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Summary of Titles and Meanings

1. Ogichidaa (Ceremonial Headman also "Clan Chief")

   • Date: February 10, 2018

   • Location: Francis EagleHeart Cree Lodge, Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation

   • Meaning: A ceremonial headman in the Adik Doodem (Caribou Clan), appointed by traditional elders and a Matrilineal Clan Mother.

   • Significance: This title signifies a leadership role within the clan, involving ceremonial responsibilities.

2. Midegah (Spiritual Title)

   • Date: February 10, 2018

   • Meaning: A public title of responsibility within the faith, associated with a private spiritual name.

   • Significance: Reflects a spiritual role and responsibilities, recognized by the community and family elders.

3. Ogimaa (Chief)

   • Date: December 2024

   • Location: Anishinaabe 8th Fire Lodge

   • Meaning: A hereditary chieftain title of Songab, meaning "One who is Firm or Brave and Strong."

   • Significance: Represents a higher leadership position within the community, reflecting historical lineage and responsibilities.

4. Chief Midegah (Clan Chief)

   • Role: Related to the title of Ogichidaa, indicating a Clan Chief position.

   • Significance: Involved in clan leadership and ceremonial duties in traditional lodges and ceremonies, with songs, teachings and records in some cases.

5. Acting Treaty Chief

   • Until: Acting June 2021 to October 2024

   • Role: Served as an acting Treaty Chief for Chief Lambert until his passing.

   • Significance: Involved in treaty-related leadership and representation in Federal Treaty Protection

6. Maya Eagle Firekeeper

   1. Chosen by Maya Spiritual Senior Chief Dra. Irma Estrada Naires, at the March 2025 Chichen Itza Maya Ceremony as the senior Chieftain assistant, affirmed by Golden Deer Clan Maya Chief of Sisbichen Antonio Oxte.​

Timeline

• February 10, 2018: Appointed as Ogichidaa and Midegah at the Francis EagleHeart Cree Lodge.

• Until October 2024: Served as an acting Treaty Chief for Chief Lambert.

• December 2024: Assumed the title of Ogimaa (Chief) and the hereditary title of Songab.

• March 2025: Assumed the title of Maya Eagle Firekeeper for Maya Chief Irma Estrada Naires "Nana Mima"