Lecture

Sophia Hilton Foundation of Canada and Ganaraska Conservation present Mino Bimaadiziwin - Part 5 - Giiwedinong (North)

Date:Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time:7 - 8 p.m.
Location:    Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Area (2216 County Road 28, Port Hope)
Cost:Free, but advance registration required

A free five-part series in the Ganaraska Millennium Building exploring Anishinaabe worldview, teachings, and storytelling based on the four directions featuring Dr. Jennifer Meness, Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and Professor of Indigenous Studies at Toronto Metropolitan University. North is the direction of Elderhood, winter, wisdom, and spirit. This session explores our relationship with Elders, knowledge, and the Anishinaabe worldview on transitioning from this life into Spirit. Learn how the Round Dance is both social and ceremonial and the embodiment of our connection to Spirit and Ancestors.

For more information and to register, visit https://grca.on.ca/speaker-series/.

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