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Symbols in the A Gathering logo
Aboriginal Peoples use many symbols to reflect their diverse cultures. The A Gathering logo incorporates these common Three Nations symbols:
The Medicine Wheel
- For centuries, First Nations people have used the four directions of the Medicine Wheel as a tool for learning and teaching.
- Each direction represents an important part to the wholeness of the earth:
- North - White
- South - Red
- East - Yellow
- West - Black
- It is believed that an individual is able to function well if he/she is balanced in the four sections of the medicine wheel:
- Emotional
- Mental aspects of the self
The Inukshuk 
- Inukshuk means “the likeness of a person.”
- The plural of an Inukshuk is Inuksuit.
- An Inukshuk can be small or large and made from a single rock, several rocks balanced on each other, or flat or round boulders.
- The Inuit make Inuksuit in different forms and for different purposes to:
- Show directions to travellers.
- Warn of impending danger.
- Mark a place of respect.
- Act as helpers when hunting.
The Infinity Symbol 
- The two circles in the Infinity symbol represent the coming together of two distinct and vibrant cultures – European and First Nations – to produce a distinct new culture: the Métis.
- The Infinity symbol is perfectly balanced and level to show not only respect for each culture, but also that each culture is equal to the other.
- The Métis flag carries white coloured Infinity symbol on a blue or a red background as a symbol of continuity and pride.
