Figure out what implementing United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP) looks like in your workplace, then take steps towards that implementation. To help get you on your way look at What does implementing UNDRIP actually mean in a northern context?
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“Racism is a heart disease,” writes Ruth King, “and it’s curable.” Explore racism and how to fight it through the work of Ruth King’s books and articles.
Read MoreWhile this history is not your fault, but it is absolutely your responsibility, says Nikki Sanchez during her TEDx Talk, Decolonization Is for Everyone. She discusses what colonization looks like and how it can be addressed through decolonization. An equitable and just future depends on the courage we show today.
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Love a great good-news story? Want to be part of creating strong systems to ensure the sustained success of Indigenous students as they graduate and go on to become the leaders of tomorrow? Check out Rivers to Success: Indigenous Student Mentorship Program by Indspire.
Read MoreWhen people are overwhelmed with what they are hearing, they tend to jump to a solution, In this web series called “First Things First,” educator Eddy Robinson explains why asking “How Can I Help?” is not the right question, and that the best way to help is to listen.
Read MoreWatch as Coast Salish consultant and cultural knowledge keeper Len Pierre, takes his TEDx audience on a learning journey of Indigenous cultural safety education and training. He touches on the history of Canadian and Indigenous relations, its power imbalances in society, and how Indigenous and non-Indigenous people alike can move together towards reconciliation.
Read MoreIn this TEDx Talk, Reconciliation is about Relationships, Dr. Stryker Calvez a Métis/Michif researcher and educator, introduces people to the understanding that building relationships with Indigenous Peoples is easy. He says the goal of reconciliation isn’t to know everything about Indigenous people, but rather about learning how to be in relationship with them.
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To realize how inequities and privilege play out in our lives, look to join community events (talks, conferences, workshop) on privilege and racism. Check out the BeAConnectR events page.
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Engage with the Re-Igniting Sacred Fires project from Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan. A project that honours and commemorates the lives and legacies of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit individuals, and raises awareness of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice, and the Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQ+ who have been lost.
Read MoreWhat Does “Two-Spirit” Mean? In this video Geo Neptune explores the history of the term “Two-Spirit” and who it pertains to. Does it mean two genders? Can anyone use it to describe themselves?
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Indigenous Foundations created this article, A Brief History of the Marginalization of Aboriginal Women in Canada, which looks at topics like Aboriginal Women’s Traditional Roles & Power; Settler mischaracterization of Aboriginal women’s roles; and Indian Act Gendered Discrimination.
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Read Gender and Indigenous Issues, a paper from the United Nations Office of the Special Adviser on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women and the Secretariat of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
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Learn about The History of Two-Spirit Folks in an article shared by The Indigenous Foundation about the term Two-Spirit, where the term originated and the power it carries.
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This article shares 8 Two-Spirit Artists, Activists, and Healers Showing the World Queerness is Indigenous. If you are looking to learn more about Land Back, water protectors, and the fight for Native sovereignty? These creators can show you the way.
Read MoreRead, What is systemic racism? Here’s what it means and how you can help dismantle it, and learn about how systemic racism affect people of colour.
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The Government of Alberta shares Walking Together: First Nations, Métis and Inuit Perspectives in Curriculum. Symbolism and Traditions Ceremonies looks at Indigenous practices to maintain harmony and balance between humankind and the rest of creation.
Read MoreLearn more about Canada’s true history. Gakina Gidagwi’igoomin Anishinaabewiyang: We Are All Treaty People – Understanding the spirit and intent of the Treaties matters to all of us.
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Learn about about creating ethical spaces. The Yellowhead Institute shares an interview with Chloe Dragon Smith. Her policy paper, Creating Ethical Spaces: Opportunities to Connect with Land for Life and Learning in the NWT, presents opportunities to expand and integrate on-the-Land learning into daily life.
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The Decolonization Learning Journey was created in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. It is a five-part series with Mi’kmaw Elders and knowledge sharers.
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Learn to become anti-racist through this series of free, online Anti-Racism Workshops developed by the Canadian Race Relations Foundation
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Find a novel way to read the Calls to Justice in a supportive environment. Form a reading group to go through Reclaiming Power and Place: Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Read about one group’s journey
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The Talking Stick App is an anonymous chat platform connecting First Nations with First Nations peers who provide cultural based support and confidential conversations, one on one.
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Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) is a national organization representing Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse people in Canada and working create an inclusive world for women and families of Indigenous nations. Follow them on Insatgram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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The University of Saskatchewan has shared their Indigenous Strategy online. ohpahotân I oohpaahotaan let’s fly up together, challenges all of us to engage in the difficult work of resetting relationships.
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The Montreal Urban Aboriginal Network launched the Indigenous Ally toolkit in English and in French. Being an ally is about creating safe spaces by educating others on the realities and histories of marginalized people. The toolkit provides suggested steps and self-reflections for people who want to be an ally.
Read MoreIndigenous Works has a framework designed to review your organizational workplace inclusion competencies and build more effective partnerships with Indigenous people, businesses and communities. They also offer Online Training designed to help your entire organization advance Indigenous workplace inclusion.
Read MoreCBC News: “What does Reconciliation Mean to You?”
Reconciliation can mean something very unique to each of us but we need to take the time to listen, learn and share with one another. This CBC article looks at individual reflections and will spark your own reflections!
Read MoreTwo Spirits, One Voice is a community-based initiative that seeks to bolster supports for persons that identify both as LGBTQ and Indigenous: Two Spirit people. Start by watching their 16 minute video!
Read MoreWhite Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Backpack
This powerful exercise was first published in 1989 by Peggy McIntosh. This link will allow you to download the original article, as well as access useful tools and resources for facilitators. An important step in Reconciliation is recognizing where white privilege exists and working to end inequality.
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Everyone, at some point in their journey of Reconciliation, needs to read the 94 Calls to Action recommended by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to “redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.” Or connect here to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission Final Report to read other sections and excerpts.
We have included this action in every category and every path on this website as a reminder of how important it is for us to understand the history and path of Reconciliation in our country.
Read MoreFirst Nation Protocol on Traditional Territory
Create safe space in your communication by acknowledging traditional territories in the signature of your emails or correspondence. Indigenous Corporate Training Inc. provides excellent background and information around acknowledging traditional territories.
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Reconciliation in Saskatchewan
Find organizations and communities who share your commitment to work towards Reconciliation and can offer opportunities for engagement.
Read MoreCreating Inclusive Worksites for Aboriginal Workers: A Case for Business outlines the many advantages Canada would be privy to through increased Indigenous inclusion, how instead of making cuts there would be greater benefits to implementing a greater number of employment training programs, and how a greater focus on Indigenous inclusion in the workplace is the solution to Canada needing more taxpaying workers.
Access Indigenous Works has the personnel and online resources/training for your business to analyze your current policies, strategize and implement change to foster Indigenous inclusion.
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Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission: “Erasing Racism”
“Every person is free and equal in dignity and rights” (Section 3, The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code). This article defines and identifies racism, explains how stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination differ from racism, and discusses how racism can be eradicated.
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