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Read the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Report

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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.

Buy Locally Made Moccasins

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Rosy’s in Saskatoon

Manitobah Mukluks

Support local artists. Ask questions about where products are sourced and who makes them. Make sure your money supports reputable retailers.

Support Indigenous Jewelry Designers

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Wanuskewin Online Store

Catherine Blackburn

Helen Oro Designs

Indig Inc.

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!

Colour and Learn with Leah Dorion

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Mother Earth Colouring and Activity Book

Mother Earth: Colouring and Activity Book, by artist Leah Marie Dorion gives people the opportunity to explore and discover Indigenous culture through colouring.

Support Indigenous Artists & Business

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Silver Wolf Trading Post
Scoles Fine Arts
Indig Inc.

Connect with Indigenous artists and businesses in your community or online. Ask questions to make sure you’re supporting authentic artists and retailers. Here are a few links that can get you started!

Donate to Indigenous Organizations, Artists & Movements

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Gordon Tootoosis Nīkānīwin Theatre

Str8-Up

Idle No More

National Centre for Truth and Reconcilition

Indigenous Voices Literary Award

Donating is an important mechanism for supporting artists, organizations and movements that promote Reconciliation. Image from str8-up.ca.

Buy Books & Learning Resources from Indigenous Educational Institutions

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Gabriel Dumont Institute Store

Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre

Books, artwork, and resources are often available from Indigenous cultural and educational institutions. Support the artists in your community by shopping there!

Know What You Can & Can’t Wear to Avoid Cultural Appropriation

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An Open Letter to Non-Natives in Headdresses
âpihtawikosisân is a blog about law, language and culture written by Chelsea Vowel from a Métis perspective. This article offers insight into what are restricted and non-restricted items and symbols when it comes to fashion and design.

“But Why Can’t I Wear a Hipster Headdress?”
Native Appropriations is a website that offers a forum for discussing representations of Indigenous peoples. This article explores the practice of non-Indigenous people wearing headdresses. It’s also a great site for discussions around stereotypes, cultural appropriation, news and more.

Support Indigenous Artisans Online

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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.

Read “Think Before You Appropriate”

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Download the PDF

This guidebook created at Simon Fraser University unpacks these important questions about cultural appropriation. It provides advice to designers and marketers on why and how to avoid misappropriation, and underlines the mutual benefits of responsible collaborations with Indigenous artists and communities.

Support Indigenous Fashion Designers

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Wanuskewin Online Store

Next time you go shopping, seek out Indigenous fashion designers either online or in retail shops. Just be sure to buy directly from the artist and/or support authentic Indigenous retailers. Photo from SheNative.com

Colour Indigenous Art

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Cree Nation Art and Wisdom Colouring Book

The Colouring It Forward – Cree Nation Art & Wisdom Colouring Book features the beautiful art created by Cree artists Sam Bighetty and Delree Dumont as well as teachings and stories from John Sinclair, a Cree elder born in Alberta.