“In the Silence, I listen, I observe, I learn, I understand in order to teach the Sacred Wisdom of the Northern Door”

– Northern Door Teaching –

Boreal Wasteskun

Wasteskun (Cree word for Northern Lights)

Boreal Wasteskun is dedicated to support, promote and share holistic wellness, miyupimaatisiiun, the Cree concept of wellbeing. Traditional sacred ways of living are expressed culturally through ceremonies, rituals, use of plants & medicines, music, arts and physical activities.

The Boreal Wasteskun’s activities supports healing and traditional gatherings, the promotion of artists, and the production of books on traditional knowledge. The blessings of “Miyupimaatissiun” are experienced through these activities.

We welcome people to Boreal Wasteskun land in Labelle, Quebec, where most of the outdoor activities are held. Boreal Wasteskun is a place to regain, revive and restore cultural values, beliefs, ceremonies, traditional teachings, and create a spirit of community with respect to environmental values and sustainability.

Boreal Wasteskun Activities

Rites of Passages

Naming ceremony, walking out ceremony, snowshoe walk ceremony, etc.

Rainbow Circle

Ceremonies, healing sessions, spiritual music, singing books, etc.

Wasteskun Designz

Wasteskun Designz

Creation & visioning of outfits, ribbon shirts, skirts, bags, tipis, etc. (coming soon!)