5 Small Steps to Reconciliation (week 4)

Waatebagaa-giizis/Leaves Turning Moon edition!

By Colleen Simard

As we ease into Fall it’s now time to dig a little deeper with our personal reconciliation journey. Always remember that reconciliation isn’t a race - take your time, think about what these tips bring to mind, and share your thoughts with others in your circle. 

Meegwetch! 

1. Land or territory acknowledgements are used to increase awareness about Indigenous people and their land rights. If your organization or workplace doesn’t have one, and you want to create one in a meaningful way - check out the Native-Land.ca starting point here. 
2. Have lunch at FEAST Cafe Bistro, and EAT some tasty, healthy Indigenous food. Our fav is the Butternut Squash Bannock Pizza. 
3. DOWNLOAD or stream Birth of a Family on the NFB.ca website. The full-length documentary gives a close look inside the lives of four 60’s Scoop survivors who reunite for the first time. 
4. VISIT the Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education Centre. They promote Indigenous cultural awareness and understanding for all Manitobans. Take your kids and use their beautiful reading area, check out artwork and artefacts, and even book a presentation for your group. 
5. LISTEN to JB The First Lady’s music video The Most Unprotected Girl.

Spark is a non-profit that matches community organizations with volunteers. Colleen Simard is Spark’s Communications and Recruitment Coordinator - she is a member of Peguis First Nation, on Treaty One Territory.