Six Nations asking province to pause Bill 5 until consultation takes place
DONNA DURIC donna@tworowtimes.com
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The Six Nations of the Grand River 59th Elected Council (SNGREC) opposes Bill 5 and called on Ontario to pause the bill after it passed at Queen’s Park last week.
SNGREC said the bill needs to be paused until Ontario consults with Six Nations on the legislation, saying the bill affects their inherent and constitutional rights, land governance, environmental protection, and jurisdictional authority.
SNGREC formally submitted written feedback, opposing Bill 5, to Ontario through the seven En-
vironmental Registry of Ontario proposals and to the Ontario Standing Committee on the Interior.
SNGREC Chief Sherri-lyn Hill application to be a witness before this standing committee was denied, elected council said.
“Ontario must respect our sovereignty and the rights of First Nations if they want to ‘unleash the economy in this province,’” said Hill. “Pushing Bill 5 forward despite clear and strong opposition from First Nations and other groups cannot be ignored. This is not the path forward to First Nations Economic Reconciliation."
First Nations leaders and environmental
groups say Bill 5 proposes sweeping changes to current environmental and economic acts in place.
The bill includes amendments to the Endangered Species Act, including changing the definition of “habitat”, as well as changes to how permits are issued and how species at risk are defined and included in the legislation.
The Environmental Assessment Act, the Environmental Protection Act, and the Mining Act will also undergo changes under Bill 5.
The amended Mining Act will encourage more prospecting and states “exploration for the development of mineral resources must be to a
degree that is consistent with the protection of Ontario’s economy.”
A part of the bill proposes changes to the Heritage Act, as well, directing artifacts discovered during archaeological surveys be placed with Indigenous communities under certain circumstances.
“Ontario must respect our sovereignty and the rights of First Nations if they want to ‘unleash the economy in the province,’” said Elected Chief Hill.
“Pushing Bill 5 forward despite clear and strong opposition from First Nations and other groups
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Father’s Day presents an opportunity for families to come together and put the spotlight on fathers who work tirelessly for their children and provide them with love and support. Father’s Day also is a chance to honour the men who serve as father figures or play special roles in people’s lives.
In the U.S. and Canada, Father’s Day is a celebration that falls on the third Sunday of June each year.
It’s easy for families to fall into a routine when it comes to celebrating Father’s Day. Certainly dinner and gift-giving is traditional, but there are additional ways to provide Dad with the day he deserves. Explore these creative options.
Set up a scavenger hunt. Drag out the sus-
pense of Dad getting his Father’s Day gift by hiding it and requiring him to go through a series of clues to find it. When writing up the clue cards, spouses and children can reference particularly happy moments or things around the house that are representative of Dad’s love. For example, a clue may read, “Here’s where we like to snuggle together to watch our favourite show.”
Take it outdoors. June weather tends to be pleasant, and that means Father’s Day celebrations can be held outside. Everyone can select a spot that Dad loves to visit, whether it’s a hiking trail or a local park, and then plan activities around the chosen location. Go on an adventure. Father’s Day can be spent engaging in something the family has never tried before that may be exciting for Dad. Maybe he’s always wanted to
go off-roading on quads or try his skills at hatchet-throwing? The family can get together and choose an activity Dad will find engaging and that everyone can enjoy. Make it a beach day. Dad might just want a break from the hectic pace of life on Father’s Day. This is the perfect opportunity to head oceanside. For those who don’t live by the coast, a river or lakefront spot can be an ideal alternative. Frequently these are touristy areas, so it could be relatively easy to find an eatery where everyone can make a reservation for lunch or dinner after enjoying a relaxing day with waves lapping the shore. These are just a few clever ways to celebrate Father’s Day. Families can choose activities that honor fathers and ensure he is feeling all the love.
U.S. condemns Canada, four other nations over Israeli sanctions
By David Baxter
The United States condemned Canada and four other countries on Tuesday for imposing sanctions on two Israeli cabinet ministers.
Canada joined the U.K., Norway, Australia and New Zealand on Tuesday in sanctioning Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, accusing them of pushing "extremist rhetoric" by calling for the displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank and the expansion of Israeli settlements in the territory.
"Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich have incited extremist violence and serious abuses of Palestinian human rights," reads a joint statement issued by the five countries. "Extremist rhetoric advocating the forced displacement of Palestinians and the creation of new Israeli settlements is appalling and dangerous. These actions are not
acceptable."
In a statement released Tuesday afternoon by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the United States condemned the sanctions aurged the countries to reverse. He said the sanctions do not advance the United States' efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the region, bring home hostages and end the war. The statement goes on to blame Hamas for disturbing the peace of Gaza civilians.
"We remind our partners not to forget who the real enemy is. The United States urges the reversal of the sanctions and stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel," the statement read.
Israel's Foreign Affairs Minister Gideon Sa'ar said Tuesday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is calling a meeting early next week to decide on a response to the sanctions. "It is outrageous that elected representatives and members of the government are subjected to these kind of measures,"
Sa'ar said at a press conference.
The Canadian Press reached out to Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand for comment on Rubio's remarks but has not received a response. Before Rubio's statement on Tuesday, Anand said that "extremist settler violence" threatens the long-term safety of both Israelis and Palestinians.
"It prolongs the existing conflict and it erodes the path to a two-state solution, which we see as the only path to sustainable peace and security, including for Israel," Anand said following the weekly Liberal cabinet meeting. Asked about the prospect of further sanctions on Israeli government officials, Anand maintained that Canada's focus is on BenGvir and Smotrich.
"These two individuals promoted extremist settler violence and it has to stop. I will add, they are members of Netanyahu's government. They are not members of his party, but rather coalition partners
from far-right parties," Anand said.
NDP foreign affairs critic Heather McPherson said Canada should be sanctioning all senior members of Netanyahu's government.
"Canada should respect international law and sanction Netanyahu and his cabinet immediately for their role in the genocide of Gaza. All Israeli officials who incite or are responsible for genocide should be sanctioned," McPherson said in a media statement.
McPherson said the NDP has been calling for sanctions on Ben-Gvir and Smotrich for 19 months.
The joint statement says that the countries tried to work with the Israeli government on the issue of forced Palestinian displacement but "violent perpetrators" continue to act with "encouragement and impunity."
The statement says that while the countries imposing sanctions still support Israel's right to defend itself, the actions
of the "targeted individuals" undermine "Israel's own security and standing in the world."
"Today’s measures focus on the West Bank, but of course this cannot be seen in isolation from the catastrophe in Gaza," the statement says. "We continue to be appalled by the immense suffering of civilians, including the denial of essential aid."
The sanctioned individuals are inadmissible to Canada and Canadian individuals and organizations are barred from doing business with them.
Last month, Prime Minister Mark Carney joined British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron in writing an open letter condemning Israeli military operations in Gaza. The three leaders called the level of suffering in the territory "intolerable."
The letter called on the Israeli government to allow more food aid into Gaza and to end military operations there, and
for Hamas to release its remaining hostages. The three leaders said they would take "concrete actions" if Israel did not comply.
Carney, Starmer and Macron also threatened to impose sanctions on people and groups linked to the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
The U.K. imposed sanctions on what it called a "West Bank violence network" shortly after the letter was released publicly.
Canada has imposed three previous rounds of sanctions on people and groups associated with expanding Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The last round of sanctions was announced in February.
— With files from Craig Lord and The Associated Press.
This report was first published by The Canadian Press on June 10, 2025.
Evacuee recalls 'surreal' escape as wildfire threatens First Nation
By Rianna Lim
When Destiny Rae boarded the military airplane that was evacuating residents of her First Nation in northwestern Ontario on Sunday, she looked out the window and saw her community in a smoky haze.
"It's very surreal, you feel very sad," Rae recalled.
"I remember looking back at the airport terminal and thinking, 'This is my home. I hope it's here when I come back."
National Defence said
CC-130 Hercules airplanes have been airlifting people out of Sandy Lake First Nation as a wildfire burns through the area, and more than 1,400 people had been evacuated as of Tuesday afternoon. Among the evacuees was Rae, who said she's not sure when she'll be able to return home — and what will be left standing — as a 1,500-square kilometre, out-of-control blaze threatens her community.
As of Monday night, the provincial government said there were more than 20 active fires in north-
western Ontario, and six of them are out of control.
One of those fires remains about 6.5 kilometres from Sandy Lake First Nation, it said.
