Walking into Mrs. General’s classroom is like walking into a soothing warm hug.
Soft lighting, an inviting herbal-infused aroma, widely spaced desks facing each other, all set against a backdrop of a quietly babbling brook through a dense, lush forest on the large projector screen at the front of the room set the stage for a day of learning.
If there was ever a school or classroom environment conducive to holistic learning, Six Nations Polytechnic Secondary School in Brantford is it.
SNPSS, formerly known as the STEAM Academy, is a private secondary school on Elgin Street in Brantford that houses both rural and off-reserve Indigenous students, as well as non-Indigenous
students, in an environment far different than most secondary schools in the province.
Both the physical and psychological environment of the school are inspired by Haudenosaunee teachings to provide a holistic educational offering for students where praise and positivity replace punishment and obedience.
Teachers speak with students and include them to be active participants in their learning.
Student-created artwork is everywhere. Student input is welcomed. Teachers have flexibility to add more inspiring content and methods to delivering curricula.
And Suzie Miller, social counsellor at SNPSS, is doing everything she can to promote positivity, cultural teachings and the emotional well-being of the students who attend the school.
Miller, a former mental
Brantford
health worker and elementary teacher at Emily C. General school, recently came up with an ingenious positivity initiative using the teachings of the Two Row Wampum in a visual and practical way.
She got a hold of a
gigantic, digitized version of the Two Row Wampum belt and hung it on the wall along one of the school’s hallways with hundreds of white spaces on the plastic, banner-like wampum belt for students, teachers and staff to write positive messages on it as they walk by.
“We’re reminding people how to live with peace, respect and friendship,” said Mrs. Miller.
A container with markers is available to anyone walking by to write messages on the empty wampum spaces.
Some of the messages written on it combine youthful slang with positive messaging: “be yourself”, “you are loved”, “be nice to your peers", and “you’re so lit.”
“This is what we want to portray because this is who we are,” said Mrs. Miller. “We are to be walking in this Two Row fashion. We made this treaty and it’s still alive today and we need to teach people about it and we need to be living it.”
Mrs. General, one of the teachers at SNPSS, is living that example in her classroom every day.
She combines learning and self-empowerment with her students.
One of her innovative teaching projects is a gigantic historical timeline on the wall outside her classroom, also displayed
in the image of the Two Row Wampum.
The historical timeline runs the spectrum from the time of the Peacemaker to the present-day and all the colonial history that went along with it during that time, here on Turtle Island and abroad.
Students cut out articles and documents and pasted them alongside all of the historical events along the gigantic Two Row wampum on the wall outside Mrs. General’s classroom, along with how those historical events impacted Indigenous people.
For example, joining the army to fight in any of the world wars resulted in disenfranchisement for Indigenous people.
“It’s our way of going through history,” said Mrs. General.
She asked the students to put up what they wanted to include in history and what they wanted to talk about.
The project also helped the students understand how Indigenous people identified with the struggles of other minorities or marginalized people throughout history, such as the Holocaust, Japanese Internment Camps, the Chinese Head Tax, and Black Lives Matter, to name a few.
“It was such a cool project - the lessons we took from that,” said Mrs. General.
Mrs. General teaches history, Indigenous governance, civics and careers for grades 10 and 12.
“I did a whole lesson on Black Lives Matter and how it’s connected to Indigenous Solidarity.”
Mrs. General says they sing in class, they braid cornhusks, and they do pottery, among other activities.
“It doesn’t always have to be about books.”
Mrs. Miller says all kids have a right to be taught this way.
“We’re actually living it, in this fashion.”
Mrs. General encourages her students to share their voices.
“Your voice is so important. I don’t know of any other school that operates this way.”
Mrs. Miller added, “we’re holistic. We’re inviting them to participate in their education.”
Another example of her holistic teaching style was when the students did an exercise honouring missing and murdered indigenous women.
The male students were fully involved in helping the female students make red dresses, which have become a symbol for the now-expanded cause of missing and murdered Indigenous women, boys, men and two-spirit people.
