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THE RIGHT TO EXIST:
Landless First Nations Seek Reclamation After meeting with Chief Perry Bellegarde of the Federation Saskatchewan Indian Nations, Chief Ben Weenie of the Stoney Knoll First Nation (also known as Young Chippewayan) announced that they will host a Saskatchewan First Nations landless conference at the Dakota Dunes Casino conference centre on April 18, 2013.
Chief Ben Weenie of Stoney Knoll First Nation
In explaining the reasoning for the gathering Chief Weenie stated that it’s difficult to find readilyavailable information on landless First Nations. It is this fact that he wants changed immediately, he would like to have available the story and struggle of the landless First Nations that exist. In the case of the Stoney Knoll #107 “our ancestors signed Treaty 6 in August of 1876. They were there; they were people who made Treaty
with the Queen’s representatives. This is not disputed, it is well documented.” And yet they have no land. There are other landless First Nations that seek recognition by the Government of Canada by virtue of the fact that their ancestors had signed treaty with the Crown as well. Among those are Peter Chapman First Nation, Chakastapaysin First Nation and Big Bear First Nation of Treaty 6, Chacachas of Treaty 4 and John Cochrane of Treaty 5 for example. These First Nations continue to struggle to re-establish themselves as constituted First Nations with a land base as was agreed to under Treaty. Chief Weenie further stated “I know some may think that I sound like a broken record repeating myself over the years. I tell these people and the Governments of Canada, we will never forget our ancestors who signed the Treaty with the Queen in right of Canada. We have a Treaty and Inherent Right to exist with a land base that was agreed to in 1876.” •
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Hello, my name is, Jordan LaPlante. I’m a member of the English River First Nation (DENENDEH). Although I’ve never lived on the English River lands, I’ve always felt a close connection to the community throughout my life. My father George Wolverine ensured that we would spend as much time as possible in our community, Patuanak, Saskatchewan. I have always appreciated being on our traditional lands with my extended family; aunts, uncles, cousins. I especially love boating and being out on the lake, we had many good days fishing and hunting. I want to take this op-
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portunity to publicly thank my cousin Armand LaPlante for giving me the offer and opportunity to be the Associate Editor of the Indigenous Times Newspaper. With my business administration background I feel more confident around the administration/management of the publishing of this paper, but with Armand’s support I welcome the challenge of gathering information, writing, and disseminating that information, primarily to First Nations people of Saskatchewan. I, like many other First Nation people, have been captivated and motivated to take interest in our struggle as First Nations people to find
our rightful and just place in Canadian society. Specifically, I am speaking of the “Idle No More” movement. I am so proud of our people and the youth for taking an active role in bringing attention to the plight of our people to the general public. I participated in a flash mob round dance in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and I never felt so proud to be First Nation. I remember the strong feeling I had that my kokum was with us right there, the feeling was emotionally overwhelming and beautiful. From a practical point of view of life I have come to see that the “Idle No More” movement represents a new hope and en-
ergy amongst our people: the most impoverished in Canada. What I have difficulty seeing is how we translate that energy into meaningful results for our people when it comes to better housing, employment, education, and economic development. Because I keep reading and hearing through the mainstream media that the “Idle No More” movement has no specific agenda other than the concerns with Bill C-45, I reluctantly tend to agree with that assumption. It is then I come to believe that the leaders and chiefs of our communities must draw on the “Idle No More” energy to strengthen their resolve to get the results related to housing and such. January 11, 2013 was a day to remember, if it wasn’t so serious it could have been a bit comical, in fact CBC “This Hour Has 22 Minutes” did a spoof on it. I, for one, am alright with our National Chief, Shawn Atleo, and the other Chiefs meeting with Prime Minister, Stephen Harper. Dialogue is imperative. I understand and supported Chief Theresa Spence out of Attawapiskat First Nation. I say, I was happy she ended her hunger strike, as far as I was concerned she accomplished what she said she set out to do:
the meetings with Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and the Governor General of Canada, David Johnston happened. Unfortunately, they weren’t together in one meeting. Also, along with the “Idle No More” movement she brought First Nations issues to the attention of the Canadian general public. Indigenous Times commends and salutes Chief Theresa Spence. It is time now for our elected leadership to work to achieve the desired results of the First Nations people. In trying to formulate my thoughts about First Nations issues, I do my best to try see it from the perspective of who I am, in large part Dene. My Dene identity is shaped by people like my uncle, Ernest Wolverine, who has a strong relationship to the land -- the traditional territory of the English River Dene. I was told my grandfather Victor Wolverine was a smart individual and a brilliant teacher. The knowledge he has passed on to his children continues to be practiced until this very day. Back then, without modern transportation, no grocery stores nearby and with food and shelter being limited, the people had no choice but to hunt, fish, trap and even sew for themselves to survive. My grandmother, Cecile Wolverine, always
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Tron Power Reaches Quality Management Milestone Industrial Construction Company becomes ISO 9001:2008 certified BY JORDAN LAPLANTE
Tron Power Inc. received their ISO 9001:2008 certificate on January 14th 2013 and is very proud of their success. Tron Power is proud to say they are among the first 100% Aboriginal owned companies to achieve this award. ISO 9001:2008 is the International standard for a quality management system. It offers a single set of standards internationally for whoever is applicable. In a sense, ISO 9001:2008 ensures the business operates more efficiently and productively. Commonly with certification a company is registered in an ISO directory in which other companies seeking suppliers can refer to. Companies seeking suppliers generally give preference to companies registered in the ISO directory
