Bill C-10 from the perspective of two lawyers
Last Saturday, concerned members of the community packed the hall at Six Nations Polytech to listen to various speakers discuss Bill C-10 and what will happen if it is made into law.
Jen MtPleasant
Tuscarora Nation. Honours BA Criminology, Class of 2013. Advocate for missing and murdered ogwehoweh men and women. @JenMtPleasant
Local smoke shop owner discusses Bill C-10
The Two Row Times spoke with a storeowner for a smoke shop on Six Nations who identifies as Mohawk and wished to remain anonymous.
Two Row Times hosts public information meeting on Bill C-10
Almost exactly twenty years ago, in February 1994, the RCMP threatened to invade the Six Nations territory in a crackdown on cigarette smuggling. And now once again, the federal government is threatening Haudenosaunee people to send in their “goon squad” in an attempt to seize any and all ‘illegal’ tobacco.
100-year anniversary of WWI lecture series at Laurier Brantford
The Great War Centenary Association (GWCA) of Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations held their first lecture on World War One. Taking place from now until April, the GWCA focuses on Brantford, Brant County and Six Nations’ involvement in the Great War of 1914-1918.
Aboriginal Youth Supportive Housing Program gets extra funding dollars
The Native Canadian Centre of Toronto (NCCT) recently announced that they have successfully obtained funding for High Support Housing through the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network (TCLHIN).
Local Day Care May Have to Close Its Doors
SIX NATIONS – Privately owned day care, Little & Littler Treasures may be forced to shut its doors within the next few months if they can’t come up with funding dollars. Owner Sarah Jayne, approached Band Council last week to ask for financial assistance.
Grand River Spa certified to provide oncology esthetic skin therapy
Grand River Spa has recently obtained an Oncology for Skin Care specialist. Corrie Gallant just completed Oncology for Skin Care from the leading Oncology for Esthetics certification program, which was first launched in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States and now Canada.
Mohawk Workers take their plans to Band Council
Representatives of the Mohawk Workers sat down with Six Nations Elected Council last week to clear the air about who they are and what they are about. Claudine VanEvery-Albert and Bill Squire met with Council to discuss the plans and ideas of the Mohawk Workers.
Ganohkwasra and Healthy Relationships
Ganohkwasra. It translates to, ‘Love among us.’ As Valentine’s Day draws near, it’s always good to be reminded of the importance of being in a healthy relationship: not just with our partners but with everyone around us. We need to show our loved ones how much we love and appreciate them each and every day.
Six Nations man competes in world ice carving competition
OTTAWA – Six Nations own, Ryan Hill competed in the annual Winterlude Ice Carving Competition in Ottawa last weekend. Winterlude is held in the nation’s capital every year and celebrates the season.
Chocolate: Food of the Gods
Valentine’s Day is not complete without a box of chocolates for that special someone. The gift of chocolate, flowers and a card saying ‘I love you’, is a textbook example of how people celebrate Valentine’s Day across the western world.
Family of Cheyenne Fox seek justice
In 2013, three young First Nations women met sudden and tragic deaths in Toronto within a three-month period. Even more startling is the fact that the police quickly dismissed all deaths as either suicides or ruled out foul play without doing a thorough investigation.
OPP refuse to press charges in Hwy 6 blockade
The Ontario Provincial Police, Cayuga Detachment has issued a statement saying that they will not be pursuing charges against Six Nations people who were responsible in the shutting down of a section of Highway 6 last October.
Indigenous Research Conference held at Laurier Brantford
BRANTFORD – The first annual Graduate Student’s Conference in Indigenous Research was held at Wilfrid Laurier University – Brantford campus, this past weekend.
Traditional Dancing Classes at Emily C General
Traditional dancing classes are being offered at Emily C. General School, which started last week. Put on by Six Nations Health Promotion & Nutrition Services, the classes are free and are being held every Thursday evenings from 6-7pm for the next three weeks.