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Princess Pageant and Role Model Contestents
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council revived the Princess Pageant and Youth Role Model competition for the 30th anniversary of the Tlu-piich Summer Games. The contest was held at Haa-huu-payak School on July 23, with Jessica Hamilton (far left) crowned the 2012 Princess, and her sister Keanna Hamilton (in red) named 2012 Youth Role Model. Winning the Iisaak banner was Moriah Cootes (second from left). Pictured to Cootes’ right is Olivia Shewish. And right of Keanna is Ganao Fred-Cranmer, and Raquel Price. For more photos, see page 5.
Nuu-chah-nulth Nations support language courses By Shayne Morrow Ha-Shilth-Sa Contributor Port Alberni—The University of Victoria is offering two Nuu-chah-nulth language courses this fall in partnership with North Island College and the Quuquuatsa Language Society (QLS). The courses, Linguistics 159-I and Linguistics 259-II, are part of the Aboriginal Language Revitalization program at UVic’s Division of Continuing Education and the Department of Linguistics. Students can pursue a certificate, diploma, bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in this new academic field. UVic is now inviting Nuu-chah-nulth language instructors to apply for positions to teach the class, according to Academic Advisor Leslie Saxon. Prospective instructors do not have to have an academic background, she said. “These courses, 159 and 259, are two different levels of language instruction, so we are looking for experts in Nuuchah-nulth language. They don’t have to
be certified. They just have to be expert in their knowledge of the language,” Saxon said. Likewise, the students do not have to be on an academic track to take the courses, she added. “The courses are aimed at anybody in the community who would like to focus on the language,” Saxon said. “These are university courses, but there are no specific requirements on the people who would like to take the course. It’s quite open, and we have admission standards that are quite accessible, I think, to any adult in the community.” A number of Nuu-chah-nulth Nations have independently developed language initiatives over the past decade. About 10 years ago, Huu-ay-aht First Nation published the Barkley Sound (Maa-nulth) Nations dictionary, while this year, Ehattesaht launched a language app and Tseshaht made a quantum leap with an update of its c?išaa?athò page on the First Voices Web site. Last year, Huu-ay-aht provided the initial funding to bring the UVic language course to Port Alberni, and that, in turn, created enough momentum to ensure the
Inside this issue... Hupacasath settles with province over TFL lands...Page 2 Nuu-chah-nulth take part in small fishery................Page 3 Determination will get students to their goals.........Page 7 Atleo secures second term as national chief....Pages 8 & 9 Invitation to residential school students..................Page 10
program would continue, according to Kathy Waddell, director of Human Services for Huu-ay-aht. The students, drawn from a number of Nuu-chah-nulth Nations, subsequently formed QLS. “That cohort of students grew really passionate about what was happening and what they wanted to see happening with the language course. They didn’t want to see anything get in the way of it,” Waddell said. Hupacasath member Shaunee Casavant was one of those first students. “There are 12 of us that formed the society. The bulk of the group came from our first language class,” Casavant said. “[Chief Councillor] Jeff Cook of Huu-ayaht said they wouldn’t be able to keep administering it. We’re just so grateful Huu-ay-aht was able to get it started.” The first goal of QLS was to access some of the language funding that was available, but that had not been allocated. “We went to the [NTC] budget meeting in February at the Hupacasath House of Gathering and we did a presentation, and we got funds–everybody supported it,” Casavant said. To date, a solid core of Nuu-chah-nulth
Nations has already come forward with funding, with several more committed to join. Casavant said the funding would help UVic pay for the course instructors. “The more minds, the better it’s going to be,” Waddell said. “It’s a much richer experience now, with many different nations involved.” Waddell said some Canadian language experts believe only a handful of indigenous languages will survive the next century, but Nuu-chah-nulth Nations hope to prove the experts wrong. “It feels like we couldn’t possibly lose our language. It just couldn’t die because there are so many people who care too deeply,” Waddell said. “It’s not going to be what it was 160 or 200 years ago, but it’s going to survive.” The preserved Nuu-chah-nulth language will inevitably lose many of its regional accents and dialects, but through the efforts of a dedicated group of experts drawn from across the southern, central and northern regions, it could once again become a working language passed on from generation to generation. Continued on page 3.