over companies that are not. Enrolment in the ISO 9001:2008 program provided Tron Power Inc. with a step by step structure they had to follow to get their ISO 9001:2008 certification while keeping up with their busy schedule. Tron Power’s very own ISO consultant provided personal guidance to develop manageable weekly tasks that lead to ISO 9001:2008 certification. Tron Power Inc. does not form to ISO; it’s the other way around. Tron Power Inc. continues to follow their own set of policies and procedures. The ISO program makes Tron Powers workplace more efficiently and effective. Although, ISO does put more responsibility on the employees, Tron Power is a lot more organized. With Tron Power being a project oriented company,
continued from page 2. practiced her bead work with smoked tanned Moose-hide with which she sewed gloves and moccasins for her children and grandchildren. It’s not so much about the survival of the fittest; it’s more about taking care of your own and helping others that happen to be your neighbour. Every family has their own situations and their own strategy to survive. I was told that there was no such thing as a ‘same hunter’. After spending time with my family and friends in English River, I’ve never been more sure of myself and the goals I want to accomplish this year. What I have learnt I will put to work on a daily basis to achieve those goals based on the values I came to adopt as my own. I am proud to say I’m learning more and more about my Dene background. My favourite story is when my uncle Ernest Wolverine and my grandpa Victor Wolverine went for a hunting trip to Key Lake, Saskatchewan in the late 60s. They were spending quality time with each other and my Grandpa Victor showing my uncle Ernest the ways of hunting and trapping. Back then, there were no roads for vehicles. The only transportation was a charter plane in which the people of the community of Patuanak, Saskatchewan had access to. Once my uncle and grandpa reached their destination in Key Lake, their journey began by walking miles into the bush, seeking wildlife which provided food to support their family back home and using the fur to wear Publisher/Editor: Armand LaPlante editor@indigenoustimes.ca Associate Editor: Jordan LaPlante j.laplante@live.com Advertising Sales: sales@indigenoustimes.ca phone: 306-955-0109
and sell. In closing, I am happy the NHL Lockout is finally over and the shortened season is well underway. I am looking forward to witnessing my favourite team, Philadelphia Flyers, winning the Stanley cup. I’ve been rooting for the Flyers for as long as I can remember, even though they haven’t won the Stanley cup since the 80s. I continue to show the flag by wearing the Flyers’ jersey almost every game I watch. Being a fan of the Flyers and following the 2013 NHL hockey season, I look forward to watching their excellent team play. The Philadelphia Flyers will continue to uphold their reputation of being one of the strongest teams that deserve to be hoisting the Stanley Cup, if not, definitely finish with a bang. Ko ta. Nene sti lo sa. Marsi tcho Jordan LaPlante j.laplante@live.com
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time management has been noticeably improved internally. One set of documents provides templates for their employees to work with such as scorecards to look back on regarding weekly evaluations. ISO helps the business by facilitating the ease in which to keep track of every document. When the ventures are due to be audited, ISO saves a lot of time. Internal auditors are trained on the ISO system in which gives Tron Power their own internal auditors. Tron Power has 12 audits in a year. Mr. Doug Reynolds, lead management of the ISO system, completes 2 out of 12 audits and oversees other Doug Reynolds VP of Corporate and Social Responsibility audits from other Tron Power employees. • cont on page 4
Editorial
by: Armand LaPlante
Tansi; I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce a new member to the Indigenous Times team: Jordan LaPlante. His editorial gives a thorough introduction of himself. Jordan will assume the associate editor position during the school months while I continue to pursue my degree. No doubt, you will see him at a PowWow near you.
Idle No More
Briefly, I would like to comment on Idle No More and its evolution. It has been a tough winter for our people trying to cultivate and harness the Idle No More energy while it was continuously being undermined by mainstream media. While the initial rallies and flashmobs have stalled, Idle No More has evolved to include teach-in sessions and seminars. The time that people
put into these teach-ins is invaluable; I hope the people that took the time to attend flash-mobs also take time to attend the teach-ins. I have taken a university course on Aboriginal Governance and what I learnt is very relevant, important and interesting, examining both contemporary and historical Canada. Educating the people is one way to unify the people of our beautiful and vast country. That is not to say the protesting side of Idle No More has diminished, in fact there have been droves of Idle No More protesters at Keystone XL protests across North America in the past few days. Although we can’t publish newspapers all the time we do often publish content on our social media sites. Please find us on Facebook (Indigenous Times News) and Twitter (@ indigenousSK) and you will see photos and stories that often don’t make it to our print editions. The end of winter is in sight! We hope everyone has had a great winter and we thank you for continuing to read Indigenous Times. Ekosi, Armand LaPlante editor@indigenoustimes.ca
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• Tron Power continued from page 3 More or less, ISO provided an opportunity for Tron Power employees to learn new forms of management. It was a new system for Tron Power to enhance their operations. ISO 9001:2008 certification was a goal Tron Power Inc. was looking forward to achieving. The certificate is not unattainable, anyone can do it. However, at first the ISO program was overwhelming as Tron Power Inc. and its other entities continued to grow; Tron Power is 1 out of 19 entities. The ISO program helped Tron Power employees know where every document was placed for future references, it simplified operations and increased efficiency. Tron Power Inc. Management and Staff are positive leaders and continue their mandate to hire First Nations people. They continue to assist potential employees and increase jobs. Tron Power encourages people to stay in school and earn a trade that can easily be pursued at Tron Power Inc. Furthermore, Tron Power wants people to stay focused in achieving their goals and make the commitment to be proud of who you are as an individual. Tron Power Inc. continues
to be involved in Industrial Construction and maintains a great partnership with Cameco which includes future projects dealing with Uranium up north in Saskatchewan. Tron Power is also developing a relationship with K+S Potash Canada and is currently working together on a project building a potash mine. Also, possible expansion will take place at the Tron Powers Inc. Grasswoods Complex office space and set themselves a long-term goal in regards to building their own hotel. Tron Power will also be building a new church in Patuanak, Saskatchewan.
