wisdom of the First Nations

Stories and Ceremonies with Grandmother Nancy

Embrace Ancestral Wisdom.

Learn the Sacred Stories and Ceremonies of the Anishinaabe and Lakota Nations.

Join Grandmother Nancy in an intimate 13-month journey through the ancient traditions, stories, and teachings of her Anishinaabe and Lakota heritage. In "Wisdom of the First Nations," Grandmother Nancy shares rarely taught wisdom and dispels modern misconceptions, offering clarity, healing, and guidance for those seeking to deepen their understanding of First Nations culture.

Together, we’ll honor the ancient ways and discover how First Nations wisdom can connect us more deeply to ourselves, our community, and our place within the universe.

What You’ll Learn

  • Module 1: Doctrine of Discovery and The Papal Bull of 1493

    Understanding the historical roots of colonialism and its impact on First Nations people, culture, and land. Discover how this history shapes Indigenous life and the significance of reclaiming First Nations teachings.

  • Module 2: The 4 Sacred Herbs and Daily Smudging Practices

    Explore the importance of the 4 Sacred Herbs—cedar, sage, sweetgrass, and tobacco. Grandmother Nancy shares the spiritual and physical benefits of smudging, offering guidance on making it a daily practice for grounding and clarity.

  • Module 3: The Importance of Ceremonies

    Learn the significance of various ceremonies, each an expression of reverence and connection to nature, ancestors, and the divine. Discover why ceremony is essential to a life lived in balance and harmony.

  • Module 4: Rights of Passage and Vision Quests

    Journey into the rites of passage that mark significant life transitions in Anishinaabe and Lakota culture. Grandmother Nancy will guide you through the meaning and purpose of vision quests, helping you connect with your own soul’s mission on Earth.

  • Module 5: Balancing the Masculine and Feminine Within

    Embrace the balance between masculine and feminine energies as a path to inner harmony, and learn how these energies coexist in Anishinaabe and Lakota teachings.

  • Module 6 - 13:

    Coming soon

Why Join This Journey?

Wisdom of the First Nations is more than a course—it’s a transformational journey, guided by an elder who holds the stories of her ancestors. For those seeking an authentic connection to Indigenous spirituality, this course offers rare access to teachings rooted in respect, tradition, and love.

Monthly Subscription
$35/Month for 13 Months

  • Commit to the year journey with Grandmother Nancy and save a total of $195!

  • Worried about not being able to make all the classes live? Each session will be recorded and shared with subscribers!

Year In Full
$420

  • Pay the year in full and save a total of $230

  • Worried about not being able to make all the classes live? Each session will be recorded and shared with subscribers!

Drop In
$50 each

  • Drop into any module with Grandmother Nancy! Simply sign up for the class and you’ll receive a link for your specific course!

  • All classes are recorded! If you drop into a class you’ll receive access to the recording post the session.

What’s Included

  • Virtual Monthly Modules -

    One module released each month with live sessions and Q&A time with Grandmother Nancy.

  • Exclusive Community Access -

    Connect with other course participants, fostering a supportive environment for learning and spiritual growth.

  • Member or Drop-In Options -

    Commit to your journey with a membership option or attend individual sessions that speak to your unique interests.

Our guide:

  • Grandmother Nancy is of Algonquin and French heritage and has followed the Red Road since childhood. Seeking out elders willing to teach, her first two mentors were Lakota, one an author, one a medicine man. An Ojibwa medicine woman, then a Mi’kmaq grandmother later adopted her. Community elders gave her permission to pour lodges since 1991. She served as a facilitator for a Native Women’s Circle in federal prison for 17 years. 

    A Sundancer and a Sacred Pipe carrier, she is acknowledged as an elder and a grandmother in her communities in Canada, where she was given instruction to bring out and share certain teachings. Grandmother Nancy is a well-known storyteller, sharing legends from many different Nations in schools, health facilities and the pow wow circuit. She was a staff member of the Joined Nations of Connecticut, a youth organization for those of Native heritage. She has given talks in Calgary, Canada, St. Croix USV, and at various centers in New York, Massachusetts and Connecticut.  She also owned and operated an equestrian business until retirement, and now incorporates Horse Medicine in some of her lectures about Native culture.

Monthly Subscription
$35/Month for 13 Months

  • Commit to the year journey with Grandmother Nancy and save a total of $195!

  • Worried about not being able to make all the classes live? Each session will be recorded and shared with subscribers!

Year In Full
$420

  • Pay the year in full and save a total of $230

  • Worried about not being able to make all the classes live? Each session will be recorded and shared with subscribers!

Drop In
$50 each

  • Drop into any module with Grandmother Nancy! Simply sign up for the class and you’ll receive a link for your specific course!

  • All classes are recorded! If you drop into a class you’ll receive access to the recording post the session.

✺ Frequently Asked Questions ✺

  • This course is for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of First Nations wisdom, history, and ceremonies. Whether you’re new to Indigenous teachings or already familiar with some practices, this journey offers a rare, in-depth look at Anishinaabe and Lakota traditions as shared by Grandmother Nancy.

  • No prior knowledge is required! Each module begins with foundational insights, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Grandmother Nancy will guide you through each topic, from historical context to the deeper spiritual meanings behind the ceremonies and practices.

  • The course is organized into monthly virtual modules, each with a specific focus. Every month, you’ll receive access to new teachings, live sessions with Grandmother Nancy, and opportunities for Q&A. You’ll also have access to recorded sessions if you can’t attend live.

    All classes are virtual.

  • With the monthly subscription, you’ll receive access to each monthly module, live interactive sessions with Grandmother Nancy, and our private community of participants. If you choose to pay for the year in full, you’ll save $60.

  • Yes, we offer a drop-in option for individual modules if you’re interested in a specific topic. Each module is available separately, and you can sign up for the ones that most resonate with you.

  • Yes. Grandmother Nancy is a respected elder and knowledge keeper of Anishinaabe and Lakota traditions. She offers this course with a deep commitment to authenticity, cultural respect, and the accurate transmission of her heritage.