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Indian people in Saskatchewan, please include your Band and Treaty Number. am Please send it to: Name: Address: TreatyNo.: __ _ �� JThe Saskatchewan· DIRECTOR of 'MltMlM'M"lttwINDIRN Sticks and Stones can break your bones, but words COMMUNICATIONS Doug Cuthand 764·3411 kill you. can EDITOR The monthly publication of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians 1114 Central Doug Cuthand 764.34t'1 Avenue, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan SPORTS EDITOR Second Class Mall Registration Number 2795 Return Postage Guaranteed Archie King 445·6126 • Inside LEITERS NEWS EDUCATION CHILDREN LmRARY REPORTERS Lyla Lavallee FOe Hills Pages 4 6 Pages 7 ·17 • .' Richard Martell Meadow Lake District _., • , ART Page 42 Page 43 44 Pages 45·46 Page 47 Pages 48 58 236·5654 • ' 4·H FARM TALK SPORTS ' • 525.9842' Pages 18·35 Pages 36 41 .' Ft. Qu'Appelle District Lloyd Brass Y orkton District • 542·3104 For as long Louise Cuthand Saskatoon District 764·3411 as the Sun shines, the Rivers flow, Florence Poorman Prince Albert District 764·3411 and the Grass grows., Archie King Battleford District 445·6126 MOCCASIN TELEGRAPH Larry Christie Radio Producer 764·3411 Schools out and time to practise for the Saskatchewan Indian Summer Games. Dale Bums Technician 764·3411 This paper is the official voice of the Federation of Saskatche­ Indians. It is intended to effective vehicle for Indian opinion in this pro­ vince. Signed articles and opln­ ions are the opinions of the individuals concerned and not necessarlly those of the Federa­ tion. wan serve as an This month's cover is done trator for the Curriculum by DENNIS MORRISON. Dennis is an Illus­ Department at the Saskatchewan Indian Cultural College. He is best known for his cartoons such as appears on our pow-wow ad. cover is one of his better work and illustrates the potential of this young artist. This month's ISSN 0048·9204 � The Saskatchewan Indlan ) June 1976 Page 3 �LETTERS When we get a little more organiz­ will write again and let you know of our progress. We display all on our Elders ed, Dear Editor: I would like to express my thanks and appreciation to the elders who participated in the cultural camp on . cultural I my is part of their job Dear Editor: First things first. Congratulations to you and the staff of "The Sask­ atchewan Indian" for the recent Unity Media Award. It says more for the quality of The Saskatchewan In­ dian than a mere letter from me. All I can say, Doug, is that your publica­ Secretary- Treasurer, as Metis Association, Local #51, Box 244, . people. myself brought up with own people and it is exciting for ,. resource was Comments newspapers counters so' that our members may view them at any time when they come to the office. Thank you very kindly. Mabel R. Bourne, Poundmaker Reserve. I'm sure at times these elders must get very tired of the hard work and travelling which Yukon we not Hay River, N.W.1;'., tion is XOE ORO. the formats to learn the customs and culture of the Indian people. The words of some on very my good roadsigns to help me way. Though you as elders may not often get thanked for your unnoticed . efforts, I'm given pride sure ther¢ myself who are many you have encouragement and a new in being an Indian hi being a people like - person! Thanks. Sharron Hildebrand, Mistawasis. Summer Course 1. Dear Editor: We, the Metis '. of Hay River, are very interested in your paper, Many of us originate from Saskatchewan. Would you be kind enough to send us some copies of people 2. your paper, so that any interested persons may read or subscribe to it. >IV e just opened our office on Monday the 14th of June. We have much work ahead of us. - Residence for the Yorkton, Touch­ wood, File Hills, Ft. Qu' Appelle Dis­ trict; July 26 August 6: Poundmaker Reserve for the North Battleford Meadow Lake Districts. This course will be given in a traditional cultural (maga­ comprehensive - - ing .. 4. the editorial staff is Indian. I trust that you will continue the good work and maintain a steady camp - - growth. I 'look forward to 'receiving your publication each month. Yours truly, " .. ' Allen Jacob, Executive Director, Ye-Sa-To Communications Society, Whitehorse" N: W. T�. '. YIA 3SS The , and size - - Page 4 cover coverage of Sask­ atchewan Indian news, events, profiles and political activities 3. honesty; this means more than people realize. In too many native publications the news articles are either plagiarized reprints or else they are biased. Too many staff writers on Indian publications be­ come self-righteous and indig­ nant, if they do not agree with an event or person; they lash out and their rhetoric becomes venomous and boring. Or if they write about subjects closer to their own territory and liking, they become "nicey nicey", and their writing takes on a rosy tinge Just as bor­ province. 27: Prince Albert Saskatoon Districts: A definite loca­ tion has not yet been selected. Letters will be sent to the Coun­ sellors. This course will also be given in a cultural camp setting. Thank you. Gene Chovin, Instructor. attractive . The dates and locations are: 16: Marieval Student July 5 setting; August 16 and zine format) - Metis Friends covers reasons: own communities. The class has 'been made up of suggestions and ideas given by Guidance Counsellors the The are ion, ranks at the top of the Indian publications list, for the following Dear Editor: The Saskatchewan Indian Guid­ ance Counsellors will be offering a summer course at various localities throughout the province t his sum­ mer. The course, Counselling Phil­ osophies and Techniques I, is design­ ed to provide the Indian Guidance Counsellors with a practical app­ roach to counselling which will increase their effectiveness in their throughout inspiration. always attractive, but most importantly, I find that the content is worthy of the honour. bes­ towed it by the Unity Awards. "The Saskatchewan Indian", in my opin­ me wisdom taught by the elders at the camp which were passed down to 'them from generations previous, can apply, I think very well to life today. It was a good opportunity for me to look at myself as a person and re­ evaluate the way I am living and appreciate how much I have yet to live. The elders, through their talks, helped me to think more about the path I am walking in life and gave an Saskatchewan'IncUan .Jane 1976 �DITORIAL • I './ The graveyards on Indian reserves contain an alarming number of small graves. Young children and babies who had the odds stacked aqalnst them and didn't have much of a chance. There is also end . an overly large number of young men and women who met an early freezing" all related to .alcohol. Take away these two groups and Indian people actually have a lower death rate through violence, car accidents or in better physical shape than the white society. Our alcohol problem is a complex one rooted deeply in the social and economic situation we find ourselves in. There is no easy answer. On the other hand, the deaths of young children, because of poor housing and- sanitation has an obvious solution. and are \ Improve the, housing and water and sewer conditions. It's that simple.' The young children, and babies were victims of the environment. Poor housing, contaminated water and a general lack of sanitation take a frightful toll of our children. Figures for respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and pneumonia are ten times \ . the national average. The same holds true for intestional disorders such as diarrhea. Respiratory diseases are generally caused by poor housiog. Too many people in too small a house built within the meagre Indian Affairs housing allotment spells disaster for young children and babies. The same holds true for a contaminated water supply. While adults may grow accustomed to it and fail to notice it, little babies suffer the ravages of stomach dlsease -and diarrhea. \ The answer to these problems is not as hard as the problem appears. Decent housing and sanitation are not the impossible dream. Of course decent housing and sanitation cost money, 'but can you place a dollar value on the life of a young child? It's impossible to try. Indian Affairs appear to be afraid to launch an all out attack on the problem. They' argue costs and_ fail to recognize health as a treaty r.ight. So white politicians and bureauocrats try to keep down spending and discuss legal problems of mortgages on Indiah land. Our 'reserves will continue to deteriorate with inadequate 'housing, little or no sanitation. At the turn of the century before the whlte cornmunltles got proper water and sewersystems. their health standards were. as low as present day reserves. Once they improved their situation infant mortality and diseases related to poor water, such as skin disease declined considerably.' This month. Canada hosted Habitat, the International Conference, on Human Settlements. Prime Minister Trudeau called for a conspiracy of love to meet thE}.. challenge. The Canadian' delegation presented Canada as a country without needs and supported a UN resolution calling for clean water by 1990. Talk is cheap at International conferences. What we need instead is a better way of ife on our Indian communities. ' \ , " , ' ' ' , . . ' ('. The Saskatchewan Indlan June 1976 PageS �LETTERS . - Tuition for Rejected peoples Dear Editor: I have here in my hands a rejection slip of paper for educational assist­ and tuitional fees for ance session at the toon from the summer University in Department of Saska­ Indian Affairs in Meadow Lake. In it, it states that my application for assistance has been unapproved due to my past performances. I have attended two intersession classes and two session classes which I very well and I believe that, in playing fair, Mr. M. Tris­ chuk, Dist. Supt./ Education, Mea­ dow Lake, will not take those in con­ sideration. For further proof, my records are in the ITEP file, care 'of Mr. Cecil King. A bit of petty differences between Mr. Triskchuk and I has resulted in a talling of my education. have summer passed Through high school, acting as my guidance counsellor, Mr. Triskchuk encour­ aged me to further my education, .... which I did. I have yet 12 half­ classes to complete before I attain a standard A certificate. On, my class C salary, that is too great a cost for me, for my wife and child. I believe that somewhere along the line, Mr. Trischuk is contradicting himself by doing this. I, as an Indian, under the Indian Act and its status, am entitled to my right to be ab e to get educational assistance to further my professional career. excellent facility to do research in and had everything I needed. You might be interested to know that I recited a couple of poems written by Saskatchewan residents and which were printed in several of your magazines. The class to which I gave my oral report enjoyed them immen­ sely, - peoples. We especially enjoyed the postage meter print out on the envelope sent Marius Paul After slogan Ile a la a search Crosse, Sask. Sincerely yours, Marius Paul. a dictionary, the used as a title and pre­ lude to the oral report, and definitely set the mood and atmosphere for the presentation, as well as giving us somelthing to consider in 0 u r thought about the Indian in society and what part the white man , must play in understanding the Indian. Keep up the good work! Stephen Parr 315 Sammon Ave. "Autochthonously" from the as Land, Any of known inhabitants of Autochthon is the word. a . Joseph Thunderchild, Sask. Roaches place. Hackles root Dear Editor: Several months your paper ago. requesting I wrote to information about Indian and Eskimo authors, to which I received .. ' prompt reply and helpful direction fro m Heather Grimson. I just want to thank you Page 6 Bustles Dear Editor: , I reading your com­ mentaries on education for so long. I am a Guidance 'Counsellor and live on the - writing this letter to get Howard Walker or Dan Com­ manda at the above address, we would appreciate it very much. If you could in contact with .me, Thunderchild Reserve. I work Joint Schools: Livelong and Turtleford. The Native students that go to these schools are happy and enjoy going to these schools. They have gym classes and a few of them are on the Turtleford School teams, such as volleyball and basketball. How I know that Native students are happy and enjoy school is I go along with them when they have games with am infor­ mation on who or where I can get in touch with, to get roaches for a pow-wow outfit and also turkey pointers and hackles to make bus­ tles. If you could get in contact with Pro Joint School at two Autochthonously Nancy Jimmy, n e s Springing or and Thunderchild Reserve, the earliest noun . happened. Toronto, Ontario EDITOR'S NOTE: Webster's Dictionary def i attend­ us that if her children went to Turtleford School she was told that she should apply for Social Assistance. She was told this a year ago by one of the Thunderchild Band Council members. An F. S. I. worker also told us that if our children went to the Joint School at Turtleford, we would have to move off the reserve and pay for the education of our children. I guess we are luckey that this has not . in more ing joint schools. One lady even told was Dear Editor: I have been School say so, there would be from the Saskatchewan Indian Cul­ tural College which read "Think Autochthonously" they The reason I am writing this is that so much is said about reserve schools, but nobody stops to take a look at joint schools where native children attend. If the parents show­ ed some interest in the education of their children and were not afraid to did as Hospital enjoy doing this. my profession. Keep encouraging the children and adults to write there's a wealth of culture contained in Canada's N a: t i v e Has anyone any suggestions as to help 'me solve this dilemma that I am in? If so, please contact me: Rossignol other schools within the Turtleford School Unit. There are a few more who want to go to the Turtleford Joint School, but the Band Council have made sure that these children do not go to the Turtleford School. Some of the girls do candy striping at the Turtleford and helping me in my report. The lib­ rary of the Canadian Association in support of the Native was an get Howard Walker or Dan Commanda at the following address, we would appreciate it very much. me, o In Native unity, Howard Walker & Dan Commanda Indian Eskimo Friendship Centre, 70A Larch Street, SUDBURY, Ontario' P3E IB9 - The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 ' �NEWS College University Federated - I In the boldest and most historic move These formalities out of the way, Saskatchewan's Indians will have the since the Saskatchewan Indian College started teaching university classes in Regina, the Uni­ versity of Regina Senate approved Cultural opportunity to prove in a unique way what native people have been saying: "The native people themselves hold the key to solutions about Saskatche­ wan's native problems.'" the Federation of the Saskatchewan Indian Cultural College with the university this month. Although scattered Indian studies al exist elsewhere, the new fed­ college will be the first in the the Federation of Saskatchewan In­ courses erated dians. developed and operated by In dian people. ) Fully 15 per cent of Saskatche­ wan's people are Indian and Metis. That only 125 of the province's 43,000 Treaty Indians and only 46 of the province's 75,000 Metis were last world .. University that the , was a The for about a FSI Chief Dave Ahenakew address­ ing the Convocating Class. been , year. Historically, never University of Proposal entertained this Regina has lives in Sask­ approval Barber of Saskatchewan Indians has negot­ iated for fully 10 years with the Uni­ versity of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon Campus, for a similiar arrangement without result. principle, of atchewan's education system. awaits The Federated College of other university bodies. Lloyd College Proposal that was native-initiated and native inspired. The Federation versity equality of opportunity President said the Federated year enrolled full time at the Univer­ sity of Saskatchewan and the Uni­ of Regina, gives lie to the argument The Saskatchewan Indian Cultur­ College is the educationa1 arm of colonized people have kiven opportunity to offer their historical and collective wisdom their colonizers. The ignorance about Indian and Metis culture and traditions is rampant among people who settled Saskatchewan in the past to cdiltnijle first time, there will be a focal point where non-natives can learn from our native people about our native heritage. a focal point for meeting of minds in this city that is badly needed. Too often the .lack of There will also be forums for conflict resolutions have bred silent bitterness and misunder­ standing. The college will have an impact in Regina, the province, and the country on relationships between In­ dians and non-Indians. Growth in numbers of Indian professionals will over time, generate new respect for and the independence of Indian people. Above all, the new college lays groundwork for the growth of the University of Regina into an educa­ tional institution that is both and formidable. Convocating Class at Regina. [Left-right] Earl Ermine', Dr. Lloyd Barber Gordon Albert, Lucienne Garr, Dorothy Thomas, Maureen Merasty, The thst . Sidney'Fiddler, - and Linda McCallum. All The Saskatchewan Indian June'1976 are ISWEP students. The college unique deserves full support from the people of Saskatchewan and from the university community. Page 7 �NEWS DRE�, Health And RCMP Discussed With P .A Dist, Chiefs •. Dawson Young from DREE 'ex­ the amount of money avail­ able to the bands for all purpose buildings. He said if a project was started in 1976 and not finished in 1977, it certainly would be an on- plained going project. On Thursday" the FSI Executive and Program Directors tabled their _ reports to the Chiefs. Chief David Ahenakew addressed the Chiefs and brought matters to their attention. He said, "The One Agency Con­ cept has to be agreed upon to protect our Treaty Rights." He also caution­ ed the Chiefs of all the changes made in the Department of Indian Affairs in Ottawa, and stated it's going to be another hot summer in Saskatche­ ,The Prince Albert District Chiefs held a meeting on May 18 at the Marlboro Hotel in Prince Albert. Other Band members from areas such as Meadow Lake Reserve and the staff of the Shellbrook Agency were invited to this meeting. Resource