The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, June 14, 2000 - A? AN “Na mal Tonnes a. a Journde Be Retinal aghondle des Vax Aitional nationale ses eS Aboriginal Autochtones if Nati : rN - , & Aboriginal Ausochtones x Day oe a 8 3 Salmon, bake sale ONE ITEM to keep an cye out for June 21 during Na- tional Aboriginal Day in George Little Park is a barbecue hosted by the -leoal First Nations Council of Women group, Volunteers will be bar- becuing salmon with pro- ceeds going toward the group’s annual cultural Q camp for gitls between the é - ages of 9 and 13. Journée “It's a day camp and it ' gives girls an idea of nN National nationale des _what's invalved with their x % Aboriginal Autachtones culture,” says Karla Wall- A Day ington who works in the group’s office here. . . . Working with BC drivers to make our roads safer. Proud Co-Sponsors of Aboriginal Day. oe National Aboriginal Day National Aboriginal Day (NAD) is a national day of celebration officially recognized by the Canadian government. In 1996, former Governor General Romeo Leblanc proclaimed June 21 National Aboriginal Day to honour First Nations, Inuit and Metis cultures, and to recognize the many contributions Aboriginal peoples have made to Canada. The desire to set aside a national day to recognize and celebrate Aboriginal peoples and cultures is not new. QoQ00a0 Also keep your eye open for the Kitselas Head . In 1982, the National Indian Brotherhood (now the Assembly of First Nations) Start program bake sale F ' ‘ : . vs booth. adopted a resolution calling for the "creation of June 21 as National Aboriginal Proceeds from this go Road < Solidarity Day." toward supporting the pre- q Pee school preparation pro- mse gram. * ~ In 1990, the Quebec legisiature was the first in Canada to recognize June 21 as = a day to celebrate Aboriginal culture. * In 1995, the Sacred Assembly, a national conference of Aboriginal and non . | Aboriginal people chaired by Elijah Harper, called for a national holiday to Prov di: Si celebrate the contributions of Aboriginal peoples, . iia A oo On June 13, 1996, during a ceremony at Rideau Hall, the former Governor General declared June 21 as National Aboriginal Day atter federal consultations with various Aboriginal groups. June 21 was chosen because of the cultural significance of the summer solstice and because many Aboriginal groups already marked this day as a time to celebrate their heritage. Setting aside a day for Aboriginal peoples marks an important step in the wider recognition of Aboriginal peoples’ important place within the fabric of Canada, and of their ongoing contributions as First Peoples. National Aboriginal Day events are held'in every region across the country. For a detailed list... “a of activities, or to get involved in organizing National Aboriginal Day festivities in your area, : ~ contact an Aboriginal community or organization near you, the local department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development office, or visit www.inac.gc.ca. E . Legion dve,, Te ers il we iy: Ee Mad ae ae Wee Terrace 1* Annual National Aboriginal Day Celebrations June 212, 2000, George Little Park - 1:00 p.m. Registration Form - Art Contest Kitsumkalum First Nation in cooperation with the Terrace City Council and supported by lacal corporate sponsors, invite all First Nations individuals to participate in a local Art Contest. There will be 3 categories of prizes, Best Wooden Carving, Best Painting, Best Jewelry. Terrace 12 Annual National Aboriginal Day Celebrations June 214, 2000, George Little Park - 1:00 p.m. Honoring our First Nations Awards Kitsumkalum First Nation in cooperation with the Terrace City Council and supported by local corporate sponsors, invite all First Notions Bands, organizations and individuals to participate in the recognition of First Nations Achievers. The Honoring our First Nations Achievement Awards invites anyone to put forward names of First Nations individuals or groups who have impacted the lives of others in a positive way. Awards will be given in the categories if Culture, Community Impact, Social Impact, Lifetine Achievements, and Group achievement. We are looking for people who would be nominated because of the positive impact they have had on children, elders, or community. Please submit your nomination in written form, including a short bio and description of the achievements of the person or group you are nominating. The Judges will shortlist the entries and present awards to the outstanding achievers in each of the 5 categories. Awards will be handed out at George Little Park, Wednesday, June 214, at approximately 2:00 pm. Deadline for applications is Friday, June 16th, 2000 by 10:00 am, For more Information please contact - Diane Collins or Theresa Drake @ 1-250-635-6177 Please Fax all Applications to : Kitsumkalum Band Office Representing the First Nations of: Contact Person: Phone number: tem for Submission: Deadline for applications is Friday, June 16th, 2000 by 10:00 a.m. For more Information please contact - Diane Collins or Therésa Drake @ 1-250-635-6177 Please Fax all Applications to : Kitsumkalum Band Office P.O. Box $44 PO. rn VEG ABS Terrace, BC V8G 485 Terrace, Fax: 1-250-635-4622 Fax: 1-250-695-4622 : . ion: Chief Di fli Attention: Chief Diane Collins Attention: Chief Diane Collins Terrace 1* Annual National Aboriginal Day Celebrations June 212, 2000, George Little Park - 1:00 p.m. Registration Form - Concession Booth Terrace 1° Annual National Aboriginal Day Celebrations June 214, 2000, George Little Park - 1:00 p.m. Registration Form - Dance Contest a a. Kitsumkalum First Nation in cooperation with the Terrace City Council and supported by local corporate sponsors, invite all multicultural dancer groups to participate in a Dance Contest. There is no charge to register, prizes will be awarded, come on and join the funl!! Name of dance group: Number of participants in the Dance Group: Representing which cultural group group: Contact Person: Phone number: Name of the Dances fo be Performed Deadline for applications is Friday, June 16th, 2000 by 10:00 a.m. For hore Information please contact - Diane Collins or Theresa Drake @ 1-250-635-6177 Please Fax all Applications to : Kitsumkalum Band Office = P.O, Box 544 > - Terrace, BC Y8G 4B5 Fax: 1-250-635-4622 Attention: Chief Diane Collins Kitsumkalum First Nation in cooperation with the Terrace City Council and supported by local corporate sponsors, invite ail First Nations bands, organizations and individvals to participate in the activities and provide food concessions and cultural information booths. There is no charge to register for a booth, come on in and join the fun!!! Representing the First Nations of: Contact Person: Phone number: How many Food Booths are Being requested: How many Information Booths are Being requested: Deadline for applications is Friday, June 16th, 2000 by 10:00.a.m, For more Information please contact - Diane Collins or Theresa Drake @ 1-250-635-6177 Please Fax all Applications to : Kitsumkalum Band Office Se "RO. Box 544 Terrace, BC V8G 4B5 Fax: 1-250-635-4622 Attention: Chief Diane Collins