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The
circle is the main symbol found in Onkwehon:we
cultures. It represents life: the past, present and future,
no beginning or end. There is strength and unity in the circle.
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The
three clans of the Mohawks of Kahnawake sit on
the circle. The Bear, Wolf and Turtle represent the unity of
the people in preventing diabetes in the future generations.
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The
lacrosse player symbolizes in importance of daily
physical activity through the traditional Iroquois game of lacrosse.
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The
sun, our elder brother with his life giving energy
and strength reminds us that we all possess this energy and
strength in the wellness journey for ourselves, families and
community.
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The
food represents the importance of healthy eating.
The corn is one of the Iroquoian lifegivers or "Three Sisters",
the strawberries are the first fruit of the season in the Northeast
while the apples last the longest on the trees into the fall.
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The
elder and child reminds us that the wellness of
our future generations is everyone's responsibility as Onkwehon:we.
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The
eagle feathers represent the gifts of the eagle,
the brother who flies highest and closest to the Creator. His
vision, wisdom and courage are gifts that we each possess.
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The colour purple
is known to us as a healing colour
