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Six Nations in prime location for once in a lifetime solar eclipse in April

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Six Nations in prime location for once in a lifetime solar eclipse in April

By Donna Duric

Six Nations is set to witness a spectacular total solar eclipse in April that astronomers are calling a once in a lifetime celestial event.

And the community is pretty much in the most perfect spot along the path of the eclipse to witness total darkness for a few moments when the moon completely covers the sun - known as the path of totality.

Dr. Robert Cockcroft, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy at McMaster University, told an audience at the GREAT theatre on Monday that

Six Nations is even better positioned than Hamilton to view this rare event - so rare, in fact, that the last time this area witnessed a total solar eclipse was in 1925.

It won’t happen again until the year 2144.

“When we talk about this total solar eclipse being a once in a lifetime event, that’s what we mean,” said Dr. Cockcroft.

If you really wanted to see one somewhere in the world there’s a total solar eclipse every 18 months, he said.

But, he said, “To have one to come to you it’s quite special. We don’t have to travel to this one it will come to us.”

During a total solar eclipse, the moon moves directly in front of the sun, blocking out the light from the sun during day-

light hours.

“The moon will completely block the sunlight,” said Dr. Cockcroft. “Only in the dark part of the shadow do you see a total solar eclipse. So the dark part means you’re in the path of totality. If you’re in the path of totality, you get to see total darkness.”

The path of totality for the Great North American Solar Eclipse of 2024 starts around Mexico, then southern Texas, moving through major cities like San Antonio and Dallas, then up through Little Rock, Indianapolis, Columbus, Cleveland, Buffalo, and Niagara Falls, all the way up through Sherbrooke and even Montreal.

“We are in the path of totality,” said Dr. Cockcroft. “We get to see the

total solar eclipse.”

The path of totality isn’t that wide, though.

Toronto won’t see a total eclipse and the edge of the path of totality ends around the Burlington and Oakville region.

Six Nations is even better positioned for a bit longer darkness than the nearest big city - Hamilton.

Dr. Cockcroft repeatedly warned people not to look at the sun during the eclipse, which will happen around 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on April 8th because of the damage the sun can cause to the eyes.

“Adults know in general not to look unless you have special eclipse glasses. Then you can look at the sun safely with these glasses.”

The eclipse will start around 2 p.m. and those

in the path of totality will start witnessing what Dr. Cockcroft called, “first contact.”

That’s when the moon is just starting to encroach on the sun.

“This is the start of the partial eclipse.”

In Hamilton, around 3:18 p.m.. the moon will completely block the sun.

It will last about two minutes until 3:20 p.m.

“For those two min-

utes,” Dr. Cockcroft said, “you can take the solar glasses off.”

Anyone interested in viewing the eclipse with the community can gather at the Six Nations Parks and Recreation grounds on Fourth Line Road from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Six Nations schools will not be in session that day in order to view the eclipse safely.

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Six Nations gas bill woes; carbon tax set to increase again in April

Six Nations Elected Council says it will meet with Enbridge to try to negotiate a reduction in gas bills for local residents after a local man came to council last week showcasing the astronomical costs of his natural gas bill.

Andrew Mark Hill said his last bill showed he used $34 worth of gas but the delivery cost was $119.

“Somebody has to really sit down and look at this because that cost is ridiculous,” Hill told council last week. “It’s uncalled for.”

He pointed out that Six Nations residents don’t have to pay a delivery fee for hydro anymore and suggested the delivery fee on gas be waived somehow, as well.

The waiving of that hydro fee came due to political pressure, said Coun. Helen Miller.

“The only reason you don’t have delivery on your

hydro bill is because (former) Chief Ava Hill’s council went and worked with the government to take the delivery cost off the hydro bill for First Nations.”

Tracy Skye, manager of Six Nations Natural Gas, said that Enbridge charges them to use their pipeline to delver natural gas to the reserve. There’s also a service charge on each bill that keeps the gas company running.

“We have to be able to operate and sustain ourselves because we don’t want to go into bankruptcy,” she said.

She explained the process by which natural gas comes to Six Nations.

They purchase their gas from Shell. The gas is taken to two of their meter stations, one on Hwy 54 and one on Third Line.

“In order to do that we have to use Enbridge’s pipeline and that’s where

the transportation costs comes in because Enbridge charges us to use their pipeline. Then the cost to deliver from the stations to the homes is the funds that Six Nations Natural Gas uses to operate.”

Coun. Miller said they should meet with Enbridge to get rid of the transport costs.

“We’re the poorest people in the country and as for the carbon tax, that carbon tax is going to keep going up because they’re trying to discourage everyone from using natural gas. By 2030 it sounds like you guys will be out of business,” she told Skye. “They want everyone to use heat pumps. There’s a big issue with that carbon tax. We shouldn’t be paying it.”

Elected Council said it will try to start negotiations with Enbridge to bring costs down for residents.

Trudeau-Meloni: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators say they feel vilified after protest cancels PM event

By: Alessia Passafiume

Organizers of a pro-Palestinian protest that disrupted a weekend reception featuring Prime Minister Justin Trudeau say they’re being unfairly vilified.¬†

The event, which was to include Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, was abruptly called off as demonstrators blocked entrances to the Art Gallery of Ontario.

Toronto police said there were no injuries arising from the protest of about 400 demonstrators, and no arrests were made, but investigations are ongoing.

Dalia Awwad, an organizer with the group known as Palestinian Youth Movement, accused elected officials of intentionally vilifying protesters in an effort to avoid talking about Canada’s position on the Israel-Hamas war.

“It’s also an attempt by politicians to shift the narrative away from the role they have played in

the genocide,” Awwad said Monday.

It’s an attempt, she continued, “to make it so these protests are the issue when the issue is the role that the Canadian state is playing here.”

The Canadian government has not stated an opinion on whether Israel is committing genocide in the Gaza Strip, a case South Africa has been making at the United Nations’ highest court.

The federal Liberals have said they believe in the International Court of Justice as an institution and Israel must do what it can to limit civilian casualties, while condemning Hamas for its attack on Israel.

