http://www.ckxtv.com/news_story.php?id=12676
Education can transform ‘time bomb’
Matt Goerzen, Brandon Sun
The best way to help Manitoba’s aboriginal population is to educate native youth and put them to work, says a visiting British Columbia chief who spoke during the first-ever Day of Inspiration in Brandon yesterday.
“If the youngest and fastest-growing population in Manitoba are aboriginal, there’s a ticking time bomb here,” Osoyoos Indian Band Chief Clarence Louie told reporters following his presentation.
“The First Nations people, the aboriginal people and the Metis organizations all have to get together with the provincial government and deal with this ticking time bomb.”
Louie pointed to the fact that a large majority of prison inmates in this province are aboriginal, and said that most, if not all of them, are in there because they weren’t provided a good education, and didn’t have a job.
Manitoba’s native leaders need to talk more about creating a sustainable reserve economy, tout the benefits of education, and work with the provincial government to create more training programs that bring aboriginal youth into the work force, Louie argued. The best way to do that, he said, is to inspire people to want more out of life, and out of themselves.
“Every educated person I know wants to work,” he said. “You don’t go to school or learn a trade to go on welfare.”
The noted B.C.-based aboriginal business and economic leader was among several entrepreneurs and professional people who brought a message of inspiration and hard work to hundreds of young aboriginal men and women at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium.
Part of the event’s goal was to explain and demonstrate to aboriginal youth the opportunities that education can provide, mainly through the example and encouragement of other First Nations people that have gone the distance.
Montreal-based musician, orchestral leader and Mohawk John Kim Bell tried to enlist youth to use success as a way to bolster the cause of First Nations.
“Unfortunately, 500 years ago we had a very weak immigration system here, and we allowed the Europeans to come over,” said Bell, eliciting laughter from the audience.
“We can’t uninvite the white man, we have to live with them. But we have to find a way to have them stop from persecuting us.
“And a reasonable way, a logical way — the way for you as the next generation — is education and economic development. The more successful you are, the more successful your family will be. The more successful you and your family will be, The more successful your community will be.”
An Order of Canada recipient, Bell has conducted Broadway shows in New York, led the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and helped established the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation.
The message of hope and self-improvement offered by Louie and Bell had a considerable impact on Jimmy Leslie, a aboriginal student from Brandon’s Vincent Massey high school.
“They took their time to talk to us about aboriginal communities that need our support,” Leslie said. “It was very inspiring.”
When he graduates, Leslie said he’d like to own his own business.
“Like a mechanic business.”
Also from The Brandon Sun:
Day of Inspiration lives up to its name
The Brandon Sun
Congratulations to Terri Roulette McCartney, Roxann Barker, Anishinabe Atisokaywin Inc., and all the others who helped put on A Day of Inspiration at the Westman Centennial Auditorium this week.
As the Sun reported yesterday, this one-day event brought together a variety of inspirational leaders from across Canada and around the world to help open people’s eyes to their own potential.
The message was geared to a general audience but particularly aimed at Westman’s aboriginal community. First Nations leaders like Chief Clarence Louie of the Osoyoos Indian Band in British Columbia were among the speakers.
Chief Louie has become famous for his frank and authentic talk, routinely advising many of his fellow aboriginals to “get off their butts” and seek education and employment in order to improve their lives. He brought a similar tough but true message to Brandon.
Other presenters included: John Kim Bell, an aboriginal orchestral conductor and Order of Canada recipient; Kimmie Weeks, a Liberian advocate for peace and social justice; as well as Elaine Bomberry, a successful aboriginal television producer.
The event also featured a showcase from local employers, organizations and educational institutions. This was a smart way to give the hundreds of people who participated the chance to get motivated and then connect with the opportunities that are out there — all under one roof.
We imagine A Day of Inspiration will have a direct impact on many Westman residents’ lives, and we hope the same is true when similar events are held in Thompson and Winnipeg this fall.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Thursday, May 15, 2008
What we're gonna eat at A Day of Inspiration
The fabulous homemade fare found at The Perogy Pantry in Oak Lake, MB will be showcased in the Exhibitor Hall during the lunch break at A Day of Inspiration on Monday, May 26th in Brandon.
Yuuuuuummmmmmmy. Here's my advice: Wear comfortable clothing.
Perogies are a staple in my freezer and I've never tasted a better one, than found at The Perogy Pantry. They offer many different varieties of Perogies: ......potato/dill.....sauerkraut.....potato/onion/dill.....cheddar....cottage cheese.....etc.....so it was hard to choose what to order for everyone.
I settled on the ooey-gooey goodness of the Classic Cheddar Variety and encourage you all to bring your wallets to purchase some frozen items to take home. I'm hopeful that The Perogy Pantry will bring some of their frozen goods so that everyone has the chance to take some "homemade goodness" home.
So.....in addition to the homemade perogies, there'll be specialty-sausages made by the Birtle Abattoir and homemade coleslaw during the buffet-style lunch. The sausages made by the Birtle Abattoir are second-to-none!
A feast fit for Kings, I say!
Each group or individual that has registered before May 20th will receive vouchers to present at meal times.
It looks like there'll be some homemade bannock for sale throughout the event as well as plenty of fruit, water and other beverages.
Yuuuuuummmmmmmy. Here's my advice: Wear comfortable clothing.
Perogies are a staple in my freezer and I've never tasted a better one, than found at The Perogy Pantry. They offer many different varieties of Perogies: ......potato/dill.....sauerkraut.....potato/onion/dill.....cheddar....cottage cheese.....etc.....so it was hard to choose what to order for everyone.
I settled on the ooey-gooey goodness of the Classic Cheddar Variety and encourage you all to bring your wallets to purchase some frozen items to take home. I'm hopeful that The Perogy Pantry will bring some of their frozen goods so that everyone has the chance to take some "homemade goodness" home.