About 100 students attend SNPSS.
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The liability phase of land sale: What Passes Hands?
They signed on a Tuesday afternoon.
The lawyer’s office was on the third floor of a building downtown, overlooking a street they were about to become part of. There was coffee. There were two chairs pulled close together on one side of the desk. There was a stack of documents — thicker than either of them expected — and a pen passed back and forth until everything that needed a signature had one.
The lawyer walked them through it. Purchase price. Mortgage terms. Title insurance commitment. Closing adjustments. Land transfer tax. The explanation was efficient and kind, the way these explanations always are when the news is good and the money has cleared. There was a moment near the end where the couple looked at each other the way people do when something they have wanted for a long time is finally, actually happening.
Then the keys.
Then the drive to the house.
No one told them about the Haldimand Proclamation.
No one told them because it does not appear in a standard title search. It is not a registered encumbrance. It does not show up in the parcel register or the planning approvals file or the lender’s underwriting checklist. The system that processed their transaction — the land titles system, the municipal approvals process, the insurance framework,
the mortgage machinery — was not built to surface it. It processed their purchase the way it processes every purchase: efficiently, confidently, within its own logic.
What the system cannot show is what predates it.
On October 25, 1784, the Crown of Great Britain issued a solemn proclamation dedicating the lands along the Grand River — six miles deep on each side, from its mouth at Lake Erie to its headwaters — to the Mohawk Nation and such others of the Six Nations as wished to settle among them, and to their posterity. Governor General Frederick Haldimand signed it. The language was chosen with care. The lands were to be held and enjoyed for the exclusive use of the Nation. Not conditionally. Not temporarily. The word used was forever, and it was used deliberately, because that was the commitment being made — to a people who had stood with the Crown through a long war and had been displaced from their original homelands as a consequence. That dedication was not a lease. It was not a licence. It was not a provisional arrangement pending some later ratification. It was a solemn Crown act, grounded in the honour and faith of government. The permanence of the language was the point. It has never been extinguished. No subsequent treaty fully superseded it. No Act of Parliament removed it. No court has declared it void. It lies beneath the modern land titles system the way bedrock lies beneath topsoil — invisible in ordinary transactions, present beneath every one of them.
The couple did not know this. They had no reason to. The system told them everything was clear. For a long time, that silence served a practical purpose. What could not be seen could not be formally confronted. Governments could administer these lands without acknowledging what lay beneath their authority. Developers could build. Municipalities could zone and permit and collect fees. Banks could lend. Insurers could write policies. Buyers could close deals in good faith, trusting the assurances of a system that had long since decided not to look too closely.
But over the past several months, something methodical has taken place. Formal correspondence has been delivered to the City of Brantford and municipalities throughout the corridor. Letters have reached provincial ministries responsible for land registration, municipal affairs, and Indigenous relations. Notices have been served on police services. Federal authorities have been engaged. Gazette instruments have been published and archived by the Mohawk Nation of Grand River Secretariat. This series of articles — this one among them — has appeared week after week in this press, each one building on the last, naming the Haldimand Proclamation, quoting its exact language, tracing its implications across the full range of actors who make decisions about these lands.
The offices responsible for administering the Haldimand corridor have been asked, directly and in writing, to explain how their ongoing decisions
account for a prior Crown dedication that predates their statutory authority. This is notice. And in law, notice changes everything.
The couple at the closing table did not deliver that notice and are not responsible for it. They are not the target of what follows. But they are now part of a landscape that has shifted, and what they were not told matters — not as a reason to unwind what they signed, but as a reason to understand what they signed into.
Because here is what was in that title insurance commitment, in language small enough to skip: a carve-out. An exclusion for Aboriginal claims. A clause acknowledging that certain interests in these lands — unregistered, unextinguished, not surfaced by a standard search — fall outside the ordinary assurances of coverage. Title insurers writing policies on properties in Brantford, Caledonia, and Dunnville have already looked at the Haldimand Tract and decided that standard language is insufficient. The clause is not a formality. It is a practical admission, made in commercial form, that the ground beneath these transactions is not as clean as the register suggests.
