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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012 Northern Ontario’s First Nation Voice since 1974

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ᑕᐣᑐᕑ ᐯ ᑲᑕᔑ ᐃᐡᑯᓄᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᒪᒥᑯᐣᑕᐊᐧᐊᐧᐣ Joint inquest ᑲᑭᐊᐧᓂᐦᐃᐣᑕᐧ ᐊᓂᔑᓇᐯ ᐊᐢᑭ ᐅᐡᑲᑎᓴᐠ to begin in spring 2013

ᓫᐁᓂ ᑲᕑᐱᐣᑐᕑ ᐊᐧᐊᐧᑌ ᐊᒋᒧᐃᐧᓇᐣ

ᓇᓯᐱᐠ ᒪᑭᐣᑕᔭᕑ ᓯᐱᐠ ᑭᓂᐱᑌᑲᐸᐃᐧᐊᐧᐠ, ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓄ ᐊᓄᑭᐠ ᒥᓇ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᑲᐅᐣᒋᑎᐯᐣᑕᑯᓯᐊᐧᐨ ᑌᓂᐢ ᑲᕑᐊᒧᕑᑎ ᐦᐊᔾ ᐢᑯᓫ (DFC) ᐁᑭᐊᔭᒥᒋᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᒥᓇ ᑭᐸᑭᑎᓂᑲᑫᐊᐧᐠ ᓇᓭᒪᐣ ᐁᑭᒪᒥᑲᐁᐧᓂᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᓂᐦᓴᐧᓱ ᐅᐡᑲᑎᓴᐠ ᑲᑭᑕᔑ ᐃᐡᑲᐧᐱᒪᑎᓯᐊᐧᐸᐣ ᑕᐣᑐᕑ ᐯ ᐅᑌᓇᐠ. ᐊᐱ ᐁᔭᓂᑭᔑᑐᐊᐧᐨ ᓂᐢᑕᑦ ᑲᐱᒥᑯᓇᑲᓂᐠ ᒥᓇᐊᐧ ᐁᐅᐡᑭ ᒪᒋᐃᐡᑯᓄᐊᐧᐨ, ᑭᐱᒧᓭᐃᐧᓂᑫᐊᐧᐠ ᒥᐦᐅᐁᐧ ᐊᔕ ᓂᐦᓱᓂᐱᐣ ᐁᐃᔑᒋᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᑕᓱᓂᐱᐣ ᑲᐱᒧᓭᐃᐧᓂᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᐁᐅᐣᒋᒥᑯᐣᑕᐊᐧᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑭᐱᐊᐧᓂᐦᐊᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᔭᓂᐳᓇᑭᓱᓂᐨ ᐊᑲᐢᐟ ᐱᓯᒧᐣ. ᐊᐱ ᑲᑭᐃᐡᑲᐧ ᒪᐊᐧᐣᑐᐡᑲᐊᐧᐨ ᐦᐊᔾ ᐢᑯᓫ ᒣᑕᐁᐧᐃᐧᑲᒥᑯᐠ, ᒥᐦᐃᒪ ᑲᑭᐅᐣᒋᒪᒋᐦᐊᑐᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᒥᓇ ᐅᑕᓄᑭᐠ ᐁᑭᐃᓇᐦᐊᑐᐊᐧᐨ ᒪᑭᐣᑕᔭᕑ ᓯᐱᐠ ᐃᒪ ᐊᑎᐟ ᑲᑭᐅᐣᒋ ᒥᑲᐃᐧᐣᑕᐧᐸᐣ ᐅᐡᑲᑎᓴᐠ ᑲᑭᐊᐧᓂᐦᐃᑕᐧᐸᐣ. ᐊᐱ ᑲᑭᐃᐡᑲᐧ ᐊᔭᒥᒋᑲᓄᐊᐧᐠ, ᒪᑌᐦᐃᑫᐃᐧ ᓂᑲᒧᐣ ᒥᓇ ᑯᑕᐠ ᓂᑲᒧᐣ ᑭᓂᑲᒧᒋᑲᑌ “Amazing Grace,” ᑭᓂᑌᑲᐸᐃᐧᐊᐧᐠ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᐁᑭᐸᑭᑎᓇᐊᐧᐨ ᓇᓭᒪᐣ ᒥᓇ ᐊᐧᐱᑲᐧᓂᐣ ᐅᑭᐃᔑᐁᐧᐱᓇᓇᐊᐧ ᓯᐱᐠ ᐁᑲᓄᑫᐣᑕᐊᐧᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑭᐃᐡᑲᐧᐱᒪᑎᓯᐊᐧᐨ. ᐊᐧᐁᐧ ᐃᐡᑯᓄᑭᒪ ᒐᐧᓂᑕᐣ ᑲᑭᑲᒥᐠ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᑲᐃᐧᐣ ᐃᑯ ᐁᑕ ᐁᐅᐣᒋ ᑲᓄᑫᐣᑕᐃᐧᐣᑕᐧ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᑲᑭᐱᐊᐧᓂᐦᐃᐣᑕᐧ, ᐁᐃᐧᐅᐣᒋ ᑲᓄᑫᒥᐣᑕᐧ ᑲᔦ ᑲᐱᐅᐡᑭᐃᐡᑯᓄᐊᐧᐨ ᒥᓇ ᐱᑯ ᑲᐱᑭᐁᐧᐡᑲᐊᐧᐨ ᒋᑲᑫᐧ ᐊᔭᐣᑲᐧᒥᓯᐊᐧᐨ. “ᐁᐃᐧᐅᐣᒋ ᑲᓄᑫᒪᔭᑭᑕᐧ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᑲᑭᐱᔑ ᐊᓂᒥᓭᔭᐠ ᒥᓇ ᒋᐅᒋ ᑲᑫᐧ ᑲᓇᐁᐧᓂᒥᑎᔭᐠ,” ᑭᐃᑭᑐ. “ᑲᐃᐧᐣ ᑲᑭᐊᐧᓂᑫᐣᑕᐊᐧᒥᓇᐠ ᐅᑯᐁᐧᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᑲᑭᐱ ᐃᐡᑲᐧᐱᒪᑎᓯᐊᐧᐨ ᐊᓂᐡ ᑭᑭᐱ ᐃᐧᒋᐱᒪᑎᓯᒥᓇᓂᐠ ᐁᑲᐧ ᑕᐡ ᒋᐅᒋ ᑲᑫᐧ ᑭᑫᓂᓯᑕᐁᐧᐣᑕᒪᐠ ᑫᑯᓀᐣ ᑲᑭᐱᐅᐣᒋ ᐊᐧᓂᐦᐊᐣᑭᑕᐧ.” ᒥᑕᐡ ᐅᐁᐧ ᒥᓇᐊᐧ ᑲᑭᓇᐱᐃᐧᐣᑕᒪᑲᓄᐊᐧᐠ ᐃᐧᐣᑕᒪᑫᐃᐧᐣ ᑲᑭᐃᔑ ᐅᑯᒪᐊᐧᒋᐦᐃᑎᐊᐧᐨ, ᐁᑲᐧ ᒥᓇ ᐊᔑᐨ ᐅᐡᑭ ᑎᐸᒋᒧᐃᐧᓇᐣ ᑭᐸᑭᑎᓂᑲᑌᐊᐧᐣ ᐊᓂᐣ ᑲᑭᐃᔑ ᐅᓇᒋᑲᓄᐊᐧᐠ ᐊᐊᐧᔑᒣ ᑫᐃᔑ ᐊᔭᑲᒥᓂᑲᓄᐊᐧᐠ ᒋᐸᔭᑕᑭᓭᓂᐠ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓄᐃᐧᓂᐊᐧ. ᑭᐁᐧᑎᓄᐠ ᐊᓂᔑᓇᐯ ᑭᑭᓄᐦᐊᒪᑫᐃᐧᐣ ᑲᐱᒧᑐᐊᐧᐨ (NNEC) ᑲᐅᑭᒪᐃᐧᐨ ᓇᐧᕑᒪ ᑭᒋᐠ ᑫᐃᐧᐣ ᐅᑭᐊᔭᒥᐦᐊᐣ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐣ ᐁᑭᒥᑲᐊᐧᓱᒪᐨ

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Students from Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School reflect before tossing flowers and tobacco in the McIntyre River to honour the students who died since 2000. DFC held its 3rd annual Memorial Walk on Aug. 31. See English story on page 10. ᒋᑲᓇᐊᐧᐸᒥᑯᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑭᓇ ᑫᑯᓇᐣ ᑲᐃᔑᒋᑫᐊᐧᐨ, ᑭᔭᑦ ᑲᒥᓇᐧᔑᐠ ᒥᓇ ᐁᑲ ᑲᒥᓇᐧᔑᐠ ᑫᑯᐣ. “ᑭᑭᓄᐦᐊᒪᓱᐣ, ᑲᑫᐧᑌᐧᐣ ᑫᑯᓇᐣ, ᐊᔭᑲᐧᒥᓯᐣ, ᐁᑲᐧ ᒥᓇ ᒣᑲᐧᐨ ᑲᐱᒥᐃᐡᑯᓄᐃᐧᔭᐣ ᐅᒪ ᑕᐣᑐᕑ ᐯ ᐅᑌᓇᐠ, ᑲᐧᔭᐠ ᒪᒣᑕᐁᐧᐣ,” ᑭᐃᑭᑐ. ᐅᐣᑌᕑᐃᔪ ᑭᒋᐅᑭᒪᑲᐣ ᐢᑕᐣ ᐯᕑᑎ ᑫᐃᐧᐣ

ᐃᒪ ᑭᐱᑎᐸᒋᒧ ᐊᓂᐣ ᑲᑭᐃᔑᓇᑭᐡᑲᐠ ᒣᑲᐧᐨ 16 ᑲᑕᓱᔭᑭᐃᐧᓀᐨ ᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᓂᐢᑕᑦ ᐁᐱᑲᐯᔑᐨ ᒥᓇ ᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᐁᑭ ᑭᒋᐊᓂᒣᐣᑕᐠ, ᑐᑲᐣ ᐁᑫᐧᓇᐠ ᐁᐊᐧᐸᒪᐨ ᒥᔑᐣ ᐅᑕᐸᓇᐠ, ᑲᐃᔑᑲᑭᓇᐧᐸᓀ ᓂᐱᑌᑭᑌᑭᐣ ᐊᐧᑲᐦᐃᑲᓇᐣ ᒥᓇ ᐱᑯ ᐁᐧᒥᑎᑯᔑᐊᐧᐠ. ᐊᓇᐃᐧᐣ ᐅᑭᐃᔑ

ᐃᐧᐣᑕᒪᐊᐧᐣ ᑲᔦ ᒋᐅᒋ ᐃᓯᓭᑐᐨ ᑫᒋᓇᐨ ᐅᑭᒪᐅᐣ ᒋᐱᒥᓂᔕᐦᐊᒥᓂᐨ ᐅᑎᑭᑐᐃᐧᓇᐣ ᒥᓇ ᐅᑕᔓᑕᒪᑫᐃᐧᓇᐣ, ᔕᑯᐨ ᐃᑯ ᑫᐃᐧᓇᐊᐧ ᐃᓯᓭᓂᐸᐣ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᓇᐣᑕ ᒋᑭ ᑲᑫᐧᑐᑕᒧᐊᐧᐸᐣ. ᐃᓇᐱᐣ ᐸᑭᑭᓂᑲᓂᐠ 10

The joint inquest into the deaths of seven Nishnawbe Aski Nation high school students in Thunder Bay since 2000 is scheduled to start in the spring of 2013.

