Elder Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man), an Anishinabe Nation Elder and Spiritual Advisor for the Indigenous Leadership Initiative, served as Ceremonial Witness at the

Elder Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man), an Anishinabe Nation Elder and Spiritual Advisor for the Indigenous Leadership Initiative, served as Ceremonial Witness at the First Nations’ National Guardians Gathering 2019.

Invited by the Heiltsuk and Squamish Nations, Elder Courchene offered concluding remarks at the gathering, held March 12-13, 2019, in Vancouver.

A full video of the gathering is available at ilinationhood.ca.

November Project hosted "Going Beyond the Land Acknowledgement" with Elder Dr. Dave Courchene. This initiative seeks to implement Land Acknowledgements at all November Project locations, honoring

November Project hosted "Going Beyond the Land Acknowledgement" with Elder Dr. Dave Courchene. This initiative seeks to implement Land Acknowledgements at all November Project locations, honoring Indigenous people and their profound connection to the land, while also exploring deeper meanings beyond the initial practice.

In the accompanying video, Elder Dr. Courchene shares valuable knowledge on how to cultivate a deeper relationship with the land we live and move on. The insightful conversation is followed by a Q&A session.

This discussion originally aired on Monday, March 29th, 2021, at 6 PM CST.

The film "Our Tomorrows, Today: Wahbung 1971" premiered in 2017. It explores the historic 1971 Wahbung document, a pivotal First Nations response to the 1969 White Paper. Wahbung asserted the

The film "Our Tomorrows, Today: Wahbung 1971" premiered in 2017. It explores the historic 1971 Wahbung document, a pivotal First Nations response to the 1969 White Paper. Wahbung asserted the right to self-determination, emerging from Manitoba's First Nations' rejection of the controversial policy. The documentary highlights this influential paper's role as a catalyst for self-determination. Its premiere was attended by original contributors, including the Women of Wahbung and Dave Courchene Jr.

For more information, to purchase the film and accompanying book/guide, or to view the trailer, visit: ourtomorrowsfilm.com, mfnerc.org/product/our-tomorrows-today-wahbung-1971/, and youtube.com/watch?v=TKhrsMqMWTk.

This recording features Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Innini), a respected Anishinaabe Elder and Knowledge Keeper. He shares Indigenous knowledge, promoting hope, peace, and

This recording features Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Innini), a respected Anishinaabe Elder and Knowledge Keeper. He shares Indigenous knowledge, promoting hope, peace, and environmental stewardship. In 2002, he founded the internationally recognized Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness, a vital gathering place for Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

In this video, Elder Courchene discusses forming deeper connections to the land, followed by a Q&A session.

To support Turtle Lodge's important work, please donate via http://www.turtlelodge.org/donate/.

Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. David Courchene) shares Indigenous, land-based teachings for uncertain times, emphasizing healing, connection, and Mino-Pi-Mati-Si-Win – a Good and Peaceful Way of

Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. David Courchene) shares Indigenous, land-based teachings for uncertain times, emphasizing healing, connection, and Mino-Pi-Mati-Si-Win – a Good and Peaceful Way of Life. These ancestral insights remind us that harming nature harms ourselves, urging reconciliation with Mother Earth.

Our fragile existence depends entirely on the land. We are called to remember our Original Instructions, become true stewards, and teach this sacred relationship to future generations. Nature's urgent message is clear: change now, or we will not survive. Donations are welcomed towards The Turtle Lodge.

Elder Dr. David Courchene introduces "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival," a new book by the Knowledge Keepers from the Turtle Lodge.

A transcript of

Elder Dr. David Courchene introduces "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival," a new book by the Knowledge Keepers from the Turtle Lodge.

A transcript of this introduction is available online: http://www.turtlelodge.org/2020/03/an...

You can purchase a copy of "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" here: http://www.turtlelodge.org/wahbanung/

Elder Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man) presented "The Hope for Humanity – Preparing for a New Earth" at a 2018 meeting in Winnipeg. He emphasized that separateness and

Elder Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Inini – Leading Earth Man) presented "The Hope for Humanity – Preparing for a New Earth" at a 2018 meeting in Winnipeg. He emphasized that separateness and materialism contribute to a society plagued by fear, anger, and depression.

Explore a special collection of Elder Courchene's teachings on EarthSayers.tv: EarthSayers.tv Teachings.

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.

The Institute of Traditional Medicine recorded this webinar on September 16, 2020.

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Innini – Leading Earth Man) shared teachings on The Sacred Fire

The Institute of Traditional Medicine recorded this webinar on September 16, 2020.

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene (Nii Gaani Aki Innini – Leading Earth Man) shared teachings on The Sacred Fire and bringing light into the world. He discussed lighting sacred fires on December 21 (Winter Solstice) to celebrate a new sun and call for prayers. A Q&A session followed his talk.

Find Elder Dave Courchene's bio here.

Elder Dr. David Courchene introduces "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival," a new book by the Knowledge Keepers from the Turtle Lodge. A transcript of his

Elder Dr. David Courchene introduces "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival," a new book by the Knowledge Keepers from the Turtle Lodge. A transcript of his introduction is available here.

The summary of "Wahbanung - The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" is now available for purchase here.