What is smudging in Canada?
In North America, it is a practice common to Indigenous Peoples and is called smudging. Many, but not all, Indigenous cultures in Canada smudge but may have different beliefs associated with the smoke, and different ceremonies and protocols. In this article we are giving a general definition of smudging.
What is the smudging protocol?
The Smudging Protocol serves to provide information and guidance to the McMaster community in order that Indigenous-identified individuals and groups are affirmed and supported when they engage in their cultural and spiritual practices, including Smudging. WHAT IS SMUDGING?
What are UVic's smudging guidelines?
UVic’s Smudging Guidelines are aligned with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the UVic Indigenous Plan ’s commitment to offer places and opportunities for Indigenous students, faculty and staff to take part in traditional ceremonies and practices on campus.
What are the sludge guidelines?
Volumes 2, 3, 4 and 5 of the Sludge Guidelines Series aim to provide options and opportunities for this innovation and to encourage the beneficial use of wastewater sludge. Where wastewater sludge cannot be used as a resource, the guidelines also provide for its disposal in a responsible manner.
GUIDELINES FOR INDIGENOUS SMUDGE CEREMONY