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Celebration filled with family, fun and respect By Debora Steel Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter Port Alberni—There is no finer way to pay tribute to a person’s memory than to celebrate his life, and that’s what the Seitcher family did on May 5 to honor late Eewahnulth, who passed away suddenly on April 15. Friends and family gathered at the Athletic Hall in the many hundreds to speak of the chief and support the family in their loss. It was the late chief’s express written instructions that the event be held two weeks after his passing and the family honored his wishes. And while there were tears at the event, the party, which lasted into the wee hours of the morning, was joyous and uplifting, rooted in tradition and humor. The day began with a traditional cleansing of the floor, with Pat Morgan and Leo Torres-Clark, Eewahnulth’s great grandson, doing the energetic Hinkeets dance surrounded by the Tla-oqui-aht ladies wrapped in their shawls, fringes brushing the ground as they moved. Then came a dance that lifted the load off the community’s shoulders. seec^as^takim> (see-cha-sh-ak-imlth). “We are the Seitchers,” was sung. Tim
Grandchildren Kayla-Anne and Wesley Frank lead the family in the “We are the Seitchers” dance for the Celebration of Life for late Eewahnulth. Sutherland composed the song and gifted it to the family, said Eewahnulth’s daughter Naomi Seitcher. The generations of family took to the floor, soaring like eagles, and the dance ended with wife Kathy, sisters and brothers of Eewahnulth, and son Hiyuuwii=h=, locked in an embrace at the centre of the dance floor. Eewahnulth had spoken about a song that the whole family, even the children, could dance to. It sprang from a story about grandfather Ian, who, at one time, was the last Seitcher and it was feared the
name would be lost. “Now we are many,” said Naomi. Margaret (nee Marshall) and Ian went on to have 17 children. Ha’wilth Tom Curley was the first to speak to the crowd of about 1,000 people, though those numbers would swell to almost 1,500 throughout the day, saying it was the greatest honor of his life. He spoke about his lifelong friend and shared stories of their early days, living life to the fullest. Curley also spoke about the day when the men decided to put alcohol away.
Eewahnulth went on to help innumerable others along this healing path. Simon Read of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council spoke eloquently about his own experience with Eewahnulth’s gift for healing, crediting the chief for many years of hugs from his father. Read said he has a reoccurring dream where the ancestors come to him in a vision and it occurred again just recently, this time with the chief among them. Eewahnulth spent some years working for the tribal council in the mental health department, and staff came out to honor his memory. Kim Rai, a counselor with the department, travelled to many places with the chief and shared some of his memories, including an encounter with a border guard on a recent trip back from Seattle. Rai said the chief did not like to shop, but he did accompany Rai this one time. The border guard asked the chief if he had purchased anything during his stay in the U.S. The chief turned his back to the guard. “Chief, the man is asking if you bought anything,” said Rai, and still the chief turned his back. “Chief, you are going to get us arrested if you don’t answer the question,” Rai explained the situation. Continued on pages 6 and 7.
Racial insult escalates to vicious assault By Shayne Morrow Ha-Shilth-Sa Contributor Port Alberni—A member of Hupacasath First Nation is recovering in hospital following a brutal assault that appears to have been racially motivated. Bert McCarthy, 41, suffered a shattered kneecap and multiple leg fractures when he was attacked by four men at the River Road Petro Canada station on Saturday evening. The assailants then dragged the injured man into the middle of the road, where he was spotted by an off-duty RCMP officer who happened to be passing by. McCarthy said he had noticed the four suspects earlier in the day, when they were seen riding two green, white and
black jet skis on Alberni Inlet, but contrary to initial reports, there was no confrontation. “No. They were just down the Canal when I was bringing my boat in,” McCarthy said Monday. “I was heading to Port from Toquart Bay. They were down there, around Kildonan, just cruising around on their jet skis.” McCarthy said he didn’t think much about it when he pulled into the Petro Canada at about 10:30 p.m., and saw a truck pulling one of the jet skis at the pumps. But what started as a casual conversation turned ugly immediately. “I wanted to talk to one of the guys, and I said, ‘Was that you guys that were down-Inlet?’ and he said ‘Why? Have you got a problem, Chug?’ And he started putting me down,” McCarthy said. McCarthy said he decided to defuse the
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situation by walking away. “Then another truck pulled in, pulling a jet ski, and they got out and started chasing me down. I started running, and then they took my legs out.” McCarthy said the four men all took part in the attack, under the glare of the lights at the gas pumps, in full view of the surveillance cameras. “They left me in the middle of the road. I had to drag myself back onto the sidewalk, because I couldn’t walk,” he said. The four suspects fled the scene when the RCMP officer arrived. Hupacasath Chief Councillor Stephen Tatoosh said the timing was fortunate. “There should be some good descriptions and I hope the video picked something up,” he said. “I’ve asked the RCMP to put a lot of resources into this, and