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First Nations Assert Interest in Sask Pasture Lands Community Pastures Cooperative Last Spring’s Federal Budget (March 2012) saw the federal government terminate the Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration (PFRA), the agency responsible for various prairie-based land and water management programs. This will see an end to important sustainable land management programs including the Community Pasture Program that currently supports 1.2 million acres of pasture and ecologically sensitive lands throughout Saskatchewan. The federal government’s decision will end this highly successful 80-year program with several community pastures closing in Saskatchewan after this year’s grazing season is complete. To date the Saskatchewan government has been advocating that it is only interested in supporting and negotiating with the former PFRA cattle patrons, suggesting it will be conducted on a pasture-bypasture basis and that they will sell or lease these highly sensitive lands to patrons. The federal and provincial governments have to this point given no regard to First Nations interests or traditional/historical rights, with the province Minister of Agriculture stating many times that it is “just patrons” and the federal government saying nothing. To address this concern, last summer former Chief Elliot Kahpeaysewat of Moosomin First Nation initiated communications with various bands across the province and key organizational committees within FSIN towards devel-
oping a constructive and cooperative First Nations response that he called the Sustainable Land Management Joint Venture. This initiative, which has been continued to be advocated for by present Chief Brad Swiftwolfe of the Moosomin First Nation has gained significant traction over the past few months with First Nation leadership and is now being guided by Chief Jeremy Fourhornes of Piapot First Nations and former FSIN Chief Roland Crowe. Fourhornes notes, “As a First Nations leader, it upsets me to see the lack of consideration and consultation by both levels of government for the sustainable land management requirements of our sensitive prairie lands. Their disregard will have a negative impact on many economic and ecological interests, now and into the future.” Specifically, under the leadership of Chief Fourhornes, collaborative discussions with Chief(s) Ross Allary, Reg Bellerose, Brad Swiftwolfe, Wayne Semaganis and Jordi Fourhorns have been conducted and they have collectively established a steering committee towards pursuing this initiative and advancing the interests of all First Nations in Saskatchewan. Senator Roland Crowe was asked to serve as the Steering Committee Chair. They believe his extensive experience, leadership, and cooperative problem-solving skills provide the right underpinnings for their collective intention and will help achieve the common goals for
this initiative. Senator Crowe was Chief of the FSIN 20 years ago and facilitated the signing on September 22, 1992 of the Treaty Land Entitlement Framework between the Province and Saskatchewan First Nations. “As First Nations we must ensure that the prairie lands sustain the needs of the various stakeholder interests while protecting the needs of First Nations’ people and our future generations.” says Senator Crowe. To date the steering committee has hosted meetings with various stakeholders including federal and provincial representatives and participated in several conferences to discuss directly with cattle produces the importance of First Nation interests and the need for cooperation and consideration in this transitional process. The Joint Venture steering committee believes that these meetings have improved relationships and increase an awareness of First Nation concerns. During a recent meeting in Saskatoon with PFRA Patrons, former Chief Crowe and Chief Wayne Semaganis Had the opportunity to outline the general principles of the Treaty Land Entitlement process and profile specific examples of sound business arrangements on current First Nation land that have cattle producers securing long term grazing leases with Chiefs and Band Councils. Chief Semaganis stated “We have lived together in our communities for many years, our families and
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children share the same interests, we have the opportunity to create sound business agreements that work for us, now and into the future.” As well, on a recent radio phone in show the provincial Minister of Agriculture concurred that if First Nations have Treaty Land Entitlement interests in these lands then they need to be considered. Currently the federal government operates 62 pastures throughout the province, covering approximately 710,000 hectares of land. These pastures support various interests including grazing of cattle, preservation of biodiversity/ species at risk and protection of marginal lands from erosion, while providing essential habitat for wildlife. As well, First Nations have extensive and key economic interests over these specific tracts of land and feel that proactive efforts must be engaged towards protecting these interests. Chief Fourhornes states, “Our intended actions will be business-oriented, collaborative and considerate to all current stakeholders – stock growers, environmental groups, species at risk, and wildlife. We are confident our initiative will result in achieving the overall interests and goals of these varied and diverse groups. The risk of not supporting this proposed initiative will be that independent self-interest groups will attempt to lead this transitional process with little or no regard to First Nations and/or other key interests.” •
Young Woman First Ever Aboriginal to Graduate from RMC of Canada This Month’s Indigenous Times Youth Profile: Nicole Shingoose Aboriginal people have been struggling for years to overcome adversity and be looked at with respect. We are getting there slowly but surely, and the way we are doing it is by becoming successful people and representing our people in a positive way. One shining example of success and breaking down barriers for aboriginal people is Nicole Shingoose. Nicole is from the Cote First Nation but has lived a large majority of her life in Moosomin First Nation. Just recently she became the first ever Aboriginal person to graduate from the Royal Military College (RMC) of Canada of the Aboriginal Opportunity Leadership Year (ALOY) program. What makes it more notable is that she is a woman. When Nicole was in high school in 2007, she heard about a program called Raven; A summer camp program for high school stu-
dents offered by the military. She thoroughly enjoyed the program and received top candidate. During Raven a presentation was given about the ALOY program and it grabbed Nicole’s attention. She applied and got accepted into the very first ALOY year at the RMC. ALOY is just a year long program and most people take it as a good experience and end it there. Nicole, however, wanted to push herself even further. Upon completion she applied to the RMC for a four year degree program (through the Reserve Entry Training Plan) and got in. Nicole completed the program successfully and in January graduated with a degree in Math and a minor in Life Science. She was also commissioned to Officer and will now be parading at HMCS Unicorn (Naval Reserve Division) part time in Saskatoon. She has also gotten a part time job as a Personal Health Coach.
