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Guardian Program
We envision Communities that understand the Land, the People, and the Future.
OUR ELDERS ENVISIONED
A program that strengthened our Youth's connections to their Land, language and culture through land-based learning.
A land-based learning program builds relationships to our homelands, culture, and original ways of knowing. This program not only focuses on preserving and revitalizing cultural heritage, but it also provides practical skills and knowledge.
Participants receive skill building certifications and job- and education-ready experience within forestry and forest stewardship. By merging the traditional and modern ways of understanding the land, this program offers a unique and valuable experience for those seeking to deepen their connection to the natural world and their cultural roots.
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OUR PATH FORWARD IS CLEAR
We recognize the challenges and opportunities facing our Communities in environmental and resource management. We want to be leaders and changemakers for our Communities. And this starts with our Youth. We want to learn our old ways and share knowledge to create innovative environmental solutions. With guidance from our Elders and Cultural Advisors we developed a set of principles to guide our Guardians.
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We wish to respect Our Elders who see a need for an Indigenous perspective on living and learning on the Land.
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We believe in being accountable for the resources we consume.
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We wish to be well-trained caretakers of the Land in the same ways Our Ancestors have since time immemorial.
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We believe reconnecting to Our Traditional way of living is the key to the health of our communities and protection of our lands.
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We wish to actively monitor and have a presence on Our Traditional Territory.
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Through lands-based learning opportunities.
Skill development & cultural revitalization for 16-19 youth.
OUR NEXT GENERATION OF
Indigenous
leaders are the Youth of today.
We are a diverse group of young Indigenous people from different backgrounds and perspectives. The Guardian Program is dynamic and inclusive and designed for youth who are passionate about their heritage and the environment.
GUARDIAN PROGRAM
You, our Youth, are the next generation of leaders. Working together to collaborate and learn is critical to our ways and rekindling our connectdeness.
Join us on a meaningful and rewarding journey from our past to present and future.
Q&A WITH WAHKOHTOWIN
Hear our story of the Northeast Superior Guardian Program.
With open discussion from the audience.
Community
COMMUNITY EVENTS
To share our
culture and practice our heritage.
Our Guardians welcome everyone to attend our seasonal events to learn, share, and participate in culturally immersive experiences.
JOIN US AND LEARN
Wiigwaasi Jjiimaan Waskwayosih
Birchbark Canoe Build
This cultural experience takes place at our Innovation Centre located at 40 Pine St. in Chapleau, ON throughout the summer months. Visit our social channels for current timing and event information.
VISIT US ONSITE
Wiigwaas
Waskway
Birch Sugar Shack
Get a sweet dose of culture at our fully operational Birch Sugar Shack located 4km in on Martel Road during the early spring months. Visit our social channels for current timing and event information.
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WE ARE WAHKOHTOWIN
Our People
and Lands have stories to tell
We have been stewards of our lands and waters for thousands of years. Today, we find richness and vibrance through innovation for a conservation economy, the revitalization of our culture and practices, and rekindling our relationship with our Land.
Join our conversation, and share in our collaborative approach to ensure sustainability and harmony within our lands, our people, and our livelihoods for future generations.
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