Anangok AkikangStars of the Land Sewing Workshop & Fashion ShowParticipants will learn; How to Sew & StitchHow to Follow / Create Templates & DesignsHow to Present Finished Pieces & Modelling We will put together a fashion show for your community!
Mishkiki Pimose & KaaKoniwinMedicine Walk & Harvest Medicine Walk in Your Community Plant & Medicine Teachings Harvesting Etiquette & Techniques
Gooniikaa-Ginebig & Bibooni Ataadiiwin The Snow Snake & Winter Games The Story of The Snow Snake GameGameplay Rules & EtiquetteBuild a Snow Snake & Play
Youth Comedy & Female Empowerment Workshop
An Introduction to Star Teachings, Constellations & ClansIn depth teachings about the origins of the Anishinaabeg (original people)Star Constellations and their Traditional HistoryClan Teachings , Roles & ResponsibilitiesFacilitated by: Bwaananaabekwe Mary Moose, Anishninaabe Elder & Knowledge Keeper of the Mermaid Clan
An introduction to Men’s Fancy, Grass & Women’s Shawl DancingTraditional Teachings & EtiquetteRegalia Components & TeachingsMen’s Fancy Dance PerformanceFacilitated by Eric Mentuk, Waywayseecappo First Nation
The Fancy Bustle Making WorkshopFancy Bustle (5 Day Class)Traditional Bustle, Chicken Bustle & Eagle Tail Fans (3 day class)Girls Plumes (1 Day)Facilitated by Eric Mentuk, Waywayseecappo First Nation
Anishinaabeg IzhitwaawinNarration. Language & Teachings (Anishinaabe & Néhiyaw)Beginners & Introduction – 16 WeeksIntermediate Stories & Teachings – 16 weeksAdvanced Stories 7 Teachings 16 weeksFull Year Virtual Indigenous Cultural ImmersionFacilitated by Ogimaa Wab Joseph Sutherland, Traditional Knowledge Keeper
Traditional and ceremonial use of tobaccoThe Colonialism of TobaccoVaping & Addiction AwarenessQuittingFacilitated by Joshua Martin, Executive Director & Former Smoker (20 years)Contact:Info@Mishkiki.Org | www.Mishkiki.Org | (705) 770 0550
Full Circle – The Hip-Hop Workshop The Roots: Participants will learn how the early pioneers of hip-hop used music as a tool to manifest and live a better way of life and achieve personal goals. Individuals will also learn how traditional indigenous culture can relate to hip-hop fundamentally, while utilizing the same principles and foundations. […]
Facilitated by Paul Owl, owner of TreeTeas Brewing Company, RezQ Technologies and the Muskoka Bees and Treas Café. Passion = Productivity + Profit Participants will learn how to create a business idea out of the things they are passionate about in life. Participants will see how hard-work can be both fun and rewarding while building […]
Participants will learn about their individual credit score and how it can effect their future Participants will learn about loans, financing and interest rates, compound interest and debt traps. Savings, Investments and how to achieve your financial goals.
A discussion about the traditional diets of our ancestors and the current health of our people today. An in-depth look at traditional harvesting practices and how the harvesting seasons relate to the original 13 Moon calendar. Comparison of traditional diets and medicine vs. modern diets and medicine.
How to conduct a Sweat Lodge Ceremony and traditional etiquette. Building the sweat lodge in preparation of ceremony. An in-depth explanation of the Sweat Lodge Ceremony and its origins to the many nations of Turtle Island. Facilitated by Jared BigCanoe of Georgina Island First Nation
A history of various First Nation art forms Participants will learn how to draw-out and plan a painted mural Group Mural Painting Facilitated by Manitou Neemen (Quentin Commanda) of Nipissing First Nation
Group construction of an outdoor garden or greenhouse An in-depth description of our sacred medicines and the ways they were gifted to our people How to tend to the garden and plants for an optimal harvest Traditional harvesting protocol & teachings Facilitated by Joshua Martin, Executive Director, Mishkiki
The History of breakdancing & relevance to our culture Conditioning and training lessons Beginners course on breakdancing moves and etiquette A brief history of graffiti Beginners course on urban art techniques Facilitated by Que Rock of Nipissing First Nation
A Haudenosaunee History of Lacrosse with Story-Telling Fundamentals, Rules & Player Etiquette Basic & Advanced Techniques Teamwork, Work Ethic & Game-Play
Be a Protector – A STD / STI Prevention & Awareness Workshop Participants will be taught the danger and definitions of STD’s / STI’s. Participants will be taught methods of sustaining a healthy body, mind and spirit. STD Prevention, Contraceptives and Local Community Services
Why? Participants will brainstorm on root causes for people to take their own lives, and ways individuals can seek help before it’s too late. Purpose! Participants will be taught the importance of being an indigenous person in these sacred times of cultural revival. Reach Out! Participants will be told about numerous outlets for personal depression […]
Obtaining a Place to Live Participants will be taught how to acquire safe and affordable accommodations such as an apartment or room-rental by utilizing community resources. Getting a Job Participants will be taught unique strategies for acquiring and maintaining gainful employment in any sector of the workforce. Participants will also be advised on the community […]
An Incite to the The Spirit of the Prisoner Inherent & Social Status Systematic Challenges & Obstacles Alternative Lifestyle Choices Goal Setting & Achieving
Finding the Cause for Self-medicating How Culture & Spirituality Help Battle Addictions Relapse Prevention & Triggers in Society Fentanyl Awarness & Overdose Education Community Supports
The Rocky Boy Story – An Introduction to the Grass Dance • A history of the origin of the Grass Dance and the first Grass Dancer • The role and responsibilities of a Grass Dancer • An in-depth Regalia description and explanation of components • Beginners course on Grass Dance moves and etiquette Facilitated […]
The Medicine Wheel, Four Directions & Protectors; Participants will be taught the history and meaning behind the Medicine Wheel and how it relates to them. Participants will also be taught the medicines and protection animal that relates to each direction. The 7 Grandfather Teachings, The Great Law & Tree of Peace; Participants will learn the […]
How Thoughts, Words & Actions Effect Your Body and Others Internet Bullying, Physical Harassment & Teen Suicide The 5 Genders of the Indigenous Tribes (Male, Female, Two-Spirit Male, Two-Spirit Female & Transformation) and their Traditional Roles A History of Pre-Contact Social Structure & the Effect of Colonialism
Participants will have hands-on interaction with juicers, fruit & vegetables in a fun-filled exercise making their own juice! They will also be taught the key factors of our traditional diet (wild rice, berries, white fish, dried meats etc.) and how they can potentially avoid illness & disease through healthy living. Focusing On: Juicing & Benefits […]
Participants will learn about the roles of clans and clan resposibilities Traditional self and tribal governance Participants will learn about leadership qualities and the development of interpersonal skills
We now offer Elder Care with any of our workshops to boost youth engagement and bring our elders and youth together. Our Elder Care program is facilitated by Lily Luu, a Master in Practice Diploma of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences. Classic Osteopathy is a drug-free, non-invasive manual therapy that aims to improve health across all body […]