The war began after the Oct. 7 rampage, in which militants killed 1,200 people and took another 250 hostage. Israeli forces have bombarded the Palestinian territory controlled by Hamas since then, and Gaza’s Health Ministry says 30,000 Palestinians are dead amid a

worsening humanitarian crisis. 

Protests have frequently taken place across Canada in recent months. Both Jewish and Muslim groups warn that they are seeing an increase in hateful conduct, as police report an increase in hate-motivated crimes. 

At the protest in Toronto on Saturday, demonstrators blocked entrances to the art gallery and prevented many attendees from getting in. Neither Trudeau nor Meloni entered the venue, which briefly went into lockdown. International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen attempted to enter through the main entrance, but protesters blocked his path and followed him for two blocks as he was flanked by police officers while trying to enter a more secure location.

Some demonstrators confronted Hussen directly, saying it was shameful for him to call himself a Muslim. “You are complicit in the genocide. Your

hands are red. You are complicit in the murder of my family members and my friends,” one demonstrator said to him.

In a social media post on Sunday, former public safety minister Marco Mendicino described the gallery protesters as antisemitic “thugs.”

The gallery “was not secure. And that was their objective. They don‚Äôt want their fellow Canadians to feel safe,” Mendicino said in a series of posts on X.

“You break the law, you should be arrested, charged and prosecuted. ‚Ķ These thugs think they scored a win last night, but all they did was lose public support and embarrass themselves. Time for the madness to stop.”

Amira Elghawaby, Canada’s anti-Islamophobia envoy, decried a “constant rush” to portray pro-Palestinian protests as a threat to public safety.

Doing so “is both wrong and dangerous, as are attempts to obscure the

facts around why peaceful protests are happening,” she said on social media Monday.

Deborah Lyons, Canada’s envoy on combating antisemitism, called the cancellation a “direct result of caving in to the irrational demands of an out-of-control and noisy cohort, fuelling their determination.”

Michael DeForge, an organizer with the Toronto chapter of Writers Against the War on Gaza, said it was a win amid efforts to seek a change of course from politicians. 

He said Trudeau has “complicity in Palestinian death.”¬†

DeForge also described Meloni as a “figurehead for far-right nationalism,” and someone who “has supported the genocide of Palestinians.”

Meloni and Trudeau have both advocated for a two-state solution to the conflict, in which an independent Palestinian state would exist alongside Israel. 

Italy has also worked in concert with G7 countries to advocate against the killing of Palestinian civilians. 

A protest outside Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto last month drew wide condemnation from critics who saw the location as a deliberate choice. 

In a joint written statement, the three groups that organized the march denied accusations of antisemitism. 

“We condemn the Canadian politicians incorrectly portraying the protest as targeting the hospital,” the groups said.¬†

Zoe Newman, an organizer with Jews Say No to Genocide, was present during Saturday’s protest, and took issue with it being framed as antisemitic.

“It’s very troubling to have antisemitism used in a way that alters and twists its meaning,” she said in an interview Monday. “Trudeau meeting with somebody whose

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Ont-First-Nation-Fire: Fire that destroyed nursing station forces Ontario First Nation to evacuate patients

A remote northwestern Ontario First Nation has evacuated people with specific medical needs after a fire destroyed its nursing station, the community’s chief said on Tuesday.

Chief Russell Wesley of Cat Lake First Nation said people who need treatment

for cancer, diabetes and addiction support were among those who left the community on Monday evening.

“Those people were removed from the community,” he said.

“There’s long-term planning happening now in terms of a long-term solution, our technical teams

Khaini, Child and Youth Care

at the tribal council are working on that ... there’s a lot of effort to resolve the situation very quickly.”

The chief said the First Nation has established a team to work on restoring health services following the Saturday night fire in the Ojibway community of about 650 people,

located about 440 kilometres northwest of Thunder Bay, Ont.

“I’ve had to declare a state of emergency to access certain services,” Wesley said.

“The nurses that are right there, are still there, and they never actually left.”

He said the six nurses who have remained

in the community are currently staying at the local fire base. 

The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service has said it is investigating the circumstances of the fire, with support from the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal.

Police have said officers in the Cat Lake First Nation detach-

ment were called to the fire at the nursing station just before 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, and worked with community members to contain the blaze.

“The building appears to be a total loss, however, no injuries were reported as a result of the fire,” police said.

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“Individual Jurisdictional Challenge: Asserting Mohawk Rights and Sovereignty”

Dear Editor,

I am writing to inform the readership of Two Row Times about a significant legal undertaking that I, as an individual within the Mohawk community of Grand River, have embarked upon in the pursuit of justice and recognition of our inherent rights.

I have initiated a juris-

dictional challenge pertaining to the lands covered under the provisions of the Haldimand Proclamation and Haldimand Treaty. This challenge is rooted in the fundamental principle that, despite exhaustive attempts and approaches to all levels of government responsible for oaths of allegiance and oversight, no evidence has

been found to support the incorporation of these lands into the province of Ontario.

Furthermore, my challenge asserts that as a Mohawk individual, Mohawks have never placed the lands in trust, nor do Mohawks of Grand River have monies held in trust by the Canadian or Provincial governments. Therefore,

I maintain that no claims can be made against me to subject me to the Indian Act or the general application rules for provincial legislation over Mohawk individuals or their lawfully acquired territories.

I am pleased to report that my trial, initially adjourned, is progressing to discussions with a justice of the peace. This develop-

ment represents a significant step forward in my endeavor to uphold individual rights within our community.

To provide further insight into this challenge, I invite interested parties to visit the website sixmilesdeep.com, where details regarding the challenge can be accessed.

It is my hope that by

sharing my journey, I can contribute to a broader understanding of the complexities surrounding Indigenous rights and sovereignty issues within our community.

Sincerely, Benjamin Doolittle UE

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Ont-Train-Collision: Two teens on railway tracks struck and killed by Toronto UP Express train: police

A packed Toronto airport commuter train struck and killed a 14-year-old girl and 16-year-old boy Monday night, officials said, as investigators worked to piece together how the teens ended up on the tracks.

“This is a tragic incident,” said Martin Gallagher, the chief operating of ficer for Metrolinx, the provincial agency that operates the train between Toronto Pearson Airport and downtown Union Station.