No one explained that clause to the couple. It was on page eleven.
Their municipality — the one that approved the development, issued the permits, zoned the land, and collected the charges — has received formal correspondence on this subject. That correspondence named the Proclamation. It asked how the city’s approvals framework accounts for a prior
dedication of exclusive use. The city has not publicly responded. Its silence is, in the legal sense, a documented choice. It will be part of the record.
Their lender advanced mortgage funds against a property it underwritten as clean collateral, using risk models not calibrated for interests that predate the registration system. Their lawyer performed a competent search within a system that was not designed to reveal what lies beneath it. None of these actors were acting in bad faith. They were operating within the machinery available to them. But the machinery has a known structural limitation, and that limitation has now been formally identified, published, and placed on the record.
The distinction between acting without knowledge and acting with it is not a technicality. It is the line that separates an innocent error from a deliberate choice. Before sustained, formal, documented notice, parties could reasonably claim they were working within the system they understood. After such notice — repeated, archived, delivered in writing to the responsible offices — that claim is no longer fully available. Decisions made from this point forward are made against a known background.
None of this means the couple will lose their house. Canadian law does not unwind generations of third-party reliance overnight, and that is not what is being sought here. What is being established is a condition: the land beneath their home carries a prior, unextinguished Crown dedication, and the institutions that pro-
cessed their transaction have now been formally told so, repeatedly, in dated and verifiable form.
The broader legal proceeding that will test these questions directly — the liability phase trial in the long-running Six Nations litigation, scheduled for October 2026 — will examine the Proclamation’s legal character and the Crown’s obligations in a courtroom. Whatever it yields, it does not pause what is happening now, outside the courtroom, in day-to-day commerce and administration. Notice already delivered does not wait for trial outcomes.
Back in the house on Tuesday evening, the couple is figuring out where the furniture goes. There are boxes stacked in the hallway. The key works on the first try. The neighbourhood is quiet, the kind of quiet that feels like arrival. They don’t know about the Proclamation. They don’t know about the clause on page eleven, or the formal correspondence sitting unanswered in a municipal file, or the series of articles building a documented public record about the ground their house sits on. They know they signed, and the keys work, and this is theirs now.
The record exists whether they know about it or not.
The liability phase has begun. Every transaction from here forward is made in its light. And somewhere in a lawyer’s office, another stack of papers is moving across a table, and no one is mentioning any of this.
The keys pass hands. The ground stays where it always was.
Jace Koblun Writer: Donna Duric
Wildlife office protecting turtles
By Donna Duric
It’s that time of year!
The weather is warming up, days are getting longer, and Mother Nature is birthing new offspring.
And right now is prime turtle mating season.
Turtle mating generally occurs in the spring after the ice melts but can also occur in late summer and early fall.
But as these precious species are currently courting each other, their babies will soon be on the way.
So Six Nations of the Grand River’s wildlife and stewardship office is offering kits to local homeowners looking to protect the offspring of the newly-hatched reptiles from predators.
There are eight species of turtle in Ontario, according to the Toronto Zoo:
-Blanding’s
-Midland
-Western painted
-Northern map
-Snapping
-Spiny softshell
-Spotted
-Stinkpot
-Wood turtle
Of those eight species, seven are species at risk.
According to the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre, if a female turtle makes it to her nesting site and successfully deposits her eggs, her offspring have only a one percent chance of surviving to breeding age.
Turtle nests can be found burrowed in the ground but predators can dig them up and eat the eggs.
Raccoons, skunks, crows and gulls are the most common predators of turtle eggs.
One turtle has to nest for several years before it replaces itself, according to the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre. For the snapping turtle, it can take 59 years for the turtle to replace itself.
The centre advises not disturbing nests and to never touch turtles or pick them up unless they are crossing a road and you want to protect them from getting hit by a car.
Always move the turtle
in the direction it was walking.