Even though Nicole has accomplished so much she doesn’t want to stop there. She says that her life goal is to be a Veterinarian. She plans on taking the prerequisites and getting into the program within the next year or so. With a drive like hers there is no doubt that she will be successful. One of the people that Nicole looks up to most and owes most of her ambition to is her mother. She calls her intelligent and strong, and says that she has instilled a good work ethic in her. She says her mother raised her up knowing that if you want something you just have to work hard for it. Nicole feels very honored and proud to be an Aboriginal woman and to have succeeded so much. She hopes that her story can be an influence to others, especially youth. She wants them
to know that anything is possible, and that they shouldn’t be afraid to make new paths. Nicole’s message to her people is that “You have to WORK for what you want.. Don’t give up. It’s okay to fail sometimes. What’s important is that you don’t let it stop you from accomplishing your goal”. Wise and truthful words from a very bright young lady. •
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Resource Revenue Sharing a Constitutional Obligation www.fsin.com (Saskatoon, SK) - The Chief and Executive of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations reacted in surprise to the Premier of Saskatchewan’s public comments reported in the media [January 16th]. “As I stated to the Premier when we met in November, the FSIN prefers to engage in thoughtful and respectful dialogue. The Premier agreed, at the time, that negotiating through the media is not productive. It’s unfortunate that he’s brought this dialogue into the public at this time. The Premier said he believes he has constitutional certainty regarding resource revenuesharing, but we know that we have constitutional certainty,” stated Perry Bellegarde, Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN). “When we talk about our rights, there’s actually a solid legal basis for our position. All we need to do is look to the United Nations and Canada’s Constitution,” added Chief Bellegarde. The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples which the UN General Assembly endorsed in 2007 and which Canada endorsed in 2010 sets the minimum standard and framework for indigenous rights around the world. Article 8 UN Declaration states:
1. Indigenous peoples and individuals have the right not to be subjected to forced assimilation or destruction of their culture. 2. States shall provide effective mechanisms for prevention of, and redress for: (a) Any action which has the aim or effect of depriving them of their integrity as distinct peoples, or of their cultural values or ethnic identities; (b) Any action which has the aim or effect of dispossessing them of their lands, territories or resources ... Article 28 UN Declaration states: Indigenous peoples have the right to redress, by means that can include restitution or, when this is not possible, just, fair and equitable compensation, for the lands, territories and resources which they have traditionally owned or otherwise occupied or used... There is also a constitutional basis for our position: Section 35 of Canada’s Constitution recognizes and affirms existing Aboriginal and Treaty rights. Indigenous Nations want Canada to respect its own laws and follow its own Constitution. In February 2012,
the Government of Canada conceded at the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination that the UN Declaration can be used to interpret Canadian law and the Constitution including Section 35. Chief Bellegarde went on to say, “Sharing is fundamental to the numbered treaties, to lands and resources, to revenue-sharing and beyond. We did not cede or surrender all of our lands and resources: we agreed to share to our mutual benefit. Sharing also entails our involvement in any decision-making that affects our territories and our people. Sharing should not result in detrimental effects to our lands, cultures and health but that’s been the case thus far, and that has to stop.” This is why Indigenous Nations, as signatories to the Treaties, must be at the table for all discussions regarding Canada’s natural resources. What’s at issue here is that today’s strategies remain inconsistent with today’s human rights standards. With the adoption of new standards in Section 35 and the UN Declaration, new strategies are needed by governments in their relations with First Nations. This requires our full involvement. “The Province of Saskatchewan’s unilateral approach and exclusion of Indigenous Nations flies in the face of the human rights standards for
indigenous peoples that Canada has adopted and which the Province is bound to uphold. Extinguishment of rights, marginalization and exclusion are the ways of the past, as are the ways of the colonial era. Respectful and thoughtful dialogue is what’s needed with the Government of Canada and the Province of Saskatchewan. As always, I remain committed to processes that bring about effective solutions to these long-outstanding issues. I hope we can return to a more productive dialogue soon. Saskatchewan’s resource-rich economy is booming right now and it will be even better when First Nations peoples are fully involved in resource development,” concluded Chief Bellegarde. •
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SNTC’s New “Hunger Strike” Inspired by Idle No More Circle of Voices Youth Actors Exert Positive Energy to Audiences BY JORDAN LAPLANTE
Circle of Voices youth are currently starting rehearsals for their own play called “HUNGER STRIKE” directed by Rob Roy. Hunger strike is set in the future and follows the story of a young pregnant girl named Sage, who is strug-
gling to live in a world where healthy food, clean water, and unpolluted air are highly regulated commodities controlled by an oppressive “utopian” government. Emerging Métis writer, Sarah Vermette, has collaborated closely with the youth from the Circle of Voices to write Hunger Strike, a play inspired by the Idle
Playwright Kenneth T Williams (centre) and young actors from Circle of Voices (Sask Native Theatre Company)
No More movement, which strives to inform all people that the earth’s natural resources are dwindling and should not be taken lightly. Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company was born as a dream among artists Gordon Tootoosis, Tantoo Cardinal, Kennetch Charlette and Dave Pratt while on the set of the movie Big Bear. It was their intent to provide artistic opportunities for Saskatchewan First Nations youth through cultural arts programming. Three years later that dream became reality as the Circle of Voices program was initiated in 1999. The inaugural production was titled Truth Hurts, incorporating themes of cultural identity, the intergenerational impacts of residential schools and family. Since then eight program productions have followed, resulting in provincial and national tours, and serving approximately 100 youth. The youth take responsibility for each production by mentoring in acting, stage management, design and production assistance, essentially learning all aspects of