More than 200 people were on the UP Express Monday night headed toward the airport when the train crashed into the teens on a stretch of tracks between stations, officials said.

Toronto police Insp.

Keri Fernandes said the questions of why the teens were on the tracks and whether there was any criminal activity involved had not been “completely uncovered yet.”

“It’s an ongoing investigation,” she said during a news conference on Tuesday morning.

Police responded to reports of the crash shortly af ter 10 p.m. near Weston Road and Eglinton Avenue West. Fernandes said the first 911 call came from the train operators.

“These incidents are traumatic for both the families of the victims and the persons involved in the train,” she said.

Metrolinx said passengers on the train were held on board for about two hours while police investigated. They were

then let off at Mount Dennis station. UP Express trains were suspended for the rest of the night, with buses running instead, but rail service resumed Tuesday morning.

Gallagher, who also serves as Metrolinx’s chief safety and security office, said one of the agency’s priorities would be to “manage the mental health of those involved,” adding the operators would be off work for “a period of time.”

He also played up the agency’s efforts to try to deter people from crossing railway lines on its “long, large network.” He said the agency places fencing and foliage around parts of the network, does outreach work in schools to discuss the dangers of trespassing and works

with police to enforce offences when necessary.

“We take this very se-

riously and we do a lot to deter people from crossing railway lines,” he said.

SIX NATIONS POLICE

Constable - Contract Position

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 5, 2024.

Applications for a contract position for Constable with the Six Nations Police are now being called for. All applicants must fill out a standard application form available at the Six Nations Police Station.

CRITERIA for applicants are as follows:

Minimum Requirements to be considered for a career in First Nations Policing with the Six Nations Police Service, you must:

- Be 19 years of age or over and able to provide an official birth certificate or proof of age;

- Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position having regard to your own safety and the safety of members of the public

- Have successfully completed at least 4 years of Secondary School education or its equivalent (official transcripts and diplomas will be required)

- Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people would consider being trustworthy and having integrity, with no criminal record;

- certified by a physician to be fit for duty as a front line Six Nations Police Constable and able to pass physical tests which are required in the recruiting process

- Possess a valid driver’s license with no more than 6 accumulated demerit points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges

- Be able to pass a security clearance as well as background investigation, credit card and reference checks

If you have any criminal convictions under a Federal Statute you must obtain a pardon.

Special Requirements – for the Six Nations Police Service, in order to address the unique and at times urgent needs of the Six Nations of the Grand River Community and Haudenosaunee culture, additional requirements include:

- Extensive knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory

- A sound understanding of Haudenosaunee culture, customs, traditions and social political issues of the Six Nations of the Grand River

- Six Nations of the Grand River Band Membership/Citizenship and residency is considered a preferred asset and

- Membership or extensive working experience with any Indigenous Nation will also be considered an asset

Desirable Qualifications:

• Six Nations Band member preferred

Assets:

• Previous policing related experience

• Law and security courses, etc.

Closing Date: Applications must be received by 3:00 p.m. March 15, 2024.

Applications in complete form are to be mailed or hand delivered to:

Six Nations Police P.O. Box 758

2112 4th Line Road

Ohsweken, Ontario

N0A 1M0

Attention: Policing Administrator

For further information, please contact the Policing Administrator at 519-445-4191.

COVID-19 Restrictions will be exercised.

Ont-School-Bus-Crash

Five kids left with minor injuries after school bus with 40 students rolls over: OPP

Police say five children who were taken to hospital after a school bus rolled over in rural southern Ontario on Tuesday morning suffered minor injuries.

Ontario Provincial Police said officers responded to a report shortly after 8 a.m. of a school bus rolling over at Cuthbert Road and Dodge Line, south of Woodstock, Ont. They said the bus was carrying 40 children.

Police said one child was pinned beneath the bus and had to be airlifted to a hospital in London, while several others were taken to hospital by ambulance.

A spokesperson for the Ornge air ambulance service said the airlifted patient had critical injuries. Oxford County Paramed-

ic Services said paramedics took six patients with minor injuries to area hospitals.

In a video later posted on social media, police spokesperson Const. Randi Crawford said five students had been hurt, and their injuries had since been determined to be “minor in nature.”

“I can let you know that all the students are OK,” she said.

In a similar video earlier Tuesday, Sgt. Ed Sanchuk said all parents and caregivers of the students on the bus had been told about the crash.

The bus driver suffered minor injuries, he said.  

Sanchuk also praised a “Good Samaritan” who he said helped to evacuate the children from the

bus.

“We can’t thank you enough for everything you did this morning,” he said.

Bernie Gray, whose business is about 800 metres away from the crash site, said he spoke to a lot of the parents as they arrived.

“There was a lot of parents down. They were all shook up at first,” he said in a phone interview.¬†

“The biggest thing is it scared the living hell out of all the kids.”

Gray said he could see the school bus on its side, but police turned him away before he could venture any closer.

Police asked people to avoid the area.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 5, 2024.

Notice of Public Information Centre

Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study

Intersection Improvements at Highway 6 and Eighth Line/Wellington Road 22, and Highway 6 and Second Line (GWP 3113-18-00 and 3112-18-00)

THE PROJECT

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained Egis (formerly McIntosh Perry) to undertake the Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for intersection improvements on Highway 6 within the Township of Guelph/ Eramosa and Township of Centre Wellington, County of Wellington.

The purpose of this notice is to invite interested stakeholders to participate in an Online Public Information Centre (PIC). The PIC is being held to present the study process, outline the existing conditions, the list of alternatives, and receive input on the proposed improvements within the study area. The Online PIC will be available for a 30-day comment period from March 6, 2024 to April 5, 2024

To view the PIC material and provide comments, please visit the project website at www.highway6andwellingtonroadsecondline.com

THE PROCESS

The Preliminary Design is following the approved planning process for a Group ‘B’ project in accordance with the Class EA for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000).

COMMENTS

We encourage you to visit the Project Website at any time during the study for updates on this project. Project information including study notices, background information, PIC material, and the Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) will be made available as the study progresses. If you require further information or have accessibility requirements in order to participate, please contact one of the individuals named below. Any comments or questions can be directed to one of the following project team members:

Mr. Steven Pilgrim, P.Eng.

