Ned’ut’en Dust’lus
Fall Edition
Volume 1, 2nd EDITION
17TH ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
OCTOBER 26, 27, 28, AND 29, 2015
MARGARET PATRICK MEMORIAL CENTRE
Chief’s December Report
I would like to take this time and wish you a safe and prosperous Christmas holidays. Also keep
praying for all those who are in pain physically or mentally. Also pray for all our loved ones who
left us this year.
It has been a very interesting 2015 year and once again thank you for supporting me and voting
me back as Chief of LBN. I would like to take this time in thanking the past council members for
your dedication to the Nation. We are a big Nation and will need your services down the road
and lets be ready together. We have a new Council and it’s going to be quite a ride so let’s keep
our ducks in order and be prepared to take on what will be coming to us.
We did tackle some very hard issues and we did it in the best interest of the whole of LBN. What
comes to mind is the LNG process and it’s still in the early stages so please keep in touch of all
the developments. Training of our citizens is crucial and vital and we will make sure it’s done
right. This gas pipeline will go through and the question is “Is it going to be at the port of Prince
Rupert area or moved to the Nisga’a territory.” Please keep in touch with Councillor Verna
Power and our LNG Manager Betty Patrick on further developments.
With the new government in Ottawa and from what I have been hearing it’s going to be a lot of
changes on how business will be done with us, as indigenous peoples. I am really happy that my
former colleague Jody Wilson-Raybould was elected in Vancouver Granville riding and is now
the Justice Minister. When Jody and I served as Commissioners at BC Treaty Commission we
first hired Jody as Treaty Analyst. I know she will do a great job for the country and help fix the
legal system that we have to abide by these days. Just look at our Tachet specific claims that we
lost and have to find other ways to correct what happened in the past. We have to look at why we
lost this tribunal and have to look at how it was handled. Keep in touch of further developments
as we may appeal but look to the Federal government to find a better way of dealing with this. I
will reach out to Jody and see where we can make some headway on this.
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As I have stated we will be faced with how the Federal government deals with us, the Federal
Government will do things differently from the past and it will be significant. We have to be
ready for this. I have dealt with the provincial government and continue to do so and we have
moved quite a way in our relationship. We have concluded a New Relationship MOU
(Memorandum of Understanding) with the BC government. This will reflect a better way we do
business with the provincial government. I expect there will be something similar that will
happen with the federal government so please keep in touch for further developments.
I would like to end by saying that we all have to work together and we cannot squander this
chance to be a strong player of how business is done Provincially or now even more Federally.
There will be positive changes and let’s get ready for this.
Take time being with your families and love them for what they are and of course keep God in
mind and pray for all the good in the world. Be positive and keep our families and friends in
mind. Have a safe holiday and enjoy the holidays.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all.
Mr. Bellegarde was presented with Gloves made by Ann Williams, an LBN
Bag; and an LBN logo print
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SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER,
NATIONAL CHIEF PERRY BELLEGARDE
Mr. Bellegarde was born in Fort Qu’appele Indian Hospital on August 29, 1962 and is a member
of the Little Black First Nation. He attended elementary school in Goodeve, and following
graduation from the Ballcarres high school in 1980 he attended the Saskatchewan Indian
Federated College (now First Nations University of Canada). In 1984 he became the first
Aboriginal person to earn a Bachelor of Administration Degree from the University of Regina.
He then became the Director of Personnel for the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies
from 1984 to 1986. From 1986 to 1988 Bellegarde was vice-president/assistant tribal council
representative for the Touchwood-File Hills-Qu-Appele (TFHQ) Tribal Council. From 1988 to
1998 he was negotiating a transfer agreement for the federally operated Fort Qu’Appelle Indian
Hospital to First Nation-owned-and-0perated status; he initiated and implemented the First
Nation urban service delivery center which continues to operate in Regina today; and with the
guidance and assistance of Elders he aided in regaining the original grounds of Treaty 4 to First
Nations control as reserve land.
In May, 1988, Bellegarde became the ninth Grand Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan
Indian Nations (FSIN), a position that carries with it the seat of vice-chief of the Assembly of
First Nations. Perry Bellegarde is the third member of his family to be elected to this position.
Grand Chief Bellegarde supported First Nation’s veterans in their struggle for compensation for
post-war injustices, aiding them in receiving a compensation package in 2003. He signed a 25year Gaming Agreement with the government; advanced outstanding issues regarding the 1930
Natural Resources Transfer Agreement and worked in areas of inherent and treaty rights. He
was a strong advocate for the advancement of women; made presentations on the Declaration on
the Rights of Indigenous Peoples to the United Nations, and was involved in the International
study of Treaties. Throughout his years in the political system, Bellegarde persistently pursued
his vision of equal opportunity and participation in all sectors for the First Nations people of
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Saskatchewan. Perry Bellegarde was named AFN National Chief on December 10, 2014. His
candidacy for National Chief of AFN was based on a vision that includes establishing processes
for self-determination, recognition of inherent Aboriginal and Treaty rights. the revitalization
and retention of Indigenous languages, and establishing a new relationship with the Crown – one
that removes the long-standing 2% cap on federal funding.
