Ojibwe Clans
Crane - Shagi
- Leaders of the clan acted as Chiefs, in conjunction with the Loon clan Loon - Maang - Leaders of the clan acted as Chiefs, in conjunction with the Crane clan Bear - Mkwa - Police, guardians, formulated medicines Fish- Giigoonh - Teachers, scholars, mediators in disputes between leaders of the chieftain clans Marten - Waabasheshi - Hunters, food gatherers, warriors Bird -Biineshi - Spiritual leaders Deer- Waawashkeshi - Cared for individuals and the needs of the community (e.g., housing) |