Ontario’s chief coroner, Dr. Andrew McCallum, made the announcement on Aug. 30.

McCallum also announced that the presiding coroner and coroner’s counsel have been appointed for the joint inquest.

Dr. David Eden, regional supervising coroner for operations, will be the presiding coroner and Karen Shea, assistant crown attorney for Hamilton, and Trevor Jukes, assistant crown attorney for Thunder Bay, will be the coroner’s counsel.

Seven youths died between 20002013 while attending high school in Thunder Bay. All seven were from a remote northern First Nations.

The Office of the Chief Coroner called for an inquest into the death of Reggie Bushie in January 2009 but after consultation with Nishnawbe Aski Nation, the inquest was expanded to include all seven deaths, due to their similar circumstances.

The seven students who passed away while pursuing their secondary education in Thunder Bay are: Jethro Anderson of Kasabonika Lake; Reggie Bushie of Poplar Hill; Robyn Harper of Keewaywin; Kyle Morrisseau of Keewaywin; Paul Panacheese of Mishkeegogamang; Curran Strang of Pikangikum; and Jordan Wabasse of Webequie.

Neskantaga ‘will continue to fight’ Ring of Fire Shawn Bell Wawatay News

Neskantaga Chief Peter Moonias says his community will continue to fight to slow down the Ring of Fire, just days after Ontario’s Mining Commissioner ruled against the First Nation on it’s case targeting a north-south road to the development.

Moonias also told Wawatay News that he remains committed to laying down his life to block a bridge being built over the Attawapiskat River.

“We will continue to fight, (with) whatever means we can,” Moonias said. “And I will stand by what I said before. I am not backing down on it, regardless of what Cliffs will do in

“I don’t think any community should be stepped on by any company, regardless of who they are.”

-Neskantaga Chief Peter Moonias

there. I’m not backing down a bit. My people are prepared to do that. We are serious when we say something.”

Ontario’s Mining Commissioner, Linda Kamerman, dismissed the Neskantaga court case in a decision released Aug. 24.

Neskantaga had gone to the mining court attempting to be named a landholder in a dispute over mining claims

between Cliffs Natural Resources and Canada Chrome Corporation (CCC).

While Kamerman ruled that Neskantaga should not be a party in the case, she did state that the Ontario government has a duty to consult Neskantaga before giving approval for the Ring of Fire access road to be built.

“While the tribunal sympathizes with Neskantaga’s argument that processes involving decisions concerning its traditional territory are proceeding without recognition or invocation of its constitutional right to consultation, the tribunal … is not jurisdictionally empowered to consider wider issues,” Kamerman wrote.

See Mining Court on page 3

Chief Peter Moonias says the people of Neskantaga are prepared to stand up to Cliffs as the company tries to build a road to the Ring of Fire.

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ᓀᐡᑲᐣᑕᑲ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᑭᐃᑭᑐᐊᐧᐠ ᐁᑲ ᒋᐳᓂᑐᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᑭᐸᑯᐡᑭᑫᐃᐧᓂᐊᐧ

ᑭᒋᓇᒣᑯᓯᑊ ᐅᓇᔓᐁᐧᐃᐧᑫᐧ ᑭᐅᑕᐱᓇ ᒋᓂᑲᓂᐡᑲᐠ ᐊᐱᑕᒪᑫᐃᐧᐣ ᐊᐧᓭᔭ

ᑲᑭᐸᑭᓇᐃᐧᐣᑕᐧ ᐱᐊᐧᐱᑯᑲᓂ ᐅᓇᑯᓂᑫᐃᐧᓂᐠ, ᓀᐡᑲᐣᑕᑲ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᑭᐃᑭᑐᐊᐧᐠ ᐁᑲ ᒋᐅᐣᒋ ᐳᓂᒋᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑲᑫᐧ ᓇᑲᐡᑲᐊᐧᐊᐧᐨ ᐱᐊᐧᐱᑯᑫᐃᐧ ᑲᑦᐸᓂᐣ. ᐅᐣᑌᕑᐃᔪ ᑭᒋᐱᐊᐧᐱᑯᑲᓂ ᐊᐱᑕᒪᑫᐃᐧᓂᓂ ᑲᐃᐧᐣ ᒋᐅᐣᒋ ᐅᑕᐱᓇᐣᐠ ᓀᐡᑲᐣᑕᑲ ᑲᑭᑲᑫᐧᑎᐸᑯᓇᐸᐣ ᐱᐊᐧᐱᑯᑲᓂ ᑲᑦᐸᓂᐣ ᒣᑲᐧᐨ ᐊᑲᐢᐟ ᐱᓯᑦ 24, ᔕᑯᐨ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᑎᐸᑯᓂᑫᐃᐧᑭᒪ ᐊᐧᐁᐧ ᐅᐣᑌᕑᐃᔪ ᐅᑭᒪᐅᐣ ᐁᑲᓇᐊᐧᐸᒥᑯᐨ ᓂᑲᐣ ᒋᑭᑲᑫᐧᒋᒪᐸᐣ ᓀᐡᑲᐣᑕᑲ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐣ ᐁᒪᐧᔦ ᔕᐳᓇᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᐃᐧᔕᐸᐧᒧᒋᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᒋᐃᓇᒧᐠ ᐃᒪ ᑲᐃᐧᐃᔑ ᐅᔑᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᑭᒋᐱᐊᐧᐱᑯᑲᐣ. ᐅᑭᒪᑲᐣ ᐱᑐᕑ ᒧᓂᔭᐢ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᑲᐃᐧᐣ ᐅᑲᐳᓂᑐᓯᐣ ᑲᑭᐃᑭᑐᐸᐣ ᒋᑭᐸᑯᐡᑲᐠ ᑲᐃᐧᐊᔕᐊᐧᒧᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᐅᑕᐸᓂᒥᑲᓇ ᐃᒪ ᐊᑕᐊᐧᐱᐢᑲᐟ ᓯᐱᐠ.

ᓯᓯᓫᐃᔭ ᐯᐠ ᑭᒋᓇᒣᑯᓯᐱᐠ ᑲᐅᒋᐨ ᐃᐧᐣ ᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᓂᐢᑕᑦ ᐁᐃᑫᐧᐃᐧᐨ ᑭᐅᑕᓯᓇᑲᓄ ᒋᓂᑲᓂ ᐊᐱᑕᒪᑫᐨ ᐊᐧᓭᔭ ᐊᐱᑕᒪᑫᐃᐧᓂᐠ. ᐯᐠ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᐅᑐᐣᒋ ᑭᑭᓄᐡᑲᒪᐊᐧᐣ ᑯᑕᑭᔭᐠ ᐃᑫᐧᐊᐧᐠ ᑫᐃᐧᓇᐊᐧ ᒋᔭᓂ ᐅᑕᐱᓇᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᓂᑲᓂᑕᒪᑫᐃᐧ ᐊᓄᑭᐃᐧᓇᐣ. ᐊᐧᓭᔭ ᐅᑭᒪ ᑕᐧᑦ ᑲᒥᓇᐊᐧᑕᒥᐣ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᐊᔕ ᐁᐧᐡᑲᐨ ᓇᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᒪ ᐱᒧᒋᑫᐃᐧᓂᐠ ᐅᑭᐱᐅᐣᒋ ᓇᑕᐁᐧᐣᑕᓇᐊᐧ ᐊᐊᐧᔑᒣ ᒋᔭᓂᒥᔑᓄᐊᐧᐨ ᐃᑫᐧᐊᐧᐠ ᒋᑕᓇᓄᑭᐊᐧᐨ. ᑲᒥᓇᐊᐧᑕᒥᐣ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᐊᐧᐁᐧ ᐯᐠ ᐃᒪ ᑲᑭᑕᐧᑭᐸᐣ ᑲᑭ ᑭᐸᐦᐅᐣᑕᐧᐸᐣ ᐣᑯᑕᐧᓱ ᑭᒋᓇᒣᑯᓯᑊ ᐅᓂᑲᓂᑕᒪᑫᐠ, ᓂᐦᓱᐱᓯᑦ ᑲᑭ ᑭᐸᐧᐊᑲᓄᐸᐣ ᐃᐁᐧᓂ ᐅᐣᒋ ᑲᑭ ᑭᐸᑯᐡᑲᐊᐧᐊᐧᐸᐣ ᐱᐊᐧᐱᑯᑫᐃᐧ ᑲᑦᐸᓂᐣ ᑲᑭᐱᑲᑫᐧ ᒪᑕᓄᑭᓂᐸᐣ ᑭᒋᓇᒣᑯᓯᐱ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᐅᑕᑭᒥᐊᐧᐠ, ᐅᓇᑯᑐᐣ ᐯᐠ ᐁᐸᑭᑎᓂᑎᓱᐨ ᐊᔕ ᑫᑯᐣ ᑲᐊᓄᑲᑕᐣᐠ.

Neskantaga to keep on fighting

KI councilor elected Wasaya’s first female board chair

Despite losing its Mining Court tribunal, Neskantaga First Nation says it will keep fighting to slow down the Ring of Fire.

Ontario’s Mining Commissioner ruled against Neskantaga on Aug. 24, but did affirm that the Ontario government must consult with Neskantaga before approving a Ring of Fire access road to be built.

Chief Peter Moonias said he is standing by his pledge to stop a bridge being built over the Attawapiskat River.

Cecilia Begg of KI has been elected as Wasaya’s first female board chair.

Begg said she is leading the way for other women to take on leadership roles.

Wasaya president Tom Kamenawatamin said the organization has been wanting to see more women in senior levels for some time.

Kamenawatamin said Begg’s involvement in the KI 6, when she was jailed for three months for opposing mining exploration on KI’s traditional lands, shows that Begg is committed to what she does.

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ᒪᑕᐊᐧ ᐅᑭᒪᑲᓇᐠ ᐅᑭᐱᓇᑭᐡᑲᑯᐊᐧᐣ ᐊᑲᒪᑭᐠ ᑲᑭᐱᐅᐣᒋᐊᐧᐨ ᐊᑎᐟ ᑲᓂᑲᓂᑕᒪᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᐁᐧᑎ ᐊᑲᒪᑭᐠ ᒋᓫᐃ ᑲᐃᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᑭᐱᐅᐣᑐᓭᐊᐧᐠ ᑭᐱᑕᑯᔑᓄᐠ ᑕᐣᑐᕑ ᐯ ᐁᑭᐱᓇᑭᐡᑲᐊᐧᐊᐧᐨ ᒪᑕᐊᐧ ᐅᑭᒪᑲᓇᐠ. ᑭᔭᓂᒧᑕᒪᑐᐊᐧᐠ ᓇᐱᐨ ᐁᑭᒋᓀᐣᑕᑲᐧᐠ ᒋᑭᐃᐧᑕᓄᑭᒥᑐᐊᐧᐸᐣ ᑯᑕᑭᔭᐠ ᐸᐸᑲᐣ ᑲᐅᐣᑕᑲᓀᓯᐊᐧᐨ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᐃᐁᐧᓂ ᑲᐱᒥᔭᓄᑲᑕᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᑭᒋᐊᓄᑭᐃᐧ ᑫᑯᓇᐣ ᐃᒪ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐃᐧ ᐊᐦᑭᑲᐠ. ᓂᐱᐣᐊᒥᐠ ᐅᑭᒪᑲᐣ ᒐᐧᓂ ᔦᓫᐅᐦᐁᐟ ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᐃᒪ ᑲᑭᐊᔭᐨ ᒪᐊᐧᒋᐦᐃᑐᐃᐧᓂᐠ ᒥᐱᑯ ᑫᑲᐟ ᐯᔑᑲᐧᐣ ᑲᐃᓀᐣᑕᑲᐧᐠ ᑐᑲᐣ ᐁᐧᑎ ᑲᑭᐃᔕᐸᐣ ᐊᑲᒪᑭᐠ ᓂᔪ ᓯᓫᐊᐣᐟ ᒪᐧᕑᐃ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᑲᐃᔑᑕᐊᐧᐨ. ᑭᐃᑭᑐ ᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᑌᑎᐸᑲᒥᐠ ᑲᑲᐯᔑᐊᐧᐨ ᐃᐧᓇᐊᐧ ᐅᑐᐣᒋᑲᓇᐁᐧᐣᑕᓇᐊᐧ ᑭᑕᑭᒥᓇᐣ.

