“Mitonentcikan” refers to intelligence, but also to the attitude that cultivates it: the attitude of those who continue to learn, share and reflect on the history and heritage of their ancestors.

Minwashin is looking for someone to complete the Mitonentcikan circle. The circle, made up of guardians of culture, ensures that the archives in Nipakanatik are used with respect for the truth and the Anicinabe communities. It meets 4 to 6 times a year to, among other things:

• Decide whether access to new archives should be public or restricted
• Negotiate agreements with our partners
• Define project priorities
• Exchange with other organizations preserving indigenous archives

First and foremost, the Mitonentcikan Circle works to help communities regain control over their archives and their history. For too long, research has been done on the Anicinabek: objects have been stolen in the name of academic knowledge, knowledge has been hijacked for profit, stories have been distorted to generate stereotypes. From now on, research will be done by and with the Anicinabek.