"Water Was My Answer"
Listen to a story about how Water changed a young woman’s perspective and outlook on life. Water is a healing medicine for many people in many ways, and for this young Anishinaabe kwe it has been a place where she can feel safe and grounded.
Gchitwaa Nibi (Sacred Water) Teaching
“It is our belief as Indigenous people, not only of Turtle Island…and all Indigenous nations around the world…that they also hold water in highest regard.” – Dorothy Taylor
Dorothy Taylor is an Elder from Curve Lake First Nation, located in Ontario Canada. Dorothy is the founder of the Sacred Water Circle which was created to shed light on environmental issues surrounding water, through spiritually-based dialogue. For more information please refer to www.sacredwatercicle.ca or follow on Facebook at Sacred Water Circle.
Grandfather Teachings
Elder Dorothy Taylor (Curve Lake First Nation) shares her insight and knowledge on the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
Video Courtesy of Native Child & Family Services of Toronto Facebook Page.
Sweetgrass Teaching
Elder Dorothy Taylor (Curve Lake First Nation) talks about how we can learn kindness through Sweetgrass.
Video Courtesy of Native Child & Family Services of Toronto Facebook Page.
7 Grandfather Teachings
Elder Dave Courchene explains the origins of the seven Grandfather Teachings.
Video courtesy of Sagkeeng Child and Family Services.