We have 10 Regional Chiefs. We want the Premiers to meet with the Chiefs on a regular basis in
every province; so that the Chiefs have access to the cabinet; and we want to establish processes
or tables to deal with the duty to consult and accommodate. We always had Aboriginal Rights
and Title as Indian people. The Government has a duty to consult and accommodate tables such
as revenue sharing tables.
We are also requesting to change the curriculum to schools to teach aboriginal rights and titles;
Impacts of residential schools; everywhere we go people say they didn’t know this happened.
This should be taught in the school systems. We still feel the intergenerational effects of
residential schools; men and women were ashamed to be Indians; they told us our languages,
ceremonies, potlatches etc. were no good. Then they experimented on the kids in these schools.
If they spoke their language they were put in an electric chair. We still feel those residential
schools. We see alcohol and drugs every day.
We want the Premier to declare the following five:
1. Premier to declare the indigenous languages of the territories; they should be declared
official languages of BC; they do this in the NWT. Put more focus on recognition. They
started that grade 3 class of smudging; then they started speaking Ojibway. They were
embracing it and enjoying it. That is the joy of diversification. That’s reconciliation in
action.
2. Before you issue licenses to big industries, that you ensure that the company has to think
of a strategy for First Nations employment; revenue sharing…I lift up all of our people
that did go up to vote. I was schooled by our old people, growing up on the reserve. 1968
we finally got the right to vote as Indian people. We need another tool in our tool box
and that voting will help with change.
3. To strengthen First Nations communities and families; Murdered & Missing Women
(MMW) inquiry must be done. There is an issue and a problem with the justice system.
To shed light we have to keep going. Daycare, detox, transportation investments need to
be combined. All of these supports we need to get healthy; and the men have to get well.
4. Indian child and family services; there are 40,000 children-in-care across Canada. We
know there is a big gap in funding for child care on reserve; which is lower than those off
reserve. 132 communities across Canada have boil water advisories. Sharing national
funding; there are no negotiations. It doesn’t even keep up with inflation; that 2% cap
has been in place for 20 years and that is not acceptable. Aboriginal rights; inherent
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rights; treaty rights; in Canada they only have specific claims policies and based on
termination of rights and title. These rights need to be informed and updated. Bill C38 is
illegal because it doesn’t accept rights.
5. Respecting the environment; the land the water are so imp0rtant to our people. This is
one really fundamental to who we are. Where are we at with the national energy board?
We need more aboriginal people on that table.
We have to get our people more involved. Revitalizing the Indian language; if we lose that
language who are we as people? We must ensure the revitalization and rejuvenation of our
language. Knowing who you are and where you come from; we walk in both worlds. You have
to be proud of who you are and ensure freedom from alcohol and drugs to live a healthy life
style. Closing the gap is simple. That is the gap that is not good for our country and for our
people; boiling water, youth suicide, etc. The gap also represents the funding for education on
reserve.
Maintaining that status quo is not good for Canada. Going forward with this new Prime Minister
will close those gaps. We want to decree and say to the world that the document of discovery is
an illegal and racist discovery and that will help us if he does that. One day we will say we will
have recognition by governments and our laws will be recognized as well. We have a lot of
work to do as chief, council and people.
Bellegarde said he decided to cast a ballot for the first time in a federal election after hearing
from First Nation Elders, leaders and youth who called on him to vote. “The message to me is
consistent and clear. It is vital that First Nations voices be heard in every way possible, including
through the ballot box,” said Bellegarde, in a statement. Bellegarde said he was told, “You need
to be an example.” Bellegarde admitted recently he doesn’t vote in federal elections on the
advice of Elders. “As Indigenous peoples, our relationship is with the Crown, rather than one
political party,” said Bellegarde. “And I must work with the entire Crown. That is why I have not
voted in federal elections.” Create our own laws. November 4th is coming up that is when the
Prime Minister will make his cabinet. I am lobbying for Chief Jody Wilson to get in there.
December 8, 9, and 10 is the all chiefs meeting. We acknowledge mother earth, moon, sun, and
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the plants; as well as the four legged ones. We acknowledge the swimmers; the ones that fly; we
are all connected - Rain, fresh, and salt waters are all connected.
Barbra and Melvin!