theatre in the development process. After a production run in Saskatoon the youth tour their production to reserves and remote communities throughout the province. The Circle of Voices youth continue to learn about theatre and life development skills. Ninetyfive percent of the Circle of Voices participants completed the program and received Grade 11 and 12 drama class credits in the process. Not only did these youth gain valuable life skills and a stronger sense of cultural identity as First Nations and Métis people, many also went on to further their education and are now providing for themselves a positive quality of life. The Circle of Voices program runs from October 29, 2012 to March 31, 2013. In doing so Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company will honour the legacy of founding Board Member Gordon Tootoosis, who wanted the company to continue its work with youth and anchor its traditional Aboriginal teachings and values. •
National Chief Atleo and AFN Pleased with Supreme Court of Canada Decision
AFN Welcomes Ontario Superior Court Decision to Disclose Documents to Truth and Reconciliation Commission
(Ottawa, ON) – [January 24th] the Supreme Court of Canada granted leave to the Tsilhqot’in Nation to appeal the decision of the B.C. Court of Appeal regarding their aboriginal title claim. National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo together with Regional Chief Jody WilsonRaybould provided the following statement: “We fully support the Tsilhqot’in and are pleased that the Supreme Court has agreed to hear their appeal. We reject repeated attempts to unjustly restrict, narrow and deny inherent Aboriginal title and rights. We compel governments to work with all First Nations on the basis of recognition, respect and implementation rather than ongoing protracted legal disputes. This is a requirement for our peoples but also is the basis of successful partnership that is needed to build a stronger, sustainable economy for all Canadians.” In June 2012, the B.C. Court of Appeal confirmed the Aboriginal hunting, trapping and trade rights of the Tsilhqot’in people and barred wide-scale industrial logging in the region. However, the Court of Appeal set aside the trial judge’s findings of Aboriginal title, holding that Aboriginal title can be estab-
(Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-inchut Atleo said today he welcomes this morning’s Ontario Superior Court decision requiring the federal government to disclose and provide all documents related to the Indian Residential Schools era to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission consistent with the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (Settlement Agreement). “Today’s decision by the Ontario Superior Court underscores the importance of the truth-telling and truth-sharing mandate of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), in assisting with the individual healing of former students, their families and our communities, and helps advance the steps required toward reconciliation for First Nations and all Canadians,” said AFN National Chief Shawn Atleo, adding that AFN continues advocacy efforts to ensure the key principles of healing and reconciliation are the cornerstones of implementation of the Indian Residential Settlement Agreement. “As a central party to the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, the Assembly of First Nations urges the Government of Canada to fulfil its obligation un-
lished only to specific, intensively used sites, and not the core hunting and trapping grounds that were exclusively controlled and used by the Tsilhqot’in, year after year. The B.C. Court of Appeal justified its “postage stamp” approach expressly because of its stated desire to avoid “unnecessarily interfering with Crown sovereignty and the well-being of all Canadians”. AFN resolutions reflect First Nation frustrations with the federal government’s refusal to negotiate Aboriginal title in an acceptable or timely manner, and direct the AFN to pursue reforms to the federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy. Furthermore, the Chiefsin-Assembly through Resolution 74-2012, expressed support to the Tsilhqot’in Nation in pursuing their Aboriginal title claims, governance and sovereignty over their traditional lands, including AFN intervention in the Supreme Court hearing. •
der the Settlement Agreement and expeditiously share documentation with the TRC in an organized manner,” said National Chief Atleo. Earlier today Justice Stephen Goudge released the decision clarifying the Government of Canada’s basic obligation regarding document in its possession or control, specifically its requirement to provide all relevant documents to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including those located in Library and Archives of Canada. The Court noted that this obligation is in unqualified language, unlimited by where the documents are located within the Government of Canada. “This decision is a significant victory, and we will continue to stand in support of former students of the Indian Residential Schools and First Nations as the historical record of the Indian Residential School system will now be more complete and available to future generations,” said National Chief Atleo. “Reconciliation is about achieving real change that must come from increased and improved understanding of our shared history. These documents are essential to the truth-telling and truth-sharing work of the TRC, and all of us.” •
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BATC BOASTS FIRST SASK FIRST NATIONS SNOWBOARD TEAM (North Battleford, SK) - Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs is proud to have partnered with the First Nations Snowboard Team to form the first ever First Nations snowboard team in Saskatchewan. In the fall of 2012, SaskSport forwarded information from the First Nations Snowboard Team, who were interested in expanding their existing First Nations snowboard team in Saskatchewan. “The Chiefs feel this is a great opportunity for our youth for exposure to a new sport. I think it’s a great way to showcase the outstanding athleticism and skill of our local First Nations youth who continue to set the bar. So far the kids I’ve talked to are very excited and eager about adding this event to our Games.” said Chief Stewart Baptiste, Tribal Chair of Battlefords
Agency Tribal Chiefs. With financial assistance from the First Nations Snowboard Team and a grant from Rivers West District, the BATC Athletics Snowboard Team has been training at Table Mountain since January and will continue to the end of March. The team is training under Murray Ernst and the Riderz snowboard instructors. BATC Athletics Manager, Lisa McEachern said, “So far, response from the youth has surpassed expectations, but we were able to accommodate everyone. After only a few lessons, I am amazed at the skill level and enthusiasm of the team members” Training will continue in the winter 2013 with aspirations to expand the team and start competing Provincially. •
DAKOTA DUNES OPEN 2013 (Saskatoon, SK) - PGA TOUR Canada announced today that Saskatoon will be one of eight Canadian cities selected to host a tournament beginning in 2013. Jeff Monday, with the PGA TOUR, was in town today to make the announcement at a media conference organized by the Host Committee of the Dakota Dunes Open. Monday spent some time at the tournament this past summer when it was part of the former Canadian Tour, and was impressed with Dakota Dunes Golf Links and the tournament in general. A recommendation then went forward to include the lone Saskatchewan stop on the newly formed PGA TOUR Canada. After lending strategic and financial support to the Canadian Professional Golf Tour in 2012 and evaluating all aspects of the business, the PGA TOUR has agreed to assume operational control of what will become PGA TOUR Canada in 2013. The conversion began November 1. Moving forward, PGA TOUR Canada will provide direct access to the Web.com Tour for its leading money winners, based on the final Order of Merit. The top five players will receive playing privileges on the Web.com Tour, while the next five will be exempt into the finals of the Web.com Tour qualifying school. The PGA TOUR will work with all Canadian media outlets including its television partners, Shaw/Global TV and TSN, to broaden coverage of PGA TOUR Canada. The TOUR also
