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INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES – Welcome to Indigenous Communities. Here, we delve deep into the essence of Indigenous communities—their territories, nations, and confederacies—each carrying the weight of history, the spirit of resilience, and the hope for a future reclaimed. Our journey through explaining Native communities unfolds the layers of Indigenous identity, shaped by the lands stewarded by Indigenous people for millennia. The shadows of forced removal and assimilation, legacies of policies like the Indian Act of Canada, the Indian Removal Act, and the devastating impacts of residential schools still mark our communities today. These acts sought to sever our connections to our land, cultures, and ways of life, embedding challenges that persist into the present. Despite the adversity, our communities stand as beacons of strength and endurance, embodying Indigenous peoples’ resilience and unyielding spirit. Efforts like the Land Back Movement epitomize Indigenous peoples’ desire to reclaim physical territories and ensure our cultures, languages, and traditional practices live on for all future generations in our communities. It is a testament to the belief that healing from the injustices of the past involves more than financial reparations; it demands the restoration of our rights to live as sovereign peoples, connected to our lands and…
TERRITORIES
TERRITORIES – Generally, Territories refers to specific geographic areas historically used or occupied by Indigenous tribes, which may or may not align with contemporary governmental boundaries. These have occurred through a multitude of factors, including war, colonization, treaties, government policies, and general conflict. These territories are central to a people’s identity, culture, and practices. Tribal territories Territories are much more than just pieces of land. They are at the core of what makes each Indigenous community unique, including their culture, history, and way of life. These areas are home to their languages, important traditions, and stories that have been shared for generations. They are also important for nature, as these territories help care for many plants and animals. Territories are not definitive in their presentation by the designations created under the views of Federal (United States or Canada), individual States (U.S.), or Provincial (Canadian) governments. It is important to remember that these definitions and delineations of territories were generated by concepts foreign to the ways of life that guided Indigenous people throughout their understanding of the land that is Mother Earth. Recognizing the value of territories means seeing how important they are not just in the past but also in…
NATIONS
NATIONS – This signifies larger groups often united by common languages, cultural practices, and histories. In Indigenous contexts, a nation might encompass several tribes with shared cultural heritage or historical ties, managing its internal affairs and maintaining relationships with other nations and entities. Within these nations, every aspect of life—from spiritual beliefs to societal norms—is instilled with the wisdom of those who came before. These communities value their ancestral lands as sources of sustenance and sacred sites and as integral to their identity and sovereignty. ” Relationships with other nations and entities are navigated with a profound sense of responsibility and diplomacy. Indigenous nations aim to preserve peace, protect their territories, and uphold the rights and customs that define their way of life. This approach to living and governing underscores the resilience of Indigenous nations in the face of challenges, ensuring their culture, language, and heritage continue to thrive for future generations. It is important to remember that there are also instances of multiple bands or Nations of Indigenous territories that are each unique in their composition yet are still bonded to one another by the connections shared by languages, cultures, and many other factors. The Mohawk Nation embodies the…
CONFEDERACIES
CONFEDERACIES – Alliances formed between multiple Indigenous nations or tribes are foundational elements of Indigenous governance, woven into the fabric of their societal structures for centuries. These alliances, often established for reasons spanning mutual defense against external threats, political cooperation, and economic collaboration, serve not only as mechanisms for survival but as a demonstration of the deeply bonded nature of many Indigenous communities. A prime example of such alliances’ significance, and the most well-known, is the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, a model union of the Mohawk, Onondaga, Seneca, Cayuga, Oneida, and later the Tuscarora nations. United under the guiding principles of the Kaienerakowa, or The Great Law of Peace, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy is an ideal example of collective governance and mutual respect. The Great Law of Peace lays the groundwork for a society where peace prevails over conflict, equity over inequality, and collective decision-making through the consensus of the people over the rule of the few. This way of life bolsters the Haudenosaunee’s strength and unity, showcasing Indigenous governance systems’ profound wisdom and forward-thinking. Prioritizing community welfare and the natural world demonstrates a governance model far more effective in fostering unity and well-being than the individualistic approaches found in Western models. Many…
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Wunnumin First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-442-2559
Zhiibaahaasing First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-283-3963
Whitefish River First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-285-4335
Whitesand First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-583-2177
