Tag Archives: Reconciliation

In light of the death of Queen Elizabeth, Indigenous organizations and communities in B.C. are hoping her successor will commit to bettering the relationship between First Nations and the Crown. This weekend, King Charles III will be proclaimed Canada’s new head of state, following the passing of his mother on Thursday. …

WARNING: This story contains distressing details The Pope’s visit to Canada and apology for the role of many church members in Canada’s residential school system has sparked intense discussion over the extent of that apology, its impact for Indigenous peoples and the question: what should be the next priority in the Truth …

Pope Francis arrived in Canada on Sunday to an honour drum song ahead of what he describes as a “penitential” trip aimed at advancing reconciliation with Indigenous people over the lasting harm suffered in residential schools. The drum group from Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation sang in front of Francis as …

The University of Victoria is set to offer what it says is the world’s first master’s degree in Indigenous reconciliation in partnership with the B.C. Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) next year. Earlier this month, the province announced $8.4 million in funding for B.C.’s social services sector to develop …

Lorraine M. Wright was completely stunned when she got the call recognizing her as a member of the Order of Canada.  “I don’t drink coffee, but my hands were actually trembling when they told me the news,” she told The Current guest host Nahlah Ayed. “It was pretty, pretty overwhelming.” …

The RCMP is updating its statement of “core values” for the first time in a quarter century by adding references to “reconciliation,” “diversity,” “honour” and “empathy.” Insp. Alex Laporte, the RCMP ethics officer leading the team working on the new guiding principles, said the document is meant to act as foundation for the entire organization …