Turtle nest protectors are being encouraged by biologists across the province to increase the chance of survival for the eggs.
Once the mother lays the eggs, she leaves the site and it’s up to the hatchlings to survive on their own.
It is illegal to disturb turtle nests but the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry allows nest protection carried out by landowners on their property.
Nest protectors can be made or picked up at the wildlife office. They consist of a wooden frame with mesh attached to the top, staked securely into the ground, with a small opening or escape route under the wood frame for the hatchlings to crawl out from.
Anyone wishing to get a turtle nest protector for their property can get one from the Six Nations Wildlife and Stewardship Office by contacting 519-4450330 or 519-770-0013.
H.A.C. Offsite Programs in Ohsweken
Date: April 27 , 2026 th
Location: 37 Sunrise Court, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0
Happy
EARTH DAY
Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m
Robyn Haldenby, Public
Painting Session
ime: 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m
joy a social with a step by step painting program, all materials supplied
Today and every day, let’s take pride in caring for our community. Together, we will build a cleaner, greener future for all.
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October 1st
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• Summer Marks/Progress Reports due for all continuing students.
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• Levels 3 & 4 (Master or PhD students) provide Letter of Good Academic Standing.
• Application Deadline for Winter semester
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For more information, please visit our website at www.grpseo.org, connect with us on Facebook/Instagram, call our office at (519) 445-2219 or see our updates in the local newspapers.
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HAPPY EARTH DAY!
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Grand River Post Secondary Education Office
Join the Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home Board of Directors
The Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home is seeking community members to join its Board of Directors.
This is your opportunity to help guide the future of long-term care in Norfolk County. As we plan for a new and modern nursing home, your voice can help shape decisions that affect residents, families, and our community.
The Board meets approximately six times each year. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Experience in finance, healthcare, law, governance or business are an asset but not required.
Our Board values diverse perspectives. We encourage applications from Indigenous community members and newcomers to Norfolk County.
Apply by April 24, 2026
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Scan the QR code to learn more and apply, or visit our website: www.nhnh.ca
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OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS 2026
Jan. 2, 2026 Office Reopens
Feb. 16 Office Closed: Family Day
Mar. 6 Winter Semester Contact Required From All Students (Check With Your Post Secondary Funding Advisor)
Apr. 3 Office Closed: Good Friday
Apr. 6 Office Closed: Easter Monday
May 18 Office Closed: Victoria Day
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Jun. 22 Office Closed: Observance National Indigenous Peoples Day
If interested in viewing the office, please contact Lisa White at (519) 445-1947.
If interested in viewing the office, please contact Lisa White at (519) 445-1947. Please submit a quote to: ElisaW@grpseo.org or
Jul. 1 Office Closed: Canada Day
Aug. 3 Office Closed: Civic Holiday
Sept. 1 Back to Regular Office Hours: Open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sept. 7 Office Closed: Labour Day
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Deadline Date: April 23, 2026 at 4 PM.
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Sept. 17 Office Closed: Staff Planning
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Sept. 30 Office Closed: National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day)
Oct. 12 Office Closed: Thanksgiving Day
Oct. 26 Office Closed: Observance of Haldimand Treaty Day
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Jan. 4, 2027 Office Reopens
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Good day everyone! Looks like the sunny weather has come out of hiding, we’ve had a few beautiful days in a row, let’s hope we get continued good weather! I’d like to start today’s column of by congratulating Michelle Farmer’s Studio of dance on their amazing weekend at their national qualifying dance competition in Sandusky, Ohio.
Once again, congratulations on making Six Nations proud, as we wish you continued success in your dance finals in Myrtle Beach this upcoming summer!
In NHL hockey news, congratulations to the Buffalo Sabres on winning their first Atlantic Division title in nearly two decades! The Buffalo Sabres,
who in December were dead last in the eastern conference, completed a historic turnaround this season to end up winning the Atlantic division title this April. This dramatic rise ends a 14 season playoff drought, which is the longest playoff drought in NHL history! Since being dead last on December 8th, 2025, the Sabres went on stellar 39-9-4 surge to finish the season as Atlantic Division
Champs. Good news hockey fans, the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are here!
