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- "Six Nations Rejects 'Racist' Legislation"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 24 Apr 2013, p.8 This article outlines the Six Nations Elected Band Council's opposition to the proposed Bill S-2, the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights legislation.Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 24 Apr 2013, p.8 This article outlines the Six Nations Elected Band Council's opposition to the proposed Bill S-2, the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights legislation.Six Nations Public Library
- "George Beaver Charged for Treason - 1959"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 10 Jul 2013, p.6, p. 7 This article revisits the arrest of George Beaver for treason by the Iroquois Police during the 1959 Revolution in response to a letter to the editor Beaver had written in the Brantford Expositor criticizing the actions of supporters of the Hereditary Chiefs.Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 10 Jul 2013, p.6, p. 7 This article revisits the arrest of George Beaver for treason by the Iroquois Police during the 1959 Revolution in response to a letter to the editor Beaver had written in …Six Nations Public Library
- "400th Anniversary of Two Row Celebrations"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 24 Jul 2013, p.5 This article provides historical information regarding the Two Row Wampum Treaty and events being held to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the agreement.Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 24 Jul 2013, p.5 This article provides historical information regarding the Two Row Wampum Treaty and events being held to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the agreement.Six Nations Public Library
- "The Story of Kanonhstaton...Continued"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 20 Mar 2013 This article describes a meeting between members of the Six Nations Solidarity Working Group and Six Nations community members to discuss the history of the reclamation of the former Douglas Creek Estates now known as Kanonhstaton. Following the meeting, the group joined Six Nations community members in a protest outside …Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 20 Mar 2013 This article describes a meeting between members of the Six Nations Solidarity Working Group and Six Nations community members to discuss the history of the reclamation of the former Douglas …Six Nations Public Library
- "Bio-solid Scare on Painter Road"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 17 Apr 2013, p.2 This article describes an encounter between Floyd and Ruby Montour, a farm owner, and Wessuc truck driver over the suspected use of biosolids on the farm.Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 17 Apr 2013, p.2 This article describes an encounter between Floyd and Ruby Montour, a farm owner, and Wessuc truck driver over the suspected use of biosolids on the farm.Six Nations Public Library
- "Kanonhstaton House - Should It Stay or Should It Go?"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.7 This article outlines the debate about whether to keep the single house at Kanonhstaton standing, or to tear it down.Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.7 This article outlines the debate about whether to keep the single house at Kanonhstaton standing, or to tear it down.Six Nations Public Library
- "Mohawks Voice Finally Heard at UN"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 22 May 2013, p.2 This article recounts the presentation made by members of the Mohawk Workers to the United Nations Special Rapporteur James Anaya and representatives from the World Court on Canada's violations of international law in its treatment of the Mohawks and Six Nations of the Grand River.Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 22 May 2013, p.2 This article recounts the presentation made by members of the Mohawk Workers to the United Nations Special Rapporteur James Anaya and representatives from the World Court on Canada's violations of …Six Nations Public Library
- "HDI Deal with NextEra is Information for Haudenosaunee"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 22 May 2013, p.3 This article outlines the position of the Haudenosaunee Development Institute that the details of their agreement with NextEra Energy Canada should be known by Haudenosaunee people only.Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 22 May 2013, p.3 This article outlines the position of the Haudenosaunee Development Institute that the details of their agreement with NextEra Energy Canada should be known by Haudenosaunee people only.Six Nations Public Library
- "Workshop Explores How to Move Beyond the Indian Act"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 12 Jun 2013, p.15 This article reports on the workshop on the Indian Act and self-governance presented to the Six Nations Elected Band Council by Osgoode Hall Law Professor Shin Imai.Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 12 Jun 2013, p.15 This article reports on the workshop on the Indian Act and self-governance presented to the Six Nations Elected Band Council by Osgoode Hall Law Professor Shin Imai.Six Nations Public Library
- "Ka-Nyen-Geh-Ha-Kah of Grand River (as the Mohawk Workers) Statement Regarding the Tobacco Situation within the Grand River Territory and Position in Respect of Enbridge Blockade/Protest Measures"Squire, Bill, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 19 Jun 2013, p.7 This statement was written by the Mohawk Workers in order to outline their opposition to the proposed Enbridge Line 9B Reversal and Line 9 Capacity Expansion Project. In addition, the statement suggests that a tobacco industry resolution protocol be established.Squire, Bill, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 19 Jun 2013, p.7 This statement was written by the Mohawk Workers in order to outline their opposition to the proposed Enbridge Line 9B Reversal and Line 9 Capacity Expansion Project. In addition, the …Six Nations Public Library
