A long time ago, in the time when most Anishinaabe still knew how to talk with and listen to the animals, the deer abandoned us. This was a serious decision, and not one that the deer took lightly, because it meant breaking a promise. As each new layer of creation had formed, the previous layers,…
Ten years ago this month, in the Delta Hotel in Ottawa, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) held its closing ceremony. The executive summary and 94 Calls to Action were released. The event was so well-attended that an overflow room was needed to accommodate the large number of witnesses. And I, new to my position…
In September, Canadians mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. If only one percent of your church’s operating budget was shared with your local First Nation, you would be making progress towards healing. On Saturday, July 6th more than 160 people from 52 congregations representing 11 Christian denominations, plus almost a dozen other organizations,…
The Canadian Indigenous Ministry Committee is a CRCNA committee that cares deeply about the relationships between Indigenous peoples and non-Indigenous people in Canada. Established in 2006, the committee has been leading the journey of reconciliation and providing resources for others on the path. In light of this, here’s five things you might not know: The…
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