Elder, Willie Williams
Mr. Bellegarded with the school children
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Perry Bellegarde with Chief Adam
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Special Guest Speaker,
Chief Clarence Louie
Since December, 1985 when Chief Louie was first elected as Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band,
part of the Okanagan Nation in South Central British Columbia. He has consistently emphasized
economic development as a means to improve his people’s standard of living. Under his
direction the Band has become a multi-faceted corporation that owns and manages nine
businesses and employs hundreds of people. In 1998 the Osoyoos Indian Band Development
Corporation was formed to manage and provide strategic direction to the existing businesses and
as well as seek out new economic opportunities. Under Chief Louie’s tenure included the
negotiation settlement of three Specific Land Claims, the successful negotiation of over 1,000
acres of lease developments, the acquisition of hundreds of acres of land to add to the reserve,
the purchase of a viable off-reserve business, the financing and building of a new preschool/daycare and grade school gymnasium, construction of a new Health Center/Social
Services building and in 2008 the building of a 1st class Youth Center.
The OIB has modeled not only sustainable business development, but also socio-economic
development, whereby the community’s social needs are improved.
“Socio-economic
development is the foundation for First Nation self-reliance, our communities need to become
business minded and begin to create their own jobs and revenue sources, not just administer
underfunded government programs. Each of our First Nations must take back their inherent and
rightful place in the economy of their territory. Native people must change their mindset from:
Spending money to making money!” The band owns and operates nine businesses on the reserve,
including: vineyards, retail stores, a construction company, a Readi-Mix company, a
championship golf course, eco-tourism businesses and activities in the Forest Divison. In 2002
the Band opened up the first aboriginal winery in North America – Nk’Mip Cellars. The winery
is a joint venture with Vincor International.
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Councillor Derek MacDonald presents
Chief Louie with a gift!
Chief Wilf Adam, Chief Clarence Louie,
Chief Adam presents Chief Louie with
A Framed LBN logo!
It’s arguably the most prosperous First Nation in Canada, with virtually no unemployment
among the band’s 520 members. Job-seekers from elsewhere flock in to work at the band’s
businesses, which last year saw $26 million in revenue and $2.5 million in net profits.
Meanwhile, the reserve’s impressive school teaches native heritage and the Okanagan language.
Chief Louie was appointed to the board of Aboriginal Business Canada in 2001, and was listed
on the “Top 50 Canadians to watch” in Maclean’s Magazine in 2003. He received the
Aboriginal Business Leader Award from All Nations Trust and Development Corporation, the
Economic Developer of the Year Award from the Advancement of Native Development
Officers; the inspirational Leadership Award from Aboriginal Tourism BC, and the National
Aboriginal Achievement Award for Business and Community Development.
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Chief Louie believes that “Aboriginal people and government must make self-sustaining job
creation and business growth an everyday priority. A real decent paying job that provides real
opportunity is the very best social program.” The Osoyoos Indian Band’s corporate motto is “In
business to preserve our past by strengthening our future.” Chief Clarence feels that
leadership requires courage, vision, balance and drive and that to be an effective
leader these qualities must be present and able to be drawn upon when the "going
gets tough". He understands that "in order for you to attract and develop business
opportunities, you must first develop a climate that's organized and secure" and has
worked relentlessly to this end.
Derek, Clarence, Wilf, Shane, & Darren
Sarah Charlie, Fort Babine
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SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER,
SHANE GOTTFRIEDSON, BC REGIONAL CHIEF
Shane grew up on the Tk’elmlups te Secwepemc reserve. Shane is an Iron Worker by trade
having worked for CN Rail for many years before being elected chief of his community in 2003.
He has since served four consecutive terms. Shane also served as the Tribal Chief for the
Shuswap Nation Tribal council which concentrates on advancing Aboriginal rights and title by
focusing on unity and shared territory.
After 12 years at the helm of the Tk'emlups Indian Band, Chief Shane Gottfriedson is moving on
up. He was recently elected as the BC Regional Chief with the Assembly of First Nations. He
has some ambitious goals for his new role.
In addition, Shane has served on the Chief’s Governance Council, the Aboriginal Business
Investment Council, Cn’nook Sauder school of Business Advisory Board, Minister Polak’s
Roundtable on Environment and the First Nations Gaming Commission.
Tk’emlups Indian Band
Tk’emlups te Secwepemc formerly known as Kamloops Indian Band land base was established
in 1862 under the direction of Governor James Douglas. It is located east of the North Thompson
River and north of the South Thompson River, adjacent to the City of Kamloops.
The word “Kamloops” is the English translation of the Shuswap word Tk’emlups, meaning
where the rivers meet and for centuries has been the home of the Tk’emlupsemc, people of the
confluence.
