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Jim Jacobs wins country album of the year at the SSIMAs

said, he was on a mission to pursue his country music career.

Jim Jacobs is a relative newcomer to the country music industry and he has already won an award on his debut album, That’s The Way It Goes.

He walked away with the Country Music Album of the Year at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa on June 6 and his songs are getting air time all over the world.

This is less than a year after the album was first released in September 2022.

“It’s a pretty good feeling,” Jacobs said in an interview while he was stationed in Ontario’s far north for a career day presentation at Webequie First Nation.

A heavy equipment operator, Jacobs splits his time between his union job and country music career, with hopes to focus solely on his music career one day.

Jacobs was born in Hagersville and raised in Smoothtown, a nickname for a section of the Six Nations reserve.

Like many kids on Six Nations in the 60s, 70s and 80s, he grew up listening to country legends like Merle Haggard, George Jones, Waylon Jennings

and Conway Twitty, to name a few.

In high school, he started learning how to play guitar, while he was also heavily into sports.

He attended university in the United States on a football scholarship and played semi-pro in Buffalo before injuries ended his sports career early.

He took up his love of writing and performing country music songs in the style of the legends he’s looked up to and made his way to Nashville, where he

met legendary steel guitar player Robby Turner, who would eventually become a lifelong friend and producer of his debut album.

After living in Nashville for many years, Jacobs came back to Six Nations in 2011 to help his mom Isabel after she was diagnosed with cancer.

She passed away in 2014.

Jacobs dedicated the award to his mom during his acceptance speech at the awards show.

After his mom died, he

Six years ago, he told Turner he was finally ready to record an album.

It was finished in November 2021 with a release party at The Troubadour in Nashville last September.

He also held a release party at The Gathering Place on Six Nations in December.

Since the release, his single Over For Good has reached number two on the Canadian Indy Countdown and number three on the Indigenous Music Countdown. It’s also reached the top 10 on independent charts in Australia and the United Kingdom.

“It’s kind of getting out there, which I’m happy to see,” said Jacobs. “I’m happy to see there’s still lots of fans of traditional country music out there."

He has always had a love for traditional country music.

“I play some blues stuff but my love has always been country.

Jacobs describes traditional country as having lots of steel guitar and harmonized vocals.

“You can just kinda tell a honky tonk song,” he said. “The new stuff has the pop and rap all mixed into it.”

His producer, Robby, actually worked with the legendary Highwaymen, who

most know was composed of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson, and are considered pioneers of the “outlaw country” subgenre.

“He knows exactly what I wanted to sound like from the artists that I love,” said Jacobs. “He had the best studio musicians play on it so I was really grateful for that. I play guitar but I’m not a studio guy that can throw their heart and soul into the song.”

His songs are all about real-life experiences.

“That’s what county music has always been about to me, like, real story-telling.”

Jacobs also covered a few songs from a few Six Nations artists in his album, including Murray Porter’s “In The Mood.”

“I know Murray was pretty happy with the rendition of the song he did.”

More booking opportunities are coming his way and he’ll be hitting the festival circuit this summer.

"It’s kind of a challenging time to get into the scene.”

Jacobs will be performing at the Six Nations Fall Fair on Sept. 9 for any local fans who want to come see him.

His album is available on all digital platforms and his Instagram handle is @ JimJacobs57.

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Kawenni:io/Gaweni:yo receives high school accreditation

work of the board at the Cayuga and Mohawk language immersion school, it has received accreditation for its secondary school students.”

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Six Nations is celebrating after language immersion school Kawenni:io/ Gaweni:yo

Private School (KGPS) announced it received accreditation for its high school program.

The school got the news on June 7.

In a press release, KGPS said, “Thanks to the hard

KPGS board chair Ruby Jacobs said, “thanks to this very critical outcome, high school graduates can continue to be granted credits for completed courses.”

The private language immersion school has operated from the second floor of the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena for over a decade. It is the only

school in Canada that offers Cayuga and Mohawk languages from kindergarten through Grade 12.

“Congratulations to all from the board, for diligence and hard work to accomplish this,” Jacobs said.

Chief Mark Hill said the accreditation was a victory for the youth and community.

“Having a language immersion school in our community is important. It not only allows our youth the opportunity to

learn and maintain our languages now, but for future generations. To have that recognized beyond Six Nations of the Grand River is a huge step in the right direction.”

KGPS has operating on Six Nations in various locations since the 80s without ever having a permanent home of their own.

They’re currently trying to get enough money together - around $30 million - to build their own school.

Six Nations drug busts yields seizure of the deadly drug carfentanil

A man and a woman from Hamilton are facing several charges after a Six Nations Police investigation yielded a large amount of drugs including fentanyl and a deadly drug known as carfentanil, an opioid 10,000 times more potent than morphine.

The arrests came after police conducted a drug trafficking investigation on Six Nations called Project Dinero.

The bust yielded about $130,000 worth of drugs, including fentanyl, cocaine, oxycodone and carfentanil, an opioid

so powerful that the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) cautions law enforcement and emergency medical personnel to wear personal protective equipment if they suspect they will come in contact with it. It was developed as a veterinary anesthetic for large animals such as elephants and is not approved for human use.

The drugs were being trafficked on Six Nations and surrounding areas, according to Six Nations Police.

Police also seized money, scales, a cutting agent, firearms, ammunition, cell phones, stolen property and a luxury vehicle.

Six Nations Police conducted search warrants on

a vehicle and residences in Hamilton and Brantford with the assistance of the Brantford Police Service Tactical Unit.

Two people are facing numerous charges.

Arie Mohammed Hasan, 22, of Hamilton, is charged with:

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

carfentanil

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

fentanyl

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

cocaine

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

oxycodone

-proceeds of crime, over $5,000

-possession of stolen

property, under $5,000

-ammunition: careless use

-uttering a forged document

Leah Marie Carr, 25, of Hamilton:

-possession for the purpose of trafficking: carfentanil

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

fentanyl

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

cocaine

-possession for the purpose of trafficking:

oxycodone

-proceeds of crime, over $5,000

-possession of stolen property, under $5,000 Both were taken into custody to await a bail hearing.

