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Election Year and Its Thousand PromisesIt appears that citizens from our communities are playing more and more in Canada's Federal election. Some believe that engaging in the operation will help our communities ensure that we are receiving our fair funding from Canada. Some think that we really should not involved, And should be perfecting our own self governance models. what makes us unique is we usually block vote for one specific political party, Which bodes well kids but rarely for our communities.
What really happens during an selection year? We hear the same things all the time. All the guarantee come out such as: "We must engage with our First Nations in a Nation to Nation love; We're going in there and will clean up we'll ensure that communities are equipped with the proper infrastructure to deal with the (Place any major place epidemic in this space) urgent situation, But definitely really changes.
So what will bring changes to our communities? sometimes, If we are buying into the Canadian system we need more advice in Parliament. There have been 16 First Nation Members of Parliament since 1932 from all over the country and from the three parties. In the past we recognize names like Tina Keeper and Romeo Saganash. both have since retired from politics.
It is an honour to know our people have stood strong and proud in Parliament, Although begs the question of if they were token Nish. Imagine fighting in a system built to discard the very people same people Canada has failed to represent. Today we have recognized brilliant minds in legislature's and parliament most notably Sol Mamakwa (North eu Ontario) and in addition Wab Kinew (Manitoba). Each are respectively working diligently as our voices in these associations. Kudos to you guys. Excitingly, Former Deputy Grand Chief Anna Betty Achnepineskum will be running in this Federal election in the Thunder Bay employer North riding.
How can Canada make the engagement of First Nation, Inuit and Mtis people in Parliament more significant? understandably, If Canada altered their plan for bringing in First People's into the Canadian political fabric, Space are to be made in Parliament for our Chiefs to represent our communities in Ottawa.
In this new built Parliament, The Chiefs' presence ensures our voices and our collective valued vote is counted. At least in this forum we would have the ability to create our own destiny and ensure our values and principals are being represented. largely, We would be privy to what Canada wants to do with our land and be within the circles of what appear to be manipulated scenarios.
How would this work together with the Indian Act? People say that finest harm that came from the Indian Act was the political system and the notorious Indian Act Chief. The Act saw us become wards of the state and this imposed system dismantled the hereditary Chief and clan system. Every clan and each person had a vote and voice in those old system systems. The Indian Act system removed the grassroots voice from the city and promoted political apathy. This is the greatest power that stands over us: Our capability to voice our concerns through a vote. actuality that, during the time apathetic, loosing interest in the political system, Causes us to ignore our right to exercise our vote. This lack of engagement in the political system makes sure we have no influence in decision making.
This October we will hear a whole new set of promises and we will be left to work out how to to keep the government du jour accountable. How do we ensure that the funds utilized in our communities are obligatory due to the Treaties and not the fictional living off taxpayer money? Where do we fit in a system that's not natural to our communities? Will we ever have self governance as it relates to the responsibilities of citizenry within our territories where we choose our own course in life?
as they say, Rome was not made in a day, And we cannot sit idly by as the culture of our communities are heavily influenced by Canada. for now, While building our governance casings, We should be involved in the Canadian Election system. So this year we can use more of our people voting in this election. Vote reasonably, Do your best to examine all the candidates and their party principals, Vote wisely for the party that will work with our Chiefs and Councils making sure that we are prosperous in our homelands.
realize, Think and Think for you to Cast A VoteWell, Our short summer up here in Northern Ontario starts to fade. Summer is so precious to all of us in the north and this year we started very late with the sunshine. Even the blueberries are holding back but hopefully they will be ready for picking in a week or two.
With fall fast approaching I am aware of many elections happening in First Nations organizations and communities a fair distance and of course the coming Federal election. As First Nation people we find ourselves feeling out of the loop when contemplating politics. Many of us just have never had the education to make us aware of what the different parties are and what their beliefs are comprised of. Even on our own regional and local levels with our own Indigenous political organizations and in regards to band council elections we sometimes don't realize who the leadership hopefuls are and what their beliefs are. That is a big deal because it really depends on our vote as to who ends up in command positions.