Project Manager

Egis

1-1329 Gardiners Road

Kingston, ON K7P 0L8

tel: 343-344-2629 or toll-free: 1-888-348-8991

e-mail: highway6@mcintoshperry.com

Ms. Wendy Xu, P.Eng.

Project Engineer

Ministry of Transportation

3rd Flr, 659 Exeter Road, London, ON N6E 1L3 tel: 548-588-1937

e-mail: wendy.xu@ontario.ca

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments become part of the public record. If you have accessibility requirements in order to be able to participate in this study, please contact one of the project team members listed above.

Notice of Public Information Centre

Preliminary

Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study

Intersection Improvements at Highway 6 and Eighth Line/Wellington Road 22, and Highway 6 and Second Line (GWP 3113-18-00 and 3112-18-00)

THE PROJECT

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained Egis (formerly McIntosh Perry) to undertake the Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for intersection improvements on Highway 6 within the Township of Guelph/ Eramosa and Township of Centre Wellington, County of Wellington.

The purpose of this notice is to invite interested stakeholders to participate in an Online Public Information Centre (PIC). The PIC is being held to present the study process, outline the existing conditions, the list of alternatives, and receive input on the proposed improvements within the study area. The Online PIC will be available for a 30-day comment period from March 6, 2024 to April 5, 2024

To view the PIC material and provide comments, please visit the project website at www.highway6andwellingtonroadsecondline.com

THE PROCESS

The Preliminary Design is following the approved planning process for a Group ‘B’ project in accordance with the Class EA for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000).

COMMENTS

We encourage you to visit the Project Website at any time during the study for updates on this project. Project information including study notices, background information, PIC material, and the Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) will be made available as the study progresses. If you require further information or have accessibility requirements in order to participate, please contact one of the individuals named below. Any comments or questions can be directed to one of the following project team members:

Mr. Steven Pilgrim, P.Eng.

Project Manager

Egis

1-1329 Gardiners Road Kingston, ON K7P 0L8

tel: 343-344-2629 or toll-free: 1-888-348-8991

e-mail: highway6@mcintoshperry.com

Ms. Wendy Xu, P.Eng.

Project Engineer

Ministry of Transportation

3rd Flr, 659 Exeter Road, London, ON N6E 1L3

tel: 548-588-1937

e-mail: wendy.xu@ontario.ca

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments become part of the public record. If you have accessibility requirements in order to be able to participate in this study, please contact one of the project team members listed above.

International Women’s Day 2024 campaign theme is ‘Inspire Inclusion’

Campaign emphasizes importance of diversity and empowerment

This International Women’s Day (IWD), March 8, join the United Nations in celebrating the theme Inspire Inclusion.

Ac cording to internationalwomensday.

com , to inspire inclusion means to celebrate di versity and empowerment on IWD and beyond. IWD is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Each year,

this day serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made toward gender equality and highlights the work that still needs to be done.

“This year’s campaign theme underscores the crucial role of inclusion in achieving gender equality,” says an IW D release. “It calls for action to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and create environments where all women are valued and

respected. Inspire Inclusion encourages everyone to recognize the un ique perspectives and contributions of women from all walks of life, including those from marginalized communities.”

Ai man Ezzat, CEO of Capgemini Group, told IWD that Capgemini Group also recognizes its responsibility as a leader in digital transformation, in bridging the gap between technology and society by

enc ouraging girls, women, and people from underprivileged backgrounds to pursue STEM st udies, supporting the next generation of talent to thrive in technology careers.

“We #InspireInclusion every day by valuing the differences and un iqueness of our people while cultivating our commonalities, celebrating team spirit, one of our seven core values,” said Ezzat. “We

aim to continuously ensure a safe, open, and collaborative environment, where all individuals feel valued and contribute effectively to the success of the Group, as stated in our Group Diversity and Inclusion policy.”

we c an create a more inclusive and representative cinematic landscape.

An na Segall, CEO of the World Association of Girl Guides & Girl Scouts, told IWD that together an equal world can be forged where all girls can thrive.

Secondary School and Kindergarten to grade 2 to be considered for admission.

1. Junior & Senior Kindergarten Mohawk & Cayuga Immersion Students

2. Grade 9-12 Secondary School Students who want culturally enriched Ministry approved courses taught in English, Cayuga, and Mohawk language.

HOW TO APPLY

i) Please email Registrar Suzy Burning at registrar@kgschool.ca or by calling (905)768-7203 to make arrangements to pick-up and submit applications

ii) Application packages including all completed forms and documentation can be submitted digitally through email to registrar@kgschool.ca

iii) Application packages can be accessed at kgschool.ca

In line with the Inspire Inclusion theme, filmmakers have a unique oppor tunity to promote diversity and representation on screen. By telling diverse stories and showcasing the experiences of women from di verse backgrounds, filmmakers can inspire audiences and challenge existing stereotypes.

In recent years, there has been a growing movement within the film industry to prioritize inclusion and representation. However, there is still much work to be done to ensure that women from all backgrounds have equal opportunities to participate and succeed in the industry. By supporting and amplifying the voices of female filmmakers,

“Our vision is a world that is fair for everyone, where girls and women are not held back by any aspect of who they are, what they believe, or where and how they live,” said Segall. “Girls and young women want a safe space to explore their identity and beliefs, they want the confidence and resilience to fac e the pressures and challenges of growing up in an insecure world, and they want the skills and opportunities to make a difference.”

IWD said by working together to break down barriers and foster diversity, we can build a more equitable and inclusive society for generations to come.

Federal tax change could raise electricity, gas bills in some provinces

By: Mia Rabson

A proposed income tax change to crack down on cross-border tax avoidance could unintentionally hike power bills and natural gas rates for consumers, Electricity Canada is warning.

If Canada tweaks the amount of interest from debt that multinational companies can deduct from their income taxes, the advocacy group says, that could mean some private utilities face tens of millions in new taxes.