I’ve spoken with the superintendent for Vancouver Island.” McCarthy was transported to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for emergency surgery. On Monday evening, he was to be transferred to West Coast General Hospital. “I’ll be there at least a few days, until I’m okay to go home,” he said. But the injured man faces a considerable period of recovery and some of the damage may be permanent. “My leg’s shattered. I’ll probably never run again or dance like [John] Travolta,” McCarthy said. “My kneecap is all gone. They said, down the road, they’ll be able to put something in there.” Anyone with information on this assault is asked to contact Port Alberni RCMP at 250-723-2424 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Message from the NTC President By Clifford Atleo Sr., President Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council It has been a while since I have provided a message to our Nuu-chah-nulth members. It has been a busy 2012. The Health Governance initiative is being worked on by the First Nations Health Council. A report on our progress will be provided to all BC First Nations at Gathering Wisdom V in Vancouver on May 15 to May 17 at the Hyatt Regency. First drafts of a consensus document on a First Nations Health Authority will also be reviewed at Gathering Wisdom V. It is expected that by 2013 we will have completed the work necessary to adopt a new First Nations Health Authority. On Vancouver Island, a Health Partnership Accord with VIHA has been finalized and it will be formally signed in a ceremony on May 14. Also, a living document capturing the terms of reference for our caucus has been approved by the Island First Nations Health Caucus. On the fisheries front, on behalf of many of our Nations, I signed a letter of understanding on the management of Fraser River Salmon in Saanich March 20. I will keep you posted on further developments as the LOU suggests that management particulars will be negotiated by those directly benefitting from Fraser Salmon Stocks. On the T’aaq-wiihak front, DFO continues to disrespect and not take seriously the intent of our court win by litigation. The Supreme Court of Canada refused to hear the appeal application presented by Canada. However, the SCC referred our case back to the Provincial Appeal Court, in light of the SCC decision on Lax Kw’alaams. Our case will not be heard before the appeal courts until late 2012 or early 2013. Our hope is that our case with its strength will withstand the scrutiny which it will be accorded by the courts. A new fishing season is now upon us. Although we have been recognized as being second only to conservation for food, social and ceremonial needs, we now have a court case which recognizes
Ha’wilth Eewahnulth, a strong message our aboriginal right to harvest aquatic should remain with all of us. That clear species and commercially sell that harmessage is that coming together as famvest. Our intention is to provide opportuily, relatives, friends and nities for all Nuu-chahacquaintances is second nulth-aht to access aquatto none, in terms of joyic resources for all our ful life experiences and home use needs, as well sharing. as to eventually stand on Eewahnulth has indeed our own two feet, as our left us with a life lasting ancestors did for thoureminder of what our sands of years. Our intenancestors knew before tion is to provide for our contact. The importance people the opportunity to of humour, fellowship, make a reasonable living. song, dance, life altering On the language front, stories experienced by there is excitement buildCliff Atleo Sr. many who had contact ing in that there has been with him. Think about how much fun the formation of a council, which will be we all had and enjoyed with every hour built to advocate for all our communities we celebrated his life. Thanks to Kathy who are working on keeping our identity and all of his family and Tla-o-qui-aht alive and active. I will keep you posted for a wonderful event. on developments. Finally, for all who were fortunate to experience the celebration of life for late
A Lahal tournament was hosted at Maht Mahs gym on the April 27th weekend, organized by James Starr with the help of Chuck August. Eighteen teams attended, with 17 traveling to the area. Starr had dreamed about the revival of the bones game in Tseshaht territory. “It is a strong part of our culture as it was a everyday event with our elders and our ancestors, he said. There was a lot of fun had with a lot of songs sung and some really close games. “ I totally loved the entire experience. It was a great environment. I am so greatful to all the people who helped to make this event a great success,” Starr reported on social media after the competition.
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Family seeks closure after daughter’s disappearance
Don and Joanne Young display a photo of their daughter Lisa Marie who went missing 10 years ago. A walk for Lisa Marie is scheduled for June 24.
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NUU-CHAH-NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIPS IMPORTANT NOTICE In the Province of B.C. we are currently experiencing a disruption of services in the Public Schools. Students have not received report cards this year which may make it impossible for us to offer scholarships. We are hopeful that the climate of discontent will end and that report cards will be issued in June making it possible for us to process applications. We will send a notice to the tribes and place an ad in the Ha-shilth-sa in early June indicating our decision to proceed or cancel. In addition we wish to announce that we will no longer be giving out scholarships to students in grades one, two or three due to the difficulty we have had in assessing the non -graded primary report cards and in consideration of the recent cuts to our Education Department budget.
NUU-CHAH-NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL GRADUATION CEREMONY We are excited to announce that we are combining the Grade Twelve and Post Secondary Graduation ceremony this year. The celebration will take place in Port Alberni at the Alberni Athletic Hall on Friday, June 22, 2012. The grad applications will be available on the N.T.C. web page in early June. For further information regarding scholarships or grad you can contact Lynnette Lucas, N.T.C. Manager of Education Programs or Eileen Haggard, N.T.C. Elementary/Secondary supervisor.
