Communities reimagining celebrations to honour Indigenous people on Canada Day
Peoples, as the country continues to reckon with its legacy following the discovery of possible unmarked graves at former residential schools.
On Canada Day last year in Winnipeg, thousands of people took to the streets – dressed in orange in honour of residential school survivors – in a demonstration that led to the toppling of Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth statues on the grounds of the Manitoba legislature.Pope confirms visit to Canada to apologize for abuse suffered by Indigenous people, will stop in Quebec.
The decision has been controversial locally, but Carleton praised organizers for listening to what Indigenous people in the city requested.Indigenous film takes aim at ‘Doctrine of Discovery’ ahead of Pope’s Canadian visit In developing plans for Saskatoon, Canada Day project director Shad Ali started by looking at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s recommendations and consulting with Indigenous partners. He was encouraged to use the holiday as an opportunity to educate people about the country’s true history.Increasing awareness about injustices helps build the nation that Canada should be, Ali added.
Halifax will also have a re-envisioned event that was developed in collaboration with Indigenous communities. It aims to honour the traditions of the Mi’kmaq Nation and celebrate Indigenous communities, said Cheryl Copage-Gehue, the city’s Indigenous community engagement adviser.Atlantic communities prepare for Canada Day celebrations after hiatusStory continues below advertisement
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