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The Significance of an Eagle Feather. Part 2

The Significance of an Eagle Feather. Part 1

Meet Mohawk, Mary Two-Axe Earley, an Indigenous women's rights activist against the gender discrimination that lost indigenous women status under the Indian Act. Her work eventually lead to the passing of Bill C-31 in 1985. #nationalindigenoushistorymonth #mohawk #indigenous #history #june

June 10, 1884 - Louis Riel leaves his teaching post to return to Canada to lead what was to become the North West Rebellion. Louis Riel, Métis leader, founder of Manitoba, central figure in the Red River and North-West resistances (born 22 October 1844 in Saint-Boniface, Red River Settlement; died 16 November 1885 in Regina, SK). Riel led two popular Métis governments, was central in bringing Manitoba into Confederation, and was executed for high treason for his role in the 1...885 resistance to Canadian encroachment on Métis lands. Riel was initially dismissed as a rebel by Canadian historians, although many now sympathize with Riel as a Métis leader who fought to protect his people from the Canadian government. The North-West Rebellion of 1885 was a rebellion by the Métis people under Louis Riel and an associated uprising by First Nations Cree and Assiniboine of the District of Saskatchewan against the government of Canada. Many Métis felt Canada was not protecting their rights, their land and their survival as a distinct people. Riel had been invited, from exile in the United States, to lead the movement of protest. He turned it into a military action with a heavily religious tone. This alienated Catholic clergy, whites, most Indigenous tribes and some Métis. But he had the allegiance of a couple hundred armed Métis, a smaller number of other Indigenous warriors and at least one white man at Batoche in May 1885, confronting 900 Canadian militia plus some armed local residents. About 91 people would die in the fighting that occurred that spring, before the rebellion's collapse. On April 24, 1885, at Fish Creek, Saskatchewan, 200 Métis achieved a remarkable victory over a superior government force numbering 900 soldiers who were sent to quell the rebellion. The reversal, though not decisive enough to alter the outcome of the war, temporarily halted Major General Frederick Middleton's column's advance on Batoche. That was where the Métis would later make their final stand. On May 9, 1885, Middleton attacked Batoche itself. The greatly outnumbered Métis ran out of ammunition after three days of battle and siege. The Métis resorted to firing sharp objects and sma

TASSC Teaching: What is a Medicine Wheel? . . #nationalindigenoushistorymonth #teaching #medicinewheel #indigenous #fourwinds #fourdirections #fourseasons #fourstagesoflife #earth #wind #water #fire #firstnations #lesson #physical #mental #emotional #spiritual #spring #summer #fall #winter #white #yellow #red #black #alignment #balance #circleoflife #lifecycle

June 5th is Inuvialuit Day! Inuvialuit Day takes place every year to commemorate the signing of the Inivialuit Final Agreement on June 5, 1984. The document establishes the Inuvialut Settlement Region in the North West Territories. Inuvialut means "the real people" and it is believed that the population descended from the Thule people who once lived in the Arctic. ... Inuit from Inuvialut (NWT) use unique songs, drumming and dancing to recount legends, stories and traditions

Meet Mohawk, Mary Two-Axe Earley, an Indigenous women's rights activist against the gender discrimination that lost indigenous women status under the Indian Act. Her work eventually lead to the passing of Bill C-31 in 1985. #nationalindigenoushistorymonth #mohawk #indigenous #history #june

The Significance of an Eagle Feather. Part 2

The Significance of an Eagle Feather. Part 1

Meet Mohawk, Mary Two-Axe Earley, an Indigenous womens rights activist against the gender discrimination that lost indigenous women status under the Indian Act. Her work eventually lead to the passing of Bill C-31 in 1985. #nationalindigenoushistorymonth #mohawk #indigenous #history #june