OPP searching for evidence at Six Nations property in Amber Ellis disappearance

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A major search operation

dozens of officers deployed from both the OPP and Six Nations police forces searched a Sixth Line Road home last week for evidence in the disappearance of Amber Ellis. After one week, no updates have been provided by police about what they were looking for or what, if anything, was found.

Ellis, 33, has been missing for over two years. She was last seen in February 2021 at the house, located at 3698 Sixth Line.

Family members said the house has been empty for some time and that Amber was last seen at that location before she disappeared.

Police announced they would be on the Sixth Line property for several days as they continue

the investigation into her disappearance. A heavy police presence was on site including two forensic identification vehicles. Police informed 2RT the site was considered a crime scene and directed reporters to contact OPP media officers who shared that there would be no updates into their investigations. However, CTV reported police said the investigation was part of an “evidence based search”.

The OPP Criminal Investigation Branch advised the public there was no risk to public safety.

At least five OPP vehicles, a large Highway Safety Division truck, and a Six Nations Police vehicle on scene.

Ellis had ties to Six Nations, Brantford, Cambridge and Hamilton.

Her mother, Donna Ellis, has created a public Facebook group ‘Missing…. Amber Ellis’ for tips and discussion in the hopes

of finding answers to her daughter’s whereabouts.

There was also a $50,000 reward offered last October for information relating to her disappearance.

Investigators have said they believe there are witnesses who have information about Ellis’s disappearance who have not come forward.

OPP are expected to be at the location for several days.

The OPP said in a press release that Six Nations Police will also be present to provide assistance.

Ellis is described as 5’9”, 120 lbs., with a thin build, brown eyes, and dark hair. She had been living at a Haldimand County address at the time of her disappearance.

Police would not answer questions from The Two Row Times and said no additional information would be provided at this time because it is an ongoing investigation.

Six Nations Pride Outreach outlook of events

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The Six Nations Pride Outreach committee has been busy preparing for Pride 2023 since last year’s successful string of events. This year celebrants can expect Ride 4 Pride to return

Celebrate Six Nations PRIDE all summer

for its fourth year as well as a second annual Paddle 4 Pride and several other events staggered throughout the summer months.

Ride 4 Pride is expected to take place July 8 with the route and details surrounding the event yet to be determined. Participants can rest assured that the Six Nations Pride Outreach

committee has taken feedback and successes from previous years’ events into consideration as they plan the route and make adjustments to road safety, timelines, police presence, and include more safety measures.

As with previous years, participants are encouraged to take part however

they choose to in the ride, whether via walking, biking, skateboarding, running, scootering or another mode of transportation. There will be water stations set up at the beginning and end of the journey.

Throughout June and July, the group is also hosting weekly paddles at Chiefswood Park with a

The Six Nations Pride Outreach committee has been busy planning this year’s pride events. Submitted by Six Nations Pride Outreach. FILE

larger Paddle 4 Pride event to take place on August 19. More event details to come regarding Paddle 4 Pride.

The group is excited to announce its first Haudenosaunee queer gathering in October on the 28th which will be followed by a queer prom. What might a queer prom look like on Six Nations? The group says to stay tuned for more details or visit the group’s social media pages for more details as they are released.

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Anthem change proposed

TORONTO — A new poll suggests only a third of Canadians support a proposal from Mississauga, Ont., to ask the federal government to change the lyrics of the national anthem.

The proposed resolution put forward by Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie would ask Ottawa to alter a line to ``O Canada! Our home on native land.'' Market research firm Leger surveyed 1,525 people online between June 7 and June 11, asking whether they support the proposal.

The results indicate 33 per cent of those polled support changing the anthem, with 48 per cent opposed, and 19 per cent saying they don't know.

Support for the change was higher among younger Canadians, with 42 per cent of respondents aged 18 to 34 supporting the proposed move.

Aaniin is how to casually greet someone or say hello in Ojibwe and as of June 10 is officially the name of Tkaronto's (Toronto) first Indigenous department store.

The store’s founder Chelsee Pettit wants people to view Indigenous products, art, fashion and design as more than simply souvenirs at a gift shop or gas station on your way through an Indigenous territory and is doing so through aaniin. aaniin is in Toronto’s Stackt Market — an artsy, industrial-chic complex with trendy shops and eclectic eats and drinks.

2RT caught up with Chelsee the day before aaniin’s grand opening last weekend to chat about her goals, ideas, and plans to have Indigenous-owned businesses and products hit mainstream shopping in a modern light.

Check out www.aaniin. shop to view products available online and @ aaniin.hello on Instagram.

2RT: Why did you pick aaniin as the name of your department store?

Chelsee: People know how to say hello in so many different languages but a lot of people don't know how to say hello in traditional Indigenous languages. That’s why I decided to focus on aaniin. Being that the goal is to start a conversation, what better way to start a conversation than with a very

In Toronto they say aaniin to Aaniin

casual hello?

2RT: What is the difference between a department store and renting space in a commercial shopping centre?

Chelsee: My goal is to create a brand experience that shows Indigenous businesses and brands in a more modern light than what people are used to. I want people to come in because they view it as similar to Nike or another established brand. I'm creating a mainstream approach to people supporting Indigenous brands and businesses. That type of approach can be intimidating to a lot of non-Indigenous people who want to support Indigenous businesses. Making it look like any other store that's out there accomplishes that. My long-term vision is to make something that people like and think is cool. Then they come in and realize it is an Indigenous business.

2RT: Where are you from?

Chelsee: I'm from Sarnia, Ontario and I am a member of Aamjiwnaang First Nation.

2RT: In what ways do the places you call or have called home influence the way that you want your business to operate?

Chelsee: I left Sarnia because I felt very excluded. I left when I was 18 years old for Ottawa. That is where my soul fits; small-town vibes in a big city. And the people there are aware of a lot of different issues. I've lived in London, Ontario too but I think Ottawa is where I fit in the most.

Toronto has brought

me the most opportunities. I don't think I would have started this business venture if I still lived in Ottawa. I think being recognized as a Toronto brand will draw more people in and garner a lot more attention. I want to have authentic representation of Indigenous people in mainstream society as opposed to bringing us in for Indigenous history month or a Truth and Reconciliation Day event. I want to have a brand that supports people and that people feel comfortable coming to 365 days a year.

