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Leah Dorion - Wahkotowin Turtle

In many First Nations creation stories the continent of North America is called "Turtle Island." The giant turtle represents the teachings about the sacred nature of kinship and the profound interrelatedness among all life on earth.  We all depend on Mother Earth's gifts for our well-being.

Leah Dorion - Wahkotowin Turtle

In many First Nations creation stories the continent of North America is called "Turtle Island." The giant turtle represents the teachings about the sacred nature of kinship and the profound interrelatedness among all life on earth.  We all depend on Mother Earth's gifts for our well-being.