Rae said she was in disbelief when community leaders began evacuation efforts on Saturday, and "everything just moved so fast." People began packing and planes started flying in as the smoke made it hard to breathe, she recalled.
"I walked out of the house and then to the left you see blue skies ... then I turn right and then it's
just bright orange and the skies are smoky," said Rae. "It's a very scary feeling knowing then the fire is just right there."
The plane had to circle around multiple times before it could safely land in Sandy Lake, she said, because the smoke was causing poor visibility.
Rae said her mother, son, sister and sister's children boarded two military planes headed for Thunder Bay. Her brother is still in the community helping people, she added.
"It was a very sad moment when we took off," Rae
said.
The province said communities in Kapuskasing and southern Ontario are hosting the evacuees.
Rae said her family landed in Thunder Bay, then another plane took the evacuees to Mississauga, Ont., just west of Toronto. About three hundred people remain there, she said, including some from Deer Lake First Nation, which was evacuated about two weeks ago.
Now, Rae said she's volunteering as a support worker as more people fly in. She's helping them
sort out hotel rooms and connect with Red Cross, she said.
Across the country, tens of thousands have fled from raging wildfires in recent days, prompting both Saskatchewan and Manitoba to declare provincial states of emergency.
In Saskatchewan, the province is dealing with multiple fires in the north that have forced between 10,000 and 15,000 people to flee, including 7,000 from the La Ronge area.
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Six Nations moves forward with Port Colborne quarries agreement
DONNA DURIC donna@tworowtimes.com
Despite environmental impacts on tree and turtle species, Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council announced it is moving forward on the Port Colborne quarries agreement.
After a brief community consultation period, SNGR agreed to the third pit being dug in the Port Colborne Quarries Project, which stands to affect green ash, silver maple, Blanding turtles and snapping turtles, among other plants and wildlife.
SNGR said Monday it was moving forward with an agreement with Rankin Construction, which owns Port Colborne Quarries, to get 10 cents per tonne on the third pit the construction company is digging in the quarry.
The project is estimated to bring Six Nations $4.2 million over the life of the project.
“This area does have the potential to be impacted hydrogeologically from the quarry activities,” said Lauren Jones, wildlife and stewardship manager with Six Nations Lands and Resources, during the most recent community engagement session for the Port Colborne Quarries project.
Pre-construction investigation has found the area is home to five species of bats in areas, notable birds such as the meadowlark and grasshopper sparrowidentified as species of risk - as well as deer, muskrat, and amphibians such as bullfrogs.
Bullfrogs were observed in a pond intended to be removed, she revealed during the meeting.
Blanding turtles habitats will be removed for the project, as will the habitat for snapping turtles, she said.
Rehabilitation for the Blanding turtles will take
place right away but the habitat restoration for the snapping turtle will only occur after the project’s lifespan is over, roughly between 25 and 30 years.
She said the company that owns the quarryRankin Construction - said they will rehabilitate those issues after the aggregate has been removed.
Rare plants such as tamarack and necklace sedge have also been found in the area.
Young ash trees will also be removed, but they were heavily impacted by the emerald ash borer, said Jones.
The quarry will be turned into a lake after its lifespan is over.
On Jan. 27 this year, Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council signed a preliminary agreement for the project.
The company is proposing to extend its existing quarry, located in the eastern part of Port Colborne, to a third pit and the extension will also be below the water table quarry.
The company plans to extract 175 acres of aggregate from the 262 acre property, with setbacks of three meters along roads and 10 meters from a nearby deciduous swamp.
The company is asking the provincial government to authorize production of just over 1.8 tonnes.
Peter Graham, consultation supervisor at Lands and Resources, said there are hundreds of aggregate operations across NANFAN treaty territory.
The agreement proposes giving Six Nations 10 cents per tonne of aggregate, totalling $4.2 million in compensation over the life of the quarry, with the stipulation the rate will be adjusted every two years for inflation.
“We are slowly assembling agreements with a number of aggregate companies,” said Graham. “The hope is now we’re getting
up to receiving hundreds of thousands a year. We expect that that will be millions a year in the nottoo-distant future.”
Rankin Construction will continue to consult with Six Nations once the project reaches final rehabilitation and will provide Six Nations contracting and employment opportunities as part of the agreement.
