Wahkohtowin - Cree Natural Law

Summary: 
Wahkohtowin gives insight into the differences between Canadian law and Cree Natural Law and why Natural Law is needed in contemporary society.
Description: 

Discussions by four Cree Elders; George Brertton, Fred Campiou, Isaac Chamakese and William Dreaver, give insight into the differences between Canadian law and Cree Natural Law and why Natural Law is needed in contemporary society. Wahkohtowin means "everything is related." It is one of the basic principles of Cree Natural Law passed through language, song, prayer, and storytelling. The Elders explain that by following the teachings of Wahkohtowin individuals, communities and societies are healthier.

People: 
Brertton, George; Campiou, Fred; Chamakese, Isaac; Dreaver, William
Location: 
Protocol: 
Native Counselling Services of Alberta Public
Community: 
Native Counselling Services of Alberta
Category: 
Indigenous Governance and Economies, Skills and Teachings
Media Type(s): 
Video
Keywords: 
Natural Law, Wahkohtowin, Restorative Justice, Cree Traditions
Creator(s): 
BearPaw Media Productions
Language(s): 
Cree; English
Licensing Options: 
Creative Commons License

Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)