Elder Dr. Dave Courchene presented "Returning to the Beginning" on July 23, 2021, sharing insights on finding truth and a way forward amidst current global crises.

This presentation was

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene presented "Returning to the Beginning" on July 23, 2021, sharing insights on finding truth and a way forward amidst current global crises.

This presentation was part of the free Shamanic Wisdom Summit and is copyrighted by The Shift Network. View the full transcript here.

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education & Wellness fosters reconnection to Earth and shares ancestral knowledge. Learn more at turtlelodge.org or follow them on social media: Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), and Instagram (@theturtlelodge).

The National Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Council recently prepared a statement on COVID-19 and vaccines. Elder Dr. Dave Courchene shares this in a video series, encouraging personal

The National Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Council recently prepared a statement on COVID-19 and vaccines. Elder Dr. Dave Courchene shares this in a video series, encouraging personal responsibility and guiding decisions through prayer, ceremony, and connection to the land.

Over the coming weeks, we will share messages from Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers on COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. The full statement text is available here.

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation and a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, shares her COVID-19 vaccine experience. She

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation and a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, shares her COVID-19 vaccine experience. She discusses encouraging her family, the importance of individual choice, and how a pre-vaccine ceremony supported her.

This message is Part 2 in a series from Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers on COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. Listen to the French version here. See Part 1, featuring Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, here.

“Fishpeople” explores the lives of individuals dedicated to the sea, featuring Kimi Werner, Eddie Donnellan, Dave Rastovich, Matahi Drollet, Ray Collins, and Lynne Cox. The film was directed

“Fishpeople” explores the lives of individuals dedicated to the sea, featuring Kimi Werner, Eddie Donnellan, Dave Rastovich, Matahi Drollet, Ray Collins, and Lynne Cox. The film was directed by Keith Malloy, produced by Monika McClure, and edited by Alex Jablonsky.

At Patagonia, we are dedicated to combating the threat of extinction by utilizing our business, investments, voice, and imagination. Subscribe for more content here, visit our official site, or explore our stories and social channels.

The "Reconciling Ways of Knowing Dialogue 2: Enacting Ethical Space in Knowledge Sharing" continued the conversation on Indigenous knowledge and science. This second dialogue specifically explored

The "Reconciling Ways of Knowing Dialogue 2: Enacting Ethical Space in Knowledge Sharing" continued the conversation on Indigenous knowledge and science. This second dialogue specifically explored Indigenous Ethics in relation to Indigenous knowledges.

It convened a diverse group of Indigenous knowledge holders, scholars, practitioners, and scientists to discuss these critical themes.

For more information, visit waysofknowingforum.ca/discussion2 and turtlelodge.org.

Streamed live on January 9, 2015, this forum on "Healthcare & Homelessness" discussed City Club's new report and critical community issues.

The event explored how to maximize health

Streamed live on January 9, 2015, this forum on "Healthcare & Homelessness" discussed City Club's new report and critical community issues.

The event explored how to maximize health benefits for Multnomah County's homeless population through healthcare reform and Oregon Health Plan expansion. Homelessness is a complex public health challenge where the struggle for stability often overshadows health needs, exposing deep fault lines in our current healthcare system.

Panelists included Crista Gardner, David Labby, Leo Rhodes, and Rachel Solotaroff.

On April 14, 2021, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene conducted a Traditional Naming Ceremony for the former Kapyong Barracks at Turtle Lodge, requested by the Treaty 1 Governing Council. The Anishinaabe

On April 14, 2021, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene conducted a Traditional Naming Ceremony for the former Kapyong Barracks at Turtle Lodge, requested by the Treaty 1 Governing Council. The Anishinaabe name unveiled was Naawi-Oodena, meaning “The Centre of the Heart and Community.”

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness fosters reconnection to Earth and shares ancestral knowledge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws.

Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org or follow us on Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), and Instagram (@theturtlelodge).

The Reconciling Ways of Knowing dialogue, "Drawing on Indigenous Knowledge in Responding to COVID-19," originally aired on November 12,

The Reconciling Ways of Knowing dialogue, "Drawing on Indigenous Knowledge in Responding to COVID-19," originally aired on November 12, 2020.

Moderated by Darrin Mah, JD, the discussion featured Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr., Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, Miles Richardson, OC, Tom Swanky, JD, and Dr. Sabina Ijaz.

Panelists explored Indigenous Peoples' historical responses to pandemics, how this informed their approach to COVID-19, and broader lessons for Canadian society and the global community.

On 4 November 2019, C2G’s senior strategy director, Cynthia Scharf, spoke at the World Bank Law, Justice and Development Week. She emphasized the critical need for governance frameworks

On 4 November 2019, C2G’s senior strategy director, Cynthia Scharf, spoke at the World Bank Law, Justice and Development Week. She emphasized the critical need for governance frameworks concerning large-scale carbon dioxide removal.

Scharf participated in a panel titled “Technology Innovation for Climate Action: Legal and Governance Aspects.” Other panelists included Dave Rejeski (Environmental Law Institute), William Burns (Institute for Carbon Removal Law & Policy, American University), and Erick Fernandes (World Bank).

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane Meader, Hereditary Chief Stephen Augustine, and Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud. It also features entertainers Buffy Sainte-Marie & Serena Ryder, with music by Melissa Etheridge & Archie Roach.