Antler River Watershed Regional Council

Antler River Watershed LLWL Resource Team Meeting
2022-05-04 10:00, 2022-04-06 10:00 (America/Toronto) | Online via Zoom

Nations Uniting Sharing Circle
2022-05-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Online via Zoom

Antler River Watershed Covenant Commission Meeting
2022-05-02 09:00, 2022-04-04 09:00 | Online via Zoom

SJNORC Round Table
2022-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom
Save the Date for SJNORC Round Table

Acknowledgment of Indigenous Territory Workshop
2022-04-27 10:00 | Online via Zoom
This practical workshop is designed for individuals and communities of faith who are considering either starting a practice of acknowledgment of Indigenous territory in their worship and other activities, or would like to re-visit their current practice.
We will follow a PowerPoint presentation developed by Rev. Matthew Stevens, which will introduce some key questions and considerations as you consider your acknowledgment of territory. The PowerPoint presentation will then be available for you to use at your own pace.
When: Apr 27, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Time
Where: Zoom online or by telephone
Register in advance for this meeting by clicking the link below:
https://united-church.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMlcOGorz4uHdC5toFCbfIHeoK9aovsdPSI
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
This event is being offered by Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls, Western Ontario Waterways regions of the United Church of Canada.
For more information contact Thérèse Samuel, Minister, Right Relations and Social Justice (TSamuel@united-church.ca )

Regional Council Staff Meeting
2022-04-25 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-04-11 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-03-28 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-03-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Online via Zoom

Camping Sunday
2022-04-24

Prayer Forum for the Phillipine Election
2022-04-22 20:00 | Online via Zoom
Prayer Forum for the Philippine Election:
Join The United Church’s Filipino Network Friday, April 22, 8pm EDT for a prayer forum for the Philippine election. The purpose of this event is two parts: (1) to provide Filipino UCC and other faith communities in Canada, a way of understanding the issues and concerns that surround the upcoming Philippine national election and, (2) to discern a common response from us- the church here in Canada. Contact arielsiagan16@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://united-church.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpfuqhqDIrGNEJXIAtAnGQSiuIiUFTPOZ5 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Early May E-Newsletter Issue Deadline for Submissions
2022-04-22 16:00 | Due Date

Earth Day
2022-04-22

Food Security and Faith
2022-04-21 19:00 | Online via Zoom
Food Security and Faith Poster April 2022

ARW Clergy Gathering
2022-04-19 14:00 | Online via Zoom

Easter Monday
2022-04-18
Regional Office Closed

Earth Sunday
2022-04-17

Easter
2022-04-17

Good Friday
2022-04-15

A Special Invitation to Retired Clergy
2022-04-14 14:00 - 15:15 | Online via Zoom
INVITATION to RETIRED CLERGY
from Retirees Forum of East Central Ontario Regional CouncilFor an online gathering of Retired Clergy
Thursday, April 14 from 2:00 to 3:15 pmThe Retirees Forum of ECORC would like to invite you to join us in a conversation about how our experiences in pastoral ministry might be helpful in addressing the challenging issues facing those in ministry today.For example: changing perspectives in theology, communicating the gospel in a mostly secular/unchurched/multi-faith environment, addressing lack of financial and other resources. Two members of the leadership team will offer their input and then we will break into small groups where we can all respond.To join the meetingsend an RSVP to pastor.ianr@gmail.com!The Zoom link will be sent the morning of Thursday, April 14.Brought to you at no cost by the Rural Ministry Network, Horseshoe Falls Regional Counciland the Retirees Form of East Central Ontario Regional Council.