people from the Nor­ thern Employment Committee were there to present a service system that is used in other areas. A film was shown in that respect. There was a general discussion on the hiring of people and the Chiefs stressed that equal opportunities be Band , given to people on the reserves. The Chiefs also recommended jobs be advertised for open competition. As of now there are jobs vacant such as wan. Indian Health staff were also pres­ .Dr. Dimmitroff said the swine flu vaccine will be given to people between the ages of 20 and 60 Management, Counsellors, 'and at the ed Educat ion a 1 Financial Clerk of Indian Affairs. a Department Community planning was explain­ by Sol Sanderson. Band councils to be involved in the planning of their reserves. This informat ion should be in the band offices now. There is an apparent lack of leader­ ship from the Department of Indian Affairs. The second day was taken up by the Department of Regional Econ­ omic and Expansion (DREE). Chief Harold Kingfisher suggested that the Northlands Agreement on-going pro­ gram should be considered in' the agreement, but there is nothing there to specify this. are I ent and years old, starting early Hiring Practices mid­ fall. The Health as as and early Liaison Officer program was extend­ ed in Saskatchewan and approved. The C.H.R.'s training program is going on in Saskatoon and taken by 12 people. The course is sponsored by DREE and the Department of In­ dian Affairs. The R.C.M.P. answered questions and complied to complaints made by some of the Chiefs. They were invited to the areas for Treaty days in the northern reserves. Co-operation was stressed by the Chiefs and better summer Concern Chiefs North BattIeford At a 'recent District Chiefs meeting, numerous band matters were discussed by the N orth Battleford District Chiefs. The District Chiefs consists of 10 Indian leaders who represent nine Indian communities. Chiefs from Littlepine and Luckyman share the - same reserve. relationships urged. McLeod, Co-ordinator for Treaty 6, gave an urgent request . $5,250.00 cultural grant; placing of lAB personnel; setting a permanent from Beardy's Reserve to respond for help from the other reserves. The money has been divided to the two major areas where the celebrations are to take place this summer. The medals for the Chiefs, uniforms and numerous items to be used for this commemoration have been ordered, he stated. selection group to look into hiring College. ' . of district lAB personnel; district den­ tist; and the presentation of the Saskatchewan Indian' Community The transfer of Indian Affairs per­ sonnel did not agree with the Indian Chiefs. Previously, the Indian Aff­ , PageS , On the agenda were such topics of which included the breakdown of the John I airs employee had been also trans-' ferred from two other districts. The problem was resolved by the directive from the regional office in Regina stating the person would be re-transferred in July. Consensus reached at the meeting, regarding the break-down of the cultural monies was to be divided by per capita. A grant total of $200 was donated to the Battlefords annual Indian days. A Band Council Resolution was endorsed by the Indian leaders demanding a dentist with mobile equipment be placed in the North Battleford district. It was learned at the meeting that butchering tactics were being applied on Indian child­ ren regarding tooth extractions on numerous occasions. I The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �NEWS Pasqua Audit Rated Highly Bureaucracy Sanitation Concern "It disturbs of " us to see the Depart­ Northern Saskatchewan (DNS) providing sewer and ater for their employees and white northern residents while we have lived in 'the ment north for and are still d r ink contaminated water," Chief Phil Morin stated at a recent meeting between Medical Health Services and the Prince forced generations to Albert District Chiefs. "The lack of proper water and sanitation is the biggest health prob­ Indian r�serves at the present l�m onand Medical Services is con­ time cerned," Dr. Dimitoff, Director of the Prince Albert Health Zone stat­ ed. "We have of housing only make no areas was per cent. The Chief and Council Brown, the Financial Advisor and Audit Officer, congratulated the came The audit report for the past year highly praised by the Department of Indian Affairs. Mr� T. into office in March of last year and many staff and stated the relationship of the band council with the staff is a problems had to be worked out to put things back into a workable good working relationship. This audit report for this band order. -. problems seem to work themhelp of the staff and the band council, who put out The stood second for this district. There selves out with the their efforts to are six bands in this district that the 70-100 .per cent range, which is classified as a 'good report. recei�ed the best of their ability. New Poorman Council can recommendations to In­ Affairs," di�n Director authority in the and sanitation. We It's audit time again, and this year the report for the Pasqua Band was very highly rated with a mark of 73 Bentley, Regional D�. of Medical Services "added. Al Deutch, Environmental Health Officer, expressed his concern that there was no on-going maintenance or funds pick up Chief provided to hire a person to garbage, etc. Harold Kingfisher from Sturgeon Lake commented on the unwillingness of Medical Services to meet with and co-operate with the bands. "Medical Services is more bureau­ than Indian Affairs," he stated, "It appears that the depart­ ment is busy trying to build an ocratic empire. " The lack of involvement in recruit­ ing and hiring of staff was also men­ Chief Kingfisher recomm­ that all levels of staffing should have Indian involvement tioned. ended including secretaries and clericai staff. "Because of involvement with Indian Affairs staffing, we now have people we can work with," he stated. meeting was called by T�e one-day. Services to inform the "Medical Chiefs of their program and also to get feed-back from the people they our I serve. The Sukatchewan Indlan June 1976 Chief Angus Desj�lais, Thomas Favel, Annie Kay, row, left-right] [F�ontDustyhom, Michael Assoon Wilf Macklskinlc. [Back row, left-right] - Alice - Sr., Joseph Poorman - The Band Council of the Poorman Band recently moved' into the new band office which was completed in late May. This office was constructed during the winter by Ed Worm and crew be­ cause The George �tech�, Percy F. Dusthom, Glenn Worm, the office was too small. new Chief and council for this band took office on May 25, 1976. . Poorman. their first meeting, -i; was that all positions at the office would be advertised and open to everyone. All former. employees would have to apply for the jobs and At decided " everyone would be considered. The selection would be made by the Chief and Band Council around the middle of June. Page 9 �NEWS No 'Quick Solution To Indian Claims Dr. Barber - Solutions to Indian Rights' and Claims problems will .be found no quicker than those to other basic Canadian problems, the President of the University of Regina said rec- various native organizations, but there has been little specific response or follow-up," he said. "There have been scattered court cases on the issues, but they usually appear tech­ nical and obscure and have more often than not, been unproductive." Consequently, he said, the public impression of these claims is "fuzzy" and "indifferent". "With the exception of the occasional jolt because of a demon­ stration, these claims do not have much grip on the imagination of I ently. Lloyd Barber, guest speaker at the Annual Canadian Managing Editors Conference (CMEC) said the issues will demand considerable attention in the future and politicians should expect to be dealing with them for a long time. "It is not likely to be cleaned up any more smartly than the problems of the economy, or the grievances of Quebec or the West or the problems of the Maritimes. It is by definition something that the politicians will never be able to satis­ factorily relegate to - Canadians at the present time," he said. In reference to Treaty Rights, Mr. Barber said Treaty negotiations were often conducted under conditions which resulted in pressure and exploitation of Indian disadvantages. "In some cases, they tended to be almost unilateral government acts, motivated by expediency," he said. "There was misinterpretation and misrepresentation to the extent that in some instances, there was probab­ ly no real agreement." others," said Mr. Barber. He said Rights and Claims issues very much an integral part of the over all politics of Indian Affairs and as such can never be dealt with as are isolated, technical or legal "loose ends to be tied up". "Nor can they be regarded as a separate module in the over-all management of Indian Aff­ airs," he said. "The issues will come forwafd as part of the overall hurly­ burly of Indian Affairs politics and it is in this context that they must -be dealt with." Mr. Barber who detailed the basis for Indian Claims in Canada in his address said there are three major classes of Claims which have limited Little Red River Students Receive Attendance Awards public exposure. Treaty Claims, individual Band Claims and the Claims of Metis and Non-status In­ dians. He said received ginal these claims have not much attention as abori­ rights issues because there has as been organized and' concerted tical pressure on these issues. poli­ "General position papers have been presented to the government by Page 10 [Back row, left right] Chief MUes Venne, Chief Allan Bird, Joe Hunt, Donald Merasty, Azarie Bird, and Richard Halkett. Students not in order. .Perfect Attendance [no days absent] Henry Halkett, Bradley Bear, Brenda Bear, Bonnie 'Bear, Brian Bear; One Day Absent Claudia Halkett, Beverly Bear; Two Days Absent -. Lorraine Ballantyne, Billy Bear; Three Days Absent Frank Merasty, Audrey Ballantyne, Caroline Halkett; Five to Six Days Absent Nancy Charles, Myrtle Ballantyne, Nancy Hunt, Pearl Merasty, Fabian Halkett, James Merasty. - • - - - _ . The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �NEWS " Tapwe • Something to watch for. The James Smith Redmen will be travelling to Lawrence, Kansas, the end of August for the 42-team national Indian fastball tournament. Last year they went to Yakima, Washington, and finished in the semi-finals. Last year Malcolm Constant was named All Star Who- says there is no planned and deliberate attempt to phase out Indian rights and treaties? This month, Solomon Mosquito sent some notes of past meet­ ings with the Department of Indian Affairs. In 1963, the following statement was made by R. F. Battle, Director of the Indian Affairs Branch: Pitcher. .. If you would like to support this team with money rather than well wishers, send a donation in care of the team manager at Cuthand By Doug At a Federal-Provincial Conference held Novem­ in ber of 1963, it was agreed that if Indians are to be assoc­ iated more closely with the lives of other Canadians in the provinces in which they live, Correlation of Federal and Kinistino, Sask Provincial policies and responsibilities for health, wel­ fare, education, community development and other services is essential." Do as I say, not as I do - accommodations at the Prince Albert Student Residence from $25.00 to $116.25 for single people and from $45.00 to $116.25 for married workers. That amounts to a 365 per cent increase for single workers and 132.5 per cent for married workers. I{s still cheap rent you say? Not really, workers who live at the student residence are on call 24 hours a day, accommodations consist of a living room, a couple of bedrooms and a bathroom. ;I'he rest is shared with the students. In the past a low rental fee was charged to compensate for the inconvenience, now it looks like the workers concern By correlation, he means phasing out of any special rights for Indians by turning them over to other agencies such as DREE, Manpower, etc. The Federal Government is not living up to their eight per cent price and wage controls. A' recent ruling increases child care rental for the children will cost them money. . • 'In Calgary in 1936, a local newspaper carried following story: "Full citizenship rights for Indians, abandonment of the closed by officials and work among the reserve system is forecasted organizations directly red the and concerned with man. The transitions will require a long time, but the trend is now fairly definite, said Mr. Christianson, Dept. of Indian Affairs, Inspector for Alberta and the North West Territories, "Gradual lessening of regulations and breaking down of geographical barriers has been the object of the Dept. of Indian Affairs and slowly but surely, education is bearing fruit." , Constant pressure to terminate and cease to exist as separate nation of people has been applied to Indian people. There is no doubt In the minds of our leaders a that the times Planning but there are to travel this summer? It's not reduced fares for Indians on CPR. If you want to go from Victoria to advertised, the CNR and Courtney may have changed but the attitude hasn't I •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1 on Vancouver Island, you pay only one-half fare. On the CPR from points west of Biscontasing, Ontario (where­ ever that is) you pay roughly two-thirds of the regular fare. o the CNR, it is roughly two-thirds of the regular fare, but includes coach only. Children under five are free, from 5 12 years, they pay one-half fare, and from 12 and over, they are considered adult. All you have to do is show your treaty card and all aboard! - The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 Page 11 �NEWS lAB Fails Unfullfilled Land Urban Ne'gotiations Started Indians The Department of Indian Affairs has failed to live up to their commit­ ments and is sloughing off its res­ ponsibility for urban Indians in Saskatchewan. FSI Chief Dave Ahenakew said the department has failed to match a provincial grant for urban commun­ ity development and in doing so has "drastically violated" an agreement made last year. The provincial government has offered $179,OOP toward a to "This meeting represents the first day of negotiations for land between Saskatchewan Indians and the Gov­ ernment," Executive member, Noel Starblanket, told representat i v e s from 26 Bands recently. native problems are severe, the Minister said. The Federal Department of Indian Affairs originally asked the to vince is services in urban centres where SO-SO, but when the Resources Developm e n t Federal agency back down, and is now prepared to commit only $SO,OOO. The Federation _of Saskatchewan Indians proposes to become involved in Regina, Saskatoon, North Battle­ Development Agency, said the fund­ ing is available to the Federation of responsibility, but the pro­ offering the funds to initiate province costs Agency agreed, the dians in Saskatchewan cities. Gordon MacMurchy, Minister in charge of the Human Resources ernment split Human of In­ Saskatchewan Indians prov ide d Ottawa agrees to match it dollar for dollar. Indian Affairs is a Federal Gov­ , r program begin tackling the problems The meeting was called to bring together members from the Sask­ ford, Prince Albert, and Yorkton. Mr. , said he is willing' �acMurchy F.S.I. Chief David to accompany Ahenakew to Ottawa to meet' Indian Affairs Minister Judd Buchanan, if this is necessary to work out an agreement. , atchewan Indians bands who have unfulfilled land entitlement. Of the 26, eleven have several official approval for more land by Indian Affairs. The question now is, how much? Three formulas were discussed, one from Indian Affairs, one from 'the Federation of Saskatchewan In­ dians (FSI) and another from the , province. The one from Indian Aff­ airs was rejected. AI Gros from Indian Affairs phoned Ottawa during the meeting to get further information from the department. He informed the assem­ bly that the department was prepar­ ed to accept a new formula provided it was better than the previous one. The provincial formula was based on the FSI formula and will shortly be brought before the provincial C,abinet. All th� formulas '. are very complic­ ated, but the FSI's is based acres Montreal Lake 'Band Council ,. multiplied by on 128 the current pop­ ulation. The assembled Chiefs gave their support to the F.S.1. formula and set up a negotiating team. The team will consist of a member from the F.S.I. Executive; the Band Chief concern­ ed; a representative from Indian Affairs, the Indian Claims Commiss­ ioner, and the provincial govern­ ment. "It is important that the Indian Affairs Branch, our Trustee be involved," Chief Ahenakew stated. "The Treaties were negotiated between the Queen' and the Chiefs, now we are lower than municipalit­ ies. They want us to set up corpora­ tions or companies rather than retain our traditional form of government. "The former situation was that we would negotiate with the province in the absence of our trustee," Chief Ahenakew stated. Chief Paul Hogarh from the Lac La Hache Band stated, "Our land is - - [Left to Right, Top Row]: Jim D. Bird, Nick Bird, Sam Bird, Donhy M. Bird, [Little Red], Roy Bird, Ernie Stewart [Little Red]. [Second Row, L-R]: Stephen Ross, Henry Naytawhow, Edward Henderson, Chief Allan Azarie Bird Bird, GObert Navtawhow. Page 12 our life, else we we must have will be on good land or welfare forever." The-Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �NEWS Stephen Poundmaker Band Ross Citizen Office Opened Of The Year The Montreal Lake band hall was the scene of combined events on May 21 with the presentation of the Citizen of the Year award and an annual talent show. Attendance for the occasion about 100 people, and supper by the ladies of the served was was commun­ ity. Announcement of -the Citizen of the Year award was made by Chief Allan Bird. The man who worked endless hours and made so many contributions to the band for the was Mr. Stephen Ross. In, making the presentation, Chief past years Bird stated: "This award is for the reasons. He has been in­ volved in administrations for the past' five years, always working hard. He was the first Welfare Administrator and then became the Band Manager. Today he is spear-heading the Econ­ following omic Development Project on Mon­ treal Lake Reserve. We can expect great things to come. Being the chairman of the Recreation Com­ mittee and very out-spoken is what makes this man stand out as a lead­ Various people who attended the band omce opening. School choir under the direction of Miss Gwen Watson. Master of Ceremonies, Lawrence er." introduced special guests which included Keith Gavigan, rep­ resenting regional office of the Department of Indian Affairs; Miro thanked Recognition given by Mrs. Favel cutting a string of rawhide to officially open the new band office on Poundmaker Indian Kioasnica, Poundmaker - An ultra-modern band office was recently officially opened by Mrs. Alma Favel, a direct principal, descendant of Chief Pound maker Weenie, . was ed reserve, situat­ about SO miles west of North Battleford. Chief Henry Favel and Council­ man John B. Tootoosis held the raw­ hide for the cutting new structure reserve. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was opened by the Pehtokohanopewin The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 elder; and Wilbert Wettlau­ fer, mayor of Cutknife. reserve ceremony. houses the administration offices and a band council chambers. It was built by a 'crew under the direction of Mr. Kasokeo, a band member of the The MLA-Cutknife constit­ Dr. Bentley, Medical Ser­ vices; Alex Pinter, district manager, Indian Affairs; Alec Kennedy, FSI Executive member; Adam Tootoosis, uency; A delicious lunch was served by the community's Why Not ladies group. The day's activities concluded with the 1976 annual treaty payments of five dollars to each person. In Mr. accepting Ross was the left the with presented guests. a gift also. She works for the band as a secretary, plus finds time in the committee the Mrs. Ross . lovely plaque, speechless and and was Brownie organization. The talent show, with its many participants, then followed. The winners were: First for singing Miss Agnes Bird; Second prize for instru­ mental music Nick Bird; and third prize went to Miss Margaret Ross for - - singing. The judges for this show were Henry Naytawhow, Dorothy Kay Bird, Ernie Stewart, and E. Hender­ son. The evening concluded with a dance. Page 13 �NEWS Students Return Home It was a tearful reunion at Stur­ geon Lake when the parents and students met after a three-week trip to Ottawa. Lunch was prepared and the students were seated soon after their arrival. Chief Harold Kingfisher congrat­ ulated the students for their success­ \ ful trip and wished them well on their next year of studies. Narcisse Daniels, Chairman of the School Committee, thanked the parents for their support. "This trip could not have been possible without your support," he told the parents. The Vice- Principal Dave Goforth and his wife; one of the teachers, Miss Jane Alexander; and super­ visors, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Ermine and Mr. and Mrs. Garry Daniels, all travelled with the students. Gary Daniels is also the bus driver. The Department of Indian Affairs paid for the transportation. Dona­ tions from individual band members, showing of films, and the sale of confection aries are the money-rais­ ing projects that were carried out to cover some of the expenses. Sturgeon Lake students made a similar trip last year, but it was to British Columbia. Now they have a better idea of what to expect. \ En route to Ottawa, they visited the Provincial Parks. Arriving in Ottawa on Sunday, June 13, they toured the Parliament Buildings on Monday. A tour of the Canadian Mint and various museums were planned also. While in Ottawa, they stayed at the youth hostel. The trip is called S.L.O.T.T.S. chosen by the students and it means Sturgeon Lake's Trip for Treaty Six. The planning and designing of the journey was implemented by Vice­ Principal Dave Goforth. Sturgeon Lake people should be commended for the community goals and objectives they carry out. With the high school students away, the little ones went on tours also. The grades 4 and S· (about 30 - Page 14 .. Students returning after three-week trip to Ottawa. students) went to Saskatoon to visit a and the Saskatchewan In­ dian Cultural College. museum Grades 1 to 4 planned a beautiful Waskesiu Park for day excursion. trip a to one­ ' Flying Dust Treaty Day The Treaty tion Flying Day area. Dust Reserve held their on June 4 at the recrea- , Things got underway with the people attending being treated to a very large and juicy steak .that was cooked up by Chief Frank Merasty, Leon Matchee, and Percy Durocher. After .everyone was full and satis­ fied, a ball game was played with two women as captains. Young and old pitched in and two teams were formed that played a very close game but as always, one team came out victorious. The game was enjoyed by everyone who was watching and who also got a lot of laughs. - The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �NEWS Every Thursday evening at the Community Service Centre, the Kamsack Ladies' Kamsack native women hold classes on the Art of Indian Leather Crafts. Ever since the coming of foreign­ ers and the 'placing Of Indian people in reserves, a lot of the Indian culture became lost to the European way of life. Gradually but surely, Indian arts such as leather clothing, beadwork, and many other highly skilled hand i-crafts gave way to the more convenient and easier way of living brought on by the Europeans. Realizing this, the Karns a c k Urban Native Womendecided to do something about it. Since last fall, they held several meetings and then formed into an organization consist­ ing of 13 women, Virginia Musqua Revive Indian Arts And Crafts . became President; Annabel Musqua, Vice-President and Elizabeth Steven­ the Secretary-Treasurer. Just recently the women were able to hold a 10-week course on the production of leather clothes and, beadwork. They were able to receive son, a grant through the Federal Govern­ ment were the Secretary of State. They able to purchase materials and - travel allowances classes possible. Instructor Elizabeth Stevenson [right] showing Veronica Cote the proper way to sew a stitch, Indian style. to make these Elizabeth Stevenson' being very highly skilled and knowledgeable became the Instructor in reviving the skills of making leather goods, such as jackets, vests, moccasins, beaded headdresses, etc. Mrs. Stevenson's instruction fees are paid through the Culture and Youth Department of the province. Pifter the classes terminated, the native women are determined to con­ tinue making leather wear and have of In­ approached the dian Affairs for funding for at least six months. As yet there is no answer in this proposal. Sometime during mid-summer, the ladies will be holding a display and a sale on what they have pro­ duced. Out of these proceeds, they will go back to the club and revolve the funds to purchase materials for the making of more goods. The ladies will continue to operate at the Kamsack Community Service Depal)tment KAMSACK INDIAN URBAN WOMEN BUSY SEWING [Left- right] Veroilica Cote, Christine Severight, Doreen Severlght, Florence Cote, Margaret Cote, and Annabelle Musqua. • Centre. • The Saskatchewan Iildlan June 1976 Page 15 �NEWS New N�tive Perspective Hold Pow-Wow Prince Albert There was a one­ day Pow-wow held at the Prince Albert Institution sponsored by the - New Native ,Perspective on June 12. organization This celebration is to coincide with Treaty 6. Cash and trophies given in the competitions that were were held. Dancers and singers from North Friendship Centre, Stur­ geon Lake, Muskoday, and from the New Native Perspective all partici­ pated in the event. It was called a special visiting day for the residence people. This is an annual day of activities for the in­ Battleford stitution as, well. 'There were, about 160 invited guests and Billy Whitebear was Master of Ceremonies. He did an excellent performance. There were 27 dancers in all and the winners were: Best' Dancers , Nolan Daniels, Sturgeon He received a trophy and $15.00; 12 and Under Karri Clyke, Prince Albert. She received $15.00; Best Male Dancer Jeff Munroe. He (boys) - Lake. - [Left-rightJ - Jeff Munro, WOma &;ar, Archie Star, and Joseph Big Sky. - received a trophy and $15.00 for his tremendous dancing. Best drummers group went to North Battleford. They received a plaque and $25.00 which was accept­ ed by Maurice Crier. Best Group Participation was won by the Sturgeon Lake singers. Joe Daniels accepted the trophy. ,Top New Native Perspective dan­ cer was Terry Tait. Judges for the day were Joe La­ fond, Ralph Bear (New Native Per­ spective), and Narcisse Daniels. Most of these dancers are pro­ fessionals, as they participate in different areas of Canada and the United States. Consequently, these judges did riot have an easy job. There was a lovely supper served during the break at 6 o'clock: The event started at 1 o'clock and ended at 8 o'clock in the evening. As Mr. Al Demerais said in an interview "This event makes it a relaxing day for everyone here. It was certainly enjoyed by all." , Page 16 The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �NEWS Summer Pow-wows , Cote: July File Hills: 3 - 5 July 8 11 - r Moose Woods.: July 9 . 11 - • I ·r Whitefish Bay: July Thunderchll,d: July Sioux Vally: July 9 15 23 - 11 - 18 - 25 Crooked Lake:. July 30, 31, & Aug. The S .. katchewan Indian 1 June 1976 Page 17 �EDUCATION 300 Attend Marieva.l School Opening 'Chief Joe WUUams-speaklng on behalf of the White Bear Broadview Chiefs. The gentleman with the white sports coat is Henry Delorme, Marieval School Board Chairman. the Marieval School Board Chairman. Jim Freeman stated, "On behalf of the lAB, I will now turn over the keys to Henry Delorme and the Chiefs of this valley who now in fact own the school." Elderly Chief Joe Williams of Sakimay spoke on behalf of the five Chiefs from Whitebear, Cowessess, Sakimay, Ochopawace, and Saki­ may to offer his congratulations to the hard work that finally payed off in having this dream building stand­ ing before them for the benefit of the educational purposes of their child­ ren's future. He stated, "With these expanded facilities, it will be no doubt be an advantage to our children and may the Lord bless this new building." The ribbon-cutting ceremoni e s that was supposed to have been done by the original school boy Jim Lerat could not be in attendance. Mr. Lerat was supposed to have been the first school boy to have enrolled at orme, Louis Gunn cutting the ribbon to officially open the new Marieval school block. About 300 people gathered around the outside of the beautiful modern wing of the Marieval School to take part in its official grand opening ceremonies. The Crooked Lake Agency Pow-' singers helped in the opening ceremonies by singing the flag song as the Maple Leaf was being slowly raised to commemorate that histori­ cal May 28, 1976. Immediately after the flag raising, Mr. Freeman, who heads the port­ folio on education for the Depart! ment of Indian Affairs, released the keys of the building to Henry Delwow Page 18 - Marieval back in 1898. In place of Mr. -Lerat, another long time student of Marieval, Louis Gunn, was glad to accept the great honour of the leather ribbon-cutting with a hunting knife. Mr. Gunn stated he was only too glad to stand on behalf of Mr. Lerat who rarely misses an occasion of this type. Immediately after the ribbon cutting, all the ,people assembled into the breath-taking beautifully designed gymnasium of the new wing. - 'the Reverend Father N 0 g u e, OMI, a former Residence Adminis­ trator of the Marieval School asked for the Lord's blessing to the build­ ing, the teachers and the children who would De attending this new partition. Mrs. Rose Ewack from White­ who is still a very active member of the Marieval Advisory School Board, stood in for Dick Lerat who was the original chairman bear, The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION [Continued from Last Page] of the School Board, gave moving speech the was a very finally achieving building- of this kind on day that a finally finished. ' All the people witnessed the reflection of relief on the fact of Mrs. Ewack, who spoke with compassion and greatfulness saying that when they first started their first school board back in 1971, they never tliought it was possible to have a dream building like this. Mrs. Ewack is the only member of the original school board left that was formed by Dick Lerat who was the first Board Chairman. The present school board chairman is Henry Del­ orme of Cowesses. The long-time school principal Edward Lang stated that he had waited a long time to have this build­ Students Entertain At MarievaIOpening ing completed. Mr. Lang's impat­ very obvious as he often pitched in with a hammer and saw to help in the construction of the new portion of Marieval. Mr. Lang received v a rio u s ience was acknowledgements and outstanding recognition after working for the Indian people as teacher and prin­ cipal for the past 2S years. He said it was sure a big difference from the time he taught in a one-room school on Cowesses. The 300 people showed their appreciation by giving Mr. Lang a thunderous round of applause and a standing ovation to a great human being. Senator Norris who has been a .for the Indian cause in Ottawa carried a personal message of goodwill in the success of the Marieval School Board from the Prime Minister of Canada, the Hon­ ourable Pierre Elliot Trudeau. The lady Senator from New Brunswick further congratulated the people involved saying that she will do fighter everything in her power to continue support for the Indian people in this nation. She further stated that the Indian people will always have a corner in her heart after exchanging gifts and tokens with various Indian leaders. She also brought a lot of important messages and issues of Indian signifigance from the Parliament buildings of Ottawa. to throw her The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 Joan Delorme, Gaye Sparvler, Lynn [Left-right] Acoose, Florence Little Chief, and on guitar, Gwen Acoose singing an Indian ballad. - "Go my Son, Go and Get an Edu­ cation" was the theme song sung by the Senior Girls who were part of the Marieval School's Program in show­ ing their appreciation to the opening of their newly school wing recently. With Gwen Acoose leading on the guitar along with singers, Florence Littlechief, Lynn Acoose, Gaye Spar­ vier, and Joan Delorme all dressed up like Indian Princesses from a fairy tale story book straight sang a very beautiful ballad about a Chief telling his son to go out and get educated to the whiteman's world. Equally beautiful was the way the girl's voices blended in perfect time to the calypso background. The crowd was stage struck 'as the girls had them eating out of their hands singing a message of going out to the whiteman's world and the futility of the old Indian way of life. These girls were only a part of the concert put up by Mr. Long, the principal of Marieval, his staff and ,students to help celebrate the grand opening of their much needed new and modern facilities. Various skits, plays and songs were put up by the students of Marieval that memorable May 28th of 1976. In any occasion where there is an audience of Indians, a sense of wing , pride seems to swell up whenever an Indian-oriented display is put up by the Indians themselves. This is in reference to the' Marieval Pee-wee Pow-wow. dancers backed up by the the Crooked Lake young singers Agency Pow-wow singers. - Equally impressive was the songs that the young children sang in the Cree language under the direction of the Cree Language Instructor, Mrs. Muriel Lavallee. Marieval Advisory Board Chairman Henry Delorme has only great praise for the great work Mrs. Lavallee had done to revive the Cree language. Mr. Delorme said even some ofthe adults had taken some classes in ing to maintain their try­ own native tongue. [Continued on Next Page] Page 19 �EDUCA1·ION [Continued from Last Page] ./ Victor Spanier of it history of how the giving Cowessess Chief Former School Board of Maneval ed. was form­ Senator Norrie of Ottawa [left] being Cowesses� at Maneval school opening. ::. lntrcduced by Mrs. Lavallee of ==s;(·· <L��1:5;;:;", " ,t. grateful Rose Ewak from White Bear speaking on behalf of the orlglnal Marieval School Board. A very SP4�akinl wan offering at Page 20 on behalf of the Saskatche­ Solomon Sanderson his sincere congratulations the Marieval School opening. The Crooked Lake Pow-wow School opening celebration. Singers helped at Marleval The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �,EDUCATION Board Persistence Pays-Off After knocking their heads A,gainst wall or-what seems to be in vain the stubborn Marieval School Board persistence paid off with the reward of keeping the doors of their beloved school open. In the fall of 1970, Jim Dolan who headed the portfolio on education for the Department of Indian Affairs coldly announced to the leaders of the reserves surrounding Marieval ,that the school will cease to exist. With this shocking announcement, Mr. Dolan had two strikes in his favour: firstly, the building was getting very old and run-down, and secondly, the old stately mansion had only 29 children enrolled to use the facilities for educational pura poses. Mr. Dolan threw in his third pitch to get his final approval from the In­ dian people. The pitch was a fast curve ball over the plate, but the Indian people replied by knocking Mr. Dolan's pitch clean over the fence for a grandslam. It was pride that conquered all. It was the memories and the happy, cries of joy that was once heard within the walls of Marieval that ignited the five reserves into action. The battle cry of the leaders was, "No way, this is the place where I grew up; This is the only school we have left on our reserves; Give us added facilities and we'll fill up the walls of Marieval again." The biggest defence the Advisory Board had going for them was they had the strong support and backing of the Chiefs and Councillors of the _" . Cowesses, Sakim a y, Kahewistahaw and Ochapow ace Bands. The Chiefs were very active sitting on the Advisory Board's many Whitebear, - . meetings. The meetings consisted of sessions with bureauocrats and ministers from the low offices right up to the highest offices of Ottawa. Everything was done in a peaceful and demo­ cratic way. Gradually but surely, the Advisory Board began to clean out the wax of the deaf ears of the department and The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 ��L.