About A Journey Begins...

Christopher Stock is a fifth-generation member of Wahta Mohawk Territory near Bala, Ontario. He has been immersed in his culture for his whole life, but it was his battle with Stage 4 cancer that gave him an experiential understanding of the true meaning of his teachings. Through his cancer journey, he developed a deeper connection to his teachings and to the natural world. His hope is that by taking a journey with him you will not only experience the rich history of Indigenous people in Canada, but will also leave with a new perspective on life.

To promote awareness and understanding of Indigenous Culture, History, Language, Truth and Reconciliation.

By increasing awareness and understanding of Indigenous, Culture, History and Language, the process of healing from all of the experiences and atrocities wrought by Colonialism will expand beyond Hurt, Pain, Anger and Frustration. A Journey Begins … allows for bridge building to take place, to re-establish and strengthen relationships in order to bring about Active, Meaningful and Sustaining Truth and Reconciliation.

Our values are based upon the Original Instructions given to us by the Creator: Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen, The Thanksgiving Address. He gave us everything we need to sustain our lives on this Earth as a gift. As long as we take care of it, it will be here to take care of us.

The Creator intended life to be simple. We were meant to travel across this Earth to Admire all of his Creation, taking only what we need, and replacing what we take, until it is our time to return home to SkyWorld. All that HE asked for in return, was for us to give greetings of Love, Honour, Respect, Thanks and Gratitude each and every day. We need to return to His original instructions, thereby creating a Sustainable, Harmonious, Prosperous Society, Living in Peace and Harmony with Nature and each other on this Planet that we call home: Mother Earth.

Christopher spent many years as a Second Language Teacher for Mohawk in grades 4-8 at Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. He has also participated in many presentations, performances and special events, including playing guitar and performing in Mohawk alongside his brother Jonathon as “THE WÁHTA BOYS,” participating in National Aboriginal Language Day and National Aboriginal Day celebrations, and performing at various schools and youth clubs.

In 2018, Christopher received a diagnosis of Aggressive Stage 4 Diffuse Large B-Cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He underwent six chemotherapy treatments from August 28, 2018, to December 18, 2018, resulting in a confirmed non-active cancer status by January 18, 2019. However, he still battles the after-effects of cancer and its treatment, such as severe neuropathy (permanent nerve damage) in both legs.

All of these unique experiences, coupled with Christopher’s life-changing journey through cancer, have highlighted what truly matters in life: time. Christopher’s Interactive Indigenous Cultural Experiences offer an introduction to North America’s Indigenous People and their culture, creating a welcoming, inviting, engaging, positive experience, and an opportunity to build a bridge towards active and sustaining Truth and Reconciliation.