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Accommodation settled with province By Shayne Morrow Ha-Shilth-Sa Contributor Port Alberni—Members of Hupacasath First Nation have approved a long-awaited compensation package stemming from the 2004 removal of land from Tree Farm License 44. The agreement will provide Hupacasath with new timber rights in the form of a First Nation Woodland License, an expansion of the existing Woodlot 1902 and a short-term non-replaceable forest license, plus augmented planning and management powers in their traditional territory. Hupacasath CEO Robert Duncan said negotiations with the province began four years ago, and Forest Minister Steve Thomson has now signed off on the agreement. “The Mediator’s Memorandum was taken to our community a year ago, and approved,” Duncan said, adding that it took another solid year of negotiations with the provincial forest ministry to bring the present agreement to fruition, including two trips to court. “We took it to the community on July 18 and it was accepted by a sizeable majority,” Duncan said. Back in 2004, then-Forest minister Mike de Jong removed a total of 73,000 hectares of privately-owned timber, located in Hupacasath and Tseshaht traditional territory, from TFL 44. In 2005, BC Supreme Court Justice Lynn Smith ruled that the province had an obligation to accommodate First Nations interests on their traditional territories. That ruling was later upheld in 2008. The First Nation Woodland License, which is a relatively new concept under provincial law, consists of approximately 800 hectares of timber in the Great Central Lake area. This license also gives Hupacasath jurisdiction over areas of cultural significance. The short-term license, also at Great Central Lake, is for 20,000 cubic metres of standing timber, which is similar in size to the annual allocation granted to the Alberni Valley Community Forest. Woodlot 1902 originally contained 200 hectares in parcels located at the top of
Burde Road and adjacent to Maybelle Road in Port Alberni, plus a further 127 hectares on the Kleecoot and Coos reserves. Under the new agreement, the Kleecoot and Coos properties will be removed from the woodlot, and new timber will be added in the Sproat Lake region. All told, Woodlot 1902 will expand to 400 hectares. Under the agreement, the province will create an Old Growth Management area containing 400 hectares of old-growth cedar, located near Great Central Lake, for the purpose of maintaining a supply of cedar for cultural purposes. Hupacasath Chief Councillor Steven Tatoosh said the agreement also contains critical new management powers for the nation. “One of the cornerstones of the accommodation agreement is the formation of a Collaborative Forest Council, which will allow us to be proactive in protection of our culture, land and our environment, and doing so in a way that is less costly and more efficient than going through the courts,” Tatoosh said in a media release issued Thursday. “This puts Hupacasath in the forefront of forest management,” Duncan said. The agreement also calls for Hupacasath to receive water lots and
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Nuu-chah-nulth fishermen finally went fishing two weeks ago during a small fishery designed by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). Eighteen fishermen caught 522 suuhaa (chinook salmon) during the four-day opening near Tofino. The fishery was the first in a series of short openings planned for late July and early August in Nuuchah-nulth territory. The fishery is DFO’s limited response to more than two years of negotiations between Canada and the five Nuu-chahnulth Nations involved in Ahousaht et al vs Canada, a landmark court case which recognized the Nuu-chah-nulth right to harvest and sell fish in 2009. The BC Court of Appeal later affirmed this right in 2011. The fishery began on July 18 and included fishermen from Ahousaht, Hesquiaht, and Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations. Offload sites included two locations in Tofino, and fishermen either sold their catch to Lions Gate, a buyer
arranged by the nations, or local restaurants and dealers including Trilogy Fish Store, The Fish Store, SoBo, and The Schooner Restaurant. At both sites, Uu-a-thluk (NTC Fisheries) provided monitors to check over the catches to ensure fish met criteria for species and size. Fishermen received copies of a landing slip, which they needed to sell their fish in to the commercial market. In total, the first opening generated $12,500 for participating nations’ fishermen. Prices for fish ranged from $2.50 to $5.00 per pound depending on quality, size and market demand. The Tofino fishery was the first of several openings planned for the next few weeks, with a second taking place from July 25-28 in the Tofino area. An opening for the same dates is also happening off Nootka Island. For more information about the fisheries, please contact Alex Gagne at 778-772-2954.
Language revitalization Continued from page 1. “The main goal of QLS is to increase fluency in the Nuu-chah-nulth language, however that can come about, whether it is liaising with the academic world, producing language materials like films and texts, classes… we’re leaving it wide open, so that anything that enhances our chances of maintaining the language, we’re into it,” Casavant said. QLS is now in the process of having membership cards and applications printed, and hopes to attract new members. The UVic language courses each run three hours per week at North Island College. That may take the form of one evening session or two evenings at oneand-a-half hours each. Waddell said along with the paid instructor, the goal is to have a core group of volunteer elders to assist. Cost of tuition is roughly $480 and includes books and materials. Nuu-chah-nulth members are advised to contact their band council to see if an education subsidy is available. The NTC
Shaunee Casavant also has some funding available. Prospective instructors are advised to contact program coordinator Bobbilee Copeland at cair@uvic.ca. Instructors will be paid at the UVic sessional lecturer rate under the CUPE 4163 (Component 3) contract.
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Princess Pageant and Youth Role Model Competition By Denise Titian Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter Port Alberni–The first Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Princess and NTC Youth Role Model were selected on July 23 following a pageant at Haa-huu-payak School where contestants delivered speeches telling the audience about their families, their interests, their talents, and their plans for the future. Contestants were Jessica Hamilton, her sister Keanna Hamilton, Moriah Cootes, Olivia Shewish, Ganao Fred-Cranmer,
and Raquel Price. The contestants then went on to the talent portion of the pageant where they sang, danced or made a speech. The close bonds the girls developed in such a short time became apparent when a couple of the girls struggled with their performances. Their co-contestants were quick to offer support and encouragement, sometimes even stepping up to give a hug. Judges for the evening were Kim Erickson, Donna Samuel and Jolie McMullan.
Ganao Fred-Cranmer is pictured right with the start of a cedar headband.
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The young women took part in a two day retreat where they were taught a variety of skills, including birchbark weaving and public speaking. Left: Keanna Hamilton, named 2012 youth role model, gives her speech July 23.
Moriah Cootes wins the Iisaak Award.
A tearful Jessica Hamilton accepts the 2012 Princess Pageant crown on July 23. She will represent Nuu-chah-nulth-aht at a variety of events.
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Determination will get students to their goals By Denise Titian Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter Port Alberni–Dozens of Nuu-chah-nulth school kids and post-secondary students were honored for their successes in education at the 2012 Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Scholarship Awards Ceremony held July 20 at the Hupacasath House of Gathering. Emcee was Kim Erickson. Rod Sayers welcomed everyone to Hupacasath territory, as did Dennis Bill on behalf of Tseshaht. NTC President Cliff Atleo thanked Hupacasath for their warm welcome and offered words of encouragement to the students. “Keep doing what you’re doing; keep learning, keep achieving, get an education and, most of all, keep the teachings and the language alive,” he told them. “There is no end to the potential that each and every young person has and I want to congratulate you all for your achievements. Learning never stops,” said Atleo. Keynote speaker Jenniffer Hanson is from Kyuquot and works extensively in the education system. She is a trustee for School District 84 and works in the school as an education worker. She told an inspiring story of how determined she was to finish her first year of college. Hanson became pregnant early in that first year. She continued to attend classes and completed her course load throughout her pregnancy. Then, one Friday evening, the weekend before final exams, Jenniffer went into labor. The next day she gave birth to a beautiful baby girl and they were released from the hospital on Sunday. On Monday, she went back to class and wrote her final exams, and she made it.
