On November 28, 2015, at Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers presented The Great Binding Law. This significant presentation, led by Anishinabe,

On November 28, 2015, at Turtle Lodge in Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba, Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers presented The Great Binding Law. This significant presentation, led by Anishinabe, Nehetho (Cree), and Dakota representatives, responded to the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs' request for guidance on the National Energy Board's pipeline proposals.

The Elders, including Oshoshko Bineshiikwe (Blue Thunderbird Woman) and Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dave Courchene), shared their wisdom. A video of part of their presentation is available, though sacred ceremonies were not recorded. Symon Ptashnick filmed the event.

In times of trauma, our people believe the Great Spirit provides a path to holistic healing, addressing mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs.

We anticipate increasing natural

In times of trauma, our people believe the Great Spirit provides a path to holistic healing, addressing mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs.

We anticipate increasing natural occurrences, which will hopefully awaken us from this current insanity and nightmare.

Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man) – Dave Courchene, from the Anishinabe Nation, Eagle Clan, presented on "Indigenous Values on Climate Change."

This presentation occurred at the One

Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man) – Dave Courchene, from the Anishinabe Nation, Eagle Clan, presented on "Indigenous Values on Climate Change."

This presentation occurred at the One Basin One Governance (Water is Sacred) Conference on September 18, 2019, held at the Victoria Inn, Winnipeg.

David Courchene III, Robert Maytwayashing, Ray Stevenson, and Lucas Michano discussed the origins, meanings, and Ojibwe translations of traditional songs by the Red Shadow Singers. This session,

David Courchene III, Robert Maytwayashing, Ray Stevenson, and Lucas Michano discussed the origins, meanings, and Ojibwe translations of traditional songs by the Red Shadow Singers. This session, held via Zoom on January 21, 2021, offered insights into their cultural significance.

The event was produced by David Courchene III and the Pic River Development Corp (PRDC).

Elder Morris Little Wolf highlights the importance of youth learning from Elders for cultural understanding and healing from addictions, emphasizing Elders as the root of healing. The Turtle Lodge

Elder Morris Little Wolf highlights the importance of youth learning from Elders for cultural understanding and healing from addictions, emphasizing Elders as the root of healing. The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws, shares ancestral knowledge and reconnects people to the Earth.

Partnering with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin Family Treatment Centre, Turtle Lodge offers teachings on addiction recovery. Join their upcoming series with the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders, exploring addiction causes and paths to a balanced life. View the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_wQ7QfAR0Hy9-LZsoVhKxSgQiQdDPIxs. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org and follow them on social media.

Elder Ed Sackaney shares his personal healing journey from addiction, achieved through traditional ceremonies, cultural identity, and Elder teachings. He emphasizes the vital role of family

Elder Ed Sackaney shares his personal healing journey from addiction, achieved through traditional ceremonies, cultural identity, and Elder teachings. He emphasizes the vital role of family support and respectful relationships.

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, a center for ancestral knowledge, partners with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin to offer addiction healing teachings. Join our upcoming series from the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders, exploring root causes and pathways to a balanced life.

View the series playlist: YouTube. Learn more at turtlelodge.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Mah Pe Ya Mini (Henry Skywater), a respected Dakota Elder, Knowledge Keeper, and ceremonial leader, often shared his "Spirit of Life" song. He connected it to the Dakota creation story: a blue

Mah Pe Ya Mini (Henry Skywater), a respected Dakota Elder, Knowledge Keeper, and ceremonial leader, often shared his "Spirit of Life" song. He connected it to the Dakota creation story: a blue light journeys from a heavenly house to a mother's womb, lives on Earth, and then returns to its celestial origin.

The song's essence, "Lightning beings! It's me! There is a house in the heavens where I was born," reflects this journey. Shared with his family's permission to continue his legacy, this video is posted on behalf of the Turtle Lodge, where Henry was an Elder, and Elders Circle Seven, who honored him with the Mikinak-Keya Spirit Tour. Learn more about Henry Skywater: Turtle Lodge.

Every city has its unique social fabric. Dave Troy visualizes Twitter data from his hometown, Baltimore, to reveal these hidden

Every city has its unique social fabric. Dave Troy visualizes Twitter data from his hometown, Baltimore, to reveal these hidden lines—who talks to whom and who doesn’t. His work explores what online sharing tells us about urban communities.

TEDTalks provides daily video podcasts featuring leading thinkers and doers from the TED Conference. These talks cover a wide range of topics, including Technology, Entertainment, Design, science, business, and global issues. Find closed captions and translated subtitles here.

On June 23, 2020, a panel discussion titled "Knowledge Keepers – Part 1" took place in Canada.

In honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day, Anishinaabe Elder Dr. David Courchene, Métis

On June 23, 2020, a panel discussion titled "Knowledge Keepers – Part 1" took place in Canada.

In honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day, Anishinaabe Elder Dr. David Courchene, Métis Cree knowledge keeper Maria Campbell, and Inuk professor Dr. Karla J. Williamson participated. They were joined by Canadian Ministers Carolyn Bennett, Marc Miller, and Dan Vandal.

This first installment of a two-part conversation explored various important topics for Indigenous peoples across Canada. A transcript is available.

On April 14, 2021, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene conducted a Traditional Naming Ceremony for the former Kapyong Barracks at Turtle Lodge, requested by the Treaty 1 Governing Council. The Anishinaabe

On April 14, 2021, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene conducted a Traditional Naming Ceremony for the former Kapyong Barracks at Turtle Lodge, requested by the Treaty 1 Governing Council. The Anishinaabe name unveiled was Naawi-Oodena, meaning “The Centre of the Heart and Community.”

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness fosters reconnection to Earth and shares ancestral knowledge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws.

Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org or follow us on Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), and Instagram (@theturtlelodge).