TOBACCO is given to a healer or Elder when one asks for their assistance or advice. The Creator gave the gift of tobacco to open the doorway to the West - the spirit world and it opens up the door to allow that communication to take place. Tobacco stands first among medicines, because it is placed on the ground with prayers before picking other plants. It does not grow naturally in Saskatchewan, but has long been obtained by trade for ceremonial purposes.
SAGE is a woman’s medicine, conferring strength, wisdom and clarity of purpose. This powerful purifying medicine drives away negative energies.
SWEETGRASS is the sacred hair of Mother Earth. Its sweet aroma reminds people of the gentleness, love and kindness she has for the people.
CEDAR is used for purification and to attract positive energy ,feelings, emotions and balance. Cedar is burned while praying. The prayers rise on the cedar smoke and are carried to the Creator.