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will highlight PGA TOUR Canada through all its media resources, including PGATOUR.com and digital platforms. Hugh Vassos, Tournament Director, announced the tournament will take place at the Dakota Dunes July 4th – 7th with a full range of Golf Festival activities taking place throughout the week. The tournament will require a contingent of 200+ volunteers to operate. Along with the tournament title sponsor, the Dakota Dunes Casino, a number of new sponsorship opportunities will open up for local corporations. The tournament is expected to have an economic impact for the Saskatoon area in the neighbourhood of $1.6 million, attracting golf enthusiasts from throughout Saskatchewan. •
BATC CDC FUNDS FRIENDSHIP CENTRE HOMELESS SHELTER (North Battleford, SK) - BATC Community Development Corporation (BATC CDC) funded the Battlefords Indian Metis Friendship Centre (BIMFC) for the last couple of years to run the Emergency Shelter for Homeless People, and this year the CDC was the only funding source for the program. BATC CDC provided a grant of $22,000 in September which is the amount BIMFC indicated was required to run the program through the winter months up to March 31, 2013. Winter came early, which meant the program needed to start earlier, combined with a higher than anticipated case load caused a shortfall in funds to operate to the end of March. BATC CDC General Manager, Vivian Whitecalf, met with Jackie Kennedy, Executive Director of BIMFC earlier this week and through their discussions, it was recommended that an application
for additional funding be submitted to BATC CDC. The application was presented to the BATC CDC Board of Directors for review via email and an emergency phone quorum was obtained to approve the application. BIMFC Executive Director, Jackie Kennedy says, “We are very grateful for the sponsorship that will keep our doors open for the Temporary Emergency Homeless Shelter until the end of March 2013. We understand the community need and BATC CDC is the only funding that we received for this project.” The additional dollars provided to BIMFC to continue the program to March 2013 is $13,000. “The need for an emergency shelter is evident and as a community we can’t be closing doors to a group that will have nowhere else to go, especially in the winter months,” says Neil Sasakamoose, BATC CDC Board Chair. •
LAKOTA OLYMPIAN BILLY MILLS TO BE HONOURED BY PRESIDENT OBAMA
William Mervin “Billy” Mills, also known as Makata Taka Hela (born June 30, 1938), is the second Native American to win an Olympic gold medal. Billy Mills was born in the Pine Ridge, South Dakota and was raised on the impoverished Pine Ridge Indian Reservation for Oglala Sioux people. Bills qualified for the 1964 Summer Olympics on the U.S Track and Field Team in the 10,000 meter
and the marathon. On February 15, 2013, the Pine Ridge native will be receiving the Presidential Citizens Medal in Washington, D.C. of which is the Nation’s second highest civilian award. A non-profit agency that works to strengthen Native American communities, Mr. Mills also co-founded and has become the national spokesman for the Running Strong for American Indian Youth organization. •
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Traditional Harvesters Persevering Northern Saskatchewan Trappers Association Cooperative The traditional harvesting practice of trapping is making a comeback and it is the younger generations that are responsible, stated Mr. Clifford Ray, President of the Northern Saskatchewan Trappers Association Cooperative (NSTAC) who is from Sandy Bay community of the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation. After years of imposition by animal rights groups of their cultural values onto First Nations and
Clifford Ray, President of Northern Saskatchewan Trappers Association Cooperative
Métis fur harvesters, the harvesters have seemed to withstand that perceived attack on themselves: membership increased from 1500 harvesters with licenses in the year 2000, to 3200 harvesters in 2012. The senior trappers were eager to share their knowledge and experience with more youthful trappers. It is encouraging for aging harvesters to see that way of life being continued into the future. Mr. Ray states that for them it’s not only about trapping; it’s about a way of life, our relationships with the land and all its inhabitants overseen by our Creator. Harvesters (trappers) love the land and act as stewards who do what they can to protect it. The relationship that the harvesters have with resource developers such as the Cameco and AREVA mining corporations has been cautious but reasonably amicable. But Mr. Ray believes there is always room for improvement such as ongoing consulting with the traditional harvesters including fisherman, hunters, and gatherers. The way the land is used is an ongoing concern, although Mr. Ray acknowledges Cameco and AREVA
make an effort to accommodate and assist trappers to continue their way of life with the least amount of disruption as possible. It’s important for the Trappers Association that people know that the youth have to get a humane
trapper’s certificate and firearms certificate before the Government of Saskatchewan will issue a Trapper’s License. The trappers are involved on the certification process. Mr. Ray emphasized that this way of life is good for the land and for everybody in the world. •
Finding a voice... In 80 fur blocks spanning the northern two-thirds of Saskatchewan, 2,400 trappers still live off the land. Teaching how to respect nature’s gifts, living a healthy lifestyle, and caring for and enjoying the fruits of the land have been hallmarks of a trapper culture that sustained Aboriginal people for centuries. The Northern Saskatchewan Trappers Association was formed to guide trapping development and advocate for northern trappers. Now that the organization has incorporated as a co-operative, it is using its voice to secure support for trapping, preserve Aboriginal culture, protect the land, increase economic opportunities, practise sustainable food production, encourage young people to relearn their identities, and reconnect the generations for hope, healing, and health. •
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Road to the University Cup First Nations stand out Craig McCallum sidelined The University of Saskatchewan Men’s Hockey team is hosting the CIS University Cup in Saskatoon, Sask. on March 14-17, 2013, in which Canada’s best will be competing. Unfortunately, U of S Huskies forward, Craig McCallum, will be sidelined due to an injury. McCallum has been a strong contributor to the team and was named CIS player of the week in December 12, 2012. Natives, show your support for Canoe Lake First Nation‘s Craig McCallum and the University of Saskatchewan Huskies Men’s Hockey team.