Wikwemikong First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-859-3122
Wolf Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
819-627-3628
Wapekeka First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-537-2315
Wasauksing First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-746-2531
Waswanipi
Website
Phone:
819-753-2587
Wawakapewin First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-737-2662
Webequie First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-353-6531
Weenusk First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-473-2554
The Cree Nation of the Waskaganish
Website
Phone:
819-895-8650
Thessalon First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-842-2323
Timiskaming First Nation
Website
Phone:
819-723-2335
Wabaseemoong Independent Nations
Website
Phone:
807-927-2000
Wabauskang First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-529-3174
Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation
Website
Phone:
807-938-6684
Wahgoshig First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-273-2055
Wahnapitae
Website
Phone:
705-858-0610
Wahta Mohawk
Website
Phone:
705-762-2354
Walpole Island
Website
Phone:
519-627-1481
Sheguiandah First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-368-2781
Sheshegwaning First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-283-3292
Shoal Lake No. 40 First Nation
Phone:
807-733-2315
Six Nations of the Grand River
Website
Phone:
519-445-2201
Slate Falls Nation
Website
Phone:
807-737-5700
Taykwa Tagamou Nation
Website
Phone:
705-272-5766
Temagami First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-237-8943
Seine River First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-599-2224
Serpent River First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-844-2418
Shawanaga First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-366-2526
Sachigo Lake
Website
Phone:
807-595-2577
Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-865-2421
Sandy Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-774-3421
Saugeen First Nation
Website
Phone:
519-797-2781
Poplar Hill First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-772-8838
Premiere Nation de Abenakis de Wolinak
Website
Phone:
819-294-6696
Premiere Nation de Whapmagoostui
Website
Phone:
819-929-3384
Premiere Nation Malecite de Viger
Website
Phone:
418-860-2393
Rainy River First Nations
Website
Phone:
807-482-2479
Red Rock First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-887-2510
Ochiichagwe’babigo’ining First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-548-5876
Odanak
Website
Phone:
450-568-2810
Ojibway Nation of Saugeen
Website
Phone:
807-928-2824
Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-484-2162
Ojibways of the Pic River First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-229-1749
Oneida Nation of the Thames
Website
Phone:
519-652-3244
Ouje-Bougoumou Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
(418) 745-2519
Pays Plat First Nation
Phone:
807-824-2541
Pic Mobert First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-822-2134
Pikangikum First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-773-5578
Nibinamik First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-593-2131
Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-481-2536
Nipissing First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-753-2050
North Caribou Lake
Phone:
807-469-5191
North Spirit Lake
Website
Phone:
807-776-0021
Northwest Angle No. 33 First Nation
Phone:
807-733-2200
Northwest Angle No. 37 First Nation
Phone:
807-226-5353
Obashkaandagaang First Nation
Phone:
807-543-2532
Nation Anishnabe du Lac Simon
Website
Phone:
819-736-4501
Nation Huronne Wendat
Website
Phone:
418-843-3767
Montagnais de Unamen Shipu
Website
Phone:
418-229-2917
Montagnais du Lac St.-Jean
Website
Phone:
418-275-2473
Moose Cree First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-658-4619
Moose Deer Point
Website
Phone:
705-375-5209
Moravian of the Thames- Delaware Nation
Website
Phone:
519-692-3936
Munsee-Delaware Nation
Website
Phone:
519-289-5396
Muskrat Dam Lake
Phone:
807-471-2573
Naicatchewenin
Website
Phone:
807-486-3407
Naotkamegwanning
Website
Phone:
807-226-5411
Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach
Website
Phone:
418-585-2686
Mississauga
Website
Phone:
705-356-1621
Mississauga’s of Scugog Island First Nation
Website
Phone:
905-985-3337
Mississaugas of the Credit
Website
Phone:
905-768-1133
Mitaanjigamiing First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-274-2188
Mohawks of Akwesasne
Website
Phone:
613-575-2250
Mohawks of Kahnawa:ke
Website
Phone:
450-632-7500
Mohawks of Kanesatake
Website
Phone:
450-479-8373
Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte
Website
Phone:
613-396-3424
Montagnais de Natashquan
Website
Phone:
418-726-3529
Montagnais de Pakua Shipi
Website
Phone:
418-947-2253
Magnetawan
Website
Phone:
705-383-2477
Marten Falls First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-349-2509
Matachewan First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-565-2230
Mattagami First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-894-2072
McDowell Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-735-1381
Michipicoten
Website
Phone:
705-856-1993
Micmacs of Gesgapegiag
Website
Phone:
418-759-3441
Mishkeegogamang
Website
Phone:
807-928-2414
Missanabie Cree
Website
Phone:
705-254-2702
M’Chigeeng First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-377-5362
Les Innus de Ekuanitshit
Website
Phone:
418-949-2234
Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government
Website
Phone:
418-788-2136
Long Lake No.58 First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-876-2292
Long Point First Nation
Website
Phone:
819-722-2441
La Nation Innu Matimekush-Lac John
Website
Phone:
418-585-2601
La Nation Micmac de Gespeg
Website
Phone:
418-368-7449
Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation
Website
Phone:
807-622-9835
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