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Lights and Glitz at Akikodjiwan

Posted on October 6, 2017 by South Wind

The circus has come to town! An experience not known for a hundred years with a “rock concert” feel to it, according to an organizer interviewed by CBC this Friday morning (October 6th). Lights, glitz, glamour, press the button and … Continue reading →

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Funding the “Faith is Peace” Walk

Posted on July 9, 2017 by South Wind

Dear Readers, The “Faith is Peace” walk was for me “prayer in motion.” I think we can all agree on that! Each step taken, proclaimed to all spirit of Creator Land that all religions and faiths in the Ottawa Region … Continue reading →

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Faith Is Peace: Walk To Save Akikodjiwan (June 23, 2017)

Posted on June 26, 2017 by South Wind

A special moment in my life took place this past Friday, when Algonquin elders took part in the ‘Faith is Peace’ walk (Victoria Island to Parliament Hill). What made this walk so profoundly joyful and memorable for me is the … Continue reading →

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Indigenous Spirituality is Precious: Faith Leaders Unite

Posted on May 24, 2017 by South Wind

Well dear readers, we’re on again for another peaceful walk. Let us walk in unity, as friends and believers of faith who care deeply about the spiritual and physical health of water and of all else which is good and … Continue reading →

Posted in Community, Nature, Spirituality | Tagged Akikodjiwan, Albert Island, Asinabka, Chaudière Falls, Chaudière Island, faith, spirituality, Victoria Island, Zibi | 8 Comments

Contaminated Soil Around Chaudière and Albert Islands

Posted on May 21, 2017 by South Wind

I vaguely recall a Fifth Estate (CBC) exposé (I think back in the 50’s) which related how First Nations workers, hired by a corporation to work with asbestos, became deathly ill a few years later. (Note: only “Indians” were hired). … Continue reading →

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Akikodjiwan Lives, Now And Forever: A Call To Action

Posted on May 2, 2017 by South Wind

Is the soft, rich earth under our feet sacred? Indeed it is! So too are the circles of the sky, the sun and moon, also the wind our children take into their lungs and the waters which flow before a … Continue reading →

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DreamKEEPERS, Politicians, Chaudière Falls

Posted on January 20, 2017 by South Wind

I want all of you who took the time to send your most welcomed remarks congratulating me for receiving a citation (DreamKEEPERS Citation for Outstanding Leadership) to know how grateful I am that you did so. A friend of mine … Continue reading →

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DreamKEEPERS Citation

Posted on January 16, 2017 by South Wind

Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) said, “We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence. Again and again, we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force.” Where did such inspiration come … Continue reading →

Black Direction House Concert

Posted on January 8, 2017 by South Wind

What a wonderful and memorable evening (January 7, 2017) was had by all who attended the Black Direction House Concert held in La Pêche at the home of Bettina and Andrew Johnston. Our hosts graciously welcomed many good people made … Continue reading →

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Asinabka: A Compromise

Posted on June 6, 2016 by South Wind

At the beginning of the night, through the loft window of my cabin I saw them, three women dancing, illuminated by Kokomis’ lantern. How gently their skirts swayed, as if pushed forward by the swelling and deflating lungs of a … Continue reading →

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