· . , . ," ..... Part of the crowd of about 300 watch Marleva} School wing. began making seemed a partment, to the official opening ,of the ' head ways. Thus".w �t foolish dream to' the de­ the board began to mold their beautiful school into reality which, now presently stands in con­ trast besides the stately old Marieval School. At th official opening of the new building attended by various high officials last May 28, 1976, over 300 people were on hand to witness the pride, the emotions and the hap­ piness that was expressed by some of the Advisory School Board members of Marieval. For them it was a time of sweet victory and rewards in abundance after facing terrific odds and coming out a, clear cut winner. As the saying still applies, 'Hard work will eventually payoff'. A bravo and a hurray to the Marieval School Advisory Board. Speaking on behalf of attentively the Sask­ atchewan Chiefs, FSI First Vice-. President Solomon Sanderson gave his sincere congratulations by say­ ing, "Your educational leadership and the examples you are setting has been observed by many people across the province." He said, "It is precisely through efforts like yours that doors will be open and that real Indian Control of Education will be realized." Mr. Sanderson further stated, ,"0 u r leadership in this province has placed education high on the priority list and your achievements today have more than justified and stren­ gthened their position." He further added saying, "Local efforts like yours are the means through which our major goals in education becomes truly meaning­ ful. " Mr. Sanderson, Chief ofthe James Smith Band, spoke from experience as he had been confronted with prob­ lems similiar to the Marieval School Board, when a school was finally built on his reserve after receiving a lot of run-around and passing of the buck from varous departments. Armed with the thought that Mar­ ieval School has enough students within its' surroundings to include Division IV students within its walls, the School Board is starting to pursue, the idea further. Here again it looks like another major victory is in the making for the Marieval School Board. This fall they have managed to get Grade 10 to be added on to the Division I to III Curricul um. The school of Marieval has been in operation since 1898 and it looks like the future of the school will remain open for a few more decades to come ' yet. Page 21 �EDUCATION \ , ,UpgradersHold Banquet ERIC MOISE After four long Muscowequan learning, the Muscowe­ - months of quan upgraders dined and danced their way to the end. . Muskowekwan Upgraden and guests el\ioying A luncheon banquet given by the Band Council at the home of one of the new Councillors Harvey Desjar­ Convocates - lais, was totally enjoyed by all. Chicken with all the trimmings was served. the meal, speeches and presentations were made. A trophy for best attendance donated by Pearl the' banquet. Following " Bellegarde was won by Clarence Windigo who had a perfect attend­ ance. Eric Moise received a trophy for most efficient student. Guests included Dan Ottman from Indian Affairs, Pearl Belle­ garde, Cultural College, along others from Manpower, Metis iety Women's Activity Centre, Sister Mary from St. Joseph's pital. -with Soc­ and Hos­ The M. C. for the occasion was one of the upgraders. The classes were held at the\ M us­ cowequan band hall, with 20 enroll­ ed at the beginning and eight. com­ pleting the course. There were six students that attended from Poor­ man Reserve, but due to car trouble and road contions, they withdrew from classes, This was the first time an upgrad­ ing class was held on this reserve. With the help of the' Chief and Band Council of Muscowequan Reserve and the Department of Indian Aff­ airs. this class was, made possible. Bryce Wolfe, Page 22 , Mrs. Frances Anaquod Regina received here Bachelor of Education degree at the Annual Spring Convoc­ ation at the University of Regina on May 28, 1976. Lloyd Barber was installed Presid­ ent and Vice-Chancellor of the - ceremony: university during This dians Dave recent was this the first time that In­ were represented. by Chief Ahenakew, because of the incorporating atchewan Indian of the Sask­ Cultural College a federated of Regina. college of the University Mrs. Anaquod took a year's leave of absence to complete here studies of this degree. She has. been teaching -at the Piapot Indian Day School for over five years and has 16 years of teaching experience behind her. Frances hails from the Muscowpe­ tung Reserve and is a great asset to thepeople of Pia pot who really enjoy her as a supporter of any event that - as comes up. The Saskatchewan Indian Jun'e 1976 I �EDUCATION Education'W orkshon Held �� Stu:r:-geon Lake School A two-day Education workshop held at Sturgeon Lake in the west-side school on June 7 and 8. The purpose of the meeting was to gain information and to up-date the the enough money for education from the rate of staff turn -over in many reserves,' it is a little more than the Associate teachers bargain for. skills and capabilities of the school committee. Chairman for the meeting was Travelling expenses were discussed Principal's salary came int'o question. Mr. Freeman said, "These have not been approved and are still in the discussion stages." Narcisse Narcisse Daniels. commented Ida McLeod John McL d and e 0 Treaty Rights spoke on Curriculum on Development and the Indian Lan­ guage program. The people had group sessions with these resource people from the Cultural College. Jim Freeman met with the band mem bers explaining his role with the Department of Indian Affairs, and the budget reports to the Director General. The school committee program was the first topic of discussion. Chief Kingfisher expressed his con­ programs started on the res­ suggested the hiring of a Consultation Officer in 'the educa­ tion system to help the school com­ cern on erve. on reserve. Judging . and. the . Daniels spoke on recreation, but Mr. Freeman had no solution for the Recreation Director. Chief Harold Kingfisher stated that he wants the school committee to know the people they will be deal­ ing with in matters concerning edu­ cation. Mr. Freeman admitted that when a band takes over their education system, the Department of Indian Affairs has no follow-up. Wesley Daniels from the school committee was concerned about the . bi-cultural grant and asked if Ianguage was first in priority. Mr. Freeman replied that certain allot­ ment of monies is given to bands and it's up to them if language is the number one priority. In regards to the joint school agreement, the school committee were told that the lAB Minister signed the letter to' Ted Bowerman agreeing with this matter. The building of the new school will be built on schedule and the Depart­ ment of Indian Affairs will supply 40 per cent for the gymnasium. The condition of roads was ques­ tioned and a motion was passed to find funding for gravel.: At the conclusion of this work­ Chief Kingfisher stated that should be provided with more they information from the Department of Indian Affairs and also thanked the people who came to this meeting. s�op, He mittee modernize the system. Mr. Freeman said he agreed there was a proposal for this before, but the funds are used up as the school \ never was Indian Affairs year is ending. Mr. Freeman also said· he agrees with the reserve running the whole education system. School Principal Andy Pete ex­ pressed the concern of the loss the Associate Teachers. At the beginning of the year, there were 10 and there are only four left. now Gary Wouters from the Cultural College replied to this problem, stat­ ing that two teachers with Master degrees be hired and as many Assoc­ iate teachers as needed, thus causing more flexibility in the budget. Teaching on reserves can be an ex­ perience, but there are some unique problems as well. Financing seems to be the main issue, as The Saskatchewan Indian it seems there is June 1976 "Another fal_lacious article on the civil service being over-staffedl" Page 23 �EDUCATION Education A two-day education workshop held at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre on June 9 and 10. The two­ day workshop was attended by the Guidance Counsellors and by some. Chiefs and a number of Indian Aff­ airs staff members. Some of the people attending the workshop were Dave Ahenakew; John McLeod, Director of Educa­ tion; Ida Mcl.eod, Cree Instructor at SICC; Gary Jaeb, Education Con­ sultant for the S.LC.C.; Jake Mike, S.LC.C.; Brian Chudly, S.I.C.c., and Eugene Arcand, Education Liaison for North Battleford, acting as the Chairman. , The workshop opened with a prayer by Jonas Larviere from Canoe Lake. Immediately afterwards, Dave Ahenakew was asked' to open the workshop. In his opening speech, Chief Ahenakew stated that, "It's hard to accomplish what you set out to do because you are either fighting someone or someone is fighting Workshop He�d have control of adult education. Indian people run it and if we fail, we will be the ones to blame, Chief Ahenakew stated, adding that the was Indian , do 6 Celebrations. . than the trustee because we know what to do and we can do it better. He reminded the people that they should fight for their rights and that education was a treaty right. John Mcleod gave a very interest­ ing talk about Ed ucation/Treaty Rights and touched lightly on Treaty people more Other resource people w ere brought in to explain what was taking place regarding education problems. The workshop came to a close with the chairman, Eugene Arcand, get­ ting the last word in He told the people that he was disappointed that the people attending did not get - more involved. "A lot of information was given - not enough involve­ ment," he said. . you." The Chief also that the agenda was premature because pro­ blems must be discussed before we can begin to do something about it. He attacked the system by saying that, "The system is fighting our children and we're fighting the system. This does not encourage the children they get so fed up they just up and quit." He also went on to say that most Indian children are behind in their grades, "For every 14 children that were in grade one only one or two make it to university. The statistics show that 96.5 per cent drop out and 3.5 per cent finish school." "The government in Ottawa is studying ways of interpreting our Indian control instead of doing their jobs," he said. thought - In mentioning the Beauval School, he said to get top notch staff when the Chiefs take control of the school. He told the people attending the workshop that one of the biggest problems facing Indian people today is the Minister himself. Now that we have our own college we say how and what we will teach. and we ",24 do our own staffing. We "I have heard a lot about fire-warning equipment lately. Where can I buy a system for my home 7" ANSWER Fire-warning devices and systems are currently being sold on a door-to-door basis in this province. Beware of scare-tactics and . gimmicks designed to frighten you into buying high priced equipment. And, be sure any door-to-door seller is licensed to sell. Shop around; fire-warning equipment is also sold by many Saskatchewan retailers. THE WISE CONSUMER WILL ALWAYS CHECK: . the product and the price, then shop around. REMEMBER: Make certain that any smoke detector you buy has a label of the Under­ of Canada. This label ensures the equipment has met writers Laboratory the standards of U.L.C. H you want furtJje, infonnation lfI9arding lim-warning equipment, contact: THE SASKATCHEWAN DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS , Regina, Saskatoon, Phone: 373-3433 Phone: 565-5550 Call us collect, or Write: Box 3000, Regina. now The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION Keeseekoose Upgraders Hold, Graduation Banquet Keeseekoose Being the first class of Upgraders on their reserve's history, the students from Keesee­ koose celebrated by holding a ban­ - to commemorate quet a successful school term. The Upgraders of Keeseekoose cooked up a deliciousmenu of roast­ ed turkey which was thoroughly the Chief and Council, friends and relatives of the Keesee­ koose Band. The elderly gentleman, Roy Mus­ qua, who was one of the graduation guest speakers praised the upgraders for the fancy menu that was relished by all the people who turned out. "To have a meal like this," he said, "is one of the great ways we as Indian people were taught to cele­ brate a very high occasion." Mr. Musqua further stated, "I hope you continue to take this direction towards educating yourself and in turn passing your knowledge that enjoyed by can be of value vast for . . . \. FSI Senator School gym. Roy ... .'. ..... .' ... �: .... .-,'.' Milsqua congratulating the UpgraCi;;;"at the St�"Phiiiip"s . your children's future." He also told the upgraders 'to never be ashamed to be an Indian and to never forget the respect we were .taught by our elders." Chief Felix Musqua of the Keesee­ koose Band also addressed the . assembly in praising the upgraders a successful school term. He said he and his council would try to bring for in the Grade 11 and next fall if the 12 upgrading interest is great enough. Chief Musqua gave some very startling facts and views in where the Indian people has fallen on the way­ side lagging far behind the rest of the progressing world. He told the upgraders not to be ashamed of being in, an upgrading class. He said, "We will never stop being ed ucated, there is always someone who things knows than more we He continued about certain do." Chief Felix Musqua of Keeseekoose Keeseekoose Up graders banquet. human Points out the importance ofeJ;�ation being, our learning process. the day that we pass on to stops the next world." This year's class' was geared on . on saying that, The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 "as a towards bringing the student's grade � level to grade 10. To make this ban­ total success, the Keeseekoose quet upgraders spent a lot of time raising a money by functions. holding various social Page2S �EDUCATION Pehtokohanopewin Junior High SchoolAwards Night A total of' Pehtokohanopewin junior high students were hon­ ored recently at the Pehtokohanope­ win Junior High School Awards Achievement N.ght. Geraldine Semaganis, Wi I m a Semaganis, Wands Frank,. Carol Frank, Emmy Noon, Rene Night­ traveller, and Wayne Semaganis, were given encouraging messages during the banquet functions. - seven Three memorial awards were pres­ ented at the banquet to the most des­ erving students. The awards were placed on the merits of initiative,_ co-operation, dependability, ability to communicate, and extra-curricula activities. The all-around student award was presented to Merlin Kam by assoc­ iate teacher Willie Nighttraveller. The best student award was present­ ed to Emmie Noon by Adelia Pete. The award to the associate teacher Adelia was shared by two sisters, and Loretta Nighttraveller. Probably, the award was a very Pete emotional was given Seven happy junior high students graduate into higher grades. for the sisters. This in memory of their sister, one Mrs. Sonia Bear. According to Miss Gwen Watson, principal, the choice was made by the master teachers. Eventually the choice was narrowed to four names until the final choice was the two sisters. Several toasts were performed during the banquet. Special contri­ butions were made to the graduates, teachers, band council and school board, and also to parents and guests. A chuckle Wilma or two were bought out read out the Semaganis bequests of the graduating class. Laughter rang out when Sherry Frank read out the grads prophecies. Past and present teachers of the Indian controlled school brought encouraging messages as they gave as last TOP ASSOCIATE TEACHER AWARD Two sisters, Adelia Pete and Loretta NighttraveUer, share the award. [Continued on Next Page] Page 26 The Saskatehewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION Whitebear [Continued from Last Page] their addresses. Chiefs Henry Favel of Pound­ maker and Johnson Kakum of Little Pine, also gave encouraging messag­ es to the young people. Probably the best address was given by the guest speaker Mrs. Jean Greyeyes, an Indian teacher. She mentioned that the life for an Indian in the white society is very hard, but with determinatin, it can be' possible. Remember. hold vour head high and be proud Pain you are an Indian, she said. Kennedy, everybody's pet, Master of Ceremonies during the awards achievement night and introduced students and teachers. was . Special mention to the grade seven to ten girls and boys, who prepared a delicious meal under the direction of Audrey Pewapisconias; grades seven and eight for decorating the room; and the social committee for plann­ ing such an enjoyable evening with the guidance of Darlene Weenie. Upgraders .' Graduate The Upgrading Whitebear Class from this reserve celebrated the end of the school term by throwing a Graduation Tea. - Chief Norman Shepard, his band council, and his office staff members hand to add encouragement congratulations to the 13 stud­ were on and ents who stuck it out all winter. Brownies Tour Alberta/Banff The Brownie's organization Montreal Lake Reserve went from on a three-day holiday trip to Alberta to get a close view of the mountains. The band and council sponsored the trip at a cost of $500.00. They made .a tour of the Calgary Zoo, Aquarium Plantarium, The Saskatchewan Indian and the Her- June 1976 itage Park, and of tains at Banff. course the moun­ Mrs. Agnes Nagy is the Brownie's Owl or the organizer of this group, and Mrs. Viola Ross is the helper. These nine girls have been work­ ing hard all year and they deserve an outing such as this to wind up the activities for theentire year. Cookie sales, bubble gum, and their bake sales has brought in some expense money also. By this adventure, they will learn about and see things they had only heard about before and find it all an exciting experience. I Page 27 �EDUCATION Sask. Th-e Least , 60% Of Canadians Support Land ClailDs 60 per cent of Canadians feel that Indian Land Claims are valid, according to a survey done by Uni­ versity of Calgary Professors Roger Gibbins ansi Rick Ponting. The of greatest support was Quebec with 81.8 per cent and the area with the least was Saskatchewan with 8.2 per cent. On the national level, 10.8 per cent feel' all claims are considered valid, many by 49.8 per cent, few by 29.2 per cent, and none by 6.1 per area Another 4.2 per cent don't know or had no opinion. If the Canadian public "is sup­ portive or even indifferent," state the survey's authors, "successful land claim settlements may well be poss­ ible." But the solid support-and the chances for success-could with­ er if the native peop.le resort to "violent or coercive" tactics to ad­ vance their claims, sociologist