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Despite the effects of small pox epidemics in the 1800s and early 1900s, Tk’emlups remains the
largest of the Secwepemc bands. Today we have more than 1,000 members living on and off the
reserve. Our 33,000-acre reserve supports a variety of uses including residential, industrial,
commercial and agricultural. In recent years, Tk’emlups purchased the former Harper Ranch
which added 20,000 acres of land and crown leases for resource development and other
economic opportunities. Tk’emlups manages the operation of the Sk’elep School of Excellence,
the Tk’emlups Gas Bar and holds the Kamloopa Pow Wow annually. Re-elected last December,
Chief Shane Gottfriedson is now serving his third term as Chief of the Tk’emlups te Secwepemc.
A strong entrepreneurial inclination, Shane Gottfriedson is the Tk’emlups te Secwepemc’s 12th
Chief. He diligently seeks to create economic opportunities to benefit Tk’emlups people in a
meaningful, sustainable economic environment that creates jobs and partnerships that provide for
economic growth for our region. The empowerment of the Tk’emlups people is of the utmost
importance to Chief Gottfriedson, and he believes that the work that he and the Tk’emlups
council does will truly benefit the community as a whole currently. Chief Gottfriedson serves on
the following boards and committees on behalf of the Tk’emlups community:
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BC Assembly of First Nations Economic
Development Committee
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BC Chiefs’ Negotiation Team for Gaming
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Chiefs’ Health Committee for the Interior
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Southern Interior Trust Board
Board of Directors for Venture Kamloops
Board of Directors for Tourism Kamloops
2011 Western Canadian Games Board
Forest Products Sector Council
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Mr. Darren Patrick presents Shane with a
gift
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Mr. Gottfriedson with Chief Adam
Chief Louie, Willie Williams & Shane
Shane was also presented with an LBN logo by Chief Wilf Adam
Theresa, Shane, and Chief Adam
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Our 17th Annual General Assembly was a huge success this year! We had awesome guest
speakers that I am sure motivated our people to push forward in a more positive way! The AGA
Coordinator was Murphy Patrick Jr.
Murphy is pictured here with the National Chief’s Assistant Max!
Murphy succeeded in getting great entertainment this year; which included Crystal Shawanda,
Dani & Lizzie, Mob Bounce, and Joel West. We wish to thank the following staff that assisted
in making our AGA a great success: Katrina Woodgate, Cecile Abraham, Norma Wilson, Petra
Bayes, and Rosa Johnny whom were part of the AGA Committee; Sara Jack and Deanna Nolan
also assisted Murphy with setting up the entertainment. Norma Wilson and Lily Ann Michell
(Volunteer) greeted members at the door every day at the registration table! The Grand door
prize this year was a small freezer with meat which was negotiated by Norma Wilson from City
Furniture!
Lily Ann Michell & Norma Wilson
Registration Table
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ENTERTAINMENT
Dani & Lizzi Nelson Vancouver twins are no strangers to the music world. Their dad is multiJuno winning songwriter Paul Hyde. Lizzi wrote “Dancing In The Sky” after a friend of hers
passed away. “As songwriters the goal is to write something where you can connect with people
and that’s what’s happening on a worldwide level. They have been contracted from as far away
as Australia.
Crystal Shawanda is from the Wikwemikong Reserve on an island in Ontario, Canada. She was
raised on Country music but it was her older brother that introduced her to Blues! She feels that
blues is all about releasing and healing!
Mob Bounce is a native hip hop duo based out of Vancouver, BC. This duo formed in 2010.
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Joel West is an LBN member! Joel’s father played in a Band “Today’s Image”! Julian Brown
usually plays the drums for Joel at most of his performances!
All of the entertainment was held at the Gathering Place every night, with a different performer!
Sara Jack assisted Murphy with putting the empowerment workshops together. The morning
sessions was a group called “Mob Bounce” and they are two First Nations young men who
empower First Nations through hip hop; they focused on living healthy lives and following their
dreams. We did ice breaker games to get to know one another and get the group energized and
out of their shell. The youth were taught how to beat box and write rhymes. The youth were
able to use the DJ equipment and learn how to make beats and mix music. We had a catered
lunch by Subway and the youth were all sitting together eating and talking about ideas for music
groups. The afternoon session was presented by Dani & Lizzi which included doing art, music,
and finding ways for the youth to express themselves in a healthy way. They also did a bit of
writing about their lives. The workshops ended with a dinner from Dragon Palace and a concert
for all of the youth and community by MOB Bounce and Dani & Lizzi; which went on until
10:00 p.m. The youth had a lot of positive feedback from the workshops and would like to see
these facilitators back to our community. There were about 70 youth ages 12 – 30 years old who
attended from LBN, WFN, Moricetown Nations; and a couple of youth from the Southside. It
was a great turn out and the youth all came together in a good way. The staff that assisted with
this event is: Sara Jack (coordinator), Sara Erickson (volunteer), Sonya Patrick, Nadine Joseph
and Keith MacDonald; as well as Mary Lynn Crouse!