Matawa Chiefs meet with Chileans A group of indigenous leaders from Chile were in Thunder Bay to meet with Matawa chiefs.

The delegation talked about the importance of working with other indigenous populations when it comes to dealing with industry on traditional lands.

Nibinamik Chief Johnny Yellowhead said the meeting was similar in tone to a visit he made to New Zealand’s Maori people.

Yellowhead said indigenous peoples around the world are protectors of Mother Earth.

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Neskantaga (top left) had a court decision ruled against them. Cecilia Begg (top right) was elected chair of Wasaya’s board. NAN held its annual food symposium (mid left). And Ontario Rangers from northern First Nations won 17 medals at a provincial championship.

ᒥᒋᑦ ᑭᐊᔑᑎᓂᑲᑌ ᒋᔭᓂᒧᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᐊᓂᐣ ᑫᑭᑐᒋᑲᑌᑭᐸᐣ ᒋᐅᒋ ᐃᔑᐃᐧᒋᑲᑌᑭᐣ ᑲᒥᓇᐧᔑᑭᐣ ᒥᒋᒪᐣ ᓄᐱᒪᑲᒥᐠ ᑲᐊᔭᑭᐣ ᐃᐡᑯᓂᑲᓇᐣ ᒥᐦᐅᐁᐧ ᑲᑭᔭᓂᒧᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᐊᔕ ᓂᐦᓴᐧ ᑲᒪᐊᐧᒋᐦᐃᑎᓇᓄᐊᐧᐠ ᑕᓱᔭᑭ ᑲᐃᔑᒋᑲᓄᐊᐧᐠ ᐊᓂᔑᓇᐯ ᐊᐢᑭ ᒥᒋᒥ ᒪᐊᐧᒋᐦᐃᑐᐃᐧᐣ. ᐅᑭᔭᓂᒧᑕᓇᐊᐧ ᓇᓇᑲᐤ ᑲᑐᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᑭᑎᑫᐃᐧᐣ, ᒪᐃᐧᓱᐃᐧᐣ ᑲᑕᓱᑐᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᒥᓇ ᑯᑕᑭᔭᐣ ᐸᐸᑲᐣ ᒥᒋᒪᐣ ᐅᐣᒋ. ᐃᐡᑯᓂᑲᓇᐣ ᑌᑎᐸᐦᐃ ᑭᐁᐧᑎᓄᐠ ᐅᐣᑌᕑᐃᔪ ᑲᐅᐣᒋᐊᐧᐨ ᑭᐃᔕᐊᐧᐠ ᐅᒪ ᒪᐊᐧᒋᐦᐃᑐᐃᐧᓂᐠ, ᐁᑲᐧ ᑭᐊᔓᑕᒪᑫᐊᐧᐠ ᒋᑲᑫᐧ ᑭᐁᐧᐃᐧᑐᐊᐧᐨ ᒥᓂᑯᐠ ᑫᑯᓇᐣ ᑲᑭᐃᔑ ᓇᓄᐣᑕᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑭᐱᐅᐣᑐᓭᐊᐧᐨ ᑭᐁᐧᑎᓄᐠ.

Food on agenda Ways of getting sustainable food systems in communities were discussed at the 3rd annual NAN food symposium.

The symposium talked about gardening techniques, harvesting issues and other food-related issues.

Members of First Nations from across northern Ontario attended, and promised to bring much of the information back to fledgling initiatives in communities across the north.

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ᐱᑲᐧᑕᑭᐃᐧ ᑭᑭᓄᐦᐊᒪᐊᐧᑲᓇᐠ ᐅᑲᑫᐧᑕᑲᐧᐦᐁᐧᐠ ᑭᒥᓇᐊᐧᐠ ᑭᑭᓇᐊᐧᒋᐦᐅᐣ ᓴᐃᒪᐣ ᔑᐁᐧᐱᐠ ᐁᐧᐱᑫᐧᐠ ᑲᐅᐣᒋᐨ ᐁᑲᐧ ᒥᓇ ᒪᑎᔪ ᑲᓫ ᐱᐊᐧᓇᐠ ᑲᐅᐣᒋᐨ ᒥᐅᑯ ᓂᔑᐣ ᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᓇᑲᒋᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᓀᑎᔭᐣ ᕑᐁᐣᒍᕑ ᐅᑲᑫᐧᑕᑲᐧᐦᐁᐠ ᑲᑭᐸᑭᓇᑫᐊᐧᐸᐣ. ᔑᐁᐧᐱᐠ ᐃᐧᐣ ᐃᒪ ᑭᐃᔑᐸᑭᓇᑫ ᑲᑭᑲᑫᐧᑕᑲᐧᐦᐃᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᐁᑲᐧ ᒥᓇ ᑲᓫ ᐃᐧᐣ ᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᐁᑫᐧᓇᐠ ᒥᔑᓇᐧ ᑲᑭᒥᑲᐧᐦᐃᑫᐨ. ᐁᑲᐧ ᒪᒪᐤ, ᐅᑯᐁᐧᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᕑᐁᐣᒍᕑᐢ ᑲᐃᓂᑕᐧ ᑌᑎᐸᐦᐃ ᑭᐁᐧᑎᓄᐠ ᐅᐣᑌᕑᐃᔪ ᐊᔕ 17 ᑭᑭᓇᐊᐧᒋᐦᐅᓇᐣ ᑭᐱᐸᐸᑭᓇᑫᐊᐧᐠ ᑲᐃᔑ ᒪᒪᐃᐧ ᑲᑫᐧᒋᐦᐃᑎᐊᐧᐨ.

Ranger shooters win Ontario awards Simon Shewaybick of Webequie and Matthew Gull of Peawanuck were two of the top Canadian Ranger shooters at the Ontario Rifle Association provincial championship.

Shewaybick won the individual bolt-action rifle category and Gull won the trophy for the highest scoring shooter competing in the championships for the first time.

Overall, Rangers from northern Ontario won 17 medals at the competition.

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Matawa chiefs greet Chilean visitors Rick Garrick Wawatay News

A group of indigenous people and government representatives from Chile recently discussed sustainable mining issues with seven Matawa First Nations chiefs.

“It is amazing how much our First Nations have in common with other indigenous peoples around the world,” said Eabametoong Chief Harry Papah.

“They are dealing with similar issues in their territories, even with some of the same mining companies that we have here in northern and northwestern Ontario, including Goldcorp Inc. and Barrick Gold Corporation. It helps to share information and strategies.”

Along with Papah, the Chilean delegation met with Aroland Chief Sonny Gagnon, Constance Lake Chief Roger Wesley, Ginoogaming Chief Celia Echum, Long Lake #58 Chief Allan Towegishig, Nibinamik Chief Johnny Yellowhead and Webequie Chief Cornelius Wabasse on Aug. 20 in Thunder Bay. During their visit, the Chilean delegation shared an emotional moment with their hosts after the opening drum ceremony concluded, with one delegate beginning to cry.

“I visited the Maori in New Zealand earlier this year and I think I know how they feel,” Yellowhead said. “I felt overwhelmed meeting the other keepers of Mother Earth when

I first met with the Maori. That is what we are, the keepers of Mother Earth, and when we meet, it is significant.”

Yellowhead said the Maori are at a more advanced stage in their negotiations with the New Zealand government than the Matawa communities are.

“They were more successful in terms of getting their land back,” Yellowhead said.

Maori guests also visited the Matawa chiefs in early August during the Matawa AGM in Webequie.

“I am glad we are having this meeting and also the meeting earlier this month with the Maori,” Wesley said. “Industry and governments continue to move ahead in our territories

KI paddlers happy to be travelling on the river

without appropriate consultation and accommodation or consent. The more we meet with other indigenous peoples, the less we feel alone, and the more empowered we feel.”

Wesley believes indigenous people around the world are coming together in a global movement to exercise their rights according to the United Nations Charter.

“It can only make us stronger,” Wesley said. “We feel the bond of our connection to the land and of our cultures.”

Yellowhead said one of the Chilean delegates said indigenous people are the keepers of the land and they need to act on what they were given by the Creator.

“From hearing the Elders

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and took their time for the first week. What was originally supposed to be a 10-day trip may end up taking more than two weeks.

Anderson said the paddlers dealt with a series of rapids on the Fawn River early in the trip, which delayed them slightly.

They are also travelling slower than normal, in order to see many of the historic sites along the route and because they have Elders with them.

“The first three days was rapids, it was a lot of fun,” Ander-

son said with a laugh. “Some of us went over and we lost a little bit of stuff but everyone’s OK.” Anderson added that he hopes these sort of traditional trips continue, and that more people get up north to experience the rivers his community has always travelled.

“What we’re doing should continue after, to see what the Fawn and Severn River looks like up here,” Anderson said.

“Maybe the youth should think about it, it would be a good experience for them.”

Concerns that Ontario is planning to give a special ministerial exemption to Cliffs Natural Resources so that the American company can export raw ore from the Ring of Fire out of Canada were raised in the provincial legislature Aug. 28.

The MPP for Timmins-James Bay who brought up the issue was left scratching his head over Northern Development and Mines Minister Rick Bartolucci’s response.

On Aug. 28 NDP MPP Gilles Bisson asked Bartolucci whether the government is “in any way in discussions with Cliffs resources to sign a ministerial permit allowing ore to be shipped out of Canada?”

Instead of answering the question, Bartolucci explained the government’s position on the mining development.

“We are very, very excited about the Ring of Fire,” Bartolucci said in his response. “There are several aspects that the government is speaking to Cliffs about, which will be no surprise

Mining court rules against Neskantaga First Nation Continued from page 1 Neskantaga’s legal council Matthew Kirchner said that having the commissioner acknowledge Ontario’s duty to consult was a positive outcome of the case.

Kirchner said the mining court case was just a “small element of the main process” of getting Neskantaga’s right to consultation and accommodation dealt with.

“The commissioner confirmed that consultation needs to exist,” Kirchner said “That duty applies here and it has got to be filled by the minister, with respect to the minister’s decision to approve the road.”

At issue in the mining court case was Cliffs’ plan to build an all-access road from its proposed mine site near Webequie to connect with Highway 11 near Nakina. The route follows the top of an esker along which CCC has staked mining claims nearly the entire length of the proposed road.

Neskantaga argued that the First Nation holds claims to the land that supersede the mining claims.

Despite the ruling of the mining court, Neskantaga’s argument will likely come up again

in further court actions at different levels of the legal system.

Kirchner said there are “lots of other avenues” for the First Nation to take its case.

Meanwhile the mining court case made clear the lack of consultation currently happening in regards to the Ring of Fire. Both Ontario and Cliffs admitted to the court that they have not yet consulted Neskantaga, despite having announced plans to build a $3.3 billion project including a chromite mine, access road and processing plant.

