English is so hierarchical. In Cree, we don't have animate-inanimate comparisons between things. Animals have souls that are equal to ours. Rocks have souls, trees have souls. Trees are 'who,' not 'what.

~ Tomson Highway

Tomson Highway Cree Indigenous Peoples Language Nature

There is no concept of justice in Cree culture. The nearest word is kintohpatatin, which loosely translates to you've been listened to. But kintohpatatin is richer than justice - really it means you've been listened to by someone compassionate and fair, and your needs will be taken seriously.

~ Edmund Metatawabin

Edmund Metatawabin Canada Cree Indigenous Justice Residential Schools