June 10, 1884 - Louis Riel leaves his teaching post to return to Canada to lead what was to become the North West Rebellion. Louis Riel, Mtis leader, founder of Manitoba, central figure in the Red River and North-West resistances (born 22 October 1844 in Saint-Boniface, Red River Settlement; died 16 November 1885 in Regina, SK). Riel led two popular Mtis governments, was central in bringing Manitoba into Confederation, and was executed for high treason for his role in the 1...885 resistance to Canadian encroachment on Mtis lands. Riel was initially dismissed as a rebel by Canadian historians, although many now sympathize with Riel as a Mtis leader who fought to protect his people from the Canadian government. The North-West Rebellion of 1885 was a rebellion by the Mtis people under Louis Riel and an associated uprising by First Nations Cree and Assiniboine of the District of Saskatchewan against the government of Canada. Many Mtis felt Canada was not protecting their rights, their land and their survival as a distinct people. Riel had been invited, from exile in the United States, to lead the movement of protest. He turned it into a military action with a heavily religious tone. This alienated Catholic clergy, whites, most Indigenous tribes and some Mtis. But he had the allegiance of a couple hundred armed Mtis, a smaller number of other Indigenous warriors and at least one white man at Batoche in May 1885, confronting 900 Canadian militia plus some armed local residents. About 91 people would die in the fighting that occurred that spring, before the rebellions collapse. On April 24, 1885, at Fish Creek, Saskatchewan, 200 Mtis achieved a remarkable victory over a superior government force numbering 900 soldiers who were sent to quell the rebellion. The reversal, though not decisive enough to alter the outcome of the war, temporarily halted Major General Frederick Middletons columns advance on Batoche. That was where the Mtis would later make their final stand. On May 9, 1885, Middleton attacked Batoche itself. The greatly outnumbered Mtis ran out of ammunition after three days of battle and siege. The Mtis resorted to firing sharp objects and sma

TASSC Teaching: What is a Medicine Wheel? . . #nationalindigenoushistorymonth #teaching #medicinewheel #indigenous #fourwinds #fourdirections #fourseasons #fourstagesoflife #earth #wind #water #fire #firstnations #lesson #physical #mental #emotional #spiritual #spring #summer #fall #winter #white #yellow #red #black #alignment #balance #circleoflife #lifecycle

June 5th is Inuvialuit Day! Inuvialuit Day takes place every year to commemorate the signing of the Inivialuit Final Agreement on June 5, 1984. The document establishes the Inuvialut Settlement Region in the North West Territories. Inuvialut means "the real people" and it is believed that the population descended from the Thule people who once lived in the Arctic. ... Inuit from Inuvialut (NWT) use unique songs, drumming and dancing to recount legends, stories and traditions

Traditional Tobacco is one of four sacred medicines for Indigenous People. Swipe to see how you can make your own tobacco ties. #nationalindigenoushistorymonth #indigenous #teaching #lesson #sacredmedicines #tobacco #tobaccoties

Indigenous Frontline Workers Gathering happening May 29 at 7pm For more info or to register please contact [email protected]

Put on the kettle and join @torontoinuitassociation for Virtual Tiiturumaviit! After the popularity of the first event, we will be Throatsinging with the Sila Singers again! This event will be open to the Inuit community, on Wednesday May 28 at 6pm EDT on Zoom. Please register on the Eventbrite page, and download the Zoom app! In an effort to keep urban Inuit connected during these times of social isolation, we have been hosting zoom hangouts with Toronto Inuit. They have exp...anded to include Inuit from across the country, so we thought, lets invite everyone! Tiiturumaviit means, would you like some tea? and we are looking forward to virtually sharing tea with our vast Inuit community. Urban Inuit have so much to offer, so we will be highlighting the talents of Inuit across Canada in the coming weeks. Wed like to thank Inuit Edmontonmiut Working Group for partnering with us for this event, and for the support of many other Urban Inuit Organizations. This workshop is for INUIT ONLY. Thank you for your understanding. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/106658684998 OR GO visit there IG page @torontoinuitassociation or facebook page Toronto Inuit Associaion to get access to the eventbrite link to register