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CATERING
The caterers did a great job with providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
The caterers were: Carmen Charlie, Shauna Alec, Elvira Patrick, Loretta Adam, Rhonda George,
Shawnee Williams, Darlene Patrick, Shaunenne Michell, Tony Michell (Tachet), Margie Alec
(Old Fort), and Vicky Madam (Fort Babine) and if I’ve missed anyone please accept my
apologies.
Chief Robert Phillips (above) chaired the AGA and Theresa Tait-Day (right) Co-chaired! Both
did an awesome job keeping things on track and on time when reports were provided. Theresa
had to leave on the last day, so a young LBN member (Mr. Scott Abraham) was asked to step up
to the plate and co-chair!
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Mr. Scott Abraham
PRGT Presents Chief Adam with a plaque!
Marilyn Alec
Resolutions were covered on the last day of the AGA! Ms. Marilyn Alec was requested to
translate for our Elders. Marilyn has extensive experience in translating for our members and
done so over the many years. Marilyn states that this is a precious gift to her from her Grand
Parents and all of the Elders that she worked with over the years. Marilyn did a great job
translating! As well, the Resolution Table was manned by Mr. Monty Palmantier and Ms. Rosa
Johnny.
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Blake Productions Ltd. was contracted to take care of the live-streaming during our AGA. They
are based out of Prince George and provide professional audiovisual and lighting services and
they are leading the way in providing professional audiovisual and lighting services in Northern
BC. Pictured (below) is Darren Newfeld, Technician for Blake Productions.
Our members logged on for 147.59 hours on October 16th; 156.19 hours logged on the 27th;
151.93 hours logged on for the 28th; and 87.05 hours for the 29th?
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Mary Teegee, Director of Family &
Child Department of Carrier Sekani
Family Services! Each year at LBN’s
AGA CSFS reports to the members
on the services that are provided!
Carrier Sekani Family Services, under the guidance of Carrier Sekani Tribal Council, has been
given the mandate to establish a comprehensive infrastructure for social, health and legal
programs, for the eventual take-over of these services, consistent with the Tribal Council's
objective of working towards Indian Self-Government.
Lori & Chloie (Tani Williams’ Daughter)
On the first day of the AGA Employment & Training
did surveys for members fill out for a draw! On the
2nd day it was CCP with a draw; and on the 3rd day the
Gas Bar did a draw for gas! T-shirts were also printed
out and given to members that completed their
survey!
Employment & Training booth
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Social Development booth
Our social assistance recipients were the
only ones eligible for the freezer of meats;
it was won by Ron Abraham from Fort Babine!
Barby Skaling
Murdered Missing Women manned by Barby Skaling of CSFS booth.
PRGT and Fisheries Department also had information booths set up during the Assembly.
Photos taken during the AGA will be loaded onto LBN’s website.
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YOUTH ROLE MODELS
WHESS (KATELYNN) HARMON
One of this month’s youth role model is our own Whess (Katelynn) Harmon. Whess is the
daughter of Bessie West and she was born in 1990 in Prince Rupert. She graduated in 2008 in
Smithers. In 2014 she took a BFA Visual Arts course at Emily Carr University in Art and
design. Since then she has had her art work presented at various exhibitions; including Emily
Carr University, The Show; Emily Carr Concourse Gallery, REDaction, Aboriginal Student Art
Show; ITNIRP (PRINT). In 2013 her art work was shown at the Emily Car concourse Gallery,
What’s your status? In 2012 she was featured at another exhibition called “Daydreams and
Nightmares”. In 2011 she was featured in The Fall, The Deck Show in Vancouver. In 2013 she
received the Inspire Fine Arts Bursary and in 2015 she received the BC Arts Council Early
Career Development Grant. “I don’t currently have any concrete plans for further education but
I’ll likely go back for a Master’s Program in the future. This year I was selected for the Early
Career Development Grant from the BC Arts Council to develop my projects. I also like to learn
how I want to engage with the art world in making my art a viable career option. My mentor for
this grant is Raymond Boisjoly, a Haida-Quebecois artist in Vancouver. Featured is a couple of
Whess’ art work.