The mining commissioner noted that the issues raised by Neskantaga were important, and so she awarded that no costs would be payable by any party.

For Moonias and his First Nation, the mining court case was just another confirmation of something they have known for a long time – that the Ontario government is failing in its duty to consult First Nations on the Ring of Fire.

“I know the commissioners are very concerned with what’s happening with the First Nations territories,” Moonias said.

“These people, the government and also this one company, are just going in there regardless of whether First Nations approve it.

- Nibinamik Chief Johnny Yellowhead

when I was a kid, they used to say that people are going to come to our territory and destroy our land, the rivers, the fish,” Yellowhead said. “We need to strategize to protect our land.”

Yellowhead said his commu-

nity already has concerns about the results of mining in one particular area, where changes have been found in the fish and moose.

“From our perspective, that is an issue,” Yellowhead said. “We need to look into these kind of steps that are arising.”

Yellowhead said he has been telling government that they need to listen to First Nations people and work together.

“In order to work this out, they need to see our side of things, what we go through,” Yellowhead said. “Right now, when you look at First Nation communities, we’re living like in the Third World. We have lack of housing, we have poor infrastructure.”

Bartolucci ‘very, very excited’ about Ring of Fire mining Shawn Bell

With nice weather and only a few rapids-induced mishaps, the first half of the Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) canoe trip to Fort Severn has been a pleasure for participants.

Richard Anderson, KI’s watershed community worker, is one of 14 band members travelling in seven canoes on the traditional transportation route to Hudson Bay. In an interview from a riverbank as the group set up camp, Anderson said it was great just to be out on the river.

“It’s really nice and quiet up here,” he said. “The water’s looking nice, we’re drinking right from the river.”

The paddling trip was intended to draw awareness to the need for protection of KI’s entire traditional watershed.

Currently half of the 13,000 square kilometers that KI wants protected has been withdrawn from mining exploration.

The group left KI on Aug. 24

“From hearing the Elders when I was a kid, they used to say that people are going to come to our territory and destroy our land, the rivers, the fish. We need to strategize to protect our land.”

And I don’t think that’s right, in any standard.”

“I don’t like being stepped on,” Moonias added. “And I don’t think any community should be stepped on by any company, regardless of who they

are. We’ve lived there since time immemorial. My ancestors are buried in those territorial lands.

Other communities have the same rights as I have in that territory. And every one of us have a treaty right in that Treaty #9.”

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to the member from Timmins– James Bay, because we were very, very excited. I think members on both sides of the House were very, very excited when Cliffs decided that they were going to build their processing plant in Ontario.”

Answering a follow up question from Bisson, Bartolucci reiterated his excitement.

“Maybe the member from Timmins-James Bay isn’t excited about the Ring of Fire, but I can tell you that everybody else in northern Ontario is very, very excited,” Bartolucci said. “In fact, the mayor of Timmins is very, very excited. He’s looking for the opportunity that this very exciting project will bring to the people of northern Ontario.”

In an interview after the exchange, Bisson said the minister’s response has left him even more concerned that the government is planning to let Cliffs ship raw ore out of Canada for processing.

Bisson said he asked the question after a number of people connected to the mining indus-

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“If it is not true, all (Bartolucci) is going to do is say its not true,” Bisson said. “Instead he did not answer the question.

There’s something going on, that’s for damn sure.”

Under Ontario’s mining act, companies need permission from the provincial minister in order to ship ore out of Canada.

The rule is set up to ensure that Canada benefits from secondary industries related to mining.

Bisson said the case of Xtrata’s processing plant in Timmins, which was shut down last year because electricity prices in the province were too high, leaves him to believe that Cliffs will not want to build a processing plant in Ontario as electricity prices are prohibitive.

Cliffs has said it will build the plant in Sudbury, but Bisson worries the company will try to get out of that commitment, with the help of the government.

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Not a way to live Stephanie Wesley COLUMNIST

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hen I was researching the issue of First Nations women who are involved in prostitution, I felt a knot in my stomach.

It seemed the more I read, the more I learned, the more questions I asked – the more the knot tightened.

Eventually the knot just sat there at the pit of my stomach and emitted this overwhelming sadness.

I almost stopped working on the story; it started to affect me too much.

What struck me the most as disturbing when I was reading these accounts of young First Nations prostitutes and also listening to the stories from some survivors was the common denominator in each case.

The term “common denominator” may make you think of pop quizzes in elementary school if you are familiar with math, as I vaguely am, but that’s not what I mean in this case.

“Common” is something shared – “denominator” is something that is designated.

The common denominator in the lives of First Nations girls and boys who became prostitutes was a history of sexual abuse as children.

This abuse lead to behavioural problems, to runaways or being placed in group homes, to living on the street, and eventually to finding solace in the arms of the underground scene where bad things happen.

For the people I read about and spoke to, bad things came in the form of bad people taking advantage of their situations and naivety, and eventually benefiting from the prostitution of their bodies.

“It was easy cash,” one said to me. “It was like I was being groomed for this life.”

Groomed for a life of prostitution, yet she was only 12 when she started selling herself.

You may ask: where did she go wrong? Where did society go wrong?

What will become of these young people whose lives have been so devastated as children through sexual abuse that they wind up turning tricks with men who pay to prey on their bodies and souls?

In my discussions on this subject, especially on the potential for legalized brothels in Ontario next year, I have heard different sides of the story.

I have heard “prostitution is the oldest profession, it will always be here” so therefore why bother trying to eradicate it? Why not let these women sell

themselves?

Two things immediately came to my mind when I heard that logic.

The first is that for the most part, they were not women but children when they started out prostituting. Underage prostitutes are rarely seen because, plain and simple, it is illegal. They are kept out of sight until they become “women.”

The second is that prostitution has not always been here.

By “here,” I mean here in this land that our Anishinaabe ancestors survived in.

This “oldest profession” was introduced through colonialism, as were things like alcohol (extremely detrimental to all peoples), misuse of tobacco, and greed to the point of trapping animals almost to extinction for their pelts, for profit.

Who was the easiest to target when it came to prostitution in colonial Canada? The only women available at the time, the First Nations women.

These women often had no choice but to use sex as a way to feed their families due to harsh winters, lack of supplies and shelter, and a diminished food supply – not to mention alcohol that changed the very face of Anishinaabe life, a life and culture that is slowly rebuilding to what it used to be prior to colonialism and imposed residential schools.

Prostitution may offer “easy cash” and that easy cash gets the bills paid but it does not last.

The damage it has done to the psyche of ex-street workers is very hard to repair. The damage done often leads to drug and alcohol abuse, to another cycle of mistreatment inflicted on young children.

A prostitute told me that “only the strong survive,” and in no way does prostitution make you stronger because being constantly subjected to unwanted sexual contact and emotional abuse destroys you.

You can become numb to abuse but what is life without emotion? What are you left with when all your hopes and dreams are numbed and you walk around as an empty shell void of all feeling?

Prostitution may be the oldest profession, but it was not a way to live for Anishinaabe people.

Our children need to know that.

It may seem hopeless to “give back” the concept that was introduced to us, the act of prostitution that touches the lives of so many First Nations people today, but we have to start trying.

Stop the cycle before it starts with a new generation of girls and boys – and help bring our brothers and sisters who are already in the cycle out.

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Woman participate in a log cutting competition in Osaburgh, June 1981.

Work ethic has to be learned at young age Xavier Kataquapit UNDER THE NORTHERN SKY

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his week a friend of mine stepped on a nail and had to get a shot for tetanus. It reminded me of the many times I injured myself as a child growing up back home in Attawapiskat. I was always around the family construction business and by the time I was 12, I was driving a half-ton truck around town and operating tractors. You can imagine the close calls I had at that early age but that is what life was like back there in those wild days up north.

We kids were always expected to pitch in and help as soon as we were old enough to pick stuff up, carry things around, hammer a nail or split wood. Often while doing these chores we were injured in one way or the other and most of the time it was not serious.

However, we were also very concerned about getting hurt because there was no full time doctor in the community although we had lots of competent nurses and a good hospital.

My first injury was a very

severe one when at the age of seven I broke my leg. Actually the break involved both of the bones below my knee. I was helping my brothers who were pushing our half-ton truck out of ice and snow when a bit of plywood that was under the tires for traction spun back and caught me in the legs. I was in the hospital for awhile and had a cast on for six months.

Also in those early teen years I broke small bones in my hands and wrists working on construction projects and playing sports. It seemed like I was always covered in bandages as I continually ended up with scrapes, cuts, bruises on my legs, arms and body.

By the time I was 18 I felt like a seasoned carpenter, heavy machinery operator, transportation driver and general labourer of the first degree. Come to think about it my actual childhood and play period was very brief as I spent most of my time working.

You might think that I would regret this but in fact I am very grateful to my family for giving me a good amount of experience in many areas and for providing me with a good work ethic.

I am never bored as I am constantly writing, reading, working in media and of

course I still get down and dirty in all types of labour work at home and at the cottage.

I love cutting down old trees and the challenge that this offers and I also like splitting wood. You won’t catch me with one of those automatic wood splitters because this type of labour is like a meditation for me.

The feeling of working all day and being tired from doing something very beneficial to my life and the lives of others makes my day. Putting on a fire at night thanks to my efforts in wood cutting and splitting is very satisfying.

Building something I can be proud of and that gives me shelter and comfort is a joy for me.

This week I found myself teaching my friend Rene how to split wood. He did his best to chop away at the old poplar and pine logs and I think he was surprised that he could actually accomplish this very important activity.

It seemed to me that he understood that all important link between doing good work with the result of providing warmth for the family cottage.

People need to learn about and work at developing a work ethic from a young age. We live in a world of visual electronics where you can almost live

a virtual life so it is more important than ever to remind young people around us that nothing is free and that it is important to work smart and continually to make sure life is rewarding.

We just don’t see the connection of effort to the things we receive to live these days. When we are hungry we simply go to the grocery store and buy what we need and these stores in the south stay open 24 hours.

When we need warmth we just turn up a dial. When we need entertainment we turn to television or more these days to the Internet and the computer.

Nothing seems to require real effort and I know a lot of parents who make life so easy for their kids that the understanding of a work ethic is missing. That is a tragedy.

I am happy I grew up with the necessity of having to learn how to build things, work on engines, chop wood, harvest game and birds for food and contribute to the comforts of my life with real hands on efforts. To tell the truth I have paid much with all the injuries I have received over the years for the working knowledge I have but I wear these scars like medals. I am proud of my love for work.

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Wunnumin Lake’s mysterious Bigfoot family Gordon McKoop, Wunnumin Lake councillor Special to Wawatay News

Through the years and through verbal stories passed on from ancestors within the area known as Wunnumin Lake, there have been tales and legends of beings not entirely human being sighted and being in contact with local folk.

Over the past few years there have been sightings and evidence of a mythical creature known as Bigfoot or Sasquatch.

A few years ago a group of three young women were blueberry picking in a spot where it is not easily accessible for any machine to travel.

Suddenly a large rock came crashing near where they were picking.

One of them was sitting a little ways away and they went to ask her if that was her who did that.

She was perplexed and asked if they were playing games with her. They realized that “someone” threw a rock at them with no one even close by, and ran from the area knowing it might be a Sasquatch.

Another sighting was near the gravel pit a few years ago when someone saw a glimpse of a tall, hairy creature standing at the gravel pit but only for an instant as they were driving by.

