BUCKOOSE

From the heart of the North where the rivers run free,
A leader was born, with a vision to see.
From NCN to the Nation’s call,
Standing tall, standing strong for us all.
Oh, the voice of the people, the heart of the land,
Walking with wisdom, a steady hand.
From coast to coast, they know his name,
Buckoose, he’s changing the game.
Oh, Buckoose, your spirit flies high,
Like the eagle in a painted sky.
With every step, you light the way,
For the people, for the fight, come what may.
From council halls to the sacred ground,
He lifts us up, never lets us down.
With fire inside and a guiding light,
He walks with truth, he stands for rights.
Oh, the voice of the people, the heart of the land,
Walking with wisdom, a steady hand.
From coast to coast, they know his name,
Buckoose, he’s changing the game.
Oh, Buckoose, your spirit flies high,
Like the eagle in a painted sky.
With every step, you light the way,
For the people, for the fight, come what may.
Through the trials, through the years,
He stood his ground, he calmed our fears.
A warrior’s heart, a leader’s soul,
Guiding the young, making us whole.
Oh, Buckoose, forever strong,
Your voice will echo in our song.
For the people, for the fight,
You are the fire, you are the light.

By Chief Angela Levasseur, Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation