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Mah’koos\u00a0is an acknowledged Canadian M\u00e9tis Elder from Northern Alberta as well as a 4th Generation Shaman, Spiritual Guide and certified Reiki Master and Practitioner. The name\u00a0Mah’koos,\u00a0meaning bear cub, was given to him in recognition of his contribution. He is a seasoned keynote speaker and workshop presenter. His workshop “Medicine Wheel Training” has been presented at leading education centers across Canada.<\/p>

In addition to his numerous\u00a0workshops, Mah’koos\u00a0contributes knowledge via sweat lodge, drum, rock, crystal, eagle feather, sweetgrass, canoe, Ojibway and star blanket teachings as well as Finding Voices in a Sacred Circle, Talking Circle and Forgiveness Circle.<\/p>

Mah’koos is\u00a0available for personal tobacco readings, healing \u0003ceremonies, reiki, cultural teachings and spiritual workshops.<\/p>

My Grandfather, My Grandmother and Doggie
Written & Illustrated by Mah’koos (Micheal) Merrier<\/strong><\/p>

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Things were different growing up in Northern Alberta in the 1950s. There was wood to chop if you wanted to stay warm and cook, ducks to hunt if you wanted to eat, and kerosene to fetch if you wished to have light. No television or computers. No phones. But there was also fun and lots of love. So Moshom, Nokum and Doggie raised Little Cub to become Mah’koos to fulfill his calling.<\/p>

| Available through Grey Goose Press<\/a> |<\/p>

Contact Mah’koos Today
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Mah’koos\u00a0is an acknowledged Canadian M\u00e9tis Elder from Northern Alberta as well as a 4th Generation Shaman, Spiritual Guide and certified Reiki Master and Practitioner. The name\u00a0Mah’koos,\u00a0meaning bear cub, was given to him in recognition of his contribution. He is a seasoned keynote speaker and workshop presenter. His workshop “Medicine Wheel Training” has been presented at … <\/p>\n

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