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Curve Lake | Ontario

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Region:

Kawarthas

Known For:

Curve Lake First Nation | Buckhorn Lake | Indigenous culture | Lakeside setting | Community events | Powwows | Local crafts

Best For:

Cultural Experiences | Lake Days | Community Events | Learning Journeys

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Home Town of First Woman Chief in Canada

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Elsie Marie Knott was the first woman in Canada to be elected as Chief of a First Nation. Knott became Chief of the Curve Lake First Nation in 1954, three years after the Indian Act was amended to give First Nations women the right to vote and hold positions in band governments. She was known […]

Mshkiigag Wetlands

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Just a sacred place of peace and serenity. A great place to hike/walk/explore. Photo: Google Maps, Ice Bear

Curve Lake Cultural Centre

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The Cultural Centre is a place to immerse yourself in the history and culture of our people, the Michi Saagiig Anishnaabeg. We welcome visitors looking to learn about a unique way of life. Photos: Google Street View, http://www.curvelakeculturalcentre.ca/

Whetung Ojibwa Centre

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The Whetung family draws upon their own personal heritage in operating the Centre. Today’s enterprise, which also includes a workshop, Christmas shop, storehouse, gas bar, and picnic area, has evolved from a fishing lodge opened by Clifford Whetung’s grandfather in the early 1900s. Whetung Ojibwa Centre offers a spectacular collection of Native crafts as well […]

Osh Ga Moog Variety & Gifts

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Osh Ga Moog Variety & Gifts carries local, handmade items from Indigenous and Non-Indigenous artists & makers. You can find dream catchers, paintings, carvings, herbal medicine, quill jewelry, moccasins, loom bracelets and much more. Photos: Google Street View, https://www.facebook.com/oshgamoog

Indigenously Infused

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Plants are traditionally grown, harvested and treated with respect and methods which have been used since time immemorial. We then infuse the plants into our candles, mists and melts. For anyone to enjoy at any time. Photo: https://www.facebook.com/IndigenouslyInfused

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