First Nations

Talking About Illness

Elder Pete

Elder Pete Thompson is Mohawk, First Nation but has lived in Skidegate, Haida Gwaii for several years, where he has been adopted into the Raven Wolf Clan. He is a traditional healer at the Xaaynangaa Naay Health Centre.

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Elder Pete Thompson talks about rituals and ceremonies that prepare the dying for the spirit world. (01:21)

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