Another time a sewage truck driver was making an early evening deposit out past the airport (it was dark already) when he spotted some huge person or something coming towards him on the road.

The smell was getting worse, not from the sewage but from

the creature. He made a u-turn and came back.

A few years ago a young lady was jogging back from the airport road when a truck drove by and a piece of paper or wrapper flew off.

Although not very clear, the picture is authentic. People have been inspecting the little footprints and measuring 11 inches in length. Some say they are the footprints of a baby Sasquatch.

A bear was nearby and the bear went to inspect what flew off. She kept on running when suddenly from out of the bushes a hairy looking human form emerged and he was focused on the bear without seeing the jogger.

When the creature looked up and saw the jogger he took off and went crashing among the trees very fast.

The stench from the creature was that of a wet dog smell. The jogger was shooken up but continued running hoping someone would drive by. This was near the boat landing area on the east side and in the middle of the afternoon.

During the summer of 2011 a person was getting clean water from up the road with his son when he heard some kind of scream or grunt and it started

to smell, a smell he described as like a wet dog.

They left the area and did not mention anything about it for two days. When the news came out, other people went there to check and found evidence of footprints and of a poplar tree debarked high on the tree.

Pictures were taken of two sets of footprints around the tree. One was size 15 and the other size 20.

Each stride was measured at approximately five feet apart and left and right footprints were visible in the mossy area.

So far this is the strongest evidence of a possible Bigfoot in the area. The poplar tree was done with precision, as if a human had done it himself, but it was debarked at least 10 feet from the ground.

This summer, in August of 2012, a little girl and her friends were just coming out from the beach and were walking in a little clearing.

She was lagging behind when she spotted something or someone standing there. She hid and had enough presence to take a snapshot with her ipod of the little hairy creature before that thing walked off into the underbrush.

It was two days before she finally told her mother of what she saw and of the picture she took. Since then that picture has been circulating around the internet.

Although not very clear, the picture is authentic. People have been inspecting the little footprints and measuring 11 inches in length. Some say they are the footprints of a baby Sasquatch.

This photo, captured by a young girl while on vacation in Wunnumin Lake this past August, has been circulating around the internet and fueling speculation of a family of Bigfoots living near the community. But as councillor Gordon McKoop writes, the stories and sightings of Bigfoot near Wunnumin Lake are as old as the hills.

There is a huge hill south of the community, at least 30 kms away.

Most if not all of the sightings have been to the south of Wunnumin Lake.

They say there is a cave there not easily accessible, situated on a rocky, steep incline on the north side of the hill.

No one has ever been close

enough to inspect the cave.

It is best to leave them alone and not bother them as they certainly have never harmed no one.

I guess being provoked is the only way that they would attack. Although at times they have been known to damage some property.

I believe they are as much

afraid of humans as we are of them.

Whoever or whatever they are, we cannot discount them as a figment of our imagination.

Too many sightings from all types of people cannot be dismissed as hallucination. They are here, they live among us.

Just have your camera ready.

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Food symposium addresses food challenges Rick Garrick Wawatay News

Tasty food was on the menu at the 3rd Annual Nishnawbe Aski Nation Food Symposium.

“The vegetables that we cooked this morning are very simple, but very tasty,” said Fort Albany’s Madelaine Scott during an Aug. 29 community kitchen workshop at the Regional Food Distribution Association (RFDA) in Thunder Bay. “It looks easy and fast to make, especially with the granola — you could use it for hunting trips.”

Scott was also impressed with the RFDA’s community kitchen after helping preparing the vegetables during the 9-11:30 a.m. session.

“This idea of a community kitchen is interesting and it is something that I would like to try in our community,” Scott said. “So it’s something we’re thinking about as a group that are here from our home community. We’re admiring the kitchen here — if only.”

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NAN’s 3rd Annual Food Symposium featured a community kitchen workshop on Aug. 29 at the Regional Food Distribution Association in Thunder Bay. Youth Garden and True North Community Co-operative and a tour of the Thunder Bay Country Market, were held on the second day of the Aug. 28-30 Food Symposium.

About 80 people attended the symposium, held at the Best Western Nor’wester Hotel and Conference Centre

in Thunder Bay. The first and third days featured presentations of four community-based Get Growing initiatives, Aroland’s food charter and healthy blog, roundtable discussions, the inaugural Food Champion Awards and a keynote address

by Dawn Morrison on indigenous food sovereignty.

“Building food sovereignty is an important element of protecting our way of life and addressing many of the health and economic issues affecting our communities,” said NAN Grand Chief Harvey Yesno. “The foundation of our food system will always be our traditional foods, har-

vested from our forests and fresh waters as well as the food knowledge and skills associated with harvesting, preparing, and storing these foods. Building new structures to import healthy foods into our communities are an important way to supplement our traditional lifestyles.”

Fort Albany’s David Sutherland said some community members have started growing food in their own gardens.

“Right now it’s more of an experience,” Sutherland said.

“People have never really done the actual growing. It’s going to take some time.”

Sandy Lake’s Gary Manoakeesic is looking forward to bringing more knowledge about growing food, food preparation and food sovereignty back to his community.

“This is to help me provide our community with the knowledge and to help teach our young and old how to eat better and to stay healthy and think positive,” Manoakeesic said.

Fort Albany’s Gigi Veeraraghavan said a small working group has been organized to look at food security across NAN territory.

“We’re working on a NANwide food sovereignty strategy so that these ideas and these programs that some of us have been starting up in our communities can be spread out to all the communities in NAN to work on the political level,” Veeraraghavan said.

Farm tour helps with on-going gardening projects Rick Garrick Wawatay News

Wawakapewin’s Simon Frogg picked up more knowledge about growing food during two tours to Thunder Bay-area farms.

“Even though we are growing (vegetables), they have more information about different methods and different ways of doing things,” Frogg said

about the Thunder Bay-area farmers. “That will help us in terms of our on-going gardening that we are doing in our community.”

Frogg took the tours as part of Nishnawbe Aski Nation’s 3rd Annual Food Symposium in Thunder Bay. Frogg said his community currently has a test garden at the community site to test what will grow in their area.

“So far most of everything that we have tested has grown to some extent,” Frogg said.

“But this year we planted at our traditional garden site away from the community on an island. Apparently there is some kind of spring there near the garden site and the soil is about 50 per cent organic.”

Frogg said most of the vegetables, including onions and potatoes, planted at the tradi-

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“We planted a gamut of everything — different herbs, strawberries, lettuce of course and beans,” Frogg said. “This is a big area. It used to be the old community site.”

Frogg said his community of about 20 on-reserve citizens stockpiles different foods throughout the year.

“We keep some for the community kitchen part,” Frogg said. “And then we distribute that to the members that aren’t there, to those that are living in Sioux Lookout and (other areas).”

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A co-owner of Mile Hill Farms provided food symposium participants with detailed information about growing and butchering chickens, including the need for heavy fencing to keep out predators and a look at a de-feathering machine, storage of different vegetables, how to combat a variety of common garden pests and the use of cover crops to build soil nutrients.

“At this time of year, everything is pretty much

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Asparagus was one of a variety of crops on view during NAN’s 3rd Annual Food Symposium farm tour to Mile Hill Farms, located near Gillies, southwest of Thunder Bay. starting to come to maturity on our farm and some of it has already been harvested and put away,” said Renata Thiboutot, co-owner of Mile Hill Farms, noting her family had just butchered and frozen another crop of chickens with the help of neighbouring families on the previous Sunday. “I’ve got 50 chickens for myself and my family.”

Thiboutot said the chickens are fed a grain mixture in addition to what they eat from around the farmyard.

“All animals need minerals,” Thiboutot said. “You need to make sure they have minerals or they won’t grow properly.”

Thiboutot has already harvested many of her mediumsized onions for storage over the winter.

“The purple ones usually only last until February,” she

said. “The white ones ... will last until next year if they’re stored and cured properly.”

Two Missanabie Cree members were among those who found Thiboutot’s information to be very valuable for their own gardening efforts.

“It’s marvelous and we’re having a good time,” said Missanabie Cree’s Lori Rainville.

“I’ve been taking notes and it’s a lot of good information for us on our garden.”

Missanabie currently has a 34 by 18 foot main garden with some smaller raised garden boxes.

“Our citizenship in the Sault (Ste. Marie) is kind of small, so we are able to bring produce into the office and people can come and pick it up,” said Missanabie Cree’s Louise Campbell.

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Wasaya Group elects first female chair Rick Garrick Wawatay News

Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) councillor Cecilia Begg was elected as Wasaya Group Inc.’s first female chair on Aug. 28. “It’s a new challenge for me,� said Begg, who has been on the WGI board of directors since 2007. “My goals will be to have on-going communications with all the ownership communities so they can have a better understanding of Wasaya, their business and all the other businesses within Wasaya.�

WGI president and CEO Tom Kamenawatamin was pleased with Begg’s election as chair of WGI’s board of directors. “I’m very glad myself that a woman was elected for the

first time because we need to see more women in our senior levels in our organization,�

Kamenawatamin said. “And she has proven that she supports our goals and vision of Wasaya.�

Begg feels her election as chair will be a positive step for other women in the future. “They would be more confident to take the risk and be able to run for office or for chairs and leadership roles,�

Begg said. “I guess I’m just leading the way and hopefully, my wish is that they will follow my lead. The door to opportunities is always open — it’s just that we need the proper support and encouragement to be there for our people, women, young people and so on.�

Kamenawatamin said Begg has demonstrated her strong sup-

Wakenagun to continue supporting entrepreneurs Lenny Carpenter Wawatay News

Businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in the James and Hudson Bay region can continue to receive support from Wakenagun Community Futures Development Corporation.

On Aug. 14, FedNor pledged a commitment of $325,250 to help create jobs and support community-based economic development in the region as it continues to support the ongoing operations of the organization.

Based in Moose Factory, Wakenagun provides business loans and support to businesses and start-up entrepreneurs in the Mushkegowuk territory.

Wakenagun executive director Stan Kapashesit was pleased to hear the news. “It certainly was a good thing,� he said. “We’ve been getting funding support from them since our inception. And they’re continuing to support us in community futures development.�

Wakenagun has provided business loans to various endeavours in the region, including an outdoor sports store in Moosonee, bed-and-breakfast businesses in Kashechewan, the Cree Village Ecolodge in Moose Factory and Moose Factory Cable.

Along with providing business loans, Wakenagun offers business counseling to any aspiring entrepreneur. “I just want to encourage people who are thinking of going into a business and don’t know where to start, just give us a call and we’re here to help,� Kapash-

esit said. “Obviously we do provide business loans, and it provides employment.�

Wakenagun chair Bill Cachagee welcomed the news, as it will enable the creation of jobs and strengthen the economy in the region. “We have a proud history of generating positive results for entrepreneurs and businesses in our service area,� Cachagee said in a media release.

FedNor minister Tony Clement said the investment will allow Wakenagun to generate positive results for communities and businesses in northern Ontario. “This targeted investment will enable the Wakenagun Community Futures Development Corporation to help create jobs and build a strong business sector in the James Bay region, positioning the area for sustainable economic growth and prosperity,� he said in a media release.

Wakenagun Community Futures Development Corporation is a federally incorporated not-for-profit community-based organization run by a volunteer board and staffed by business and economic development professionals.

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port for First Nation goals and activities, noting she was one of the KI6 who were jailed for their opposition to a mining companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drilling and exploration activities near Big Trout Lake, the body of water which KI depends on for many of their traditional and dayto-day activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This tells me that she is committed to what she is doing,â&#x20AC;?

Kamenawatamin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It proves to me that she will be committed to the goals of Wasaya in the future.â&#x20AC;?