Daily Affirmations brought to you by @nwrct

In Response to the COVID 19 pandemic Thunder Woman Healing Lodge has launched a program to assist individuals being discharged from Correctional Institutions and jails. TWHLS is providing transportation, access to COVID testing, food, and shelter relief for Indigenous men and women seeking safety upon discharge. This program has been made possible with the support and partnership of MizweBiik Development Corporation, the Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC), Toronto Native Council Fire Friendship Centre, Native Womens Resource Centre, Elizabeth Fry Toronto, Aboriginal Legal Services and Womens College Hospital.

Oh The Places You Shouldnt Go. A quick read made during and for the COVID-19 times by @briony

The Turtle is an symbol of life in Indigenous culture. Creation story tells us that the Turtle supports our world, and because of this our continent is called, Turtle Island. The Turtle is the maker of identity, culture and has deep respect for the environment. The Turtle protects us, so it is Important we protect them. Repost @nwrct

Caregiver chat time via Zoom is running every Friday 10-1030am until June 26 . . Email [email protected] or text 437-225-8749 to register .... . @malvernaboriginalearlyon @nativechildoftoronto See more

Join @nativecentre tomorrow at 2pm for their 4th creative workshop via facebook live!

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is sending $75 million to organizations that help Indigenous people living in urban areas and off reserves

TASSC Agencies are Providing Virtual Programming . . Take a look at their Facebook pages or websites to view all of the programming options and the dates/times for each.

Today is #PSWDay Thank you to the Personal Support Workers for the work that you do. We salute you today as we mark PSW Day for your care, compassion, commitment and dedication. You are on the frontline, making sure the vulnerable remain in their homes & communities.

National Seal Products Day See what @torontoinuitassociation is doing on May 20th to celebrate this day!

Dont miss out on your chance to win one of 2 $250 gift cards or door prizes! Contact [email protected] to register

May 17 is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia

Wellness Wednesday

Regent Park Town Hall! Thursday May 28, 2020 4-6pm Email [email protected]

Treat your Mask like Underwear 1. Do not touch or adjust (especially in public) 2. Do not borrow, lend or swop 3. Make sure the fit is tight but comfortable... 4. Make sure its clean 5. Wear the right side out 6. If it has holes, discard 7. If it is stained, throw it away 8. If it is damp, change it See more

MLSE LaunchPad is looking for youth to join their Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) If you are an enthusiastic and motivated youth (aged 15-24) who is interested in sports, physical activity, health and well-being and creating spaces for other youth to do the same, apply your strengths and skills to our Youth Advisory Committee. Apply through email [email protected]

For more info go visit the link in @covid19_recoverys bio

Repost @among_the_wildflowerss

Get creative while making your own soul collage during this virtual gathering happening May 15 at 11:30am Register by emailing [email protected] @nwrct

Childrens craft from @nwrct Build your own birdhouse

Units available through @nativecentres youth program transitional house! For more info please contact the youth case managers; Jennifer Upshaw at 416 964 9087 ext.227 or [email protected] Kirk Hodgson 416 964 9087 ext.228 or [email protected]

Thank you @barenakedladiesmusic for your support! Visit their page to view the full IGTV video and for the link in their bio for more info or to donate to any of the agencies that sit around the TASSC table.

18 simple ways to be KIND to Earth

Have a look at what you can do for Trash Free Seas #actonlitter Put waste in its place and remember to dispose of your used gloves, masks and tissues responsibly. To help protect your waste and recycling collectors, Canadians are being encouraged to exercise extra caution when putting out the garbage, particularly around sanitary wipes and used tissues and to delay throwing out larger items as to not overload the system.

Its Ontarios first annual Day of Action on Litter! #putwasteinitsplace #lovewhereyoulive #actonlitter