Indigenous Medicine Stories: Anishinaabe mshkiki nwii-dbaaddaan14 Touko 2025

Finding the Way Forward w/ Fred Kelly

This episode features Fred Kelly, a respected Anishinaabe Elder from the Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation in northwestern Ontario. A survivor of the Indian Residential School system, Kelly has dedicated his life to healing, advocacy, and advancing the rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. He was a key figure in the negotiation and implementation of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, and has worked extensively as a spiritual advisor, mediator, and educator. With decades of experience in leadership, both at the grassroots and national levels, Fred Kelly continues to be a vital voice in truth and reconciliation efforts. His commitment to traditional knowledge, Indigenous sovereignty, and intergenerational healing has inspired communities across Turtle Island.

Disclaimer:
This episode contains content that may be distressing to some listeners. It includes discussions of sexual abuse, assault, and the traumatic experiences of survivors of residential schools. We recognize the deep pain these stories carry and encourage you to prioritize your well-being while listening. If you or someone you know is impacted by this content, we urge you to seek support.

These stories are shared with permission and in the spirit of truth-telling, healing, and honoring the voices of survivors.

Support Resources (Canada)

National Residential School Crisis Line
Available 24/7 for survivors and their families
📞 1-866-925-4419
Hope for Wellness Help Line
Mental health counseling and crisis intervention for all Indigenous peoples across Canada
📞 1-855-242-3310
💬 Chat online
Talk4Healing
Confidential support for Indigenous women, available in multiple languages
📞 1-855-554-HEAL (4325)
🌐 https://www.talk4healing.com
Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS)
Services for survivors, including counseling and health support
🌐 https://www.irsss.ca
Kids Help Phone
For youth in need of immediate support, available 24/7
📞 1-800-668-6868
💬 https://kidshelpphone.ca
Sexual Assault Support Services (by region)
Search for local support centers across Canada
🌐 https://endingviolencecanada.org/sexual-assault-centres

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