Generally most First Nations have a distaste for very right wing or subdued parties or movements. That is based mostly on our experience with these groups that tend to be more intolerant, Less inclusive of minorities and in general more supportive of the rich and powerful rather than the person.
immediately I see a movement by the right wing to infiltrate and affect First Nation politics. I think a lot of this might relate to fundamental religious connections and support from the right in terms of money and support. All political parties are using social media to promote their message but it happens to be the wealthy right who have more resources and funds to discredit popular middle of the road and left wing parties and movements. Money is important ukraine singles in election campaigns and it seems that it is always the right wing movements that have the most money because of course they give their support to the rich and powerful in this country. They believe in governing the media and in propaganda rather than dealing with traditional open media that informs the public fairly.
I love the study of history and I have passed so much of my life visiting historical places on this planet and understading about the past. This span we are now in reminds me of the 1930s in Germany when that country, held by many western countries, Developed a very right wing movement that operated on the basis of intimidation and violence. At first the German people resisted this movement but it had so much money, So much crafting power and was very good at telling lies. Finally after many years the Nazi party came into power and that resulted in the death of thousands of people during World War Two.
Much of the history shows that many western countries including the and the rich and powerful of Europe and the west provided funding to the Nazi party because they were hopeful that this would defeat a real socialist movement that had taken root in the west and Europe. This resulted in the development of fascist regimes in Germany led by Adolf Hitler, Spain still under Francisco Franco and Italy underneath Benito Mussolini. Major western and European organizations financed and supported these regimes. The rich and powerful of the world had no intentions of sharing their wealth in any sort of socialist movement that encouraged a more equal financial and democratic system. Lucky for us in Canada we have invariably supported a social democracy.
unhappily, We have not learned from background we are now repeating the past. so now you know this with the rise of right wing movements in Europe, the and even here in Canada. We live in a time where eight men own the same amount wealth as half of the world's poorest population and that is in order to OXFAM, a major international non profit organization to alleviate global poverty. Now don't think for a minute that these eight multi billionaires have any aim of supporting governments or movements that want to share the wealth or provide decent living conditions to everyone. They and their friends who are very wealthy and powerful don't care about the person, Their right to a decent life, clean water, Enough food to eat and animal shelter. it, Think about that while you're casting your vote at any level, government, Provincial, local and local. Find out where your meet ukrainian girl leadership hopefuls will get their support, What their parties rely on and what their past proves. wonder if, Think and Think in order to cast your vote.
warmer times BluesLike that old song says "There aint no cure for the warmer times blues, i recall very well what it was like being a teen in summer back home up the James Bay coast in Attawapiskat. I always had to work and that was good in a way because it kept me busy and out of trouble actually. today, agonizing was 16, 17 and 18 I wished that i should leave my dusty, Remote rez and go to the big world where cities with sky scrapers, Thousands folks, motorcycles, Trains and planes captivated my visualization.
That coming of age time which is probably from 14 to 18 or 19 is remarkable. Everything was so intense for me and I was the advantages of my home, The world and myself in leaps and bounds. spending time with my friends was always the release and comfort I needed while I felt trapped working on construction projects with my dad, Marius. In a way I am thankful that my dad had a development and cargo business that provided much work for myself and my brothers. Long hours at work kept me away from drinking and drugs for a long time.
consistently, i recall as a teen that my life was all about adventure, Risk and wanting to be along with the other teens around me. I had always promised myself from the time I was very young that I would never drink or get into drugs because of so much tragedy and horror I had seen in my community when I was growing up. on the other hand, regardless of what the my intentions were when I was a teen suddenly the idea of having a drink with the boys, Going to a party or trying a joint seemed like a good thing to do.
Of course all teens want to fit in and take risks and that is just a reality for many of us at that age. but, What we never realized was the enslaving power of alcohol, Drugs and cigarette smoking. It was hard to believe that something that most people did pretty often could actually turn a person into a helpless slave. I survived a somewhat long time with out joining in for the drinking, Cigarette and drug know-how but one day I decided to accept someone's offer and that was it. My life changed from my experience of being a more or less innocent, Wide eyed kid serious about learning, doing well in life and reaching for the stars to becoming lost in drunken nights. Somehow I rationalized taking that first step and then keeping on that trail into some dark, Lonely and very confusing days. It was negative.
