https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/25945/archive/files/834d22e735c6eace066bf26e9f2f5570.pdf?Expires=1785369600&Signature=sVlvfsgSVtp41qN2QG-HqModVhStLfgbnOkiNgbxeDKPBN7MPCE5AxRDJ2bjAoZ5zLwrGEHyf%7EEDTeKef4ln7v0fi1cLFKrvZ-2Sp-A%7E0iRESyQxpB8X5JqfNScuw1OV9FTuO-x73SR-YLDHj2uMfTsLzKqbrSJI8BPoFqrN%7EFPJI1J4Inhphoh%7EfFZ1rGp4mhTCXDDl6evdtFkeubSOjBRnJFkqd5LLKpuphmh9%7E-9WqIElObdKnczWhNmrhqeyIpWINSRrcX7uYjlJVsy4LAHIpY9tq8lZuoJZwGu2YQt8oqvt%7E-LqokPeaOiibQjOjyplI0N9zkdp6msNvIXQZQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 789875369c89ccc5240a9481b2d3ad8a PDF Text Text �May Sakipakaw-pisim Budding Moon I Sakipakaw-pisim (budding moon) is a time to make new bows and arrows and baskets. When buds appear on trees, the sap begins to run, and the women move to a stand of maple trees and gather the sap to make syrup. When the maple syrup and sugar has been made, the women call others to a feast. The Elders come to make the offering. Sap is passed around for each guest to sample at the beginning of the feast. It is a very happy festival. The children follow the path to see the maple trees and to learn how trees are tapped and how syrup is made. The women work hard and all their efforts are shared by others. Everyone gets some syrup and sugar to take home. When thunder and lightning is heard and seen for the first time in spring, sweat lodges are constructed to welcome the coming of the Thunderbirds and their rain-making, as givers of all plant life. Without rain, plants die. Berries are eaten after the sweat bath (these berries were dried and such kept for ceremonies). �The Saskatchewan Indian magazine is the official monthly publication of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians (FSI). The editorial offices are located at 1114 Central Avenue, Prince Albert, The Official Monthly Publication of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians MAY 1979 VOLUME 9, NUMBER 5 Saskatchewan S6V 5T2. The has a Class Second magazine Registration, Number 2795 and an International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) 0048-9204. The news magazine is in­ tended to serve as an effective com­ munication vehicle for Indian opinion in the province of Saskatchewan. Since the magazine represents divergent views from Indians in this province, signed ar­ ticles and opinions are the views of the concerned individuals and not necessarily those of the Federation. Submit all materials for publication to the Editor-in-Chief, The Saskatchewan table of contents Daystar Band Fills Tapwe Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 5T2, before the following publication month. 4 5 6 7 8 12 13 15 Post 16 18 19 EDUCATION Onion Lake Graduation Cote/Keeseekoose Upgrading Graduation Punnichy Graduation Mosquito Honors Graduate Oliver Cameron, New SICC Principal EDITORIAL BOARD Sol Sanderson Cliff Starr Cuthand Doug 3 Classifieds Pow-wows Cree Bits & Pieces Agricultural News Indian, 1114 Central Avenue, Prince the 30th of each month for 2 Former FSI Chief Receives Medal Editorial P.A. District Chiefs Meet Treaty Day At John Smith Kahkewistahaw Talent Show Charge of Neglect Refuted Communications Department Profile DIRECTOR of COMMUNICATIONS Alex Greyeyes 244-1146 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Library Department Report (SICC) Summer Student Employment Program I.T.E.P. Revised and Extended The Sask. Indian Federated College EDITOR-in-CHIEF Louise Cuthand ST AFF REPORTERS Ruth Ahenakew Saskatoon District CHILDREN International Year Of The Child 764-3411 Archie Legend King 445-6126 Morley Watson Yorkton District SPORTS Cote Hockey Wind-up Little Pine Awards Night / Lyla Lavallee File Hills-Qu' Appelle District 764-3411 Naomie Seib Meadow Lake District 236-5654 PRODUCTION Thomas Bob Troff Edgar Kathy Ahenakew 50 52 54 55 56 : Sports Commentary Patuanak Wins Hockey Tourney 525-9842 Florence Poorman Prince Albert District 47 Pen Pals A Story Of Survival (article) North Battleford District 696-2428 36 38 This month's cover was done by Raymond McCallum. Ray, is from the Meadow Lake District and is employed as an illustrator by the Saskatchewan Indian Cultural College's Curriculum Studies and Research Department. Along with his duties as illustrator, Ray has contributed to the artistic finery of the Saskatchewan Indian Cultural College Calendar and numerous readers, books of legends and covers put out by the College. Ray, a skilled artist and patient young man, takes pride in the delicate finery of his artwork as is shown on this cover. RADIO Keith Howell Producer 764-3411 244-1146 - I The Saskatchewan Indian � Page 1 PRaVI CIAL LIBRARY �FORMER FSI CHIEF RECEIVES ORDER OF CANADA MEDAL Dr. David Ahenakew, of Prince Albert, former Chief of the Federa­ tion of Saskatchewan Indians, was recently presented with the insignia of Member of the Order of Canada, by Governor-General Ed Schreyer at Government House in Ottawa. The Order of Canada was established in 1967 to recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of endeavour and Dr. Ahenakew was appointed as a member on December 18, 1978. During Dr. Ahenakew's lO year reign as Chief, the Federation of Saskatchewan Indians accomplished several tasks. These include a 1972 report entitled "Indian Education in Saskatchewan", which outlined the unsatisfactory situation affecting the education of Indians in the pro­ vince. Since then, there have been major improvements in the educa­ tion of Saskatchewan Indians. In 1972, the Federation establish­ ed Saskatchewan Indian the Cultural College. In less than four it collaborated with the years, Saskatchewan Department of Con­ tinuing Education in the establish­ ment of the Saskatchewan Indian Community College, with Dr. Ahenakew as one of the original board members. In PHOTOS COURTESY OF NATIONAL INDIAN BROTHERHOOD 1976, The Saskatchewan In­ dian Federated College was established at the University of Regina. In that same year, David Ahenakew was presented with an honorary LL.D. by the University of Regina. Dr. Ahenakew is a founding member of the National Indian Brotherhood and a member of the NIB Executive Council. He was in­ volved with the Indian Education Legislation Committee, as well as the Indian Act Revision Committee. He also participated on a three member policy committee and task force which studied new approaches to Indian Administration. The other two members were Mr. Arthur Kruger, Deputy Minister of Indian Affairs, and Dr. Lloyd Barber, University of Regina. He was a member of the NIB -United Nations Committee with observer status and a member of the World Indigenous Peoples Council. Born in 1933, Dr. Ahenakew was raised on a farm on the Sandy Lake Indian Reserve. Sandy Lake is one of the four Bands in the Shellbrook Indian Agency. Page 2 The Saskatchewan Indian �Childhood is the most wonderful time of life. It is the Springtime of our a shame to waste it years. As Mark Twain said, "youth is such a wonderful thing its on children." This is the year the United Nations has proclaimed as the year of the child. This is the year that we reflect on our most important asset, our .children, the next E n generation. Our recent past illustrates our concern for our children. �s more and more bands have moved to take over their education, health or social programs the for our children." message has been loud and clear. "We are doing this The move to establish Indian Government is a move that we may not realize the full benefits of until a generation from now. Once again it is our children who I T will be the recipients. But what about today? What is life like for an Indian child. Our community facilities are hopelessly inadequate. The price we paid for demanding Indian controlled schools were clusters of portable classrooms that didn't last. In Saskatchewan over half of the Federal schools don't meet the govern­ ments own standards of safety and sanitation. The F.S.I. study of Federal facilities on reserves titled, "Our Children Are Waiting" points out the hopelessly inadequate state of Indian buildings. It is partly this study that we are receiving increased funding for school construction o R I , through A on reserves. Over the years we have lost many Indian children through adoption into non­ Indian homes. The Indian department has failed to maintain their responsibility and has transferred Indian children to provincial jurisdiction. Most of the adopted children don't know that they are Treaty Indians, and that they remain treaty Indian until the age of 21 at which time they can enfranchise if they want to. But the most tragic of all lies in the area of infant mortality. Last year over 70 L Indian children under the age of four died for social and environmental reasons. Many more spent time in the hospital. The diseases that take their toll on our children are pneumonia, bronchitis, stomach disorders and dehydration from diahrea. They are diseases of poor hous­ ing, poor sanitation and poor water supply. If a tragedy such as a fire or a bus accident were to take the lives of 70 children it would be a major disaster and following a period of mourning an enquiry and investigation would be launched with recommendation to be acted on. But instead the 70 children died separately and went unnoticed except for the family and friends. The seriousness and grief is no less. Yes childhood is a wonderful time, but it is also the most vulnerable time of our lives. Our children bear the bunt of our lifestyle problems. The next generation is our most important asset. Our Children Are Waiting. letters to the editor Dear Editor: I'm just bringing to your atten­ tion the caption under one of your photos in the March 1979 issue of The Saskatchewan Indian. Re: Joe Williams, complished Ac­ And Tireless Leader. The top photo A The Saskatchewan Indian depicts five persons standing together with the caption Sakimays Chief Joe Williams on right, stan­ ding with his family. The picture is really Chief Riel Acoose second from right, with his councillors Sam Bunnie, Thomas Kaye, Leona Acoose, and Joe Williams. Please put in a retraction, as I've had a lot of bad publicity because of it. Thank you. - A befuddled reader Dear Editor: It would be great sometimes to see the addition of a full page or two of (trapping, fishing, etc.) all written in Cree, likewise perhaps the children's a little legends, (English Cree) like those "Cree Bits & Pieces", but general social news events, - more - of it! Thanks reading. again for the enjoyable -Leander Fornas Massachusetts Page 3 �Head table guests at a banquet held during the Prince Albert District Chiefs meeting at Montreal Lake included leaders and members of the provincial and territorial organizations. Left to right, Jennifer Mauro, Education Officer, Yukon Native Brotherhood; Crayton Nicholas, Union of New Brunswick Indians; F.S.I. Chief Sol Sanderson; Chief Gilbert Bird, Montreal Lake Band; newly-elected President of Nova Scotia; Billy Two Rivers, Executive Member of the Indians of Quebec; and Mrs. Gilbert Bird. Indian Leaders Need Better Formulas From Indian Affairs MONTREAL LAKE The Prince Albert District Chiefs held its mon­ thly meeting at the gymnasium on May 10 and 11 situated on this In­ dian community. Its residents show­ ed their great hospitality to the visiting Indian leaders. One of the major issues was hous­ ing which is in a deplorable state. The Chiefs were presented with a total of 105 units at $12,000 per unit. Gary Wouters of Indian Af­ fairs gave details as to how the allot­ tment was derived at by regional of­ fice of Indian Affairs in Regina. Ac­ cording to Wouters the figures were based on the on-reserve population and the end result was for every 136 people there would be one unit build. Responding to the housing all ott­ - the Indian leaders indicated that the Indian Affairs department was looking after their interests and not the needs of Indians. The housing formula brought for­ ward by the Dept., does not meet ment the needs of the Indian Chiefs and a better formula for housing and health is going to be required. In the development of housing for the Indian people in the northern Page 4 area there are insuffient funds of nearly one-quarter million dollars. It was pointed out by the Indian leaders that Indian Affairs should find sufficient dollars to meet the shortage. The Chiefs formed a committee which would establish an acceptable formula on housing funds for the district. The present formula is get­ ting more confusing to the various Indian Chiefs. The Chiefs require more control over issues involving housing and health and also refused the piece-meal deal being offered by lAB. Various Indian Affairs staff at­ tending the meeting did not have a clear picture of any funds being ad­ ded in housing for the Indian peo­ ple. Creation of Canada Man­ power Centre (CMC) presenting its plans at the meeting were rejected by the Indian leaders. Cited were stipulations of various programs that do not apply to Indian reserves. The many Chiefs were looking for long term funding and more con­ trol. Funds for L.E.A.P. of CMC would not serve the needs of the In­ dian leaders required for housing. Job According to CMC this program is to create employment and after the funds are spent there is no guarantee of future jobs. "We stand on different places on the housing business of funding for we do not qualify from any of these programs" said Chief Gilbert Bird of the Montreal Lake Indian Band. Taxation was another issue ques­ tioned by many of the band members. Indian Affairs was accus­ ed of irresponsibility. Tax exemp­ tion is a treaty right which was made 100 years ago. Solomon Sanderson of FSI stated that there was an agreement made by the Minister of Indian Affairs with several Indian organizations that this tax exemption would be honored. The Indian leaders policies were told there health, housing, and taxation for the Indian people were no on and which has been matter a controversial for many years. Not forgotten are the people behind the scerie, such as the womanfolk of the Indian communi­ ty who supplied the delicious meals throughout meetings. the two days of -FLORENCE POORMAN The Saskatchewan Indian �Traditionally dressed band members, dignitaries put on show for youth. Treaty Day Made Special Event By Band Planners at John Smith was for the 480 members of very exciting the band who received their pay­ ment May 8th, 1979. The special ceremony was re-enacted in much the same style as 100 years ago. Chief Dave Knight, of John Smith, Emil Korchinski, Dept. of Indian Affairs, Regina and other dignitaries joined the members of the band outside the band hall for a Treaty Day Pow-wow. Chief Dave Knight, in presenting to the audience said "This is to show the young people what happened one hundred years ago when the Treaty was signed." He was dressed in the traditional style with a feather head dress and leather garb. Youngsters dressed in beaded clothes joined their Chief. Chief John Diefenbaker, M.P. for Prince Albert who came for the special occasion joined in the pow­ greetings Chiefs Dave Knight and John G. Diefenbaker share honours. TREATY DAYS June June June June June June June June 4 4 5 5 6 7 11 12 June 13 June 14 MEADOW LAKE DISTRICT Makwa Sahgaiehcan 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Flying Dust 11:00 a.m. Joseph Bighead - 4:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. Island Lake Canoe Lake Waterhen Lake Portage La Loche Tumor Lake Buffalo River English River wow. The actual was signing and Treaty performed inside the payment band office. This historical event is an annual payment of five dollars to each Treaty Indian in Saskat­ chewan. A noon luncheon was served by the ladies of the community. -FLORENCE POORMAN Page 5 �Music And Song Winning Combination THE FOR ASSOCIATION NATIVE DEVELOPMENT IN THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS The Kahkewistahaw Recreation Board sponsored a Talent Show, Friday, March 16th, 1979, which was held in the reserve's new Educa­ tion Complex. announces its 6th ANNUAL SUMMER THEATRE SCHOOL WHAT? A live-in school for young Native people to learn the fundamentals of Ac­ ting, Speech, Set Design, Lighting, Make-up, Playwriting, etc. WHEN? Tuesday, July 3rd to Tuesday, July 31st, 197C) WHERE? "Kirnbercote" Farm, Heathcote, Ontario, a 100 acre site located in the beautiful Beaver Valley, 100 miles Northwest of Toronto. Next Kahk's WHO? Young Native people from anywhere and over. Daily Experience in Canada who is not necessary, instruction will be just a are 17 years of age keen desire to learn. given by professionals. HOW TO APPLY? As enrollment is limited, request your application form as soon as possible from: James H. Buller, A.N.D.P.V.A., 27 Carlton Street, Ste. 208, Toronto, Ontario. M5B 1L2 The deadline for applications is June 8th, 1979 A registration fee of $25.00 has been set... Accommodation and meals are provided for the durat-ion of the School. Visits to Stratford or Shaw Festivals will be arranged through the School.. upon request ,Schol�rships for Travel .. _available ... Why Why do we wait till a person's gone Before we tell his worth? Why do we wait, why not tell him now He's the finest man on earth? Why do we wait till a person's gone To send him flowers galore, When a single rose would have mean much If we'd taken it to his door? Why do we wait till he cannot hear The good things that we might say? Why put it off, why not tell him now And share in his joy today? Of course we're busy, that's our ex-cuse, But why, oh why do we wait To tell a person our love for him Until it becomes too late? 6 to take the stage were Sparvier Brothers. Younger Bernie provided the vocals to "Saturday Night Fever" while own older brother Tim disco-ed. The crowd loved young Bernie and gave the boys a thunderous round of ap­ plause upon completion of their act. The third act was from the Key Reserve, where the Brass Brothers, Sterling and Elmer, played the guitar and fiddled respectively. Sterling is not only a good politi­ cian, but also an accomplished guitar picker. The next act entitled "Polly Dar­ ton's Class", a comedy skit, delighted the crowd, as the local clown's put on quite a show. Jerry Ladoucher appeared next, along with his bassist Willi Topinka from Whitewood. This very talented so QUOTE Page The capacity crowd, watched and listened to eight different acts. The performers vied for one of the three cash prizes offered by the sponsors. M.C. for the evening was Recrea­ tion Director, Robin Alexson. The show got underway with female vocalist Heather Bear of Whitewood singing two very well received gospel songs. performer has appeared on local television and was a big hit with the entire gathering. Fort Qu' Appelle's Mike Good­ will, who is quite an accomplished actor as he proved in "Polly Dar­ ton's Class". is also a very good fiddle-player, and he gave the gathering a couple of numbers of toe-tappin music. Jeri-Lynn Breaker of Marieval who was a last minute entry, showed the folks what jigging is all about, as she put on a splendid jigging exhibi­ tion. Elder Gilbert of Broadview was next as he sang a couple of his own songs which had a lot of Indian flavour to them. He also formed a Pow-Wow group. which closed the evening with two Pow-Wow songs. Continued The