- "Loyalists Donate $5,000 to Woodland Centre"Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 24 Jul 2013, p.8 This article reports on the United Empire Loyalists' donation of $5000 to the Woodland Cultural Centre.Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 24 Jul 2013, p.8 This article reports on the United Empire Loyalists' donation of $5000 to the Woodland Cultural Centre.Six Nations Public Library
- "Language Program Gets $450,000 in Trillium Grants"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 17 Apr 2013, p.5 This article details a grant provided by the Ontario Trillium Foundation intended to assist with the language preservation efforts of the Woodland Cultural Centre and Six Nations Language Commission.Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 17 Apr 2013, p.5 This article details a grant provided by the Ontario Trillium Foundation intended to assist with the language preservation efforts of the Woodland Cultural Centre and Six Nations Language Commission.Six Nations Public Library
- "To Members of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory:"Sowden, Ralph, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 8 May 2013, pp.6-7 This letter to the editor written by representatives of the Six Nations Farmers Association outlines their opposition to signing an agreement with the Haudenosaunee Development Institute to lease the Burtch lands for agricultural use in 2013.Sowden, Ralph, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 8 May 2013, pp.6-7 This letter to the editor written by representatives of the Six Nations Farmers Association outlines their opposition to signing an agreement with the Haudenosaunee Development Institute to lease the Burtch …Six Nations Public Library
- "Central Cigarette Distribution System for in Six Nations Future?"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.5 This article outlines the objections of Turtle Island Trade and Commerce and the Men's Fire to the Six Nations Elected Band Council's Voluntary Business Registry and the fee associated with it. Further, a suggestion was made that the Six Nations Elected Band Council should take over responsibility for the allocation …Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.5 This article outlines the objections of Turtle Island Trade and Commerce and the Men's Fire to the Six Nations Elected Band Council's Voluntary Business Registry and the fee associated with …Six Nations Public Library
- "First Nations Welcome Scrutiny of United Nations"Assembly of First Nations, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.2 This article is a statement by the Assembly of First Nations outlining their support of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous people in his visit to Canada to investigate the challenges faced by First Nations communities.Assembly of First Nations, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.2 This article is a statement by the Assembly of First Nations outlining their support of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous people in his visit to …Six Nations Public Library
- "Burtch Land Rights Dispute Widens"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.3 This article reports on the discussion between the Six Nations Farmers Association and the Six Nations Elected Band Council at a Committee of the Whole meeting regarding the use of the Burtch lands by the SNFA, and their refusal to sign a lease with the Haudenosaunee Development Institute to continue …Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 15 May 2013, p.3 This article reports on the discussion between the Six Nations Farmers Association and the Six Nations Elected Band Council at a Committee of the Whole meeting regarding the use of …Six Nations Public Library
- "Another global day of action set for Idle No More"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 13 Feb 2013, pp.2, 4 "Don't believe everything you hear about the apparent demise of the Idle No More movement. While pundits are busy finding ways to demonstrate the movement has peaked and is now on the wane, people are busy planning events for February 14, which has been designated as a Global Day of …Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 13 Feb 2013, pp.2, 4 "Don't believe everything you hear about the apparent demise of the Idle No More movement. While pundits are busy finding ways to demonstrate the movement has peaked and is now …Six Nations Public Library
- "Recovering Six Nations' heritage in wampums"Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 13 Feb 2013, pp.2, 4 Recovering Six Nations' heritage in wampums By Stephanie Dearing, SIX NATIONS Watching a silver breast plate, originally given to Six Nations by the British during the negotiations of the 1784 Fort Stanwix Treaty, being sold to a pawn shop featured on the ...Dearing, Stephanie, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 13 Feb 2013, pp.2, 4 Recovering Six Nations' heritage in wampums By Stephanie Dearing, SIX NATIONS Watching a silver breast plate, originally given to Six Nations by the British during the negotiations of the 1784 …Six Nations Public Library
- "At least 3,000 deaths linked to Indian residential schools: new research"Perkel, Colin, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 20 Feb 2013 "At least 3,000 children, including four under the age of 10 found huddled together in frozen embrace, are now known to have died during attendance at Canada's Indian residential schools, according to new unpublished research."Perkel, Colin, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 20 Feb 2013 "At least 3,000 children, including four under the age of 10 found huddled together in frozen embrace, are now known to have died during attendance at Canada's Indian residential schools, …Six Nations Public Library
- "New Six Nations Library - it all starts with pennies"Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 20 Feb 2013 New Six Nations Library - it all starts with pennies By Jim Windle OHSWEKEN - The Six Nations Library got a little help this week from the primary students of Oliver M. Smith school who collected 10,000 pennies, or $100, in a penny drive for the new Six ...Windle, Jim, Tekawennake News (Ohsweken, Ontario: Tekawennake News, 1968), 20 Feb 2013 New Six Nations Library - it all starts with pennies By Jim Windle OHSWEKEN - The Six Nations Library got a little help this week from the primary students of …Six Nations Public Library