William Commanda was 98 years old. His life was rich in accomplishment. He created Circle of All Nations, a group Grandfather Commanda called "a circle of individuals committed to respect of Mother Earth, promotion of racial harmony, advancement of social justice, recognition and honouring of indigenous widsom and peace building." Through this Circle, Grandfather Commanda organized and held many gatherings and workshops. Most recently,he had been engaged in discussions about the creation of Asinabka, a national indigenous centre on Victoria island in Ottawa, to be designed by renowned architect Douglas Cardinal.
Over the course of his life Grandfather Commanda garnered many awards and much recognition, including the Order of Canada; perhaps more important, he was the keeper of three significant wampum belts. But his greatest gifts were his wisdom, his extensive knowledge of Algonquin history and culture, and the generosity of spirit that so inspired all of us who were honoured to have known him.
He will long be remembered and forever be missed .
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