There are dozens of unsolved missing/murdered aboriginal women cases in By Denise Titian B.C. and hundreds of similar cases Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter across Canada. The women who went missing from Vancouver’s Downtown Nanaimo–It’s been nearly 10 years since Eastside and whose DNA were later found at the property of serial killer Joanne Young’s daughter Lisa disapRobert Pickton, for example, is the subpeared without a trace, and even though ject of a Missing Women’s Inquiry into it’s still extremely painful to relive the the investigations of their disappearmemories, Joanne and her husband Don ances. work hard to keep their daughter’s mem“It was never about me; we wanted the ory alive. message to be to be that she’s still missJoanne and her children are members ing and we need closure,” she continued. of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation. Her family Back in 2002, Joanne would find herincludes her husband Don, their two sons self calling Lisa’s cell over and over just and their missing eldest child Lisa. The so she could hear her family lived quietly daughter’s voicemail and comfortably in greeting. Nanaimo until the “I wish I kept that,” summer of 2002. she said, wiping her Lisa Marie Young, tears away. then age 21, went to a She talked about the downtown Nanaimo fear; the realization night club with friends that something was on the evening of June terribly wrong, and the 29, 2002. She was helplessness that folwearing a black skirt, lows. black top, black high Joanne said she boots and a silver hoop doesn’t call the RCMP necklace. very much anymore. At closing time, Lisa “I don’t hear from and her friends struck them often and I don’t up a conversation with like calling anymore a man they had just because there’s never met in the club parking lot. He offered them a Lisa Marie Young would have been any news, just rumors,” said Joanne. ride in his older model 31 years old on May 5. And it’s those horrired Jaguar to a local ble rumors that have led to another house party. The group of friends acceptsource of suffering for the family. They ed the ride and attended that house party, have endured late night calls from what then moved to another party together. they call crazy people. At the second house party in the “We got a call at about two in the Cathers Lake area of Nanaimo, Lisa said morning from someone telling us they she was hungry and was offered a ride to were moving her body right now,” a sandwich shop by the driver of the Joanne recalled. When she asked the Jaguar. She accepted his offer and left caller why they didn’t call the police, the alone with him. Lisa’s last communication came at 4:30 reply was that the police don’t believe them. a.m., June 30, when she texted a friend The RCMP eventually contacted the expressing concern about the driver and caller and asked them not to call the her situation. Youngs anymore. Joanne believes that her daughter “Even though we think it’s not true, would have been anxious to get home and did something she wouldn’t normally there’s always a little part of us wondering…what if they’re telling the truth?” do – put herself in danger by accepting a said Joanne. ride from a stranger. Needless to say, the past 10 years have “She had plans. She had a big day the been a nightmare for the family. They next day. Her dad was going to help her live on hope and for the love of their two move into her new apartment,” Joanne sons, ages 29 and 27. explained. She said Lisa was excited “People say I coddle them too much, about her new apartment and a new job but that’s not fair,” said Joanne. “We’ve she would start the following Monday. lost one; we will always take care of RCMP tracked down both the car and them now more than ever.” the driver, but never found Lisa. The boys were only 19 and 17 when Over the past decade the Nanaimo their sister went missing. According to RCMP has been investigating Lisa’s disJoanne, Lisa was very protective of them appearance. A Crime Stoppers re-enactand the boys miss that. ment of Lisa’s last known activities was The youngest has special needs and aired in early 2011. Joanne does her best to take care of him. RCMP did not respond to requests for During the interview the phone rang sevan interview, however, it appears no new eral times and she excused herself to leads were generated from the re-enacttake each call in order to make sure her ment, which can be viewed on YouTube. son was okay. “We know there is more than one per“He’s been having a real hard time son who knows what happened and we hope someday they do the right thing and lately,” Joanne explained. Now the boys look after each other come forward,” said Joanne. and their parents. They understand their “I try to think of different ways to keep parents’ need to know where they are at my daughter’s memory alive so people all times. don’t forget her…that’s my biggest “They come home right after work and worry.” they call us and tell us where they are In the early days of the investigation, and when they will be home,” she said. Joanne made a conscious decision to The Youngs have been following the avoid appearing in front of cameras. Tyeshia Jones/Karrie-Ann Stone cases in “You couldn’t tell by looking at her that Duncan. The two women were found she was First Nations and I didn’t want murdered in Duncan; Stone in July 2010 people to know that and judge her…to discriminate against her because of that,” and Jones in January 2011. Continued on page 4. Joanne explained.
Page 4 - Ha-Shilth-Sa - May 17, 2012 Tristan flings a frisbee at the Community Family Fun Fair hosted by the Uchucklesaht Tribe Government on May 12 at Glenwood Centre. A variety of crafts, games and activities, including bouncy castles, face painting, mini golf, bean bag toss and a cake walk kept young and old busy over four hours. Photos by Debora Steel
“What has a bulbous head, eight arms and a sack of ink for its defences?” That’s one of the questions from Uu-athluk fisheries intern Jared Dick who was collecting correct answers in exchange for Uu-a-thluk coloring books.
“I got one!” Fishing in a kiddie pool puts a smile on everybody’s face
Walk for Lisa Marie Continued from page 3. In April 2012 William Gordon Robert Elliott, age 24, was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder. “It’s hard to believe someone would hurt your beautiful child,” said Joanne. The Youngs are grateful that the families in Duncan know where their girls are and have their answers. “I’m really amazed at the support the families had in Duncan; they are going to have their justice,” said Joanne, adding her family may never get that. “Thinking about justice, even if we get it, it won’t change much, but it would be good to put that person away,” said Joanne. Joanne suffers from hypertension and, just over four years ago, became very ill and was taken to emergency. That was when she discovered her kidneys had failed and she is in need of a kidney transplant. Without one, Joanne must have dialysis four times a week to clean her blood. Hooked up to the dialysis machine for four hours at a time gives Joanne plenty of time to think. Joanne is now on the waiting list for a kidney transplant and hopes she can find one so she can live a healthy, normal life. The good news is that live donors can donate a kidney, but she has a less common B+ blood type. While she waits for a kidney Joanne endures her dialysis treatments and thinks of happy memories of Lisa, like the day she was born or her first day of Kindergarten. “One thing they can’t take away is our memories of her,” said Joanne. The pain of not knowing is something Joanne said she wouldn’t wish on her worst enemy. In desperation, the Youngs have turned to psychics for help, but have come up with nothing. “It’s hard to go there,” said Joanne, saying she puts so much hope and faith in that, only to be disappointed. “You can tell when they’ve gone off track and that it’s not going to work,” said Joanne. But, she said, they have good intentions. Lisa would have celebrated her 31st birthday on May 5th and Joanne is sure it would have been a big occasion. The Youngs’ home is tastefully decorated, and, in the middle of May, there
are Christmas decorations still up. A shelf is stacked with beautiful Christmas angels. Joanne admits she loves holidays and pulls out all the stops for each one. Lisa was a girly girl; she loved pretty things and making gift baskets and decorations with her mother for every holiday. “I miss doing that with my daughter,” said Joanne, wiping away more tears. “She had the sweetest little giggle,” she remembers. Joanne recalls a recent trip on a city bus when she sat near a group of teenage girls. “I heard them giggle and I sat back, closed my eyes and pretended it was her,” she shared. Joanne wonders if she would have been a grandmother by now. “I know my daughter so well and I know she would have had a good career,” said Joanne, adding that her daughter wanted to be a sports broadcaster. She loved the Canucks. When she’s not caring for her boys, Joanne continues to pound the pavement armed with Lisa flyers, stopping in businesses and asking them if she can put posters in their windows. Some are great about it; some will say they will put them up later but never do and then there are those who flat out say they don’t want clutter in their windows. Such remarks deeply offend Joanne. She listens to music that speaks to her, like ‘Where is the Love’, by Black Eyed Peas; a song that begs people to set aside hatred, anger and hurting one another. “I hope to find her one day,” said Joanne. She said she has dreams where Lisa is home and she’s okay and in her dream Joanne wonders if it was all a nightmare and that it never happened; but then she wakes up. As in previous years the Youngs are planning a walk and candlelight ceremony on June 24 to remember Lisa. “We really are her voice now,” said Joanne. The theme for the 2012 gathering will be called ‘A voice for Lisa Marie’. We will walk for Lisa Marie, to keep her memory alive, said Joanne. Today Joanne says the most important thing is to get people more aware of staying safe. “You never know what’s going to happen. She never thought she’d be in harm’s way,” said Joanne.
