In times of trauma, our people believe the Great Spirit provides a path to holistic healing, addressing mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs.

We anticipate increasing natural

In times of trauma, our people believe the Great Spirit provides a path to holistic healing, addressing mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs.

We anticipate increasing natural occurrences, which will hopefully awaken us from this current insanity and nightmare.

COVID-19 serves as a critical wake-up call, underscoring the paramount importance of education. This includes learning about First Peoples' profound relationship with the land.

Our mothers,

COVID-19 serves as a critical wake-up call, underscoring the paramount importance of education. This includes learning about First Peoples' profound relationship with the land.

Our mothers, as our first and most important teachers, instill the foundational values essential for life.

This episode, originally streamed live on September 24, 2020, featured a dialogue on braiding Indigenous and scientific ways of knowing for improved stewardship outcomes.

Moderated by Dr.

This episode, originally streamed live on September 24, 2020, featured a dialogue on braiding Indigenous and scientific ways of knowing for improved stewardship outcomes.

Moderated by Dr. Nancy Turner, the discussion included Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, Miles Richardson, O.C., Dr. David Suzuki, and Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr.

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.

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.

At Hot Lips Pizza in Portland, Oregon, co-founder Dave Yudkin champions sustainable business as key to quality and success. In a 6-minute video, he details how local food sourcing and

At Hot Lips Pizza in Portland, Oregon, co-founder Dave Yudkin champions sustainable business as key to quality and success. In a 6-minute video, he details how local food sourcing and energy-efficient operations have sustained both his livelihood and the community.

Yudkin illustrates how these practices transformed five pizza stores into some of Portland's busiest and most enjoyable dining spots, demonstrating that responsible business is good business.

The Anishinaabe Seven Sacred Laws, shared by Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. Dave Courchene), form the foundation of life and connection to Spirit and land. Represented by seven animals, these laws

The Anishinaabe Seven Sacred Laws, shared by Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. Dave Courchene), form the foundation of life and connection to Spirit and land. Represented by seven animals, these laws offer guidance for living on Mother Earth, fostering a vision of hope rooted in kindness and values.

Each animal embodies a specific teaching: the Buffalo for Respect, Eagle for Love, Bear for Courage, Sabé for Honesty, Beaver for Wisdom, Wolf for Humility, and Turtle for Truth. These principles guide us to live from the heart, use our gifts for community, and honor our interconnectedness.

By embracing these Sacred Laws, we align with nature, achieve true freedom, and receive the full support of the universe and Earth.

On Saturday, November 6, 2021, hundreds gathered at the Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness. The event was an Honouring Ceremony dedicated to Elder Dr. Dave

On Saturday, November 6, 2021, hundreds gathered at the Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness. The event was an Honouring Ceremony dedicated to Elder Dr. Dave Courchene and his Vision of Turtle Lodge.

During the ceremony, David Suzuki shared remarks, celebrating Dr. Courchene's contributions.

Yesterday, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene and his Vision of Turtle Lodge were honored at two simultaneous events.

Hundreds gathered at the Turtle Lodge for a tribute, while Governor General Mary

Yesterday, Elder Dr. Dave Courchene and his Vision of Turtle Lodge were honored at two simultaneous events.

Hundreds gathered at the Turtle Lodge for a tribute, while Governor General Mary Simon hosted a separate event in his honor at Rideau Hall.

Yesterday, the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers honored Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr. He was recognized for his leadership, service to the People and Mother Earth, and

Yesterday, the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers honored Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr. He was recognized for his leadership, service to the People and Mother Earth, and his work in fulfilling the Turtle Lodge's vision.

His spiritual names, Nitamabit (The Original Way and One who Sits in Front) and Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man), reflect his profound contributions to awakening, nurturing, and strengthening the spirit in all Peoples.