Our People > Our Elders

"A long time ago,
people worked together…
Elders guided the ways of the people…
life was good."

Our Elders: The Council is made up of local Elders who advise the Board of Directors to ensure the goals of the Aseniwuche Winewak Nation are being worked towards in a culturally sensitive manner. The Elders mediate, negotiate and resolve disputes. They may also ask the Board of Directors to act on matters that are important to the People. The Elders consider and discuss issues facing the Aseniwuche Winewak Nation. They both give and receive advice on the direction the Aseniwuche Winewak Nation should take on policy, programs, procedures and services.

Quotes from Our Elders
"A long time ago, people worked together...Elders guided the ways of the people...life was good."
"We need to think of our children and grandchildren coming up, and need to do this so that they will have something."
"We used to cut trails, clear brush. We took care of they land, and that was good."
"The land used to be so rich; hunting was good. Coal, gas, and trees have been taken. It's as if they could not see us."

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