Elder Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man), an Anishinabe Nation Elder and Spiritual Advisor for the Indigenous Leadership Initiative, served as Ceremonial Witness at the

Elder Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man), an Anishinabe Nation Elder and Spiritual Advisor for the Indigenous Leadership Initiative, served as Ceremonial Witness at the First Nations’ National Guardians Gathering 2019.

Invited by the Heiltsuk and Squamish Nations, Elder Courchene offered concluding remarks at the gathering, held March 12-13, 2019, in Vancouver.

A full video of the gathering is available at ilinationhood.ca.

"The 8th Fire," directed by Pickard & Pickard (2007), is a 60-minute film exploring an Anishnabe prophecy. It presents humanity with two paths: materialism and destruction, or a spiritual path

"The 8th Fire," directed by Pickard & Pickard (2007), is a 60-minute film exploring an Anishnabe prophecy. It presents humanity with two paths: materialism and destruction, or a spiritual path emphasizing care for the earth and each other.

Through interviews with Anishnabe Elder Dave Courchene and others, the film combines striking visuals, powerful music, and discussions on nature and the urgent need for global unity.

For more information, visit The8thFire.org and TurtleLodge.org. Order the DVD at the8thfire.org/store/dvd.htm.

Following a movie screening, join a panel discussion with movement leaders on oil drilling's impacts on rainforest biodiversity, indigenous peoples, and communities affected by fossil fuel

Following a movie screening, join a panel discussion with movement leaders on oil drilling's impacts on rainforest biodiversity, indigenous peoples, and communities affected by fossil fuel pollution and climate change in California and globally.

Speakers include Ryan Patrick Killackey (YASUNI MAN), Tom Smith (UCLA Tropical Research), Monic Uriarte (STAND-Los Angeles), and Grandma Gloria Arellanes (Tongva Elder). Leila Salazar-López (Amazon Watch) moderates.

California's oil policy impacts the Amazon, receiving 70% of Ecuador's crude. With federal deregulation, June 14th is Governor Jerry Brown's last chance to plan for a managed decline of fossil fuel production. Join us!

On June 21, 2017, the summer solstice and National Aboriginal Day, Turtle Lodge Elders and representatives from the Original Nations lit a sacred fire at Manitou Api. The flame was brought to

On June 21, 2017, the summer solstice and National Aboriginal Day, Turtle Lodge Elders and representatives from the Original Nations lit a sacred fire at Manitou Api. The flame was brought to Winnipeg, where Elder Dave Courchene lit the Centennial Flame at the Manitoba Legislative Building. It will burn for one year, inspiring the province and nation.

This sacred flame launched the 2017 Canada Games torch run in Manitoba and later lit the Games' cauldron.

A video for the Canada Games was created by Patrick Roberge, PRP Inc. Acknowledgements go to the Elders for their vision and to Barry Mathers for his hard work with the Canada Games and Turtle Lodge.

The first Igniting the Fire Gathering, initiated by Elder Dave Courchene, occurred in 2006 at Manitou Api, a sacred site in Manitoba's Whiteshell Provincial Park. This event, featuring Elders

The first Igniting the Fire Gathering, initiated by Elder Dave Courchene, occurred in 2006 at Manitou Api, a sacred site in Manitoba's Whiteshell Provincial Park. This event, featuring Elders Robin Greene and Don Cardinal, reunited Original Peoples, with turtles symbolizing new life and Indigenous rebirth.

Now an annual event by Turtle Lodge, Igniting the Fire is open to all cultures, bringing nations to Manitou Api to share knowledge and ceremonies, with Elders transferring wisdom to youth. Attendance grew from 350 in 2006. Documentaries, including *The 8th Fire* (www.the8thfire.org), have featured the event. For more, visit Igniting the Fire or Dave Courchene Jr.

“Remembering our past to co-create our future.” The Rare Earth Foundation is hosting a gathering in Far North Queensland, Australia, on November 14, 2012, during a total solar eclipse. This

“Remembering our past to co-create our future.” The Rare Earth Foundation is hosting a gathering in Far North Queensland, Australia, on November 14, 2012, during a total solar eclipse. This event will bring together earth-based cultures and young leaders to share knowledge and develop tangible solutions for our planet's challenges.

We are seeking expressions of interest from supporters. If you know Elders or cultural groups who might like an invitation, please email rahm@ref.org.au. For more information, visit our website: globaleldergatherings.org.

Kickapoo and Sac-and-Fox elder Fred will speak on "Breath of Spirit and Sweet Grass of Humor," focusing on preserving his ancestors' Earth-centered spirituality.

Explore further by

Kickapoo and Sac-and-Fox elder Fred will speak on "Breath of Spirit and Sweet Grass of Humor," focusing on preserving his ancestors' Earth-centered spirituality.

Explore further by visiting the Earth and Spirit YouTube channel, accessible through their website: Earth and Spirit.

Angaangaq Angakkorsuaq, an Eskimo-Kalaallit Elder from Kalaallit Nunaat, Greenland, hails from a family of traditional healers in the Far North. He recently visited Switzerland to deliver a vital

Angaangaq Angakkorsuaq, an Eskimo-Kalaallit Elder from Kalaallit Nunaat, Greenland, hails from a family of traditional healers in the Far North. He recently visited Switzerland to deliver a vital message.

During his visit, Angaangaq spoke about the urgent changes humanity must implement to ensure our continued existence on Earth. His powerful words underscored the necessity of immediate action.

Tuscarora elder Ted Williams, of the Wolf Clan, shares his knowledge on The Great Law of Peace, recognized as the world's oldest and longest-lived peace treaty.

A full documentary of this

Tuscarora elder Ted Williams, of the Wolf Clan, shares his knowledge on The Great Law of Peace, recognized as the world's oldest and longest-lived peace treaty.

A full documentary of this teaching is available for purchase on DVD. Visit the Earth & Spirit Council's Website for more information.

Dr. Mehl-Madrona, author of *Coyote Medicine* and a Native American healer, integrates indigenous wisdom into his medical and psychological practice. He explores "all story," reflecting an elder's

Dr. Mehl-Madrona, author of *Coyote Medicine* and a Native American healer, integrates indigenous wisdom into his medical and psychological practice. He explores "all story," reflecting an elder's advice: "Anything worth knowing can't be known and anything you know isn't worth knowing."

You can order *Coyote Medicine* from Amazon or your local bookstore.

To purchase the entire documentary of this teaching on DVD, visit the Earth & Spirit Council's Website.