“Being committed to studies is what will take you where you want to go,” she advised the young people. She urged them to stay on top of their studies because falling behind is when things get difficult. “My parents always had high expectations of me and I thank them for that,” said Hanson. The 2012 Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Scholarship Recipients are: Ahousaht First Nation: Kira Atleo, grade 4; Kwin Atleo, grade 6 – Academic and Junior Athletic Scholarship; Gerald Frank-Perry, grade 4; Juniper John, grade 4; Shakyla Croft, grade 5; Erin Frank, grade 5; Elianna Samuel, grade 5; Kaleib George, grade 5 – Junior Hahopchu Scholarship; Josephine Jack, grade 6; Jacine Adams-Charleson, grade 6; Casandra Wilson, grade 8; Thomas Titian, grade 9; Alisha Sam, grade 12. Ditidaht First Nation: Dylan Marchand,grade 4; Nona Marchand, grade 11; Laura Mercadel, grade 5; Rayden Woodward, grade 6; Maryna MacDonald, grade 6; Logan MacDonald, grade 10; Arthur Edgar, grade 10; Connor Logan, grade 10. Cynthia Eaton: Vancouver Island University, Culinary Arts winner of Daisy Haiyupis Memorial Scholarship Nancy Logan, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Education, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council Pension Plan Scholarship Sarah Russ, Vancouver Island University, Early Childhood Education and Care, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Pension Plan Scholarship Ehattesaht First Nation: Aiyanna Thomas-Whitmore, grade 5; Joan Hubert, grade 5; Destiny Hanson, grade 5; Adrienne Michael, grade 5. Hesquiaht First Nation: Rakaylyn Charleson, grade 4 – Academic and Junior Fine Arts Scholarship; Patrick
Charleson IV, grade 7; Samantha Deutsch, grade 5; Kyla Charleson, grade 6; Michael Tom, grade 9; Daley Forbes, grade 12. Lelaina Jules, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Education, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council Pension Plan Scholarship Emily Recalma, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Education – Post Baccalaureate Degree, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Post-Secondary Education Scholarship Hupacasath First Nation: Nicholas Ross, grade 8; Saranda Watts, grade 11. Jared Dick, University of Victoria, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chatwin Engineering Scholarship Jolleen Dick, Vancouver Island University, Hospitality Management, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council PostSecondary Education Scholarship Ricky-Lee Watts, University of Victoria, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Nuu-chahnulth Tribal Council Alfred Keitlah Jr. memorial Bursary Huu-ay-aht First Nation: Grace Deutsch, grade 7; Ayanna Clappis, grade 9; Belinda Wozniak, grade 10. Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/ Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nations: Savannah Smith-Leo, grade 5; Tiana Jules, grade 7; Paige Billy, grade 7; Veronica Justin, grade 9 – Academic and Senior Hahopchu Scholarship; Shante Parks, grade 9. Davina George, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council PostSecondary Education Scholarship Mowachaht/ Muchalaht First Nations: Monica Amos, grade 6; Darian Wilson, grade 9 Daniel Blackstone, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council John Thomas Memorial Scholarship Mary Howard, Nicola Valley Institute of Technology, Chemical Addiction Worker Diploma, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council Tommy Jack memorial Scholarship Nuchahtlaht First Nation: Valeen Jules, grade 11. Cheri Smith, North Island College, Bachelor of Business Administration, Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation Scholarship Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations: Carol Curley, grade 4; Jordan Tom-Davies grade 6; Gabriel Barbosa, grade 7; Ahmber Barbosa, grade 11; Karemarena Frank, grade7; Janeen Frank, grade 7; Laterra LawsonManson, grade 8 Hjalmer Wenstob, university of
Victoria, Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Cuncil Wahmeesh Memorial Scholarship Johnny Manson, Simon Fraser University, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Pension Plan Scholarship Larissa Williams, University of Victoria, Bachelor of Social Work, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council postSecondary Education Scholarship Maxine Manson, North Island College, Human Services Worker Program, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council Renate Shearer Scholarship Naomi Williams, university of Victoria, Bachelor of Child and Youth Care, BMO Bank of Montreal, Tsahaheh Branch Scholarship Tseshaht first Nation: Angelo Sarlandie, grade 4; Jasmine Gomez, grade 4; William Merry, grade 5; Jerzy Gus, grade 6, Tyrelle Braker, grade 6; Bailey Sam, grade 7; Bret Watts, grade 8; Jordan NicholsonMieras, grade 8; Sydney NicholsonMieras, grade 12; Jolyn Watts, grade 11 Allandra Barton, Thompson Rivers University, Bachelor of Business Admin-istration, BMO Bank of Montreal Tsahaheh Branch Scholarship Cameron Watts, Capilano University, Acting for Stage and Screen, HaShilth-Sa Newspaper Scholarship Janice Johnson, Vancouver Island University, Master of Arts in Sustainable leisure management, Nuuchah-nulth Tribal Council PostSecondary Education Scholarship Leisa Fred, north Island College, human Services Diploma, BMO Bank of Montreal Tsahaheh Branch Scholarship Michelle Colyn, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, BMO Bank of Montreal Tsahaheh Branch Scholarship Natasha Marshall, Camosun college, Bachelor of Business Administration, McIntosh Norton & Williams, Certified General Accountants Scholarship Victoria Dick, North Island College, Bachelor of arts in nursing, Nuu-chahnulth Tribal Council nursing Scholarship Uchucklesaht First Nation: Charles Cootes, grade 4; Amber Santarelli, grade 5 Megan Cootes, Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Business Administration, Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation Scholarship.