In NLL lacrosse news, Week 20 has officially run its course.
Vancouver beat Halifax 8-7
Calgary bested Oshawa 14-7
Philadelphia dismantled Las Vegas 11-5
Buffalo throttled Rochester 12-6
Colorado defeated Saskatchewan 13-11
Diego snuck by Georgia 9-7
We now enter Week 21, the final week of regular season play. Thus far, Colorado Mammoth, Vancouver Warriors, Buffalo Bandits, Toronto Rock, Saskatchewan Rush & Georgia Swarm have all safely secured a playoff spot, with just two open playoff spots remaining. Current teams that are still capable of making the playoffs are the Ottawa
Black Bears, San Diego Seals, Las Vegas Desert Dogs & Halifax Thunderbirds. Matchups for the final weekend of regular play are as follows:
Las Vegas Desert Dogs @ San Diego Seals
Rochester KnightHawks @ Georgia Swarm
Ottawa Black Bears @ Halifax Thunderbirds
Buffalo Bandits @ Os-
hawa FireWolves
Colorado Mammoth @ Calgary Roughnecks
Toronto Rock @ Saskatchewan Rush
San Diego Seals @ Las Vegas Desert Dogs
Philadelphia Wings @ Vancouver Warriors
Georgia Swarm @ Rochester Knighthawks
San
The talented MFSOD Dance team consisting of: Kaori Smith, Adalyn Miller, Kaiah Monteforte, Layla Montour, Vivian General-Deer, Ione General-Deer, Mila Solarte, Mayla DePerry, Ariella Hill, Ivee Montour, Chae Miller, Sienna Skye-Bluhm & Emma Thomas.
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SIX NATIONS COUNCIL
Dean Anthony King “Tony” May 26th, 1959 - April 5th, 2026
Suddenly at St. Joe’s Hospital, Hamilton, in his 67th year, Tony started his journey home.
Annual
General Meeting
Saturday April 25, 2026 8:30 am to 2:00pm Six Nations Veterans Hall 1632 Chiefswood Road
Ontario N0A1M0
8:30 am – Breakfast 12:00 pm Lunch
Chiefswood Fellowship Music Jam Saturday April 18, 2026
At this time we are pausing the monthly Music Jams. Thank you for your continued support over the years. We will post if we decide to resume the Music Jams in the future.
Alan Kenneth Davis
July 1st, 1959 - April 9th, 2026
It is with great sadness that our Al, in his 66th year starts his new journey to be reunited with his late dad and mom (Ken and Dona Davis). He leaves behind his beloved partner of 27 years Beverly Bomberry, stepson Bob Henry. His brother Rob (Wanda), his sister Sug (Dan), nephews Ryan, Michael, Kenneth. Brothers-in-law Tony (late Shirley), Lynley, Harry (BettyJo) and Ken. Sisters-in-law Christine (Michael), Betty (Nate), and Geri (late Alex). Going to be missed by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Al adored his grand-daughters Jessica (Ryan) and Paula (Joel). Totally in love with his great grandchildren Anthony and Anaiya. Al was a welder in Hamilton Local 736 Ironworkers Union for 43 years. He loved to celebrate life and had many stories along the way. His big heart and smile will always be with us all.
