Support Indigenous Jewelry Designers
There are incredible Indigenous jewelry designers that you can support by purchasing their work. Make sure you’re buying from an authentic retailer or try shopping online directly from the artist!
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Offer your own expertise to support Reconciliation
What are your talents, skills and passions? Connect with Indigenous organizations in your community and offer your skills. You’ll build relationships, meet Elders, and learn about authentic engagement along the way.
Visit Parks & Sites that Share Traditional Stories & Knowledge about the Land
“Six thousand years ago, Wanuskewin echoed with the thundering hooves of bison and the voices of Indigenous peoples from across the Northern Plains.” Wanuskewin provides tours and programs that share these stories, which still echo through the land.
Support Indigenous Artisans Online
Indig Inc is created by Indigenous artisans for Indigenous artisans. Their inspiration was to create an online meeting place for artisans and buyers looking for that authentic experience and storyline connection. Indig Inc is a space where the stories of the artisans is weaved into the very fabric of platform, offering an authentic experience in a new way, and connecting people across the globe.
Join a Youth Reconciliation Project
Learn about a project by Canadian Roots Exchange. The Youth Reconciliation Initiative (YRI) invites Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth to train, envision and build nation-wide reconciliation. From Coast to Coast, these youth raise awareness, connect Canadian citizens and build conciliation across Canada.
Choose Bannock for Your Next Party
Pizza’s passé. Next time you throw a party, bring in bannock treats for your friends and family! How does this further your journey of Reconciliation? It means supporting an Indigenous business, learning about traditional food and connecting with Indigenous caterers in your community.
Buy Locally Made Moccasins
Support local artists. Ask questions about where products are sourced and who makes them. Make sure your money supports reputable retailers.
Attend a workshop or event at Wanuskewin
Plan an interesting, educational, and fun programming experience at Wanuskewin. You can walk through the beautiful Opimihaw Valley, handling artifacts, or learning a new life skill, they offer an experience that participants will remember for years to come!
Learn more about honouring the land
The US Department of Arts and Culture created a guide – Honor Native Land: A Guide and Call to Acknowledgement.
It calls on individuals and organizations to open events and gatherings with land acknowledgements and provides suggestions on how, and why, to do it.
Volunteer at powwows, round dances & community events
Volunteering is an opportunity to not only learn, but interact with others and build relationships—the heart of reconciliation. Find an event, call the organizer, and get out there!
Office of the Treaty Commissioner’s Events Calendar
Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre for SK events & programming
IndigenousTourism.ca for national events
Participate in Indigenous Experiences through Parks Canada
Parks Canada Travel Experience
Parks Canada and their Indigenous partners offer meaningful journeys to explore Indigenous roots in Canada, interacting with First Nation, Métis and Inuit cultures.