However, said Graham, there’s already a workforce and procurement agreements, because the pit is already established and just being extended, so a sizeable number of opportunities for Six Nations people aren’t expected for this project.
He said Six Nations has been left out of consultations on quarry projects because the Ministry of Natural Resources has been willing to green light the projects without First Nations consultation.
“There was only an obligation to consult on new and existing pits as decreed by the MNR so all the hundreds of existing pits unfortunately, the province does not recognize a duty to consult. If we say no (to this agreement), the ministry will still give them their permits. The Ministry of Natural Resources has told us they will not withhold any permit for a lack of accommodation.”
Monitors from Six Nations of the Grand River, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Haudenosaunee Development institute were on site in 2019.
He said Rankin Construction has accepted the principle that Six Nations of the Grand River is entitled to accommodation for developments on its traditional and treaty territories.
The project reaches the end of its lifespan upon depletion of the aggregate and at that point, rehabilitation of the environment begins.
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Squamish, B.C., declares wildfire state of emergency as blaze looms over community
By Nono Shen
The District of Squamish has declared a local state of emergency due to an out-of-control wildfire that it says poses an imminent threat to people and property.
The declaration signed by Mayor Armand Hurford says the blaze is threatening the neighbourhoods of Brackendale, Tantalus Road and Skyridge in the community about 60 kilometres north of Vancouver.
The district said on its website that the Dryden Creek wildfire is being fought by air and groundcrews from the BC Wildfire Service, while Squamish Fire Rescue crews are setting up sprinklers to protect homes and assisting with fire suppression.
It said the fire is about five hectares in size and an evacuation alert that was imposed on Monday is expected to be expanded Tuesday.
Residents of the community that is popular with adventure and outdoor sports enthusiasts have not yet been ordered to leave.
"The fire suppression efforts continue to be aggressive with air and groundcrews," said the statement from the District of Squamish. It said three helicopters are dedicated to the fire. "Given the terrain, these are the most effective tools to tackle the fire. Addition-
al fixed wing aircraft will be brought in if required."
Gordon Robinson, an information officer with the BC Wildfire Service, said the steep terrain creates additional challenges for firefighters with the risk of debris rolling downhill from a fire.
He said 28 firefighters with the wildfire service are on the ground now after it received a request from the Squamish Fire Rescue Centre on Monday. Kevin Hole has been watching the wildfire from his backyard since he smelled the smoke on Monday afternoon.
He said aircrews have been bombarding the fire since then.
“There are a couple of helicopters just continuing. Every couple of minutes, you'll see one come in and drop some more water in the area," said Hole. "It's not helping. The winds just picked up here over the last kind of hour, heading north,” said Hole in an interview on Tuesday.
The fire is in forested mountain terrain on the east side of the Sea-to-Sky Highway, while the threatened neighbourhoods are just on the other side of the highway that connects Vancouver and Whistler. Hole said he packed his bags with essential items since Monday night, and has been communicating with his friends in the area, while checking for updates
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from the District of Squamish for the latest on the wildfire situation.
Hole said there are dozens of fire spots with the blazes "creeping and growing" towards their homes.
He said he is hoping the helicopters will be able control the fire.
The district said if an evacuation order is issued, officials will go door-todoor to require people to get out ahead of the blaze.
The BC Wildfire Service said the fire is believed to be human caused.
Squamish Nation is urging residents to avoid spending time outside as the air quality and visibility due to the wildfire smoke fluctuates from hour to hour.
"As the area continues to be blanketed in smoke, we continue our reach out to (the) community, particularly for vulnerable Squamish people," says a statement from the First Nation.
The district says the emergency declaration will remain in place until June 24 unless rescinded.
One of the largest wildfires in B.C. has doubled in size since Monday, measuring 1,300 square kilometres in the Peace River Regional District.
The BC Wildfire Service said the Pocket Knife Creek blaze is the result of two fires merging over the weekend in northeastern B.C.
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Great grilling gifts for dad
JACE KOBLUN
jace@tworowtimes.com
Grilling is an opportunity for dads to flex their culinary muscles and deliver plenty of flamelicked foods.
Additionally, grilling is a convenient way to impart flavour on various foods and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine along the way. Many people work hard to hone their grilling skills, including many of the individuals on Father’s Day shopping lists.