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Atleo receives chiefs’ mandate to lead By Debora Steel Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter Toronto—Kakawin returned to Ahousaht on July 18. The Orca whales were a sure sign to the residents there that their hereditary chief would be successful that day in Toronto. A-in-chut, Shawn Atleo, was in a battle in that big Ontario city. He was up for re-election for the position of national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, a job he had held for three years. Atleo was facing seven contenders, and his re-election team had worked tirelessly to secure A-in-chut a respectable base of support heading into the AFN annual general meeting. On Tuesday, July 17, before any speeches had been made or delegates welcomed, estimates put A-in-chut’s support at 33 per cent of the registered voters. He would require 60 per cent to secure a mandate from the chiefs. The seven other candidates would presumably split up the remaining votes, but was there one that could be a lightning rod for any dissent or complaint of Atleo’s leadership over the last three years? One candidate stood out from the crowded field, and she had been very disparaging of Atleo during her campaign. Pam Palmater, a Mi’kmaq lawyer and academic, was an AFN outsider, having never been a chief or set foot in the political arena at any level before. This was her very special appeal, it would seem, for those chiefs hoping for a sea-change in the direction of the
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A-in-chut Shawn Atleo stands re-elected as the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations. Behind him is a thoughtful Bill Erasmus, who came a distant third in the voting. Atleo received 66 per cent of the votes over three voting rounds. national chiefs’ organization. Day One of the AFN assembly was set aside for a candidates’ forum, and it was a long affair, starting after lunch and lasting well past the estimated 6 p.m. end time. Each of the candidates had 15 minutes to address the delegates or have their nominees speak on their behalf. Then there was a question period. This was the time when the candidates would either be separated into the also-rans or would inspire the undecided to a commitment. First up was George Stanley, regional chief of the AFN for Alberta.
Before the results of the first voting round, Shawn Atleo describes to his supporters how nerve-wracking it will be to wait for the numbers to appear on the large screen in the hall, especially for the candidates, he joked.
He is a former RCMP member and former chief of Frog Lake First Nation, serving for six consecutive years. His demeanor was low-key and quiet as he talked about the pressures the world was putting on First Nations as their territories are eyed up for their resources. He spoke of the difficulties of defending those territories against development without benefits accruing to First Nations communities or the destruction of the environment. A-in-chut was next to the podium, but he brought with him an influential friend and supporter. Former AFN national chief Ovide Mercredi stood to nominate Atleo. It was a strategic move to dispel at
least one criticism that had been levied at A-in-chut during the campaign—that he had sidled up too closely to Canada’s governing Conservatives over the last three years. “I would not support him if he was close to government,” Mercredi said. “He is not close to government.” A second chief spoke in support of Atleo’s leadership. This time it was Rose Laboucan, Vice-Chief of Treaty 8 territory. She spoke to reject another criticism that was pushing against Atleo. It was an old complaint left over from the first Atleo election in 2009 when some said a BC candidate couldn’t represent treaty interests effectively because there are few treaties in the province. “As long as there are treaty people there will be a treaty,” said the chief of Drift Pile First Nation in Alberta. “I believe in Shawn and what he has done for treaty people. I have chosen to support him.” Atleo then spoke about the work of the AFN chiefs of the past three years under his leadership. He said the plan going forward was comprehensive and clear: Act on treaties and inherent rights, build governments and economies while caring for the environment, deliver excellence in education and health, and support First Nations on creating safety, security and healing in their people. His speech was fiery and energetic; his words chosen carefully. The other candidates would have their turns. There was the self-described radical Terry Nelson from Roseau River in Manitoba, two lawyers from Ontario and Manitoba, Diane M. Kelly and Joan Jack respectively, and the serious and celebrated Ellen Gabriel, who shot into the national consciousness as the voice of the Mohawks during the Oka crisis. Another candidate the Atleo team had an eye on as a possible supplanter was Bill Erasmus, the long-time AFN Vice Chief of the Northwest Territories. An interesting note about his candidacy was that he was nominated by Hupacasath’s Judith Sayers, who has been criticized by some at home in Nuu-chah-nulth territory for not standing behind Atleo. Erasmus is Sayers’ brother-in-law, married to sister Reanna. But for those who might think that Sayers was out of step with the BC caucus, it is important to note that not all of Continued on page 9.
Atleo listens intently at the candidates’ forum held July 17 at the AFN AGA in Toronto.
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Atleo garners 66 per cent on third ballot
Continued from page 10. BC had rallied around Atleo in the monolithic block that some would have you believe. There was some fracturing in that block heading into the first vote the next day. When Palmater took the podium her message to the chiefs was that she represented a new direction and a fundamental change in the relationship they had with the treaty partner, Canada. She said Canada is in “our house” and Canada should work with First Nations, not the other way around. Palmater said the AFN chiefs had become too comfortable, despite being in an abusive relationship with government.
Voting started on July 18 at 9 a.m. and the first ballot results were expected around noon. The Atleo team gathered in an upstairs room to drum and sing as the time ticked by. A prayer was said, and people who had passed on where remembered. Their family members acknowledged with ‘a cane to hold them up’ during their time of distress. The team would head to the hall where they would hear the results in a silent procession, walking in a sacred manner, said Shawn Atleo’s father, Dr. Richard Umeek Atleo. A-in-chut led that procession on the arms of his two ‘grannies’, great aunts Gertrude, Trudy, Frank and Flossie Atleo. He kept them at his side that day, just as he did his, now late, grandmother Elsie Robinson in 2009 when he first ran for the AFN’s top position. When the results of the first ballot were read, Trudy and Flossie threw up their arms, cheered by the fact that their nephew was only about 40 votes from the 60 per cent support needed to be reelected. A-in-chut Atleo was well out in front of the pack with 284 votes out of 540. Erasmus had only 29, Ellen Gabriel had 33, Joan Jack had 20, Diane Kelly had 39, Terrance Nelson 35, and George Stanley had five. It seemed the Palmater message had resonated with some. She earned 95 votes in that opening round. According to AFN election rules, any candidate not securing 15 votes would be dropped from the next ballot, as would the candidate with the fewest
As the third voting round was to begin, Atleo sent word to his caucus room that he would like to hear the drums to lift up the spirit. He was meeting with Manitoba and representatives from Saskatchewan to secure three votes to take him up to the 60 per cent support benchmark to win a second term as national chief.