Pont­ cent. ing and political, scientist Gibbins maintained. For the most part, though, "the public mood of Canadians. .is not discouraging 'to the cause of native it is, on balance, more peoples supportive than not. "In fact, (it) may well be more than is the national supportive. government elected to translate the public mood into public policy. The survey of "the public's aware­ ness and perception' of I n d ian issues" was conducted last January and February among 1,832 Cana­ dians living off reservations. Dr. Gibbins 'and Dr. Ponting presented their first tentative conclusions they say the data must be further refined to the annual meeting of the Canadian Sociology and Anthro­ pology Association. The results of the Calgary survey show that "most Canadians simply do not know how much of Canada Indians are claiming do not even have an approximately accurate . ... . . - - ... Paae28 Dr. Ponting pondering. "The data," suggests, "are not associated with the groups of people that you usually idea." The authors estimate "Indians are claiming at least 15 per cent of Canada's. total land .area." But despite the ignorance of the size "A full two-thirds. .were to offer even an estimate" unwilling the majority of voting-age Cana­ dians says the claims are "valid". The greatest support for the validity of all or many claims (as opposed to few or none) comes from Quebec, with 81.8 per cent. While 17.9 per he find attitudes associated with." The support, he suggests, is not across the spectrum, and much of it could shift. "It is - deeply-rooted . - cent subject to either positive or negative change. We have not identified what factors could make it more positive. "But of French-speaking respondents said few ... respondents ... were disproportionately prone to reiect." They also found a partisan political connection. Liberal parti­ sans supported the claims 66.5 per cent of the time; New Democrats, 61.5; Progressive Conservatives 54.9. But the political numbers, they point - out, were heavily French Quebecers. influenced by there were telling links between support and region, age and political partisanship, the links with such other factors as sex, family in­ come, formal education, city size, knowledge of Indian affairs and con­ tact with Indians were either weak or non-existent. And that, in a sense, is what has Although At the moment, a substantial pro­ portion of Canadians 44.4 per cent says Indians are "claiming the land for its own sake." Another 26.8 per cent maintain the claims are being advanced for the money they might bring, while 21.2 per cent say the claims are being pressed for both - - . data (which - - . other - Although support in Quebec was unusually high, more than half the subjects in the rest of the country cent; B.C., 56.6; Manitoba, 55.3; the Atlantic provinces, 51.4; Al­ berta, 46.3; and Saskatchewan, 38.2. The authors found some relation­ ship between support and age, with "the major difference. between those over and under 40 older do have - of the land claims were valid, 42.7 per cent of English­ speaking respondents held that view. or none except in Saskatchewan and Alberta said all or many claims were valid. The support in Ontario was 61.9 per we have not yet been thoroughly anal­ yzed) which do suggest some things specifically violent or coercive tactics which could turn public opinion antagonistic toward Indians." . reasons. "Given the emphasis, both tradi­ tional and contemporary, t hat French Canadians place on territor­ ial autonomy for cultural survival," the authors write, "the empathy of French Canadians for Indian land claims is perhaps not surprising." The so-called honorable intentions theme also permeates thinking of the 37.6 per cent of the respondents who were aware that Indians have laid claims to the Athabasca Tar Sands lands. The majority 58.9 per cent say Indians are claiming those lands to - - gain greater Indian participation in the projects. Another 20.8 per cent says Indians want total control of the oil sands, while 7.2 per cent say the native people want to prevent sands development for all time. In all, the study seems to suggest, there is significant 'sensibility in , southern Canada' to native situation. the historic The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION Indians And The Police By CPL. G. M. J. WOOD Southey R.C.M.P. Detachment On one hand we have a society of humans that have experienced hardship through history and in the past 10 years tremendous positive changes have resulted. The efforts of people within that society working with people everywhere are the direct cause of the progress. As in every organization, group, society, town, municipality, there is a minority of people who feel that everyone else should be working for their benefit without making an honest effort themselves. It is the majority of people that work to provide stability, motivation, pride and many other things so that our societies become a better place to live within. On the other hand the police consist of humans who chose their careers, not because of the money, the shift work or criticism, but because of a deep down heart-felt desire to help people and provide what we feel is a need for order in society. As in all organizations, groups, societies, towns and municipalities once again there is-a, minority of policemen who require help so that they may develop professionalism in dealing with people. This help is provided by fellow officers, professionals, working with others to fulfill that obligation. When we put the two working together we find pro­ gress taking place. We must realize that we are all in a learning process, with this, certain frustrations take place and at times tend to remove the positive approach that we all originally started with. Bear in mind that . in a police system, Indian system or whatever, person has his own character, upbringing, personality, likes and dislikes, creating a situation that often makes it ditlicult to avoid jealousies. greed, animosity and many other faults of human interaction. Department of Northern Saskatchewan. Band Councils, City Police or R.C.M.P Department of Social whether each .. Services. F.S.I., Department of Indian Affairs. Depart­ ment of Education and' many involved in direct contact with people in an attempt to provide the best possible system of services and conditions for people thereby creating a better and happier place to live. We must all ask ourselves "Do I respect another person as I respect myself?" "Do I. take the time to discuss situations and problems with other people or do I form my own biased opinions?" "Do I put myself on a stage thinking that everyone else is at fault and not myself?" "Do I treat others as I would like to be treated?" "Am I polite and co-operative?" "Do I speak in truths or live off other's 'rumors?" "Do I take the selfish attitude of 'What's in it for me?" "Can I be trusted?" "Do I have a sense of responsibility to myself, my family and my community?" "Do I put the other guy first and myself second?" "Am I fair but firm with every­ one?" "Can I be counted on to give an honest effort?" These questions playa part in solving the disrespect, and animosity that are created between people. Really more are - The Saskatchewan Indlan June 1976 the answers to the problems are not as difficult or involved as we tend to believe. We should ask ourselves one last question, "What am I doing about my attitude and initiative?" Left unchecked these problems grow until each individual develops very exaggerated defensive ideas which are not limited to any individual group. For example, recently one of.our members checked a hitch­ hiker on the highway who happened to be Indian. The Indian's reaction to being checked was bitter as he felt that traffic passing by was looking at him. It was the feel­ ing of the policeman that the people were looking at the 'Cops' Each person had created a complex thinking that everytimr he made a- move the public were making critical comments towards him. After short discussion both the member and the hitchhiker had a good laugh at the passing traffic and themselves, then parted company, both with a better understanding of each other's . , p�h�n. I There 'numerous situations that one can describe identifying problems, but the main problem remains with the individual expecting the other person to be someone he is not and reacting wrongly when that ) person's personality, dress, life style, speech and job function do not coincide with his own ideas. Everyone must realize that whatever your race, or occupational field, there are others in positions that require your help whether it be an unemployed hitchhiker or a are opposite policeman on patrol. The solutions are simple, it is the practice that is difficult and it is up to those to try and keep trying to promote good interrelations by both teaching and by their own example. Most important is having the ability of. not being frustrated by the lack of results and pursue those beliefs and practices in spite of it all that perserverance will eventually produce gratifying results. We ask ourselves why are some relations in some areas - better than in others. This problem is not confined to Indians police relations, both of others as well. In all fairness we seek the help of-responsible press reporting who rather than sell papers on instant sensationalism tend to report tor the good of all. - In spite of all the negative reports on Indian police relations, it is ou! strong belief as well as my friends of Indian ancestry, who incidentally asked me to write on this SUbject, that the situation is not as bad as some want to believe, but to the contrary that Indian police - - relations lems and generally good. We know there are prob­ once those are solved there will be others, but we are trying and going to continue to do so. The majority want to live in peace and freedom and with each other's, understanding we may have an influence on the minority so that they may enjoy that privilege as well. Professionally, as policemen, we chose to help you, but we need your help as well. The next time we run into each other smile, mayone one of us has forgotten howl are - 1'age29 �EDUCATION What About Our ,Problem Children? By LLOYD BRASS The people of this country reflects the image of Indian people with only a very small percentage of the total population of the forty thousand or so Indians in Institutions such as these are the right answer but the problem is Is there enough of them to go around? In all these institutions, there is a big waiting list who were referred into these expensive correctional centers of this juveniles. province. People 'of non-Indian ancestry are generally more exposed to these minority group of Indians. These minority groups are the, tough hard core habitual criminals, juvenile delinquents, street bums, etc With encounters with these types' of people this is ... where the weeds of mistrust and the communication barrier of Indians and non-Indians have splattered and ruined/ what could have been a more integrated relation­ ship today. Just like an average child who is going through three phases of education such as elementary, high school, and going into university or taking up a trade; the juvenile delinquent starts by going into firstly a boys or girls home, then into the provincial jail then into the peniten­ tiary. Therefore the seed of the problem before it bloomed into a thistle began at avery you�g age. 'We do not need any surveys to find out where these unfortunate people stemmed out from. It only takes common sense to know that the up-bringing of these kind of people were exposed to alcoholic. parents, no parents, child abuse, parental negligence, immature parents and so forth down the line. It all boils down to a pretty bleak childhood for these very unfortunate people. Their little minds have been building up and build­ ing up to a point where they start striking back at society. I've heard one Chief comment that as human beings with a thinking capacity we never stop being educated from the time we realized our existence up until the �t�me w� breath our last breath. These children of poor up-bring­ ing also have been ,educating themselves but not the way the rest of society wants them to be. Now what I am driving at,is, there are ways and pro­ fessional approaches in curbing the rise of juvenile delin­ quency. In the Indian population, our juvenile delin­ quency rate is alarmingly higher per capita than the non­ Indian people. It was said at a recent meeting of welfare and social workers that the hard core juvenile delinquency is only one per cent of the total Indian population. This means out of the total Indian population in Saskatchewan we have about 430 cases. A lot of these cases are referrals by the courts for these boys and girls to be placed into institutions in where they will receive professional help. It was also, noted that one ofthese institutions is 47 per cent success­ ful. That means some of these misled people have been taught the right attitude to cope with society. . Page 30 - In the " meantime, while the child is being placed in foster homes and doing more damage to his image and to the Indian people's image, society must suffer with car thefts, houses being broken into, innocent children beaten up and here again there is a long list of what a young child is capable of pulling off. By the time his or her turn has come to be enrolled into the institutions, the professional people will have to work that much more harder to get through to their little thinkers. And speaking of expenses in one institution' for just one Indian child, the Indian Affairs Branch pays the amount of Sl ,438.00 for just one month. Now just think, if the Indian Affairs were to shell out monies for 430 children per year we would get a figure of about .... $7,420,080.00. If the Indian Affairs Branch are willing to spend that kind of money, why not spent it in developing and building an institution with all the facilities for Indian children only. This would eliminate the waiting game and it would make these institutions more accessible to our Indian boys and girls. And the tab that is being presently picked up by the department I'll' bet it would not be nearly as great as.the $1 ,438.00 per child. After all this is money set aside for Indians, let us start using this money on Indians. I am not saying that we use Indian staff, but surely - , we have enough professional people around who would project of this type. make themselves available for the are All those people who are presently confronted with, of the situation aware here is one answer. institution is 47 per cent successful, I am sure Indian center would be 70 per cent successful with If an a we one all good follow-up program. A center of this type would make our Welfare Workers, Social Workers, Probation Officers, Education Counsellors, Counsellor-Technicians, Truant Officers, 'Chief and Councillors and all those who work with In­ dian children job descriptions a heck of alot easier. This is not the total answer but at least we can place children gone bad and isolate them away from influencing other youngsters who are on the proper paths into the rest of the law-abiding society. We can save 'some of these children from hopeless­ in where they might one day end up in the feared dungeons of the Federal penitentiaries. If you do not ness start one acting now who knows, your child to end up in the last might be the next grad uating phase of the habitual criminal. The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION Tragedy Athahasca Band Administration Marrs POSITIONS Graduation 'OPEN an air of sadness as member School Board Rose Ewack stated that there would have been 15 students graduating. Last winter, two members died from poisoning. In spite of this, the students were able to make themselves happy as There Marieval was they expressed . a great desire , L, Position Title: ACCOUNTANT QuaUtlcations: The applicant must have a grade ten education plus an experience in record- keeping �r a graduate &om a _ to further their. knowledge within the field of education. The guest speakers; Kenn e t h Standingready, Chief Norman Shep­ ard, and Rose Ewack, all spoke in favour of furthering their education. Mrs. Florence Langford, the teacher, was very proud of her students as this year seethed to have' been more improved and more inter­ est shown on the part of the students. She said,' "The students have worked hard to have their gradua­ tion tea; they' have had bingos and raffles to raise money." She 'concluded by saying, "With� out homework and studying, the students wouldn't have reached their academic goal today." One of the students, Dennis Eagle, spoke on behalf of the students saying that being away from school took a lot of adjustments such as homework and studying before it became a routine. Mr. Eagle concluded by saying, "I hope everyone on the reserve has the opportunity to attend school in where everyone is an equal to further his or her education in order to make a better life for themselves and their families ... This is the second time after many years Whitebear was able to convince the Indian Affairs Branch that they need upgrading on their reserve. The ' business school. Salary: Negotiable Position Title: CLERK·STENOGRAPHER I QuaUtlcations: • . Salary: Negotiable '\ Position Title: WELFARE ADMINISTRATOR Requirement: Minimum of secondary education and experience In wel­ fare work and related tlelds or a university graduate • Duties: Under the direction of the Band Administrator. To be respen­ sible for the administration of social assistance program for the Athabasca area covering Wollaston, Fond du Lac and Stony Rapids and Uranium City. To work hi ce-eperatlon with other agencies such as health, welfare, and education with the object. Ive of delivering emclent service to the communities. , \ The successful applicant wUI be required to travel extensively in order to superv.lse and ce- ordinate social services and to Inter-. pret social welfare programs and poUcles to Band Counclls and oth�r agencies. Salary: Negotiable " upgraders 'were; Angeline Akachuk, Dennis Eagle, Roberta Littlechief, Sharon Littlechief, Sally McArthur, Helen Maxie, Joyce Maxie, Loretta Clearsky, Susan Littlechief, Lyla Lonechild, Juliet Bigstone, Sara Littlechief and Dinah Littlechief. Under the supervision of the Administrator perform general offlee clerical and stenographic duties: tlUng of Band eerrespendencet maintain attendance records; receive inquiries by telephone at