2RT: The soft opening held on June 7, how were you feeling moments before it started?

Chelsee: The whole store was a complete mess. We got it cleaned up and ready to go maybe 20 minutes before people started arriving. So I did not have much time to take it all in. I was

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getting emotional and overwhelmed when it all came together because I thought, "Holy shit, it's done." It's weird not being able to hold space for yourself while you hold space for so many others. But I'll get better at that.

2RT: What were you feeling after the event?

Chelsee: So overjoyed. I felt so proud of myself. It was just such a cool feeling. I do what I do for moments like that where I can be in a room with all my favourite people and see how worth it all the hard work was. I'm not looking at it as if we are going to be in malls across Canada in five years. I look at it more like, these are my friends that I can uplift and support and we are all going to continue growing together. That is what keeps me moving forward.

2RT: What are you feeling right now one day before the grand opening?

Chelsee: I feel uncertain. The opening could go really well. Or it might not be what I'm expecting. So you have to adjust your expectations. It is crazy to leave your success and open up your work and vision to other people, but, I've done what I can. I feel like I'm giving a sports interview — we gave it our all and it’s all out on the field now.

2RT: How are you planning on remaining true to yourself, your business model, and the cultural mindset that you want as you're inviting such a range of other cultures into one small space?

Chelsee: I think about that all the time. This is an Ojibwe business now but I want to include all Indigenous languages going forward. We just have to get funding for that first. I want to be able to get funding before I can start hiring elders

and language teachers to start supporting the business. Those steps are easy for non-profits but because we are a for-profit business, we don't have those types of connections and opportunities that a non-profit would have. It has to be from either myself, revenue from the business or third-party investors.

2RT: What sort of products can shoppers expect?

Chelsee: You can come in and walk out with a whole outfit. Whether you're going out for dinner, or you just want to lounge around at home we've got it. We also have beadwork by 16 Indigenous designers that are based mostly in or around the GTA. We also have products from a designer based in Arizona and another in Oregon. We are starting to grow those connections across the nation. Across Turtle Island. We have blankets and candles too but are much larger than a gift shop. Often when people think of Indigenous business they immediately think of souvenirs, magnets, things like that. In my opinion, Indigenous products are so much more than souvenirs when you visit Canada or an Indigenous territory.

I'm wearing a tracksuit from here right now. So, in the same way, you can go to Nike, Adidas, or Hudson's Bay Company and buy a tracksuit, you can come to aaniin and walk out with the same quality pieces.

Brands featured at Toronto’s first Indigenous department store include Cheekbone Beauty, Lesley Hampton, Luke Swinson, Ocean Kiana, and Running Fox Beads

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`Dances With Wolves' actor facing additional charges in Alberta

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TSUUT'INA FIRST NATION — Police in Alberta have issued warrants for Nathan Chasing Horse, a former actor in the movie ``Dances With Wolves,'' for nine charges including sexual exploitation, sexual assault and removing a child from Canada under the age of 16.

Tsuut'ina Nation Police Service said in a news release that the investigation has spanned several years with one of the offences dating back to 2005.

The actor has been in jail in Las Vegas since his arrest in January in southern Nevada, where he is charged with 18 felonies, including sexual assault of a minor, child abuse and kidnapping.

Court documents say he was the leader of a cultlike group called ``The Circle.'' Documents allege he used his position to gain the trust of Indige-

nous families and their children, and take underage wives.

The Nevada prosecution was put on pause as the actor, who played young Sioux character Smiles a Lot in Kevin Costner's 1990 Oscar-winning film, appealed to the state's Supreme Court to dismiss the case.

His lawyers have argued that his accusers wanted to have sex with him.

Chasing Horse is also facing criminal charges in Montana and British Columbia.

The U.S. arrest report alleges a British Columbia woman reported Chasing Horse to RCMP, who contacted Las Vegas police, prompting the investigation that led to his arrest.

The woman alleged she was 13 years old when she met the actor while he was performing ceremonies in Canada. She alleges he began to have sex with her when she was 17.

Tsuut'ina police, who serve the First Nation west of Calgary, said the prosecution of Chasing Horse in different legal jurisdictions has required significant planning and co-operation. In 2015, the Tsuut'ina band council passed a resolution banning the actor from all community events.

More information on the Alberta investigation is to be released Wednesday.

U.S. arrest documents detailed how the Alberta police service received a complaint earlier this year from a woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted as a 15-year-old and taken to the United States as one of Chasing Horse's multiple wives. That woman eventually returned to Canada because she could no longer take the physical and emotional abuse, the documents said.

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Chilliwack gets Indigenous Justice

The Canadian Press CHILLIWACK, B.C. —

The over-representation of Indigenous people in British Columbia's jails is a destructive cycle that must be broken, said Premier David Eby as he officially opened a First Nations justice centre in the Fraser Valley.

Indigenous people comprise about five per cent of B.C.'s population, but account for about 30 per cent of people in provincial jails, Eby said Monday.

``One of the pieces of work that we need to do in our province is making sure that we address the core issues that bring people into contact with the justice system, into conflict with the law, into conflict with their neighbours and communities,'' he said at a news conference at Chilliwack, east of Vancouver.

``A lifetime in and out of jail doesn't make anybody safer,'' he said. ``It doesn't address the core issues that cause that cycle. We need to break that cycle.''

The government is working with the Indigenous-led B.C. First Nations Justice Council to move ahead with measures launched three years ago, that reflect justice system reforms envisioned by Indigenous people, Eby said.

The Chilliwack facility will provide culturally appropriate information and supports for Indigenous people struggling with legal issues in the Fraser Valley area.

B.C. already has Indigenous Justice Centres in Prince Rupert, Prince George and Merritt, as well as a virtual centre serving the province. There are plans to expand to a total of 15 locations over the next three years.

Eby also announced $10 million to support community-based First Nations justice programs that aim to address circumstances that may have led to offences and ensure individual housing, mental health and addictions treatment needs are addressed.

``If we want to break the

cycle for someone who is Indigenous and involved in that cycle, we have to have culturally appropriate responses that meet the needs of where they're at,'' he said. ``That's the only way that we'll be successful.''