Antler River Watershed Executive Meeting
2022-04-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Online via Zoom

Antler River Watershed Human Resources Commission Meeting
2022-04-12 09:00 | Online via Zoom

Mid April E-Newsletter Issue Deadline for Submissions
2022-04-04 16:00 | Due Date

Early April E-Newsletter Issue Deadline for Submissions
2022-03-22 16:00 | Due Date

Truth Before Reconciliation
2022-03-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Online via Zoom
Truth Before Reconciliation:

What is the Truth that people need to know before there can be reconciliation?
Join the Tri-Regions as we continue the important conversation about reconciliation:
Thursday March 10, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
Via Zoom (conference call available for those who do not have video)
Leaders:
Facilitator: Dr. Eileen Antone, is a member of Oneida of the Thames First Nation- Turtle Clan. During her academic career the subject of her research, professional writing, teaching and field development has been Aboriginal knowledge and traditional ways of being. Dr Antone is a member of Oneida United Church. (see more below)
Elder: Rev. Dr. Grafton Antone is a member of Oneida of the Thames First Nation- Wolf Clan, and Oneida United Church. (see more below)
Register in advance for Truth Before Reconciliation:
https://united-church.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApcu2pqTsjHtVjUViBnrOjnzvDXZDb0Um8
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Registration costs covered by Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls and Western Ontario Waterways Regional Councils
For more information, contact Thérèse Samuel TSamuel@united-church.ca

More about:
Dr. Eileen Antone
Emeritus University of Toronto, is a member of the Oneida of the Thames First Nation – Turtle Clan.
She is the past Director of Aboriginal Studies/Centre for Aboriginal Initiatives at the University of Toronto.
Dr. Antone served as a faculty member in the department of Adult Education, Community Development, and Counselling Psychology as well as the Transitional Year Programme.
During her academic career the subject of her research, professional writing, teaching and field development has been Aboriginal knowledge and traditional ways of being.
Since retirement Dr. Antone lives in her home community of Oneida of the Thames and one of her commitments is to continue promoting the Oneida language and community language courses.
She is presently the Chair of the Oneida Long Term Care Home Committee.
She also serves on St. Paul’s University College Indigenous Advisory Council as well as the University of Toronto Indigenous Initiative Council and Elder’s Circle.
She is presently serving as Special Advisor to the Dean of Arts and Science (A&S) at the University of Toronto as well as being a member of the A&S Indigenous Teaching and Learning committee.
Dr. Antone is co-chair on the Oneida United Church Board and was a member of the ANNC Council on Learning as well as the Great Lakes Waterways Presby.
She was also on the Transition Council for Region 7, 8, and 9 with her primary focus on Region 7.
She is now a member of the United Church of Can. Board of Vocation. She continues to serve on the Taam Kaa-dina-kii-jik Elder Advisory Council for the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto.
She is the mother of 3 beautiful daughters and the Grandmother of 6 wonderful grandchildren and a Great Grandmother of one.

Rev. Dr. Grafton Antone
Wolf Clan, is from the Oneida of the Thames First Nation.
He learned the Oneida language as a first language and then learned English prior to going to the Indian Day School in the Oneida community.
Grafton worked in Construction Engineering before he obtained a B.A. from the University of Western Ontario and a Master of Divinity from Victoria University, University of Toronto.
He received an Honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Victoria University, University of Toronto.
He retired from the United Church of Canada’s Toronto Urban Native Ministry as well as the board Co-Chair at the Sandy Saulteaux Spiritual Centre in Beausejour, Manitoba Canada and the Board of the United Church Aboriginal Ministry Council.
Grafton taught an Oneida language class in the Aboriginal Studies Program at the University of Toronto.
Rev. Dr. Antone was also an Elder in residence at First Nations House at the University of Toronto.
Upon his retirement he moved back to his community where he served on the Oneida Long Term Care Home Committee until 2018.
He continues to serve on St. Paul’s University College Indigenous Advisory Council as well as the University of Toronto Indigenous Initiative Council and Elder’s Circle.
He also serves on the Victoria University Indigenous Advisory Council and the National Indigenous Candidacy Board.
He continues to serve on the Taam Kaa-dina-kii-jik Elder Advisory Council for the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto.
Dr. Antone enjoys the time he spends with his family and especially the time he spends with his grandchildren.

