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Aboriginal communities across B.C. are celebrating a court ruling that redefines ownership of their traditional territory outside reserves.
The Supreme Court of Canada has upheld the Tsilhqot’in Nation’s claim to aboriginal title over 1,700 square km in the Nemiah Valley west of Williams Lake, in a landmark ruling with effects on land claims across the province.
In a unanimous decision, the country’s highest court rejected the B.C. government’s argument that aboriginal title should be restricted to settlement sites and other places frequently occupied by semi-nomadic aboriginal people before European contact.
Joe Alphonse, tribal chief of the Tsilhqot’in Nation, said the ruling is a victory in a struggle that had its roots in deadly conflict with a wave of gold seekers during the 1860s. He said the communities need more control over resources to support more people living on reserves.
“We didn’t fight in this case to separate from Canada,” Alphonse told a news conference in Vancouver Thursday. “We fought in this case to get recognized, to be treated as equals in a meaningful way.”
Settlement sites and others used for hunting and fishing were
exhaustively studied in a 2003 B.C. trial that granted broad title but was later overturned by the B.C. Court of Appeal.
“The Province’s criticisms of the trial judge’s findings on the facts are primarily rooted in the erroneous thesis that only specific, intensively occupied areas can support Aboriginal title,” the eight Supreme Court of Canada justices agreed in a unanimous ruling released Thursday.
The Tsilhqot’in case was strengthened by evidence that “prior to the assertion of sovereignty the Tsilhqot’in people repelled other people from their land and demanded permission from outsiders who wished to pass over it,” the judges wrote.
The case began in 1983 when the B.C. government issued timber permits for the region and the Xeni Gwet’in, one of six Tsilhqot’in communities, went to court to stop the logging.
Haida Nation president Peter Lantin said the Tsilhqot’in case strengthens his island community’s title claim, which is being prepared for court.
The Haida claim includes the surrounding ocean off B.C.’s North Coast, which Lantin expects
to use against plans for oil tankers from the Enbridge Northern Gateway proposal.
Despite the long-running dispute and the Tsilhqot’in Nation’s refusal to take part in treaty talks, the B.C. aboriginal relations ministry signed a three-year “stewardship agreement” with the group June 10.
The agreement gives the Tsilhqot’in $670,000 per year to implement a forestry strategy and other resource development.
B.C. Attorney General Suzanne Anton said the Tsilhqot’in ruling, like other aboriginal title cases, emphasizes that negotiated settlements are preferable to court action to settle claims in the majority of the province that are not covered by treaties.
NDP leader John Horgan said the decision shows the B.C. government should have accepted the 2007 decision by B.C. Supreme Court Justice David Vickers.
“Instead, the B.C. Liberal government wasted millions of scarce tax dollars and created seven more years of uncertainty for investors and communities, by blindly pursuing a legal theory that was unanimously and soundly rejected today by the Supreme Court of Canada,” Horgan said.
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Ahh, summer. As the weather warms and sunny days finally start outnumbering rainy ones, people all over the Valley can be found shedding layers, laughing more freely and taking their recreation outdoors.
Yoga is one such recreational activity that can offer an entirely different experience when enjoyed under the open sky. For example, here’s an email that one of my students sent me after an outdoor yoga class last week:
“Talk about restorative yoga,” she wrote. “Not just the body, but the mind, the soul, the soles, the morale . . . I could go on and on. Deep, happy sigh: aaaaaaah!”
How’s that for a testament to outdoor yoga? If you already have things in your life that create those “deep, happy sighs,” that’s something to celebrate. A balanced life leaves plenty of space for introspection, relaxation and rejuvenation.
If you already attend yoga classes, you know firsthand what I’m talking about. If you’ve never tried it outside of the studio, though, I encourage you to attend an outdoor class this summer. Taking yoga outside adds a whole new dimension to the practice. True, there can be distractions, like barking dogs, planes flying overhead and uneven ground that can make for some interesting poses. However, most people find that these distractions are vastly outweighed by the warm sun, fresh air, expansive sky overhead and the feel and fragrance of grass underfoot. Yoga indoors can be transformative; yoga outdoors much more so. Now that warmer weather has arrived, you’ll find a variety of outdoor yoga classes offered in the Comox Valley. A good place to start is www.catherinereid.ca.
Catherine Reid is a Registered Yoga Teacher, offering a variety of classes in the Comox Valley. To experience the rich health benefits of yoga, call 250-898-8414 or visit www.catherinereid.ca.
Catherine ReidYour Health
Take your yoga outsideAboriginal groups celebrate title rulingRedefines non-reserve ownership
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HELP WANTED
An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.
COLLISION Repair shop re-quires reliable Autobody Tech. Must have good mechanical and collision repair knowledge. Apprenticeship available. Email [email protected] or call 250-287-8258.
Local Port Hardy logging com-pany looking for logging truck drivers, log loader operators, hoe chuckers, grapple yarder operators and grade hoe op-erators for local work. Fax re-sume to 250-949-8269
MAINTENANCEPERSON/EMERGENCY
RESPONSEReq. for Berwick Retirement Facility, Comox Valley. 8 pm - 8 am. Casual night shift opportunity. Painting skills required.
$17.79/hrPlease contact:
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer Requests for June 27, 2014
Discovery Passage Aquarium: Help is needed to look after distributing rack cards and other promotional material to local business and venues. Keep track of drop off locations, replenish material, and source new distribution opportunities.
