Taken from the foreword of Voices of the Land, 1993. When the Elders met at the gathering “The Voice of the Land …
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Our blog is a space where ancestral teachings, cultural insights, and the voices of Indigenous elders and knowledge keepers converge. Join us on a path of discovery and connection as we share stories, lessons, and perspectives that celebrate the tapestry of Indigenous heritage. Experience the depth of Indigenous knowledge through the words of those who hold its essence, and embark on a transformative exploration of Mino-Bimaadziwin, the good life, as shared by the grandmothers and grandfathers who are the pillars of our communities.
Adapted from Association of Friends, August 1995 Art, a lifelong resident of Birch Island, exemplifies commitment and community engagement. Married to Violet Wemigwans …
Adapted from Voices of the Land In the intricate tapestry of Anishinaabe wisdom, the connection between a husband’s experiences during his wife’s …
Adapted from National First Nations Elders Language Gathering, 1993 & Association of Friends, August 1995 Violet’s life story embodies the resilience, cultural …
Adapted from OCF Files, 1981 & Oral History Project, 1989 Ernestine Buswa’s life was a testament to the unwavering commitment to preserving …
Adapted from a meeting of Sagamok Anishawbek Elders, 1982 James D. Debassige, a revered figure from West Bay First Nation in Ontario, …
Adapted from the writings of Kate Assinewe, Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve In the past, Indigenous elders held a position of utmost respect …
[The moon] symbolizes tranquility, guidance, and protection, and its phases are interwoven with spiritual teachings that span generations.
The choices we make today should be guided by a vision of a sustainable world seven generations into the future.
Deeply rooted in spiritual and cultural significance, are revered for their healing properties and the spiritual connections they foster.
It calls for harmony and peaceful coexistence with all aspects of creation, bridging the gaps between diverse races, directions, and cycles of nature.
These teachings are a reminder that we must walk the path of life with these virtues intertwined, passing them on to our children and future generations.
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