Lucky for me in the midst of this darkness a light came my way. A cousin of mine who had been to drug and alcohol treatment and taken a college program in Native drug and alcohol abuse had returned to the community and with the help of some others started an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) corporation. instantly I felt like someone had thrown me a life preserver as I was floating helplessly on a rough and dark ocean. It was challenging make the move to attend my first meeting but I was helped by my cousin Ron and the small group made me feel welcome. seriously, I had a safe place where citizens were not judging me or stressing me out. We were all in the same boat and doing our best to follow the AA program and figure out what this addiction reality was all about. We had each other to count on and although life was not suddenly just a piece of cake it got a lot easier and slowly I moved back into a reality that was more sane. This was not a popular thing to be doing because most of the community was heavily involved in drinking and drugs and they were very negative and nasty to our little group because we threatened them.
I was lucky to have something related to some people that knew what I was going through and what it would take to get my life back. I chose to surround myself with sober people and I realized that I was one of the individuals that just could not handle alcohol or drugs and I got that. My life could have gone down numerous trails that summer when I was 18 but lucky for me somehow I ended up on one that gave me back my life before I had gone on too far into the darkness. I have met many Native and non Native people in time that have given me insight, preparation, Traditional knowledge and supplied me with the opportunity to write for a living. I owe so much thanks to my family for getting to know and supporting me, My mom Susan and my dad Marius for being hopeful that I might a good life, My partner Mike for leading me through the jungle of life and indicating many of the traps on the trail. I give thanks to numerous Elders I have met on my journey who shared some of their wisdom, Culture and customs with me. Meegwetch to all the Native organizations and groups that have provided me employment progressively so that I could write the stories of my people. I am also thankful to the media who feature my column and stories everywhere.
I know that many teens will need an intense, Hot summer and I hope and pray that they rethink before they leave their innocent childhood behind and trade it off with a tumble into a difficult life. There are people you can reach out to in all First Nations that are sober and won't ever judge you if you decide you need assistance. You can contact Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse prevention (NADAP) Workers in most communities or if isn't really AA, NA or normal leadership to access then ask your community to develop these so that more of us can survive those critical coming of age summer time blues.
Election Year and Its Thousand PromisesIt appears that citizens from our communities are playing more and more in Canada's Federal election. Some believe that engaging in the operation will help our communities ensure that we are receiving our fair funding from Canada. Some think that we really should not involved, And should be perfecting our own self governance models. what makes us unique is we usually block vote for one specific political party, Which bodes well kids but rarely for our communities.
What really happens during an selection year? We hear the same things all the time. All the guarantee come out such as: "We must engage with our First Nations in a Nation to Nation love; We're going in there and will clean up we'll ensure that communities are equipped with the proper infrastructure to deal with the (Place any major place epidemic in this space) urgent situation, But definitely really changes.
So what will bring changes to our communities? sometimes, If we are buying into the Canadian system we need more advice in Parliament. There have been 16 First Nation Members of Parliament since 1932 from all over the country and from the three parties. In the past we recognize names like Tina Keeper and Romeo Saganash. both have since retired from politics.
It is an honour to know our people have stood strong and proud in Parliament, Although begs the question of if they were token Nish. Imagine fighting in a system built to discard the very people same people Canada has failed to represent. Today we have recognized brilliant minds in legislature's and parliament most notably Sol Mamakwa (North eu Ontario) and in addition Wab Kinew (Manitoba). Each are respectively working diligently as our voices in these associations. Kudos to you guys. Excitingly, Former Deputy Grand Chief Anna Betty Achnepineskum will be running in this Federal election in the Thunder Bay employer North riding.
How can Canada make the engagement of First Nation, Inuit and Mtis people in Parliament more significant? understandably, If Canada altered their plan for bringing in First People's into the Canadian political fabric, Space are to be made in Parliament for our Chiefs to represent our communities in Ottawa.
In this new built Parliament, The Chiefs' presence ensures our voices and our collective valued vote is counted. At least in this forum we would have the ability to create our own destiny and ensure our values and principals are being represented. largely, We would be privy to what Canada wants to do with our land and be within the circles of what appear to be manipulated scenarios.