Eby said the B.C. First Nations Justice Council is undertaking work that is critical ``to address the over-representation of Indigenous people in our justice system.''

Kory Wilson, B.C. First Nations Justice Council chairwoman, said the B.C. government has shown ``courage to do things differently to allow Indigenous people to lead on our path of justice and right those wrongs of the past.''

She said the goal of the provincial justice centres is to show Indigenous people are breaking the cycle of incarceration.

``We are committing to ensuring all four justice centres have the most effective, most appropriate culturally sensitive (services),'' said Wilson.

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First Nation proposes class action against Ottawa for housing

federal government comply with its obligation to provide adequate housing on First Nations.

many promises made to our people.''

WINNIPEG — The chief of a remote First Nation in northern Manitoba is proposing a national class-action lawsuit against the federal government for failing to address the housing crisis on reserves.

Chief Elvin Flett, of St. Theresa Point First Nation, is seeking $5 billion in compensation, as well as an order that the

``Most homes on reserve are falling apart and many are infested with mould and other toxins. Our lack of housing on reserve forces generation after generation to cramp together under the same roof,'' Flett told reporters Monday.

``This is about broken promises, including the treaties, and the honour of the Crown to act and the

Flett, on behalf of himself and his community, and his legal team at the Toronto-based firm McCarthy Tetrault LLP filed a statement of claim in Federal Court Monday. The claim names the attorney general of Canada as the defendant.

The statement of claim alleges Canada has, ``deliberately underfunded housing on reserves,'' while simultaneously isolating First Nations by

imposing restrictions on their ability to provide housing for themselves.

``The resulting catastrophe for First Nations and their members was not only predictable, it was the defendant's intended result,'' the statement claims.

An emailed statement from Indigenous Services Canada said it was aware of Monday's news conference announcing the proposed lawsuit. It said it would continue to work with all First Nation

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communities, including St. Theresa Point First Nation, to address and improve on-reserve housing conditions.

``The Government of Canada is committed to doing more to ensure that every First Nations community has safe and adequate housing,'' the statement said.

St. Theresa Point is one of four First Nations that make up the Island Lake region in northeastern Manitoba. The community of 5,200 people is accessible by plane or ice road for six weeks out of the year.

About 467 families in the community need homes, said Flett.

There are approximately 646 houses in St. Theresa Point with 25 per cent condemnable due to severe decay and rotting, Flett added. Others require major repairs averaging in cost from $55,000 to $86,000.

The community received federal funding last year for 20 two-bedroom units.

``It's barely a dent in what (St. Theresa Point) needs. It doesn't keep up with the decay in their house and let alone the growth of their population,'' said Michael Rosenberg, counsel for the community. ``The First Nation, like so many others across the country, falls farther and farther behind.''

Flett said some of his community's members, and others from First Nations across the country, are living in unimaginable conditions that aren't seen elsewhere.

who often don't have access to personal space.

Indigenous Services Canada's statement said that since April 2016, the federal department has invested $3.93 billion for First Nations housing, which it said has supported 3,766 housing projects in 611 First Nations communities.

It said that as a result, nearly 15,000 more homes on reserve have been constructed or are in progress.

It also noted a joint working group made up of the Assembly of First Nations, Indigenous Services Canada and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation is developing a 10-year national First Nations housing and related infrastructure strategy.

Grand Chief Cathy Merrick, of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, said housing on First Nations has been a ``stain on the conscience of (communities) for far too long.''

``First Nations people in Manitoba and across Canada have endured overcrowded, dilapidating and substandard housing, undermining their health and their well-being.''

Rosenberg said the proposed compensation would address inadequate housing in communities and those who have been injured by their living conditions.

``It's important to recognize that no one class action will solve all the problems of housing,'' he added.

The proposed class action is directed toward the most extreme housing emergencies in First Nations. Rosenberg said communities where at least half of the population resides in homes with a shortfall of two or more bedrooms and are in need of major repairs may be eligible to sign on.

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It's not uncommon for families of 12 to live under one roof. In one instance in St. Theresa Point, 32 people are living in a four-bedroom home. Leaders have heard of members sleeping in shifts, while other families resort to more ``precarious housing'' including living out of school buses, shacks, tents and makeshift cabins.

The state of housing on First Nations has mental and physical health repercussions, said Flett. Members live with ailments that leaders say are linked to toxins in the home while overcrowding affects youth and teens

The community and Flett are inviting other First Nations to join in the lawsuit.

``Together we must demand the housing that we deserve ? together we can create a safer and healthier future for First Nations across Canada.''

A judge must certify the class action before it can proceed.

More work to be done on Indigenous representation in corporate world: panel

CANADIAN PRESS editor@tworowtimes.com

TWO ROW TIMES

TORONTO — More work needs to be done to improve Indigenous representation on corporate boards and in business, according to a panel of Indigenous women in the business world.

``There are so many highly talented and capable Indigenous people in this country that could take those seats on boards, but we have to ensure that we're ... looking outside of the criteria that we've always looked at,'' said Tabatha Bull, president and CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. Corporate boards should expand their criteria when seeking new members, said Bull, as Indigenous people are often excluded because they lack things like top management experience.

One common criteria

for board positions is chief executive-level experience, said Bull.

``We know that there's a barrier to have Indigenous people on the C-suite,'' said Bull.

By sticking to these kinds of criteria, boards may be missing out on a whole group of people, she said.

``If we continue to look at that past resume, we're going to be limited into how we can actually have real talented, incredibly smart, Indigenous women and Indigenous people on boards.''

Bull spoke at a virtual panel hosted by the Empire Club of Canada, alongside Jenn Harper, the founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Inc., and Tammy Brown, national industry leader for industrial markets at KPMG in Canada.

Brown said that boards should consider the outcomes they're seeking from new appointments instead of the traditional

criteria they have relied on, and consider the capabilities of potential candidates beyond their resumes.

``We would look to recruiters who have the ability to bring a diverse group and not just the traditional mainstream recruiters,'' she said.

Moderator Caitlin Tolley, legal counsel for the Indigenous Justice Division of the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney-General, said many of the challenges the women on the panel faced earlier in their careers exist still today.