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NTC Disability Access Committee’s Health Ability Fair May 23 & 24, 2012 Maht Mahs Gym, Port Alberni Theme: “Hish-shuk ma oosh-juk” We are all useful for something. 8:30 Registration (daily) 9:00 a.m. start each day Snacks and Lunch will be provided each day Day 1 (May 23) will include: Performance by Haahuupayuk School Keynote Speaker: Grand Chief Ed John, First Nations Summit Task Force, (TBC) Diabetes Care Shoppers Drug Mart Presentation on Prescription Medications Living in Balance: Medicine Wheel Teachings Workshop facilitated by Don Burnstick Dinner will be followed by a family-oriented Comedy Show by Don Burnstick Day 2 (May 24) will include: PA Fire Department presentation; External Services Panel: Community Living BC, Ministry of Social Development - Advocate for Service Quality, Port Alberni Association for Community Living; BCANDS presentation; RCMP Presentation on Internet Safety VIHA Services Panel: Acute Care, Mental Health, Health Prevention & Public Health (tbc) We will also have a number of resource information tables hosted by various NTC departments, and external resources: Shoppers Drug Mart, RCMP, CLBC, BCANDS, Port Alberni Association for Community Living. Self-Care services will be available for participants. Everyone is Welcome to attend!
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On behalf of the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT) Board of Directors, I would like to extend our gratitude to Violet Clark and Curtis Dick of Ahousaht First Nation and Simon Tom Sr. and Marie Atleo of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation for their dedication to the CBT for the past four years. We appreciate your assistance hosting meetings in your territories, your dedicated attendance to all of our meetings and the time you have contributed sharing the work of the CBT in your communities. Ahousaht First Nation and Tla-o-quiaht First Nation are currently seeking volunteers to sit on the CBT board. The CBT board has 10 seats, eight appointments from the communities in the
region and two at-large appointments. Directors serve a four-year term. As the region’s community foundation, we are looking for directors who are keen to share our work with their communities. We encourage interested individuals to put their name forward to Ahousaht First Nation and Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation. If you have questions about volunteering on the CBT board, please contact me at 725-2219 or rebecca@clayoquotbiosphere.org. For a complete list of CBT board members, please see our website at www.clayoquotbiosphere.org under the heading Who We Are. Rebecca Hurwitz Managing Director
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Tributes bring tears and laughter Continued from page 1. So the chief turned to the guard and said “Are you married, are you married?” The guard said “Yes, I am, but I don’t see what that has to do with anything.” “I bought a purse,” said the chief. And the audience roared with laughter. A definite highlight of the pre-dinner presentations was the honor paid to the Seitchers by Ahousaht Tyee Ha’wilth Maquinna Lewis George who danced a Hinkeets at the event. It was a great demonstration to acknowledge how esteemed Eewahnulth was in the Nuuchah-nulth community, and beyond. There were emotional outpourings from the chief’s contemporaries, including Simon and Julia Lucas, who presented knit toques to Hiyuuwii=h=, and other relatives, and Joe Tom, who spoke to the gathering in his traditional language, expressing his sadness of the chief’s passing. Family from Lillooet traveled to pay their respects. Naomi explained that her great grandmother Susan Tom married Photographs by Debora Steel Tommy Marshall and they had eight children, including the chief’s mother It was a joyous time May 5 as the Seitcher family celebrated the life of their brother, father, grandfather and husband. Ina Seitcher, Kathy Seitcher and Margaret. Hiyuuwii=h,= Seymour Seitcher, dance to honor the late chief Eewahnulth. Seymour Other highlights included a surprise has put away his late father’s name for a year as per custom. announcement from Hiyuuwii=h=, = who stood his family up and told the Gus Eewahnulth had made for him. There was Eewahnulth had entertained tribal family of Tseshaht to be ready; that he council staff last year at their Christmas would in the near future “tluu-cha,” trav- a strong response from the gathering, including a standing ovation. party by taking part in a similar event. el up the river to ask to marry girlfriend There was a lot of fun had at the event, Hiyuuwii=h= had requested the department Linda Gomez. Hiyuuwii=h= spoke of his including a reprisal of the NTC Wild do it again at the party, said Stan father talking to him about getting preWomen of Mental pared to “tluu-cha.” Tears were shed as Health, with the this relationship blossomed at the urging men of the departof Hiyuuwii=h=’s aunts, said Gomez. ment, and also nine Another emotional tribute was paid by family members friend Barry Coulson. (brother, nephews, Barry’s father hired Eewahnulth to grandsons, and great work in the logging industry. When grandsons), dressing Barry went to work Eewahnulth taught up as women and him the ropes, said Gomez. And then taking a turn around Barry said Eewahnulth gave him life, the dance floor. helping him get into treatment. Barry played a “Bo Diddly” song on the drum Right: Family from Lillooet (Marshall) attended the celebration of life to honor the Seitcher family and to show their respect and love for the late chief. Below: Chris Seitcher is one good looking gal during the Wild Women dance.
