ERFN Returning Home Project

09/25/2026

We at Returning Home Society are excited to announce that our website is now LIVE. ❗✨

Our goal for this website is to EDUCATE, HEAL, and promote RECONCILIATION.

This is a space for you to learn more about the history of Treaty 10, access healing resources, and be connected with upcoming events and retreats that we are offering. You can now register for retreats from your phone or laptop! Through our website you can learn more about the mission and vision and also learn more about our team and our commitments to the communities we serve. ✨

We would like to thank you all for your continued support and making the space for this to be possible! 💞

09/23/2026

Wâhkotowin means that everything is related. 🌿

The understanding of the interconnection of everything around us helps us to have a deeper understanding of the many layers and influences that play a role in our health and wellness.

Western knowledge views health as the absence of disease, traditional knowledge teaches us that wellness is multilayered and requires the balance of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual self. Wellness is also not an individual journey to achieve ‘self-actualization’
Wellness is the health of your community, your family and your relations.

The film below was created by Bear Paw Media and discusses the importance of natural law in your journey.

Discussions by four Cree elders; George Brertton, Fred Campiou, Isa...

09/19/2026

🍂 Mindful movement is the practice of moving with gentle awareness, paying attention to the body, breath, and surroundings. It can be done through walking, stretching, dancing, yoga, or any slow, intentional movement that helps you reconnect with yourself. This is great to practice if you are experiencing stress, anxiety or need to feel a sense of grounding 🍂

How to begin:

1. Pause first: Take one or two slow breaths before you start moving.
2. Notice your body: Pay attention to how your feet, legs, shoulders, and hands feel.
3. Move slowly: Choose a pace that lets you stay aware of each movement.
4. Breathe intentionally: Let your breath guide the rhythm of your movement.
5. Release self-judgement: There is no right or wrong way to move mindfully; simply notice what is present.

Simple practice: Walking 👣

Find a quiet path or open space. Walk slowly for three to five minutes, feeling each step connect with the ground. Notice the air, sounds, temperature, and how your body shifts as you move. If your mind wanders, gently bring your attention back to your feet and breath.

Reflection Questions:

🌿 What sensations did I notice in my body?
🌿 Did my breathing change as I moved?
🌿 What helped me feel more present?

09/18/2026

Wellness is understood in four different parts; the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Understanding each central role and the impacts each part has on our wellness journey can help us better understand how to find balance and harmony in our lives. The Indigenous Wellness Framework created by The Thunderbird Foundation is a great resource if you are looking to learn more!

Supporting wellness through culture, relationship, knowledge sharing and evidence.

09/18/2026

Neeched Up Games was created by Janelle Pewapsconias to empower youth and educate non-Indigenous people about the experience of the Indigenous population in Canada.

Janelle Pewapsconias discusses the impacts of stereotypes and biases in this Ted Talk called ‘Walk a Mile in our Moccassins’.

Janelle shares her story about the stereotypes and biases she faced from both the Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in her life and the impacts it had on her as an Indigenous person in Canada.
Stereotypes and biases effect every Indigenous person. Through sharing stories, engaging in games and humor – we are able to connect, decompress, and become educated on the harmful effects of stereotypes, biases and lateral violence!

In this heartfelt talk, Janelle shares her story of the struggles f...

09/17/2026

🌱 Are you needing a space to focus on your wellness, personal growth and connection? 🌱

We are hosting another Adult Wellness Retreat from October 13-16!


📍Where?: Sandy Beach Resort

This is a safe space to expand your traditional knowledge, engage in team building activities, access one-on-one support with elders and have time to decompress and practice self-care!

For registration please contact:

Wehkees Durocher - 1 (306) 288-7473

09/11/2026

Bear Paw Media shared a short film about Indigenous Identity. This film talks about how being Indigenous and being recognized as Indigenous is still influenced by the Canadian government. It also touches on what makes an Indigenous person.

Many Indigenous people do not speak their language or know the traditional teachings and that is a direct cause of the Indian Act, The Residential School System, and The Sixties Scoop.
Since these policies and practices tried to extinguish the Indigenous culture and ways of living there has become a checklist for indigeneity.

