Learn more about Anishinabe culture & traditions, including Treaties, with Perry McLeod-Shabogesic of the Crane Clan from N’biising First Nation. Truth before Reconciliation.

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Perry McLeod-Shabogesic of the “Crane Clan” is an Ojibway Anishinaabe from N’biising (Nipissing) First Nation (NFN). The Ojibway people are a tribe within the larger Anishinaabek Nation whose territory spans largely around the central Great Lakes of North America. NFN is located on the north shores of Lake Nipissing in Northern Ontario, Canada. He has been an artist, cartoonist, writer, traditional helper, medicine harvester and cultural resource person in and around his community for many years.  Perry’s spirit name is “Aandzooked”, which means “Teller of sacred stories” in Ojibway. Shabogesic uses art as a way to teach about local culture, history and self-expression, and has worked for his people in the areas of health, social services, education and culture. About 20 years ago, Perry also developed a comic strip called “Baloney & Bannock” that has slowly become a cult favorite amongst many of the Anishinaabek communities. Perry’s other artwork includes logos and fine art using acrylic and mixed media. He has developed his artistic style from the traditional woodland images and rock paintings. He has often been asked to speak on many aboriginal issues by aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organizations across Ontario, Canada and the United States.

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