Kamenawatamin noted that Begg is also a mother and grandmother. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The future of Wasaya is the youth,â&#x20AC;? Kamenawatamin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is why Wasaya was formed by the communities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that the Wasaya Group will have and develop economic opportuni-

ties, train and hire First Nations youth and be able to operate and manage businesses at any level.â&#x20AC;?

Beggâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first job as chair was to meet with all the Wasaya CEOs in Thunder Bay, where she received an orientation on all the different businesses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They will also be seeking direction from me,â&#x20AC;? Begg said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And of course I will be needing their input and recommendations as to what options they may have on what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to work at and the direction weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going.â&#x20AC;?

Begg said the more Wasaya consults with the communities, the better an understanding the communities will have about Wasaya. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That way, if they have information, they can provide us with suggestions,â&#x20AC;? Begg said.

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KI councillor Cecilia Begg, shown here speaking at a rally in Toronto, was elected as Wasaya Group Inc.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first female chair on Aug. 28.

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Wawatay News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

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SIOUX LOOKOUT FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY Finance Department

SIOUX LOOKOUT FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY Nodin Child & Family Intervention Services (NCFI)

SIOUX LOOKOUT FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY Nodin Child & Family Intervention Services (NCFI)

FINANCE CLERK

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLOR Internal/External Posting Permanent Full Time LOCATION: SANDY LAKE FIRST NATION

SPECIAL NEEDS CASE MANAGER Internal/External Posting Full Time One(1) Year Term Position Location: Sioux Lookout, ON

QUALIFICATIONS • Certificate or Diploma in Secretarial Arts and/or Office Administration preferred; • Previous bookkeeping experience preferred; • Experience in data entry a definite asset; • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; • Possess excellent interpersonal skills, organizational and planning skills; • Must be willing and able to work as part of a team; • Must be able to work independently in a high paced work environment.

This full time position reports to the Clinical Supervisor. The Mental Health Counsellor will be responsible for providing direct Clinical Intervention and Prevention Services to referred clients in the Child and Family Intervention catchment area of Sandy Lake. The Mental Health Counsellor worker will be based out of the Sioux Lookout office or Sandy Lake, with considerable travel.

This full time position reports to the Specialized Services Supervisor.

The Special Needs Case Manager will be responsible for providing case management to children and families experiencing specific, severe mental health, behavioral or complex special needs. The Case Manager should be willing to receive on-going training in specific areas (autism, developmental issues, behavioral issues etc.) in order to provide specialized case management services. The work requires good communication skills and the ability to work as a team member. The Special Needs Case Manager will need to promote interdisciplinary, interagency and inter-ministerial cooperation and coordination locally, regionally, and provincially for the benefit of the case management of a child.

Internal/External Posting Full Time Employment (6 months) With possibility of being extended to full time Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY • Knowledge of Microsoft Office; • Working knowledge of AccPac accounting software; • Must have experience and understanding of Native culture, and the geographic realities and social conditions within remote First Nation Communities; • Ability to communicate in one or more of the First Nations Dialects of the Sioux Lookout District will be an asset; • Must be willing to relocate and live in Sioux Lookout.

Please send cover letter, resume, three most recent employment references and an up-to-date Criminal Reference Check to: Human Resources Department Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority 61 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1300 Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8 Phone: (807) 737-1802 Fax: (807) 737-2969 Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com Closing Date: September 21, 2012 at 4:30 p.m.

No resumes received after that time will be accepted The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our Web-site at www.slfnha.com

QUALIFICATIONS • Degree in Social Work/Psychology with relevant clinical/counselling experience is preferred; • Minimum two years experience in the health services environment; • Specialized courses in specific areas of mental health; • A thorough understanding of the Mental Health Act, Child & Family Services Act and awareness of current issues within Northern and remote Native communities an asset; • Proficiency in clinical assessment skills and client needs; • Experience with video counselling technology an asset; • Travel is a requirement of the position.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY • Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset; • Ability to manage a case load independently; • Familiarity with working in acute care situations; • Knowledge of community resources; • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2007. Experience with a Client Database (e.g. CIMS), Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale (CAFAS) & Brief Child and Family Phone Interview (BCFPI) an asset; • Excellent time management and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently; • Experience working with youth, a definite asset; • Must be willing to relocate.

• Education assistance and training available dependent upon applicant’s qualifications and in accordance with SLFNHA Policies and Procedures Please send cover letter, resume, three most recent employment references and an up-to-date Criminal Reference Check with a Search of the Pardoned Sexual Offender Registry to: Human Resource Department Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8 Phone: (807) 737-1802 Fax: (807) 737-2969 Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com Closing Date: September 21, 2012 The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance.

However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

QUALIFICATIONS • University Degree in human service field, with two years experience in the health services environment is preferred; • Specialized courses in specific areas of mental health, autism, behavioral or developmental challenge; • Experience working with First Nations people and northern communities • Experience in case management is preferred; • Experience in delivery of therapy is an asset.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY • Knowledge of Case Management principles and Service System Principles; • Case management report writing; • Knowledge of community resources; • Ability to work as lead for multi-disciplinary teams and with community agencies; • Excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to work independently; • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2007. Experience with a client Database (e.g. CIMS); • Knowledge of the people, culture and mental health priorities of the First Nations communities in the Sioux Lookout Zone; • Ability to communicate in one or more of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout Zone will be an asset; • A good understanding of the Mental Health Act, Child & Family Services Act and awareness of current issues within Northern and remote Native communities.

• Must be willing to relocate.

Please send cover letter, resume, three most recent employment references and an up-to-date Criminal Reference Check with a Search of the Pardoned Sexual Offender Registry to: Human Resource Department Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8 Phone: (807) 737-1802 Fax: (807) 737-2969 Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com Closing Date: September 21, 2012 The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance.

However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our Web-site www.slfnha.com

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our Web-site at www.slfnha.com

Nechee Friendship Centre requires a Drug, Education And Living Worker

Ne-Chee Friendship Centre requires Family Support Worker

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, together with the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, the Drug, Education And Living Program Worker works primarily on-site at the Kenora District Jail to address the needs of Aboriginal inmates.

(temporary position)

SIOUX LOOKOUT FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY INTAKE WORKER Internal/External Posting Permanent Full Time LOCATION: SIOUX LOOKOUT This full time position reports to the Intake Supervisor. The Intake Worker is responsible for initial intake for children, youth and families, completion of Initial documentation of all referrals being referred to the unit whether by telephone or in person and participating on case management of clients by fax.

The Intake worker will generate service reports based on our service information.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Diploma or Degree in Health Services with relevant clinical counselling experience; • Minimum of two years experience in Health Services; • Advanced computer skills, familiarity with Health Information Data-Base Systems an asset; • Proven Assessment skills and ability to prioritize referrals; • A good understanding of the Child and Family Services Act, Mental Health Act and awareness of current mental health issues within Sioux Lookout Zone; • Knowledge of client information management system; • Proficient in clinical assessment skills of clients needs KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY: • Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialect within the Sioux Lookout Zone a definite asset; • Knowledge of the people, culture and mental health priorities of the First Nations communities in the Sioux Lookout District; • Excellent written and oral communication skills and Team building skills; • Innovative problem solving and decision making skills.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills , as well as the ability to work independently; • Must be willing to relocate Please send cover letter, resume, three most recent employment references and an up-to-date Criminal Reference Check with a Search of the Pardoned Sexual Offender Registry to: Human Resource Department Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8 Phone: (807) 737-1802 Fax: (807) 737-2969 Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com Closing Date: September 20, 2012 The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance.

However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our Web-site www.slfnha.com

RESPONSIBILITIES 1. To design and deliver a drug and alcohol education and living program to inmates 2. To organize and facilitate individual and group counselling sessions 3. To coordinate the visits of elders and other cultural resources to support programming 4. To develop and deliver a spiritual and cultural awareness program for Aboriginal inmates 5. To liaise with community treatment resources, community agencies, and aboriginal communities and organizations 6. To provide treatment centres and community agencies with information on the program 7. To establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the Native Inmate Liaison Officer and other Kenora Jail personnel 8. To prepare and submit regular reports and statistics pertaining to program activities and clients QUALIFICATIONS • post-secondary degree or diploma in social or human services; or relevant accredited training combined with several years of related work experience • experience working in a correctional or justice setting • previous experience working in an Aboriginal organization or community • working knowledge of Aboriginal culture, customs & practices • positive attitude & demonstrated capacity to act as a healthy lifestyle role model • able to work independently with minimal supervision • strong communication skills, oral and written • ability to speak Ojibway, Cree or Oji-Cree is a definite asset • computer literacy skills are essential • able to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends • valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is preferred A current Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check must be presented at the time of interview.

DEADLINE: September 14, 2012 Please submit or drop off resume, along with a cover letter and 3 references, to: Ne-Chee Friendship Centre P.O. Box 241, 1301 Railway Street Kenora, ON P9N 3X3 We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

Nechee Friendship Centre requires a highly skilled individual with the demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team. The Family Support Worker is responsible to the policies and directions as determined by the Board of Directors of the Friendship Centre and under the direction of the Executive and daily supervision of the Coordinator.

The Aboriginal Family Support Program is a community-based, culturally-relevant weekly program that aims to improve the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being of off-reserve Aboriginal children, ages 0-6 years. Services provided include parent relief, playgroup, parenting support, community kitchen, and transportation.

Qualifications 1. Post secondary degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education or Social Services, or relevant accredited training combined with several years of related work experience.

2. Knowledge of social, cognitive, physical and cultural needs of Aboriginal children, ages 0-6 years.

3. Working knowledge of Aboriginal customs, traditions & practices.

4. Previous experience working with Aboriginal organizations and community.

5. Positive attitude & demonstrated capacity to as a healthy lifestyle role model.

6. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

7. First Aid/CPR or able to be certified.

8. Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

9. Working knowledge of computer programs and applicable uses 10. Able to work flexible schedule, including occasional evenings & weekends.

NOTE: A current Criminal Reference Check, including Vulnerable Persons Check, must be presented at time of interview.

DEADLINE: September 14, 2012 Please submit resume with cover letter and 3 references to: NeChee Friendship Centre Ne-Chee Friendship Centre P.O. Box 241, 1301 Railway Street Kenora, ON P9N 3X3

We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

Wawatay News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Wapekeka hosts 20th annual Survivor of Suicide conference Henry Beardy

ONTARIO FIRST NATIONS TECHNICAL SERVICES CORPORATION EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TECHNICAL YOUTH CAREER OUTREACH PROGRAM COORDINATOR (TYCOP) Toronto Service Centre or Mississaugas of New Credit Head Office The mandate of the Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation (OFNTSC) is to provide technical and enhanced advisory services to all First Nations in Ontario. The OFNTSC requires the services of a Technical Youth Career Outreach Program (TYCOP) Coordinator, reporting directly to the Operations Manager in the Toronto Service Centre. The primary responsibility of this TYCOP Coordinator will be raising awareness of technical career opportunities, the potential for employment, and the positive impact of a role model and/or mentor among First Nations youths.

Special to Wawatay News

This year’s Survivors of Suicide (SOS) conference was dedicated to the survivors and all those who have been affected by suicide.

The 20th annual SOS conference, held Aug. 20-27, brought more than 210 people from 11 communities to Wapekeka First Nation. Guests also came from as far away as Manitoba, Sioux Lookout, Dryden and Thunder Bay. First time participant Tammy Morrisseau from Keewaywin First Nation said the conference opened her eyes to the need for more awareness of suicide.

“I enjoyed all the workshops, listened to the stories the Elders had share and I have learned that we have to speak out more to start healing as a people,” Morrisseau said.

The conference featured four days of workshops, sharing circles, gospel jamborees, church services and special guests.

SOS committee youth representative Jonas Beardy said participants had a chance to share their healing efforts with others going through similar situations.

“The Survivors Of Suicide conference is a place for participants to share what they went through in the past and what’s present now, what they go through and its place for healing,” Beardy said.

Opening ceremonies included welcoming remarks by Wapakeka’s band council, Chief Norman Brown, Deputy Chief Ananias Winter and councillors

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Henry Beardy/Special to Wawatay News

Participants release balloons during the 20th annual Survival of Suicide conference held Aug. 20-27 in Wapekeka First Nation.

Elsie Brown, Clara Winnepetonga and Donald Brown.

Also participating in the ceremony was the SOS committee, including Elders Rhoda Beardy from Red Lake, Mary Albany from Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug and Ananias Winter of Wapekeka and youth representative Jonas Beardy.

The SOS conference was held at the Reverend Eleazor Winter Memorial School. Over the course of four days there were various workshops held on a range of topics including bullying, self-esteem, anger management and prescription drug abuse, among others.

After each day of workshops sharing circles were provided for participants to take part in.

Wakepeka has a new memorial hall, which was where the opening and closing ceremonies, gospel jamborees and church services took place.

The first night consisted of entertainment by special

guest Susan Aglukark, an Inuk singer, songwriter and keynote speaker.

Ernest Monias was absent for the first night but arrived on Tuesday, after which he performed for three evenings straight. Some locals called the entertainment provided by Monias, “ The Monias fever”.

The event concluded with closing remarks by the SOS coordinator Gordon Winter.

To honour those who have passed a candle light vigil and releasing of yellow balloons was also conducted.

Wapekeka Chief Norman Brown said next year his First Nations plans to have something different for the annual conference.

“I hope that communities again take part in the 2013 conference because we are interested in adding something different. We hope to have the young people put up a concert,” Brown said.

MATAWA FIRST NATIONS MANAGEMENT INC. Administrative Assistant – Financial Advisory Services & Quality Assurance

POSITION SUMMARY: The Administration Assistant (Assistant) will report to the Manager of Financial Advisory Services and Quality Assurance for day-to-day activities and the Chief Executive Officer on personnel and other matters. The successful applicant will work out of the Thunder Bay office (233 Court Street South) and provide administrative support for the Financial Advisory Services and Quality Assurance departments.

QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal applicant must have post-secondary education in administration, business or other related program.

Applicants must have proven computer application skills in MS Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), websites and Facebook page/event administration.

Interested applicants will be asked to demonstrate a capacity for the following: excellent written and verbal communications skills, event/meeting coordination, and time management. Members from the Matawa member communities will have priority consideration for this position.

Ability to communicate in Ojibway, Oji-Cree or Cree is considered an asset.

Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario Salary: Will be commensurate with experience and knowledge.

Deadline: Monday, September 17, 2012 @ 4:30 P.M. Please send your resume/cover letter to the attention of: Matawa First Nations Management Attn: Patrick Cheechoo, Manager FAD/QMS 233 South Court Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 2X9 Re: Application - Administrative Assistant (FAD/QMS) Via - Fax: (807) 344-2977 or Email: reception@matawa.on.ca

Visit www.matawa.on.ca for or a detailed job description and more information about Matawa First Nations. Thank you for your interest, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS: 1-3 years of work related experience Diploma/Degree in a relevant academic discipline Interpersonal and Professional Skills Technical Skills (includes: writing, research, photography, media watch, special events, and meetings) Ability to use computers for all Microsoft Office Programs and other relevant applications Must be self motivated with extremely good communication skills Possess a valid Ontario Drivers License and be willing to travel Sensitivity to the unique needs of First Nations peoples Preference given to First Nations persons 3 work related references will be required CLOSING DATE:

Friday September 21, 2012, 4:30 p.m. (EST)

Please mark very clearly on the envelope “TYCOP Coordinator” and Email, Mail/Fax your resume/ Curriculum Vitae to: Brian Staats, CRSP, Operations Manager Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation 111 Peter Street, Suite 606 Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1 bstaats@ofntsc.org For a detailed job description, contact Reception (416) 651-1443 ext. 221 or email reception@ofntsc.org We thank all applications, however only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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Formed in 1988, Matawa First Nations Management (Matawa) is a Tribal Council providing services to nine member communities in northern Ontario. The organization is dedicated to providing its members with advisory and support services in the areas of communications, economic development, education, finance and business, health, membership and technical services. Matawa is accepting applications for the full-time position of:

DUTIES: Responsible for creating and maintaining a technical careers web site Responsible for creating and implementing career awareness material for various audiences Create and maintain an electronic archive of quality photos related to career awareness events that may be published in the various OFNTSC publications Meet with various professionals and First Nations to identify possible role models and suitable venues to further our communications outreach Promoting OFNTSC and the opportunities available in technology and engineering for First Nations youths Understand and adopt the procedures and protocols in dealing with First Nation communities Research and utilize materials to create various reports, articles, videos, posters etc.

Qualifications: • Grade 12 education or GED required • Certificate/diploma in secretarial business administration or combination of education and experience • 2 years experience as an Interpreter and/or working in a health care environment preferred • Proficient in computer skills; Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data processing software • Excellent communication skills (oral and written in English) • Proficient and fluent in one or more Sioux Lookout area First Nation languages (Ojibway, Oji-Cree, Swampy Cree) • Demonstrated proficiency in the “interpretive process” • Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive caring approach • Good understanding of cross-cultural issues • Excellent time management skills • Ability to work flexible hours • Ability to communicate in First Nation Syllabics an asset Responsibilities: • Provide interpretative service coordination to the Traditional Healing, Medicine, Foods and Support Program (THMFS) of Meno Ya Win Health Centre including Extended Care Unit.

• Ensure that ‘Patient Centered, Service Oriented and Performance Focused’ interpretative service is implemented throughout the Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre.

• To ensure interpretative team is providing the optimal patient care and care planning for all patients / clients within Meno Ya Win Health Centre.

• Supervise the Interpreter staff by performing such duties as scheduling and coordinating work assignments, conducting performance evaluations, documenting disciplinary issues, and providing input to budgets.

• This position is responsible for the development, operation, coordination and quality assurance/ improvement of this function.

• This position will also be responsible for coordinating events such as Bimmadiziwin, Elders Council, Cross Cultural Awareness or other as required.

• Report to the Manager of the THMFS. Salary:

Commensurate with experience and education.

Closing Date: Resume with cover letter must be received in Human Resources by 4:00pm, September 10, 2012 Submit application to: Human Resources: Recruitment P.O. Box 909, Sioux Lookout, ON, P8T 1B4 Email: humanresources@slmhc.on.ca Fax: (807)737-6263 Competition No. TRP 10/12 (Please quote on your application) Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted, we thank all others for their interest. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal records check.

Equay-wuk (Women’s Group) Employment Opportunity COMMUNITY WELLNESS FACILITATOR POSITION SUMMARY The Community Wellness Facilitator is responsible to travel to Northwestern Ontario First Nation Communities to deliver workshops to communities and families. The Community Wellness Facilitator is responsible for developing culturally appropriate resource materials. These materials are designed to provide First Nation communities and families with the skills and tools required to deal with the challenges involved in living in remote communities in Northwestern Ontario. This position will be based in Sioux Lookout ON, serving communities within the Equay-wuk (Women’s Group) catchment area.

QUALIFICATIONS 1. Appropriate educational qualifications to manage the tasks and responsibilities of the position; 2. Must be willing and able to travel to Northwestern Ontario First Nation communities; 3. Demonstrated experience and skills in working with First Nation people; 4. Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity to First Nation issues and values; 5. Knowledge of curriculum development and production of culturally based resource material for 6. First Nation families; 7. Prepare quarterly, mid-year and final reports including financial statement to the funding agency; 8. Experience in planning and facilitating workshops; 9. Must be self motivated and able to work without supervision; 10. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; 11. Must be able to maintain confidentiality; 12. Ability to communicate in one or more First Nation dialects of the Sioux Lookout area would be an asset; 13. Administrative skills such a computer, electronic communication and report writing.

14. Current Criminal Records check with a Vulnerable Persons check.

15. Valid Ontario driver’s licence would be an asset.

Full-time Position: 30 hours per week Send updated resume, covering letter and three (3) most recent employment references to: Equay-wuk (Women’s Group) Box 1781 16 Fourth Avenue Sioux Lookout ON P8T 1C4 Fax: (807) 737-2699 Email: equaywuk@bellnet.ca Closing Date: Sept 21, 2012 3pm We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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DFC students honour deceased youth Memorial walk serves as reminder to stay safe, says principal Lenny Carpenter Wawatay News

Standing along the McIntyre River, staff and students of the Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School (DFC) prayed and offered tobacco in honour of the northern youth who died in Thunder Bay. To conclude its first week of classes, DFC held its 3rd annual Memorial Walk on Aug. 31.

After a gathering at the DFC gymnasium, the students and staff walked from the First Nations high school to the McIntyre River where the bodies of several of the youth were found.

After a prayer, drum song and rendition of “Amazing Grace,” the students lined up to offer tobacco and toss flowers into the river in memory of the deceased.

DFC Principal Jonathan Kakegamic said the walk not only serves to honour the fallen, but to remind the new and returning students to stay safe.

“It’s to remind students of these tragic events and that we need to look after each other,” he said. “We can’t forget about those people who passed away because they were a part of our lives and we need to learn from that.”

It was a message reiterated at the gathering, along with updates on efforts to make their school experience better and safer.

Northern Nishnawbe Education Council (NNEC) executive director Norma Kejick told the students that she has

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A drum song is performed in honour of the students who died while attending school in Thunder Bay. DFC held its 3rd annual Memorial Walk, where the students walked from the school to the McIntyre River. taken their recommendations to the City of Thunder Bay, but reminded them that there are consequences for everything they do, good or bad.

“Learn, ask questions, be safe, but most of all while you are here for school in the city of Thunder Bay, have fun,” she said.

Ontario Regional Chief Stan Beardy told the students his story of moving to the city for the first time as a 16-year-old and the culture shock that followed, like seeing cars, streets and white people for the first time.

And although he will try to ensure that the government

follows through on recommendations and promises, the students have to do their part, Beardy said.

“As First Nations people, we have to take responsibility for ourselves,” he said. Although he admitted that he was not an ‘angel’ in his youth, “I had a purpose, and I was determined to reach my goals.”

The gathering at the DFC gymnasium closed with the teaching staff reading off the names of the deceased followed by a moment of silence.

There are close to 50 new students attending DFC this year, which is large compared to previous years. Kakegamic

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said it is a good sign of the parents and students’ faith in the school.

“The only way you can change things and the perception is through the students,” he said. “When they go home, they tell their families and friends (about their experience).”

The school has sought ways to improve the students’ school experience.

They began to seek the input of the students to enhance their programs, Kakegamic said. In the previous school year, students wanted to do more woodworking, so last year the school offered a course where they can build their own guitars.

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In the following semester, the students were able to use what they built in a music class.

A major change to this school year is the enhancement of the Elders program, particularly as it relates to language.

The Elders will be focusing on teaching the students and staff the language throughout the school year.

“I believe the language of any culture is the essence of what keeps them alive,” Kakegamic said.

Kakegamic and some of the teaching staff cannot speak the language and there have been times where Kakegamic felt disconnected from culture as his family spoke it.