Do you speak your language?
Do you know the teachings?
Do you know how to practice ceremony?

Many families stopped speaking their language and practicing traditional ways of living and knowing as a response to the policies and practices put in place by the government. These checklists don’t fit many rightful Indigenous people who have been victims of colonization and loss of culture.

You are not less Indigenous, and you have the right to learn your language, teachings and ceremony at any age without discrimination or feeling misplaced.

Understanding Aboriginal Identity explores the complex issue of sel...

09/10/2026

Kindness is su***de prevention. Connection is su***de prevention. Listening is su***de Prevention.
Today is World Su***de Prevention Day and we want to remind you how simple things like kindness, connection, and listening without judgement can save a life.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of su***de, we encourage you to reach out.

Su***de Crisis Helpline: 9-8-8 (Call or text 24/7)
Hope for Wellness: 1-855-242-3310 (Call 24/7, or online chat options available)
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 (24/7)
Canoe Lake Crisis Line: 1-639-462-7877 (24/7)
La Plonge Mental Health and Wellness: 1-306-288-3114 or 1-306-304-1698 (24/7)
Patuanak Mental Health and Wellness 1-306-240-7787 (24/7)

LIFE IS BETTER WITH YOU IN IT!

09/01/2026

What is Cellular Aging? 💭

Cellular aging is the gradual loss of your cells ability to divide, repair and function normally over time

How does this impact aging?

Loss of strength, muscles and bones weaken and lose their ability to repair tissue, your energy drops and can lead to chronic fatigue and can cause slower healing time.
You may also notice cognitive declines which can appear in memory struggles, difficulty focusing and your eyesight and hearing begin to worsen

Cellular damage is also directly linked to higher rates of type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s, cancer and cardiovascular disease

Now, how can we slow our cellular aging?

• Regular cardiovascular exercises like running, walking, swimming, or practicing any form of movement that increases our heart rate.
• Eating foods that are high in antioxidants like berries, nuts and seeds, dark leafy greens, dark chocolate, colorful vegetables and beans and legumes
• Managing chronic stress through breath work and meditation to lower cortisol levels

Transitioning into old age can be difficult or scary for some, and we want to make sure you all have the tools and information to lead healthy and fulfilled lives in every phase of life

08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, in support of this day we would like to share information on signs of an overdose and steps to follow during an active overdose

For opioids and other nervous system depressants

Signs of an overdose:

• Unresponsiveness or unconsciousness
• Passing out or a “slumped over” posture
• Shallow or irregular breathing, or no breathing at all
• Slowed heart rate or absence of a pulse
• Choking or gurgling sounds
• Purple lips and fingernails
• Clammy skin
• Low body temperature
• Vomiting
• Seizures
• Loss of coordination

Steps to follow during an active overdose:

• Shake their shoulders or call their name
• Call 9-1-1 if unresponsive
• Perform chest compressions and rescue breathing
• Administer nasal spray naloxone or injectable naloxone
• If the person resumes breathing, place them in the recovery position

Signs to watch for during amphetamine or nervous system stimulant overdose:

• Tremors and muscle twitches
• Hot, flushed, or sweaty skin
• Headaches
• Chest pain
• Difficulty breathing
• Hostile or violent disposition
• Uncontrolled movements or seizures
• Panic
• Paranoia and other symptoms of psychosis
• Confusion or disorientation

Steps to follow during an active amphetamine or nervous system stimulant overdose:

• Call 9-1-1
• Move the person to a quiet, safe room away from bystanders, noise, excessive light, heat and other stimulation
• If confused or panicking, try to reassure them
• If overheating, try to cool them down by loosening outer clothing or putting a wet towel on the back of their neck or under their arms
• If you can’t get a response or the person is unconscious, put them in the recovery position
• Remove anything from the immediate environment that might cause injury in case muscle spasms or seizures occur

For more information on Overdose Prevention please follow the link below

What is an overdose?  Overdose occurs when someone takes one or more drugs in a quantity or combination that exceeds what their body can handle. Overdose can happen with many...