NCAA MARCH MADNESS Natives get behind Ole Miss Rebels for NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. Native American Marshall Henderson of Mississippi Rebels (Ole Miss) is making a lot of noise in the basketball world. A pure shooter, a guard that is the go-to guy for the Rebels at clutch time. Often referred to as the bad boy of basketball, he is a proven prolific scorer, once leading SEC scoring title. He was compared to Eminem personality-wise by Jalen Rose who was a former NBA basketball player and Television commentator.
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Reaching Super Stardom
Becoming the next Aboriginal Superstar - Guest commentary by Suzette Amaya Are you ready for Super Stardom? Is North America awaiting the next Aboriginal cross over artist? There is undeniably thousands of Aboriginal Artists waiting for their break into the mainstream music and arts industry! Who will be the next Adam Beach of the Music Industry? Did Twilight break a few stereotypes of what Aboriginal teens are really like? Are we “everyday people” or are we still tokenized? A small population of artists that have either broken into that glass ceiling or merely scratched the surface in the music industry include Buffy Sainte Marie, Stevie Salas, Derek Miller, Joey Stylez, Shane Yellowbird, Crystal Shawanda, and A Tribe Called Red just to name a few. Although the Industry has changed dramatically, these artists have international fame yet are not quite selling out arenas as headliners. With CD Stores gone obsolete and the birth of iTunes, CD Baby, Sound Cloud, YouTube, Reverb Nation and tons of social networking/blogging sites, the business of making money in this industry has also gone pretty much obsolete. The real money is in concerts ticket sales, marketing materials, clothing lines, perfumes, posters, and pretty much anything that leaves someone say, “OMG that person has [insert huge number here] YouTube views, a million Twitter/Facebook Followers, and now I have a photo with him/ her!” But how does one become the next Jay-Z, Justin Bieber, or J-LO? Simple: SELL YOUR
SOUL. Bad advice I know but there are healthier ways that don’t include losing your complete Identity, your soul, and your ability to have creative control over your image and music. Stay with me it gets boring, takes tons of work, many sacrifices and sleepless nights! Get a glass of water these are going to be the tools that will get you part way there! First, how did I get to be the Native Paris Hilton? This is not just an act of bragging, shameless fame and self-promotion... I learned to truly love myself! Years of selfhelp, healing, counseling and commitment to be positive and love my flaws as well as the quest for continual knowledge... ok back to how to get what you want out of this crazy scene. STEP ONE: First find a mentor -- a healthy one! Buffy Sainte-Marie was an icon that led me personally into this crazed selfsacrificing Industry, watching her while I grew up. She is a legend; she is talented, sexy, intelligent, kind and also a feminist radical. I saw how she was breaking stereotypes, overcoming adversities and crushing into the Old Boys Club of the mainstream industry. FYI, one of her most popular songs, “Until It’s Time for You to Go”, has been re-recorded by artists as diverse as Elvis Presley, Barbra Streisand, and Neil Diamond. She has won a Juno, Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, Gemini Award, Governor General’s Performing Arts Award and MORE! A Serious Hall of Famer! She’s also been on Sesame Street, I’d LOVE to be on
that show! I figure if I think big and positive, all is possible! I wanted to meet her, hang out, and just shake her hand. Having had the pleasure of interviewing her twice and hanging out at the Junos when in Vancouver, I am truly honored to have had the pleasure to meet my favourite icon. All the while figuring that if she can do it so can I (well in my own way of course)! Since I’m not the greatest singer and can only strum a few chords, radio was the perfect match. My father nick named me “Jabber Jaws” who knew my fate was to share my voice on the radio air waves! My Jabber Jaws are blabbing now, so much to share so little paper. Back to STEP ONE: Finding a mentor. Find someone you see as a great role model who is successful; it can be a few people. Ask tons of questions, learn the ropes, I’ve met artists who are doing well that are in a constant state of work! Here’s the checklist: Marketing, networking, writing, practicing/training their vocals, lyrics, practicing their Stage performance (nothing is worst than spending my last $20 to see a show and the artist is not very entertaining or professional. I’ve got kids, 20 bucks is 20 bucks; that’s a quarter tank of gas), building a street team, promotions, making videos, social networking, being fashionable, touring, bookings, photo-shoots, Investing in Swagg... OK Breath… H20… Sounds like a Lot? That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Mega Stars do have people who do most of the work but the road to success takes work, learning and experi-
ence! In this day and age almost anything you want to learn you can find online. I YouTube and Google everything from how to do my hair to fixing my car, learning Photoshop, graphic design, business tips and music industry insights. STEP TWO: Learn & Create! There is so much an artist needs to be aware of, especially the various roles in the industry such as agents, booking agents, entertainment lawyers, distributors, record labels, managers, personal managers, marketers, talent scouts, sound engineers, and promoters. It’s like learning the Map of the World of Music. Find professionals in those roles and ask questions! CREATE -- Marketing is EVERYTHING! Do you have a: Bio? Promotional kit? Demo? CD? Ep? Itunes? Build your brand! Get a business license! Patent your name! People wanting to get into the mainstream Industry DEFINITELY need STEP THREE: BUILD A TEAM / FANBASE / SUPPORT NETWORK. There are so many amazing artists out there in Turtle Island waiting for that fateful day when they are discovered on Aboriginal Day, at a Karaoke Bar, at Club Gig etc. Honestly, if you don’t start making friends outside of your circle and getting exposure through mainstream media outlets... YIKES! You need to know those people or someone who does! (To Be Continued in the next issue of Indigenous Times). •
