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Hero – Are You One?

Posted on February 4, 2013 by South Wind

A white man I have a lot of respect for mentioned to me recently that he doesn’t believe Chief Theresa Spence was really on a liquid fast for 44 days. “Looked too healthy at the end of it,” he snorted. … Continue reading →

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Chief Spence: The Fast is Complete

Posted on January 28, 2013 by South Wind

Chief Spence has ended her fast, the ceremony is complete. But far into the many tomorrows will the benefits of her sacrifice run like painted mustangs on an open range. Our thoughts which bring tears, our tears which bring a … Continue reading →

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Who is Guilty of Terrorism?

Posted on January 24, 2013 by South Wind

Our voices communicating honour for all life, the sound of our singing drums, the sight of our people dancing, the power of our circles and our growing pride are apparently terrorizing Canadians. This according to a definition of the word … Continue reading →

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Chief Spence: The Fasting Ritual

Posted on January 22, 2013 by South Wind

The men of Millhaven Institution’s (CSC) Native Brotherhood have found a hero, perhaps for the first time in their lives. Chief Theresa Spence has become a mighty source of inspiration into their rehabilitation goals. Her messages to them is that violence only … Continue reading →

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Imagine 60%

Posted on January 20, 2013 by South Wind

According to a recent poll, 60% of Canadians believe that the First Nations themselves are responsible for the misery and dysfunction found in their communities. This tells me that 60% of Canadians are a pretty hard-hearted bunch. What must they … Continue reading →

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Chief Spence and the Sacred Fire

Posted on January 18, 2013 by South Wind

I had an awesome visit at Victoria Island today, January 16, 2013. The sun was warm and shining bright, not interfered with by even the smallest clouds. Large geese, unafraid of people around them, walked about like military brass inspecting … Continue reading →

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Chief Spence: A Peaceful Protest

Posted on January 17, 2013 by South Wind

Indeed, we are living in extraordinary times. The wonders in solidarity unfolding before us have created an energy in the First Nations that will stay with us until death. Our souls sing with joy. There is no turning back. The … Continue reading →

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Chief Spence “Discredited”? Not by a Long Shot!

Posted on January 12, 2013 by South Wind

Can a sacred fire be discredited? Can a grandfather rock resting in the centre of the purification lodge be discredited? We honour these things and are humbled in their presence. Chief Spence can no more be discredited than can a … Continue reading →

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Does a Hate Monger Know Anything About Honour?

Posted on January 10, 2013 by South Wind

An emotionally half-baked colonizer suffering from “Am Superior To – You” (AST-Y), a nasty virus now plaguing Canada in epidemic proportions recently said, “It´s time to dismantle the Indian Act and to do away with Indian reserves”. He advised that … Continue reading →

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Chief Theresa Spence – They Call Her a Terrorist

Posted on January 7, 2013 by South Wind

The Indigenous Peoples of this land are the first of Canada’s founding nations. As Aboriginals we are fortunate that Kichi Manido (God) saw fit to place us here and to trust in us that we would forever be “keepers of … Continue reading →

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