Photos by Debora Steel
Newly re-elected Shawn Atleo is flanked by his aunties who celebrate his win for the position of national chief of the Assembly of First Nations July 18 after three voting rounds. First row left to right are great aunt Gertrude, Trudy, Frank, A-in-chut Shawn Atleo, great aunt Flossie Atleo, and aunt Louise White. number of votes over 15. That meant Stanley and Jack were out of the running. Jack threw her support behind Atleo, and the Atleo team was thrown into high gear to secure the campaign’s vote shortfall. And they made some headway in vote two, with Atleo securing 318 of 535 votes on that second ballot, a disappointing three votes shy of the required 60 per cent. Palmater had gained only 12 votes in round two, but insisted that she would go on to a third ballot. Gabriel showed poorly in the second round, and blamed a rumor that was circulating that she was throwing her support Atleo for her losing ground. She garnered only 17 votes and was dropped from ballot three. Nelson dropped out of the race, throwing his support to Palmater, so his name
came off the ballot as well. Kelly had dropped to 35 from 39, but Erasmus was up by five to 34. There was very little chance that any of the other candidates could pull enough votes to catch Atleo now, and there was some disgruntlement that they were forcing another ballot. But that was the reality, so the Atleo team went in search of three more votes, and they soon found them in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. When the smoke cleared on the third ballot, Atleo had secured two thirds of the voting delegates with 66 per cent support and a clear mandate from the chiefs going forward. When he took to the stage to recite his oath of office with Elders Committee Co-chair Barney Williams at his side, he had been cloaked in his regalia by his grannies, Trudy and Flossie. His Ahousaht family had joined him on stage, and sang a victory song, with
the women dancing into the audience of the giant hall. A long line formed of those wanting to shake the national chief’s hand and wish him luck heading into the next threeyear term. It took more than hour and a half for Atleo to speak briefly to them all. Meanwhile, the party in the BC caucus room on the floor upstairs was filling up and performers Murray Porter and a women’s a cappella group called M’girls were putting on a show. When Atleo entered the room he shook the hands of his supporters. Then his aunts from Ahousaht took to the microphone, each offering their congratulations and guidance, reminding him of the strong roots of his people. “We just want to express how extremely proud we are of you and your accomplishments,” said Rebecca Atleo. “Our nephew is such an amazing young man.”
SUSAN QUINN/Alberni Valley News
Relatives and supporters of AFN National Chief Shawn Atleo gathered at Harbour Quay in Port Alberni to sing and dance to celebrate Atleo's re-election July 18.
Trudy Frank, A-in-chut’s great aunt, celebrates the impressive lead Shawn Atleo had carved out for himself after the first ballot. It would take another two voting rounds, however, to secure the win on July 18
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Upcoming events for residential school survivors and families Vancouver Island – A series of events for residential school survivors and their families will be taking place all over Nuu-chah-nulth territories during the month of August. Coordinated and funded by Nuu-chahnulth Tiic^ac+ (Mental Health) Quu%asa Program, Urban Healing Gatherings will take place in four locations on the Island in order to assist survivors with healing and to share information. Starting in Port Alberni, participants will be invited to share information, take part in brushings and other healing activities and they will hear information about the Independent Assessment Process or IAP. The four scheduled gatherings will take place at the following locations: Port Alberni, House of Gathering, 5500 Ahahswinis Drive on Thursday, Aug. 16 Campbell River, Ocean Crest Community Church, 291 Mclean Street on Tuesday, Aug. 21 Nanaimo, Harewood Activity Centre, 195 Fourth Street, Wednesday, Aug. 22 Victoria, Mungo Martin Big House, 675 Belleville Street, Thursday, Aug. 23 All gatherings start at 2:00 p.m. ending at 8:00 p.m. Snacks and dinner will be provided. For more information contact Jolene Prest at 250-724-3939 or toll free at 1888-624-3939 or email jolene.prest@nuuchahnulth.org or stan.matthew@nuuchahnulth.org Beginning Aug. 1 staff from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada will tour Nuu-chah-nulth communities to take private statements from former residential school students and descendants of former students who may have missed the first round of statement gathering. According to Lisa Charleson, Resolution Health Support Worker, the latest round of statement gathering is a continuation of the statement gathering held last spring. Statement gatherers are traveling to more remote locations like Oclucje, Gold River, Tofino and Ahousaht and also to Port Alberni during the Tlupiich Games. Charleson says that it doesn’t matter which community former students make their statements at; statement gatherers will take statements from all people regardless of where they’re from. If you’re from Oclucje, for example, and you miss the TRC Private Statement Gathering there, you can always go to
the one held in any of the other locations. Private statements will go into the permanent record of Canada, in order to preserve the stories. These statements will be used to educate future generations of aboriginal children and also, the general population of Canada, about the history and legacy if Indian residential schools in Canada. Staff at the Quu%asa Program came up with a mission statement – Acknowledge the truth in order to build a stronger future for our children and grandchildren. Charleson reminds everyone that the private statement gathering sessions are not only for residential school survivors, but also for intergenerational survivors who were also impacted by the effects of the institutions. “It is important for them to be heard, because this is what we live with every day,” said Charleson. In addition to statement gathering, participants will have access to lawyers and cultural support people. Information about the settlement agreement will be presented. It is important to remind former residential school student who haven’t already made a claim for compensation that the deadline for I.A.P. claims is Sept. 19, 2012. There will be support workers available to answer questions and assist with filling out the forms. Dates and locations for TRC private statement gathering is as follows: Oclucje, Nuchatlaht Community Hall on Aug. 1 Gold River, Mowachaht/Muchalaht Health Centre on Aug. 2 Port Alberni, Port Alberni Friendship Center on Aug. 8 Tofino, Tin Wis Conference Centre on Aug. 13 Ahousaht, location TBA on Aug. 14 All events begin at 9:00 a.m. and will run until 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. For more information contact Lisa Charleson at 250724-3939, or toll free at 1888-624-3939 or on her cell at 250-720-1731 or email her at lisa.charleson@nuuchahnulth.org
To advertise in Ha-Shilth-Sa call (250) 724-5757.
