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Wahkohtowin: A Cree Way of Living

Wahkohtowin: A Cree Way of Living
Wahkohtowin helped four Cree bands in Alberta come together for a common school system. Photo from Maskwacîs Education Schools Commission.

Wahkohtowin — whether called a natural law, tradition or learning — is a fundamental concept in the Cree way of viewing the world. It stresses kinship, not just with family but also with community, the land around us and all living creatures. And it calls for consideration of our responsibilities to the world, and future generations, in every decision we make.

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