“If you’re limiting how much interest can be deducted, there is also an obligation to pass those costs on to customers,” said Michael Powell, the organization’s vice-president of government relations.

The adjustment is part of the government’s bill to implement its fall economic statement, and comes as Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland tries to bring Canada into better line with international recommendations.¬†

The guidelines from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development are intended to prevent multinational corporations from shifting revenues or debt between jurisdictions to lower their overall tax bills.

The OECD says it’s not an uncommon practice.¬†

Standardizing the amount of interest that can be deducted limits the benefits of such tactics and helps prevent tax avoidance in developing countries that often depend heavily on higher corporate tax rates. 

The Liberals’ Bill C-59, which is being debated in the House of Commons, sets a new ratio that would restrict how much interest can be deducted by Canadian companies that do business in at least one other country.

That will also capture several privately owned utilities, said Powell.

He said these utilities are heavily regulated, which for the most part already prevents them

from adopting major tax avoidance measures such as shifting debt. 

But to keep rates down, they also are usually required to maintain high levels of debt, stretching the costs of capital investments over long periods of time.

Powell said because the utilities don’t have an ability to lower their debt load, the legislation could create a significant imposition of new costs ‚Äî and raise rates as a result.¬†

“Other jurisdictions, like United States, Ireland, the U.K., have just exempted regulated utilities,” he said.

“Because it’s the tidiest way of making sure you’re not punishing organizations that are doing sensible things. This isn’t really what was trying to be caught by the rule change.”

The adjustment won’t affect publicly owned utilities, such as Manitoba Hydro or SaskEnergy, which also means there will be

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Market-Movers:

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (21,525.93, down 5.14 points):

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ).

Energy. Up $1.22, or 1.27 per cent, to $96.96 on 24.5 million shares.

Suncor Energy Ltd. (TSX:SU). Energy. Up 43 cents, or 0.93 per cent, to $46.93 on 23.8 million shares.  Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO). Finance. Up 49 cents, or 1.15 per cent, to $42.94 on 13.4 million shares.

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC). Finance.

Up 12 cents, or 0.37 per cent, to $32.67 on 9.9 million shares.

Kinross Gold Corp. (TSX:K). Mining. Down 20 cents, or 2.75 per cent, to $7.07 on 7.6 million shares.

First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM). Mining.

Up 25 cents, or 1.83 per cent, to $13.91 on 7.4 million shares.  Companies in the news:

Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. (TSX:PET). Retail. Up three cents, or 0.10 per cent, to $29.99. Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. raised its quarterly dividend by 10 per cent as it reported its fourth-quarter profit and sales rose compared with a year ago. The retailer of pet food and supplies said

it will now pay a quarterly dividend of 11 cents per share, up from 10 cents. The increased payment to shareholders came as Pet Valu said it earned $28.8 million or 40 cents per diluted share for the quarter ended Dec. 30, up from $25.9 million or 36 cents per diluted share a year earlier.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 5, 2024.

Six Nations in prime location solar eclipse in April

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special eclipse glasses. Then you can look at the sun safely with these glasses.”

The eclipse will start around 2 p.m. and those in the path of totality will start witnessing what Dr. Cockcroft called, “first contact.”

That’s when the moon is just starting to encroach on the sun.

“This is the start of the partial eclipse.”

Anyone interested in viewing the eclipse with the community can gather at the Six Nations Parks and Recreation grounds on Fourth Line Road from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Six Nations schools will not be in session that day in order to view the eclipse safely.

Demonstrators say they feel vilified after protest cancels PM event

was a win amid efforts to seek a change of course from politicians. 

He said Trudeau has “complicity in Palestinian death.”¬†

DeForge also described Meloni as a “figurehead for far-right nationalism,” and someone who “has supported the genocide of Palestinians.”

Meloni and Trudeau have both advocated for a two-state solution to the conflict, in which an independent Palestinian state would exist alongside Israel. 

Italy has also worked in concert with G7 countries to advocate against the killing of Palestinian civilians. 

A protest outside Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto last month drew wide condemnation from critics who saw the location as a deliberate choice. 

In a joint written statement, the three groups that organized the march denied accusations of antisemitism. 

“We condemn the Canadian politicians incorrectly portraying the protest as targeting the hospital,” the groups said.¬†

Zoe Newman, an organizer with Jews Say No to Genocide, was present

during Saturday’s protest, and took issue with it being framed as antisemitic.

“It’s very troubling to have antisemitism used in a way that alters and twists its meaning,” she said in an interview Monday. “Trudeau meeting with somebody whose views are handin-glove with antisemitism is not seen as antisemitic, but us protesting is antisemitic.”

She said that framing relates back to anti-Palestinian racism that portrays all Palestinians as violent and dangerous.

Newman said as pro-Palestinian protests have been branded as antisemitic, other protesters have appreciated her presence, especially when she’s wearing clothing that clearly shows she is Jewish.

“I find it’s an incredibly powerful thing at a demonstration,” she said. “It can give some people a real sense of safety,” especially when criticism of the Israeli government is being conflated with criticism of all Jewish people.

“Having somebody there who is a Jew, and is speaking as a Jew, can help to complicate that narrative.”

Federal tax change could raise electricity, gas bills in some provinces

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as shifting debt.

But to keep rates down, they also are usually required to maintain high levels of debt, stretching the costs of capital investments over long periods of time.

Powell said because the utilities don’t have an ability to lower their debt load, the legislation could create a significant imposition of new costs ‚Äî and raise rates as a result.

“Other jurisdictions, like United States, Ireland, the U.K., have just exempted regulated utilities,” he said.

“Because it’s the tidiest way of making sure you’re not punishing organizations that are doing sensible things. This isn’t really what was trying to be caught by the rule change.”

The adjustment won’t affect publicly owned utilities, such as Manitoba Hydro or SaskEnergy, which also means there will be uneven impacts on power and gas rates depending on where people live.

Powell also said the change will

limit the investments private utilities can make to expand the electrical grid or invest in technology to lower greenhouse-gas emissions.

Freeland’s office has not yet responded to a request for comment.¬†

At a House of Commons finance committee meeting last week, Conservative MP Philip Lawrence questioned a departmental official about what kind of consultation and study occurred before the measure was put into the bill.

