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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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Woodland Cree First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-629-3803
Tataskweyak Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-342-2045
Sturgeon Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
306-764-1872
Star Blanket Cree Nation
Phone:
306-334-2206
Shoal Lake Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
306-768-3551
Sapotaweyak Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-587-2012
Samson First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-421-4926
Saddle Lake Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
780-726-3829
Red Pheasant First Nation
Phone:
306-937-7717
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
306-632-2125
Peepeekisis Cree Nation No. 81
Phone:
306-334-2573
Opaskwayak Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-627-7100
Onion Lake Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
780-847-2200
One Arrow First Nation
Website
Phone:
306-423-5900
Norway House Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-359-6786
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-484-2332
O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation
Phone:
204-374-2271
Mosakahiken Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-678-2113
Montreal Lake First Nation
Phone:
306-663-5349
Misipawistik Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-639-2219
Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
306-837-2188
Mikisew Cree First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-697-3740
Marcel Colomb First Nation
Phone:
204-356-2439
Manto Sipi Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-366-2011
Louis Bull First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-585-3978
Loon River Cree First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-649-3883
Little Red River Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
780-759-3912
Kehewin Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
780-826-333
Horse Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-356-2248
Heart Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-623-2130
Frog Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-943-3737
God’s Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
204-335-2130
Fox Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
204-486-2463
Fort McMurray #468 First Nation
Phone:
780-334-2293
Fisher and River
Website
Phone:
204-645-2171
Ermineskin Tribe
Website
Phone:
780-585-3741
Enoch Cree Nation #440
Website
Phone:
780-470-4505
Ebb and Flow
Website
Phone:
204-448-2134
Duncan’s First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-597-3777
Driftpile First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-355-3868
Cumberland House Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
306-888-2226
Cross Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
204-676-2218
Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
Website
Phone:
780-559-2259
Chemawawin Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-329-2161
Canoe Lake Cree First Nation
Phone:
306-829-2150
Bunibonibee Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
204-538-2156
Bigstone Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
780-891-3836
Big Island Lake Cree Nation
Phone:
306-839-2277
Beaver Lake Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
780-623-4549
Weenusk First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-473-2554
Waswanipi
Website
Phone:
819-753-2587
The Cree Nation of the Waskaganish
Website
Phone:
819-895-8650
Taykwa Tagamou Nation
Website
Phone:
705-272-5766
Ouje-Bougoumou Cree Nation
Website
Phone:
(418) 745-2519
Moose Cree First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-658-4619
Missanabie Cree
Website
Phone:
705-254-2702
Eastmain
Website
Phone:
819-977-0211
Cree Nation of Wemindji
Website
Phone:
819-978-0264
Cree Nation of Nemaska
Website
Phone:
819-673-2512
Cree Nation of Mistissini
Website
Phone:
418-923-3461
Cree Nation of Chisasibi
Website
Phone:
819-855-2878
Constance Lake First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-463-4511
Chapleau Cree First Nation
Website
Phone:
705-864-0784
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