Truth and Reconciliation

In addition to the above examples, our Board is working to review policies and governance structures that would allow for more inclusivity. They have also been engaged in opportunities that help us grow in understanding about the truth about Canada’s history with keynote speakers, videos and educational toolkits.

Staff are also committed to Truth and Reconciliation. September 30 will be respected as a statutory day this year and staff are encouraged to take time to do something that will expand their knowledge and compassion for the true reason behind this day. This includes resources listed in the Saskatchewan Chamber toolkit, the activities listed below this article, and meeting with Indigenous community leaders.

The significance and importance of our participation and work in Truth and Reconciliation was made heartbreakingly evident to us when, in May 2021, our eyes were opened wider towards Canada’s dark history, including the tragedies of Residential Schools and unmarked graves. We acknowledge that Indigenous communities were not surprised by what we learned and that intergenerational trauma for Indigenous communities continues. We are grateful for the work Indigenous leaders are undertaking and we will continue to offer our unwavering support. Staff and Board look forward to working with all of our communities to learn about our past together and to form a bright path forward based on respect and inclusivity. Together, we are working to understand, to learn, and to walk in a better way.

We are all in this together.

Donna Ziegler, Executive Director

Randy Semenchuck, Co-Chair

Gina McGinn, Co-Chair