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Zach Lowley
Another one of this month’s youth role model is Mr. Zach Lowley. Zach was born on December
8, 1992. He graduated in June, 2010 from LDSS. Zach was hired at the Burns Lake Hospital as
a contractor and worked for approximately 18 months and following that contract the employer
at BL Hospital wanted to hire Zach permanently as maintenance; however, he wanted to
continue completing his carpentry level 2. SEP Shanks found Zach after he got great reviews
working for them at the hospital. Zach started with Shanks on May 15, 2015 and has been with
him since. As part of Zach’s job he maintains houses in each of the three communities; and to
date has insulated 71 woodstoves. Zach basically does home maintenance for Shanks. In 2010
Zach took the Youth Suicide Prevention course here on Woyenne which was facilitated by the
Research Department of Carrier Sekani Family Services. Zach says he’s learned a lot taking the
youth suicide prevention course and is now able to help other youth. He is always available to
listen if anyone wishes to talk about anything.
Zach has enough hours for carpentry and took a course for Construction Craft Work Level 1 at
Thompson University. He is planning on continuing on with his education when the course
comes up again. His advice to other youth is to Stay-in-School and always try your hardest.
Don’t ever give up, no matter what; and don’t ever be afraid to ask questions. We wish you luck
in your future endeavors Zach!
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Staff changes within LBN Administration
1. Lucy Campbell is the ABORIGINAL JUSTICE WORKER effective Monday,
November 23, 2015
2. Sherri Disher is the TERM ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK effective Monday,
November 23, 2015
3. Samantha Michell is the WELLNESS RECEPTIONIST CLERK / JANITOR
effective Monday, November 23, 2015
4. Lori West is in training for PAYROLL CLERK
Workers joining Lake Babine Nation are as follows:
1. Robin Lagimodiere is the new HOUSING ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK
effective Monday, November 23, 2015
2. Heidi Lowley is the TERM ASSISTANT for FISHERIES department effective,
Friday, November 20, 2015
3. Karen McLeod is the new SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR effective,
Monday, November 23, 2015
4. Dorothy Patrick is the LANDS RESEARCHER effective Monday, November 16, 2015
5. Peggy West is the TERM DRUG & ALCOHOL COUNSELOR
6. Lily Ann Michell is the TERM SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT RECEPTIONIST
Congratulations to the employees who have transferred and welcome to the new employees!
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The Social Development Department is very busy during the month of December as
arrangements are made for the community Christmas Party and Christmas Food Hamper
Delivery. The list below is when everything will be taking place in each community:
Christmas Food Hampers – This is mainly for all Elders and S/A Clients whom are
homeowners:
 Tachet – Monday, December 7, 2015
 Fort Babine – Tuesday, December 8, 2015
 Woyenne – Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Christmas Community Dinners:
 Woyenne Community – Monday, December 14, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. at the Margaret
Patrick Memorial Centre
 Fort Babine Community – Wednesday, December 16,2015 at the Gymnasium
 Tachet Community – Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. at the school above
the Gas Bar.
For more information, please contact the Social Development staff at (250) 692-4740.
Barbra Patrick & Louise Lacerte
Lisa Alec & Colette Plasway (CSFS)
Perry Bellegarde with Damien Pierre
Faith Brown, Interim Health Director
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As Tachet Council I have been assigned to Fisheries portfolio this term, in the past during the
two terms I have been in leadership I have always been in Education and or Health due the
interest and passion that I have for our members to educate themselves and always learning
about health benefits that the government provides for the First Nation of Canada. This is my
third term and now in Fisheries therefore I have been catching up to Fishery activities within
Babine Lake and the Skeena river system.
So far I have been to Metlakatla met with Nations along the Skeena watershed establishing and
agreeing to coordinate governance over the Skeena fishery from the headwaters to the coast;
together to advance first nation Skeena watershed management. To Implement a coalition group
of Skeena Nations, we shall practice tribal political systems and laws, we intend that these
separate jurisdictions continue, as well as to exercise our sovereignty as nations. In order to be
united we shall be in the spirit of sharing and co-existence enter into bilateral and multilateral
relationships with each other to strengthen and assist in settling matters and common concerns
regarding our respective cultural identities, tradition, diversity, equality of our peoples and our
common boundaries according to our respective tradition laws As Nation to Nation we will
implement these principles with political commitment and establish a Skeena Nations Fish
Secretariat.
The purpose of the Secretariat is work cooperatively on establishing a communications plan in
the sharing of information with each other and to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. We
will work on a common approach to address conservation and enhancement including in the
sharing of the Skeena Fishery by all Skeena Nations. We need to study the impact of sport
fishery from the headwaters and along the Skeena watersheds, as well as other issue that arise
and maybe added at the beginning of each year and agreed upon. The secretariat shall consist of
all nations within the Skeena watershed to the headwaters and determine its representation to the
secretariat. It shall be composed of political representatives as designated by each nation(s). The
representatives shall be committed to attend meetings of the secretariat. Formal decision making
shall be achieved by consensus based on approval by those in attendance, and the principle of the
greater good of Skeena fishery and the collective. In extraordinary circumstances a participating
Skeena Nation(s) cannot attend a meeting of the Secretariat, every reasonable effort shall be
made to include them in any consensus. They meet quarterly in a fiscal year. The location of
meetings shall rotate between Prince Rupert, Terrace, Hazelton and Babine Lake.