``Indigenous women still have to work harder to be seen,'' she said.

Harper said she feels fortunate to have received funding for her startup, which now sells in 52 Sephora stores across Canada and more than 600 JCPenney locations in the U.S.

A minuscule portion of venture capital goes to Indigenous women, she

said.

Harper encouraged Canadians to seek out businesses that align with their values and support them with their purchases.

Bull said while change is needed to improve Indigenous representation on corporate boards, the boards also need access to education on equity and Indigenous issues so that the onus to bring up these issues doesn't fall entirely on Indigenous people.

``The entire board needs to look at what is their mission and responsibility with respect to how they're moving forward on Indigenous reconciliation in their company, and everyone around the boardroom table needs to be asking the questions about how policies or programs are impacting Indigenous people,'' she said.

New Canada Post stamp honours first Indigenous woman to lead a Canadian government

western Arctic.

ULUKHAKTOK, N.W.T. —

The first Indigenous woman to lead a provincial or territorial government in Canada is being honoured with a new stamp.

Canada Post says it has unveiled a stamp in honour of Nellie Cournoyea, known as a champion of her people in Canada's

Cournoyea was the first Indigenous woman, and second woman, to head a provincial or territorial government in Canada, serving as premier of the Northwest Territories from 1991 to 1995.

Canada Post says in a statement Cournoyea is known for the unwavering vision, work ethic and heart that have guided her fight for Indigenous self-determination and

Inuit empowerment. Canada Post says the stamp is one of three Indigenous leaders stamps that will be released on June 21.

The postal operator is also issuing stamps paying tribute to B.C. Indigenous leader George Manuel and Alberta Indigenous leader Thelma Chalifoux.

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The Six Nations Casino Bus Group has another Casino Trip Planned and you’re invited!

WHEN: Wednesday, July 5, 2023

WHERE: Casino Rama

HOW MUCH: $35/PERSON includes $10 in SLOT PLAY

The Six Nations Casino Bus Group has another Casino and you’re invited!

The Casino Bus will leave at 8:00 a.m. from the Dajoh/Community Hall Parking lot and return back to Ohsweken around 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, July 5, 2023

(SN Parks and Recreation have asked that you park vehicles along the fence line on the North Side of parking lot)

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Full weekend for Six Nations Arrows: one win on road but drop two at home

TWO ROW TIMES

SIX NATIONS — The Six Nations Jr. A Arrows had three games in four nights over the past weekend. Friday they were on the road to play the Brampton Excelsiors.

Brampton got on the board early taking a 1-0 lead in the first minute of play. Ross Hill answered a minute later for the Arrows to tie the game 1-1. Brampton scored the next goal, but the Arrows defense would hold them scoreless the rest of the opening period as their offence would put five in a row behind the Excelsiors goaltender.

Daylin John-Hill and Taka Thompson would provide two each with

Mitch VanEvery adding a single marker. The Arrows offence kept it going in the second period scoring eleven goals in the frame causing Brampton to switch goaltenders multiple times.

Arrows would eventually cruise to a decisive 17-9 victory with goaltenders Tehonatake Nicholas and Sagoyehdehs Hill combining for 55 saves in the win. Offensively the Arrows were led by Daylin John-Hill (5g, 3a), Brendan Anderson (4g, 4a), Mitch VanEvery (1g, 4a), Taka Thompson (3g, 1a), Oneniotekowa Maracle (2g, 2a), with Ros and Thunder Hill both chipping a goal and two assists each.

Sunday night the Arrows hosted the defending Minto Cup Champions Whitby Warriors. The Arrows did not come with

the same offensive spark it had two nights earlier as they could only muster 13 shots in the period while scoring once off the stick of Oneniotekowa Maracle. Whitby would build a 6-1 lead to end the first period.

The second would not be much different as Whitby would build a 13-4 lead. Arrows goals came from Maracle with his second with Blayze Becker and Ross Hill adding one each. The Arrows would win the final period 4-2 but could not cut much into the Whitby lead and would drop the game by a score of 15-8. Arrows third period goals were scored by Matt Hamill, Thunder Hill, Reef Beal and Brendan Anderson.

Arrows had a quick chance at redemption the following night at ILA against the Mimico

Six Nations Chiefs defeat Excelsiors at ILA

By TRT Staff with notes from sixnationschiefs. blogspot.com

In a 16-7 victory over the Brampton Excelsiors last Tuesday, the Six Nations Pro-fit Chiefs earned their fourth win out of five games. This ranks them in first place in Major Series Lacrosse standings.

At the start, Lyle Thompson wasted no time getting the Chiefs on the board converting a Sam LeClair pass, but his goal answered immediately by the Excelsiors. Charlie Scanlon regained the Six Nations lead banking one off the post off a Cody Jamieson feed, but again, was answered by Brampton on the power-play.

Charlie Scanlon scored his second goal of the night converting a Liam LeClair feed, followed by Ben McIntosh scoring off a Brendan Bomberry pass moments later. Cody Jamieson added a power-play goal, followed by Austin Staats adding another from Lyle Thompson 24 seconds lat-er.

Austin Staats scored the next two goals.

The Six Nations Chiefs

opened the second period scoring with Brendan Bomberry, followed by Charlie Scanlon with his third of the game from Lyle Thompson. The consecutive goals contin-ued with Austin Staats scoring his fourth of the night on a bounce shot.

Brampton got on the board on the power-play, and earned three consecutive goals. Lyle Thomp-son scored with less than a minute left to increase the Chiefs lead to seven.

The Chiefs opened the third period scoring as Austin Staats converted a Lyle Thompson feed for his fifth goal of the night, followed by Mason Kamminga unassisted. Sam LeClair added to the Chiefs lead with a single.

The Excelsiors back on the board going in a breakaway goal, but Clay Scanlan scored on the power-play off a quick stick from Sam LeClair. The Excelsiors offered the final goal of the game, closing it out at 16-7 for the Chiefs.

By the end of the game, Austin Staats scored five times and added four assists to lead the win.

Mountaineers. The Arrows offence again could not get things rolling against a veteran Mimico defense. Defensively the Arrows played well 5 on 5 but were forced to kill off quite a few penalties giving up 5 power play goals.

