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OUR PROJECTS

Trusting the Truth of Turtle Island

At the Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society, we believe an understanding the truth of Turtle Island (North America) is key to advancing Truth and Reconciliation and reducing racism. To that end, we have been working on a series of workshops that are culturally appropriate, informed and respectful.

Phase One (complete): Foundational content was created through research, Indigenous Educators' input and communal engagement. Funding was provided by the Calgary Foundation's Stepping Stones grant.  

Phase Two (complete): Working with Elder Lance Scout (Kainai Nation) and Project Manager Bree Clark (Cree/Irish) the workshops transformed into a deeper cultural experience in Indigenous worldviews including the medicine wheel and natural laws (spiritual, natural, cultural and contrary laws) as well as interactive exercises for individual and groups reflection. Two pilot workshops were held in order to gather feedback and guidance from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, board members and invited guests. Funding was provided by the Alberta Government's Anti-Racism grant. 

Phase Three (seeking funding): We are seeking funding in order to complete the workshops and launch to the general public. The finished workshops will provide the opportunity for introspection and learnings in personal growth and healing emphasizing the role of cultural wisdom and self-reflection while working towards progressing Truth and Reconciliation and anti-racism initiatives.

 

Bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together, the workshops will truly be a transformational learning journey.

Please contact us for more information. 

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Land Acknowledgment

Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society acknowledges that we reside on Treaty 7 Territory and the Métis Homeland. We offer our deepest gratitude and respect to all who have welcomed us on their ancestral lands in including the Blackfoot Confederacy of Siksika, Piikani and Kainai First Nations, the Tsuut’ina First Nation, the Stoney Nakoda people of Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney First Nations, and the Métis Nation of Alberta.

As a group, we are committed to learning the truth and the obligations of living on these lands. We are committed to gathering together in peace and friendship as Treaties intended and moving forward together with actions that bring about genuine reconciliation to the land and to all who live here.

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