Lindsay Gwyer, a director general in the tax legislation division at Finance Canada, said extensive consultation took place.

Gwyer could not immediately provide details on how the economic impacts of the change or the effect it could have on rates were studied.

Lawrence said he had concerns the idea would raise costs for consumers “in a time when many Canadians are currently experiencing energy poverty.”

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 5, 2024.

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tury of history and ch ange, the first International Women’s Day

(I WD) was held in March 1911.

According to the cam-

paign website, IWD isn’t cou ntry, group or organization specific. It’s

a d ay of collective global activism and celebration that belongs to all

tho se committed to forging women’s equality.

On a n individual basis, it’s important to understand, value and seek out the inclusion of women and girls. Additionally, sharing this knowledge, support and encouragement with others is key.

On an organizational or group basis, there are many ways to ensure the needs, interests and aspirations of women and girls are valued and included. Organizations and groups can #InspireInclusion t hrough action in areas such as:

- forging women’s economic empowerment.

- recruiting, retaining and developing diverse talent.

- supporting women and girls into leadership, decision-making, bu siness and STEM.

- designing and building infrastructure mee ting the needs of women and girls.

- helping women and girls make informed decisions about their health.

- involving women and girls in sustainable agriculture and food security.

- providing women and girls with access to quality education and training.

- elevating women and girl’s participation and achievement in sport.

- promoting creative and artistic talent of women and girls.

- addressing further areas supporting the advancement of women and girls.

NLL’s Week 15 sees a 9-game weekend, with Toronto still in the lead

and the Vancouver Warriors.

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The Toronto Rock, Buffalo Bandits and the Albany Firewvoles—teams that host Indigenous talent with connection to Six Nations—took part in Indigenous Heritage Night events last Saturday.

The season remains unique as several teams made upward movement in standings, while others made unanticipated downward movement. This season continues to take shape as an

Current rankings in standings or Week 15 place the Toronto Rock in first place, followed by the Albany FireWolves, San Diego Seals, Halifax Thunderbirds, Georgia Swarm, Panther City Lacrosse Club, Buffalo Bandits, Calgary Roughnecks, Saskatchewan Rush, New York Riptide, Philadelphia Wings, Rochester Knighthawks, Las Vegas Dessert Dogs, Colorado Mammoth,

Week 15 played out with not many standings changers, as teams seem to be situating themselves into a pattern. This week leaves less than two months for teams to make their final cases to end up at the top of the power rankings to cinch play-off spots.

Unsurprisingly, the Toronto Rock earned a 16-11 win against the Las Vegas Desert Dogs, and a subsequent win 15-13 win over the San Diego Seals. For the third week in a row, the Toronto Rock sit at the top of the rankings. After a 2-0 weekend, it is almost expected that the Rock has maintained as a formidable force. The Seals didn’t score a goal in the final 9:49 of game time in their match, while the Desert Dogs kept a back-and-forth scoring style, still couldn’t get over the deficit delivered but he Rock in the first period. The Rock will look to play the Colorado Mammoth next.

Sitting comfortably in second place, the Albany

FireWolves earned a calm win over the New York Riptide. Following their decisive victory over the Riptide, the FireWolves are now 9-2 on the year. They still have seven games left this season, but if they win one more game, they’ll have their most wins for one season in franchise history going back to when the team went 10-8 as the New England Black Wolves during the 2016 season. Doug Jamieson was electric again with another over 40 save effort, as the offensive side spread the love, and the underrated defence had another solid performance. The FireWolves have the third-lowest goals against average in the league at 10.27, and they are allowing the fifth-fewest shots against in the league per game at 71.27. The FireWolves will look to play the Vancouver Warriors and Rochester Knighthawks next.

Looking up from third place in the rankings, the San Diego Seals earned a slight 10-9 over-time win over Panther City Lacrosse Club, then suffered the 15-

13 loss versus Toronto.

The San Diego Seals from end-to-end, don’t

have any glaring holes.

There are nights that they are beatable, but they are

few and far between, especially when the team is

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CANADA — The National Lacrosse League saw nine games this weekend played by some of the top teams. Outcomes saw the Toronto Rock and Albany FireWolves reign in more wins. Photo courtesy of the NLL Facebook page, from February 27, 2024, during the Indigenous Heritage Night game hosted by the Toronto Rock.

SPORTS know the score.

Corvairs end regular season on top, earn first-round bye

CALEDONIA — For majority of their season, the Caledonia Pro-fit Corvairs have inched ahead as leaders on the standings board for the Golden Horseshoe Conference. As their regular season comes to an end, the Corvairs looked to achieve another round of wins.

Last Tuesday, the Corvairs saw an unfavourable end to their match against the Fort Erie Meteors, though.

On Tuesday, February 27, the Corvairs visited the Fort Erie Leisureplex to be dealt an away-fromhome hand in the game. This dynamic started in the first period, as the Meteors broke spring, then continued to score first in the second period. With the tone set, Jayden Lammel scored from Markus Dempewolf. But Lammel was quickly trailed by another goal for the Meteors, who were keen on keeping the lead. To close out the period, Ethan Girard scored an unassisted goal, to make the score a closer 3-2.

It was in the third period that the Meteors sped ahead and took the win, with two goals covered and no responses. The Corvairs earned three game-misconduct calls on top of 12-minutes of penalties in the period alone. This left the Corvairs at a deficit loss 2-5, with three players out.

For some, this might have taken an edge away, but in their next match against the Welland Jr. Candians, the Corvairs stepped up to the plate confidently.

On Friday, March 1, the Jr. Canadians came to visit the HCCC where the Corvairs gave them an introduction on the scoreboard. Noah Beltzer buried from Steve LaForme, and Dylan Wardell just

two minutes in. Followed by goals from Clark Dunford and Markus Dempewolf, both supported by Tyler Savaard, Zachary Naherne, Jayden Lammel and Steve LaForme.

In the second and third, the roll didn’t stop as Markus Dempewolf put one away unassisted and then earned a hat trick with two more to close the game. Noah Beltzer got a goal in between fed by Steve LaFor-

me and Dylan Wardell, but Dempewolf secured a high-scoring win. The final ended at 7-1 for the Corvairs.

