLIB is entering the program. I wish him all the best and hope that in -me others will follow his example Overall, I love working on the McLeod Lake Reserve. I enjoy the Tse’Khene people, the community, and the seVng. I look forward to offering many years of service to members. To those who feel they may benefit from my help: I appreciate your trust, and I believe we can move down a posi-ve path together that will help you move toward an ever more successful and fulfilling life. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of your community. Mussi Cho, MaD Shaw, B.Ed, M.A. Counsellor
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