Various organizations that specialize in grilling have found that men are twice as likely to grill compared to women. Therefore, gifts that cater to dads’ grilling gusto can be ideal this Father’s Day.
BBQ grill tools: Every grillmaster needs a quality set of tools to do the job.
Ultimate grilling kits often come complete with spatula, fork, tongs, heat-resistant gloves, skewers, and
additional grilling gear.
Digital food thermometer: Cooking food to the correct internal temperature is vital for safety and flavour. Various food thermometers are on the market, but ones that can remain in the food and then send temperatures back to an app via Bluetooth can keep grillers apprised of the cooking progress minute-by-minute.
Engraved cutting board: Laser-engraved cutting boards can be customized with special messages or monograms so that Dad will feel extra-special serving up his grilled feast.
Premium wood chunks: Foods can be enhanced with extra flavour when grillmasters utilize wood during cooking. Put together a gift package with woods like hickory, apple and maple.
Smoker: Expand Dad’s outdoor setup by buying him a smoker. Smokers enable low-and-slow
cooking and are ideal for making briskets, pork roasts and ribs. Some smokers come as combination models that have a grill on one side and a smoker box on the other.
Meat grinder: Whether it’s a free-standing appliance or an attachment for a stand mixer, a meat grinder enables a person to make his own custom blends of ground meats to use in burgers or sausages. This allows full control over the quality of the meat cuts used.
Personalized grill mat: This type of mat will add a personal touch to the grilling area. These mats look good, and many are made with anti-slip backing to ensure they stay in place. Standing on the mat can be more comfortable than standing on concrete or pavers.
Dad deserves the best for Father’s Day. For men who enjoy manning the grill, grilling accessories can heat up gift-giving.
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Six Nations Arrows looking sharp as ever
JIM WINDLE
jim@tworowtimes.com
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One thing the Six Nations Arrows have been over the past week is busy, with three games to report this week, starting with this past Sunday evening’s “meeting of the twines” at the ILA, where the Arrows hosted the Whitby Warriors.
Six Nations’ Dakton Kane came with a bad attitude. Less than one minute after
the opening faceoff, Kane was sent to the penalty box for a charging call, which the referee added an unsportsmanlike conduct call. Kane accounted for the last penalty of the period as well. He contributed an assist as well.
Noah Snyder scored a short hander while Kane served, but Ethan Lee responded for Whitby on the powerplay.
Takaronhiotakie Thompson and Eric “Hodo” Martin scored for the Arrows by the end of the period. Up, 3-1, the Arrows lost
no momentum, adding three more in the second thanks to Daylin John-Hill, his 17th of the season, McCay Jimerson and Noah Snider.
The five-goal string was broken when Julien Belair scored what would be the Warriors only goal of the period. It did not stand long. John-Hill closed the period like he opened it putting the Arrows ahead 7-1.
The Warriors did not quit. Whether it was an Arrows defensive let down or the Warriors throwing everything they had at the
Arrows in the third period, but the last 20 minutes looked nothing like the first two.
The Warriors gained some steam after scoring the first two of the final frame, but once again, the Arrows made them pay for trying to get up off the canvas with Arrows’ Jimerson and Joe Squire took the helm back in a high scoring third period.
In all, both teams added five, third period goals for the 12-7 final score improving the Arrows record to 8-1-0.
The schedule continues Wednesday, June 11th, in St. Kitts. Friday the 13th, the Arrows take another shot at the Warriors in Whitby.
Earlier games this past week include:
ARROWS 7, LAKERS 2 Thursday, June 5, the Arrows struck their targets seven times while holding the Lakers to only two thanks to tight defense and a great game by Six Nations goaltender, Sakaronhiotane Thompson in the cage.
Daylin John-Hill scored his 14th of the season unassisted with a powerplay marker, which was added to by Louis Alfred, scoring his first as an Arrows, also unassisted. John-Hill put his second ball in the basket to open the second period, only 15 seconds in.
Peterborough’s Nate Sage tried to right the ship,
but the attempt was erased by Trysen Sunday, 30 seconds later, giving Peterborough no time to generate any momentum.
It was 4-1, Six Nations going into the third period. The Arrows were winning and controlling the game throughout, the Lakers were mathematically not out of the game yet. There was no scoring until halfway into the period when Curtis Ward gave the Lakers a glimmer of hope, now trailing only 4-2, with 10 minutes left.