Arrows got two goals from Winter Rivera while Hawi Francis, Oneniotakowa Maracle and Isaac Squire-Hill added singles. In the end the Arrows would fall 15-6 dropping their record to 3-5 on the season which is has them currently sitting in eighth place clinging to the last playoff spot in the Ontario Junior Lacrosse League. The next two games are at the ILA where they host the Brampton Excelsiors on Sunday, June 18 at 7pm and the Burlington Blaze Wednesday, June 21 at 8pm.

The steady play of defenseman Louis Alfred has been one of the positives for the Arrows so far this season. BENNOR JACOBS

SIX NATIONS — In a 16-7 victory over the Brampton Excelsiors last Tuesday, the Six Nations Pro-fit Chiefs earned their fourth win out of five games. This ranks them in first place in Major Series Lacrosse standings. While putting in a stellar performance, Austin Staats scored five times and added four assists to lead the win. 2RT STAFF

Six Nations Rebels earn 18 undefeated regular season games thus far

in between, Winter Rivera put up his second goal of the game.

SIX NATIONS —The Six Nations Junior ‘B’ Rebels are strongly maintaining the top spot of the leagues Western conference; they sit undefeated after 18 scheduled games as of last Saturday.

On Thursday, June 8, the Rebels visited the Elora Mohawk for an exciting match at the Fergus Memorial Arena.

In the first period, the score was kept close, but Hodo Martin opened scoring with a single. This was followed by another from Joe Squire, interrupted by a response from Elora. Joe Squire put his second away, and Elora put one more on the board before the end of the period.

Coming into the second with a 1-goal deficit, Elora put a single away, before Winter Rivera re-sponded with his first goal. This was tailed by another single from Damon Doxtatar. With another Elora goal

In the third period, Winter Rivera kept his streak and out his third goal away 2 minutes into the period. Elora responded with two goals, but Anahilias Doxtador and Rakawineh Elijah cut their efforts off with singles. Again, Elora mustered a final goal, but Rakawineh Elijah put away his second goal, and Kaylem Whales Racette earned the final goal of the game.

This finished the game off with an 11-7 win for the Rebels.

Last time the Rebels played at home, they hosted the Windsor Clippers on Friday, June 2, for a match that ended in a close score of 8-4. But this Friday, June 9, they faced the Welland Gener-als within the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena (ILA).

In the first, the Rebels put up the only goals of the period. Damonie Thomas, Anahilis Doxtatar and Kaylem Whales Racette put singles up,

closing the period 3-0. In the second period, Macay Jimerson opened scoring, as the Regals offered up their first two goals of the game. Damon Doxtatar came in with his first, followed by another single from Joe Squire. The Regals offered two more goals, before Anahilis Doxtatar went for his second and third, Macay for his second and Damon

Doxtador with a single.

In the third period, the Regals offered two goals before the end, and Joe Squire put up his sec-ond goal of the game to finalize the Rebels win 11-6.

The following evening on Saturday, June 10, the Rebels travelled to St. Catharines to meet up with Athletics within the Canada Games Arena.

A close game ensued,

with Winter Rivera opening scoring for the first period. The Athletics of-fered three consecutive goals within minutes of each other, while Winter Rivera put away his second goal. The Athletics put up another single before the end of the period. This gave away a 2-4 lead to the Athletics, the first lead on the Rebels in the first period in several games.

Coming into the second period, the Athletics put up the first goal. But determined to take away the deficit, Anahilis Doxtador, Hodo Martin and Damonie Thomas put singles up within 1 minute of the period. The Athletics offered one more response, before Anahilis Doxtador and Macay Jimerson closed the period with singles, taking the lead 7-6.

In the third period, Joe Squire opened scoring, and the Athletics mustered two goals. But Damonie Thomas and Trace Hill put two more up to cancel them out. This closed the game at 10-8, one of the closest games in weeks for the Rebels.

The next match for the Rebels will see them visit the Cambridge Highlanders on Tuesday, June 13. But will see them play at home again as usual on Friday, June 16, pitting them against the Hamilton Bengals at 8:00 p.m., within the ILA.

Brandon Montour sees birth of 1st child in-between NHL Finals games

days ago, after his wife Ryian gave birth to their first child, a son named Kai on June 4.

Currently, the Florida Panthers sit with a 1-3 standing going into Game 5 on Tuesday night.

The Florida Panthers hit the ice Saturday for Game 4 against the Vegas Golden Knights, and came away with their third loss after an over-time win in Game 3.

Brandon Montour became a new father only

Ryian went into labour last Saturday, just as Game 1 in the NHL final series began. His coach, Paul Maurice, was the one who broke the news that Ryian was in labour.

Montour left Las Vegas around 2 a.m. last Sunday, not long after the series opener ended, and flew back to Florida on a private jet, making it in time for the birth.

He arrived in Florida around 6:30 a.m. and baby Kai was born around noon. With little time to waste, he was back in Vegas by 10 p.m. Sunday night.

Montour returned for Game 2 and played 26:13, the most of anyone on either team. Although in a deficit, the Panthers still have their eyes on the cup, with Montour as a top defensive asset for the troupe.

Montour scored a goal on three shots in last Thursday's 3-2 overtime

win in Game 3 over the Golden Knights. Montour opened the scoring at 4:08 of the first period, snapping a 10-game point drought in the process.

Six Nations, where Montour partly grew up, has been hosting community watch parties to cheer the Panthers on. Another was planned for Saturday night at Gathering Place by the Grand, with a fifth for Tuesday, June 13 for Game 5, the same evening as Two Row Times production.

Six Nations Minor Lacrosse schedule

SIX NATIONS —The Six Nations Junior ‘B’ Rebels remain undefeated in 18 regular season games, with 3 wins this past week. 2RT STAFF

Brandon Montour became a father only days ago, after his wife Ryian gave birth to their son named Kai on June 4. Montour is serving as the fifth defenceman to score seven playoff goals in an active playoff year. BRANDON MONTOUR INSTAGRAM

We would like to thank everyone for the kind words, hugs, cards, flowers & donations. Thank you to Pastor Phil Sault. Many thanks for the songs and laughs Phil & Cec Sault. Thank you, Marty, for singing our Dad to a peaceful rest.