The Secretariat shall be supported by an advisory committee composed of authorized officers of
Skeena Fishery Commission and the North Coast Skeena Stewardship society, with their
agreement or other similar entities of the Skeena Nation(s). The First Nation Fisheries Council
may be called upon to assist the advisory committee as needed. The role of the Advisory
Committee is to facilitate and plan meetings, also provide periodic summary reports to
communities and secretariat. Provide technical advice, assist to seek funding resources and
options.
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During the first year the BC Treaty Commission shall play a supportive role by chairing and
facilitating the meetings of the Secretariat as well as assisting with communication(s) and
organization of the Advisory Committee meeting requirements. The BC Treaty Commission
shall maintain confidentiality of the Secretariat. The Secretariat shall review its progress and
structure during the fourth meeting, towards the end of fiscal year. Skeena wild is very
concerned about the impacts Petronas’ proposed LNG facility on Lelu Island/Flora & Agnew
Bank could have on the Skeena and Babine Salmon. Skeena wild, Gitanyow and Wet’suwet’en
are interested in launching legal action to stop the facility from being sited over top of this
critical habitat. Skeena wild is currently fundraising for this legal work. As Babine Lake
Peoples we should strongly agree and fundraise and file a lawsuit together throughout this region
not only as first Nation(s) but everyone whom has concerns and interest in the protection of this
sensitive environment.
This completes my report pertaining to my portfolio sincerely Millie Alec-George There is
someone stating that he or she is related to me as my cousin keeps sending letters to a council
and certain administrator pertaining to slanderous accusations about the chief, council and
administration. The things he or she specified is a cult in itself. We as God fearing people in
council and administration shall pray for this person, God save his soul.
Wishing the members of Lake Babine Nation a very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous,
Happy New Year!
Millie Alec-George
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Message from Health Director Mary Knowles
I want to send out warmest holiday greetings to everyone. I am so happy
to be joining Lake Babine Nation. I am looking forward to meeting with
you and getting to know you in the coming years. I have visited Tachet,
Fort Babine, and Woyenne previously when I worked with First Nations Health.
I arrived in Burns Lake on December 1st and I will finish my move here on December
14th, 2015. Enjoy your community and enjoy being together in the best way, sharing
good times with good company.
Lake Babine Nation Health is pleased to announce
the following First Responders Graduates [Nov 23,
2015 – Dec 3, 2015]: Fort Babine: Jeremy Charlie
& Irvin Robbie Reid, Tachet: Shane Modine &
Chantel Alec:
Coming in the New Year we are planning Life
Skills Program in Tachet and Fort
Babine. Lake Babine Nation is also
pleased to announce the following Life
Skills graduates [Nov 2, 2015 to Dec 3,
2015]:
1) Bonnie Dennis
2) Beverly Tom
3) Lena Williams
4) Lily Ann Michell
On behalf of the Lake Babine Nation
Health & Wellness Services & Nursing Services, Merry Christmas, Zundala Hunzu. For
those travelling, travel safely. Before travelling, make sure you call someone who will be
expecting you at your destination. Our deepest condolence for those who have lost
loved ones throughout the year.
During the winter months there is less Sunshine and Sunshine provides our
bodies with Vitamin D. Some members/citizens do get affected by
Seasonally Affected Disorder [SAD Syndrome]. We have provided you a list
of food with Vitamin D.
Foods that provide vitamin D include:
1. Fatty fish, like tuna, mackerel, and salmon.
2. Foods fortified with vitamin D, like some dairy products, orange juice, soy milk, and
cereals.
3. Beef liver.
4. Cheese.
5. Egg yolks.
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Woyenne Patient Travel, Fern Abraham for Emergency Cell: 250-692-6744.
Woyenne Wellness Center Christmas Holiday Activities at reduced hours:
Anyone Welcome for Sobriety & Support Brunch, Wellness Center,
 Tanya Brown, Drug & Alcohol Counsellor: Dec 21, 22, 23, 24, 2015 at 11:00 AM –
2:00 PM:
 Herbert Williams, Drug & Alcohol at Wellness Center: Dec 28, 30, 2015 at 11:00 AM
– 2:00 PM & Will be in Tachet on Dec 22 & 29, 2015
 Monique William, Fort Babine Drug & Alcohol Counsellor: Dec 27, 2015
 Dr. Sam Reimer, Registered Clinical Counsellor:
Woyenne Community, MPMC 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, lunch is provided.
