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The HEALING section includes information related to healing activities and programs, as well as ideas to inspire healing and spiritual development. Elder William Commanda is recognized internationally for his skill as a birch bark canoe maker.
The image of the canoe is used in this section to symbolize the spiritual journey through life. His canoe travels accross the waters of healing, reaching out to the peoples of the world.
His special canoes profile family artwork, reflecting his message that creativity contributes to healing, spiritual growth and social regeneration.
Sweat Lodge, Pipe Ceremonies and other Healing ceremonies are offered at Grandfather Commanda’s Home During his Annual August Spiritual Gathering (Please check the Annual Spiritual Gathering Section in the Community Page)
A Healing Center At Victoria Island Consistent With The Seven Fires Prophecy (Over the past two years, Elder Commanda has been working steadily, though at an informal level, to develop a vision for a healing centre at Victoria Island, in collaboration with Algonquin communities and other interested parties. Information pertaining to this activity is included here, and will be updated periodically.)
Victoria Island Healing Center Statement
Elder William Commanda's Vision for the Development of A Healing and Peace Building Centre on the traditional Spiritual Meeting Grounds of the Anishnabec People With the Lands to be Held in Trust by Algonquin Elders
Algonquin Elders' Gathering to Develop a Vision for Victoria Island March 27 – 28, 2002 Chateau Logue, Maniwaki, Quebec
FINAL REPORT: Algonquin Elders' Gathering to Develop a Vision for Victoria Island March 27 – 28, 2002 Chateau Logue, Maniwaki, Quebec
Pipe Ceremony Held on Victoria Island
Friday June 21, 2002
A Vision for Victoria Island: Victoria Island Comprehensive March 2003 Report - presented by Willilam Commanda, Algonquin Elder
Developing the Vision for Victoria Island Thursday April 17, 2003 at Elder William Commanda's Lodge
Elder William Commanda's Vision for Victoria Island May 2003
August/September Correspondence Regarding the Vision for the Victoria Island Indigenous Healing and Peace Building Centre, sent to the Following Parties:
The Prime Minister and Several Ministers; The Governor General and His Excellency; National Chief, Assembly of First Nations; Chairman, National
Capital Commission (two)
VICTORIA ISLAND INDIGENOUS CENTRE MAY 2005 UPDATE
"Strengthening the Relationship" Canada-Aboriginal Roundtable May 31,2005
Request for support for the Victoria Island project
Letters of Support for Elder Commanda's Vision for the Indigenous Centre - Compiled June 14, 2005
URGENT URGENT URGENT A CAMPAIGN TO SUPPORT GRANDFATHER WILLIAM COMMANDA'S VISION FOR THE
SACRED SITE AT ASINABKA/VICTORIA ISLAND, OTTAWA, CANADA
Re: Domtar Inc.'s project to Redevelop the Hydroelectric Potential of the Existing Chaudiere Island Site in Ottawa (PDF)
Circle of All Nations Half or Two Day Discussions on a Series of Topics on Individual and Community Healing and Development
Circle of All Nations Exploration of the Stories of Victims of the Criminal Justice System through Videos and Discussion Circles
Circle of All Nations 36 Hour non credit Course on Reclaiming the Indigenous Roots of Restorative Justice Practices (pertinent for communities and groups engaged in community based justice work)
ASINABKA - THE SACRED CHAUDIERE SITE
Proposal for a Special National Historic Centre at Chaudiere Falls, Ottawa, Canada (Dr. William Commanda www.circleofallnations.ca 16/01/07) (Send your Message of support to pm@pm.gc.ca and copy info@circleofallnations.ca! Megwetch!)(PDF)
AN INVITATION TO A SPECIAL PUBLIC PRESENTION ON THE VISION FOR ASINABKA – THE SACRED CHAUDIÈRE SITE - WITHIN THE HEART OF THE CAPITAL CITY
PDF)
Bilingual Note on the Proposal for a Special National Historic Centre at Asinabka/Chaudière Falls, Ottawa, Canada(PDF)
A Message from Elder (Dr) William Commanda regarding Asinabka – the Sacred Chaudière Site - March 21, 2007
(PDF)
Early 2007 Official Responses to Grandfather's Proposal for Asinabka
(PDF)
A Sampling of Letters in Support of Elder William Commanda’s
Vision for Asinabka: The Sacred Chaudière Site, Ottawa, Canada - March 21, 2007(PDF)
 
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