Archive for January, 2008

Jan 31 2008

The Chilcotin War of 1864 (Tsilhqot’in )

In The Fallen Feather, we mention in passing one of Canada’s least known Indian wars. The Chilcotin War of 1864. This conflict had such far-reaching political consequences that I feel the need to write a few words. Near Butte Inlet along the Halmalthaka River lies the sovereign territory of the Chilcotin Nation. The British [...]

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Jan 23 2008

The Eagle and the Condor – Time of the Sixth Sun

The Indigenous peoples of North and South America have long ago foreseen the interconnectedness between all living things. Beings, plants, animals and elements of our planet. When we harm one we consequently harm them all, like a ripple effect. The prophesy of the Eagle and the Condor, has been a significant legend [...]

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Jan 22 2008

Sinixt First Nation-Healing comes with Recognition

The Aboriginal people in Canada and the USA have been fighting for their right to land stewardship and identity since European contact. The war over lands and resources results in devastation and strain on our mother earth. In many cases, First Nation Bands and even entire First Nations have been declared extinct in [...]

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Jan 21 2008

Mystic Bowie and Tribal Funk Festival

Visit Squilax Little Shuswap Indian Band this summer for a unique blend of funk, fusion and psychadelic rock. Mystic Bowie filmed by Fallen Feather Productions at the Tribal Funk Festival. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OC1CeqrN-M

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Jan 19 2008

The Fallen Feather Dance

The Fallen Feather dance is a special ceremony performed by a veteran or Medicine Man at First Nations Powwows. The eagle feather is revered in North American aboriginal culture, and when a feather falls to the ground it is taken as if one of the members had fallen. All dancing must stop.  And the ceremony to pick up [...]

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