Woyenne Wellness Center: Dec 18 & 19, 2015 please call for appointments tel:
250-692-3558
Fort Babine Dec 21, 2015: please call Fort Babine Health Station for
appointments tel: 250-692-4078/250-692-7010
Tachet Dec 22, 2015:please call Tachet Health for appointment tel: 250-697-2278
Woyenne Youth Center Christmas holiday activities: Mary Lynn Crouse,
Swimming in Houston: Dec 21, 2015, meet at Youth Center by 10:00 AM
Baking and Sliding: Dec 22, 2015 at 1:00 PM.
Ice Fishing and Sports Day: Dec 29, 2015
Youth Center Luncheon: Dec 28, 2015 11:30 AM
Theater: Dec 28, 2015 at 1:00 PM
Floor Hockey Tournament: Dec 12, 2015 at 10:00 AM
Tachet Community Christmas holiday activities: Fern Abraham & Murphy Abraham
Dinner and Dance on Dec 21, 2015 approximately 5:00 PM and Dance will begin
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Dec 22, 2015: Archery, Baseball, Sliding
Dec 21, 2015: Gingerbread houses
Dec 22 2015: Baking and Sliding
Fort Babine Community Christmas holiday activities: Fern Abraham & Murphy Abraham
Dinner and Dance on Dec 28, 2015 approximately 5:00 PM and Dance will begin
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Dec 29, 2015: Archery, Baseball, Sliding
Dec 28, 2015: Gingerbread houses
Dec 29, 2015: Baking and Sliding
 SA Day will be on December 31st from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
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Plan to have a safe and happy holiday. Keep these numbers handy in case of an Emergency.
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:
Mental Health – Burns Lake Northern Health Hospital Tel: 250-692-2400
Northern Health Authority Crisis Line Toll Free: 1-888-562-1214
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Crisis Centre: 24/7 crisis support 1-800-784-2433 (1-800-SUICIDE)
Mental Health Support: 310-6789
Health Link (24-hour Nurse): 811
Poison Control Centre: 1-800-567-8911
Elizabeth Fry Women’s Shelter 24 Hour Emergency Tel: 250-692-5720
Emergency Services:
Fire Dpt: BL: 250-692-3664, Smithers: 250-847-2015, Granisle: 250-697-2917
Police: BL: 250-692-7171, Smithers: 250-847-3233, Granisle: 250-697-2333
Ambulance: 1-800-461-9911,
For Emergency Situations call 911
Herbert William, Drug & Alcohol Counsellor – drug and alcohol counselling, one on one session
or groups, referrals to treatment Cell: 250-692-9684
Tanya Brown, Woyenne Drug & Alcohol Support Worker – drug and alcohol counselling, one on
one session or groups, referrals to treatment Cell: 250-251-1641
Monique William, Fort Babine Drug & Alcohol Counsellor – drug and alcohol counselling, one
on one session or groups, referrals to treatment, grief and loss counselling Cell: 250-692-9640
Patient Travel, travel for medical emergency Cell: 250-692-6744
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Lake Babine Nation
Primary Care Services
Beth Berlin, Nurse Practitioner
&/or Shawna Glassel:
Woyenne Health Center [mornings only]:
Dec 1, 8, 15, 2015
Please call Health Receptionist [Tel: 250-692-4720] to make an appointment.
OR: Beth Berlin, NP Lakes District Health Center Tel: 250-692-2412
Tachet Health Center [afternoons only]:
Dec 9, 16, 2015
Please call Health Receptionist [Tel: 250-697-2278] to make an appointment.
Dr. John Pawlovich:
Tachet Health Center:
Dec 16, 2015
Please call Health Receptionist [Tel: 250-697-2278] to make an appointment.
Fort Babine Health Station:
Dec 15, 2015
Please call Health Receptionist [Tel: 250-692-4078/250-692-7010] to make an appointment.
Dr. Bryan Skrenes:
Woyenne Health Center:
Dec 2, 2015
January 13, 2016
February 3, 2016 – Tentative
March 2, 2016
April 6, 2016
May 11, 2016
June 15, 2016
Please call: Cindy DaSilva, CSFS, Prince George [Tel: 1-800-889-6855, Mon - Fri,
9:00 AM to 4:30 P.M].
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OFFICE CLOSURE
Please be informed that the offices in
Woyenne, Tachet, and Fort Babine will be
closed at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 18,
2015 for the Christmas Holidays. Our doors
will re-open on Monday, January 4, 2016 at
8:30 a.m.
On behalf of Lake Babine Nation Chief, Council
and Administration we wish you all a very Merry
Christmas and a prosperous Happy New Year!
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