Indigenous Land-Based Teachings

In this episode, Monique Blough hands over the reins to Daisy Giroux, Woodland Cree from Driftpile First Nation and Strategy Lead for United Way's Akaks'timan Indigenous Strategy. Daisy leads a profound discussion on land-based teachings, exploring their meaning, impact, and value with two distinguished guests. Chantel Large, the Cultural Services Manager at Miskanawah and a Sessional Instructor at the University of Calgary, shares her experiences and highlights examples of land-based teachings in practice. Kirby Redwood, CEO at Miskanawah, discusses the importance of creating ethical spaces where Indigenous and Western worldviews coexist and foster community wellness. Together, they delve into the transformative potential of land-based strategies for Indigenous communities and beyond. Join us for an enriching exploration of Indigenous teachings and their relevance in today's world.      

 

In the spirit of our journey to promote reconciliation, we would like to honour the truth of our shared history and acknowledge Treaty 7 territory and the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, that includes the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani First Nations. We acknowledge the traditional lands of the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda, including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First Nations. We would also like to recognize the Métis people, and the Inuit people who have made their home here in Mohk’insstsis, also known as Calgary.