Grandmother Betty Ann Little Wolf shares her journey to a healthier, happier life by embracing ancestral ceremonies and spiritual identity. She teaches about the vital role of Grandmothers in

Grandmother Betty Ann Little Wolf shares her journey to a healthier, happier life by embracing ancestral ceremonies and spiritual identity. She teaches about the vital role of Grandmothers in society, imparting love and sacred wisdom to children.

The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, in partnership with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin Family Treatment Centre, offers guidance on healing from addictions. Upcoming messages from the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders will explore addiction's root causes and paths to a balanced life. View the series playlist: Healing from Addictions.

Turtle Lodge is dedicated to reconnecting with Earth and sharing Indigenous ancestral knowledge, founded on the 7 Sacred Laws. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org. Follow us on Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), and Instagram (@theturtlelodge).

Grandmother Theresa Fenton-Bob emphasizes that healing deep childhood wounds and embracing forgiveness are fundamental to overcoming addiction and living a healthy, loving life. The Turtle Lodge

Grandmother Theresa Fenton-Bob emphasizes that healing deep childhood wounds and embracing forgiveness are fundamental to overcoming addiction and living a healthy, loving life. The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, in partnership with Sagkeeng Mino Pimatiziwin Family Treatment Centre, provides teachings and guidance on this healing journey.

Join us over the coming weeks for messages from the National Turtle Lodge Council of Elders and Knowledge Keepers, exploring addiction's root causes and paths to a balanced life. View the series playlist [here](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_wQ7QfAR0Hy9-LZsoVhKxSgQiQdDPIxs). Learn more about Turtle Lodge, a center for Indigenous ancestral knowledge and Earth reconnection, at [www.turtlelodge.org](https://www.turtlelodge.org). Follow us on social media: @turtlelodge (Facebook/Twitter), @theturtlelodge (Instagram).

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the future of our children and grandchildren.

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in Europe and Africa, she received amnesty to return to Brazil, where she led a spiritual community deep within the Amazon Rainforest. She shares insights into the Grandmothers and their vital mission.

Learn more about the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers here. A documentary featuring her teachings is available on DVD from the Earth & Spirit Council's website.

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.

Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, a co-author, spoke at the March 19 launch of the "Summary of Wahbanung – The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" at Turtle Lodge. She

Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, a co-author, spoke at the March 19 launch of the "Summary of Wahbanung – The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" at Turtle Lodge. She highlighted the Sound of an Eagle Mother Earth Lodge, a legacy from late co-author Ogimaakwe Orianna Courchene, which aims to strengthen understanding of the Ogimaakwe (life-givers).

This important book is now available for purchase. Find your copy at http://www.turtlelodge.org/wahbanung/.

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, and Dr. Blair Stonechild, moderated by Shaunna Morgan Siegers, MSc, engaged in a dialogue about our essential and spiritual connection

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, and Dr. Blair Stonechild, moderated by Shaunna Morgan Siegers, MSc, engaged in a dialogue about our essential and spiritual connection with the land and each other. They were joined by Reconciling Ways of Knowing Convenors Miles Richardson, OC, Dr. David Suzuki, and Dr. Nancy Turner.

This dialogue originally aired on Tuesday, January 26 at 9:00 am Pacific / 11:00 am Central / 1:00 pm Atlantic.

Anishinaabe Grandmother Florence Paynter, a Knowledge Keeper and language speaker from Sandy Bay First Nation, explains her decision to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. As a member of the National

Anishinaabe Grandmother Florence Paynter, a Knowledge Keeper and language speaker from Sandy Bay First Nation, explains her decision to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. As a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, her message is significant.

This is Part 4 in a series from Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers addressing COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. Previous parts include Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Part 1), Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing (Part 2), and Elder Chief Dr. Harry Bone (Part 3), who discuss balancing modern and traditional medicine.

A French version is also available: Cliquez ici pour la version française.

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.