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On the spot news! · 15th September 2010
Klahoose CCP
Atop the 30 foot pole in the Yekwamen Valley (Toba Inlet) stands the Eagle figure helping the spirits of the fallen workers. The beautifully carved western red cedar was donated by the Klahoose Nation handpicked by Salish Carver, Darren Joseph.
On the sunny afternoon, September 2nd, Klahoose members, Kiewit Staff, Plutonic Power representatives and members of the victims’ families gathered to celebrate the New Klahoose Memorial Pole. The main ceremony was conducted by band members, Ken Hanuse, Norman Harry Sr., Mavis Kok and Mary Harry. Other members that helped with the ceremony were, Nicole Reedel, Denise Hanson, Marlene Hanuse, Valerie Joseph, Lorraine Beler, Coral Delorme, Gilbert Hanuse and Tla’Amin member, Vern Pielle.
Many witnesses from the Klahoose Nation including Keiwit and Plutonic staff were treated to a gourmet feast and refreshments courtesy of Chef ‘Fletcher’ and the Powell River Employment Services Society.
Klahoose Chief and Council collaborated with construction contractors Peter Kiewit and Sons, Plutonic Power Corporation and Ledcor Construction to make this project a success. Members of the Klahoose Nation who helped organize the project were happy to see the pole completed. “I’m proud to be a part of this important project.” said project coordinator and Klahoose member, Benn Lessard.
The work that was completed was an example of how companies and First Nations can work together on a common goal to benefit a worthy cause. Other companies that made considerable contributions were Theechim Management Group, Qathan Xwegus Management Corporation, Ledcor Construction, Herold Engineering, Holdfast Fabricators, Yekwamen Charters, Fireball Logging and the Powell River Employment Services Society.
“One of my staff members lost a son in the floatplane accident on Thormanby Island. She was recently at the totem ceremony honouring the people who lost their lives in the accident. I am certain your elders who were at the ceremony witnessed the impact the totem and the ceremony had on the families. The thoughtfulness of Klahoose First Nations in support of the families is amazing. Words cannot express how touched I am by your actions. My staff member and mother of one of the crash victims feels so supported by what you have done that it has touched me personally. The "human-ness" of your nation is something you should be very proud of. I am deeply moved by the empathy you have shown. I just felt a need to let you know how much a difference you have made in people's lives. Thank you.”
- Tom Fulton
On the sunny afternoon, September 2nd, Klahoose members, Kiewit Staff, Plutonic Power representatives and members of the victims’ families gathered to celebrate the New Klahoose Memorial Pole. The main ceremony was conducted by band members, Ken Hanuse, Norman Harry Sr., Mavis Kok and Mary Harry. Other members that helped with the ceremony were, Nicole Reedel, Denise Hanson, Marlene Hanuse, Valerie Joseph, Lorraine Beler, Coral Delorme, Gilbert Hanuse and Tla’Amin member, Vern Pielle.
Many witnesses from the Klahoose Nation including Keiwit and Plutonic staff were treated to a gourmet feast and refreshments courtesy of Chef ‘Fletcher’ and the Powell River Employment Services Society.
Klahoose Chief and Council collaborated with construction contractors Peter Kiewit and Sons, Plutonic Power Corporation and Ledcor Construction to make this project a success. Members of the Klahoose Nation who helped organize the project were happy to see the pole completed. “I’m proud to be a part of this important project.” said project coordinator and Klahoose member, Benn Lessard.
The work that was completed was an example of how companies and First Nations can work together on a common goal to benefit a worthy cause. Other companies that made considerable contributions were Theechim Management Group, Qathan Xwegus Management Corporation, Ledcor Construction, Herold Engineering, Holdfast Fabricators, Yekwamen Charters, Fireball Logging and the Powell River Employment Services Society.
“One of my staff members lost a son in the floatplane accident on Thormanby Island. She was recently at the totem ceremony honouring the people who lost their lives in the accident. I am certain your elders who were at the ceremony witnessed the impact the totem and the ceremony had on the families. The thoughtfulness of Klahoose First Nations in support of the families is amazing. Words cannot express how touched I am by your actions. My staff member and mother of one of the crash victims feels so supported by what you have done that it has touched me personally. The "human-ness" of your nation is something you should be very proud of. I am deeply moved by the empathy you have shown. I just felt a need to let you know how much a difference you have made in people's lives. Thank you.”
- Tom Fulton
Show of respect.
Blessing the Pole.
Klahoose members help with ceremony.