by TRC Bobcaygeon | Jan 7, 2019 | For Your Information
Land Acknowledgement can be a hollow act, a superficial token or a meaningful reminder if done from a genuine place of caring. Many articles focus on the content of the Acknowledgement. The intent behind the words and the heartfelt connect to what is being said is the...
by TRC Bobcaygeon | Jan 7, 2019 | For Your Information
Traditionally, families had to scatter far and wide to be able to find enough game to feed themselves throughout the long and harsh Canadian winter. The Pow Wow took place each year when families and friends were reunited to dance, drum, feast and give thanks to the...
by TRC Bobcaygeon | May 6, 2017 | For Your Information, FYI
This painting by Norval Morrisseau is from the private collection of Linda Lundstrom. Purchased by Olive Lundström, in 1966 or 1967. Norval would visit her Cochenour Fabric Centre with his paintings rolled up under his arm. As a child, Linda remembers him vividly....
by TRC Bobcaygeon | May 6, 2017 | For Your Information, FYI
Petroglyphs Provincial Park is a historical-class provincial park situated in Woodview, Ontario, Canada, northeast of Peterborough. It has the largest collection of ancient First Nations petroglyphs (rock carvings) in...
by TRC Bobcaygeon | May 5, 2017 | For Your Information, FYI
Excerpt from 7generations.org The Seven Grandfather Teachings are a set of traditional teachings that have been passed down from generation to generation. The seven teachings have been given to the Anishinaabe people to guide them in living a good life, living without...
by TRC Bobcaygeon | May 5, 2017 | For Your Information, FYI
Malinda Gray, PhD Candidate and dedicated beader shares her Masters thesis on the importance of Beadwork. The following selected excerpts give just a taste of the role beads play. Images are posted with permission from Beautiful Star Beads, featuring Malinda’s...
