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Meet the Elders-in-Residence
About the Elders-in-Residence
Elders and Knowledge Keepers play a significant role at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR). From visioning the turtle that sits in front of our building, to the sensitive work of honouring children that never returned home from residential schools, our work would not be possible without them. We are grateful for the teachings and wisdom from the Elders-in-Residence that help guide us in our work.
Elder Harry Bone
Giizih-Inini
Elder Dr. Harry Bone is a respected Knowledge Keeper and Anishinaabe leader from Keeseekoowenin First Nation. A former Chief and education…
Elder Dr. Harry Bone is a respected Knowledge Keeper and Anishinaabe leader from Keeseekoowenin First Nation. A former Chief and education leader for Keeseekoowenin Ojibway Nation, Elder Bone has worked tirelessly to preserve and share Indigenous knowledge and traditional laws. He has dedicated many years to reconciliation efforts, championing Indigenous rights and fostering understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
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Elder Florence Paynter
Ozhoshko Binesi Kwe
Elder Florence Paynter is a fourth-degree Mide Anishinabekw to Minweyweywigaan Midewiwin Lodge in Roseau River, Manitoba. She is from Sandy…
Elder Florence Paynter is a fourth-degree Mide Anishinabekw to Minweyweywigaan Midewiwin Lodge in Roseau River, Manitoba. She is from Sandy Bay First Nation and a member of Norway House Cree Nation. She is fluent in Anishinabe and is a strong advocate for language and cultural initiatives, generously sharing the spiritual knowledge and traditions of the Anishinabe people.