The land on which we work is built on the traditional territory of Tkaronto, where there are Trees Standing in the Water. A gathering place for the Anishinaabe, Hauenosaunee, Wendat, the Mississauga’s of the Credit First Nation, and any other nations that travelled through this territory, both recorded and unrecorded.
Tkaronto is part of Treaty 13 and the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Treaty. The dish being Southern Ontario, which we all share and eat out of. This means taking care of the land and all creatures that dwell within it. Please note that this Treaty has not been upheld.
The Seven Grandfather Teachings
The Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Ojibwe culture have been traditionally passed down from generation to generation orally through stories & ceremonies. These guiding principles have been adopted by many Indigenous communities, in one form or another, as a moral stepping stone & cultural foundation.
They are: Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth.
In order to make this land acknowledgement actionable, a donation is made to an Indigenous organization for every public performance.
Below are some resources to educate and inform yourself further & get involved.
Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
A charitable organization offering a wide range of programs and services based on Indigenous cultural traditions and teachings.
ncct.on.ca
Native Women’s Resource Centre of Toronto
Provides a safe and welcoming environment for all Aboriginal women and their children in the Greater Toronto Area.
www.nwrct.ca
2-Spirits
Providing prevention education and support for 2-Spirit, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit people living with or at risk for HIV and related co-infections.
www.2spirits.com
Aamjiwnaang Solidarity Against Chemical Valley
A resource dedicated to and created by Aamjiwnaang First Nation community members sharing their experiences with the toxic living conditions in Chemical Valley in the fight against environmental racism.
www.aamjiwnaangsolidarity.org
Talk 4 Healing
A free, confidential helpline by Indigenous women for Indigenous women. Available in 14 Indigenous languages, English and French.
1-855-554-HEAL (4325) or www.talk4healing.com.
Whose Land
An app that uses GIS technology to assist users in identifying Indigenous Nations, territories, and Indigenous communities across Canada.
www.whose.land
Tkaronto is part of Treaty 13 and the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Treaty. The dish being Southern Ontario, which we all share and eat out of. This means taking care of the land and all creatures that dwell within it. Please note that this Treaty has not been upheld.
The Seven Grandfather Teachings
The Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Ojibwe culture have been traditionally passed down from generation to generation orally through stories & ceremonies. These guiding principles have been adopted by many Indigenous communities, in one form or another, as a moral stepping stone & cultural foundation.
They are: Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth.
In order to make this land acknowledgement actionable, a donation is made to an Indigenous organization for every public performance.
Below are some resources to educate and inform yourself further & get involved.
Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
A charitable organization offering a wide range of programs and services based on Indigenous cultural traditions and teachings.
ncct.on.ca
Native Women’s Resource Centre of Toronto
Provides a safe and welcoming environment for all Aboriginal women and their children in the Greater Toronto Area.
www.nwrct.ca
2-Spirits
Providing prevention education and support for 2-Spirit, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit people living with or at risk for HIV and related co-infections.
www.2spirits.com
Aamjiwnaang Solidarity Against Chemical Valley
A resource dedicated to and created by Aamjiwnaang First Nation community members sharing their experiences with the toxic living conditions in Chemical Valley in the fight against environmental racism.
www.aamjiwnaangsolidarity.org
Talk 4 Healing
A free, confidential helpline by Indigenous women for Indigenous women. Available in 14 Indigenous languages, English and French.
1-855-554-HEAL (4325) or www.talk4healing.com.
Whose Land
An app that uses GIS technology to assist users in identifying Indigenous Nations, territories, and Indigenous communities across Canada.
www.whose.land