Saskatchewan Indian �MUSIC AND SONG Continued For a new group they sure were well rehearsed, and the crowd· let them know that they appreciated every minute of it. Judges Carol Lavallee, Alfred Lavallee and Elder Gilbert, after ten minutes deliberation, awarded 1st place to Jerry Ladoucher of Whitewood, who took home $100.00, second to female vocalist Heather Bear who received $75.00, and 3rd to Elmer and Sterling Brass who received $50.00 for their fine efforts. M.C. Robin Alexson thanked the �erformers and crowd for taking time out to come, and help make the Kahk, Recreation Board Talent Show a success. The evening closed with Ivan McNabb and his Cultural College Band providing the music. -MORLEY WATSON JULY 12, 1979 Battlefords Indian Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 250 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Y1 In conjunction with the official opening of the Battlefords Indian Health Centre Inc., we are planning to publish a souvenir booklet which will contain the history of the Health Centre, pictures of the Board of Directors, Advisory Board members and the staff. To offset our printing costs, we are soliciting advertisements and/or messages of congratulations from reserves, government departments, business establishments and other service agencies and organizations. We would appreciate any contribution you may wish to consider. The costs are as follows: Full page $50.00 Half page $25.00 advertising - - Charge Of Neglect Refuted After meeting with Chief Gordon Oakes and the band councillors, the situation of children being neglected on the Nikaneet band was false. A female band member, with 6 children, has been having personal problems. She would leave her children with a babysitter quite regularly. One night, fire destroyed her home. Fortunately, no one was Quarter page $12.50 - - Ron Albert, Executive Director was settled, many of blems would be solved." hurt as the babysitter removed all the children from the home. After realizing what could have happen­ ing, the Chief and band ad­ ministrator talked to the young mother about her problems. Everything seemed fine until the story of child neglect appeared in issue the Leader Post. Chief Oakes said. "We have a overcrowded reserve. If our land ple. our pro­ This article was written to inform least the Indians of Saskatchewan how the story happened, with hopes that nothing will appear in leading newspapers again about such drastic circumstances involving Indian peo­ at -LYLA' LAVALLEE Preventive Alcohol and T.B. NOT JUST LONG AGO DISEASE Education Drug Program BY JOYCE GOFORTH Community Health Representative Regina Should Indian people in Saskatchewan be alarmed at recent outbreaks of this disease? I should think so! In the past number of years, many changes have been made regarding treatment of tuberculosis. Most people who may be a suspect cause or an ac­ tive case of tuberculosis can be treated at home with tuberculosis pills, proper rest and diet. Maybe our people do not understand that tuberculosis is spread "like a cold" or flu, sneezing and coughing in early stages; therefore a person who has tuberculosis is a public threat to the rest of the community. Some of our people do not seem to want to help public health workers who are trying to find tuberculosis suspects to get them in for an examina­ tion. Why do our people give misinformation to the workers when they are trying to help a person and keep tuberculosis from spreading? I know of active open cases of tuberculosis where health workers have been looking for a person or persons for the last 3-5 years only to get the run­ around from relatives, friends, etc., and then find the person probably dying with tuberculosis or complications from tuberculosis. Maybe when the Chiefs of reserves have a conference, this could be brought to their attention. We do not want nor need any more tuberculosis cases in Saskatchewan if it can be avoided. The Saskatchewan Indian SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAM - Eight for positions summer students will be available starting July 1 to August 31, 1979. The summer project will be focused on the production of video tapes to be used in schools. We will accept applications from students who are in high school as well as university. Submit applications to: Preventive Alcohol & Drug Education Pro­ gram, clo Robert Ahenakew, Pro­ ject co-ordinator, P.O. Box 3085, SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, S7K 3S9. Page 7 �COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT PROFILE The Communications Program remains largely un­ The only change within the program was the addition of telecable programming which has commenc­ ed on the Saskatoon Station and hopefully will expand to some of the major cities within the Province. Joe Waskewitch is the Co-ordinator of the program. The television programming was designed to contribute general information to our white neighbours, who are sometimes ignorant of the problems we face as Indian people, as well as reminding them of the Rights set out in the Indian Treaties. In regards to The Saskatchewan Indian, we have been averaging 48 pages in each-publication with a press run of 10,500 copies per month. In the future the paper will remain a 48 page publication to run in line with the changed. budget. The present staff consists of a Director, an Editor-in­ Chief, and six reporters,. Alex Greyeyes has taken over as Director of Communications as of May 1st following the resignation of Wayne Ahenakew. Wayne has taken over duties as the Executive Director. Louise Cuthand, former Saskatoon District Reporter, has taken over the editorship of The Saskatchewan Indian since November, 1978. Archie King is the reporter for the North Battleford District while Lyla Lavallee works in the Fort Qu' Appelle Touchwood-File Hills District. - Florence Poorman works in the Prince Albert District and Ruth Ahenakew has just been hired as the reporter for the Saskatoon District. Other recruits to the Com­ munications Program include Naomie Seib, who is the reporter for the Meadow Lake District and Morley Wat­ son for the Yorkton District. Along with the field staff, we also have the production staff working out of the Saskatchewan Indian Cultural College. Edgar Thomas is the Director of Graphic Arts and is the overseer of typesetting, layout and printing. Kathy Greyeyes­ Ahenakew is presently working on typesettng while Bob Troff is the darkroom technician. Both Bob and Edgar do the layout as well. Last but certainly not least is our Communications Secretary, Joyce Schram, who works out of the Prince Albert office. ALEX GREYEYES The Saskatchewan Indian is pleased to announce the recent ap­ pointment of Alex Greyeyes as the Director of Communications. Alex, a former Executive Assis­ tant in charge of Finances and Ad­ ministration, received the appoint­ ment following the resignation of Wayne Ahenakew. Wayne has mov­ ed on as the Executive Director. Mr. Greyeyes joins the staff of Communications with considerable experience having served in dif­ ferent capacities within the Federa- Page 8 ALEX GREYEYES, Communications Director - Keith Howell remains as Radio Producer and is assisted by Lawrence Weenie. Moccasin Telegraph is heard over seven radio stations including CJNB, North Battleford which runs Moccasin Telegraph on Sundays at 5:00 p.m.; CKBI, Prince Albert at 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays; CJGX, Yorkton, Tuesday, 8:00 p.m.; CKRM, Regina, Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.; CFAR, Flin Flon, Monday at 9:00 p.m.; CJNS, Meadow Lake, an addition this year, Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and CJVR, Melfort on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. One area which the Communications program will concentrate on is a section within the paper and radio program called "The Chief Speaks Out". Hopefully this will bring out the concerns and problems the Bands face, plus a concentration of local band meetings. We hope to focus more on the grass roots level which we have strayed away from at times. It is the hope of the Communications Department to provide bands with any information that could be of value to them plus we hope to receive as much feedback from our readers and listeners as possible. tion of Saskatchewan Indians. He first became involved with F.S.I. in 1973 when he worked as the Education Liaison Officer for the Saskatoon District. After serv­ ing in this capacity for some time, he then became directly involved with the Cultural College. He was hired as the Administrative Assis­ tant to the Director of the Cultural College. From there, he moved up the ladder and served as Acting Director for one year before being promoted to the Director of the Cultural College. Alex is known for his wheeling and dealing and should be a great asset the Communications to Department. Alex and wife Vicki have a family of five and reside in the city of Saskatoon. LOUISE CUTHAND Formerly from Kehewin Reserve in Alberta, Louise and her husband Doug and their 6 year old son Lome now live in Prince Albert, Sask. She The Saskatchewan Indian �is a member of the Little Pine Band in the North Battleford District. She moved from Edmonton Alberta to Prince Albert, Sask. in 1972. Her husband, Doug, had ac­ cepted a position with the Federa­ tion of Saskatchewan Indians as Editor of The Saskatchewan Indian. Louise received her first three of education on Kehewin Reserve, her high school education in the nearby town of Bonnyville as well as attending colleges in the town of Vermillion and in the years capital city of Edmonton. Her work experience includes be­ ing secretary for the University of Alberta, Edmonton; Western Regional Office of the Indian and Eskimo Association, Edmonton; and Indian Affairs Task Force in Ottawa but was based on Kehewin Reserve. She was also a social worker for a Halfway Home in Prince Albert. Louise finds being an Editor challenging but quite often JOE WASKEWITCH (above) Joe Waskewitch, originally from Onion Lake Reserve, is our cable­ TV programmer. He came to us last July, from Edmonton after training and working for A.N.C.S. frustrating. FLORENCE POORMAN Florence Poorman from the Poorman's reserve has been with The Saskatchewan Indian since January 1976. She is a reporter for the Prince Albert District and occas­ sionally has to fly to get to some of the reserves. Prior to working for the paper, Florence was working for the Native Women's Association in Prince Albert. While with the Native Women, she was instrumental in helping to set up a women's halfway home in Prince Albert. Florence is a very active woman and has been involved with many different groups. She will go to great lengths to get a story. She has been known to hitch a ride in a ski-doo and at one time managed to get to the office riding a motorcycle. Florence is an avid sports fan. Her two sons, Bob and Earl, were goal tenders for the two Bantam hockey teams formed under the F.S.I. She accompanied Earl to Finland when the team went on an exhibition tour. She is an easy person to recognize. She is the one teasing and joking with everybody. The Saskatchewan Indian Community College in 1976. According to King his interest in reporting lies with the view of presenting things as seen through 'brown eyes' instead of 'blue eyes'. ARCHIE KING (above) Archie King, 37, born on Little Pine Indian reserve is a member of the Luckyrnan Indian Band. The two Indian Bands share the same reserve. King received his early education Saints Indian Residential School situated in the city of Prince Albert. His formal education was receiv­ ed at Prince Albert Collegiate In­ stitute and later completed through evening classes. King joined The Saskatchewan Indian in 1972 and has not looked back since. He took one year off to work with the Saskatchewan Indian at the All RUTH AHENAKEW Ruth Ahenakew is the latest addi­ tion to the Communications Pro­ gram, and will be the reporter for the Saskatoon District. Ruth was employed by the Dept. of Indian Affairs as an Education Councillor in Prince Albert. She is a graduate of the Indian Teacher Education Program and has taught on and off since 1975. Ruth, an eager and outspoken young lady will prove to be an asset in serving the people of the Saska­ toon District, in bringing out the news. Ruth, husband Geoff and their three daughters are from the Sandy Lake Reserve and will be making their home in Prince Albert. NAOMIE SEIB Naomie Seib comes from Deschambault Lake, Saskatchewan. As there was no school at Descham­ bault Lake at that time, she attend­ ed a boarding school at Montreal Lake, Saskatchewan, and on to Page 9 �- ----- ---------------- North Battleford Central High School, North Battleford Saskat­ chewan. Her husband, Ken, and her two boys, Gregory and Dwayne moved Meadow Lake four years ago. Since that time, she has taken a business course at the vocational school. Then in 1977, she took a two-year course at Prince Albert through the Community College there. This course consisted of human services training, life skills coaching, small business manage­ ment and economic development. She graduated in April of 1978. Naomie has worked in office related positions, as well as, to numerous years as a community development worker. "This type of work can be rewarding but it can also be very frustrating", she add­ ed. She said "Since I started working with this paper, I had to learn so many things and it seems it never comes to an end. It has been a great learning process for me. It's a challenge I 'might add." EDGAR THOMAS LYLA LA VALLEE My high school days were spent in Lebret, Moose Jaw and Fort Qu' Appelle. Graphic Arts Co-ordinator write out the story. sometimes it may take you a day and sometimes a week before you have finished your story. I NAOMIE SEIB Meadow Lake Reporter MORLEY WATSON Morley Watson, The Saskat­ chewan Indian's own reporter for the Y orkton District is also a coun­ cillor for the Ochapowace Band. On top of these two full time jobs, he finds the time to play for the Regina Molsons. He used to be the Ochapowace's Power Chief until he was discovered and drafted as the 3rd baseman by the Molsons. Morley used to be the Recreation Director for the band before joining the Molson team. While with this team he was employed at Kyle's Sporting Goods in Regina. attended Business College in Saskatoon taking a secretarial and accounting course for a year. My first job was with the Depart­ ment of Indian Affairs in Meadow Lake where I worked as a stenographer trainee for about seven months. After writing some tests with the Provincial government, I worked as a clerk typist for five years in two different depts. I left and started employment with the Department of Indian Affairs in Fort Qu' Appelle and left there in 1973. I started as a reporter for the Touchwood File Hills Qu' Appelle District in 1975. I have worked in this area since except for holiday of ten months in 1977-78. Working as a reporter can be a interesting career. At times, it can be very demanding and yet at times very rewarding. very A reporter can be seen many places. After covering an event, the job has only begun. You then have to try and think in logical order and ------------------------- - I realize some reporter is people think being easy job but believe me it isn't. My hours are spent in seclusion thinking how to write it a an up. I also feel sorry for the staff with families. Sometimes you have to ig­ nore your family to go and get some events covered ings. Being a on weekends or even­ reporter means your time is not your own. Writer, reseacher, listener, photographer and secretary are some of the duties a reporter has to undertake. All in all it is rewarding at times. Kathy Greyeyes-Ahenakew Kathy, 22 years old, is from the Sandy Lake Reserve and has been with the Cultural College since July 1977. She began in the Graphic Arts Department taking care of the Col­ lege's xeroxing and book making needs. As of January 1978 she has been employed by the Communica­ tions Department, and is in charge of the typesetting for The Saskat- --- --------------- ---------- --------------.--�--- �----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BOB TROFF Bob Troff presently works with the newspaper production staff of The Saskatchewan Indian. The development and printing of this newspaper's photo is his mainstay as well as layout work when each month's deadline draws near. Bob is from Norquay, a small town north-east of Y orkton and has taken his university training at Regina. He first came to the Cultural Col­ lege in Saskatoon in 1975 as a script­ writer and researcher for the audio­ visual department and has been in­ volved in much of the department's production work including, the Treaty Six film and the elders books. KATHY GREYEYES-AHENAKEW magazine. She also does typesetting for other depart­ chewan Indian Curriculum Studies which produce books, and Indian Language Dept. which put out readers and flash cards. Prior to joining the College, Kathy completed her grade 12 and 2 years of Indian Art under the in­ struction of Harry Lafond, Tom Severson and the late Sarain Stump. Kathy and husband, Alex have one daughter, Canna-Lynn and presently reside in Saskatoon. ments such as Typesetter also an avid "I count the time spent travelling among Indian people as some of the most important educa­ tion of my life," Bob says. Photography, carpentry and sail­ ing boats under wind power are Bob's major passtimes when weather and time permit. His picture is taken in front of a hockey player for the in winter and in spr­ Beardy's ing/summer plays 2nd base for 1st divi­ Brodsky's Construction team chart that lists some of the kinds of type used in typesetting The Saskat­ chewan Indian. - sion fastball team. In the summer of 1977, he travelled to Oklahoma to play ball with the Beardy's Medallions. Edgar and wife Violet have one son, Ian, 2 years and make their home in Saskatoon. EDGAR THOMAS Edgar Thomas, Co-ordinator of the Graphic Arts Department, is from the Beardy's Reserve and has been with the Saskatchewan Indian Cultural College since May, 1974. Prior to joining the College, Edgar, a grade 12 graduate was employed by the Prince Albert Daily Herald working in the capacity of printers apprentice. Edgar is in charge of putting out Saskatchewan Indian magazine, and does much of the layout, typesetting and organizing of materials. Besides looking after our monthly publication, he has to The deal with putting out books, readers and numerous cards and folders for the College. Aside from his duties as co­ ordinator, Edgar a sports fan, is. . Newspaper Production BOB TROFF . ------ - --�---�------- - --- -- -- ------ ------------------------ The Saskatchewan Indian -- --- - --- --_ - - -_-- -- ---- - - - -- Page 11 �Daystar Band Fills Post A by-election for the position of Chief for the Daystar Band was held at the end of March. This was due to the death of the late Steven Kapay who passed away at the end of February. Elected to this position was Tony Kinequon, narrowly defeating his only opponent, Cameron Kinequon, by a vote of 22-19. Mr. Kinequon will be in office until December 1979 when band election for Chief and Councillors will take place. Chief Kinequon was a band employee