Visitation on Monday April 13th at 12pm at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line, Ohsweken, followed by a time to share at 1:30 pm., and as per his wishes, cremation to follow. Late luncheon at Chapel of the Delawares at 2pm. Donations can be dropped off any time after 11:30am. www.rhbanderson.com
JACOBS: Martin Guy February 15, 1951 - April 12, 2026
At home on Sunday April 12, 2026 Marty Jacobs age 75 years. Son of the late Melvin Johnson & Evelyn Jacobs. Father of Marty Jr. Brother of William Jacobs, Donna Golden, Mark Jacobs, Lucas Jacobs, Pat Jacobs, and the late Cindy, and Pam. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. “Special brother” to Jagogwe:ni:
Resting at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line, Ohsweken 7-9 pm Tuesday. Funeral Service and Burial will be held at Lower Cayuga Longhouse on Wednesday April 15, 2026 at 11 am. www.rhbanderson.com
MARTIN: Delma Barbara Jan. 7, 1941 - April 12, 2026
Passed away peacefully at Brierwood Gardens, Brantford on Sunday April 12, 2026 Barbara Martin age 85 years. Predeceased by her parents Wilbur & Alice Martin (nee: Powless); children Terrance (Siri) and Ron Martin; grandchildren Alicia and Tiffany Martin. Survived by her sister Marion (late Ralph) Martin, Doris (late), Frank (late), and Laurie; grandchildren Tyler, Nikki, Clay (Brittany), Ryan (Laura), Vanessa (Cole), Sky, Nodin, and Veronica; great grandchildren Darius, Paityn, Lily, Lexi, Tyryn , Hattie, Xayne & Royce, Rory Jr., Howejiyohsdoh, Marquise, and Logan; great great granddaughter Georgia. Also survived by her nieces and nephews Cindy (Gerry) Colleen (late) (Gene), Barbie, and Craig (Carla); and many great nieces and nephews. Special mentions, Bloss Martin, Doug Henhawk, and Jarrett Balanger. God son Tim Martin.
Resting at 937 3rd Line, Ohsweken after 6pm Monday. Funeral Service & Burial at Sour Springs Longhouse on Tuesday at 11am. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Homes, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com
NANTICOKE: Vincent Nick “Gowie” October 31, 1964 - April 7, 2026
At the Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Tuesday April 7, 2026 “Gowie” Nanticoke age 61 years. Son of the late Michael & Esaline Nanticoke. Beloved brother of Brenda (Hay) & Alex of Kitchener, Pamela of Hamilton, and Roy (Jr.) of Six Nations, and the late Iris, late Michael (Ray). Also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends, Sleeper, Rebel, Gordy, Bob (Cedar Tree), Jared, Medicine Friend of Dale Isaacs.
Resting at the home of Fran & Roy Henry, 3092 6th Line after 6pm. Wednesday. Funeral Service & Burial to be held at the Onondaga Longhouse on Thursday April 9, 2026 at 11 am. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com
HILL: Garry Gene “Jim” March 11, 1954 - April 11, 2026
Garry entered Heaven into the loving arms of his beloved son Dean (2021). Leaving behind his devoted, loving wife Clarice of 45 years. Predeceased by parents Geraldine & Clarence Hill, and sister Janet Hill. He will be dearly missed by his sister Judy (late Sandy) McNaughton, and brothers Joe and Les, sisters-in-law Margaret (Peter), Dawn, and Penny (Frank), his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Garry was a longtime dedicated horseman throughout his life, and enjoyed being active in numerous sports from the time he was a youth. His family dog Rocky will miss his daily treats and loving care.
Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at Medina Baptist Church, 400 Chiefswood Rd., Ohsweken on Saturday April 18, 2026 at 11am. (Visitation 1 hour prior to service). Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com
Safe in the arms of Jesus
Robert Bruce “Bob” Hoover entered into rest at West Haldimand General Hospital, Hagersville on April 12, 2026 in his 102nd year. Beloved husband of the late Charlotte (nee Parke) (2019). Predeceased by his sons Don (2006) (Kelly; 2024) and Glenn (2025) (Lynn). Survived by his sons
Larry (Gwen) and Gordon (Linda). Grandfather of 10 grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
Special thanks to RVilla, where dad lived since 2024 and the 3rd floor staff of West Haldimand General Hospital for the great care in the last 4 weeks.
Bob lived in Caledonia with his wife and 4 sons where he operated a family business for over 50 years. Bob also was involved in many local organizations in Caledonia and taught his sons his strong work ethic, having been a veteran.
If desired, donations to Haldimand-Norfolk Senior Support or the Caledonia Food Bank would be greatly appreciated.
