ASINABKA
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GENERAL INFO
The Asinabka project is a vision initiated by William Commanda, founder of the Circle of All Nations, to protect and revitalize the sacred area around Chaudière Falls. For thousands of years, this site has been an important spiritual gathering place for Indigenous peoples. The project proposes transforming the area into a national Indigenous and peace-building centre that includes a cultural and educational space, a historic interpretation centre, public parkland, and facilities for dialogue and conferences. The vision emphasizes respect for the Earth, reconciliation, cultural understanding, and environmental stewardship while honoring the deep historical and spiritual significance of the land.
ACTIVITES
This page highlights activities related to Asinabka, including gatherings, discussions, and community initiatives inspired by the vision of Algonquin Elder William Commanda, promoting peace, reconciliation, and respect for Mother Earth.
PHOTO GALLERY
This gallery highlights moments from Asinabka activities, featuring gatherings, ceremonies, and community events inspired by the vision of Algonquin Elder William Commanda for the sacred Asinabka site and its role in promoting peace, reconciliation, and respect for Mother Earth.
2014 Douglas Cardinal's plans for Asinabka
WILLIAM COMMANDA'S VISION FOR ASINABKA
SACRED CHAUDIERE SITE ASINABKA
Dr. William Commanda, OC, Algonquin Elder, Wampum Belt Carrier 1913-2011
2003 Circle VisionSacred Asinabka - Chaudiere/Victoria Island Site
William Commanda's Remarks Upon Receipt ofThe Key to The City of Ottawa -June 21, 2006
DOCUMENTS
This page presents documents related to Asinabka, sharing materials, reports, and resources that support the vision for the sacred site and its role in promoting Indigenous knowledge, peace, and environmental stewardship.
NOTE: All materials on the Circle of All Nations and Asinabka websites, with the exception of those documents credited to specific individuals, have, since 1997, been authored by Romola V. Thumbadoo, PhD, Coordinator of the Circle of All Nations, under the names of Thumbadoo and Trebilcock, in collaboration with William Commanda, Hon. Phd (University of Ottawa and l’Université de Québec en l’Outaouais), Officer of the Order of Canada, till August 3, 2011, and alone since this date. Please acknowledge the use of any material in writing.
When you use any ideas or materials from this website or other linked sites, please reference the URL of the Article and the Date of Access to ensure proper Intellectual Ownership regulations are respected and that all Circle of All Nations, Asinabka, William Commanda Legacy and Romola V. Thumbadoo materials are acknowledged consistent with copyright regulations. This will also help us ensure that William Commanda’s Legacy is acknowledged into posterity. Thank you very much.
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Contact Romola V. Thumbadoo at circleofallnations@sympatico.ca as required.