That hope was shattered when Shakoreennawis Swamp connected on a feed from Eric “Hodo” Martin. John-Hill made it a hat-trick and Kean Paré closed the show with his second of the season, unassisted.
This year’s Lakers are not up to their expected form so far this season, but
there is a lot of lacrosse left, and the parental Six Nations rivals could still pull its act together in time.
ARROWS 10, OAKVILLE 8
The night before, Wednesday, June 4th, the Arrows were in Oakville where they pulled an 10-8 win powered by a five-point performance by Eric “Hodo” Martin (2G,3A), and McCay Jimerson (3G,2A).
Outside Six Nations 3-1 second period, the Buzz kept it very close. It was 5-5 after the first period, 8-6 after two, and 10-8 final with both clubs scoring two goals.
Also contributing with goals towards the win were: Daylin John-Hill (1G,3A), Takaronhiotakie Thompson (2G,1A), and Trysen Sunday (2G,1A).
Ethan Robertson was in the Six Nations goal for the win, facing 47 shots.
ALL HOME GAMES AT ILA
Brody Thomas climbs the ladder to get a better look on Whitby goalie, Lucas Johnson. The Arrows are riding a 7-1-0 season so far and show no signs of weakness. LAFORCE
What a great season Six Nations Arrows’ attacker Daylin JohnHill is having. The Lawtons, New Yorker brings to the Six Nations Arrows one of the best shooters in the game. So far this season he has scored 19 goals and 18 assists for 36 points in nine-games and is averaging a remarkable four points a game. LAFORCE
Six Nations Rivermen crush Owen Sound
By Jim Windle
SIX NATIONS — Yes. The Brooklin Merchants are in first place for a reason. This is a good team. They are currently atop the OSL Sr. B with a 9-8-1 record.
The Rivermen hold second spot with a 6-2-0 record, four points behind.
Saturday night, June 7th, at the ILA, the Six Nations Rivermen crushed the Owen Sound North Stars 11-5.
The Rivermen came out strong with goals scored by Thunder Hill, his 18th of the year, Niko Shepwock and Greg Elijah Brown.
With the score 3-0, the North Stars caught a break and Brayden Krueger popped in his first of the season to end the first period 3-1, Six Nations.
Davin Bomberry, Mason Hill and Jordan Goodard
scored in the second period. The North Stars interrupted with a goal by Teyatsu Yamada. Bomberry scored his 11th of the season. The North Stars closed the period with Six Nations leading 7-3. Thunder Hill and Jordan Caskenette traded third period goals before Bomberry blew up with back-to-back markers, his 12th and 13th. North Stars interrupted again before Thunder Hill put the cherry on top with his 20th of the season for the 11-5 win.
The Rivermen will be taking a week off and will return to action Sunday, June 22nd against the Ennismore James Gang at the Robert E Young Recreation Centre.
The Jr. B Six Nations Rebels flex for playoffs
JIM WINDLE
jim@tworowtimes.com
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Everyone but the bus driver scored for the Six Nations Rebels the past Sunday as the Rebels showed no mercy in waxing the Wallaceburg Red Devils, 22-7. What is worse, they did it in front of the Wallaceburg fans in their own barn.
If there was any ques-
tion about the depth of the Six Nations bench, that was washed away as the Rebels owned the game from the opening faceoff. The only thing the Devils had to offer fans was a fight-filled response, but few goals. Shots on goal were a ridiculous 80-31 in Six Nations favour. Rebel’s goaltender Conner Waller could have gone for a hotdog and a Coke at times throughout the game, while Red Dev-
il’s Hunter Bryan needed therapy.
There was a big crowd around the points trough as Rebels padded their year-end regular season stats. Kariwanoro Squire, Chaz Hill and Kaiden Lickers were the big point getters.
As of Tuesday, Kariwanoro Squire leads the Rebels with 65 points in 15 games played. Chaz Hill is next with 54 points. Three more regular
season games remain in the Jr. B schedule, all to be played this week. Friday, June 13th could be an unlucky day for the Hamilton Bengals who are next to see the awesome power of the Rebels at the ILA.