Eewahnulth’s sister Charlotte Rampanen.
Ahousaht Tyee Ha’wilth Maquinna Lewis George honored the family by dancing the “We are the Seitcher song and later a Hinkeets. Matthews, emcee of the May 5th celebration of life. And the women were not to be outdone with their Elvis and Michael Jackson impersonations.
Above: Traditional leadership from the Nuu-chah-nulth territory came out to honor the Tla-o-qui-aht late Tyee Ha’wilth. He was held in high regard and garnered much respect from many different corners of society. Left: And the chief liked to laugh so his son Hiyuuwii=h= requested the reprisal of the Wild Women dance, where men dress up as women and take a turn around the dance floor. Photo by Linda Gomez.
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Tom Curley said it was his greatest honor to have been chosen to speak first at the celebration.
Above: Simon Read of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, credited Eewahnulth for leading him to years of hugs from his father. Inset: NTC President Cliff Atleo Sr. looks on as Barry Coulson speaks about Eewahnulth and the friendship they forged. Photo submitted. Right: Leo Torres-Clark takes to the air at the Seitcher family celebration of life for late chief Eewahnulth.
Below: Catherine Frank dances with the Tla-o-qui-ahts for the blessing of the floor at the Seitcher celebration of life, honoring the late tyee. From left to right: Ian Seitcher, Terry Seitcher and Karen Adams dance in celebration of their late brother on May 5.
Above: Ina Seitcher teases sister Pearl Dorward with a lost earring. Left: Pearl was made to dance to retrieve it. Women dressed as Elvis and Michael Jackson livened up the evening entertainment at the Seitcher family Celebration of Life. Photo by Linda Gomez.
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Gold River students getting a cultural education The Gold River Secondary School celebrated Cultural Awareness Week in April with the theme of Haasuk, or proud. Volunteers came to the school to share their knowledge about different cultures with the students. Marg Amos, the Nuu-chah-nulth Education Worker for G.R.S.S., expressed her appreciation for all the people that came out to support the students. “Kleco,” she said. “We have had a lot
of community members to the school and without your help this would never get done. It is a time to celebrate all those that participated.” Some students have been involved in making traditional fishing spears and this month the students are expected to go out to the river to do traditional fishing, said Amos. The next project coming up is students will be making cedar long house models, and studying about it. “It is exciting!”
Right: Stanley Lucas and his son Zachery Lucas teaching songs. Below: Sheila Savey and Jack Johnson share their knowledge of Yuquot Heritage. Photos submitted by Marg Amos.
Lenora Johnson and Hilary Savey teach beading on a loom.
Margarita James made food, Pork Adobo on Rice from Philippines
Mrs. Cargill made vichyssoise (leek and potato soup) from France, and John Amos made fried bread from Nuu-chah-nulth territory.
The annual Mother’s Day feast in Ahousaht was held May 13, with the men serving up some delicious food for the women of the community, including tasty seafood. Right: Curtis Dick addresses the gathering saying how the men like to honor the women, not only one day a year, but every day.
Left: Ramona Mack and Bonnie Thomas have fun singing Tina Turner’s Rolling Down the River. Right: Louie Frank Sr., one of the chefs at the Ahousaht Mother’s Day event, gives the photographer a peek at some hotdogs cooked up for the men. Photos by Melody Charlie.
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RETAIL OPPORTUNITY
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Education Department is seeking bids for the catering of the Nuu-chah-nulth Scholarships celebration on July 20, 2012 at the Hupacasath House of Gathering in Port Alberni. The caterer will be expected to provide: Refreshments throughout the evening -coffee, tea, juice, water Chumas after the ceremony - fruit plates, pastries, veggie plates, small sandwiches and all condiments for the above.
The Uchucklesaht Tribe Government is interested in accepting proposals for long term or short term retail opportunity. The Green Cove Store and Gas is located in Kildonan on Barkley Sound and is only accessible by boat. We are looking for either a long term lease or a short term (one season) from individuals who are self-motivated and adventurous. For more information regarding this excellent economic development opportunity - please contact the Uchucklesaht Administration at 250-724-1832 or administrator@uchucklesaht.ca
Please submit bids to the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Education Department attention Eileen Haggard or email Eileen.Haggard@nuuchanulth.org by noon July 6, 2012. Once the contract is awarded a contract will be issued.
