Indigenize Location

Petawawa is an Algonquin word. 

Which definition for this word do you think is correct?

• Where one hears the noise of the water

• Where the current of the river is strong

Mattawa comes from an Ojibwa word. 

Which definition for this word do you think is correct?

• Where the water runs clear.

• Where the rivers meet

Madawaska is a Maliseet (Algonquian speaking First Nation) word.  Which definition for this word do you think is correct?

• Land of beavers

• Land of porcupines

Manitoulin comes from the Ojibwe name “Manitowaning”. 

Which definition for this word do you think is correct?

• Den of the Great Spirit

• Enormous island

Maniwaki is an Algonquin word. 

Which definition for this word do you think is correct?

• Land of Jesus

• Land of Mary