BERYL GUERIN, Electoral Officer 4080 Stautlo Avenue Vancouver, BC V6N 3P5 Telephone: 604 261 3136 (h); 604 269 3309 (w); Cell: 604 317 6225
MEMORANDUM To: Date: FROM: RE:
NTC Members August 1st, 2012 Beryl Guerin, Electoral Officer Results of the nominations for the by-election for Vice-President of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
The closing of nomination packages for the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Vice President by-election was 12 noon on July 27, 2012. I and my Deputy have reviewed all packages received and have determined that only one candidate, Ken Watts, Tseshaht, has met all criteria. Beryl Guerin
Aug. 2, 2012 - Ha-Shilth-Sa - Page 11 Haahuupayak School is accepting applications for a grade 5/6 teacher for the 2012/2013 school year. Please submit resumes by August 8, 2012 to: Richard Franklin - Principal, Haahuupayak School 1672 Passage View Dr. Campbell River, BC V9W 6L3 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
CATERING Opportunity For TRADITIONAL FOODS CONFERENCE NTC, Tseshaht, VIHA, and VICCIFN The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council in partnership with Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities Indigenous Foods Network (VICCIFN) is seeking bids from interested individuals, to provide catering services for Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council hosting the 5th Annual Traditional Foods Conference. The gathering incorporates four parts of Traditional Foods: Health/Nutrition, Safety, Healing, Community, and integrates Indigenous science/knowledge together with "western science" Start Date: End Date: Location:
28th September 2012 29th September 2012 Maht Mahs Gym, Port Alberni
Catering Requirements; Food Safe Certified Incorporate as many traditional foods as is possible Have a willingness and flexibility to work with traditional food donations in menu planning 2 light healthy breakfasts (cereals, muffins, fruit, berries), 2 healthy lunches, 1 healthy dinner, and 2 healthy afternoon snacks for minimum 400 people Adhere to contract time schedule for delivery 2 days of service Provide plates, cups, utensils and condiments "NO STYROFOAM"
For further information contact: C. Anne Robinson, Conference Coordinator E mail: FirstNationsWildcrafters1@shaw.ca Phone: (250) 720-8907 Please submit a price quote, a copy of your food safe certificate and sample menus no later than Friday, 31st August 2012 @ 4:30 pm to: Attention: Victoria Watts via E mail: Victoria.Watts@nuuchahnulth.org or Fax: (250) 723-0463 Or deliver Nuu chah nulth Tribal Council, 5001 Mission Road, Port Alberni
Employment Opportunities Financial Controller Term position for up to 21/2 years ?iihatis /?iinaxint in Zeballos, BC is looking for a Financial Controller. The successful candidate will report to the Band Manager and be responsible to: Ensure legal financial reporting requirements are maintained in order to meet the accountability standards of Ehattesaht membership, NTC, Provincial & Federal Gov'ts and other agencies as required Present timely financial statements on a consistent and comparable basis to Chief & Council and Management. Maintain the chart of accounts and reconcile banks and various accounts for the Band, program departments and related businesses. Assist in annual audit preparation by preparing financial statements and working papers. Process payroll and employee benefits Manage and maintain effective and efficient financial systems Manage reporting for government contracts and agreements Manage the computerized accounting systems Qualifications Adagio, Paymate, Excel & Word Bank reconciliation experience Proven Sobriety, Bondable, Provide Criminal Record Check Class 5 license and access to a vehicle Prior related experience and/or 3rd year studies in professional accounting designation To apply submit your resume and handwritten cover letter to: ?iihatis /?iinaxint Box 59 Zeballos, BC V0P 2A0 fax: 250-761-4156 email: ehattesaht.office@ehatis.ca Only those short-listed will be contacted for an interview. Rate of Pay $32,000-$42,000 based on education and experience. There is no living allowance Open Until Filled
City of Port Alberni Employment Opportunity Fire Fighter Eligibility List The City of Port Alberni Fire Department is developing an employment eligibility list for the position of Firefighter. The position entails firefighting, rescue work and dealing with other emergency situations. It also includes maintenance of Fire Department buildings and equipment fire prevention work and general public service. The requirements for the position are: Must have willingness to be trained as a Fire Fighter. Must have a minimum of Grade 12 (proof required). Must be of good character. Must pass a complete medical and hearing examination. Height and weight must be sufficient to perform duties as a Fire Fighter. Must become a resident of the City of Port Alberni. Current WCB Occupational II or III First Aid Certificate, BC First Responder Level III certificate, or higher level emergency medical care certificate. NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2 Certification B.C. Class 5 Driver's License with air endorsement and full driving privileges. Applicants must pick up an application package including the required application form from the Manager of Human Resources at City Hall, 4850 Argyle Street, Port Alberni or download it off the city website at www.portalberni.ca Selected applicants will be required to successfully complete a series of testing procedures designed to determine suitability for the position. Testing will be held in early September. Rate of pay is per Collective Agreement #20 between the City of Port Alberni and the Port Alberni Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 1667. Applications with covering letter will be received until 4:30 p.m. Friday, August 17 by Theresa Kingston, Manager of Human Resources and Community Development at City Hall, 4850 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 1V8 or by email theresa_kingston@portalberni.ca. We regret that only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Birthdays & Congratulations
Congratulations to our brother Ha’wilth Kaanowish Charles Allan Ross and his bride Joanne Munroe. They were married in a garden ceremony at their home in Ahahswinis on July 13, 2012. The Ross families would like to send heartfelt congratulations to the happy couple!