Haahuupayak School Principal Haahuupayak School is accepting applications for a one-year maternity leave. Contract for Principal, for the 2012/2013 school year. Please submit resumes, with supporting documentation by May 29, 2012 to: Haahuupayak School, PO Box 1279 Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2 Fax to 250-724-7335 or haahuupayak@shaw.ca www.haahuupayak.com Tsow-Tun Le Lum Residential/Substance Abuse Treatment Centre Part-Time Administration Clerical Position (on-call) This position is responsible to the Executive Director of the Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society and acts in accordance with policy and procedures as outlined by the Director. The purpose of this position is to provide receptionist, clerical, computer (MS Office - XP). Administration support; carry out filing tasks; assist in the provision of service; maintain administrative files and record keeping systems; maintain supplies and equipment; and perform related duties for the Centre. Qualifications: This position will have post-secondary education and the completion of a commercial course or other post-secondary courses relating to the position duties. Requires computer literacy, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, organize effectively, work independently; possess an ability to make operating decisions based upon established procedures and guidelines. A combination of education, training and experience will be considered. Casual Recovery Care Workers (0-40 hours a week) This position is responsible for the general supervision of the residents and the Centre during the appropriate shifts. This position supports the counsellors' management of residents. This position is responsible for the security of the Centre and performing janitorial and administrative tasks related to the position. The incumbent of this position will have a varying shift pattern on a casual basis (0-40 hours a week), which may include weekends and nights. Qualifications: Knowledge of substance abuse/addictions; good physical health; knowledge and experience in general housekeeping and maintenance; respectful, helpful and re-assuring attitude; ability to work without direct supervision; ability to handle emergency situations; ability to write; ability to be assertive; First Aid, CPR certificates and Class 4 Driver's License an asset. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS: A criminal record check will be conducted. Knowledge of Aboriginal people and their culture and traditions. Knowledge of First Aid and CPR training. Hold a valid Driver's Licence. In meeting the objectives and philosophies of the Society, preference will be given to qualified individuals of Aboriginal ancestry in accordance with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code. The successful candidates will have a willingness to role model and maintain an abstinent lifestyle [if a recovery alcoholic, two (2) years of sobriety; if a recovery addict, two (2) years free of non-prescription drugs]. Applications and résumés may be sent to Personnel Committee, Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society PO Box 370, 699 Capilano Road Lantzville, BC V0R 2H0 Fax:(250) 390-3119 Deadline for all applications is Thursday 12:00 P.M. May 31, 2012 Thank you for your interest. Competition will officially close with the selection of a suitable candidate. Only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted.
EDUCATION MANAGER Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation (MMFN) has an immediate opportunity for a full-time Education Manager. Based out of Gold River this position is responsible for the overall coordination of the MMFN’s Education Program including: Early Education programs, public Schools, Post Secondary, Adult Education, and Vocational Training. Responsibilities include: Manage the affairs of the Education Program in accordance with approved Mowachaht/Muchalaht Policy, NTC Policy, and applicable Government Policy; Oversee and monitor educational financial and program matters; Assists in the administration of Local Education Agreements; Ensures that Mowachaht/Muchalaht students enrolled in elementary and secondary schools receive the appropriate level of support applicable to course and educational planning, tutoring, and general counseling; Research and prepare proposals for educational funding; Prepare regular and special Education Program Reports as requested by the Band Administrator, Mowachaht/Muchalaht Council, NTC, and funders. Preferred Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in a related field or a combination of education/training, and a minimum of 2-years of direct experience in education management. Possess a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills. Must have advanced level of computer skills to use Microsoft Office Suite and financial spreadsheets. Familiar with First Nations educational programs and issues. Proven ability in proposal and report writing. Possess strong personal boundaries and possess a wellness plan. Possess a car and valid driver¡¦s licence, and provide acceptable criminal record check.
Qualified applicants should send cover letter, resume and 3 references by May 24, 2012 to: Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation P.O. Box 459 Gold River, BC V0P 1G0 Fax: (250) 283-2335 Email: Cynthia.Rayner@yuquot.ca (Attn.: Administrator) Gold River is a great location for rewarding work and a scenic, recreational lifestyle!
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Residential Tenancy Workshop
C o m m u n i t y&B e y o n d
May 23
Port Alberni Alberni Valley Stakeholders Initiative to End Homelessness is hosting a Residential Tenancy Workshop. Come and Learn about your Rights & Responsibilities under the Residential Tenancy Act of BC. For more info or to register phone: (250) 723-8281 or e-mail: djohnson@pafriendshipcenter.com. Lunch will be provided to participants NTC Health Ability Fair
May 23 and 24 Maht Mahs in Port Alberni
There will be guest speakers that have been called upon to share from their area of expertise and training. The topics have been chosen based on input from past disability information gatherings and based upon request from NCN members throughout the year. For more information, please contact your appointed regional repre-
sentatives. Southern Region: Helen Dick (Tseshaht) and Ida Mills (Ditidaht). Central Region: Delores Bayne (Hesquiaht) and Gord Taylor (Ucluelet). Northern Region: Sheila John (Ehattis) and Pat Nicolaye (Kyuquot). Urban Healing Gathering
May 24 Vancouver
May 25 and 26 Seattle
Quu%asa Program Urban Healing Gathering in Vancouver at the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre, Judge Alfred Scow gym. Start 2 p.m.to 8 p.m. Dinner, singing drumming, brushings, NTC Info. Sharing, RHSW Update. For more information contact Jolene Prest or Reg Sam 250-724-3939 or Toll Free at 1888-624-3939 Fax: 250-724-3996 jolene.prest@nuuchahnulth.org or reg.sam@nuuchahnulth.org An Evening with Shawn Atleo
Jack & Johnson Wedding
May 24
June 2, 2012
Vancouver
Tsaxana
All are welcome to attend a special
Francis Jack & Janelle Johnson would like to invite family and friends to come join them on their wedding day June 2, 2012 at Tsaxana House of Unity. Francis Jack's parents are Phyllis Jack and James Green. Janelle Johnson's parents are Eva Johnson & Jack Johnson Jr. For further information you can call us at (250) 2837667
Mother’s Day mom Marlene, sister Victoria W, Christine H, Samara m, Linda M, Betsy M, Barbra Jean Price, Jackie Price , Auntie Ang Joe, Donna W, Wendy& Tanya, auntie Gertrude F, and all mom,s & Grama,s you all have great day love from Marvin & Pearl, & family. May happy Birthday Molly you have awesome day we love you very much Marvin & Pearl , Lisa, Chase, Michael, Marvin jr Violet Tutube.