reception counter; re­ celve, open, sort, date s�mp, record and distribute fn­ coming maU, stamp and post outgoing maD; type corres­ pondence; operate business machines; maintain and Inventory offlce stationery, supplies, equipment, record and order supplies required. T SUBMIT APPLICATIONS FOR ABOYE POSITIONS TO: Patrick J. Mercredl Band Administrator General DeUvery STONY RAPIDS, Sake ":"", .. " The Saskatchewan Indian . June 1976 Page 31 �EDUCATION Favoritism ENROLLMENT On Reserves? Yukon Indian Land Claims By RICHARD MARTELL Favoritism on reserves, This letter is to inform you that the Council for Yukon Indians is accepting applications for the Yukon Indian Land Claims Settlement. how just much goes on? Today it seems that there is a lot of it going on. When we look around us and on reserves very easy to see, it's not that This organization is formed of Registered and Non-Registered Indians and is presently negotiating with the Federal Government towards a Land Claims Settlement for the Yukon Indian people. it's something be hidden in a dark, secret When we see it, we shouldn't can place. , have to stand back and say, "Well, I didn't notice it," we must realize that as members ofthe band we have I a right to speak up. I am sure many of you who read this will say, "Well, I'm sure this doesn't happen on this - reserve," but then others will say, "Yes, there is a lot of it here," and who is to blame, no one? Wrong, everyone is to blame. When we see this on our reserves, must we just sit back and take no action? We have • regular meetings on every reserve; that's when we should stand up and say what we think about it. We not only vote the Chief and Cou-ncillors into office, but we also have a right to say what's right and what's wrong. If the Chief and Councillors. will not listen to the people, just what the hell are they doing in office! They 'your Page 32 we are . Your application will be screened by a Credentials Committee comprised of five eligible members residing presently in each of the twelve commun­ ities in the Yukon Territory. . . Please keep in mind that to qualify, 'a person must: (a) be enrolled with the Council for Yukon Indians. (b) be able to trace his or her ancestry to an Indian person who is 2S per cent or more to Jan u ary Indian ahd who has lived in the Yukon Territory prior 1, 1941. -------------------------- APPLICATION are there for one purpose and that is to try and do good for the whole reserve and not only a few people. Now I know that they cannot do everything that is asked of them but they can try being fair to everyone. I'm not saying that all Chiefs and Councillors are like this, but take a look around reserve, you just might notice some­ thing. Let's not let only a few people speak up, but unite and then maybe we can accomplish something. This favoritism happens not only on res-: erves, it happens everywhere you go. We cannot get anywhere as only a few select people benefit from this favoritism. If everyone was to be treated equally' and fairly, I think our reserves could go a long ways instead of staying in one place with everyone trying to establish the nuniber of persons who may qualify for the Yukon land claims, a list of persons with Yukon native background is being compiled by authorized enrolment officers of CYI. This enrol-. ment is an on-going process. The signing of this application form does not hold yo� to any commitment, except that it signifies that you want to be enroled with the CYI. As Mail to: Council for Yukon Indians, 22 Nisutlin Drive, YIA 3S5 WHITEHORSE, Y. T. NAME: ADDRESS: H you �__� __ � _ concerned whether or �ot your application is processed' office, or if you have any other ,\uestions related to the enrolment for the Yukon Indian Land Claims, feel free to caD or write to the Connell' of Yukon Indians, Enrolment Office, 22 Nisutlin Drive, are through our Whitehorse, Yukon, or phone 667-.4491 [local 351. Albert R. Webber Enrolment Officer fighting. The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION Law Centre Appointlllent A.J. (Tony) Jordon- of Saskatoon has been appointed the first Re­ search Director' in the University of Saskatchewan's recently opened Na­ TREATY 6 tive Law Centre, effective July 1. In September, Mr. Jordon also becomes an assistant professor in the College of Law at the university. Professor Roger Carter, Director . / ofthe Native Law Centre, stated that research into problems and topics affecting the law and native �ople will be one of the major activities, and Mr. Jordon will be responsible for stimulating and overseeing this work. Professor Carter commented that the centre has already received tentative research proposals related to-such questions as (lNTENNIAL '(jLEBRA .. TION ' r Beardy's �and treaty rights, and Metis aboriginal and the preparation of a curriculum of studies about Can­ ada's legal system for possible use in schools in the high Arctic. In addition to his research duties, Mr. Jordon will begin developing non-status ! rights, Aug. 22 · 29 I library holdings and will have some responsibility for the centre's pub­ lications. Mr. Jordon has a Bachelor's degree in Arts from the University of Saskatchewan and Law from Dal­ housie University. He articled with the firm of Purdy and Waller in the Northwest Territories, was an assoc­ iate with the firm from June of 1972 to March of 1973 and a partner from then until June of 1975. He returned Draw for ¥2-ton camper truck made' Aug. 28. - to be - tickets $2.50 each 1976 to the University of Saskatchewan in the fall of 1975 to begin a graduate program leading to the Masters of Law degree, which he expects to re­ ceive this fall or next spring. His thesis topic is "The Constitution of the Northwest Territories". He has been admitted to the practice of law in the Northwest Territories, Alberta, and Saskatche­ wan, and is a member of the Cana­ dian Bar Association and the North­ west Territories Bar Association. Born in High River, Alberta.: Mr. Jordon received his elementary edu­ cation and high school education in . Calgary. The Saskatchewan Indlan June 1976 ·P.. 33 �EDUCATION 6th Annual Cadet Inspection At Gordons Student,Residence ( Gordons The sixth annual of the Gordon Cadet held on May 19, 1976 at the Gordon Student Residence. With Mayor C. A. Walker, Commanding Officer Captain D. Lewis from -- inspection Corps was Regina Rifle Regiment, and Chief H. McNab from the Gordon Band, as the reviewing officers. There were S3 cadets on parade with 18 girls and 3S boys. Some of the demonstrations given physical training, where a of cadets participated tin tumbling and formed different pyra­ were group mids. f A number of presentations made to 'the cadets. Trophies presented as follows: were were / 'Blind, Brian Isaac, Percy Isaac, Best Dressed Cadet on Parade Miss Kim Pratt; Best Dressed Cadet throughout the year Eric Akachuk; Best Rifle Shot Brian Isaac; Most Efficient Cadet (Green Star Cadet) 'Gary Nanapay (Red Star, Eric Akachuk (Silver Star), Percy Isaac (Gold Star, Tom McAfee; Perfect Attendance C e c i I Assinibone, Terrance Assiniboine, Bernad i n e Ambulance First Aid Certificates: Bernadine Akachuk, C I a yton Akachuk, Ivan Akachuk, Henry Anderson, Terrance Assinib 0 i n e, Edward Badger, Joanne Blind, Pat­ Akachuk, Clayton Akachuk, Joanne ricia - - - - - Hilliard Friday, Glenna McNab, John McNab, Garry Nanapay, Ver­ Nanapay, <Kelvin Pasap, Nippi. The following received St. non Peter I Iohn Cyr, Rickey Eashappie, Aubrey Friday, Wanda Isaac, Delores Me­ Nab, Chester Kinequon, John Me­ Nab, Donna McNab, Glenna Mc­ Nab, Gail McNab, Melinda McNab, Romona McNab, Albert Machisk­ inic, Calvin Nokohoot, K e I v i n Pasap, Roderick Pasap, Kim Pratt, Adeline Quewezance, and Peter Nippi. Indian dancing is another activity which was demonstrated. Not all the [Continued on Next Page] . \ Page 34 The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �EDUCATION P .A.I.S.R. Cadets Hold Awards Banquet Prince Albert Another training by the local # 590 Air Cadet Squadron at the Prince Albert Student Residence on May year was - marked 28, 1976. The Child Care Workers Associa­ tion sponsored this special event. Beginning with a reception and dinner, then followed by this second annual inspection. The Prince Albert Squadron petition. The a success. In fieldcraft, the art of survival in the outdoors which the cadets learn in the classroom theory during the year and is put into practice during actual weekend exercises. At the inspection, there was a was a display of different military weapons and band which the cadets use in guns', training during the year. some Student Residence first applied in" October 1970 to establish a cadet corps. Because of The Gordon tight security of the military at that time, and the War Measures the Act, it was not until De'cember 1970 when the Canadian Forces author­ ized the formation of 2871 Gordon Cadet Corps. The quota was 50 cadets and parades started January 21, 1971, with the accelerated pro- 'The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 Corps . next they year have incorporated training to additional type of their needs. some suit Last year they held their fifth annual inspection and obtained a rating of 91.7 per cent, the top mark in the province, winning them the General by Capt. George Cowie, to Sam' on behalf of his Flight #4 first year cadets. Major D. Tokarek from Dana, presented a certificate to Vickey Mc­ . . on behalf of the Minister of National Defence James Richardson. Gillvery Making their march past and in­ spection, the cadets received the foll­ owing awards: Best Flight Sgts. Hillery Cook and Ellem Bird;' Best Sgts. Dennis Sanderson and Joyce Cook; Best Corporals Donald Cook and Carol Ballantyne; Best Cadets (first year) L.A.C. Rickey Roberts and L.A.C. Janet Keenatch; Best Warrant Offi­ cer Frank Roberts; Best Achieve­ ment Sgt. Sam McKenzie; Best - - - - - - Achievement Warrant Off ice r Jenny Starblanket; Best Athlete Boys Andrew Cook; Best Athlete Sgt. - 1972 the corps strength was increased to 60 and obtained a rating of 87.1 per cent, placing them fifth in the province. In 1973, they received a rating of 92.13 per cent and in 1974 a rating of 95.2 per cent, placing them third in the province and winning the "B" trophy for the corps in their class. During this training year, they intro­ duced the Star Training program which was a cadet training program prescribed for all cadets in Canada which included drill, leadership, fundamentals, citizenship, first aid, hunter safety and map using. Each year ed - held its June 3, first annual inspection on 1971, and received 86.2 per cent in their efficiency rating. They placed 10th for the province and a physical demonstration won the corps the Strathcona Trust Gymnastic Com­ They completed a course driving during the spring and fall of the training year. In water­ manship, the cadets corps have acquired 12 canoes. They have been used during the fall on the local lake and this spring they have been con­ tinually in use on the lake. The cadets quite often spend part of a weekend canoeing on whatever river they can get to. The whole program There types of year's training 'a to the end of June. The Gordon Cadet cars. actu al exercises. McKenzie gram completed in safe demonstration offield shelters, fires, knots, ration packs and field food preparations which the cadets use in Wayne Ahenakew, F.S.I.; George Cowie, Commanding Officer # 38 Squadron; Stan Pipe; Major D. Tokarek, Reviewing Officer; Joe Marten Feddeler, Gymnast Instructor # 590; and Howard Bighead, prior - has been The highlight of the evening was the presentation of a trophy, present­ Head Child Care Worker for the student residence. # 590 [CoD�Ued fro� Last Page] cadets who are dancers were involved in the dancing due to the fact that they were required in other demon­ strations. With safe driving the cadets have a dune buggy and three 1965 consists of 64 Treaty members. Invited guests were Captain Due­ ette; Alderman Stephen Lam b; Proficiency Challenge Cup - Girls Karen Marion; Best Frank Roberts; Most Gentlemanly Cadet (Corporal) Sgt. - Overall Cadet - - Most George McKenzie; Lady-like Cadet Marjorie Rose Charles; Best Frank Roberts; Gymnast (boys) Best Gymnast (girls) Beatrice Mer-, - - asty; and Best Attendance - Lena May Seezerts. The cadets displayed some fine gymnastic stunts, conducted by in­ structor Joe Fiddler. Reviewing of Dana Officer said, "You Major Tokarek are the leaders of tomorrow'," commenting on their participation and achievem -e n t s made through the past year. Alderman Stephen Lamb also had a word of advice to the cadets and mentioned, "We should be proud to have citizens like you in the of city Prince Albert." Jim Roberts, and the honour of being the best corps in the province. This is the first time this achievement has been made Administrator and Chairman of the sponsoring com­ mittee, expressed the pride he held an all Indian corps. The corps participated in a variety of activities during the year. A -tour of the Canadian Forces base in Moose Jaw, a Sports Day in Brandon for these cadets and was certain the parents of each child felt the same. The discipline these cadets showed Manitoba, and other trips to Regina. Indians, by in the see year's training and are is something to Saskatchewan very proud of you. we, the Page3S �CHILDREN -----------,---_._-------------------- - - - - / TheT�epee , Because Plains Indian people had their search for food, they needed to move often in dwellings which were easy to erect and light enough to carry from one camp to another. These dwellings were called teepees and were made from animal hides. The teepee was shaped like a cone, about 15 feet in height and 14 to 16 feet in diameter at its' base. It consisted of a teepee cover set on a frame of poles, each approximat' ely 20 feet in length. Buffalo hides were most commonly used because they were stronger and thicker than hides from moose, caribou and other animals. The number of hides used to make one teepee cover varied and depended on the size of the dwelling. Any number from twelve to thirty were used. Sewing the teepee cover was a job for the women and took place in the summer after the yearly task of tann­ large ing hides had been completed. They would gather for sewing "bees" with the older women doing the cutt- '� "' ing and fitting �� There were �� � those days tools of either bone or stone were used. Sinew was used to sew hides to- �\\ � \� �gether.. Teepees '. \ \ I very summer th� . comfortable dwellings; warm in wintertime. and The thickness of the hides also kept them waterproof and windproof. Or:- hot summer the sides could be rolled up to cool' off the inside. Before. winter sets in, a .......... four 'five foot wall was sewn onto the \ �ays, '\ were cool in the ., . , <.. "j - teepee and insulated with or _- '<j rn 0«7$350£ Page 36 - r .. -_ while the younger women sewed. no scissors or thread or needles in moss, grass dirt. Use of teepees by Indian people has never died out. Each summer, they can be seen at traditional The Saskatchewan Indian cereJune 1976' �monies throughout North America. The is still the same, the only difference is that canvas rather than animal hides are shape used to make them. The setting up of a teepee follows certain procedures. In the old days, this was left up to women but now, it is a-task now that is shared by both sexes. Among the Cree and Sault e a u x people of Saskatchewan, the first step is to tie three poles together and then raise them to form a tripod on which other poles are placed. Even the setting up o� these poles is done in a certain way: the the left of what will be the entrance is done first, then the area to the right, and last, the area across from it. The area to up is always done in a clockwise direction and follows the path of the sun as it ·travels across the sky. A long rope is, lashed around these poles to ensure that. they will stay up. setting After all the poles (13) in number) have been set up, a 14th pole is used to put the tee­ pee cover into place. This pole is then placed directly across from the entrance and the lash­ ing rope tied to it. In some areas of Saskatchewan, a stake is driven into the ground and the lashing rope tied to it. [Continued on Next Page] The Saskatchewan Indlan June 1976 Pap 37 �As you can see in the illustration, the sides of a teepee have holes t,hrough which wooden pegs are placed to hold the teepee-together. After the poles have been pushed outward (to make sure that the cover first tightly over the frame), the bottom is fastened to the ground by means of pegs driven though loops sewn onto the teepee. flaps at the top of the teepee act· as.a vent to let out smoke from the fireplace. flaps are attached to two more poles which are used to regulate the size and --Two These shape of the smoke hole. The entrance to the teepee is oval in shape and stands about a foot off the ground. The door covering is of the same material as the teepee. The inside is roomy and can house a-whole family quite comfortably. The teepee is very sacred to Indian people, given to them through a vision 'for their survival. The teepee is always, treated with great respect and certain rules of behavior must be followed by anyone who owns one or by anyone who enters one. Upon entering 'a teepee, a person must use only the opening, even in the summer­ time when the sides' can be rolled up. Remember no teepee creeping! Teepees are often painted with pictures of animals, birds and the environment. Many pictures will tell an entire story of a brave deed performed by a man. These pic­ tures are also very sacred and only those people who have been granted permission through dreams can decorate thelr teepees. In many instances, when a new teepee has - .. been sewn The people inside are designs and pictures which have been in the family for years are used. from the teepee is where the pipe and other items sacred to Indian placed or hung. Children are not allowed to play near this area, whether it is up, area across outside. Horses are never tethered near this area. the entrance of the teepee always faced the center of the camp days, where the Elders' lodges stood and where the sacred fire was kept alive. Even today, at pow-wows and sundances, each teepee faces the center. There are other rules of behavior regarding teepees. Our Elders are only too willing or In the old to answer any questions y,ou may have. In the next issue, there wiU be more information on dwellings ments. As books well, the Library Department has prepared a is in this issue. Act i v i t 'I list �f on and on encamp­ the list dwellinqs, . e s Place the following words in alphabetical order and then find thelrdetinltlons: dwelling traditional diameter procedure tripod stake' frame comfortable insulation environment­ encampment survival . . Paae38 The Saskatchewan Indian . June 1976 . �CHILDREN --------- .... ------------ Wi ------------_. n ne rs of the Coloring Contest . Second prize went to Robert Laliberte of the Prince Albert Student Residence. GaD Bear, Co-ordinator for the Curriculum Studies and Research Department pres­ ented him with a cheque for $30.00. Elizabeth Fox 'of Plapot Reserve, first prize winner, receives a cheque for $50.00 from Ray McCallum, Illus­ trator with the Curriculum Studies and Research De­ ·p�ent. The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 prize of $20.00 was won by Donna Jelly of Keesee­ koose Reserve. Presenting the cheque Is Anna Crowe, Editor of the ChUdren's Page. Third Pale 39 �CHILDREN Page 40 The Saskatchewan Indian, June 1976 �CHILDREN - --- .... - -------------.