Klecko’s - +ekoo Kleco! Kleco! To the Scholarship review team Kleco! Kleco! To the NTC scholarship review team. There were approximately 100 scholarship applications and you had the difficult job of narrowing the list down. Thank you to: Sheila Charles – Huu-ay-aht Jenniffer Hanson and Irene Joseph Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:’k’tles7et’h’ Tammy Dorwood – Tla-o-qui-aht from the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council education dept.
To Advertise in Ha-Shilth-Sa Call Holly at 250-724-5757
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TLU-PIICH GAMES The Tlu-piich Games Committee is seeking volunteers for this year's events. Please contact the NTC office if you would like to volunteer for the revival of the Princess Pageant on July 16th 9:30 a.m. and July 23rd 9 a.m. or if you would like to volunteer during the games August 7th - 12th. Your name will be entered into a draw to win many fantastic prizes throughout the games! Hope to hear from you soon. Contact Leisa Fred @ 250-724-5757 ext. 255 or leisa.fred@nuuchahnulth.org
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C o m m u n i t y&B e y o n d Co-ed Native Slo-Pitch Tournament
August 4 to 6 Port Alberni
Adults Mixed Slo- pitch Tournament 1st ,2nd ,3rd place cash,prizes 1st place receives Jackets /cash Entry fee Adults $360.00 per team Contact: Patti Jones 250 724-4506 ~come celebrate 100 years in the valley~ Tlu-piich Games
Tlu-piich Games. Princess Pageant and Role Model Contest is scheduled for July 23. Third annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser is scheduled for Aug. 2. Phone 250-724-5757 for information on all the events. 20th Annual Pelkey Memorial Mixed SLO -PITCH Tournament
Aug. 10 to 12
Echo Fields, Port Alberni BC For information: Rachael Pelky-Jim / Doreen Pelkey at 250-652-6511 or Eric Pelkey at 250-4808526
Aug. 7 to 12 Port Alberni The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the
Klecko’s - +ekoo To the Ahousaht band, my name is George John Sr. I want to thank the people that organized the fundraising to get the motorized chair for my son Peter John. I want to thank Harvey Robinson for letting Skinner use the boat “Sea Fury” for over 20 years. I want to thank Tom Campbell and the people he worked with. Thank you for the outside help, Trent Diesel Mechanic’s for dona-
tions, Cover Creek, Mainstream, Ahousaht Fisheries Corp. And Ahousaht Fisheries. G&N Towing(Neil Boting) Hughie Clark(Ahousaht General Store) Louie Frank Sr. The Ahousaht band members that raised money through loonie twoonies etc. From George Chester John, Grace Marshall and the John family. Thank you, thank you, thank you........
In Memory
Birthdays & Congratulations
I Miss You 9 yrs ago you left, Feels like only yesterday, There’s a heavy pain in our chests, That never goes away. We see you in our minds, We feel you in our hearts. We feel you near always, We’re really glad you stay, Next to our sides, Through good and bad, As we know this is and was your way. Remain with us in spirit, Stay close within our hearts, Remember we always love you, Our souls will never part. In memory of my dear Son and our brother Adam, you are gone but never forgotten, we love you so, Mom, sisters. Submitted by Gina Watts
husband Brian Amos. Begins at 12 noon. Margaret Amos (yah-ulth-uht)
Sept. 28 to 29 Port Alberni
Aboriginal Business Conference 2012
Conference hosted in partnership by the Tseshaht First Nation, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, the Vancouver Island and Coastal communities Indigenous Foods Network and VIHA. Please go to our website www.indigenousfoodsvi.ca<http://www.i ndigenousfoodsvi.ca> to learn more about past conference and find updates about this upcoming event over the next months.
Oct. 26 to 27 Port Alberni
BUILD YOUR FUTURE. Learn how to build and grow a business while networking with other like-minded people and business professionals. Hosted by NEDC. Contact Caledonia 250.724.3131 or caledonia@nedc.info Memorial for Anthony Mickey
February 23, 2013
Basketball Tounament
October 5 to 8
Port Alberni
Port Alberni Athletic Hall
All friends and family invited to come to the Maht Mahs Gym at 12 noon. For more info please call Les Mickey at 250-266-0148.
All Native. $350.00 entry fee per team entry fee is due 2 wks prior to tournament. Mens and Ladies Divisions, 12 players per roster plus 2 alternates. Age brackets for each divison are: 17-24, 25-39, 40 and over. For more info please contact Mena Duncan at 250-6702474 or Carla Webster at 250-670-1177 Memorial Potlatch
October 20 Wameesh gym
My daughter's Adrienne, Juanita, Roberta, Tracy and all my grand children would like to invite all our family and friends to the memorial party for my late
Women's Group-Beyond Trauma
Ongoing Port Alberni For more information contact ACAWS 3082 3rd Ave or call 250-724-7111 If you have any questions or concerns or need any other information please feel free to contact myself or Alanna at alannac@acaws.ca.
HUPACASATH GRADUATE 2012 Justin Mohns graduated from Didsbury Highschool in Alberta. His grandmother is Diana Evaniul (nee) Lauder. His father is Reverand Robert Mohns. His mother was the late Anna Maria Mohns. WAY TO GO JUSTIN! WE LOVE YOU!