Klecko’s - +ekoo Many thanks to the Nuu-chah-nulth people for your love and support you showed my family. It was very good to see so many friends and family at my son Ralph John funeral. I hurt so much when it happened. But after seeing so many people from up and down the whole west coast I felt a little better. Please let everyone know suicide is not the answer for young and old Nuu-chah-nulth people. Seek help from loved ones around you. It’s really painful for everyone else around you when things like that happen. Don’t keep things to yourself; it’ll just make things harder. Please find help for yourself. I don’t want any more families to suffer because of suicide. Help is out there, just ask. Once again, many thanks
Urban Healing Gathering
Quu%asa Program Urban Healing Gathering in Seattle at the Duwamish Longhouse. 4705 W Marginal Way Southwest Seattle. Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner, singing drumming, brushings, NTC Info. Sharing, RHSW Update. For more information contact Jolene Prest or Reg Sam 250-724-3939 or Toll Free at 1-888-624-3939 Fax: 250-7243996 jolene.prest@nuuchahnulth.org or reg.sam@nuuchahnulth.org
Birthdays and Congratulations Happy 30th Anniversary Marvin Sr Tutube. Love you. wife Pearl T. Happy Birthday May 1 Donna May. Love cuzin Pearl & Marvin Sr Lisa, Chase, Michael, Marvin jr Violet . Happy 7th anniversary Mr. Mrs Kevin Watts April 30. Love Pearl, Marvin and nephews, Nieces and Wilson family. Happy birthday Tanya. Hope you have an awesome day cuz. Love Pearl Marvin Sr., Lisa, Chase, Michael, Marv Jr, Violet. Happy
evening with Shawn A-in-chut Atleo at the Chief Joe Mathias Recreation Centre, 100 Capilano Rd. North Vancouver. For information, contact Michelle Corfield at 250-741-7540 or email michellecorfield@shaw.ca.
to family and friends of Nuu-chah-nulth. Signed Thomas John and family In loving memory of Ralph Anthony John Jr January 7, 1983 – April 17, 2012 We miss you so much son, Your love for your children, Nephews and nieces Are kept in our hearts. Rest easy now son. Thinking of you always Love Your family Thomas, Richard, Sarah, Mary Lou and Anthony
In Memory In Loving Memory of Mamie Wilson April 8, 1933 to May 12, 2000 Mother, May all the warmth And love you bring To every life you touch And all the joy you help create Because you care so much Be given back to you today To bless your life and show How much you’re loved And treasured too, By everyone you know! From Dorothy, Nancy, Pearl (Marvin), sons Peter Wilson and Doug Wilson, grandchildren Angela, John, Samara, Tyrone (Kris), Enrica (Josh), Lisa, Michael, Marvin Jr, Violet, Josh, Caitlyn, Darius Wilson.
MEETING SPACE RENTAL AVAILABLE NOW 2 Rooms available (boardroom and large Great Room) Tseshaht First Nation Administration Building 5091 Tsuma-as Drive, Port Alberni, BC. For more information please contact: Christine Hintz at 250-724-1225 or email chintz@tseshaht.com.
Northern Region Games
June 29 to July 2 Kyuquot We look forward to welcoming the people from Ehattesaht, Mowachaht/Muchalaht, and Nuchatlaht and other visitors to beautiful Kyuquot for friendly, fun, competition. Sports events need dedicated people to make this event possible, and I welcome anyone in your community to volunteer for this event. Once we have the volunteers, we can have a conference call or perhaps even a meeting to get this started. Lana Jules has been hired as the coordinator for the games. The previous games held here were extremely successful, and with your help, it will happen again! Please contact Lana at 250.332.5333 / 332.5259, or email her at: lajules71@hotmail.com. I encourage your community to form a group - perhaps a band representative to oversee the organization for your participation in this occasion. See you all then! 20th Annual Pelkey Memorial Mixed SLO -PITCH Tournament
Aug. 10 to 12
Echo Fields, Port Alberni BC For information: Rachael Pelky-Jim / Doreen Pelkey at 250-652-6511 or Eric Pelkey at 250480-8526
DIABETES EDUCATION CENTRE West Coast General Hospital Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays 8 AM – 2 PM 250 724-8824
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Services Offered CEDAR WEAVER/TEACHER: Earrings for regalia, elders, etc. available to teach at workshops, conferences, schools, etc. (Material incl). Hats baskets, headbands. Phone to order or can barter for what have you (fish). 250591-8199 DELIVERY SERVICE: Serving coastal First Nations point A to point B delivery service from Port Alberni with delivery van. Call Charles at 250-723-3555 or email kaanowish@shaw.ca. CUSTOM ART FRAMING SERVICES: Four Directions Photo and Framing. Call Jim at 250-723-7578. T.S.G. TRUCKING SERVICE: Moving And Hauling, Reasonable Rates. Tom Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, B.C. Phone: (250) 724-3975. MEETING FACILITATOR / NEGOTIATOR: Are you tired of meetings going all night long, never finishing the agenda, going around in circles? 20 years experience and proven track record. Keep your meetings on track. Call Richard Watts, Weelth-tsah @ (250) 724-2603 or (cel) 731-5795. Available any time. ODD JOBS WANTED: A homeless woman (NCN) looking for any odd jobs, willing to do anything. Please call 250720-9800. CEDAR WEAVER: Baseball caps, bridal floral bouquets, for sale. Traditional hats, headdresses bracelets for trade. email whupelth_weaver@shaw.ca; to Ceder Weaves; baseball caps, bridal floral bouquets, for sale. Traditional hats, headdresses, traditional bracelets for trade. email: sandrahsam@live.ca.