Women’s Centre: Volunteers are needed for their bi-annual beauty day on July 22nd from 11:30 to 3:30.Help with setup & cleanup, lunch preparation, applying make-up or nail polish, doing haircuts would be appreciated.
RiverCity Arts Fest: Volunteers are needed to erect tents, help people at the Information Booth or assist with registering artists for the event that happens on July 26th from 10-6 at Spirit Square.
For these and many more volunteer opportunities,
contact VolunteerCampbell River at 287-8111
Or check our web site www.volunteercr.ca
Click “I want to Volunteer” to see volunteer opportunities
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PERSONAL SERVICES
EDUCATION/TUTORING
ORACLE TUTORING
• Grades K - 12 & College.
• All subjects.www.oracletutoring.ca
250-830-0295.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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UNFILED TAX Returns? Un-reported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 1-855-668-8089. (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME REPAIRS
FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
AUCTIONS
AUCTION. Commercial Pic-ture Framing Equip & Invento-ry. July 5th, 11 AM, On Site Kelowna. (250)545-3259 doddsauction.com
GARAGE SALES
GARAGE Sale - furniture incl. futon, shelves, table/chairs, kitchen supplies - tupperware, decor, candles and more Sat June 28 9am - 12pm 763 S. McPhedran
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online:homedepot.com
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.
SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
STEEL BUILDINGS. Summer meltdown sale! 20x20 $5,419. 25x26 $6,485. 30x30 $8,297. 32x34 $9,860. 40x48 $15,359. 47x68 $20,558. Front & back wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or online at: www.pioneersteel.ca
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
1 & 2 BDRM Cedarbrook Apts. Heat & hot water includ-ed. Adult oriented. Indoor cat welcome. On-site laundry. Refs Req. $625/$725. Call call 250-202-2187 to view. www.meicorproperties.com
3-BDRM OCEANVIEW condo. 5 appls, in suite laundry. $1100. Rent negotiable. Avail June 1. Call 778-420-4295.
C.R. 1-BDRM- recently reno-vated apartment. Well-run condo bldg. $675. incl. h/w. July 1. Hans (250)286-1876
ROTARY BEACH- Excellent location. Ocean views. Bache-lor, $600. 1-bdrm $680. NS/NP. Call (250)286-1175.
TYEE Apartments 1710 & 1720-16th Ave. One bdrm suites for rent at $600/m + utilities. N/S, N/P, shared laun-dry, secured entry, gated park-ing. Call 250-287-9037 or 250-204-3500.
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today! 1.800.910.6402
SPORTS & IMPORTS
2006 Mercedes SLK350 hard-top convertible, silver. Im-maculate 49000 km. $28,500. 250-923-4768
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2010 NISSAN MURANO SL
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2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION
4WDStk #V15945
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2010 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5X
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2008 FORD F150 STX
Stk #K16021
$25,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT
Stk #K16024
$22,888(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2014 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH EDITION
4WDStk #C16027
$17,388(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 NISSAN SENTRA SL
Stk #S16042
$22,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2014 JEEP COMPASS SPORT NORTH
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$8,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2009 CHEVROLET HHR LS
Stk #D16048
2008 FORD F350
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$22,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2010 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5XT
Stk F16102
$21,498(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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$7,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 FORD EDGE LIMITED
Stk Z16069
$17,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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2008 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORTStk D15632
$17,9952004 DODGE DURANGO SLTStk D15378A
$10,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
$15,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT
Stk #D16053
2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE
Stk #D16058
$19,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 HYUNDAI ACCENT GLS
Stk S16037A
$7,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2006 PONTIAC G6 GTP
Stk V16088
$9,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2007 FORD MUSTANG
Stk D16050
$12,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 TOYOTA YARIS LE
Stk D16077
$14,788(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS
Stk #D16076
$16,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
$19,288(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 FORD F150 XLT
Stk #D15406
$8,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 PONTIAC G5
Stk #P15124A
$24,888(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2010 FORD EDGE SPORT
Stk #T15682
$6,688(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2008 PONTIAC WAVE SE
Stk #D15592A
$7,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER LT
Stk #D15519A
$7,388(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2006 CHEVROLET COLBALT LT
Stk #D15790A
2009 TOYOTACOROLLA CE
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$11,498(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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$23,788
2006 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY
Stk D15869A
$14,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2012 NISSAN SENTRA XTRONIC CVT
Stk C16111
$13,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ES
Stk D16115
$19,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 MAZDA MAZDA3
Stk D16085
$16,998(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2011 KIA FORTE SX Stk D16117
$15,488(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
2013 MAZDA MAZDA2 SPORT
Stk D16121
$13,888(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)
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2000 SUBARU LEGACY
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2004 CHEVY OPTRA 5
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$5,888
2010 FORD LARIAT
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2012 FORD F150 FX4
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2007 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
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$14,668
2008 Mazda 32 to choose from
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2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
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$18,677
2013 MAZDACX-5 GS
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$24,496
2008 FORD RANGER SPORT
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STK# 114201
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2001 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
AWDAutomatic STK# 119801
$5,869
2007 TOYOTA TUNDRA TRD 4X4
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STK# 115002
$22,978
2013 MAZDA 3 SPORT GX
BluetoothAutomaticAlloys
STK# 12701
$17,9892003 NISSAN MURANO SL
Heated SeatsAWDSmooth ride!
STK# 112802
$9,665
2010 MAZDA 3 GT
One owner2.5LLow kms!
STK# 117901
$16,399
2011 MAZDA 2 GS
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STK# 117101
$14,689
2011 FORD FIESTA S
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2013 MAZDACX-5 GS
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