The Omushkego Cycle of Life model was illustrated by the renowned artist Richard Kamalatisit (1959 – 2008).
Excerpt from Omushkego Department of Education (Mushkegowuk Council) pamphlet: “The Omushkego Cycle of Life reinforces Omushkego cultural identity, who we are and where we come from, and the interconnection to the seasonal life cycles of the Omushkego people and communities. These life cycles are based on the six Omushkego seasons and how they affect the land, rivers, birds, animals, and plants that are indigenous to the Omushkego people. This model reflects our uniqueness and origin of the Omushkego culture, traditions, and activities, its historical development, family principles, and values.”
I have used the Cycle of Life calendar to help organize a schedule for youth environmental monitors, to make it more culturally relevant and – it just makes sense!