How would this work together with the Indian Act? People say that finest harm that came from the Indian Act was the political system and the notorious Indian Act Chief. The Act saw us become wards of the state and this imposed system dismantled the hereditary Chief and clan system. Every clan and each person had a vote and voice in those old system systems. The Indian Act system removed the grassroots voice from the city and promoted political apathy. This is the greatest power that stands over us: Our capability to voice our concerns through a vote. actuality that, during the time apathetic, loosing interest in the political system, Causes us to ignore our right to exercise our vote. This lack of engagement in the political system makes sure we have no influence in decision making.
This October we will hear a whole new set of promises and we will be left to work out how to to keep the government du jour accountable. How do we ensure that the funds utilized in our communities are obligatory due to the Treaties and not the fictional living off taxpayer money? Where do we fit in a system that's not natural to our communities? Will we ever have self governance as it relates to the responsibilities of citizenry within our territories where we choose our own course in life?
as they say, Rome was not made in a day, And we cannot sit idly by as the culture of our communities are heavily influenced by Canada. for now, While building our governance casings, We should be involved in the Canadian Election system. So this year we can use more of our people voting in this election. Vote reasonably, Do your best to examine all the candidates and their party principals, Vote wisely for the party that will work with our Chiefs and Councils making sure that we are prosperous in our homelands.
realize, Think and Think for you to Cast A VoteWell, Our short summer up here in Northern Ontario starts to fade. Summer is so precious to all of us in the north and this year we started very late with the sunshine. Even the blueberries are holding back but hopefully they will be ready for picking in a week or two.
With fall fast approaching I am aware of many elections happening in First Nations organizations and communities a fair distance and of course the coming Federal election. As First Nation people we find ourselves feeling out of the loop when contemplating politics. Many of us just have never had the education to make us aware of what the different parties are and what their beliefs are comprised of. Even on our own regional and local levels with our own Indigenous political organizations and in regards to band council elections we sometimes don't realize who the leadership hopefuls are and what their beliefs are. That is a big deal because it really depends on our vote as to who ends up in command positions.
Generally most First Nations have a distaste for very right wing or subdued parties or movements. That is based mostly on our experience with these groups that tend to be more intolerant, Less inclusive of minorities and in general more supportive of the rich and powerful rather than the person.
immediately I see a movement by the right wing to infiltrate and affect First Nation politics. I think a lot of this might relate to fundamental religious connections and support from the right in terms of money and support. All political parties are using social media to promote their message but it happens to be the wealthy right who have more resources and funds to discredit popular middle of the road and left wing parties and movements. Money is important ukraine singles in election campaigns and it seems that it is always the right wing movements that have the most money because of course they give their support to the rich and powerful in this country. They believe in governing the media and in propaganda rather than dealing with traditional open media that informs the public fairly.
I love the study of history and I have passed so much of my life visiting historical places on this planet and understading about the past. This span we are now in reminds me of the 1930s in Germany when that country, held by many western countries, Developed a very right wing movement that operated on the basis of intimidation and violence. At first the German people resisted this movement but it had so much money, So much crafting power and was very good at telling lies. Finally after many years the Nazi party came into power and that resulted in the death of thousands of people during World War Two.
Much of the history shows that many western countries including the and the rich and powerful of Europe and the west provided funding to the Nazi party because they were hopeful that this would defeat a real socialist movement that had taken root in the west and Europe. This resulted in the development of fascist regimes in Germany led by Adolf Hitler, Spain still under Francisco Franco and Italy underneath Benito Mussolini. Major western and European organizations financed and supported these regimes. The rich and powerful of the world had no intentions of sharing their wealth in any sort of socialist movement that encouraged a more equal financial and democratic system. Lucky for us in Canada we have invariably supported a social democracy.
unhappily, We have not learned from background we are now repeating the past. so now you know this with the rise of right wing movements in Europe, the and even here in Canada. We live in a time where eight men own the same amount wealth as half of the world's poorest population and that is in order to OXFAM, a major international non profit organization to alleviate global poverty. Now don't think for a minute that these eight multi billionaires have any aim of supporting governments or movements that want to share the wealth or provide decent living conditions to everyone. They and their friends who are very wealthy and powerful don't care about the person, Their right to a decent life, clean water, Enough food to eat and animal shelter. it, Think about that while you're casting your vote at any level, government, Provincial, local and local. Find out where your meet ukrainian girl leadership hopefuls will get their support, What their parties rely on and what their past proves. wonder if, Think and Think in order to cast your vote.