Together in Spirit: Medicine Ties
2022-02-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Online via Zoom
Painting by Martha Pedoniquotte
Join the Tri Regions of Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls and Western Ontario Waterways Right Relations event:
Together in Spirit: Medicine Ties
Stories and teachings of how tobacco ties are used to enhance relationship
Thursday, February 24, 2022, 7:00-8:30 PM on Zoom
(Conference call available for those who do not have video)
Tobacco is a spiritual medicine in Indigenous tradition,
and is offered when making a request for assistance or wisdom.
Join with Ishkoodeh Kwe Sheila Robson, Neyaashinigming, Cape Croker United Church (For Sheila Robson’s bio, see below)
and Joyce Johnston, Minister, Neyaashiinigmiing, Cape Croker United Church
as they guide us through the traditional wisdom and practices of making and giving tobacco ties.
If you wish to make a tobacco tie during this session, bring a piece of broadcloth or another type of cloth, scissors and tobacco. Thin ribbon is optional.
Register in advance for Together in Spirit: Medicine Ties
https://united-church.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vdOyqpjMvG9b_OG1Emmhy05zuODQYCZ-3
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Registration costs covered by Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls and Western Ontario Waterways Regional Councils
For more information, contact Thérèse Samuel tsamuel@united-church.ca

More about:
Ishkoodeh Kwe (Fire Woman)
Sheila Robson
Boozhoo, Ahnee kinawaaya! Shkoodeh Kwe n’dizhnikaz. Mkwa miinwaa Mzhiikenh Dodem, Neyaashiinigmiing miinwaa Moraviantown doonjibaa.
Hi everyone I’m Sheila. I’m the one who lights your Inner Fire. I’m Bear Clan on my Father’s side and Turtle Clan on my Mother’s Side. I was raised and currently live at Neyaashiinigmiing which translates to piece of land surrounded by three sides of Water. My Mother’s homeland is Moraviantown Reserve, near Chatham Ontario and that’s where I was born. I grew up in Ojibway Territory and I acknowledge my Lenape/ Delaware Lineage.
I am a Mother, Daughter, Sister, Auntie and Grandmother. I am also a Ceremonial Ogitchitaa Kwe, Sundancer, Sweat Lodge Conductor, Many Bundle Caretaker, Medicine Gatherer and Maker of teas and minigan (salves). I provide teachings to whoever wants to learn, they just have to ask. I also teach Drumming and Singing, and assist in healings to anyone who wants to heal from their traumas using our culture as the main tool. I’m also a great listener! I have worked with people of all ages, facilitating workshops, going into schools and having been invited to participate and travel with my Nookmis to many gatherings.
My training began under the wings of many Grandmothers, Grandfathers and Healers over 20 years ago, beginning with my own. It was the ugliest yet most beautiful Life experience I’ve ever had to go through and continue to do so whenever the opportunity arises. It’s not easy to open your heart to heal the childhood and ancestral trauma we carry as Indigenous peoples, however it so definitely worth it! I’m so very grateful to the guidance of everyone who has crossed my path and taught me something about myself and for taking the time to help me on this amazing journey. This is when my life changed forever. I embraced it and never looked back!
I’m a helper to the Elders, a support to our youth as well as community as a whole with a 24 hr. Community Fire Drop In called, “I Love ❤️ You No Matter What.” Here we offer up prayers, food, our kind presence and backpacks to our youth or anyone who may need a little help with supplies.
I’m also very crafty, I love to sew, and create my dreams and visions to make them into a reality. I’m a board member of Earth Song Alliance. I have a passion and love for the healing with our one true Mother and of all the medicine she grows and nourishes, including her children. The Waters that flow upon our Mother is like the Blood that fIows within our Veins! I believe we all have a part in raising her vibration and helping each other to be those amazing human beings that our One Infinite Creator intended us to be! Together in Unity.
In love, light and peace ~ Ishkoodeh

Empowering Vaccine Resilient Communities
2022-02-15 13:00 | Online via Zoom
We are helping to build vaccine resiliency in our community through offering a series of free educational opportunities including a webinar, practical session and toolkit access.
These educational opportunities are aimed at community members who are interested in becoming a Community Vaccine Champion who will provide peer support to vaccine hesitant individuals in the community. Once a month, two community vaccine champions will host a call with members of the community who have not received a vaccine. This will provide an opportunity for dialogue and for the volunteers to share their experience with vaccination.

UCW Tri-Region Event - Tea, Music & Friendship
2022-02-12 10:00 | Online via Zoom
Tri regional UCW event-February 2022
