Learn a prayer, shared by Knowledge Keepers Florence Paynter and Robert Maytwayashing, that we learned with the Knowledge Keepers at the Turtle Lodge.
Please feel free to use this prayer - it is a beautiful first step in making a connection with the spirit.
Learn the importance of understanding identity through language, as shared by the late Knowledge Keeper, Dr. Dave Courchene.
Hear Grandmother Florence Paynter share about the importance of learning one's original language.
Learn the four levels of language, as shared by Knowledge Keeper, Dr. Harry Bone.
Learn the Nibi Water song, as received in a dream by Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing.
Learn the Anishinaabe Prophecy Song, received in the Mide Lodge and shared by Cree Knowledge Keeper, Philip Paynter.
Elder Philip Paynter shares his personal experience about learning his culture and the traditions of his ancestors, which helped him to live a healthy, balanced life.
Elder Morris Little Wolf shares about the importance of our children and young people passing Tobacco to Elders to help them learn about their culture and Sacred teachings of their ancestors.
Grandmother Betty Ann Little Wolf shares her personal experiences of how she began to live a healthier and happier life when she went home and learned the ceremonies and traditions of her Ancestors and her spiritual identity.
Grandmother Theresa Fenton-Bob shares that we need to get to the root cause of addictions: addressing our deep childhood wounds.
Elder Ed Sackaney shares his personal experiences of healing from addictions, through attending traditional ceremonies, learning his culture and spiritual identity, and learning from Elders and Traditional Healers.
Elder Darrell Bob shares how an individual can overcome their addictions by connecting to the land, reclaiming their spiritual identity, and walking the way of life of their ancestors.
Elder Harry Bone addresses the root cause of addictions and how an individual can heal from their addictions by connecting to the land, their spirit and identity, and fulfilling their spiritual gifts in life.
Elder Niii Gaani Aki Inini addresses the importance of understanding and knowing one’s identity, history, and ancestral teachings.
Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, Dakota Nation, discusses the root of addictions: an imbalance from unresolved trauma, being disconnected from the land and our ancestral ways of being.
Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Elder Dr. Dave Courchene) was called by Ron Maclean to conduct the opening of the NHL game on June 21, 2021. He wanted to use this opportunity to share a message and some teachings.
Elder Dr. David Courchene and Erica Daniels both appeared on CTV News Winnipeg on June 3rd to discuss the new animated web series created in partnership with Manitoba 150 and IG Wealth Management.
A beautiful song draws the boy to a special encounter with a turtle, who helps him understand the importance of truth.
The boy is approached cautiously by a wolf, who explains to him the value of humility.
A beaver scurries up the boy to provide the law of wisdom.
A large and imposing creature similar to Bigfoot appears, and teaches the boy about honesty.
A bear emerges from the woods and startles the boy, as he learns about the law of courage.
A large eagle appears overhead to teach the law of love.
An apparition of a buffalo emerges from the sacred fire, and teaches the boy the law of respect.
A young boy sets out on a vision quest in a sacred place known as Manito Api, which translates to “where the Creator sits”.
The Late Elder Dr. Dave Courchene presented Returning to the Beginning on July 23rd, 2021. His presentation shared insights on how to find truth and a way forward given the current crises the world is facing.
The Late Elder Dr. Dave Courchene's presentation at the World Summit on Traditional and Complementary Medicine towards an Integrative Medicine on June 18th, 2021.
In this session, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene — Nii Gaani Aki Innini (Leading Earth Man), shared teachings on the importance of The Sacred Fire and bringing light into the world.
The Late Elder Dr. Dave Courchene shares teachings of a call from nature to change
Indigenous Teachings for Uncertain Times
INDIGENOUS VALUES ON CLIMATE CHANGE Presented by Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man) – Dave Courchene
Connecting to the Spirit of Mother Earth A Message to the National Indigenous Guardians Network
The Late Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dave Courchene Jr.) offers an Indigenous Perspective on Health and Wellness.