Artists CEDAR WEAVER: Baseball caps, bridal floral bouquets, for sale. Traditional hats, headdresses, bracelets for trade. Email: sandrahsam@live.ca. AUTHENTIC BASKET WEAVING GRASS: picked and processed by Linda Edgar of Nitinaht, 3 corner, sharp and swamp grass and cedar bark. Please call 741-4192 in Nanaimo. FOR SALE: Elk hyde drums made to order. Great graduation gift. Available immediately: an 18” 2-16” and 14” Please call Earl 250-723-8369 or 250-730-1916
4563 Dogwood, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y3Z8 (250) 724-6831
All About Art Seeking Native Arts and Craft. Traditional & non-Traditional Contact allaboutart11@gmail.com FIRST NATION WILDCRAFTERS specializing in cultural resources and other value added forest products and services
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For Purchase FOR SALE: “George Watts – Creating Greatness” books: $20 each. All sales proceeds go to George Watts Scholarship Fund. Call Caledonia at NEDC: 250-724-3131 FOR SALE: 40’ Breckenridge trailer. 1 br, 1 bath, kitchen/living room, electic fridge, propane stove, micro oven. Good condition, 5 years old. $30,000 obo. Good for single person or couple. Located at Esowista, can be moved. Call 250-2662243 for more inforamtion or viewing. CREATOR’S OWN SEAL OIL your source of OMEGA 3. Both Omega 3 and Omega 6 are essential fatty acids (EFA’s) (the good fats). Available from Faith and Richard Watts @ (250) 724-2603 (cel) 731-5795. FOR SALE: House at 399 Esowista. In quiet location with ocean and forest views. Includes bed and breakfast business with 10 rooms and self contained apartment. $275,000. (250) 725-3482. FOR SALE: Hesquiaht Place of Learning has some new tables a chairs available for sale. Shipping charges will apply. Call 250-670-1191 Crystal Tom Principal. FOR SALE: Full size canopy. Green and in good condition. $500. Please call 250725-2463
700 A Pacific Rim Hwy Port Alberni, BC ph: 250.720.8907 fx: 250.720.8981 firstnationswildcrafters1@shaw.ca
FOR SALE: 1996, 20 passenger Ford Bus, turbo, diesel, automatic transmission, locking and self-contained luggage area, cruise control, etc. 230,000 miles, new transmission, radiator, brakes, water pump, etc. Great for driving elders around, sports teams, etc. Book value $20,000 but asking price is $15,000 or best offer. Contact Richard Watts 250-724-2603 or cell 250-731-5795
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shopping baskets, whalers hats, skirts, capes & more. Classes availible
Native Basket Weaving Grass and Cedar Bark Easter baskets, etc. Please pre-order
Kathy Edgar (250) 745-3844
Volunteer TSAWAAYUUS ELDERS: Are requesting volunteers to come and share your time with us. Singing and drumming, dancing, storytelling, crafts of any kind. players. Come and share some special times with us. Please call Judy at 724-5655 or email jpeterson@rainbowgardens.bc.ca
House of Win-Chee Aboriginal Fashion Denise Williams, Designer Victoria, B.C. Phone: (250) 382-7379 Email: winchee@pacificcoast.net
FOR SALE: 150 HP Yamaha 2 stroke outboard motor with 720 hours. Runs excellent. Complete with controls and gauges. $5000. Also custom built powder coated pod that had been mounted on an 18 and ½ foot Double Eagle. Good Condition. $1000 Contact: 250 670 1131 or 250 730 2231 FOR SALE: Custom made nets (250) 923-9864. FOR SALE: High end 16’ double eagle boat, with 85hp merc, johnson kicker, 18’ trailor and lots more. $3900. Contact Bill Moore at 250-723-8249. FOR SALE: 16 ft. double eagle on trailor, 115 hp Johnson motor and a 4 hp Johnson motor. $1500 obo. For more info call 7243049
REPREZENT DESIGNS: First Nations Graphics. Specializing in Native Vinyl Decals. (Custom Made/All Sizes). All types of Native Graphics. Celeste Howard. Email for quotes and prices. reprezent.designs@gmail.com
Accommodations FOR RENT: A non-profit organization has rooms to rent, by the day, week or month. Very reasonable rates for Room and Board. Also, there is a Boardroom available for rent. Phone 723-6511. NITINAHT LAKE MOTEL: Open year round! Coastal rainforest and world-class recreation at your doorstep! For reservations and other information call 250-7453844. FOR SALE OR RENT: Great commercial opportunity. Great location by Tseshaht Market on Pacific Rim Highway. Also ideal for office, etc. Asking $80,000 or rent for $1,000 a month. Call Richard Watts, 250-724-2603 or 250-731-5795.
BEAR WATTSH INN 5201 Hector Road, Port Alberni, B.C. (250)724-2603 or cel 731-5795. One Bedroom rooms available, own shower and toilet facilities. Nuu-chah-nulth rate available. www.bearwattshinn.com
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Daniel Blackstone Community Development & Mental Health: • Presentations • Workshops • Meetings, Formal or Informal • Cultural Awareness 250 591 6552 or blackstoned@shaw.ca
Wanted WANTED: whale teeth, whalebones, mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt trade beads. Lv. msg. For Steve and Elsie th John at 604-833-3645 or c/o #141-720 6 St, New Westminster BC V3L3C5. HELP WANTED: Need work experience? The Port Alberni Friendship Center is seeking interested applicants for Volunteer positions including: Reception and Youth Workers. We are seeking individuals that are reliable, committed, flexible and of good character. Hours per week may vary. If you are interested, please contact Jeff at 723-8281 to pick up a Volunteer Application Form. EMPLOYMENT WANTED: Heavy Equipment Operator looking for work. Call Frank August at 250-735-3485.
Lost and Found LOST: A drum contained in a blue drum bag with a Killer Whale design on the bag. It was left under the elders’ canopy at Bob Daly Stadium during Tluu-piich Games. Contact Cliff Atleo at 250-724-5757. LOST: Evan's drum,last had on April 2, 2011 (Maa nulth Treaty Celebration) It has his name & phone number inside, would mean alot to us to have it returned. Was a a very special gift from his grandfather. Melody & Evan 250 266 2507 or melodycharlie@me.com.
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