“If I feel that way, then I’m sure others feel that way too,” he said. “That’s an identity, and when you have an identity crisis, you do other things to make you feel better.”

The result is that it compounds problems and can lead to suicides and tragic death, he said.

“It’s very difficult for the average teenager in our territory to cope,” he said.

DFC will also reorganize its sports programs and continue to provide extracurricular activities such as music, judo, and square dancing throughout the year.

“I’m looking forward to the new school year,” Kakegamic said, “and I think it’s great having a (NNEC) boss and board to support the students by giving them opportunities to live and learn and do some leadership, because we need to teach them.”

ᐯ ᑲᑕᔑᐃᐡᑯᓄᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᒪᒥᑯᐣᑕᐊᐧᐊᐧᐣ ᑲᑭᐊᐧᓂᐦᐃᐣᑕᐧ ᐊᓂᔑᓇᐯ ᐅᐡᑲᑎᓴᐠ ᐃᒪ ᐅᒋ ᐸᑭᑭᓂᑲᓂᐠ 1 “ᑭᓇᐃᐧᐟ ᑲᐊᓂᔑᓂᓂᐃᐧᔭᐠ ᑭᑕᑲᑫᐧᐱᒧᓂᑎᓱᒥᐣ,” ᑭᐃᑭᑐ. ᐊᒥ ᑲᔦ ᑲᑭᔭᓂᑭᑐᐨ ᑲᐃᐧᓂᐣ ᑫᐃᐧᐣ ᑲᐯᐦᐃ ᒋᑭᐅᐣᒋ ᒪᒥᓄᒋᑫᐨ ᒣᑲᐧᐨ ᑲᐱᐊᐧᐅᐡᑲᑎᓯᐨ, “ᔕᑯᐨ ᐣᑭᓂᑕᐊᐧᓄᑭ, ᐁᑲᐧ ᒥᓇ ᐣᑭᑲᑫᐧ ᑲᐡᑭᑐᐣ ᒋᔭᓂᑲᑫᐧ ᑲᒋᑎᓇᒪᓱᔭᐣ ᑲᐡᑭᐦᐅᐃᐧᐣ.” ᐁᑲᐧ ᐊᐱᐣ ᑲᑭᔭᓂ ᑭᔑᒋᑲᑌᐠ ᒪᐊᐧᑐᐡᑲᐃᐧᐣ ᐃᒪ ᐦᐊᔾ ᐢᑯᓫ ᒣᑕᐁᐧᐃᐧᑲᒥᑯᐠ ᐃᑭᐁᐧᓂᐊᐧᐠ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓄᐃᐧ ᐊᓄᑭᐠ ᐅᑭᐊᔭᑭᓀ ᐃᐧᐣᑕᓇᐊᐧ ᑲᐃᔑᓂᑲᓱᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑭᐳᓂᐱᒪᑎᓯᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᐁᑲᐧ ᐊᐱᐣ ᐯᔑᑯᑎᐸᐦᐃᑲᓀᐢ ᑭᑯᐢᑲᐊᐧᒋᑲᐸᐃᐧᓇᓂᐊᐧᐣ. ᑫᑲᐟ 50 ᑕᓯᓄᐊᐧᐠ ᑲᐱᐅᐡᑭ ᐱᐣᑎᑫᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᓄᑯᑦ ᐅᐁᐧ ᑲᔭᑭᐊᐧᐠ, ᒥᐦᐅᐁᐧ ᐁᑫᐧᓇᐠ ᐁᒥᔑᓄᐊᐧᐨ ᐊᐱᐨ ᐱᐅᑕᓇᐠ. ᒥᑕᐡ ᐁᔑᓂᓯᑕᐃᐧᓇᐣᐠ ᑲᑭᑲᒥᐠ ᐅᓂᑭᐦᐃᑯᒪᐠ ᒥᓇ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᐁᑌᐸᑫᐣᑕᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᐁᐧᓂ ᐃᐡᑯᓄᑲᒥᑯᓂ. “ᒥᐁᑕ ᐃᒪ ᑫᑭᐅᐣᒋ ᐊᐣᒋᓭᑐᔭᐣ ᑫᑯᓇᐣ ᒥᓇ ᐃᓀᐣᑕᒧᐃᐧᓇᐣ ᑲᐃᔑᐃᐡᑯᓄᐦᐊᑕᐧ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ,” ᑭᐃᑭᑐ. “ᐊᑎᑲ ᐊᐱ ᑲᑭᐁᐧᐊᐧᐨ, ᐅᐃᐧᐣᑕᒪᐊᐧᐊᐧᐣ ᐅᐊᐧᑯᒪᑲᓂᐊᐧ ᒥᓇ ᑲᒥᓄᐃᐧᒋᐊᐧᐊᐧᐨ (ᐊᓂᐣ ᑲᐃᔑᐊᐧᐸᐣᑕᒧᐊᐧᐨ).” ᐃᐡᑯᓄᑲᒥᑯᐠ ᑲᐊᓄᑭᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᑭᐱᔭᓄᑲᑕᓇᐊᐧ ᐊᓂᐣ ᐊᐊᐧᔑᒣ ᑫᑭᐅᐣᒋ ᒥᓀᐧᐣᑕᒧᐊᐧᐸᐣ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᑲᐱᑕᔑ ᐃᐡᑯᓄᐊᐧᐨ. ᒥᑕᐡ ᑲᑭᑐᑕᒧᐊᐧᐸᐣ ᐁᑭᔭᓂ ᐊᔭᑭᓀ ᑲᑫᐧᒋᒪᐊᐧᐨ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐣ ᐊᓂᐣ ᑫᑭᑐᒋᑲᑌᑭᐸᐣ ᒋᒥᓇᐧᔑᒋᑲᑌᓂᐠ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓄᐦᐃᑯᐃᐧᓂᐊᐧ, ᐃᑭᑐ ᑲᑭᑲᒥᐠ. ᐅᑕᓇᐠ ᑲᑭᔭᑭᐊᐧᓂᐠ, ᐅᑭᓇᑕᐁᐧᐣᑕᓇᐊᐧᐸ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᐁᐃᐧᑐᑕᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᒪᓯᓂᑯᒋᑫᐃᐧᓂ, ᒥᑕᐡ ᑲᑭᑐᑕᒧᐊᐧᐨ ᐁᑭᐸᑭᑎᓂᑲᑌᐠ ᐃᐡᑯᓄᐃᐧᐣ, ᒋᓂᑕᐅᔑᐦᐊᐊᐧᐨ ᒍᐁᐧᐱᒋᑲᓇᐣ. ᒥᓇᐊᐧ ᑕᐡ ᐊᐱᑕ ᑲᔭᓂ ᐊᓂᑫᐅᐡᑭᓭᓂᐠ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓄᐃᐧᓂᐊᐧ, ᒥᐦᐃᒪ ᐅᑎᐡᑯᓂᐠ ᑲᑭᔭᓂᔑᐸᒋᐦᐊᐊᐧᐨ ᑲᑭᐅᔑᐦᐊᐊᐧᐸᐣ ᒍᐁᐧᐱᒋᑲᓇᐣ ᐃᒪ ᑭᑐᑫᒋᑫᐃᐧ ᐃᐡᑯᓄᐃᐧᓂᐠ.

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Bearskin Lake celebrates 75 years at homecoming Bearskin Lake celebrated its 75th anniversary with a homecoming event from Aug. 17-27, featuring live music, traditional workshops, bingo nights, dress up contests and lots of good food.

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Ranger shooters win top honours at Ontario championships Peter Moon Canadian Rangers

Canadian Ranger marksmen from across northern Ontario won top honours at the Ontario Rifle Association provincial championships at Canadian Forces Base Borden.

Ranger Simon Shewaybick of Webequie, won the Ontario championship in the individual bolt-action rifle category and Sergeant Matthew Gull of Peawanuck won the trophy for the highest scoring shooter competing in the championships for the first time. All the Rangers competed using standard issue, .303-calibre LeeEnfield rifles.

The 15-member Ranger team, who came from 10 communities, won 17 championship medals competing in a variety of contests held over two days against teams from the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Air Force, and top civilian shooters.

They shot at still, moving and briefly visible targets at distances ranging from 600 metres to 10 metres. They shot

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Ranger Leo McKay of Kitchenuhmaykoosib shoots in the Ontario rifle championships competition. while standing, kneeling and lying prone on the ground.

They frequently had to run 100 metres between shots. In one rapid-fire contest they had to

fire 10 rounds in 10 seconds.

“They performed very well,” said Warrant Officer Gary DesRoches, an army instructor and the team captain. “I heard

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nothing but compliments from everyone because they were very professional and performed very well against some of the best shooters in Ontario.”

The Rangers received a week of intensive training at Borden prior to the contest.

“They were taught to fire by the Elders but the science of shooting was never put into the equation,” said Warrant Officer Gary DesRoches, an army instructor. “Here they learn how to really shoot. They learn how to shoot in different elements, like wind, rain, the position of the sun, heat mirage. They started out extremely poorly.

I was kind of upset at first.

But they learned and they did very well. You can see the smiles on their faces.”

Sergeant Gull agreed. “Let’s put it this way,” he said. “I was correct in a lot of ways in how to shoot before I came here. I thought I knew how to shoot.

But this instructor knows a lot.

He said: ‘What do you think you know? You know nothing.’

So I listened to him.”

Sergeant Gull said the training “fine tuned” his shooting techniques by teaching him about the science of shooting, including breathing, body positioning, and finger pressures.

At the end of it he was able to put all his shots into the center of the target at 600 metres.

“I impressed myself at what I did,” he said. “I’m certainly going to pass on what I learned here to the rest of my patrol in Peawanuck.”

The Rangers have participated in each of the last annual provincial shooting championships. “You can see the senior Ranger shooters’ scores getting progressively better,” said Tim Kagetsu, the match director.

“You can see the senior Ranger shooters passing their knowledge and experience on to the new shooters. I’m glad to see them here.”

The Rangers collected championship medals in individual and team categories in the bolt-action rifle matches. They also won the falling plate team contest, in which competitors have to shoot and knock over metal plates after running 100 metres.

Sgt. Peter Moon is the public affairs Ranger for 3rd Canadian Ranger Patrol Group at Canadian Forces Base Borden.

Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin Everyone working together to raise our children

MEEGWETCH NORTH SPIRIT LAKE Tikinagan Child and Family Services thanks the community of North Spirit Lake First Nation for hosting our 2012 Annual Chiefs Assembly, Aug. 22 & 23

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our excellent planning, tireless effort, warm hospitality and beautiful school venue were greatly appreciated.

The success of our meeting in your community reinforces our commitment to holding Tikinagan assemblies in the north.

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Tikinagan executive director Ernest Beck, along with members of the board of directors and elders council, present North Spirit Lake chief and council with a gift of thanks.

Local organizer Thomas Tookate.

Robbi Meekis moves a mountain of meeting supplies.

Logan Meekis performs on guitar.

Shuttle bus driver Angus Rae.

North Spirit Lake Chief Rita Thompson welcomes Coun. Gary Owen of Poplar Hill, Sachigo Lake Coun. Richard Mekanak and other delegates.

Nine-month-old Andrew McKay dances with help from mom Betsy.

Ashlynn Wesley, hoop dancer in-training.

The host chief and council, clockwise from back left: Deputy Chief Rachel Ombash, Corey Rae, Brian Rae, Chief Rita Thompson, and Jake Kakekagamick.

Cooks, from left, Ellen Rae, Betsy McKay, Kayla Rae, and Charlotte Berens.

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