Elders can help with connecting you to culture and ceremony, but in most cases they are not counsellors. They are integral community members that can guide you in your cultural learning and connect you to the larger community.
Elder in Residence FAQs
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General Questions
Protocol is a traditional set of rules or etiquette that demonstrates respect for the Elder. When seeking knowledge from an Elder, learners present the Elder with an offering of tobacco or another gift and make their request.
Kokum Lorette will accept protocol such as tobacco, however, if someone cannot provide it, they will not be turned away.
Tobacco, one cigarette is good, a meter of Print (solid colour broadcloth) or other culturally specific items that you were taught.