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Jr. All-Native tourney starts next week in Kelowna
By Sam Laskaris March 15, 2017Front row L-R: Dalainee John,Arianna Johnson-Sabbas,Jada Touchie,Juniper John,Shawna WilliamsBack row L-R: Coach :Geno John , Shauntelle Dick-Charleson, Adrianne Michael,...
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Nuu-chah-nulth-aht students complete cooking program
By Denise Titian March 20, 2017Nine students are ready for a new phase in their lives with line cook training through NETP (Nuu-chah-nulth Employment and Training Program)Photos by Denise Titian...
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Ha-Shilth-Sa reporter turns DNA sleuth to solve family mystery
By Shayne Morrow March 20, 2017Denise Titian will all her research tools for finding her biological father.Photo by Shayne Morrow Port Alberni It’s hard to go through life not quite knowing who you...
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Junior All Native players among those rescued after boat runs aground
By Denise Titian March 24, 2017 Matsquiaht Six people are grateful to be alive after running aground late at night on March 23 near Matsquiaht (formerly Kakawis) on Meares Island near Tofino. The...
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Huu-ay-aht votes Yes to LNG project
By Shayne Morrow March 26, 2017Huu-ay-aht citizen Frederick Cook (right) casts his ballot under the supervision of Electoral Commissioner Kit Spence (left) and poll clerk Chantelle Corey. [Shayne...
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Storm makes it to the semi-finals, but gets bumped to third by Greenville
By Wawmeesh George Hamilton March 27, 2017 Kelowna The Storm that blew into Kelowna during the BC Junior All Native Basketball Tournament subsided on the tourney’s final day.The Hesquiaht Storm junior...
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Ahous Fuel Station open for business
March 27, 2017 Ahousaht Ahousaht boat and vehicle owners. The new Ahous fuel station is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6p.m. Closed for lunch noon to 1p.m.Come on down and get your gas or dieselGas $1.21...
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Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Launches New, User-Friendly Website
Press Statement March 27, 2017 Port Alberni The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is pleased to announce the launch of its new, responsive website with a few new features.The redesigned website...
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Relationship between local First Nations and city of Port Alberni not...
By Shayne Morrow March 28, 2017Hupacasath Councillor Jolleen Dick addresses Port Alberni City Council on March 27.Photos by Shayne Morrow Port Alberni After a well-attended and enthusiastic Walk for...
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Turnout for Walk for Reconciliation sparks hope for change
By Shayne Morrow March 29, 2017A Walk for Reconciliation went up Argyle St. to City Hall in Port Alberni.Photos by Shayne Morrow Port Alberni A Walk for Reconciliation on Monday evening, prior to a...
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Rescuers blanketed after boat accident near Tofino
By Denise Titian March 30, 2017 Tom Paul, Marsha Mack, Shakayla Thomas, Shelby Martin, Kaileigh Taylor, Ashley MattersdorferPhotos by Denise Titian Ahousaht The family of one of the survivors of a...
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New board with Les Doiron appointment will promote and enhance BC Parks
March 31, 2017Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nation President Les Doiron (far right) is named to new BC Parks foundation. Victoria Les Doiron, president of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nation located on the West Coast...
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Nuu-chah-nulth girls receive provincial honors
By Sam Laskaris March 31, 2017Mayben Crabbe, a member of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, in red. Photo courtesy of Mayben Crabbe KELOWNA A pair of Nuu-chah-nulth athletes are among those that received...
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NDP Leadership hopeful visits Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
By Denise Titian April 3, 2017NDP Leadership candidate, MP Charlie Angus with Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council President Debra Foxcroft on March 30. Port Alberni, BC It’s still several months away from...
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Cancer Awareness ball hockey tournament a huge success
By Denise Titian April 10, 2017Men’s semi-final of the 2nd Annual Cancer Awareness Ball Hockey Tournament.Photos by Denise Titian Port Alberni Maht Mahs Gym was packed all weekend during the 2nd...
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Ehattesaht man hopes to create his own summer job
By Sam Laskaris April 12, 2017“The whole idea is to bring back that element of getting back on the land and having fun.” ~ Chancellor Amos Duncan Chancellor Amos is hoping to eventually turn one of...
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Somass sockeye closure is needed to protect future runs, says Tseshaht
By Shayne Morrow April 12, 2017Area 23 is closed for conservation of sockeye.Photo courtesy of Uu-a-thluk Port Alberni Fisheries and Oceans Canada has ordered a complete closure of harvesting Area...
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Tseshaht herring roe distribution draws eager response
By Shayne Morrow April 12, 2017Valentine Gomez shows how big the sheets of cultured herring roe on kelp paper can be.[Shayne Morrow photos] Tseshaht Tseshaht First Nation members turned out for the...
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Elite female lacrosse player hopes to make a statement at NAIG 2017
By Shayne Morrow April 19, 2017Laurana Karlsen will be heading to NAIG 2017 as part of the Team BC Lacrosse tearm Port Alberni Two-sport athlete Lauranna Karlsen will take to the field at the North...
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Charlie family dries tears for late Kelsmaht Ha’wilth
By Denise Titian April 25, 2017Hanuquii and his speakers, Guy Louie and John Hudson WebsterPhotos by Denise Titian Ahousaht Friends and family of the late Edgar Charlie gathered in Ahousaht April 15...
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