Coming away from a strong win, the Corvairs were out to deliver another punch as a rematch was had just two days later on March 3 at the Welland Main Arena. With a similar result, Zachary Naherne opened scoring off a feed from Jayden Lammel,

and Markus Dempewolf scored from Gavin McAfee-Rankine to close out the first period.

In the second, Nathan Duplessis came through with an unassisted goal, short-handed. Markus Dempewolf did the same from Jayden Lammel in the same penalty period. To close out the scoring for the Corvairs, Ethan Royer buried from Aiden Wilson and Tyler Wells. In the final period, the

Jr. Canadians were able to sneak two in, but ultimately gave the win up to the Corvairs in a calm score of 5-2.

On Tuesday, March 5, the Corvairs offersd congratulations to Markus Dempewolf for scoring the most goals in the regular season (36) amongst the GOJHL. Dempe is in his 3rd year with the Corvairs and has been a talent to watch since starting. Jayden Lammel also

finished as the top points leader in the GOJHL in the regular season. Their next games will place them in a play-off run in the second round, as the Corvairs hold a first-round bye this week.

Looking at their possible opponents, the Meteors are paired against the Port Colbourne Sailors, the Falcons are paired against the Panthers, and the Kilty B’s are paired agains the Jr. Canadians.

CALEDONIA — The Corvairs closed on top of their conference this season, and saw two players awarded GOJHL seasons awards for most goals and most points. This sets them up for the second-round of the play-offs, as they stand in a bye round this week. Photo courtesy of the Caledonia Corvairs Facebook page.

Brandon Montour named second of NHL ‘Three Stars’ of the Week

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NEW YORK — On March

4, Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi, Florida Panthers defenseman Brandon Montour and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey were named the NHL’s “Three Stars” for the week ending March 3.

Playing in his eighth NHL season and fourth with the Panthers, Montour (499 GP) is set to join teammate Aaron Ekblad as the second defenseman from the 2014 NHL Draft to reach the 500-game milestone. On March 5, it was announced that he had completed 500 games.

According to the NHL, defensive power Montour led his team in scoring (24—6 in 3 GP), highlighted by a pair of game-winning goals, as the Panthers (41-16-4, 86 points) went 3-0-0 and climbed to first place in the NHL overall standings.

Montour figured in each of Florida’s goals (1-2—3), including the game-win-

ner, in a 3-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on February 27. It was Montour’s eighth three-point game with the Panthers, tying Keith Yandle for third place on the franchise’s all-time list among defensemen.

He skated a team-high at 26:35 minutes in Florida’s 4-3 shootout win over the Montreal Canadiens on February 29 and notched his second three-point effort and game-winning goal of the week (1-2—3) in a 4-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings on March 2.

His 64 goals are the second-most among blueliners in his draft class, trailing only Ekblad (115). The Panthers have won 22 of their past 28 games, going an NHL-best 22-4-2 (.821) since the December 24-26 holiday break.

In a postcard posted to the Florida Panthers website, Montour provided words on the recognition, as told to Jameson Olive. Som highlights included:

“For me, hitting 500 games was something I didn’t think about until it happened. Having now reached that number, I think it’s just made me just look back at all of the

success and good memories that I’ve had playing in the NHL up until this point. A dream of mine would be to play in 1,000 games, so being halfway there right now is pretty cool,” said Montour, according tot he postcard.

“As a team, our mindset has been just looking ahead to the playoffs and trying to get our game in a good place. Win or lose, we’ve been playing our game. We’ve been collecting a lot of wins, but our mindset is to focus on the next one and focus on getting as good as we can.”

“It was nice to be recognized by the NHL as the Second Star of the Week on Monday, but my mindset is to just play the best hockey I can come the end of the year here. We have 20 games left and I’m striving to be better than I was last week, better than I was yesterday, and just continue to do that right into the playoffs.”

The next Panthers game will see them rise up against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, March 7.

Toronto still in the lead

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running on all cylinders.

Wes Berg and Austin Staats are arguably the best duo in the NLL this season. On Friday they fought tooth-and-nail for a gritty win, and they did everything they could on Saturday against the Rock to do the same, without it paying off. Nevertheless, the Seals effort and performance against the Rock showcased a lot of the good aspects of the team. This Seals team is expected to do something big this year, particularly once the playoffs start in late April. The Seals will face the Halifax Thunderbirds next.

The Georgia Swarm benefit this week not only because of their win against the Halifax

Thunderbirds 12-11, but also because the teams ahead of them lost this weekend. Had the Swarm held the Thunderbirds to six goals for the entire game instead of for 50 minutes, we might be having a different conversation about just how significant this win was. The Swarm have been hot and cold this season, but this was a win that seemed like it might snowball into a very positive streak during the team’s March to May. The Swarm will play the Calgary Roughnecks next.

The Halifax Thunderbirds suffered a 12-11 loss against the Georgia Swarm. The opening 50 minutes of the game didn’t go according to plan. Following their four-game win streak,

the Thunderbirds are now 1-2 in their last three contests. Coming off one of their largest wins in franchise history, the result wasn’t ideal, but they can make a huge statement in their next match. They will have to duke it out with the San Diego Seals shortly.

The Philadelphia Wings made it into the Top 8 this week because they were incredibly resilient and composed when it mattered most in Week 14. They found a way to grind out a win against a surging Roughnecks team 11-9, and they have now won two of their last three games.

The Wings have four of their next five games at home this month, so their March to May can get a big boost from

their passionate home fans all month long. The Wings will look to play the Panther City Lacrosse Club next.

The Saskatchewan Rush started their busy month of March with a bang as they defeated the Mammoth 15-7. The Rush play six games this month, and could be on the hunt to host a playoff game this postseason. The thing about the Rush in recent years, though, is that they’ll have a lopsided win like this, but then won’t be able to string many more together after them. The Rush have now won three of their last four games, and seem poised for a fierce playoff push during this final stretch of the season. The Rush will see a game against the Buffalo Bandits next.