-�---- --- - - - - ----- LOCATION PUZZLE Solutions to , last month's. .. PUZZLES B G W H M leA X T A V V r E � 0 E X G B B JAY l D .W B G M D E G E R J G V R N I· J alP R L K A E V L N a U F # H D U N F I G M C E H I S L RAN C U 0 S 0 0 U'B Y K E X S M V N D A C W U A S COW K G C L T J K D A Z' M E V l F � E N H 0' 0 U X H S V F S I lOS C a S THE R N, S R TOP FLY W G aUG E ,SRZD aVJPQCQM' Q Q lIT T L E P I' N I A WCS A·S KAT 0 a N)K' H R J P T L C X 'M U K M U I a S· s M B Y R N V N P L T T J L R K . I . / DIAGRAM PUZZLE The Sukatchewan Indian June 1976 'Paae41 �SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN CULTURAL COLLEGE Library Department This month, the children's section has a feature on the teepee. The library has many books which talk. about the teepee, as well as other types of Indian dwellings. Some of these are: RECORDS: We have modern, traditional, country here are just a few: Plight of the Red Man, Xit Rare Earth. R536L'. Custer Died for your Sins, Floyd Westerman. Perception Records PLP 5. On Steel, the Fenders. LP867. Music of the Algonkians, Folkways, FE 4253. - Nestum Asa, the way It was in the beginning, by Kent Gooderham. Toronto, Griffin Press, 1970. A book for primary grades, this tells about the people of the west coast, plains, forest, farmlands and northland. Canadians of Long Ago, by Kenneth E. Kidd. Toronto, Longmans, 1951. Brief descriptions of life long ago are given with sections on such things as houses, food, gov­ ernment and dress of the Northwest Coast, Plains, Algonkians The Indian and Iroquois. Tipl, by Reginald and Gladys Laubin. New York, Ballantine Books, 1957. History, construction and of the tipi photographs. use are discussed in detail with diagrams and The Houses the Indians Bullt, by Sigmund A. Lavine. New York" Dodd, Mead, 1975. Lavine discusses the various types of dwellings of American Indian tribes. Each type of dwelling was specially designed for the needs of the area, and made from easily gathered readily available, materials. Excellent photographs pany this text. Jellied Moose Nose . a moose 1 clove 1 garlic tablespoon mixed pickling spice 1 teaspoon salt Y2 teaspoon pepper 1;4 cup , 4. Pull out all the hairs these will have be�n loosened by boiling and should come out easily (like plucking a - duck). 5,. ,Wash thoroughly until no hairs remain. 6. Place the nose in a kettle and cover with fresh water. 7. Add onion, garlic, spices and vinegar. 8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the meat is tender. Let cool overnight in the liquid, 9. When cool, take the meat out of the broth and remove and discard the bones and carthlage. You will have two kinds of meat, white meat from the bulb of the nose and thin strips of dark meat from vinegar along the bones and jowls: 1. Cut the upper jaw bone of the moose' jaw below the eyes, 2. Place in large kettle of scalding water and boil for 45 minutes. 3. Remove and chill in cold water. ' Page 42 New films for Band Management Training: I Move, 21 min., color, A.N.C.S. A training film on the importance of preparation for and conduct of Band Council meetings. Many Voices, 18 min., color, A·N.eS· A training film on the responsibilities of the Chief and Band Council on an Indian reserve. More Power to You, 21 min., color, A'N'C'S' A training film on committee' selection and operation and their relationship to the Band Council. accom­ The Northern Cookbook edited by Eleanor A. Ellis, Ottawa, Information Canada, 1973, has an interesting recipe for Jellied Moose Nose. 1 upper jawbone of 1 onion, sliced , 10. Slice the meat thinly and alternate layers of white and dark meat in a loaf pan. 11. Reheat the broth to boiling, then pour the broth over the meat in the loaf pan. 12. Let cool until jelly has set. Slice' and serve cold. The Saskatchewan Indian JUDe 1976 �SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN CULTURAL COLLEGE Indian . " Art P.O. Box 3085 Saskatoon, Sask, S7K 3S9 NOTICE Phone 244·1146 Applications for the India� Art pro­ gram beginning September 1, 1976, are now being accepted. Selection of candidates will be based on the received. Interviews will be held in the following areas on the dates listed below: applications . Regina F.S:1. Office 2:00 P.M. July 5 - - Ft. Qu' AppeUe Indian Affairs 2:00 P.M. July 6 - - I I-------------�-----------I APPUCATION I I I I I I FORM NAME PRESENT ADDRESS _ BAND PHONE DATE OF BIRTH TREATY NUMBER • MARITAL STATUS _. _ - SEX _._______ _ NUMBER OF DEPENDENTS _ EDUCATION HISTORY HIGH SCHOOL Broadview F .S.1. Office 2:00 P.M. July 7 _ _ HIGHEST GRADE COMPLETED __ OTHER EDUCATIONAL TRAINING - Kamsack Cote Band Office 2:00 P.M. July 8 - - WHAT ARE YOUR INTERESTS? North Battleford F.S.1. Office. 2:00 P.M. July 12 - --------� - WHY DO YOU WANT TO TAKE THE COURSE? _ Prince Albert F.S.1. Office July 13 2:00 P.M. - - La Ronge Band Office 2:00 P.M. July 14 - REFERENCES: GIVE THE NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TWO PEOPLE WHO CAN ACT - Saskatoon . Indian Cultural College All Summer 'I1ie StabtchewaolndJan June 1976 AS REFERENCES. 1. 2. DATE SIGNATURE _ Page 43 �Worlcshops Conducted By Ind.Art Staff A series of workshops were held on -the Poormans Reserve from June 1 18. The three-man task force from Indian Art were Joe Roan, Allen. Clarke, and Arnold Isbister. Denny Morrison from the Curriculum Stud­ ies of the Sask. Indian Cultural College was also along. The object­ ives of these workshops was to invoke interest in the tradition of native handicraft. Art classes were introduced to the students of the Poormans Elemen­ tary School on the last two days. Denny Morrison spoke of the Plains Indians, their' customs, war paint designs and their meanings. Joe gave individual instruction in featherwork and handicrafts to all, accompanied with lectures on cul­ ture/and religion and the necessity of reviving and retaining this heritage. Mr. Roan also talked about educa­ tion as it had been in the past days. - . . , I P*ae44 In the handicrafts area, work is progressing well, by the variety of this being evident crafts already pro­ duced and those in progress. These women are doing a commendable job and any Arts and Crafts instructors to come out of these probably be workshops will women. Upon completion' of this work­ shop, the principal and staff gave favourable comments and and invit­ ation to come back next fall. Joe gave performances in Pow-wow dancing throughout the sessions. These workshops and this parti­ cular one is just an outUne of the conglomeration of knowledge and facts the Saskatchewan Indian Cul­ tural College has at its disposal. We hope we have sparked some interest and, maybe, revitalized a bit of the Indian culture and heritage. By Allen Clarke & Arnold Isbister . • The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �4-H 4-H RO.UNDUP By: INDIAN 4·H PROGRAM Sub. P.O. #6 SASKATOON KEESEEKOOSE 4·H ALBERTA BOUND! Under the leadership of several individuals, 4-H Keeseekoose are doing well. Mrs. Stella Ketche­ monia has several girls involved in a knitting project. This is an example of a short-term project that will end in clubs on late June. With the help of Assistant Agriculture Rep. Leonard Ketchemonia (Sask. Indian Ag. Program) and Albert Keshane., Recreation Director, several families are involved in weeding! The garden projects. returns will be Good luck with the obvious later in the. more summer. '_' A city the size of Edmonton can be a big place if you've never seen a city that large- before. That's what many of the young people thought who were on Joseph Bighead Reserve's 4-H and School bus tour in early June. The '59 passengers' included 24 4-H members, school children, parents, teachers, 4-H leaders, and Chief Phillip Kahpeepatow and his wife. The SOO-mile tour included Edmonton city sights, the University of Alberta campus and Al Oeming's Game . . Farm. The trip was sponsored co-operatively between the Joseph Bighead Band. the Triple J Band Ranch arid the 4-H leaders. JOSEPH BIGHEAD 4·H CLUB FUNIN4-H on This 4-H club had a Calf Showing Demonstration June 14. The purpose was to provide the 2S members with information and experience on how to handle a beef animal for show. This event follows a Grooming Demonstration' held previously so that the club youth might learn more, in caring for their animal. This is the title of a 4-page leaflet which is now available from the Indian 4-H Office. It has suggestions for different activities young people can do in a 4-H club. The four areas covered in this handout are: Fund·ralslng, Community Services, Socials, and Recreation. There are some really terrific ideas for helping create a worthwhile, yet fun 4-H club. NORTHERN MANITOBA EXCHANGE The Northern Manitoba 4-H and Youth Program is sponsoring a Northern Youth Conference in The Pas, Manitoba July 4-9. We are please to announce that two members from the Joseph Bighead 4-H Beef Club will be attending at the invitation of Manitoba. The purpose of the conference will be to provide participants with an experience in recreational leadership. This is the first exchange of 4-H members between the Manitoba program and our own Saskatchewan In­ dian 4-H Program. Let's hope it's the start of similar exchanges. RECENT 4·H VISITS MADE made to Onion Lake, Thunderchild, Poundmaker, Little Pine, Sweetgrass and Red Pheasant, and Beardy's. Visits were ACHIEVEMENT DAY DATES Louie Bighead, 10, with his calf at 4·H Showmanship on Joseph Bighead Reserve. Demonstration The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 Joseph Bighead 4-H Beef Club June 23 Beardy's 4-H Beef Club July 9 - - Pale4S �4-H RODEOS! POW·WOWS! FAIRS! This is the season for flying hats, hoofs and cowboys; for costumes" drums and dancers! It's summer! Often there are parades at these events, and why not . INDIAN get 4-H members involved? If you have or wish to start a 4-H club on your reserve; you could decorate your float or car accordingly. for 4-H This could be an 4-HCAMP exciting experience youngsters. Whether you are in in a craft club, a garden club, or a horse club, be sure the rodeo, pow-wow or fair promot­ ers would be more than happy to have a colorful 4-H float in the parade. Suggest it to your group and we'll see you: at the parade!! Camp Raynor lake Diefenbaker INDIAN 4·H CAMP Well, it's time to fill out and set your application to the Indian 4-H Office. Cut out the application form and send it to the office as soon as possible. ,/ Aug. The camp offers activities such swimming, archery, soft­ ball, pow-wow dancing and teepee building. Social and leadership skills will also be gained through the activities which are planned. We have help you We'll be great staff lined up for this years' camp enjoy your eight-day stay at camp. a looking forward to seeing you at 20 camp is open to Indian boys and girls Th� to in Saskatchewan camp! Sign up early as there is room for only so many from each District. Fill out the application form below and send it to the Indian 4-H Office, or any Community Develop­ ment or Agricultural field staff. WHAT IS THERE TO DO: • • Fill Out Nowlll • • • r-----------------i NAME archery volleyball • '. social activities • beadwork • photography • · art • • skits • • I I I ADDRESS' • • • softball • swimming canoeing dancing • • I" • I RESERVE Birth ·1 Date, Last school grade Telephone, L--_� Page 46 _ completed HospitaUzation No. Signature of camper Signature of Parent/Guardian 28 - �--- _ I I I I I I I pow·wow hiking horseshoes water polo overnight camping outdoor education rums water- skiing soccer variety nights " table tennis cultural activities II AppUcation Fo�s may be picked up Office, local FSI Office, or write: at your Band Indian 4·H Program Sub. P.O. No.6 SASKATOON, I Sask. Phone: 343·5529 � The Saskatchewan Indian JUDe 1976 �By ART IRVINE The spraying' of weeds has increased crop production. Special precautions are necessary, however, to ensure the crop is not 'damaged. The following tips will help ensure maximum efficiency is achieved: - - - - - - Use the proper chemical at the recommended dosage and time. Use equipment designed for the job. Check the sprayer before spraying time to ensure it will operate at proper· speeds and· pressures. Replace worn nozzles, defective hoses, faulty pressure gauges 'and other questionables. Prevent spray drift by avoiding excessive pressure and windy weather. Clean sprayers after use to prevent corrosion. Use 'of the same sprayer for herbicides and other chemicals is not recommended. If this is unavoid­ able, use recommended spray cleaning proced­ ures. - Read the label on the container the chemical in and follow the directions carefully. Use protective clothing and masks where rec­ ommended. Store herbicides apart from other chemicals, seed and fertilizer. Dispose of empty containers; remaining contents comes - - - are poisonous. Unless otherwise stated use a minimum of 10 gallons of water per acre. Low rates of water increases danger of spray drift, prevents proper weed kill, delays maturity, causes crop damage and reduces yields. Control the rate of water by ing sprayer nozzles and ' chang­ using recommended press­ nearest charge pamphlets Ag. Rep. Office. This service and for your Wheat and barley should be sprayed at the 4-leaf stage, 2,4--D applied before the 4-leaf stage may result in deformed leaves and heads and could reduce yields. MCPA and 2, 4-D amine cause less damage than 2,4-D esters. Do not spray during or after the shot-blade stage. This causes sterility and serious yield losses. Oats can be seriously injured by 2,4-D. Esters amines of MCPA, however, can be applied at any time before the shot-blade stage. If control of heavy infestations of M CP A resistant weeds such as or June 1976 use your is free of and benefit. Feeding value is often reduced by half when hay is exposed to rain. Rapid curling and collection of hay is an important safeguard against severe losses in quality. Grass quality gradually drops from early leaf to the seed stage. Most grasses should be cut the last week in June first week in July at the start of and grass-legume mixtures shold be cut when the legume begins flowering. Legumes have a higher protein and mineral content than ordinary grasses and do not deteriorate as rapidly. Leaf losses occur when legumes are cut and raked for hay; avoid this wherever possible. Good quality hay improves animal health, increases growth and weight gain in the beef herd and cuts the feed bills. Low quality roughage must be offset by feeding grain and/or or flowering. Legumes I protein supple. ments. ures. The Saskatchewan Indlan Russian thistle is necessary and 2,4-D must be used, the amine form rather than the ester form should be applied before the 3-leaf stage, or between the 6-leaf and shot-blade stages. Crop losses due to weeds can be excessive. Weeds compete for light, moisture and soil nut­ rients. They also decrease the value of the harvest­ ed crop. If weeds go to seed, cultivation costs and crop yields will be affected for years to come. For 'complete details on spraying, obtain information and applicable from When hay is baled, haul the bales to the winter site and stack them. Leaving bales in the field to deteriorate is an obvious and unnecessary feeding waste. - A suitable alternative for ordinary haying is sileage. Leaf shattering and weathering losses are reduced to a minimum. Quality sileage can be put up in all kinds of weather and is easily stored for many years. Sileage and hay making pamphlets are available free of charge at yournear­ est Ag. Rep. Office. putting up Pqe47 �SPORTS Weatherman Co-operates At ( Keeseekoose Sports With the . good warm fingers crossed old to sneak rays sun through for of its The hoping some the dark clouds most jubilant horse owner the feature race, 'The Jim Stevenson Memorial Blanket', one who won mile that hung around for the past week, the Keeseekoose Sports Committee held their Annual Sports Day last one-eighth by Philip Keshane. His Keshane, Balateer, Sunday. clear-cut Cries of delight sprung through the throats of the committee as their hopes were rewarded with the sun finally making its �rand entrance through a curtain of clouds early in the afternoon. The committee's main hope was for their race track and the War David who and riding victory on race, over came was son won Buddy won a Dan Keshane's in second and Zip-A-Roni who ran third, owned by Dan Keshane. also ' pay Hector blanket in Stevenson 'memory donated of his the grand­ father Jim Stevenson, who was a top­ notch race horse owner and trainer during the days he was alive and ' active in the big The father and race son tracks. combination of Philip and Buddy Keshane once again took the half-mile thorough­ bred sprint on their speedy fleetNext Page] [Contlnued on ball diamonds to dry up in order to carry out all events without-splashing mud and water on the-participants, Thanks to the sun, the horses were able to run, the ball players.began to play, and the children gleefully packed the rides the, Lewschuks Midway from Canora had to offer. The spectators and participants were good weather and all sportsground was dustless and dry enough. all treated to went well as the Keshane must have had something worthwhile to celebrate as his horse came in the money in every Dan , race in the thoroughbred racing. In the quarter mile sprints, his horses, Olympia Stride, Flite Instructor, Lucky 'n Wise came in first, second, and third consecutively. In the six furlong race, Mr. Keshane's horse Triple Dare came in first followed by Art Head's More Ribot, and Philip