The Cambridge Highlanders are next, Sat. June 14th, before the regular season finally against the Bengals, June 15th at the ILA. Three games in three days.
Rivermen did this a lot last week against the Owen Sound Northmen at the ILA. In the end, the Rivermen doubled up on the Northmen 10-5. LAFORCE
SIX NATIONS COUNCIL
SIX NATIONS AND NEW CREDIT
SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS
Carolyn Joyce VanEvery Beaver “Cao” May 7, 1940 – June 9, 2025
Six Nations has lost one of its Renaissance Women.
Cao passed away surrounded by nieces, nephews, cousins and longtime friends at the Brantford General Hospital Palliative Care Centre.
Cao began her life at the Lady Willington Hospital and soon moved home to Seneca Road where she lived most of her life, finally residing at Iroquois Lodge.
Cao was the loving mother to John W VanEvery who resides at Iroquois Lodge and her late infant daughter Linda Beaver.
Cao is predeceased by her parents Titus & Vera VanEvery, her siblings Hazel L Hill, Doris W Miller, Mary “Pen” Bloomfield, Dolores “Spence” Littlewood, Alton VanEvery, Basil VanEvery. Jeanette “Nettie” Allison, Carol Hill and Sharon “Shin” VanEvery. Cao leaves a sister Jan Longboat and a brother Wayne VanEvery.
Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. Evening Visitation Wednesday June 11, 2025 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Service 1:00 pm Thursday June 12, 2025
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1. Racquet sports association
4. Places to sleep
8. Native American tribe
10. Small platforms
11. Egg shape
12. Running out
13. French painter
15. Some are “of the Caribbean”
16. Painful intestinal problem
17. More irritated
18. Prove yourself
21. Catch
22. Supplement with difficulty
23. American automotive giant
24. Form of “to be”
25. Boxing’s GOAT
26. Peyton’s little brother
27. Eli’s big brother
34. Capable of producing
35. Reproductive structures in fungi
36. Allowed to go forward
37. Smiles
38. Arteries
39. VVV
40. Win a series without losing a game
41. This (Spanish)
42. Opposites of beginnings
43. Germanic mythological god
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1. Consisting of uncombined atoms
2. Island country
3. Heavenly body
4. Caribbean island
5. Copyread
6. A place to eat
7. Drops down 9. Native group of Alaska
10. Engage in 12. “Desperate Housewives” lane
14. Thyroid-stimulating hormone
15. Foot (Latin)
17. A place to bathe
19. Animosities
20. Partner to cheese
23. Venus __, plant
24. A donation
25. Pokes holes in the ground
26. Midway between northeast and east
27. Looked into
28. Not young
29. Annoy constantly 30. Something one can strike
31. Most glacial
32. Ten less than one hundred
33. Idle talker
34. Has moved through the air
36. Container for shipping
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
This is a terrific time to get a grasp on your inner emotions and thoughts, Aries. You may feel extra sensitive and loving towards others, especially your partner.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, you may come across some rough spots that need to be ironed out this week. It may not be easy, but if anyone can handle it, that would be you. Make some firm choices.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
It’s easier to express how you feel to someone important in your life by doing so in person, Gemini. Set up a meeting where you can get things off of your chest.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, there may be a day this week where you feel like you’re all ready to go somewhere but you have no invitation. Make your own plans and get something started.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Elements of your life seem to be falling into place, Leo. This is happy news for you. Enjoy this wellearned change.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
It could be one of those weeks when your head is in the clouds and you can’t focus, Virgo. Make an effort to organize your thoughts and take the week one task at a time.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, you are receptive to different creative or recreational outlets this week. Think about a trip to a museum or even a botanical garden. You can use a respite from the grind, anyway.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Some health issues have you feeling less like yourself, Scorpio. You’re eager to get to the bottom of things. Make your well-being a priority and don’t worry about anything else until then.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
No one really knows what they will get with you this week, Sagittarius. Your mood is in flux. Focus your attention and try to avoid getting too up or too down.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
It may be difficult for you to connect with others this week, Capricorn. Your mind is running in a million different directions and this can make it challenging for you to make plans.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, the clouds are parting and the sun is about to come bounding through. Bask in this shift and make plans to get up and go.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, be mindful that you may not have the commitment to finish any project you start this week. But give it your best shot.