Friends are invited to call at MILLER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 28 Caithness Street East, Caledonia on April 17, 2026 at 10am. Funeral service to follow at 11am. Interment at Unity Church Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.millerfuneralchapel.ca
10. Abba __, Israeli politician
14. Dark olive black
15. Light, crinkled fabric
16. Notre Dame has a golden one 17. Leaked blood
18. Confronted
19. Negligible amount
20. Facilitated
22. Hill or rocky peak
23. Minneapolis suburb
24. Songs to one’s beloved
27. Brake horsepower
30. Angry
31. Children’s game
32. Spelling is a type of one
35. Obtained in return for labor
37. Indicates center
38. Chinese dynasty
39. Old World buffaloes
40. Slang for time off
41. Fabric
42. Ancient kingdom near Dead Sea
43. Defunct regional economic organization
44. Philly footballers
45. Female sibling
46. Peter Griffin’s daughter
47. Digital audiotape
48. Insecticide
49. Scientific instrument
52. Pages may be dog-__
55. Israeli city __ Aviv
56. Type of sword
60. Middle Eastern military title
61. Wise individuals
63. French Polynesian island Bora
64. Popular shoe type
65. One of 50
66. Divulge a secret
67. Dish of cooked meat mixed with potatoes
68. Actress Zellweger
69. Romanian city
CLUES DOWN
1. Greek cupbearer of the Gods
2. Ancient Syrian city
3. Small Eurasian deer (pl.)
4. Range of mountains
5. One thousand cubic feet (abbr.)
6. Spoke
7. City in Georgia
8. Theatrical
9. CNN’s founder
10. Icelandic poems
11. Bjorn __, tennis player
12. Bowfin genus
13. One point north of northeast
21. Political divisions in ancient Greece
23. Electroencephalograph
25. Cool!
26. Male parent
27. Where some gymnasts work
28. Capital of Vietnam
29. Sailboats
32. Shelter (Scottish)
33. Completed
34. Discharge
36. Arrest
37. Partner to cheese
38. Coffee receptacle
40. Stagnate
41. Satisfies
43. Snakelike fish
44. Consume food
46. Type of school
47. Erase
49. Inform
50. Girl’s given name
51. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation
52. Every one of two or more things
53. Northern India city
54. Seventeenth stars in a constellation
57. Weapon
58. Amounts of time
59. Isodor __, American Nobel physicist
61. Soviet Socialist Republic
62. Witness
SUDOKU
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Expect some valuable insight regarding your future to emerge in the next few days, Aries. It won’t be difficult to set plans in motion when you have the right people on your side.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, take a breather and give some careful thought to your recent experiences and your expectations going forward. You will benefit from this in the long run.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
You are focused on your work, Gemini. However, distractions are beyond your control right now and will pull your attention away from what matters to higher-ups.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Romantic endeavors are a little hard to plan and consider right now, Cancer. Just stick to what your intuition is telling you and you will come out just fine in the end.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, you might be called upon to be a mediator for friends or loved ones who need a fresh set of eyes. Keep a cool demeanor and a level head and you can lead them to a resolution.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you are drawn to creative projects, but avoid using them to put off other endeavors. These distractions will only delay the inevitable and then you’ll be pressed for time.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, carefully schedule your time this week, as you cannot afford to get behind on your assignments at work or in school. You also have many important appointments on the calendar.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, someone comes to you for advice this week and wants you to keep their situation private. You need to help them without betraying their request for confidentiality.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
It is possible your mind will wander this week, Sagittarius. You might not be able to focus on the tasks at hand, and will need to focus extra hard to limit distractions.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, pay attention to detail in all things that you do. Be mindful of this when tending to professional and personal matters.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, the simplest resolution is often the best one. Keep this mind when tackling a perplexing problem in the days ahead.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, you are eager to sail through your to-do list, and certain tasks need to be postponed to address those that are high-priority. Rearrange things accordingly. CLUES ACROSS 1. Greek goddess of marriage 5. Tropical American blue jay-like bird