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306 HipHop Skateshop Stays Busy With Regina Inner City Youth DJ Hynx tells us how the 306 Shop became a staple in Regina’s skate community
Back in 2007 I had gotten into some trouble with the law on a skateboard tour, nothing too serious, just got fined and had to do commu-
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nity work at the North Central Family Center here in Regina. They had me helping out with the kids at the center and that was great. I noticed the kids would seem to rather play video games and computers as opposed to being outside and enjoying the nice skateboarding weather. The kids seemed a lot like me when I was younger so we decided to go skateboarding after establishing that it might be something they could be interested in. We went to the outdoor skate park for day 1; we
had three boards and 10 kids so we took turns learning the basics and having a new type of fun for them called skateboarding. They seemed to really enjoy skateboarding and we went almost every day for a few weeks until my community hours were done. It was heart wrenching to know that once I was done my work, no one would be able to teach the kids proper skateboard technique so I decided to volunteer and pick the kids up after school to go skating. Some of the kids at this point were getting very good at skateboarding and having more fun with it than ever! Getting sweaty and venting through the same outlet that saved my life. I felt that it was meant to be to “pay it forward” and shared my knowledge of the sport with any of them who wanted to learn. We would skate almost every day and even did bottle drives so we could go out of town on day trips in the summer months to try other skate parks like Saskatoon, Weyburn, Pilot, Butte, Wawota, Moose Jaw, Swift Current etc. It then began to snow and we thought the season would be over until spring -- that isn’t what happened. Some of the kids wanted to still skate during the winter and I could relate to being that age and frustrated there was nowhere to skate when it was cold so we decided to skate in the basement of our house for a few months. This was fun but just not sufficient to have a good, fast skate session. That’s when I thought it would be awesome to open an indoor facility that anyone could use almost any time. I have been selling boards since the age of 14 and knew this is what I wanted to do with the rest of my life: give back to skateboarding. I decided to move my skateboard store into a bigger space so we could open our own indoor skateboard park for the kids. We moved
DJ Hynx and a group of young skaters at the indoor skatepark at 306 Hiphop Skate Shop
the shop in late 2008, just before the snow hit, to an amazing location of an old dance studio just across the street from the mall my shop was initially located at. This is 5 years later and business is booming on all levels. The skate park is great because the kids are learning to build the ramps and see the work it takes to make such a facility unfold. We are always redesigning the ramp layout and creating new obstacles. We also have events like competitions and concerts regularly which supports the building. Last season, rapper XZIBIT did a concert here. Also other artists such as Wacka Flocka, Warren G, Bone Thugs N’ Harmony, Winnipeg’s Most, Dj4our5ive, Caspian, Snak The Ripper, HellNBack, Pip Skid, Creeasian, Emotionz, OS12, and Joey Stylez among others are through the doors monthly checking out the spot and chilling with the youth for Meet & Greets. We regularly have hip-hop events like rap battles, break dance competitions and DJ demos -- footage can be found on our Facebook page. This is five years later with the skate park and I have personally seen it change the paths of some youth who, as we all know, are susceptible. Skateboarding is a great passion for anyone interested; creating the opportunity has been, and will continue to be, my pleasure. It seems to establish more longevity the more one gives back on a spiritual level. This has been awesome because not only did we have famous rock stars drop through to visit, but also pro skaters such as Dan Pageau, Trevor Houlihan, Danny Fernandez, Ben Chibber, Chad Janzen, Geoff Dermer etc. We get video footage of their stunts and they also train for events like local competitions and even Dew Tour or X-games. It is turning into one of the best training facilities in Canada just from the positive energy alone; we give back and get back, it’s that easy! Some of the community groups we work with are Ranch Ehrlo, Dojack, Public school board, North Central Family Center, Big Brothers etc. Just want to say thanks to all the people who support the shop to fund our independently funded youth center over the years and look forward to many more skate sessions and great times in the future. This spot is awesome and it feels like home to many people from all walks of life from all over the world mostly Regina though. We are here to stay for a long, long time. • WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/306SHOP
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