as a water and sanitation officer before taking the position of leader of this community. He is married and has five children. His wife is the community health worker for the Poorman Band and one son, Garry, works as an alcohol worker at the Drop Inn Centre in Punnichy. All the other children live off the Reserve. -LYLALAVALLEE OBITUARY Mrs. Mary Jane Bell, passed April 3rd, 1979 at the age of 93. Born on January 10, 1886 she has always resided in La Ronge. Mrs. M. J. Bell had seven children all grown, 38 grand children, 84 great grand children and 29 great great grand children with a total of one hundred and fifty eight relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Bell lived at Bell's Point where she raised her children. During her time she fished and trapped muskrats. With no doctors around then, Mrs. Bell acted as mid-wife and was also called upon when so­ meone was sick. She helped alot of the Indian people in La Ronge in various capacities during her earlier life. Mrs. Mary Jane Bell led a long and full life. Her children in­ away elude; daughters, Edith, Lily, Nora, Leona, and sons Jack, Ed­ mund and Joe who all live in La Ronge and surrounding area. -FLORENCE POORMAN � ....... Denise Cote, daughter of Tony and Sadie Cote, was one of the contestants for the Miss Kamsack Jaycee. She was sponsored by the Kamsack Times and was the only Indian girl entered in the pageant. Denise is not new to Princess pageants. During the Saskatchewan Indian Summer Games of 1977, she won the title of Miss Saskatchewan Indian. Page 12 The Saskatchewan Indian �Booze is dirt cheap in Mexico and I bought a quart of Vodka for $3.50 and a quart of Kahlua for $3.30. I discovered that if you take 2 parts Vodka and 1 part Kahlua you have a Black Russian. Take too many of them and you have a drunk Indian. While we were in Tucson, we visited the Papago reservation and the Mission of San Xavier. We met some Papagos and gave them copies of The Saskat­ chewan Indian and a Cultural College Calendar. We left copies of our magazine all over the southwest. We also visted the Desert Museum where some Papago ladies were demonstrating how to cook dif­ ferent cactus plants and dye cloth with natural plant dyes. Cactus doesn't taste too bad and it has its own T A PW E by DOUG CUTHAND It has been a long hard winter, so with the Chiefs Conference over, we decided it was time for a holiday south of the border. There was a three day Indian Media Conference in Phoenix. We decided that would be a good place to start. We left home on Friday and with a tail wind, a radar detector and a lot of driving we arrived in Phoenix on Sunday night. The trip left us exhausted but when you're young you bounce back. And our son bounced back first. He discovered that at 7 a.m. one r.v, station has a toothpicks. cartoon show. So for the next two weeks, we woke up the sounds of "What's up Doc", Beep, Beep" or "So Long." We weren't the only FSI members in Arizona, after the Chiefs conference the whole executive ex­ cept Sol Sanderson, took a few days off to attend the Indian worlds fair. Since we had a quorum we were tempted to hold an executive meeting and stab Sol in the back. The weather was in the ninties and we �ren 't dressed for it. My first stop was at a shoe store to replace my snow boots. Sterling Brass hopped off the plane wearing his long underwear and almost melted. We attended the Indian Media Conference but the others wentto the Indian Worlds fair. The fair was a bust. It was poorly organized, poorly attended and at the end the organizer ran off with the money. The Conference was held at a different hotel and by the time we arrived a number of the groups were there. All the Indians were sitting in the shady side of the courtyard looking at all the white people in the sunny side trying desperatey to get a tan. A Media Conference is an interesting conference to attend. Most of the people there were reporters so every time a new speaker 'was introduced, half of the audience would stand up and take a picture while-the other half. fiddled with their tape recorders. At one point in a photography session the speaker was photographing the group while the group was photographing him! But it gave us a good opportunity to strut our stuff and show off The Saskatchewan Indian. The conference was a success and it gave us an opportunity to meet a lot of people from all over the at 7 a.m. to -, states. After the conference, we started our holiday of­ ficially. We drove south to Tucson and lay around a swimming pool and accomplished in a few days what it takes the average white man all summer. We were only a few miles from Mexico so we spent a day in Nogales. People thought we were Mex­ ican and kept speaking Spanish to us. We had a heckuva time explaining to the U.S. custom official that we were Canadian Indians and not Mexican wet­ backs. The Saskatchewan Indian '# After Tucson, we decided to drive to New Mexico via El Paso Texas. Up until this point the radar detec­ tor had done it's job and paid its way. However, the Chochise County sheriff's department had a surprise for us. They zapped us at 72 m.p.h. with new fangled K band radar gun. The arresting officer was as happy as a pig in mud and twice as proud as he showed me his spiffy new cop equipment that rendered my radar detector obsolete. El Paso was a disappointment. We expected to find a dusty main street with Rosa's Cantina. From El Paso we travelled north to Albequerque along the Rio Grande Valley. The scenery was beautiful and we passed a number of old Spanish missions. We visited a few and the history was always the same. "Around 1600 Spanish priests accom­ panied by a bunch of soldiers founded this mission. In 1680 the Pueblo Indians attacked the mission and the priests fled back to Mexico." In fact the church's views of history constantly bad-mouthed the Indian. The mission at Tumacacori was abandoned because, "constant attacks by the Apaches made life impossible." It wasn't until we got to Alberquerque and visited the Pueblo Cultural Centre that we found out the other side of the story. In 1680, the Pueblos rebelled against Spain because they were forced to grow food for the soldiers and Priests. They also had to work hard building the mission churches and work the silver mines. Finally the Pueblos called it quits and chased the Spanish out to EI Paso. Gradually the priests return­ ed and said they were sorry for what they had done and they wouldn't do it again. So peace was once again restored but under the Indian terms. There are 19 Pueblo reservations, each with its own separate government but they have a greater government under one constitution. Its all Indian Government, just different Indians. The age of the Indian Pueblos and their contact with other nations is interesting. In 1540 the Spanish explorer Coronado was the first whiteman to see New Mexico and by 1600, the area was settled. At that time the English were just landing in New England Continued Page 13 �TAPWE Continued Open men and the French were stumbling around in the backwoods in Quebec. We travelled north to Taos and visited the Taos Pueblo. It was a special feast day so the whole village was out. About 1700 people belong to the Taos Pueblo and most of them live right there in the Pueblo. Nobody seemed to know the exact age of the to both and women Pueblo except that it was very old. The Pueblo is INDIAN AND NATIVE POLICY AND PROGRAM SPECIALIST PE-4 (319-088-406) Salary: $21,000 $30,200 - 79-NCRSO-16-TBS-PE-009 Ref. No: Treasury Board Secretariat Personnel Policy -General Personnel Management Oft,,' °p"rie Policy Branch requires a specialist to plan, organize, implement and evaluate personnel policies and programs; analyse and propose solutions to personnel The Personnel management problems related to employment of Indian, Metis and Non-Status Indian and Inuit people in the Public Service; advise departments and agencies regarding the cruitment, training and people; liaise with career re­ development of indigenous have a new government and a new Minister. He's been called Joe Who the nobody from nowhere who came out of the west and beat the eastern establishment. Whats in store for Indians? Its good news and bad news. Good news is that a lot of the Liberal hocks will be removed from the civil service and Ot­ tawa may start to move once more. Bad news is that conservative governments have been known to cut back on social programs such as Indian Affairs and Health services. Also provincial tory governments have been anxious to take over Indian Affairs and have refused to recognize Indian treaty rights. We are faced with an uphill battle. We will have to educate the new government and lobby strongly. We must impress upon them that we have an agree­ ment with the crown and the government of the day is bound to uphold it. Conservative stand for Matter, Sod and Country so their philosophy demands that they honor the treaties and support Indian Government. So Prime Qual ifications Applicants in must have completed secondary school. personnel or general administration is Experience is also required in carrying and analyses of ment leqislation and of native people. Knowledge of would be out a Experi­ required. research studies policies relative to employ­ Native language an asset. Knowledoe of Enqlish is essential. (On peut se procurer des exemplaires de cette annonce, qu'un enonce des qualites d'emploi francais en ecrivant it I'adresse suivante). un ainsi resume How to apply appl ication form and/or resume Send your Mr. Paul en to: Hamelin Public Service Commission of Canada National Capital Region Staffing Office L'Esplanade Laurier, Ottawa, Ontario Clo!Oing Date: or on Pooyak! Indian, Metis and Non-Status Indian and Inuit associations and the Public Service Commission. ence a top of each other. Its a far cry from up here where people value their privacy and chose to live apart. We travelled north to Denver for one last stop before returning home. We visited the offices of the American Indian Travel commission and gained a lot of information that will benefit our Indian Resort Association. The American association was in trou­ ble however, their funding was cut and the Beauru of Indian Affairs had taken over. The lesson here is to keep Indian Affairs as far away as possible. We returned home to' the election campaign and all the work that had piled up. The federal election left the liberals dead outside of Quebec. In fact in Saskatchewan the liberals failed to elect any member in the provincial election and all the candidates ran third in the federal election. This means that the only two liberals in Saskatchewan holding elected office are Sol Sanderson and Steve jumble of houses built beside now we 16th floor K1A OM7 June 22, 1979 Treaty Definitions & Interpretation Workshop Yorkton, Saskatchewan May 16-17, 1979 We the Poorman Band delegates would like to express our own evaluation of this workshop. We came away with an enlightened feeling and a positive attitude. The workshop We contents were very educational and informative. received a more thorough understanding of the role of the F.S.I. Our intentions are to continue setting up workshops at the grass roots level on Indian Government and Sovereignty as well as material pertaining to Treaty Rights. It is our intention to utilize the F.S.I. resource personnel POORMAN DELEGATES available for direction. Page 14 �clussffftbs FOR SALE Open passenger 1973 Dodge 500 school bus, 318 motor, V8, 4 speed transmission, electronic system, 3 side heaters, low mileage, good rub­ ber, road ready, well kept. $7,000 or best offer. For further information, contact One Arrow Band Office or Mrs. Rose Paul, Box 41, Bellevue, Saskatchewan. (36C) men both to and women DIRECTOR, NATIVE CITIZENS PROGRAM Salary: $29,700 Cars and trucks 1 V2 years old leas­ ed vehicles used by FSI stan. Asking price $3,000. Contact Wally Semaganis, North Battleford FSI Of­ fice, phone 445·6126 (or) Terry Atimoyoo at the Regina FSI Office, phone 525·9842. - - CASH BINGO $4,000 in prizes .Flying Dust Reserve June 16, 1979 1 game for $100.00 7 games for $200.00 each 1 game for 1 game for $1,000.00 (blackout) $1,500.00 (blackout) Flying Dust Ball Park Meadow Lake, Sask. 6:30 p.m. gates open (339·095-001) to $36,700 Ref. No: 9-SM-P-004 (S I) Secretary of State, Native CitizeM Directorate Hull, Quebec guti. The department of the tor to deliver the Secretary of State requires staff and directs the administrative and financial matters. Qual ificationl Applicants should possess extensive experience in social and community development as it relates to Native people, and experience in planning, directing and coordinating Socio­ Cultural programs dealing with the Native people. There must be a demonstrated ability to establish effective working rela­ tionships with Native organizations sponsored by The successful candidate will have Dust Fastball Club and North West Friendship Centre Fastball Club direc­ designed to assist Native people and include: the Migrating Native people, Native Women and Native Youth, Native So­ cial and Cultural, Native Communications and Core pro­ grams. The director plans and coordinates grants and con­ tracts processed for the Directorate, supervises program 7:30 p.m. game time Flying a Native Director's policies and programs .. a thorough knowledge and appreciation of the social, cultural and economic condi­ tions and aspirations of Canada's Native people. L.nl/fl••• Requl,.",.nt. $2,500 in prizes $1,200 blackout Gordons School Grounds June 15 (please 7 p.m .. watch for larger Knowledge of English and French is essential. Unilingual apply but must indicate their willingness to become bilingual. The Public Service Commission will assess the aptitude of candidates to become bilingual. Language training will be provided at public expense. persons may posters) How to ap.,ly Send your application form PSC-367 (4-77) Every Tuesday night at 8:00 p.m. at the Muskoday Community Centre, ad­ mission $1.00 for master card and 50 cents for extra cards, there· are 9 regular games, 3 special games, 1 share the wealth, 1 baby jackpot, and 1 jackpot for $300.00, proceeds to Muskoday Sports and Recreation. Page 15 or a resume giving details of education, experience, abilities and skills corresponding to the qualifications mentioned to: Vvan Lapointe Senior Management Staffing Program Public Service Commi.ion of Canada K1A OM7 Ottawa, Ontario Closing Date: May 31,1979 �Second Annual Northeastern Alberta intercultural Days June 29,30 & 1979 July 1, Saddle Lake Race, color and creed unlimited the makings of a meaning for "Canadian." Combined with measureless fun and festivi­ ty, what better way - to celebrate Canada's birthday? Plans for just such a celebrotion are well underway, and will materialize in the form of the second annual Northeastern Alberta Intercultural Days June 29 to July 1, with a welcome Thund rchild Band AUGUST 1 to one and all. · The Thunderchild Band invites Hosted by the Saddle Lake Indian Tribe on the 100 miles northeast of Edmonton, its Reserve, about multi-cultural everybody to our: ex­ 20TH ANNUAL Pow-Wow and Traditional Indian Summer Games 10,000 vsitors and participants in a variety of displays and demonstrations, traditional foods, ongoing entertainment and organized activities. travaganza will involve 6 over continuing collage of music, dance, games, sporting events and socializing will set the scene and tone of the weekend, the theme of which spotlights the child and its role in the preservation and development of our heritage. Program highlights include the Alberta Native Summer Games, a child-oriented breakfast, an interdenominational church ser­ vice, a banquet and evening of cultural entertainment, a multi-faceted parade and a fireworks spectacular. A Groups representing a spectrum of ethnic backgrounds will participate in the three-day cultural exchange, gathering on the homegrounds of Canada's original inhabitants to pro­ mote understanding, cooperation and unity among the peoples of our nation. The tribute to the founding and future of Canada, initiated last year and designated a Pre-Commonwealth Games Inter­ cultural Event, was expanded into an annual undertaking strength of its commendation," says "on the outstanding Chairman success Charles this widespread Wood the of program, he adds, is even stronger, and the Saddle Lake Indian Tribe is making special arrangements to accommodate the expected organization committee. Support for and year's August ding Lake, centennial Lake will find hotel, motel, trailer and cam­ facilities within convenient distance of the townsite. ping For further information: Charles Wood, Chairman, Inter­ cultural Days Committee, c/o Saddle Lake Indian Tribe, Sad­ dle Lake, Alberta, Phone: 726-3829 Page 16 Sounding Lake on May 19 & 20. Traditional Indian Summer Games August 1 2 3, 1979 - - Track & Field 5 mile marathon Horse Races 5 mile marathon Canoe Races 5 mile marathon Men's Soccer Ladies Fastball HAND GAMES Medals (Centennial) Gold-Silver-Bronze Centennial Pow-Wow August 4 5 6 - - Competitions Financial Budget $42,000.00 Identified $24,000.00 Shortfall $18,000.00 or Williams and Wilson Public Relations Ltd., #695, 10123 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1 H3, Phone: 424-0692 Alberta. Also, to kick off our we had our opening year, ceremonies at Dance Saddle 6, 1979. - This event will mark 100 years since, our late Chief Thunderchild Signed Treaty -6 at Soun­ increase in attendance. Visitors to 1 - 99 The Saskatchewan Indian ��w·w*w*w*w·w*w*w·w*�*�*w*w*w HAND MADE BUSTLES SIZES: 12", 14" and 16" - 18" STYLES: FANCY Variety of American Tribal Takes 1 to 3 weeks to on or or TRADITIONAL Canadian Designs. complete depending size and available materials. Other Authentic Regalia available. CONTACT: Roy Alexson #6 T rifunov Crescent Regina, Saskatchewan Res: 543-6419 Along The Pow-Wow Trail CARRY THE KETTLE ... July 27, 28, 29 ST ARBLANKET July 6, 7, 8 NIKANEET August 3, 4, 5 POORMANS July 13, 14, 15 STANDING BUFFALO August 10, 11, 12 (COWESSESS) CROOKED LAKE July 20, 21, 22 to be organized by Indian Veterans The Saskatchewan Indian the PIAPOT Auqust 17, 18, 19 of Saskatchewan Page 17 �Cree Bits & Pieces May I, 1979 II cr-D.. 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D. r Page 18 cr- D.