So.....in addition to the homemade perogies, there'll be specialty-sausages made by the Birtle Abattoir and homemade coleslaw during the buffet-style lunch. The sausages made by the Birtle Abattoir are second-to-none!
A feast fit for Kings, I say!
Each group or individual that has registered before May 20th will receive vouchers to present at meal times.
It looks like there'll be some homemade bannock for sale throughout the event as well as plenty of fruit, water and other beverages.
Monday, May 12, 2008
15 Days Left until "A Day of Inspiration" Premieres in Brandon, MB
Monday, May 12th, 2008 - Writing this date and looking at it seems to have some sort of significance for me. I like 2's & 8's, I guess. Anyway......whatever.....you don't care about me......
How're you doing? I'm happy that you've taken the time to check out this blog. I'll try to keep your interest. If I don't, give me a nudge and tell me to give my head-a-shake.
So......you're reading this 'cause you're interested in the thought of inspiration. What exactly does the word, "inspiration" mean? Well......to this writer......"inspiration" has nothing to do with religion. Three people out of at least 700 have commented on the so-called religious-connotation. Well.....that's okay......as Ms.Sharon used to say.
That's okay.
No religion, here, folks. Move on. Nothing to see here.
Inspiration means being in-spirit.
Sounding religious to you again, I know. Sigh...... Well.....
.......here it is. Being in-spirit, to me, means mind over matter. A recognition that thoughts know no bounds. Knowledge that we are the makers and designers of the life we collectively experience on this planet.
Inspiration to me, means, if you don't like your life, it's just cause you forgot to acknowledge the life you're destined to live......you've forgetton your pure source of happiness, peace, joy, contentment, humour, bliss, laughter and love......your focus has changed to one of lack and mediocrity from that of awesome wonder.
Life is only gonna get better if you decide to make it better. No one is going to change your life. Not one person is going to make you happy. Not one possession. Not one accolade. None of that means anything to your sense of enduring happiness.
Yah......inspiration.
So anyway......back to business.......
There's only 15 days left before some of this Country's greatest visionaries convene and share their insights and lessons learned.
As of May 12th, 2008, over 500 tickets have been sold to the Premiere of A Day of Inspiration.
I talked to Chief Clarence Louie today and he is very keen about attending and connecting with our youth. He's one smart individual and has some great advice to share. I recently saw one of his presentations and really appreciated his humour and factual delivery style. Just awesome!
The Registration Deadline is Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 where there should be at least 800 tickets sold.
Did you know that Chief Clarence Louie, John Kim Bell, Kimmie Weeks, Jordan Fleury, Elaine Bomberry, Dakota Spirit, Wambdi Hanska and others are all speaking/performing?
Group prices to attend are $30 each for 10+ people or $20 each for 40+ people. Prices include a catered hot meal, refreshments throughout the day, live entertainment, and motivational and uplifting presentations designed to empower youth. Also included in ticket pricing is the chance to meet with Canada's LEADING employers and to learn about educational opportunities.
You can't NOT come. Don't make any excuses, lovey. Come one, come all. Be there or be square. Last one there is a rotten egg. Don't lay low like playdoh. Giddy-up. Vite! Vite!
Really.....I hope you can come.
-Terri
_________
How're you doing? I'm happy that you've taken the time to check out this blog. I'll try to keep your interest. If I don't, give me a nudge and tell me to give my head-a-shake.
So......you're reading this 'cause you're interested in the thought of inspiration. What exactly does the word, "inspiration" mean? Well......to this writer......"inspiration" has nothing to do with religion. Three people out of at least 700 have commented on the so-called religious-connotation. Well.....that's okay......as Ms.Sharon used to say.
That's okay.
No religion, here, folks. Move on. Nothing to see here.
Inspiration means being in-spirit.
Sounding religious to you again, I know. Sigh...... Well.....
.......here it is. Being in-spirit, to me, means mind over matter. A recognition that thoughts know no bounds. Knowledge that we are the makers and designers of the life we collectively experience on this planet.
Inspiration to me, means, if you don't like your life, it's just cause you forgot to acknowledge the life you're destined to live......you've forgetton your pure source of happiness, peace, joy, contentment, humour, bliss, laughter and love......your focus has changed to one of lack and mediocrity from that of awesome wonder.
Life is only gonna get better if you decide to make it better. No one is going to change your life. Not one person is going to make you happy. Not one possession. Not one accolade. None of that means anything to your sense of enduring happiness.
Yah......inspiration.
So anyway......back to business.......
There's only 15 days left before some of this Country's greatest visionaries convene and share their insights and lessons learned.
As of May 12th, 2008, over 500 tickets have been sold to the Premiere of A Day of Inspiration.
I talked to Chief Clarence Louie today and he is very keen about attending and connecting with our youth. He's one smart individual and has some great advice to share. I recently saw one of his presentations and really appreciated his humour and factual delivery style. Just awesome!
The Registration Deadline is Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 where there should be at least 800 tickets sold.
Did you know that Chief Clarence Louie, John Kim Bell, Kimmie Weeks, Jordan Fleury, Elaine Bomberry, Dakota Spirit, Wambdi Hanska and others are all speaking/performing?
Group prices to attend are $30 each for 10+ people or $20 each for 40+ people. Prices include a catered hot meal, refreshments throughout the day, live entertainment, and motivational and uplifting presentations designed to empower youth. Also included in ticket pricing is the chance to meet with Canada's LEADING employers and to learn about educational opportunities.
You can't NOT come. Don't make any excuses, lovey. Come one, come all. Be there or be square. Last one there is a rotten egg. Don't lay low like playdoh. Giddy-up. Vite! Vite!
Really.....I hope you can come.
-Terri
_________
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