Language Glossary

Ndakendaaswin Gamig

“a place/lodge to gather knowledge; a place/lodge to learn knowledge”

Mamo annoketach

“Working together”

Mamoweeticha

“Helping each other”

Auzs-si-gah-wit-taad-aah

“Standing together to protect our lands (Similar to stewardship)”

Miigwech

“Thank you”

Ghiizis 

“Sun”

Kenogego naabadosin

“Everything is connected”

Zibi

“Water”

Wewini Anokiiwin 

“Work properly, in a good way”

Bi-zin-doi-zhen

“Listen intently”

Mishike 

“Turtle”

Zaaktoo da gida kimminaan 

“Let’s love our land”