- C D. - L <] _o- The Saskatchewan Indian �Agricultural News Indian Horsemen Complete Farrier Course At North Battleford NORTH BATTLEFORD A far­ rier course, better known as horse - shoeing, Indian was recently completed by horsemen including John Frank, Wayne Standinghorn, Bur­ ton Frank, Jehu Baptiste, Roy Bear, Floyd Pooyak, Mike Baptiste, Stan Pooyak, and Keith Wuttunee. The course which was organized by Harold Greyeyes, SlAP district Indian agriculture representative, was delivered by Saskatchewan In­ dian Community College. Instruc­ tor, Ken Clarke, from Lloyd­ minister held classes for five days using the barns situated at the ex­ hibition grounds of this city. According to Harold Greyeyes the course included: lectures *classroom and demonstration on anatomy and physiology of leg and hoof structure in horses *dissect dead horse's limb for in­ Iepth study of bone and ligament .aults and causes *demonstrate corrective trimming of feet to straighten leg bone struc- PREPARING HOOF FOR SHOEING Roy Bear trims the hoof of his horse which will later be filed down for its shoe. ture *demonstrate reasons why horses should or should not be shod Discussing the course with the in­ structor, Greyeyes said the response was overwhelming and that the horsemen learned vital things in the care of horses feet. With the increase of light horses in the area many of the participating horsemen have two or three horses which run in horse meets during the summer. to Greyeyes the class interest in a follow-up course to be conducted this summer or in the fall. The instructor also in­ dicated his interest in a follow-up According indicated course. "We were very fortunate to have the course considering the total cost a minimum amount of was $1,003.00," said Greyeyes. -ARCHIE KING INDIAN HORSEMEN Participants who recently completed the week-long farrier course included left-right, Jehu Baptiste, Roy Bear (instructor), Mike Baptiste, Burton Frank, John Frank, Wayne Standinghorn, Floyd Pooyak, Stan Pooyak, Harold Greyeyes (SlAP district ag-rep.). . 'I The Saskatchewan Indian Page 19 �are not knowledgeable of the business, or businesses, in which they are advising. 6. Assign officials who are not knowledgeable of the business, or businesses, in which they are advis­ ing; to explain to the field officers how successful operational perfor­ who VIEWPOINT by ART IRVINE logical approach to the development of economic develop­ ment projects is to: The potentially viable projects. 2. Acquire legal use of the required land base before the project is im­ plemented. 3. Acquire competent management. Competent management will: ensure the project is potentially viable before proceeding realistic employment ensure 1. Select - mance is achieved. Acquire project bookkeepers, ac­ type project advisors, ac­ countant type field officers, accoun­ tant type officials, and accounting 7. countant records are ensure that and accurate; then advise complete that financial details are indeterfirms to minate, the total funding received is impossible to ascertain, the exact profit and loss picture cannot be tabulated and in short, project records are a mess. 8. Pour continued funding into pro­ jects in support of mismanagement and overemployment when neither is necessary or desireable. Under such circumstances, successful training is impossible; funds will be abused; fraudulent practices can, and will, occur; administrative expenses will be prohibitive; and chaos is in­ evitable. employee loan - Terms of Reference adhered to employ those with desire and capability in the areas of endeavor numbers are _ Economic - they are - pursuing full financial disclosure and annual profit and loss statements are on file ensure - - ensure expenses are kept to Development in the North To work directly with the Saskatchewan Indian Agriculture Program management to explore avenues towards Economic Development in the North. explore with the residents of the Northern area on how they can utilize existing Saskatchewan Indian Agriculture Program to improve their agricultural potential within the framework of the existing Program. To - the a minimum ensure facilities are adequate and in good repair ensure realistic financing is arrang­ - DUTIES: Assist in the identification of Agricultural Development opportunities in the North. ego Wild Rice, Commercial Gardening. Provide advisory services and technical information to people in the Nor­ thern area who are interested in the agricultural way of life. Provide information to Band Councils and individuals on agricultural development policies and programs under the Saskatchewan Indian Agriculture Program and other agencies. Assist in the establishment of Indian 4-H clubs. Make reports on progress on a quarterly basis to the Saskatchewan Indian Agriculture Program Board of Directors. - - ed - acquire necessary advisory vices, usually at no cost to the ject. - ser­ pro­ - ensure other necessities for suc­ cessful operational performance are adhered to - - - Under such circumstances, successful employee training is in­ evitable. . QUALIFICATIONS: Several years of experience and training. preferably with education at high school and/or college level. Ability to work with, motivate and communicate with people on the Reserve level. Ability to work with, discuss and relate problems with other people in­ - The illogical approach is 1. Hire consulting firms prior throughout, and following the of the project; with each study vising that another, and more to: to, life ad­ - - ex­ pensive study, is required. 2. Implement questionable projects. 3. Install incompetent management to provide a reason for hiring ad­ visory services. 4. Acquire advisors who are not knowledgeable of the business, or businesses, in which they are advis­ ing. 5. Assign field officers to the project volved with various programs and resource people. Free to travel in the North and available to start immediately. - STARTING SALARY: $1 ,325 per month with Degree in either of Commerce or Economic Ad­ ministration. $1,003 per month with experience and eligible for advanced formal train­ ing. APPLY TO: Mr. Kenneth C. Thomas Program Manager Saskatchewan Indian Agriculture Program 1410 Chateau Tower 1920 Broad Street Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 3V2 Telephone: 565-0836 DEADLINE: JUNE 15, 1979. Page 20 The Saskatchewan Indian �FARM TALK with ART IRVINE Spraying for weed control increases crop produc­ Special precautions are necessary, however, to ensure the crop is not damaged. The following tips will help ensure maximum efficency is achieved: tion. - 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 unavoidable, use recommended spray cleaning pro­ cedures. Read the label on the container the chemical comes in and follow the directions carefully. Use protective clothing and masks where recom­ mended. Store herbicides apart from other chemicals, seed and fertilizer. Dispose of empty containers; the remaining con­ - - - - - - tents arepoisonous. Unless otherwise stated use a minimum of 10 gallons of water per acre. Low rates of water in­ creases the danger of spray drift, prevents proper weed kill, delays maturity, causes crop damage and reduces yields. Control the rate of water by changing sprayer nozzles and using recommended pressures. 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. M.C.P .A. 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 or amines of M.C.P.A., however, can be applied at any time before the shot-blade stage. If control of heavy infestations of M.C.P .A. resistent weeds such as Russian thistle is necessary and 2,4-D must be used, the amine rather than the ester form should be ap- plied 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 nutrients. They also decrease the value of harvested grain. If weeds seed, cultivation costs and crop yields will be affected for years to come. Broad-leaved weeds can be controlled in most seedling grasses with 2,4-D amines of M.C.P .A. amine, at up to 8 ounces per acre, after the grasses have reached the 3-leaf stage. In established forage grasses, esters or amines of 2,4-D or M.C.P .A. may be applied at rates of up to 24 ounces per acre. The rate should not. exceed 16 ounces per acre, or be applied after the start of the shot-blade state, if a seed c_v'p is to be harvested. The carrying capacity and quality of forage in pastures is increased with weed control. Overgrazing weakens forage stands and allows weeds' to compete. Legumes are not grasses and require a different spraying procedure. Feeding value is often reduced by half when hay is exposed to rain. Rapid curing and collection of hay is an important safeguard against severe losses in quality. Grass quality crops from early leaf to the seed stage. Most grasses should be cut the last week in June or the first week in July at the start of flower­ ing. Legumes and grass-legume mixtures should 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, in­ creases growth and weight gain in the beef herd and cuts the feed bills. Low quality roughage must be off­ set by feeding grain and/or protein supplements. When hay is baled, haul the bales to the winter feeding site and stack them. Leaving bales in the field to deteriorate is an obvious and unnecesary waste. A suitable alternative for ordinary haying is put­ ting up sileage. Leaf shattering and weathering losses are reduced to a minimum. Quality silage can be put up in all kinds of weather and is easily stored for many years. Complete details on weed spraying and haying are available at your nearest Agricultural Representative Office. The 1978 Guide to Farm Prac­ tice in Saskatchewan is also available at the same of­ fices. Use this service. It is for your use and benefit. go to NUMBER OF ARTIFACTS FOUND IN MEADOW LAKE ... Aside from all seriousness, I would like to submit this lit­ tle humerous article. It would seem that several gadgets were missing from the Meadow Lake District Office. Not to long ago our District Rep. brought a bag of goodies which someone found in a bag buried in the bush. A flash camera attachment, Eva's telephone directory, numerous Although, as well as, other items were found in the treasure bag. the archaeologists are usually the ones respon­ sible for such findings, it seems in this instance others were instrumental in this mass discovery. The Saskatchewan Indian Page 21 �tion fee. -between 4-H REPORT (d) Types of Exchange: provinces: Mr. Ray Gould from NOTE Nova Scotia (himself a Micmac Indian, is interested in helping to coordinate an exchange with the Chappell Island and / or Membertou Reserves in that pro­ vince and a reserve in Saskat­ chewan. If you are interested, please contact the Indian 4-H of­ fice for Ray's address and telephone number. It sounds like an excellent opportunity - Chagoness Reserve were supper guests of the Pleasantdale 4-H Club recently. 'Several Chagoness young people have been involved in doing macrame work with the help of Louise Smokeyday. The Lebret 4-H Club have nearly completed their work in beading, macrame, mechanics and cooking activities. Several adults filled the role of 4-H helpers: Child Care Workers, Lor­ raine Yuzicappi, Keith Lewis, Irene Poitras, Mrs. McDougal, Colleen Blow and Ag-Rep, Don Gayton. The Little Pine 4-H Club is active with meetings every second Tues­ day. The 16 girls, and leaders, Shirley Frank and Myrtle Bear have done projects in knitting, quilt mak­ ing and various crafts. A bake sale raised $100.00 for the 4-H Club at Timber Bay. This club has had • ... Janet Lafond 4-H Summer Assistant 4-H Summer Assistant Janet Lafond will be working with 4-H again this summer. She is from the Muskeg Lake Reserve and has been a 4-H member for 8 years. She has completed her second year at the University of Saskatchewan. Janet will be involved with 4-H pro­ gram development, travel and some office work. Reserve Report 4-H Leader Carol Lavallee is the volunteer in charge of the Kahkewistahaw 4-H Crafts Club. Her sister Bonnie is helping. The Club is increasing in popularity as the membership has nearly doubled from the 11 original girls. Chokers, earrings, necklaces and bags were some of the articles made by the 4-H'ers. They meet every second Tuesday in the bands recreation complex. 4-H Light Horse learning has been happening with the 11 members and leaders of the Kahkewistahaw Club. They hope to have their final achievement Day in June. (NOTE Best wishes to one of the club's leaders, Greg Frick, who had an unfortunate arm break in a horse related accident recently. We hope that you are back in the saddle soon! About 30 youth from the - - Page 22 several successful' events including a film night and a skating party. Their achievement day is set for May 28th. Open ... Within Saskatchewan a north­ south exchange: This is a newly founded exchange and provides for the exchange between groups, at the division of 55 degrees N. latitude. Reserves north of the line include: Fond du Lac, Stoney Rapids, Lac La Hache, Tumor Lake, Dillon, Pa­ tuanak, Canoe Lake, La Ronge, Peter Ballantyne: All other reserves in Sasaktchewan are south of that line. This is an excellent way for 2 reserves (one south one north) to ex­ change with each other. For more information, contact the Indian 4-H - - Program. House Canada report that two are active in arranging reserves travel plans for their youth in the near future. Poundmaker Reserve has had contact with Caughnawaga Reserve near Montreal. Similarily, Onion Lake Reserve has had con­ siderable follow up with a reserve on Kuper Island off the British Colum­ bia coast. Individuals on both reserves are putting their energy into this travel exchange project. Good Work! Some useful information on the Open House Canada Program to finan­ includes: (a) Objectives: cially support exchange visits bet­ ween groups of young people across to encourage young Canada. Canadians to meet new friends from to diverse regions of this country. provide an opportunity for young Canadians to discover and unders­ tand other parts of Canada. (b) Eligibility: groups of 15-40 par­ ticipants between the ages of 14-22 I ts - good to - - - Achievement Days Timber Bay June 5th Shoal Lake Reserve. 4-H members have been involved in crafts, firearms safety over the past few months. They will be holding the 4-H display on their Treaty Day. Upcoming May 28th - - Beading Supplies: can be purchased at: Collins Hobby Centre 105, 23rd St. E. Saskatoon, Sask. 242-4683; Handicraft Supplies Ltd. -144, 2nd Ave. S. Saskatoon, Sask. 244-5435; Trading Post Ltd. 132, 20th St. E. Saskatoon, Sask. Craft and - - - - - 653-1769. 4-H Grace We thank thee Lord for blessings great In this our own fair land. Teach us to serve thee joyfully With head, heart, health and hand. (sung to the tune of Auld Lan Syne) eligible. (c) Criteria: a group applying for support must be mat­ Light Horse Publication ched with a similar group elsewhere in Canada. a group would host it's twin group as well as travel to visit the community of its twin group. -each participant (including adult "The Saddle Horse" is available from: Supply and Services Canada, Publishing Centre, Mail Order Ser­ vices, Ottawa, Ontario, KIA OS9. The $10.00 registra- Continued are - - escorts) must pay a publication costs no. 1462, $1.00. Che- The Saskatchewan Indian �ques and money orders should be made payable to: The Receiver General of Canada. 4-U"'Con tin ued "Bring the Olympics to your Com munity" Junior Olympics Awards Pro­ .. gram. For information contact: The Royal Bank Branch Loca­ tion or Department of Culture and Youth, Sport and Recreation Branch, 11th Floor, Avord Tower, 2002 Victoria Ave., REGINA, Sask. S4P 3V3. PATUANAK 4-H ACHIEVEMENT DAY nearest International Year of the Child The Saskatchewan Council on In­ ternational Year of the Child March 7 (SCIYC) gives grants Norbert George General Leader ... to individuals, groups and associations that plan community based programs that have the following objectives: pro­ moting communication children & between adults; developing recognition of mutual respon­ sibilities, respect, and importance of children and adults, one to another; recognizing the rights of children in society; recognizing the special needs of handicapped children and encouraging the provision and maintenance of services appropriate to them; informing ourselves on the conditions and needs of children in other countries. Priority will be given to applica­ tions that have a potential for lasting benefits. Projects must be designed specifically for Year of the Child and of direct benefit to the children of Saskatchewan. Local projects will be eligible for a grant up jects to may be $500.00. Special granted up to pro­ $1,000. The grants will be made from a pro­ fund which was started by a donation of $70,000 from the Pro­ vincial Government's Department of Social Services. Copies of the detailed guidelines and grant application forms can be obtained by writing: SCIYC Secretariat, 314 220, 2nd. Ave. South, Saskatoon, Sask. S7K 1M1, 244-0655. ject - Typing Leader Yvonne Mcintyre and 4-H member Jacinta Campbell. Summer 4-U Camp Staff The Indian 4-H Program is look­ ing for qualified staff to work at the Indian 4-H Camp at 4-H Camp Rayner on Diefenbaker Lake, August 22-26. The job is not an easy one: there are long hours which re­ quire considerable energy. The Continued The Saskatchewan Indian Page 23 �. 4-H Continued qualifications include: enjoy work­ ing with Indian youth; being respon­ sible for a program youth group of a about 10 teenage boys and girls; sharing supervision. Related ex­ perience is useful. There are two types of counsellor roles required: a) Senior Counsellor adults who have had experience working with youth and are available for at least a two-day orientation prior to the camp. b) Counsellor-in- Training senior teens who have had experience at 4-H or similar camps and who would like to gain DILLON 4-H ACHIEVEMENT DAY leadership experience. more Their role would be to assist a senior counsellor and a program group of youth. A counsellor-in-training workshop will be set in July at Camp Rayner. either the coupon and mail to the Indian 4-H Office: If you position, following are interested please in complete Movie 1.---------------------------would like more information on becoming a I f I , [] Senior, [ ] Junior Counsellor. I NAME I I . I I I I BIRTHDATE RESERVE _ TELEPHONE NEAREST ADDRESS ,. , (Please send LUniversity to: Indian 4-H Program, Room 209, Kirk Hall, of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sask. S7N OWO.) ---------.