It was one of the most incredible and humbling moments of my life, I even took a moment to just stand there and take it all in.
The Moosehide Gathering – Shayla Snowshoe
Category: Community
the ocean gives and the ocean takes away
A couple of years ago I received an artist grant from the First Peoples’ Cultural Council. Initially I was going to do a documentary photo series on Indigenous women who have overcome trauma and abuse. I had to think some more about this series. About how I could show to others how strong, amazing and… Continue reading the ocean gives and the ocean takes away
‘Dehcho Dene Zhatié: Indigenous Language Revitalization Program
Learning the language empowers us to connect to our culture and elders in ways that are deeply meaningful, but it is also vital for the well being of our communities as whole.
Deline, NWT: Photo Essay
- Shawna McLeod
HOME
Takwakin (Autumn or Fall) is the time of year that my family and I usually make our annual visit to Saskatchewan. However, this year we decided to stay home on the coast. Taking my boys back to where I come from is always a time that I look forward to. I want them to see,… Continue reading HOME
The Return of History
A commentary on this year's Métis Massey Lecturer: Jennifer Welsh and her new book & lecture series "The Return of History".
the place of gathering
As a child, I remember spending most of nights with my friends and family at the old wooden arbour located in the centre of town. We would run around, playing hide and seek or sit and watch the talent show or participate in the drum dance.
teacups and beadwork, lace and birch bark
A little bit of Indigenous magic. And I think it was from the stories and community that this session carried. Nothing I do comes without stories.
The Place Where My Spirit Breathes
maskéko-sákahikanihk. This summer, I took a four day intensive néhiyawéwin class. I'm learning my language, slowly. This class was the beginning of a commitment to push myself further towards this goal. I live in Ottawa now, but I'm a prairie girl through and through. Going back home is a necessity in staying grounded and connected… Continue reading The Place Where My Spirit Breathes
Keeping Dene Culture Alive
Traditionally, men played the hand games as a way of survival. Often times the Dene men would be out hunting for long periods of time and would play hand games while they were out on the land.
tea&bannock 