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Nibiinaabe

Nibiinaabe refers to a member of the Anishinaabe (or Ojibwe) people, Indigenous to parts of Canada and the United States. The term emphasizes their deep spiritual connection to "Nibi," meaning water in their language, highlighting their cultural relationship with lakes, rivers, and other waterways. They have rich traditions, languages, and histories linked to their environment and community. Recognized as treaty people and guardians of the land and water, Nibiinaabe embody a worldview that emphasizes respect, sustainability, and living in harmony with nature.