------------------ \ I , cameras have finished humming, the target guns are now quiet, the last board is sawed and the last cookie is cooled (and eaten!) Dillon. The members of the Dillon 4-H Club (all 80 of them and their 9 adult leaders) held a suc­ cessful 4-H Achievement Day on May 23. The 4-H projects that the students took included: film mak­ ing, firearm safety, woodworking, cooking, fitness, first aid, Mexican culture study, knitting and crafts. It at was a good day! _jl I Don't Miss It! Indian 4-H Camp August 22-26 at 4-H Camp Rayner (near Outlook) on Lake Diefenbaker. Are you bet­ ween 14-16 years of age? Are you looking for something different to do this summer? How about 4 days of camping activities and fun? The camp offers recreational games and social get-togethers with young peo­ ple from reserves all over the pro­ vince. Special staff will be present to give leadership in educational and cultural areas. Sign up early as there is room for only so many from each District. Fill out the application form below and send it either to your Assistant Ag. Rep. or send it directly to the Indian 4-H Office, Room 209 Kirk Hall, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sask. S7N OWO. some craft member of the Judy Benjamin holds She was Dillon 4-H Crafts work. a Project. NAME _ ADDRESS RESERVE _ Continued ------ BIRTHDATE TELEPHONE _ _ LASTSCHOOLGRADECOMPLETED _ HOSPITALIZATION NO. SIGNATURE OF CAMPER� SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN Page 24 Barbara Desjarlais, 4-H Cooking Pro­ ject member, holds some of the club's baking. _ _ _ The Saskatchewan Indian �- 4-8 Continued Left-right, Karen Chanalquay, Debra BUlerte, W�y.ne Des­ and In 4-H we jarlais (laying down) and Gaby Noltcho learned to fix a broken leg this way. ... Gaby and Gregory Noltcho. "Yes, girls do know how use guns and safely tool" to \ - . , Russell Chanalquay and Mark Billette show key hanger and 4-H book ends that they made in woodwork. Who knows? Maybe Jerry Noltcno, age 7, will be film producer. a future Dillon 4-H Mexico Project: left to right,' Kathy Noltcho, Renita Noltcho, Vincent Billette, ready to break open a Mexican pinyata full of candy and goodies. . Members of the 4-H Fitness Project, left '_ right, Kenneth Nezcroche, Colin Catarat, Charlie Billette, and Jimmy Chanalquay. Page 25 ; - �EDUCATION Graduates A Landmark Of Chief Graduation ONION LAKE ceremonies were recently held at the Chief Taylor High School honoring its grade twelve graduates. The graduation class included Ivy McDonald, Gary Aulotte, Dale Awasis, Vernon Chocan, Clifford - Dillon, and Ronnie Harper. This Indian community situated about 30 miles north of the border Taylor School �portunity is there for our young So you people who are graduating, let's not stop there, let's keep on," said Chief Harper. Bruce Rodgers, principal of Chief Taylor High School, brought greetings on behalf of the school staff extending his personal con­ gratulations and wishing them the city of Lloydminister, have witness­ ed the results of their quest for In­ dian control of Indian education. Earlier, a .hildren. banquet prepared by Mrs. Marilyn Carter and her home economic class was greatly enjoyed by the many people who attended the joyious occassion. Many of the school's educators and graduates, headed by MC Bruce McMenamin, gave toasts of ap­ preciation to parents and teachers. best for the future. Concluding his address Rodgers presented scrolls to each of the graduating students. The evening's program, MC'd by Bruce Carter, turned out to be a sur­ prise not only to him but to the many people who packed the band hall to witness the presentation of duo role Bruce Carter, representing the School Committee, introduced fellow members and presented gifts to each of the graduates on behalf of the School Committee. In scrolls. Musical presentations by Anita Cardinal were enjoyed throughout the evening's program. She the her to dedicated songs Clifford Dillon, the Valedictorian paid tribute to parents, guardians, teachers, and the community. graduates. Dr. was the keynote graduation banquet. Warburton speaker at the The Grade XII graduates included, and Ronnie Harper. Page his the years of growth watched closely at all by the parents, Dillon said, "Through all this time we received from our parents and guardians two Going In his opening remarks Chief Alex Harper paid tribute to the band council, parents, guardians, school committee, and especially the teachers all of whom had an input in assisting the graduates achieve an education. "Education is number one, most important in our lives today and the over which times was things too enormous to measure, 'love and guidance'. We are the pro­ ducts of these things and we thank Continued left-right, Gary Aulotte, Dale Awasis, Ivy McDonald, Vernon Chocan, Clifford Dillon, The Saskatchewan Indian 26 • �- GRADUATES Continued you from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done," he said. Extending thanks to the com­ munity Dillon mentioned the various facilities located throughout the community which were all close­ ly tied in with the development of their character and which will now be left behind with fond memories. Last but not least, Dillon payed tribute to the teaching staff. who played a major role in their educa­ tional achievement. He mentioned two vital points, "The ability to function on or off the reserve without any hesitation and fear and also the ability to go after our future so we can better ourselves and other students who will be following our footsteps,' Dillon said. A familiar person and a friend of the Indian people Dr. Warburton, the keynote speaker at the gradua­ tion exercises, outlined his many ex­ periences before becoming fully ac­ customed to the life-style of Indian people. Trying to do afew things to im­ prove the community Dr. Warbur­ ton mentioned that politics will pro­ bably have to be used to make more people aware of the living condi­ tions on Indian reserves citing self­ government which is being exercised by the Indian community. Warburton also offered his help to the Indian people in counselling or in medicine mentioning that he had a hand in helping two of the graduates attain their education. In his closing remarks MC Bruce Carter emphasized the importance of abstaining from the use of alcohol noting that it does not respect anyone whether you are 'red' or 'white'. -ARCHIE KING Many friends and relatives attended the banquet Master of Ceremonies; Lloyd Brass, provided direction for the evening's activities as well as adding some of his own personal humour. Being introduced as Moses' representative, Mr. Garth Gillespie said grace prior to a well-prepared and tasteful banquet. Hazel Quewezance thanked the instructors on behalf of the students for a job well done. The instructors; John McDonald, Carole Gillespie, and Charlie Cyr as Life Skills Coach, responded in turn to the students with thank-you's and best wishes. The instructors presented the following awards to the students: Jerry Langan Highest Academic Grade XII; Elaine Cote -Highest Academic XI; Rosaline Stevenson Best Attendance; Andy General Proficiency Severight Grade XI; Marjorie Pelly General Proficiency Grade XII; Henry Keshane Most Improved Grade XII; Hazel Quewezance Most Im­ proved Grade XII; Marlene Strongwill Most Improved Grade XI. - - - at the Chief Taylor School. Whitehawk, Councillor, replied for Cote. Rosaline Stevenson extended ap­ preciation to the Saskatchewan In­ dian Community College for their assistance in delivering the program. Albert Musqua, Field Co-ordinator, and Barry Warsylewicz, Adult Basic Education Co-ordinator for the College, replied with congratula­ tions and best wishes for the future. Marlene Strongwill thanked the Canada Employment Centre for their efforts. Henry Keshane, on behalf of Grade XII, and Elaine Cote, on behalf of Grade XI, thank­ ed everyone helping make the even­ ing possible. Andy Severight closed the ceremony. A dance followed with music supplied by the Lloyd Brass Band. - - - Cote/Keeseekoose A.B.E. Graduation BY BARRY W ARSYLEWICZ On Friday evening, March 30, 1979, Cote Gym was the site of the Cote/Keeseekoose Adult Basic Education XI and XII (Upgrading) Graduation. Eight students from Cote and Keeseekoose Reserves completed the Adult Basic Educa­ tion Program which began last Oc­ tober. Family, friends and elected leaders joined in the evening of celebration. The Saskatchewan Indian - Following the awards presenta­ tions, Jerry Langan acknowledge the importance of the elders. Pauline Pelly from Cote responded with insights from the past as well as her personal congratulations to the students. Marjorie Pelly thanked the Chief and Councillors of the two Bands for their effort and support in ob­ taining the program. Danny Mus­ qua, Councillor, responded for Keeseekoose, while Madelaine ONE MORE CALL Former staff and students of the Gordons Student Residence are invited back to the school this year, to help us celebrate the 50th anniversary of Gordons School. The celebration will be held from August 1-5 inclusive on the Gor­ dons Reserve. If you plan on at­ tending please call the Gordon Student Residence at Punnichy, 835-2770, ask for Melvin McNab. Bring your family. Watch for larger posters at your band office. ----- ------------------- Page 27 �Highest Number. Of Indian Graduates At Punnichy BY HELEN MCNAB Four of the nine students from Punnichy High School at the annual graduation ex­ ercises held April 27 are Indian or of Indian descent. This is the highest number of Indian graduates at Pun­ graduating nichy in anyone year. The graduates include Gordon son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Anderson Gordon Reserve; Lynn Daniels, whose parents, Mr. Randall Daniels are and Mrs. employed at Gordon Student Residence; Ken Lonechild, son of George and Irene Lonechild of White Bear Reserve and Vance McNab, son of Ivan and Helen McNab of Gordon Reserve. Chief Hilliard McNab was the guest speaker at the graduation ex­ ercises. He reviewed the history of joint education in the area and pointed out that the burden of adap­ ting is always placed on the Indian student. He mentioned how even people who live only a short Anderson, McNab addresses Hilliard and guests at the gradua­ graduates tion exercises held in Punnichy Chief distance from the reserve are com­ pletely ignorant of the issues facing Indian people. Indians and Euro- live-';n separate parallel com­ munities with little social interaction and any learning of the ways of the other culture is always done by the Indian. Highlight of the Chief's ad­ dress was his presentation of an or­ nately decorated eagle feather to each graduate, with an explanation of the significance of the award, and a personal message to each one. Other aspects of the graduation included a Valedictory Address by Patricia Sukovieff, partly in song, and presentation of pins and scrolls, on the lighter side, a last will and testament was delivered by Lynn Daniels and Vance McNab, and prophecies for the graduands' future were given by Bonnie Schuler and Randy Orban. Each of the four young people named above have definite plans for the future, Gordon Anderson plans a career in the R.C.M.P., Lynn Daniels will be a journalist, Ken Lonechild, despite his evident ar­ tistic talent, plans a future as a com­ and Vance puter techologist, McNab will study geology. peans recently. . Vance McNab and escort Bonny Schuler at his. tion. What's next? Page 28 gradua- Chief McNab presented each of the nine an eagle feather. graduates with The Saskatchewan Indian �Banquet Held For Teacher-Trainees A banquet was held at the James Smith recreation hall in honor of teacher-trainees. The banquet held on May 3rd, 1979 was in recognition of their hard work during the first two years of training in the teaching profes­ sion. The students arranged a display of their work and were available to questions. Special guests to the graduation included Superintendents of schools answer EDUCATORS AND GRADUATE Gerald Kelly, principal of Cando Central, on the left and assistant, stand together with Brenda for a picture. on the right Mosquito Honors First Grade XII Graduate Brenda Beaudry, daughter of Henry and Thresa Beaudry, was honored at a evening banquet held in her honor when she became the first graduate of the Mosquito In­ dian reserve. She attends Cando Central High School, which is about 15 miles south of the Indian munity. Educators, civil com­ servants, relatives and friends attended the joyious oc­ cassion honouring the young lady. Inspite of facing great odd, she completed her formal education in a non- Indian educational facilitiy. Brenda with tears of happiness paid tribute to her parents for going out of their way so that she could get a education and also to her teachers who spend countless hours teaching her about the A's and B's. Many relatives and friends were also on hand to congratulate the young lady on her educational ac­ complishment. Relatives coming from south of the border included .Mary Thomas of Oregon and Mr. and Mrs. John Tailfeathers of Mon­ tana. -ARCHIE KING of Prince Albert and Melfort who came to view the advancement of these students in Indian Education. The over-all Co-ordinator of the Teacher-Traininee program in the Prince Albert District is Jim Smith reserve James Mireau. Pelican Narrows, Sturgeon Lake, Montreal Lake, and La Ronge all have the same programs in their respective operating reserves. This educational program is of­ fered through the Indian Federated College off-campus training. as an Ida Wasacase, Director of the Federated College was present to congradulate the students. Ida told the graduation class she appreciated their participation in the program. Ida spoke on the philosophy of Education, and on the Bi-lingual and Bi-cultural pro­ gram. She said that the education program along on reserves way and are have come progressing very well. Chief James Burns congratulated the students in their achievements. "Human development in all areas can be 'provided on the reserve with of our own the involvement people," "With the professional help these traininees found con­ fidence. We as Indian people can make a success if given a chance." Chief Burns said. Garth school Hebert, principal of the at James Smith con­ gratulated the students of the pro­ gram and to all who were involved as teachers and co-ordinators. PROUD PARENTS Henry and Thresa Beaudry stand up to meet the many guests and friends who atte-nded the banquet, which was held in honor of their daughter, the first graduate from Mosquito Indian Reserve. The Saskatchewan Indian Garry Wouters District Manager for the Prince Albert Dept. of In­ dian Affairs complimented James Smith Band in their leadership role Continued Page 29 �OLIVER CAMERON - NEWLY-ESTABLISHED SICC PRINCIPAL The staff of the Saskatchewan Indian Communi­ ty College and Federation of Saskatchewan Indians takes great pride in announcing the appointment of Oliver Cameron as principal of the College. The Community College came into being as a result of an order in council in March, 1976, under the directorship of Tony Sparvier. Oliver joined the staff as Information Officer in June of that year, and remained in that capacity until his appointment as principal on May 1, 1979. The second eldest of 6 brothers and 3 sisters, Oliver was born to Mrs. and Mrs. Fred Cameron on Beardy's Reserve on November 17, 1945. He attained his elementary school education. at St. Michael's Residential School in Duck Lake, then completed his secondary schooling at Lebret and Stobbart High School. Oliver brings with him to his new position a wealth of knowledge and experience. After working for some time in Alberta in the construction field, he returned to Saskatchewan and secured employment in a potash mine. Following a short period as a child care worker for the provincial Department of Welfare, Oliver spent the following 6Yz years, from 1970-76, as a Band Management Officer for the Saskatoon District of the Department of Indian Affairs. During this period of tenure Oliver gained much valuable insight into the knowledge of both Indian Affairs and F.S.I. programming. His ability to communicate fluently in Cree was, and will continue. to enhance his ability to serve the Indian people of Saskatchewan. Since his election to Beardy's Band Council in March of this year, Oliver's ability and experience have proven to be of great value to the members of his Band. Oliver resides in Saskatoon with his wife Ruth and their 2 daughters, Colleen and Anita. When time permits, Oliver indulges in a wide range of interests, including reading (he is fast becoming recognized as the College "World War II" expert), hockey, golf and curling. He classes himself as an armchair quarterback and baseball player. Earlier this year, Oliver and cousins Billy, George and Ernie Cameron captured the championship in the Native Curling Bonspiel in Prince Albert. The Saskatchewan Indian Community College has come a long way in the few years since its incep- BANQUET Continued in the field of education. He made a special congratulation to the T. Trainees. Martha Constant, Education Co­ ordinator for the James Smith reserve commented on the success of the trainees, and said "I admire these students, and I applaud them for their efforts." Ida Burns, a student made a Oliver Cameron, Principal of the Community College tion, and Oliver has many ambitions and impressive plans for further development. He exhibits pride in his association with such a unique institution, describing the College as providing "quality training, but needing carefully-planned expansion in personnel and course delivery. The apprenticeship program we are intending to implement will be a real plus, but it will not be developed at the expense of the Adult Basic Education Program, which remains a top priority. The demand for Univeristy progams is in­ creasing tremendously" . In the short time he has been serving as principal, Oliver has already begun to implement his plans. After a succession of meetings with the school com­ mittees in Rosthern and Duck Lake, it has been decided that teachers employed at schools in those centres will be required to take Indian Studies classes to better accomodate the large numbers of Indian students attending school in town. This is surely one small step in the right direction. The Indian people of Saskatchewan join the staff of F.S.I. in welcoming Oliver in his new capacity and wishing him much success during his tenure. - presentation to Annette Kouri, Co­ ordinator of the teacher training. Miss Kouri was presented with a beautiful jewellery box and silver tray with the names of students engraved on it. These stunents have material in all subjects for created a unique primary grade, supplimentary and language art classes for the James Smith reserve school. This material should be appealing to the Indian child with a greater understanding of the Indian heritage. The students at James Smith are: Lillian Sanderson, Ida Burns, Flora C. Burns, Verna Whitehead, Mable Burns, Cora Constant, Grace Sanderson, Margaret Daniels, Kelly Burns, Irvine Head, Pam Burns and Donna Sanderson. Missing from the picture Ellise Burns, Alvin Constant and Marcia Brittain. -FLORENCE POORMAN Page 30 The Saskatchewan Indian �RECRUITMENT FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS Native American Educational Leadership Program American Educational Leadership Program fund­ The Center for Indian Education at ASU sponsors a Native Native American graduate students can pursue Part B. Title Indian IV, Office of US Education, ed by HEW, doctoral degrees in a field of education with em­ their studies, leading to master's, education specialist, or Indian educational leadership. The NAELP is to the of main develop goal phasis in Indian Education. The with capabilities and, of primary impor­ students American leadership Native proven for program is designed communities and Indian provide leadership for their peo­ tance is the commitment that the scholars return to ple. allowance and travel allowance to and The program support includes: tuition, monthly stipend, dependency from ASU, (participant only). items: (1) completed NAELP application form; (2) Applications for the NAELP must submit the following reasons for applying to the program; (3) three let­ and statement professional goals describing your personal blood or enrollment number; and (6) proof of ad­ Indian of ters of references; (4) official transcripts; (5) proof considered for To be 1979, applicants must submit necessary forms Fall, Graduate mittance into the College. notified by June 15, 1979. pior to May 15, 1979. Selected applicants will be 965-7096 or 965-7097. Native American Educational call office or NAELP For further informtion contact the Arizona Arizona State University, Center for Indian Education, Farmer 302, Tempe, Leadership Program, 85281. Library Department 1030 Idylwyld This year is dedicated to the