Keshane's On a Stage who came in third. Page 48 and jubilation for winning six PhUip Keshane showing his appreciation Keshane is the jockey. race at St. PhUip's Sports Day. Hls son Buddy furlong - � The Saskatchewan Indian June 1916 �SPORTS [Centfnned from Last Pagej . . Flame Carried From P.A. To Duck Lake footed Road Maker. Philip Kes­ hane's brother Dan Keshane follow­ ed up on Lucky 'n Wise and Olympia Stride, second and third. The large Indian pony race was ' won by Ken Ellison; second Jimmy Fiddler; and third Andy Keshane. Clayton Friday's horse came in first in the small Indian pony race. Greg Quewezance came in second, while Carl Quewezance took third. In the Men's Fastball events, it was the Kamsack Royals making a clean sweep over Ebenezer and the Cote Rejects in the finals. Kamsack outscored the underdog Royals by a score of 4 to 1 to take hom the first prize , money of $200. All the first round losers were still able to take home some money, but had to take the 'B' side in the Men's fastball events. Ebenezer made it look easy coasted to a 11-1 victory special event took place May 30 Treaty 6 and the when a group of 18 Olympics, runners carried the Olympic flame from Prince Albert to Duck Lake. Nine students from the Prince Albert Student Residence and nine students from the Duck L a k e Student Residence ran a total of' 36 miles. , Sports and Recreation Director for the Prince Albert Student Residence Roy Kingfisher runners busy getting the early in the after- was started noan.rup�bxstudents mately two at Macdowell. Leland Michel the first runner and was also the captain of the team. The Duck Lake students took over half-way point. Moses Sewap ran 7.7 miles in 18 minutes to the finishing line. at the . Claude Lambert, Sports and Recreation Director for the Duck Lake Student Residence stated that­ the children have been in practice since May 1. Besides two miles / miles to the point was half-way taking part in this run of each, these students have proven the task off participation. they as Roblin the 'B' side tinals. Ebenezer took home $100 for their efforts. The St. Philip's Ladies fastball team walked all over the Badgerville Junior Girls and the entrant from Pelly to take home the Ladies Fast­ ball Championship. The final score was St. Philip's 27 and Pelly 14. The little guys provided some baseball events with St. Philip's hosting Kamsack in the Mosquitos and Preeceville in the Beavers. Karn­ sack defeated St. Philip's 0-4 and Preeceville over the latter 13-11. Chief Felix Musqua and his administration staff members; Band Administrator Hector Stevens 0 n, Welfare Administrator Hubert Que­ and Recreation Director wezance, Albert Keshane volunteered to let the people take shots at them in the Dunk Tank. For the Chief and his stan, it was a very wet experience while the crowd gathered round to witness this hilar­ ious side show. They wer� the only ones who got wet that day in spite of menacing dark patches of clouds passing overhead once in a while. To wrap the day sucess, amusic group from Saskatoon called "Great Spirit" provided some entertain­ ment. One can bet the people had something to dance about as, the rain that was feared to appear did not come that day. over . The Saskatchewan Indian A to commemorate June 1976 I.:AST OAK THIRD ANNUAL. RODEO Friday, July 9, 7 PM, I Cowessess Arena events: Saddle Bronc Bare Back Bull Riding Steer Wrestling Ladies Barrel Racing Ladies Goat Tying Team Roping Junior Break-away Riding eeA REGLA TIONS AND RODEO RULES send entries and information to: CHIEF LOUIS TAVPOTATE BOX 369 BROADVIEW* SASK. PHONE 696-2925 , Page 49 �SPORTS Onion Lake ·Holds I I H(Jckey.Aw.ard Night Onion Lake hockey - season The Border Chiefs was again once a successful year which ended officially recently with a banquet and awards night. The Indian community situated about 30 miles north of Lloydmin­ ster, is noted for its hockey develop' ment. Border Chiefs, members of the Sask.-Alta. Hockey League, have hockey tournaments in Saskatchewan and also in Alberta. Minor hockey was also given recognition by the band. From the Tom Thumbs on, presentations were made to each player. A club jacket was presented this year instead of trophies; captured . Individual Border Chief winners inc] uded ;' Arnold Chief, . WIN TqP CITIZEN AWARDS Alec Harper [left] holding Sportsman and Citizen awards, in the middle is Archie Miller, and Mary Fox [right] holding Woman of the Year award. man; Cameron the year; Hubert top defence­ rookie of Muskego, Cardinal, IContlnued most im- on Next Page] \ Minor hockey Page SO players display club jackets presented to them. The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �SPORTS �--�----�----------------------------------------------------------------------------[Continued from Last Pagej, proved player; Randy Whitstone, most valuable player. A special presentation was made to Arsene Cardinal for the use of his school bus. Throughout the hockey season, the school bus was ready for. transporting. Other special presentations in­ cluded top citizen and sportsman awards, both were presented to Alec Harper. The lady of the year award presented to Mrs. Mary Fox. The fan of the year was also present­ ed that night. Gabe Mason was awarded the trophy. was Archie 'Chief Little Bear' Miller given special recognition by the band Well known by the Indian people of the community, he will always occupy a place in their hearts. was . Special guest - � at the banquet was a former player of the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League. Larry Leach, coach of Lloydminster Border Blazers, gave a brief inspiring hockey messasge. "With determination and dedication, you can crack the top hockey clubs," he said. On hand were some players of the Border Blazers hockey team. First Banquet Held For Golden Hawks By ROLAND DESJARLAIS On the 7th of May of this year, the well respected and most popular of all Indian hockey clubs, the super "Hawks" from Gordons Reserve, held their very first banquet since the organization had gotten established five years ago. The banquet which was held at the Punnichy Memorial Hall, flourished with the delicacy of mild manner and fashion. The head table guests, of course, were none other than the notorious Hawks, the three most deadly lines, the axe, the battery and the young rookies. Among the 200 table guests and .others along the corridors, talk was centred on which flashy player would receive the Most Valuable Player award. The award went to Edward Bitter­ Along with that, various other trophies were presented by the people who had donated them. Being the Master of Ceremonies, gave me the most exciting experience of the evening program. nose. team The many invited guests showed the appreciation for the club by friendly smiles and standing ovation. The Hawks once again will hit the hockey trail in the near future and promise to be as most competitive as : possible. I Some of the hockey The Saskatchewan Indian people who attended the sports awards night. June 1976 PageSl �SPORTS .Sports'Awards Presented At St. Phillip's.Wind-Up �1 Linus Westburg, a sportscaster from C.K.O.S. Television, Yorkton, was on hand as the guest speaker at the St. Philip's Sports Wind-Up held recently at the Keeseekoose Reserve. Mr. Westburg has been in very close contact with members of the Keeseekoose Band in the past few especially the hockey tourna­ annually by the band at Esterhazy. years, ment held Linus Westburg's message Keeseekoose athletes about thing play". that was sports is to the. "The main want to to He built up his topic and speech around encouraged the a keen interest in their children in all endeavours. to take .parents Mr .. Westburg in 'Tony Cote presenting Sports Wind-Up. an award to a happy Maureen Musqua at St. Phllip"s also the helped rio u s presenting gathering winners in to the trophy .trophies baseball, fastball, hockey, and even v a ca�d games. The most significant winners of trophies in minor baseball were the Most Valuable Players of'- each division. In the Beavers, the winner was Vernon Durocher, while in the Mosquito Division, the hap p y awardee was Bobby Severight. In the Senior Ladies and Men's Fastball, the Most Valuable award Musqua forthe St. Philip's Bluettes, Dalphine Quewez­ went to Maureen ance for the Keeseekoose Kesettes, George Quewezance for the Keesee­ koose Reds, Leslie Stevenson for the St. Philip's Blues and Aubrey Quew­ ezance for the St. In the minor Valuable Player Philip's K.K.'s. I divisions, the Most award winners were Flloyd Stronquill for the Pee-wees, Kenward Stronquill for the Bantams , of Keeseekoose, awarding Big Albert Keshane, Recreation Director to Goalie trophy Andy Quewezance. Top and Norbert Keshane for the Juven­ iles. The minor Coach of the Year was given' to Wally Straightnose while the Goalie of the Year was given to Andy Quewezance. The Saskatchewan Indian June 1976 �________ --------------------�----------------------------�n; SPORTS I [Continued from Last PageJ In Senior Hockey, the' Outstand­ ing Player award was given to Hubert Quewezance for the St. Philip's Flyers who played in the North West Commercial Hockey League. For the St. Philip's Rangers who played in the South Saskatchewan Nat i v e Hockey League, Arthur Shingoose was picked as the Most Valuable Player to his team. The Executive of the Year award given to -the manager of the St. was Philip's Rangers hockey Musqua. In card team Roy' the Cribbage Ralph Straightnose and Maureen Musqua while the Whist Championship was given to Rosaline Severight and Alvina Mus­ Champions games, were - Sbin2(]IOSe "�,&�j receiving Most Valuable Player award from DenzU plays hockey for St. PhUip's Rangers. qua. Fort A La Corne 85th ANNUAL SPORTS DAY AND RODEO ' ,,5 miles north Sunday � T�t\ OLD r,lVIE - f:/OOI.IIV S�S�O� \,\0'" 10U� , �1. � CJ () _ g � 0 '" ��. s: �� . � � ��� �� _ G �� G �� f/.� GRAND �o� FINALE IS A BIG DANCE . ADMISSION:' Adults \ to 864-3292 f/.� C-9.q� 864-9893 KWAGON RACIIV 8 $2.00 Students $1.00 Children under 12 Cars or �,01. ...\G cw· c'(-.f>; �:'(COMPETITIONSCHoc phone entries The Saskatchewan Indlan July� J J W 0 �« Beatty} cr· � "� of FREE $.50 June 1976 PageS3 , • ; �SPORTS .Athletes Honored At Badgerville's Wind-Up recently, Badgerville held its seventh Sports Wind-up in where the highest honour was given to the Just athletes of the year. In the male division, honoured with plaque by a Joanne Badger. Faye is better Bantam known girl's pitcher. as the Cote Last year at a .. 12 years of age, Faye pitched her way into the F .S.1. Bantam's finals, but lost out.. Also from last mere year, she had pitched against women Joseph presented with a plaque by Margaret Cote as the Best Whitehawk was All-around Athlete division. years old is on one the Pee-Wee the Top in the male Whitehawk at 12 Joseph of the better players hockey team winning Point Getter in that cate­ Whitehawk was also a Mr. gory. provincial champion boxer in his, weight division and has never lost one fight in 20 starts. to Little Joe Whitehawk is looked up as a leader who takes the initiative organize to games or ball else to games, football play. hockey on a slough during the winter at the little village of Tinyville. Joe has the talents to be one a: Recreation Director of these fine days. The female division's' Athlete of the Year Faye award 13-year-old part as an All­ Sportswoman, Faye was went to Cote. For her around Badger [left] awarding Top Badgerville Wind· Up. Joan Guest Speakers Bruce �edherst [left], Dept. of Culture and Youth, and FSI Sports Director Ray Ahenakew. PageS4 Female Athlete of Cote to Faye Cote at trophy winner Presley Sblngoose [left] being trophy by FSI Sports 'Director Ray Ahenakew. Memorial awarded The Saskatchewan indian June 1976 �SPORTS [Continued from Last Page] many years her senior in various tournaments and in exhibit ion games. Even during the hockey season, Faye is talented, in several hockey games and exhibition games, Faye scored the most for the Cote, goals girls. She was honoured with a trophy by her coach James White­ hawk in this regard. There were over 47 trophies that were given out to various talented people in all activities. The most significant was given to the Best Minor Sports Supporter in John F. Cote, who has several grandchildren playing in the minor teams. Junior The Minor Coach of the Year given to was Keewatin George who coached the Pee- Wees in the 495 League. The Hockey Fan of the Year who put his cheering talents into the game of hockey was John M. Friday, an elderly citizen of the Cote Res­ Ladies Raise Money Realizing that the arena would lose some of its revenue, Margaret Rose Cote and Beverly decided to A couple of hard working ladies who sacrificed endless hours behind the concession booth at the Cote take the initiative to cession open to the Arena this past winter presented a huge cheque to the arena fund just often keep this hungry and thirsty paying public. con­ very After expenses and paying out various bills, the girls came out $3,000 ahead. They recently present­ ed this amount to the Cote Arena Fund at the Badgerville Sports Wind-up. / On Behalf of the Are n a I recently. com- mittee, Secretary-Treasurer 0 I g a Stusick was only too 'glad to receive this money to help lighten up the outstanding bills owed by the Cote Arena Fund. Mrs. Margaret Cote, the Cote Reserve's Secretary, and Beverly Cote, the reserve's Clerk raised a total of $3,000 to go towards the much needed Cote Arena Fund. The two ladies spent hour after hour catering to the spectators who came to witness some hockey action at the Cote Arena this past winter. Prior to their take-over, the Cote Culture Club decided to let the concession go because of lack of help and heavy committments. erve. The Most Deadly Player of the Year which really means the worst hockey player from the Cote Reserve was given to Lloyd Brass. Lloyd play­ ed for the Cote Selects Seniors who were the F.S.1. Senior, 'A' Champ­ ions and who were the South Sask­ atchewan Native Hockey League Champions for the 1975-76 season. The Cote Selects were also very successful in winning various hockey tournaments last winter. The Memorial Winners in the Minor hockey teams were given to Calvin Cote of the Mighty Mites who took the Chief Gabriel Cote award, Bryant Cote took the Pvt. W. J. Bryant Memorial for the Pee- Wees, Sam Langan took the Chief Joe Cote Memorial trophy for the Midgets, while Earl Cote the Peter the Juveniles. the Memorial won Badger Memorial for In Senior hockey, Division winner was Stuart Severight winning the Robert Badger Memor­ ial trophy for his part with the Cote Rejects, while the Cote Selects goalie Presley Shingoose took the Chief .John Severight Memorial trophy. Cote Arena Treasurer Olga Stusick [centre] Rose Cote [left] and from Beverley Cote. receiving cheque from Margaret " Subscribe For to subscriptions, ACHIMOOWIN!! write the editor in care James Smith LEAP Box 750 of: Project KINISTINO, Saskatchewan SOJ IHO The paper is 20 cents per copy, or a yearly subscription rate ofS3.50. I Page SS �SPORTS Sweetgrass Field School For Federal ) Wins Track ,Meet Sweetgrass Elemen­ captured the Johnstone Sweetgrass tary School - over-all winners of the annual North Battleford District In­ dian Elementary School track and field meet which was held recently. Sweetgrass Indian reserve, about. 15 miles west of North Battleford, finished with 287 points and Mos­ quito Reserve with 190 points. Rose Johnstone of Sweetgrass, donor of the Johnstone trophy, said trophy as the track meet was initiated this year so that reserve schools 'of even enroll­ ments could compete on an equal basis. Individual winners were each received a shield: Boys five and six years Standinghorn, 12 points, grass; Boys Melton follows, and Wapass, 21 seven Boys nine S Gaylord' wee t - Field Day for the Fed�ral School-s held on Friday, June 4, at the Standing Buffalo School. Schools was eight years points, Mos­ - and ten years bert, 24 points, competing were Pasqua, Muscowpe­ tung, Standing Buffalo, and Peepee­ Ray - kisis. Due to road conditions and the storm the night before, the Piapot School did not make this event. Al­ Sweetgrass: Boys eleven and twelve years Ira Bird, 17 points, Mosquito; Boys thirteen years Ralph Albert, 26 points, Sweetgrass. - The highest aggrevate poi n t trophy was won by Pasqua with Mus­ cowpetung second, Standing Buffalo - I third, and Debbie Girls five and six years 'Weenie, 23 points, Sweetgrass; Girls seven and eight years Ivy Armstrong, 18 points, Mosquito; Girls nine and ten Carla Fineday, total fourth. The Peepeekisis - number of each school points received by divided by the number of - contestants of the same school was the formula used to arrive at the winner of this trophy. In age groups, the athletes with the highest points were as follows: - points" Sweetgrass: and twelve years Stone, 14 points, Sweet­ Girls eleven Bridgette - Schools quito; 23 as Day. grass; Girls Wapass, - .Boys from thirteen years Car 26 points, Mosquito. - 0 I 6 and under Jason - Ryder Standing Buffalo; Boys 6 and under enary from Pasqua; Boys 8 and under Bonnie Court­ - - Warren Good­ will from Standing Buffalo; Girls 8 and under Lucy Adams from Pasqua; Warren Boys 10 and under from Keepness Muscowpetung; - - Girls McKay Boys ness 10 and under Karen from Peepeekisis; 12 and under Aaron Keep­ - - from Girls Muscowpetung; 12 and under Miranda - Kahnapace from Pasqua; Boys 14 and under Oral Dubois - from Pasqua; Girls 14 and under I Joy Redwood - from Pasqua; John Des­ Boys 15 and under nomie from Peepeekisis; - 1 Girls 15 and under (a tie) Joan Desnomie from Peepeekisis, and Sandra Kahnapace from Pasqua. - girl receiving the highest points was Joy Redwood from Pasqua and the boy was Oral Dubois from Pasqua. Each received individual trophies. The number of . TRACK MEET WINNERS Top point-getters at the Sweetgrass and Mosquito track and field meet. PageS8 j. In softball,. the Pee-Wee and Junior division was won by Standing Buffalo and the Senior division won by Pasqua. The Saskatchewan Indlan June 1976 �Saying It For Saskatchewan Indians MOCCASIN TELEGRAPH CJNB CKBI CFAR North Battleford Sunday, 5:00 p.m. Prince Albert Saturday, 6:00 p.m. Flin Flon, Manitoba Monday, 8:00 p.m. CJVR Melfort Thursday, 6:00 p.m. CJGX Yorkton Tuesday, CKSA Lloydmlnster Sunday, 10:30 Telling 8:00 p.m. CKRM Regina Wednesday, a.m. if like if is on seven 7 :30 p.m. weekly radio stations �REATYNO.6 Calendar of Events � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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