Thank you to the grandsons for carrying Dad home. Thank you to Steve for the eulogy read by Jess and Mandi’s read by Lexi.

Thank Toni Anthony for the great meal. And to the staff of Iroquois Lodge thank you for caring for Dad these past few years, we are grateful.

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CLIVE ORVILLE GARLOW: JUNE 27, 1943 TO MARCH 3, 2023

Clive Orville Garlow had a full life: two sisters (Faith and Gail) and two children (Sean and Arthur) that he loved, a varied and interesting career, and 3 wives. During his 80 years of life, he made friends across the country and internationally on Facebook. He was an advocate for his Native culture and a teacher to many.

Clive spent his early years at the Eliza Hamilton’s Orphanage, which he enjoyed, and at a few foster homes, one of which he lived with Mama Lincoln where Clive formed a bond with his “brother” Bruce, the son of the Lincolns. At the age of 15, he met his birth mother (Meleata Rose) and spent 5 years with her and his stepfather (Art), who taught him the drums. As a trio, they played gigs around southern Ontario.

He maintained life-long friends: Gerry and Jude, Ann, Silvia and Nelson, Sylvie and Bill, and his “brother” James. He also had new-found friends: Terry and Ann, Jean and Linden, Sami, Billy, and Isaak, as well as Lillian’s family and friends.

His working years spanned the gamut: the GM plant in Oshawa, the winter salt camps in Toronto; his 3 chip wagons in the Peterborough area as cook and owner; his managing at many companies: at the Eaton Centre in Toronto, a moving company in Peterborough, a music store; and his best-loved job as a trucker and bus tour driver throughout Turtle Island.

Clive could identify every older car on the road, and did. Most of them he apparently owned at one time or another.

He was also a DJ for years at both Six Nations of the Grand River and at Tyendinaga; a hobby that he loved, during which he accumulated a library of 35,000 favourite tunes.

At his request, his Native library of 100 books has been donated to the Six Nations Public Library, along with 100+ articles on Native issues that he had saved, as well as his genealogy information showing that he was the great-grandson of Chief Josiah Hill who served as Chief of the Six Nations for 42 years, from 1873-1915, a lineage of which Clive was very proud. Also, Clive’s Native regalia, art and artifacts are being donated to the Woodland Cultural Centre in Brantford.

Clive wished to be cremated with sweet grass and then to have half his ashes put into the Bay of Quinte and the other half buried at Grove Cemetery in Dundas, in Lillian’s family plot.

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HENHAWK: Marvin Wayne (Bub)

August 14, 1985 - June 4, 2023

It is with sad and heavy hearts, see you in a while, Bub passed suddenly and unexpectedly on June 4, 2023 at the age of 37 years. Bub was welcomed into his afterlife by his grandfather and grandmother Herman and Leona Henhawk, his grandmother Donna Henhawk, Roy Henhawk, and his mother Laurel (Pebbles). Bub will be missed and remembered fondly by many, especially his father Albert Kelly (Cindy); his siblings Jason (Jamie), Jim (Jamie) and Falisha (Melissa). Nephew of Vernon (predeceased) (Sylvia), Raymond (Donna, predeceased), Lori (predeceased) (George), Ronnie (predeceased), Lucille (Bill), Kevin (Sally), Darryl (Lana), and Tony (Lana). He will also be missed by his best friends, Shane Maracle, and Ross Martin. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com

Eleanor June Hill (nee Jamieson)

24 June 1928 - 6 June 2023

It is with much sadness that the family of Eleanor June Hill is announcing her passing peacefully at home on June 6th, 2023 in her 95th year.

She leaves behind her daughter Barbara Curley, her granddaughter Sara (Lucas) Smith and two great-grandsons, Wyatt and Ethan. Also survived by her sisters Barbara (Doug) Mundy and Deanna (James, deceased) Sky and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband Elliott John Hill, grandson Benjamin W. Curley, parents George and Minnie Jamieson; siblings Hannah, Ted, Blanche, Darlene and Irvin.

Eleanor accomplished many things throughout her life. She was the last surviving founding member of the Toronto Indian Friendship Centre. She was also one of the original Mohawk Singers and spent numerous years volunteering in the community at Iroquois Lodge and Six Nations Agricultural Society. She spent the remainder of her years pursuing her love of golf and ended her golf career winning her club’s Senior Club Championship at age 90 years.

Cremation has taken place at her request. The family would like to thank Dr. Amy Montour, Six Nations Health Services- Home and Community Care’s Palliative Care Team, and CarePartners for their support.

Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohswek-

JOHNSON: Gregory William

Gregory William Johnson passed away on June 8, 2023 in his 68th year. He is survived by his beloved mother Ilene Johnson and siblings, Roxy Lynn Hubley (Michael), Kelly Johnson, Tuesday Johnson-MacDonald (Marty), Pam Johnson, Wednesday Johnson, Debbie Rak (Robert) and Brian Johnson. He is predeceased by his beloved Alex Beaulieu the child of his heart, his father William Johnson, brother Randy Johnson and sister Juanita Johnson. Nieces and nephews Courtney (Patrick), Michael (Leah), Santana (Sam), Ben (Miranda), Sierra, Amanda, Daniel (Maria), Shawn (Sam), Joshua, Thomas, Dwayne, Angie Lindsey and Michael Brian. In addition, 4 great nephews Jackson, Ryan, Jack, Peter and a niece Ava.

Greg was devoted to his beloved mother and family. He was a cornerstone of his family. He was loved by his loving mother and family and will be missed every day.

A private family gathering was held. Cremation to follow. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com

ANDERSON: Rayal Scott “Ray”

It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Rayal Scott Anderson on June 5, 2023 at the age of 33 years. Cherished and loving dad of Rayana Anderson. Loving son of Paula Anderson (Thomas) and the late Rayal “Scott” Anderson.

Loving grandson of Inez John (Thomas).