child; here stories and films to capture their interest. ALICE YAZZIE'S YEAR New by are a Dr. North, few Ramona Maher. York, Conward, McCann & Geoghegan, Inc., 1977 This book contains individual poems to mark the a months in the year filled with memorable events for is coal for changing little Navajo girl. Strip mining to the beauty of her homeland. She enjoys a trip is to learn weaving wish fondest her but Land, Disney the Navajo New grandmother. by Patricia Miles Martin. way from her BE BRAVE CHARLIE York, G.P. Putnam, 1972. Charlie was supposed to go to boarding school, but he found his life in the hogan and living free on the desert more enjoyable. He found it took courage his life to to school and learn a trade with which go could be spent in serving his people. PEOPLE OF THE BUFFALO by Maria Campbell. Vancouver, B.C., J.J. Douglas, 1976. This book is resourceful, giving a clear indication of how the Plains Indians really lived. The way they used in making prepared their food and what they their shelter and clothing is explained in detail, as are communication. and methods of transportation Their whole life centered around their religious beliefs and their customs were handed down through ages of nomadic living. Bierhorst. THE RING IN THE PRAIRIE by John 1970. Dial Press, New York, he A Shawnee legend about a hunter and the way all the collects turn in She gets his mythical maiden. It is rarities on earth to take back to her father. illustrated and the story has an unusual beautifully ending. The Saskatchewan Indian Box 3085, Saskatoon, Sask. S7K 3S9. FILMS: ANIMAL PARTNERS 13 min. colour V.E.C. Hickman and her family raise and race Siberian Huskies. At a race she discusses her feelings a) Sally about dogs and about racing. Donna Warvel and Sonja Copeland work in a wild west show as trick horseback riders. They must b) practise hard for performances and to master new tricks. ONE SPECIAL DOG 17 min. colour B.F.A. (Holt Rinehart) The universal qualities of family love, concern for one another, and parental warmth and understan­ ding are apparent in this film about a Southwest In­ dian family and "one special dog." Mollie White's horse is afraid of the pack of half-wild half-tame dogs that run loose near her desert home. But her brother Charlie finds that one of the dogs is special. When the dogs pursue Mollie's pet lamb, Charlie's special dog protects it from the rest of the pack. His actions earn him the right to become part of the White Horse household. Grade levels: primary, elementary. ROOTED IN THE PAST 13 min. colour V.E.C. a) "Pueblo Village." Laverne Concha lives in an of and bread is baked in outdoor ovens. She speaks Tiwa, the ancient language, and translates one of her grandfather's stories. b) "Western Ranch". Ray Spears visits his grand­ father's cattle ranch where he practices rodeo Indian village where a stream is still the source water bullriding. Together they check swap stories in the lamplight. out a lame horse and Page 31 �McMaster To Attend Canadian Studies Conference In N.B. David McMaster, a 19 year old twelve student attending North Battleford Comprehensive High School will be representing his school in the Interchange on Cana­ dian Studies conference to be held in Moncton, New Brunswick. McMaster will be attending the conference where the theme is EQUALITY. The various delegates will have a chance to discuss various Canadian problems such as equality in politics, education, culture, economics and equality between the grade sexes. In order to promote student of Canada, funds have been made available through Open House Canada to enable the host student to pay a return visit to the home of the delegate. This means that McMaster will be hosting his guest from Moncton for a five day visit during this summer. All of the travel arrangements and costs from Moncton to Saskat­ chewan will be looked after by the awareness Interchange Committee. According to McMaster his submitted which con­ tributed to his selection of represen­ ting his school at the Interchange of Canadian Studies conference. It is not all schoolwork for McMaster for he is actively involved in school sports and was a member of the city's A fastball club. He is also a member of the school's foot­ ball team which won the provincial honors. McMaster will be following his brother's footsteps when he enrolls at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon. He will be majoring in Physical Education. -ARCHIE KING resume was tention from the Department. The set back was due to the severe winter conditions. The estimated cost of the school is 1.9 million including sewer and water services. The 1.9 million dollar school with a footage of 14,000 sq. ft. will house ten classrooms, one Construction of the new elemen­ tary school at the La Ronge Band has been going very well with the ex­ pected completion date to be early 1979. In a recent interview Ernie Lawton said, there was a set back of two months but they did receive �xPage 32 for building. Chief Miles Venne along with Department officials performed the sod turning event last fall. Educa­ tional facilities, long overdue, have been approved by the Departmental officials in the Prince Albert District. These Federal schools uI...slde La Ronge include Little Red River school which is about to com­ pleted. James Smith, Sturgeon Lake, Pelican Narrows, Montreal Lake and Red Earth were also ap­ proved and some are now under construction. Although many of the Dept. ot Indian Affairs officials deny the In­ dian control of Indian Education it is happening. Indian control of In­ dian Education is here to stay. -FLORENCE POORMAN the - - - - specially design­ ed kindergarten classroom, a cultural activity room, library, music room, seminar room, and of­ fices. This education facility will pro­ vide services to two hundred and fif­ ty students. The teachers, trainees, Chief and band members are all anxious to move into the new - For the T.F.H.Q. district, each band will submit proposals and this will in turn be decentralized to each band. The third and last program is the High School Employment. The ob­ jective is to employ high school students from grades 9-12 during the summer months. The allocation for the Saskatchewan Region was $290,000. The Ft. Qu' Appelle Chiefs were dissatisfied with the amount allocated to their district; which was $39,900. Each district received the following: North Battleford -$64,864; Prince Albert $63,527; Yorkton $36,779; Saskatoon - - -$38,116; T.F.H.Q. - $39,900; Meadow Lake $34,104; Shellbrook $6,910 and Region $5,800. The amount allocated to this district last year was $56,000. It seems that the tentative amount given to each district was taken from school enrollments of October 1978, except for T.F.H.Q. and Saskatoon Districts. When you look at last year's allotments as compared to this - - - year's (tentative) allotments, Summer Student Employment Program There are three programs for high school students looking for summer employment on their reserves. First, there is the Student Job Corps program with $200,000 allocated for Saskatchewan. Each district has received their share; North Battleford $29,738.00; Prince Albert $50,010.00; Yorkton - - Construction Of New School Progressing Well the year. The allocation Saskatchewan Region is $440,000. North BAttleford receiv­ ed $66,759; Prince Albert -$112,276; Yorkton $51,950; Saskatoon $52,678; T.F.H.Q. $78,229; Meadow Lake $47,945; Shellbrook $30,163. throughout you will see how our district did not receive a fair share. However, new figures have allot­ ted on May 14th. In order to have a fair share, our allotment for the district should be in the $60,000 -LYLA LAVALLEE range. Indian Lifestyles, Important Part Of Education Program $23,142.00; Saskatoon -$23,467.00; Touchwood-File Hills -$34,846.00; Meadow Lake -$21,358.00; Shellbrook -$13,439.00; Regional $4,000.00 Out of the T.F.H.Q. district, with a budget of $34,846.00, each band is asked to submit a proposal for their many Indian educators. The Prince Albert Indian Student Residence have these classes for grades share. The second program is the Youth Job Corps. This program is to create jobs for the unemployed These cruldren are taught not to forget their language and the lifestyle they left behind. They learn - youth between the ages of 15-24 Indian Children, and Cree language has been the important subject in the past few years for kindergarten to four. Continued The Saskatchewan Indian �INDIAN LIFESTYLES Continued their identity as Indian people and­ not the wrong things which seeming­ ly plague most Indian people as we go through our way i� life. . Indian Language Teacher at the sch�ol and is very busy. The preparatl?n of these classes vary and are quite ex­ tensive. Mrs. Marie Merasty has been helping Valerie and has been and insperation to the children. She Valerie LaDoux, IS the an elderly woman from the Peter Ballantyne Band. Mrs. Merasty, is a mother of is twelve children and foster mother of another 17 young. At the age of 79 Marie works as a substitute Teacher at different classes two or three times aweek. She is an admirable lady who had the opportunity of never classroom education but has alot to offer to the Indian people. She ex­ pressed her feelings on the Indian chilren and religion, which is the most important aspect in her life. While Mrs. Merasty lamented on the modern trends, she has learned to accept the social, and cultural changes in this society. In the classroom she tells stones about Indians long ago legends as well as cautioning the children about dangers in fire, and alcohol. The children appreciate the elderly lady and are very excited with �er presence. This part of the Education should help each student evolve his own value system and develop a sound personality to his best advan­ . tage. Marie Merasty has added some delightful moments for the children stay is to last till the end of June 1979. She is an impressive lady and advices us to give children a sense of personal worth and religious training. She also said we should set a good exam­ ple on which to build a life, teaching them to respect the rights of others and to be respectful to the elderly, at P .A.I.S.R. and her teachers and the law. -FLORENCE POORMAN Contribution Approved For Federated College Indian and Northern Affair! Minister J. Hugh Faulkner an­ nounced the approval by Treasury Board of an interim contribution of The Saskatchewan Indian to $500,000 to the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College. The contribution was approved by the Board after the Province had agreed to contribute $275,000 to the College for the 1979-80 academic up year. A contribution in the amount of first announced at the All Chiefs Policy Conference held at the Legislative Building in January of 1978. Otto Lang, Minister of Transport had made the announcement on behalf of the Minister of Indian Af­ fairs Hugh Faulkner. The College, established in 1976, is located on the University of $250,000 was Regina campus Indian-oriented and provides university programs to Indians and non-Indians. It also assists educational development in Indian communities. To date, it has not proven possi­ ble to establish an agreed continuing funding arrangement for the Col­ lege. Since its inception, the bulk of the financial support for the College has been provided by the Federal government. The College is however a post-secondary educational in­ stitution and as such, in the view of the Federal government, should not be denied the support that the pro­ vince provides to comparable in­ stitutions. The new contribution authority will allow the College to continue operations for a further year, while efforts continue to reach agreement with the Province. Tuition fees would be set at levels comparable to those of other institutions in the Province. It is expected that more than 150 full-time students will be enrolled at the College. Additionally over 250 students will follow extension pro­ grams on reserves, including courses in Indian studies, social work and teacher training. Two-Year Course Expanding To A full into a fledged bachelor of education degree pro­ gram of 21 classes. Students �ill qualify for a Standard A teaching certificate after successfully com­ pleting 16 classes and will be eligible for employment in the elementary developed schools of the province. The revised program was approv­ ed by the University Senate at its regular spring meeting and subse­ quently by the faculty council. Whyte, director of the change r:neets the recently province'S revI�e.d .re­ quirements for teacher certification and provides more scope for con­ centrating on Indian studies. It also provides for additional professional Dr. K.J. program, said the classes that will prepare students for meeting more adequately the needs of Indian and northern schools. These include the teaching of English as a second language and curriculum development in Indian and northern schools. Indian Teacher Education Program was introduced in 1973 to provide native children with more teachers of their own ancestry. The major impetus for developing the program came from the Indian peo­ The ple. It includes the same core subjects the regular program leading to the bachelor of education degree, but differs in both focus and for­ mat. More of the prescribed profes­ sional courses focus on teaching in as Indian and northern communities. In addition, greater flexibility is allowed in choosing arts and science classes so that students who wish to may concentrate more on studies relating to such things as traditions, history and values of Indian culture. In order to provide a broader ex­ perience in a variety of schools, the 19 weeks of field training is divided into four segments and given at dif­ ferent times throughout the pro­ gram. Degree Program SASKATOON, Apr. 10 The In­ dian Teacher Education Program at the University of Saskatchewan is being revised and extended. - Originally a two and year certificate course, it one-half is being Page 33 �THE SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN FEDERATED COLLEGE Education is a treaty right yet for the past years the Saskatchewan Indian Federated two College's greatest concern was the financial support to main­ tain the operation of the College. The negotiations revolved around jurisdiction policy with regards to the issue of post secondary education. In spite of this issue, the College has survived as its philosophical base is developed through the humanistic values of our Indian people, co-operation.. sharing, trust and respect. The support of elders with their wisdom and advice, "We must never give up our struggle to strengthen the education of our young people of tomorrow." This advice gave the strength to the Col­ lege staff to develop the humanistic component of our treasured culture. This was not futile, today after two and one half years of negotiations the College has been successful in receiving financial support for the development and implementation of programmes that would meet the training needs of Indian profes­ sionals for our Indian communities in Saskatchewan, Canada and North America. The Saskatchewan Indian Federated College is in its third year of operation at the University of Regina. As a fully accredited, Indian-controlled in­ stitution we are unique. There are no other institu­ tions of our stature in North America. Our Federated status with the University granted us the normal privileges and responsibilities accorded anyother in­ sitution of its stature within the province of Saskat­ chewan. The notable exception to these ar­ rangements, which is clearly stated in the Federation Agreement, is that the College must secure its fun­ ding from the Government of Canada. To date, this question has not been adequately resolved and, as a consequence, we are severely limited in the amount of research, planning and development we can do. One of the major thrusts of the Federated College is its commitment to meeting the needs of our people in the 131 Indian communities of Saskatchewan. By necessity this means we must have staff who can not only meet with the 68 Chiefs and Band Councils of the province to discuss their requirements, but who are also capable of developing programs of study that truly reflect our history, culture and values. It is our belief that this process of research, plan­ ning and development could go on for the next ten years, and will require a substantial input of both human and non-human resources. To date, the Federated College has entered into agreements with several faculties of the University. The Indian Studies program, which includes all In­ dian Studies courses, the Indian Languages Program and the Indian Art Program are offered with the ap­ proval of the Faculty of the Arts. Programs in Indian Teacher Education and Indian Guidance Counsellor Education, Bilingual/Bicultural Indian Education, Page 34 Ida Wasacase - Director of Federated College. Library Science, Indian Music Education, Indian Art Education, and Language Arts have been negotiated with the Faculty of Education and the Saskatchewan Teacher Board of Education. Two-year certification and four-year degree programs in Indian Social Work Education (Faculty of Social Work) and In­ dian Management and Administration (Faculty of Administration) have been completed. In the future, other programs will be brought for­ ward as proposed offerings by the College, for exam­ ple, there is a great deal of interest in creating an In­ dian Sports College, which could be established under the supervision and administration of the Federated College. With the Federation of Saskat­ chewan Indians' immediate direction in Indian Government there will be a demand to start working out a plan for the Associate Arts degree for the pro­ fessional training of Lawyers, Doctors, Engineers, Hydrologists, Agriculturalists, etc., which will re­ quire the development within the College of expertise in the areas of socio-eonomic, political and legal development. The communities in the far north have a great for the development of Indian professionals. The College is identifying alternatives that will meet the educational growth of Indian people in the north the College has been researching the area of im­ plementing a concept known as Distance Education -hopefully this will become a reality by January 1980. This concept will be the beginning of training teachers, administrators, professionals for our isolated communities. Aside from the problem of funding, our other problems have centered around the identification and employment of professional staff who are capable of listening to and understanding the Indian point of view, and who have the ability to combine this with the extant academic information. In most cases these individuals just don't exist or are not available at the present time. concern - The Saskatchewan Indian �Our solution to this problem, at this time, is to assign those who are available to do the necessary number of well known academics in the field of In­ dian Education express an interest in joining our staff, either on a visiting or permanent basis. These people will be a welcome addition to our staff. and development. The courses will be developed and they will be delivered and in the long­ run this approach may provide a firmer foundation for the College then if we had been able to hire all of the expertise immediately. During the past few months, we have had a The figures quoted below reflect a growing de­ mand for the kind of service we can provide to the In­ dian communities. To this date we have Indian students enrolled in our College from every province in Canada, New Brunswick to British Columbia. FEDERATED COLLEGE Continued research ON-CAMPUS ENROLLMENT: FULL-TIME: 1976 28 1977 21 1977 23 86 70 36 82 150 1977 1978 1978 1978 1979 OFF-CAMPUS: EVENING CREDIT: 6 6 257 55 388 227 258 450 26 24 1-------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is indicative of the growth of an Indian con­ trolled institution. With the enquiries from aJJ over North America the increase is bound to grow in the future. The main thrust of the College is to impart the both worlds to the students, the Indian and the non-Indian world. The students after being trained, will have the choice of moving from one world to another. They have learned to knowledge and skills of ur:derstand their own culture, their own language, plus have developed the skills they need to survive in the competitive world. To this date, the students at the College have shown great initiative and promise as our future leaders of tomorrow. The formation of the Indian Student Organiza­ tion is a mechanism recognized by the University and the Federated College to promote and support Indian Education at all levels. The student organization en­ couraged the motivation for self-development, socially, culturally, economically, and intellectually. As a result of this united body, negotiations with the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs were successful in regards to the Post-Secondary The Director Guidelines known as the E-12 series General of the Department assure": the following: 1) No student will be denied sponsorship once accepted in a Post-secondary Institution. 