Princess Pageant Continued from page 5. Winning the title of 2012 Nuu-chahnulth Princess was Jessica Hamilton. Her sister Keanna won 2012 Nuu-chahnulth Youth Role Model. Tearful and excited all at once, Jessica thanked the people, her parents and her first nation for supporting her. Keanna Hamilton won the title of Nuu-chah-nulth Youth Role Model. The first runner up for Nuu-chahnulth Youth Role Model is Olivia Shewish. Her role will be to attend events, filling in when necessary. Moriah Cootes, who not only talked about respect, but demonstrated it by gently supporting and encouraging her co-contestants, won the Iisaak Award. And in keeping with her genuine, giving nature, pulled carnations out of the bou-
Traditional Foods Conference
quet she received and gave them to the young ladies that would have otherwise gone home empty-handed. The Nuu-chah-nulth Princess Jessica Hamilton and Nuu-chah-nulth Youth Role Model Keanna Hamilton will begin their duties immediately, starting with the opening ceremonies for the 30th Annual Tlu-piich Games on Aug. 7. The NTC Princess Pageant and Youth Role Model competition had not been held since 2004 when Tseshaht’s Leisa Fred won the title of NTC Princess. Editor’s Note: There will be a more detailed version of the story on the Princess Pageant and Youth Role Model competition in the 30th Anniversary of the Tlu-piich Games souvenir program. Be sure you get one at one of the games venues.
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NUU–CHAH NULTH GRADE 12 GRAD 2012 Congratulations Grads of 2012! In this time filled with joy and happiness as you share your achievement with family, friends and community members we wish to extend our sincere congratulations. With your dedication, perseverance and hard work you have successfully completed grade 12. Congratulations, we wish you the best today and always as you continue to reach for your dreams. For those who attended the N.T.C. grad ceremony in Port Alberni, we were happy to see you there. We hope you enjoyed your day. For the Grads who were unable to attend there is a gift for you at the N.T.C. Please contact Eileen Haggard, 724-5757 to arrange for pick up or mailing. Again CONGRATULATIONS. From the staff of the Nuu-chah-nulth Education Department
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Services Offered CEDAR WEAVER/TEACHER: Earrings for regalia, elders, etc. available to teach at workshops, conferences, schools, etc. (Material incl). Hats baskets, headbands. Phone to order or can barter for what have you (fish). 250591-8199 DELIVERY SERVICE: Serving coastal First Nations point A to point B delivery service from Port Alberni with delivery van. Call Charles at 250-723-3555 or email kaanowish@shaw.ca. CUSTOM ART FRAMING SERVICES: Four Directions Photo and Framing. Call Jim at 250-723-7578. T.S.G. TRUCKING SERVICE: Moving And Hauling, Reasonable Rates. Tom Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, B.C. Phone: (250) 724-3975. MEETING FACILITATOR / NEGOTIATOR: Are you tired of meetings going all night long, never finishing the agenda, going around in circles? 20 years experience and proven track record. Keep your meetings on track. Call Richard Watts, Weelth-tsah @ (250) 724-2603 or (cel) 731-5795. Available any time. CEDAR WEAVER: Baseball caps, bridal floral bouquets, for sale. Traditional hats, headdresses bracelets for trade. email whupelth_weaver@shaw.ca; to Ceder Weaves; baseball caps, bridal floral bouquets, for sale. Traditional hats, headdresses, traditional bracelets for trade. email: sandrahsam@live.ca.
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FOR RENT: A non-profit organization has rooms to rent, by the day, week or month. Very reasonable rates for Room and Board. Also, there is a Boardroom available for rent. Phone 723-6511. NITINAHT LAKE MOTEL: Open year round! Coastal rainforest and world-class recreation at your doorstep! For reservations and other information call 250-7453844. FOR SALE OR RENT: Great commercial opportunity. Great location by Tseshaht Market on Pacific Rim Highway. Also ideal for office, etc. Asking $80,000 or rent for $1,000 a month. Call Richard Watts, 250-724-2603 or 250-731-5795.
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FOR SALE: High end 16’ double eagle boat, with 85hp merc, johnson kicker, 18’ trailor and lots more. $3900. Contact Bill Moore at 250-723-8249. FOR SALE: 16 ft. double eagle on trailor, 115 hp Johnson motor and a 4 hp Johnson motor. $1500 obo. For more info call 7243049. FOR SALE: 36’ ex commercial fishing vessel. $11,900.00 Call Pieter at 250-6183052 or email:pieterstegeman1@gmail.com FOR SALE: 150 HP Yamaha 2 stroke outboard motor with 720 hours. Runs excellent. Complete with controls and gauges. $5000. Also custom built powder coated pod that had been mounted on an 18 and ½ foot Double Eagle. Good Condition. $1000 Contact: 250 670 1131 or 250 730 2231 FOR SALE: Custom made nets (250) 923-9864.
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Volunteer TSAWAAYUUS ELDERS: Are requesting volunteers to come and share your time with us. Singing and drumming, dancing, storytelling, crafts of any kind. players. Come and share some special times with us. Please call Judy at 724-5655 or email jpeterson@rainbowgardens.bc.ca HELP WANTED: Need work experience? The Port Alberni Friendship Center is seeking interested applicants for Volunteer positions including: Reception and Youth Workers. We are seeking individuals that are reliable, committed, flexible and of good character. Hours per week may vary. If you are interested, please contact Jeff at 723-8281
Wanted WANTED: whale teeth, whalebones, mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt trade beads. Lv. msg. For Steve and Elsie John at 604-833-3645 or c/o #141-720 6th St, New Westminster BC V3L3C5.
Lost and Found LOST: A drum contained in a blue drum bag with a Killer Whale design on the bag. It was left under the elders’ canopy at Bob Daly Stadium during Tluu-piich Games. Contact Cliff Atleo at 250-724-5757.
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