Loving brother to Waylon (Tikki), Kristy, Niah, Julian, Roxann, Clayton, Howie (Steph), and Tasha. Will be dearly missed by nephews Scott, Donavyn and Mekhi; nieces Tynsley, Roselyn, Laiklyn, and Veira. Traditional friend of Cliff Henry. Also survived by aunties Pat, and Jackie; uncles Rob (Kathy), Mark (Randi), Howard, Mike (Maria), and Dale; along with great uncles, great aunts and many cousins and friends. Predeceased by grandparents Shirley (Betsy) Anderson (Porter) and Dalton Anderson, aunts Joanne Thomas, and Karen Anderson, uncles Wayne Anderson, Junior Anderson, and Jim John.

BOMBERRY: Ruby Elaine Nee: Hill

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Ruby Elaine Bomberry (nee Hill) Mohawk, Bear Clan on June 9, 2023. Survived by lifelong partner Dean Silversmith; children Carter Bomberry & Linz, and predeceased by daughter Tina Louise Bomberry, grandchildren Robert, Larissa, Colten, Graydon, Sophia and Dominic, adopted daughter Lisa Bomberry and surviving siblings. Close connection with niece Chaley and kids.

Thank you to James Bomberry and daughter in law Sarah Bomberry for your continued support to our family. Special medicine friends Patty Stacey and Shawn Hill. Ruby had many roles in office administration within many Indigenous organizations in Toronto, London, Brantford and Six Nations. She was an avid sewer, sports enthusiast, fan of Victor Newman, active role as a helper of traditional ceremonies and loved travel. Special thanks to Six Nations Home and Community Care and West Haldimand Hospital.

The family will honour her life with a visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel, 60 Main St. S., Hagersville on Monday June 12, 2023 from 1pm to 5 pm. (A time of sharing and reflection will be held at 2 pm.). Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Six Nations Food Bank. www.rhbanderson.com

SCHULER: Iris June

On early Friday morning June 9, 2023, Iris was called home by her Creator. After a lengthily struggle with Huntington’s she found a much-deserved peace. Iris was pre-deceased by her daughter Sherry and leaves behind her other girls Dawn (Rhett) and Jody. She leaves behind her grandchildren Alicia (Joseph) Alex, Peter, Emily, Nyah and Keira and her great grandsons Josiah and Eli. Iris will forever be missed by her siblings Bee, Pam and Vince. Special acknowledgement for Iris’ BFFs: Mary Lou, Pattie and Tim. Miigwetch to Peter for his prayers and strong support. Gonokwa.

Resting at his home 2251B Cayuga Rd., Ohsweken after 2 pm. Saturday. Funeral Service and Burial will be held at Lower Cayuga Longhouse on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 11 am.

Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home,

Resting at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line, Ohsweken on Saturday June 10th from 4-8 pm. where funeral service will be held on Sunday June 11th at 1 pm. then proceeding directly to Onondaga Longhouse for a graveside service, immediately followed by a Cayuga Longhouse dining room gathering. www.rh-

CLUES ACROSS

1. In a place to sleep

5. Chemical compound (abbr.)

8. A way to fish

11. Classic Linklater film “__ and Confused”

13. Legume

14. Indonesian island

15. Smooth, creamy substance

16. Arctic

17. Wood sorrels

18. Defied

20. Cattle

21. Tableland

22. Honorably retired and retaining one’s title

25. Repossession

30. Danced

31. Adult males

32. A type of section

33. Type of Japanese animation

38. Satisfaction

41. Fit

43. “Ain’t No Sunshine” singer

45. Failure

47. Israeli city

49. French river

50. Cavalry-sword

55. Nocturnal S. American rodent

56. Liquefied natural gas

57. Afflicted

59. Electronic counter-countermeasures

60. Popular HBO fantasy series (abbr.)

61. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation

62. Large body of water

63. __kosh, near Lake Winnebago

64. Impudence

CLUES DOWN

1. Payroll firm

2. Unit of transmission

3. Rockers Better Than __

4. Bambi is one

5. Highest parts of something

6. Correct behavior

7. Batty

8. Cyprinid fishes

9. Expression of sorrow or pity

10. Site of the famous Leaning Tower

12. American rocker Snider

14. W. African language

19. Symbol to mark for removal

23. __ Squad

24. Resident

25. Federal savings bank

26. Paddle

27. Returned material authorization (abbr.)

28. One point south of due east

29. Winter melon

34. Last or greatest in an indefinitely large series

35. Anger

36. Central European river

37. First responders

39. Spanish noble

40. Persons with absence of skin pigment

41. Defunct airline

42. Small island (British)

44. The extent of something from beginning to end 45. Capital of Bangladesh

46. Dutch cheese

47. Imitates 48. A contest of speed 51. Swiss river 52. Prejudice 53. Actor Idris 54. UNLV’s are Runnin’ 58. Criticize

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, despite your best efforts, you cannot seem to get much work done this week. Your head is in the clouds with matters of the heart. Soon enough your focus will return.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

This week you may tire from charging into battle and prefer others to do the fighting for you, mighty Taurus. You can use a rest from always putting yourself out there.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Adopt a more serious tone this week, Gemini. Your actions may be judged without your knowledge, so lay low. Put the most professional foot forward.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

People may respond much better to comforting words and gestures this week, Cancer. Carefully construct your approach to communicating to reach the widest audience.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

You may soon discover that a person who you consider a friend really is your perfect match, Leo. When you look at this person, the realization may suddenly dawn on you.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, others around you are especially sensitive this week, so even the slightest criticism could be mistaken for an insult. Rather than ruffle feathers, hold your tongue.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

These next few days you could present an opportunity to break free from everyday life and the mundane, Libra. If you don’t know how to proceed, follow your gut.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

You don’t always need to be in pursuit of some sort of intellectual betterment, Scorpio. Get outside and take a walk or swim in a lake. Engage in trivial things that bring you joy.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, you are capable of producing impressive results if you set your mind on a plan. This is the week to dabble in a new hobby that will bring forth your creativity.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Some debates may not come to a swift resolution, Capricorn. You may need to accept that you simply disagree with someone on a particular topic and let things lie.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, you may have been a little worried about your work or studies lately. This week things will lighten up and you’ll feel much more in control of your situation.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

This is likely to be a busy week filled with the potential for travel. Bring along a close friend or a loved one for the adventure