2) A consistant policy will be set up with all districts in regards to stu- Indian Social Work Education dent training allowance. To date, the need for a reasonable student train­ ing allowance is still under negotiation. The students have been active in the sports field within the University, picking up four intermural awards. Social events for time to get away from studies have been organized in the form of coffee houses, pot-luck dinners, the annual ski trip and the final semester wind-up. The organization has been able to fund these socials through their fund raising acivities such as jewelry sales, auctions and sports pools. We are extremely proud of our students that have not only is the positive enrolled in the College development occuring in our on-campus classes but also the growing demands with our Off-campus - classes. The foregoing information reflects our develop­ ment to date towards the future of increasing enroll­ Indian ment for the Saskatchewan Indian people Control of Indian Education. Although we feel we have made some progress during the past year, we also know that we have many years of hard work ahead of us. We wish to thank Dr. Barber President of the University of Regina, the FSI Senators, Ex­ - - ecutive, the Chiefs of Saskatchewan and our Indian people, for the support we have received. We believe meet we can the needs of all an Institution that will Indian Students. develop our Program are being invited for admission to the Indian Social Work Education Program, (lSWEP), which is Brochures and application forms are available program of the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College. Applications a from Band offices, FSI offices, Department below. Deadline for applications is June 15, 27, 1979. Interested persons should apply chewan Indian Cultural College, Box 3085, The Saskatchewan Indian of Indian Affairs, Education Counsellors or from the address 1979. Classes for the 1979-80 Fall Semester begin on August to: Director, Indian Social Work Education Program, Saskat­ Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Phone: 244-1146. Page 3S �CHILDREN In 1976, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution declaring 1979 as the Interna­ tional Year of the Child. In March of 1978 over 100 national voluntary organizations unanimously approved in principle the establishment of a Canadian Commission for the International Year of the Child. The Commis­ sion is responsible for promoting observance of the IYC in Canada and will encourage the widespread involvement of people and organizations in order to advance the rights, interests and well being of all Canadian children. The Commission will encourage the celebra­ tion of the role of childhood and the very special place that children have in society and to create a milieu in which children's activities, creativity, im­ agination, ideas and things can be widely portrayed and demonstrated. Further details about the IYC are now available from the Canadian Commission for the International Year of the Child, 323 Chapel Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7Z2 (613) 238-3483. Page 36 �The Saskatchewan Indian Page 37 �KIDS: Feel free to pencils use your crayons, to colour the characters in this legend. or paints Many years ago there lived a young Cree boy, Little Star, and his friend, Little Moon. As they grow up together, they shared the sorrows and joys of close friendship: THE FUR COAT -Rose Whitstone Chief Taylor School Onion Lake, Sask. Page 38 One winter, Little Star's mother made him a fine bearskin coat and to keep out the cold winter winds. Little Star loved his coat and cap so much that he promised his mother to wear them every time he went outside. Then he rushed out to tell his friend Little Moon. When Little Moon saw the coat, something came over him. His face turned the colour of summer leaves and he became uneasy. cap The Saskatchewan Indian �"Something wrong?" asked Lit­ tle Star, turning to show off his coat and break the awkward silence. I was "Uhl oh no, just dreaming" lied Little Moon. "Well then, come! Let's go and Old Moose" replied Little Star, and he led Little Moon off towards the big tent where the old grand­ see father The Saskatchewan Indian lived alone. Page 39 �------- --------- As they crawled in, said "You're just in time. I want you both to go hunting with me. " "Tapwe?" gasped Little Star with joy, but little Moon only smiled, as a finger touched the fur of the coat. Off they went. Page 40 The Saskatchewan Indian �"Eha" answered old Moose. Lit­ tle Moon said no and edged closer to the fire for he was too chilly and cold to go The Saskatchewan Indian walking just then. Page 41 �About an hour later, it was get­ ting darker and the pair decided to go look for Little Star and head for home, to try their luck another day. The old man was patient and knew that game would come eventually. Suddenly, a brown furry flash caught his eyes, went away, then came again, as something darted between the trees, in and out of the fading light. o o , e )) o o - o o o II e Old This Moose watched carefully. animal did not move in a straight line, Hit must be a deer, or a bear" thought the old man. He raised the gun slowly and Little Moon knelt down, his hand covering his ears. Page 42 The Saskatchewan Indian l/ �The Saskatchewan Indian Page 43 �They carried him straight home. Salty tears ran down Little Moon's cheeks. The parents were struck with horrow and pain. Eventually, Little Star was placed on a raised stand of poles and skins. The tribe'____""""_ gathered round, only Old Moose Little Star's mother never joine the other women. She stayed in her -- tee-pee with the coat in her arms un­ til she too died, a week later. Her husband married a maiden from another tribe. Little Moon, too, was never the same. He turned from being a happy boy, with friends into a lonely one. Old Moose left the tribe, blaming himself for what had happened. manYL-- �- -:;- k� @ � Page 44 �<;H ATf' HLtVh N' :O'lhlnN 'll.THUAI • "')1.1 t:IH::: r . i Hit ,\ H v H"I',\ H'fMJ':I'\T ??? • • What's • going on? �Ntlltl.N < t'i.T�IH.;c\.l •• �l I 1 t Where am I? 4 our friend and send it to: The Saskatchewan Indian L " ,"! i I'm in a Library. The Cultural College Library. We invite the readers of the Saskatchewan Indian to help us find a past for this little person. He can't remember who he is, how he got here or where he came from. Please write a story about I' •• ,.'. t Saskatchewan Indian The Saskatchewan Cultural College Indian Library Department Box 3085 Saskatoon. Sask. S7K 3S9. Page 45 ��L't ';lfA'1'CUEWAN 't«H¥AN ( tit:.' (I it,A {, O)l,l,£(i-£ 5 6 Oh no! I don't remember who I am! Please help me. Can anyone tell is? or where I'm from? what my name c..»: Brend4... a�flrd,/ D�l (}ra ere Page 46 me J", L S<!/'(I/ 3 Cia q The Saskatchewan Indian �My name is Barbara Lavallee and I am from Cowesess Reserve. I would like to hear from boys or girls aged 16. My hob­ bies include: disco dancing, sports, listen­ Barbara Lavallee, SOG 2YO. I would like to be a pen pal. My name is Dawn Tuckanow, I'm 10 years old and in grade 5. I would like to have pen pals around 10 11 years old. My hobbies are: is Vonnie Pelletier, I come from Cowessess Reserve. I am interested in boys or girls aged 16. My hobbies are riding horses, riding bikes, swimming and baseball, basketball, volleyball, and bak­ ing. Write: Dawn Tuckanow, 1746 Ot­ tawa St., Regina Sask. ing to music. Write: Q.I.R.S., Lebret Sask. My name disco dancing, music and sports. Write: Vonnie Pelletier, Q.I.R.S., Lebret, Sask. SOG 2YO. My is Linda and I come Piapot Reserve. I would like to hear from girls age 16. My interests are all kinds of sports, and listening and dancing to the beat. I also like beading and writing letters. Write: Linda Obey, Q.I.R.S., Lebret Sask. SOG 2YO. name Obey from Hi there, my name is Deanna Lameman and I would like to hear from boys and girls around 14-15. My hobbies are: sports, music, and drawing. Write: Dean­ Lameman, Onion chewan. SOM 2EO. na Saskat­ Lake, My name is Pamela Skeenum and I am 12 years old. I would like to hear from Pen pals both male and female any age my hobbies are: dancing, disco and - My name is Cindy Roberts. I am from Sturgeon Lake. I am 12 years old. I would like to ear from girls and boys between the ages of 12-14 years. My hobbies are knit­ ting, music, sports, attending pow-wows, bike riding, dancing and meeting new friends. Write: Cindy Roberts, Alingly, P.O., Sask. is Micheal Obey. I'm from I'm 13 years old. I would like to hear from boys and girls 13-14 name Piapot Reserve. years old. My hobbies are: badminton, tennis, riding horses and disco dancing. Write: Micheal Obey Q.I.R.S., Lebret Sask. SOG 2YO. My name is Karen boy I like: Hi, my name is Dora Cardinal. I am 13 years old and I would like a pen pal. My and Karen Lewis, Onion Lake, Sask. 2EO. is Eleanor Chief, I'm 13 years old and would like to hear from boys and girls between the ages of 13-16. Write: Eleanor Chief, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM 2EO. Eva SOA lWO. is lackie Carrier. I would like people any age. I'm 13 years old. My hobbies are: Pow-wow and Disco Dancing and meeting new peo­ ple. Write: lackie Carrier, Box 10, Craven Sask. SOG OWO. My name to hear from young My name is Claudette Carrier. I'm 12 years old, I'd like young people to correspond with between the ages of 12-13. My hobbies include: Pow-wow Dancing, outdoor sports and meeting new people. girl ages 11-13 to be my pep playing, baseball, soccer, jogg­ riding my horse and bike. Write: or Hi! My name is Rose Anne I would like to hear from SOM Harper and the ages of 11-14. My sports are baseball and horse back riding. Write: Rose Anne Harper, General Delivery, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM girls 2EO. Hi! My name is Ruby Moosewaypayo and I am 14 years of age. I would like to write to people from various reserves ages 14-16. My hobbies are riding horses, drawing and writing letters. Write: Ruby Moosewaypayo, Box 70, Gordon Student Residence, Punnichy Saskatchewan SOA 3CO. Hi! My name is Helen Machiskinic I am 16 years old and I would like to have pen pals, aged 16. Write: Helen Machiskinic, General Deliery, Perigord Sask. SOA 3AO. Hello, my Hi! My name is Theresa Chief and I am from Onion Lake Sask. My age is 14 and I would like to hear from guys around my age 14-16. I am interested in all kinds of sports and listening to music. Write: would like to hear from girls around my age (14). Write: Taysup, Box 583, Kelvington, Sask. I would like pal. ing, name I and Sask, SOG OWO. Lewis, any My boys Write: Claudette Carrier, Box 10, Craven sports. Write: Pamela Skeenum, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM 2EO. hobbies are playing baseball, and swimm­ ing. Write: Dora Cardinal, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM 2EO. is Eva Taysup. My hob­ reading books, all kinds of sports, music, writing letters, and going to name Pow-wows. Hi! My name is Patricia Obey. I'm from Piapot Reserve. I am 12 years old. I would like to hear from boys and girls 12-13 years old. My hobbies are: baseball, volleyball and riding horses. Write: Patricia Obey, Q.I.R.S., Lebret Sask. SOG 2YO. Hi! My Hi! My bies include: tand, I am is Lorraine Stones­ 15 and would like to hear from name boys and girls. My hobbies are reading, writing and music and volleyball. Write: Lorraine Stonestand, Box 684, Kinistino My name is Donna Machiskinic. I would like to hear from boys and girls ag­ ed 16. Write: Donna Machiskinic, General Delivery, Rose Valley Sask. SOE Sask. SOl IHO. IMO. is Terry Fox and I am 11 and from Sweetgrass Reserve. My hobbies are: swimming, softball and My name is Shannon Fox. I am 15 years old. I would like to hear from people the Theresa Chief, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM 2EO. My name years old My name is Marilyn Chief. I am years old and would like to hear from 15 girls boys. I am interested in biking and beading and writing letters. Write: Marilyn Chief, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM or and meeting people going to pow-wows. I would like both boys and girls ages 11-14 to, Write: Terry Fox, Box 119, Gallivan, Sask. SOM OXO. ages of 15-16. I like all sports especially softball and bowling and disco dancing. I am from the Sweetgrass Reserve. Write: Shannon Fox, Box 119, Gallivan Sask. SOM OXO. 2EO. Hi! My name is Coreena Masson and I am 13 years old and would like to hear from boys and girls 13-15. My hobbies in­ clude: swimming, dancing, all sorts of sports. Write: Coreena Masson, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM 2EO. name is Sharon Pahtanykan and I from Onion Lake. I am 12 years old and I would like to hear from boys and girls 12-14. My hobbies are: bike riding, Hi! My name is Rhonda Fox. I am 13 old. I am from the Sweetgrass Reserve. My hobbies are: swimming, soft­ years ball, disco-dancing and meeting new people all outdoor and going to pow-wows. I would like to hear from boys and girls 13-16. Write: Rhonda Fox, Box 119, Gallivan Sask. SOM OXO. sports, Hi! My from is Frances Rockthunder. 1 Reserve I would like to guys and gals between the ages of 15-16. 1 am 15 years old and my hobbies include: dancing, sports, music. I will try and answer all letters. Write: Frances Rockthunder, Box 10, Craven Sask. SOG OWO. name Piapot correspond with am My am and dancing. I will try to answer all letters. Write: Sharon Pahtanykan, Onion Lake, Sask. SOM 2EO. volleyball, The Saskatchewan Indian My name is Heather Weenie. I'm a regular reader of your magazine. I would like 10 have pen pals ages 11-14. 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',. /1' The Saskatchewan Indian Page 4l) �A STORY OF SURVIVAL INTRODUCTION This story took place in a deep coulee known as (Beaver Dam) in Pasqua Reserve Qu'Appelle Valley, - Plains Cree Saskatchewan (Kee-she-sas-kat-che-wan meaning "Fast flowing water" Kinunda Canada not divided whole land, Beautiful land (Plains Saulteaux) Canada Land with no sin in it almost Kanatan - - - - - - - perfect (Plains Cree) A tribe of Nomads, People - Saulteaux Time B. C. - - how known as the Before Columbus As I look back, roughly about forty years ago, often have I marveled at the courage, the utmost faith in The cool acceptance of inevitable the Great Spirit death the ultimate in determination. A story that was told to me by my late father. A story that was told to him by his grandfather, and on and on it passed throughout the distant past. I make bold to mention for the first time in centuries, this story had its origin way back when this land of our was not divided whole land beautiful (Saulteaux) land with no sin in it almost perfect (Plains Cree) before "who calls" became the legend of "Qu' Appelle". It's said, it's told, it's whispered still around camp­ fires. If, in the dead of the night, you will venture into this steep (deep) coulee you may hear the eerie throb­ throb of a hand drum you may hear the ghostly death chant of defiance echoing eerily out amongst the silent hills. In reverence, I pause, I bow my head, I silently, humbly pay tribute to this long gone distant relative. To this old, old lady of long ago. May your courage, your love, your compassion live on forever. This autumn in mid-September, brilliant was my valley of many colors, everywhere could be seen burst of crimson and yellow foliage, mauve and scarlet and golden were the leaves thatdotted the shoreline, the hills and coulee's. Far to the west, a smokey haze greeted your shielded gaze, as the majestic sun began its des­ cent, shedding its cloak. of scarlet upon the rippling - - - - - - - - waters. Over head the honking flight of the wild geese, chorused by the mournful call of the Loon, made man's heart flutter with unease. "Soon we must travel! Soon we must journey and search for better hunting grounds!" This valley with all its splendor, belied its beauty. An early frost and blight had destroyed the berries. Slowly-ever so slowly, the once lush valley, began to fade and wither. The buffalo and deer began their migration to greener pastures. Day after day, week after week hunting parties returned to their camp grounds empty handed-disheartened. Food, 'life-giving food' .. was meagre. The chief of the tribe called a meeting a feast was held. Campfires glowed. A purple haze settled that night of the full moon. All night long rituals were per- Page 50 formed, songs to the Great Spirit were sung. War drums throbbed! Out of the murky darkness, an owl hooted! Far on a distant knoll, a band of coyotes-shrilled and howled, as if in mockery to man's pleas to man's weakness to man's plight. The acrid smell of wood smoke and sweet grass fill­ ed the air. Foreboding lay heavily in the minds of men and women. Daybreak came early that morning. The sun rose a flaming red, amidst a clouding sky casting long crimson fingers across the October sky. Adding to the foreboding of impending doom. "Wunish-kock! (get up) ashawapun! (already its day bright) yelled the Chief to his sleeping people, "We must prepare for travel in five rising suns, far to the west of the shining mountains!" All week long preparations were made, berries were picked and dried and pounded with dried fat and meat (pemican) which was divided to each member. Teepees and robes and