warmer times BluesLike that old song says "There aint no cure for the warmer times blues, i recall very well what it was like being a teen in summer back home up the James Bay coast in Attawapiskat. I always had to work and that was good in a way because it kept me busy and out of trouble actually. today, agonizing was 16, 17 and 18 I wished that i should leave my dusty, Remote rez and go to the big world where cities with sky scrapers, Thousands folks, motorcycles, Trains and planes captivated my visualization.
That coming of age time which is probably from 14 to 18 or 19 is remarkable. Everything was so intense for me and I was the advantages of my home, The world and myself in leaps and bounds. spending time with my friends was always the release and comfort I needed while I felt trapped working on construction projects with my dad, Marius. In a way I am thankful that my dad had a development and cargo business that provided much work for myself and my brothers. Long hours at work kept me away from drinking and drugs for a long time.
consistently, i recall as a teen that my life was all about adventure, Risk and wanting to be along with the other teens around me. I had always promised myself from the time I was very young that I would never drink or get into drugs because of so much tragedy and horror I had seen in my community when I was growing up. on the other hand, regardless of what the my intentions were when I was a teen suddenly the idea of having a drink with the boys, Going to a party or trying a joint seemed like a good thing to do.
Of course all teens want to fit in and take risks and that is just a reality for many of us at that age. but, What we never realized was the enslaving power of alcohol, Drugs and cigarette smoking. It was hard to believe that something that most people did pretty often could actually turn a person into a helpless slave. I survived a somewhat long time with out joining in for the drinking, Cigarette and drug know-how but one day I decided to accept someone's offer and that was it. My life changed from my experience of being a more or less innocent, Wide eyed kid serious about learning, doing well in life and reaching for the stars to becoming lost in drunken nights. Somehow I rationalized taking that first step and then keeping on that trail into some dark, Lonely and very confusing days. It was negative.
Lucky for me in the midst of this darkness a light came my way. A cousin of mine who had been to drug and alcohol treatment and taken a college program in Native drug and alcohol abuse had returned to the community and with the help of some others started an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) corporation. instantly I felt like someone had thrown me a life preserver as I was floating helplessly on a rough and dark ocean. It was challenging make the move to attend my first meeting but I was helped by my cousin Ron and the small group made me feel welcome. seriously, I had a safe place where citizens were not judging me or stressing me out. We were all in the same boat and doing our best to follow the AA program and figure out what this addiction reality was all about. We had each other to count on and although life was not suddenly just a piece of cake it got a lot easier and slowly I moved back into a reality that was more sane. This was not a popular thing to be doing because most of the community was heavily involved in drinking and drugs and they were very negative and nasty to our little group because we threatened them.
I was lucky to have something related to some people that knew what I was going through and what it would take to get my life back. I chose to surround myself with sober people and I realized that I was one of the individuals that just could not handle alcohol or drugs and I got that. My life could have gone down numerous trails that summer when I was 18 but lucky for me somehow I ended up on one that gave me back my life before I had gone on too far into the darkness. I have met many Native and non Native people in time that have given me insight, preparation, Traditional knowledge and supplied me with the opportunity to write for a living. I owe so much thanks to my family for getting to know and supporting me, My mom Susan and my dad Marius for being hopeful that I might a good life, My partner Mike for leading me through the jungle of life and indicating many of the traps on the trail. I give thanks to numerous Elders I have met on my journey who shared some of their wisdom, Culture and customs with me. Meegwetch to all the Native organizations and groups that have provided me employment progressively so that I could write the stories of my people. I am also thankful to the media who feature my column and stories everywhere.
I know that many teens will need an intense, Hot summer and I hope and pray that they rethink before they leave their innocent childhood behind and trade it off with a tumble into a difficult life. There are people you can reach out to in all First Nations that are sober and won't ever judge you if you decide you need assistance. You can contact Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse prevention (NADAP) Workers in most communities or if isn't really AA, NA or normal leadership to access then ask your community to develop these so that more of us can survive those critical coming of age summer time blues.
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