Teachers Tour Two Indian Reserves and Feast at Tansi
Chetwynd teachers toured West Moberly Indian Band and Saul téau Band on November 15 and were welcomed at the Tansi Friendship Centre. Elders were acknowledged, the peace pipe ceremony held, and a communal meal of pahkwesikun bread stews soups salads and pies served to a large crowd to improve relations between natives and schools.
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Chetwynd
Moberly Lake
Tansi Friendship Centre
West Moberly
Northern Shadow Dancers Shine at Tansi Friendship Centre
The Northern Shadow Dancers led an afternoon and evening of drumbeat, stomping, and Indian break dancing, drawing guests into a circle. Beverages and laughter followed as attendees took turns dancing, while Gary Oker urged peace between Indians and whites. The event fostered goodwill and cultural exchange, with thanks to Kathy Dokie for Cree translations.
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Gary Oker
Doig River
Tansi Friendship Centre
Kathy Dokie
Chamber Talks About School Changes To Come
The Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce held its first meeting on Tuesday November 13 with 19 members present. Chamber meetings are now scheduled for the second Tuesday of each month. A written report from Chamber Manager Amber Doherty notes brochures are ready to print and thanks Pat Flack for filing cabinets. Barb Shirley volunteers to chair the Trade Fair committee.
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Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce
Amber Doherty
Pat Flack
BC Gas
Chamber
Barb Shirley
Tenta