clothing and blankets were packed, for everyone who was strong and able, must carry their load, for this long journey of many moons and many . perils. One teepee was not taken down, great care was taken as to its sturdiness and warmth. Most of the dried meat and pemican, which at most was a meagre supply, was hung inside along with a little bow-flint and touchwood. Plenty of dried wood was hauled and plac­ ed around it. For this was to be the home of my Heroine, this old lady of long ago, for she knew, without being told, that she.was to remain, to face and battle the sub zero weather of the terrible (Kununda) winter. Anyone who was sick, maimed or to old to travel, had to remain: this was not a sentence handed down for wrong doing from one mortal man to another, as we know it today, in our ultra-modern society, but rather The Saskatchewan Indian �instinctive law of survival of the natives. She accepted her fate with the utmost calm, she neither begged or pleaded, nor did she cry, for crying was only for babies. She was bid farewell by all and I dare say, many a heart broke for this dear old grand­ mother. But she urged them on, for they must hurry! So began the survival of man (in the form of a fee­ ble old woman) against the bitter cold of (Kununda) Canada winter. As was predicted by the elders of the tribe. The Nor'Wester began to blow cold chilly winds that chased snow flurries all across the valley. The once palcid lake began to freeze, soon it became one big blue­ green glossy surface on which the snow twirled and swirled and drifted, forming many drifts and dunes. The cold figid (Kununda) Canada winter had set in. an Then nightly, after the winds subsided she prayed for deliverance. Nightly, could be heard the feeble throb-throb of a hand drum, a song that changed to a song of defiance. A song that shrilled its defiance to the four winds, a song that lulled the night. How cold must have been her humble dwelling! How lonely must have been her solitary living! The urge to end it all must have been compelling. When the Great Spirit created life, he bestowed upon all his living creatures, first and foremost the will to live. Yes; this feeble old woman, in­ tended to battle the elements, to fight the dispair, the lonliness that threatened to consume her being her cold cold world of desolution. Each morning at daybreak, she gathered more dry wood and snared small game, for her meagre supply of pemican slowly dwindling. By the end of Nevember, winter was at its fiercest. Her once cherry campfire began to spew and sputter and smolder, losing its warmth, like the dying flame of an exhausted love. No longer could she snare small game, for the snow in the coulee became to crusty and deep. With the bitter cold and no more food, the end seemed near for this feeble old woman. Again she prayed to the Great Spirit for deliverance, once more she sang her death song, a song that changed to defiance, a song that blended with the never ending sighing of the prairie winds, a song that echoed eerily out amongst the silent hills. She awoke that dreary morning to a commotion, "What is this? she cried, "What other perils must I en­ counter?" There before her eyes, she witnessed a desperate struggle, a struggling herd of buffalo was beloved valley. Anxiously, she waited and prayed for the safe return of her loved ones and return they did. "But look!" the chief exclaimed, "smoke arises from our campgrounds, prepare for battle, some other tribe has taken over our campgrounds!" A scout was sent ahead to investigate. Now dear reader, could you imagine the shock? The disbelief? that greeted the gaze of this scout as he viewed the racks and racks of dried meat and to see my Heroine spritly going about her work? Rooted to the spot was he. I dare say, his mighty war whoop! could be heard throughout the entire valley, which certainly brought the rest of the tribe on therun. Armed with bow and ar­ row, knives, clubs, spears and hammers of stone in readiness for battle. Now close your eyes and try to picture, try to visualize the mixed reactions, the disbelief, the emotions that gripped the entire band as they gazed into this steep, coulee to behold, this old, old lady waving and beckoning to her people, yes, she was very much alive. I mentioned before crying was for babies, I retract that statement now, children, women, stalwart braves silently cried, silent tears. There was much ado that noon of many eons ago, a feast of thanksgiving was held to honour this wonderful woman, a ritual was held in honour of her survival. Far into the night, war drums throbbed mighty songs of bravery were sung, for had she not defied death? Had she not battled the elements and survived? Yes! She won. She was given a name of honour of bravery ? , but alas: throughout the annals of time, this name has been lost, by yours truly. So ends my true story of survival and she lives happi­ ly ever after. Lives Yes! Reincarnation? Yes. For how could a strong, courageous, loving spirit like hers die? She lives today, in the hearts of women with courage, she lives today in the hearts of wsmen with love, with compassion. She lives today in the minds of men with courage, with determination and finally, with honour. This then is my true story of Survival. . ' .... Y oun forever George J. Agecoutay , migrating to the west, had wandered to the beaver dam in search of water, one had ventured to far, and broke through the ice and became entrapped. She watched with pity as this mighty buffalo perished. Thus, the doom of this mighty monarch of the plains, became her salvation! An answer to her prayers. Bit by bit throughout the cold winter days, she skinned and cut up the meat which cooked over her camp fire. Her strength returned, for now she had food aplenty. Now her songs to the Great Spirit became joyous, joyful songs that blended with the warm soothing winds of the Chinooks. "Neepin, Neepin!" spring is here, sang the birds. Once again, my valley of many colors became beautiful, purple crocuses and tiger lillies, wild flowers and blooms of many hues could be seen everywhere. My Heroine was quite busy now. She fashioned and toiled by days, racks and racks of birch and cherry and maple sticks, oil which she hung meat to dry in the hot sun. For soon her people would be returning to their The Saskatchewan Indian George Johns Agecoutay, a resi­ dent of Regina Saskatchewan, entered "A Story-Of Survival" in the 1978 Native Writer's Contest which won him prize money of $200.00. Page Sl �SPORTS Cote Chief Receives Triple Honors At Hockey Wind-up Norman Stevenson, chief of the Cote Indian band, received triple honors Friday during the band's 12th annual hockey wind-up ban­ quet. He was named most valuable player of the Cote Selects and was presented the Robbie Badger and John Severight memorial trophies for his outstanding participation on the team during the year. Badger presented trophies mighty mite team players. Roger Cote was named most aggresive player of the team; Leslie Friday, most improved, and Dwayne Shingoose, the most valuable player on the team. Shingoose received the Chief Gabriel Cote memorial trophy as Peter to each of the Melfort Tourangeau was named valuable player of the Cote Salamanders teams. Andy Cote was named most gentlemanly player; Stuart Severight, top point getter; best Duncan Shingoose, most defenseman, and Jimmy Stevenson, best goalie. Trophies for top Cote Selects were donated by the Cote Wood In­ dustries. Barry Hall was named top goalie; Charlie Severight, outstan­ ding forward; Brian Severight, rookie of the year; Charlie Cyr, top point getter, and Guy Cote, outstan­ ding defenseman and best team man. Keitha Cote received the Tony Cote award naming her the top female athlete of the year. Perry Cote was awarded the Alfred Stevenson award naming him male athlete of the year. George Tournageau was named male fan of the year. A golden skate award recognizing the "most deadly player" was received by Jimmy ... Leslie Friday Most improved rniqhtv mite Delores Friday was named female Continued Stevenson. well. The "all star" winner on the wee wee team was Alfred Quewezance. Ruben Whitehawk was named best defenseman; Gregory Cote, the most improved player; Brian Cote, top point getter and Blaine Badger, the most valuable player. Badger also received the Jim Cote memorial trophy. Terry Keewatin was named most valuable player on the Junior Wagonburners pee wee team and received a trophy from lona Cote William· Bryant and the Pte. memorial trophy. Calvin Stevenson received the Delores Friday trophy naming him top point getting on the team. Darwin Cote was named most player and received a Diane Cote trophy. Kevin Cote was the most outstanding defenseman improved and received a Doreen Cote tro� The outstanding forward, John Fri­ day, received a Lorainne Badger trophy. Ken Keewatin was named most improved player of the Cote ban­ and received a Erla Cyr tams trophy. Robbie Cote, named best defenseman, received a George Keewatin trophy and Darren Shingoose, named most valuable player, received a trophy from lona Cote. Page 52 TRIPLE HONORS Norman Stevenson, Chief of the Cote Indian Band, received triple honors Fri­ day during the band's annual hockey wind-up celebration. He was named most valuable player of the Cote Selects hockey team, received the John Severight memorial trophy and a trophy from JoAnne Badger in memory of her son. Rob­ bie Badger which recognizes Stevenson as "the player of the year." The Saskatchewan Indian �HOCKEY WIND-UP Continued fan of the year and accepted an award from Olga Stusick. Diane Cote presented plaques to Albert and Tony Cote on behalf of the girls' fastball team in recogni­ tion of their support of the team. -Courtesy of The Kamsack Times ... ... ... Most Greg Cote improved wee Top Bryant Cote point getter wee wee wee Continued Ruben Whitehawk wee wee defenseman Top ... Blaine Badger Most valuable wee wee EDITORS NOTE: We have pic­ tured mostly younger players in this article in keeping with the character of this issue. The Saskatchewan Indian GABRIEL COTE TROPHY Dwayne Shingoose received the Chief Gabriel Cote memorial trophy from Lome Nystrom Friday recognizing him mighty mite team. as the most valuable player on the Cote Page 53 �HOCKEY WIND-UP Continued John Friday Kevin Cote ... Outstanding wee pee ... Outstanding pee forward wee defenseman ... Hockey Awards Officially End Hockey Season area. Another speaker was former Chief Johnson Kakum who guided the young soccer and fastball players during the Indian Summer Games which were hosted by the Cote Indian Band. In concluding a LITTLE PINE an successful hockey season, Awards night was held recently for the senior hockey team capping it with the presentation of individual awards. Little Pine Blue Hill Rangers hockey team of this Indian com­ munity, situated about 60 miles west of the Battlefords, sponsored the - gala Stressing that team work moulds winning team, Kakum pointed out that if one player will not contribute a to the team it event. a vital link in its soccer team ... Other individual winners included top scorer, Clarence Baptiste; best winger, Barry Bonaise; best defenceman, Jerry Bear; most dedicated, Delvin Kennedy; most improved, Myles Kakum; top stickboy, Leon Sapp; and most loyal fan, Pauline Frank. Two gratitude awards were presented to Wayne Standinghorn and Willy Desjarlias for their winn­ ing contributions Page 54 to the team. throw the team shown that teamwork places" said Kakum. Nighttraveller, the Cat, won the top award nailing down the MVP award and the Kenny Bear Memorial Trophy. Nighttraveller is winning once more the MVP award in provincial senior soccer during the past year's FSI competition. can "By winning the various hockey tournaments, you have off. Rene also Kietha Cote Female athlete of the year Terry Keewatin Most valuable pee wee John Nighttraveller, father of reminiscing his younger years, pointed out during his era they did not have the sophisticated equipment nor the money to travel to play against other teams. If they can take you Trophy doners included Bernard Baptiste, Oliver Frank, Victor Chickosis, Chief Casey Kennedy, Fred Bonaise, Soccer club, Jonas Semaganis, Kam's Auction, and Blue Hill Rangers hockey club. Rene, travelled munities to other they had Indian to com­ scrape up enough money to pay for the vehicle Nighttraveller added. He was noted for his soccer play­ ing ability and also for his softball pitching exploits in the surrounding Master of ceremonies for the oc­ casion who was Oliver Frank, handled the chores like a pro never having a dull moment for the many who the attended people ceremonies. Words of gratitude were also ex­ tended to the ladies for providing a tasteful meal of chicken and turkey. -AR<..:HlE KI�G The Saskatchewan Indian �AOUATIC FOX Rhonda Fox, a 12 year old girl from Sweetgrass Indian Reserve is making quite a name for herself in the sport of swimming. She is the daughter of Lorraine and Donald Fox. She joined the North Battleford Kinsmen Beaver Swim Club when she was only nine years old and has been active in swimming ac­ to her mother. Up at the crack of dawn, Lorraine drives her daughter to North Battleford, 25 miles away, for her swimming lessons. This young lady has won many cording ribbons and awards in freestyle, backstroke, breast stroke, but­ terfly, and also in 200 individual medal competitions. She recently qualified for an International Swim Meet which was held in Ed­ monton, Alberta. According to her mother Rhonda plans to further her swimming career in a Physical Education Program. She also plays ball with the Sweetgrass Rivals girls fastball team. With the encouragement she is receiving from her parents, we can be expecting to hear more about this swimming prospect in the future. -ARCHIE KING SPORTS COMMENTARY by ARCHIE KING in Indian to be unveiled a new era sports soon Now looking at the whole thing through "blue eyes" one would think that the whole thing was just one big political hassle and that only afew "brcwn eyes" were actually being assisted and progressing in The Federation of Saskatchewan Indians was recently given the mandate by the provincial Indian leaders to persue the establishment of a Indian Sports College for the Indian people in Saskatchewan. FSI first got involved in Indian sports when it administrating the Old Sports and Recreation was pro­ gram. This program involved the young Indian peo­ at the reserve level and also with the various residential schools. The old sports and recreation program organized district play-offs in various sports which lead to pro­ vincial championships hosted by various Indian ple reserves. philosophy of the old Sports and Recreation was the enjoyment of games. Recreation had long been a tradition in the lives of Indian people The program before the appearance of the white man. Since the Treaties were signed and our lives began to change in association with non-Indians people, many of these ways of relaxing or playing fell into dis-use and were forgotten. Looking one could at the old process have seen through "brown eyes" potential being people, as witnessed by the athletic developed in our young eager participation by many of our Indian youngsters the reserve level. One result of this was the formation of the Saskatchewan Bantam hockey teams. One such team crossed the ocean to play with European hockey teams served as goodwill ambassadors of Canada's Indian people. The formation of the Indian Summer Games, encouraged Indian Bands in the province to assist the youth in the development of sports and athletes. at The Saskatchewan Indian terms of programs. Many of us heard what was said by Tony Cote, when he presented the sport picture to the Indian leaders attending the Chiefs conference held in Saskatoon. Tony is the man responsible for the development of the sports program. The program was then developed in response to the need expressed by Indian Bands in Saskatchewan. A program which would encourage and assist the Bands to become actively involved in sports and recreation. Such recreational activities would then result in the physical and spiritual development of our Indian people. With the new Indian Sports College Program the need for increasing the skills or abilities of our Indian youth and the coaching of our recreation directors is greatly needed in order for Indian involvement in future sports. . Selling the Indian Sports College Prgogram to the various funding agencies is going to be another hur­ dle the FSI is going to have to deal with. Maybe we should approach the politicians now that the coun­ try's election is in full swing. I believe that once the Sports College Program gets under way that we as Indian people will once again see the participation of many of our athletes in not only Canada's Summer Games but also in other international atheletic competitions. We will pro­ bably see the day when another Indian person will be included with the great Jim Thrope as legends of Great Moments in Indian Sports. It is only recently that the importance of sports and recreation outlets for our Indian people has once again been shown to us. Page 55 �This picture is of the Shellbrook and Snake Plain (Mistawasis) soccer teams taken around the year 1906 or 1907. If any of the elders can identify members of the Mistawasis team, please submit names to The Saskatchewan Indian. This picture was on loan to us by Mr. Ben K. Mcintosh whose aunt Laura Mcintosh was the first white lady to teach school on the Mistawasis Reserve, which was in the late 1890's. Some of the team members are: Clement Smith, Bruce Mcintosh, Ed Keating, Tom Morton, John Morton, Ernest Jewitt and Jim Keating. Patuanak Wins Waterhen-Sponsored Hockey Tourney Waterhen Reserve sponsored the last hockey tournament of the season. The tournament was held on March 31 to April 1 at the Meadow Lake Arena. There were a total of participating with a total prize money of $2,000 plus trophies. The teams participating included 12 teams Buffalo Narrows, Ministikwan, Meadow Lake, Waterhen, Isle A La Crosse, Canoe Lake, Muskeg, Pa­ tuanak, Cole Bay, Onion Lake Border Chiefs and the Meadow Lake Friendship Centre. Patuanak Pats won the tourna­ ment with the championship trophy and a prize money of $700.00. Page 56 The A-side runner-up went to the Meadow Lake Friendship Centre. Waterhen Braves were the B-side champions winning the prize money of $300.00. There were individual awards presented. The most valuable player trophy went to Abe Apisis presented by Nimoko Enterprises, Dorintosh. The most sportsman like team went to Cole Bay Fighting Saints, the most gentlemanly player went to Tom Fiddler donated by Meadow Ford, the high point getter went to Lyle Villeneuve donated by Dorin­ tosh Hotel, the best defencemen award went to Ed Black donated by Johnson's Store, and best goalie award went to Armand Derocher of the Meadow Lake Friendship Cen­ tre and it was donated by Golden Spur Sweetgrass Sports Day JULY 14 , MEN'S FASTBALL LADIES FASTBALL MEN'S SOCCER HORSE RACES GYMKHANA Inn. This concluded the season. -NAOMI SEIB The Saskatchewan Indian �- -I n - ..................•..........................................................••...•....................•..... 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