NEW YORK — Six Nations Brandon Montour was named second of the NHL “Three Stars” of the Week this past Monday, March 4. By Tuesday, he had completed 500 NHL games. Photo taken from the Hockey Indigenous Facebook page, courtesy of the Florida Panthers Facebook page on March 4.

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VanEvery-Albert: Adam “Philip”

November 9, 1980 - February 29, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our son and brother Phil “Philbert” VanEvery-Albert. We will remember Phil as the gentle giant with the biggest heart in the world and in the end, it was his heart that took him from this world. He is survived by his daughter Carida Booker, parents Gaetan “Gator” Albert and Claudine “Dicki” VanEvery-Albert, his sisters, Caroline VanEvery-Albert and Robert and Jesee & Brian Williams. Special nephew to Carolyn “Cao” Beaver. He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews, Ava, Tresham and Kellar Swanson and Nimkii Smoke-LeFort and Kaya’tyenens VanEvery-LeFort. Phil is also survived by his remaining grandmother Jean Albert. Predeceased by grandparents Don and Mary “Pen” Bloomfield and Wilfrid Albert. Phil will be missed by his many VanEvery and Albert Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

Phil was an avid computer and car fanatic. He will be great missed by his VW Army, his music buddies and special friends, Triton, Vlad, Joel, and Patrick. He will also be missed by his special VW friend Scully and his bestie from the store Dez.

Phil also loved his TAG crew Karyn, Keaton and Sarah and our office greeters; his four legged pals Janeway and “the football” Daisy. https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChfR2kSd8YA

Resting at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line Rd. from 7-9 pm. Tuesday where funeral service will be held at 11 am. on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Interment to follow at Stumphall Cemetery. www.rhbanderson.com

“If you have a vw, please drive it to the service in honour of Philbert”

SIMPSON: Marva

May 11, 1944 - February 28, 2024

Loving mother of Gary (Candice), Robin (deceased), Patricia, Larry, Dear grandmother of 9 grandchildren. Sister of Floyd, Janis, Philemon (deceased) and Reid. Auntie to several nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Philemon and Rosieline (Crow) Harris. Resting at 3829 River Range Six Nations after 1 pm. Saturday. Funeral service and burial will be held at Lower Cayuga Longhouse, on Sunday March 3, 2024 at 1 pm. Arrangements by Styres Funeral home www.rhbanderson.com

LEWIS: Vernon Bradley

Peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday March 3, 2024 at the age of 60 years. Beloved partner to Shelly. Loving father of Kasey (Liam), Brady (Nicole), and Avery. Cherished Papa to Dogen. Vern is also survived by sons Vern, Justin, and their families, brother Shawn, and sister Vicki (John), nieces, nephews, and other family members. Predeceased by parents Raymond & Adeline (Longboat) Lewis, and siblings Craig, and Candace.

The family will honour his life with visitation at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line, Ohsweken on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. where funeral service will be held on Friday March 8, 2024 at 1pm. Interment Christ Church Cemetery. www.rhbanderson.com

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5. Currently fashionable

9. Collision

11. More slim

13. European city

15. Implicitly

16. The side of something that is sheltered from the wind

17. The Mount Rushmore State

19. Gold or silver wire cord

21. Muscles along insects’ diaphragm

22. Trent Reznor’s band

23. Sweet juicy gritty-textured fruit

25. Broken branch

26. Indicates ten

27. Expression of annoyance

29. Brings together

31. Ancient city in Thrace

33. Sailors’ spirit

34. Looked into

36. Muckraking woman journalist Rheta

38. A type of cast

39. One’s responsibility

41. Where golfers begin

43. Make a mistake

44. Semitic Sun god

46. Ancient Italian-Greek colony

48. Beheaded

52. A place to stay

53. Unwise

54. Most supernatural

56. “Dennis” is a famous one

57. Ointments

58. Exam

59. Leaked blood

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2. Revised

3. Mountain is a popular kind

4. Takes to civil court

5. Pouches

6. A type of veil

7. Chants

8. Boston hoopster

9. Elongated appendage

10. Sailboat

11. 2017 Oscar-winning film

12. Actor Gosling

14. Monetary units

15. Assembly

18. Russian pop duo

20. Embellished with

expressions

24. Infrequent

26. Temperature unit

28. Hydrophilic amino acid

30. Honk

32. Legislative body

34. Swinish

35. Russian assembly

37. Take over for

38. Put in advance

40. Satisfy

42. Felt

43. Dutch cheese

45. Witnesses

47. Strong insects

49. Gasteyer and de Armas are two

50. Ancient people of Scotland

51. Cheerless

55. Sick

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, think about collaborating on a fun project with someone close to you. Find out if anyone needs help on something they may be working on if you don’t have a project in mind.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

An excitement concerning work goals or a business venture may compel you to take some action to get your ideas heard by higher-ups, Taurus. The audience will be receptive.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, trying to resolve issues in a relationship this week may leave you feeling unsettled. It might be that you are trying to avoid sensitive topics that you will have to address eventually.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, if you are feeling content with yourself and life in general lately, that is excellent. Embrace this positive state of mind and take the necessary steps to continue the good feelings.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, this week you may be feeling nostalgic or sentimental. Look over old photographs or watch family movies for a bit. If you want to take it further, reach out to childhood friends.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Find new activities that you can add to your daily routine, Virgo. This may be a sport, hobby or even a new club. Add a dose of creativity to each and every day for good effects.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Uncertainty regarding long-term plans may be driving emotions of shyness, Libra. If you are having trouble , plan excursions or events with friends you trust.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, encouragement comes from people you may not feel are on your team. Take all of the support you can get as you start plowing through some long-term goals.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

It’s always the right time to tell others how much they mean to you, Sagittarius. It will not take grand gestures to do so, merely your loving words.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Your busy schedule this week has everything feeling more hectic even if it really isn’t, Capricorn. Carve out some time to sit quietly or enjoy some alone time to refresh.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

This week you may be feeling especially charitable, Aquarius. Open your heart up to others who may need some extra support. This may be a stranger or someone you know.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Some news from a family member may catch you off-guard, Pisces. You’ll soon recover when you learn that it is extremely happy news. You may even get good news of your own.