Land Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that Jo Anne’s Place is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.

Jo Anne’s Place respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.

We recognize that we work and are located on the traditional territory of Nogojiwanong meaning place at the end of the rapids. Nogojiwanong is the traditional territory of Curve Lake First Nation.

As part of the wellness industry, we are especially grateful for the Indigenous knowledge, ceremonies, and traditional medicine that are responsible for the wellness practices we have today. Our understanding of plant and mineral medicines and therapies has been passed down through generations, and we are incredibly grateful to share in it as it continues to help so many people on a daily basis live healthier lives.