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Learn about Truth & Reconciliation

“Northern Lakes College joins the nation in recognizing September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In an effort to increase awareness around truth and reconciliation and the legacy of residential schools, Northern Lakes College is sharing resources that include videos, podcasts, articles, and stories. In the spirit of reconciliation, we invite our students, staff, faculty, and community members to view, listen, and share.”

  – Dr. Glenn Mitchell, President & CEO

In the spirit of reconciliation, the public is invited to join Northern Lakes College for free online sessions hosted by NLC's Indigenous Administration Certificate program instructor, Jason Bigcharles. Discover how to actively promote and practice reconciliation in daily life.


Session 1: Exploring Truth and Reconciliation
Wednesday, September 24: Noon-1 p.m. MST

Through a virtual exploration of NLC's Indigenous Administration Micro credential 6, Module 4, participants will gain an understanding of what "Truth and Reconciliation" means in terms of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Through an introduction to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the 94 Calls to Action, participants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussion on such questions as "What does reconciliation mean to you?" and "How can we actively promote and practice reconciliation in our daily lives?".

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Session 2: Diving Further into Truth and Reconciliation - Orange Shirt Day and Territorial Acknowledgments
Wednesday September 24: 7-8 p.m. MST

Through deeper exploration of NLC's Indigenous Administration Micro credential 6, Module 4, participants will be provided information on "Orange Shirt Day" and what it represents. Through gaining an understanding of intergenerational trauma and the present day effects, participants will explore how intergenerational trauma affects our interactions with Indigenous Peoples today and how we can become allies in recognizing and accommodating intergenerational trauma in our everyday lives.

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Honouring Truth & Reconciliation in Our Service Region

In recognition of September 30, all campuses and community access point sites will be closed to allow staff and students time to reflect and participate in local events. Here is a calendar of some of the many events happening across our service region.

Truth & Reconciliation Community Events

Lunch and Learn webinars* through the National Centre for Truth & Reconciliation

Monday, September 22: Surviving the Residential School System
Tuesday, September 23: Uncovering the Truth: Ground Searches
Wednesday, September 24: The Ongoing Legacy of the Residential School System through Child Welfare
Thursday, September 25: Reflecting on the TRC’s Calls to Action 10 Years Later & Corporate Conversations on Reconciliation
Friday, September 26: Confronting Residential School Denialism

*These webinars are available in English with French and ASL interpretation.

Virtual Indigenous Student Centre, mamawapowin

The Virtual Indigenous Student Centre, mamawapowin, is a space with resources to support Indigenous students and those who want to learn about Indigenous culture.

TRUTH & RECONCILIATION RESOURCES

Please note: Newly-added resources are indicated by the New symbol.

   
Royal Alberta Museum

Blog – Sixties Scoop: Stories of Loss, Strength, and Hope | RAM Blog    
Blog – The Chief’s Daughter – Creations for the Generations | RAM Blog
Blog – The Artistry of an Octopus Bag | RAM Blog
Blog – Appreciation or Appropriation | RAM Blog
Blog – Indigenous Artist Spotlight Series Get to Know: Jessica Sanderson-Barry | RAM Blog
Blog – A Pudding by Any Name: La Pouchine | RAM Blog
Indigenous Reading List | RAM Blog
Video – Kitchen Table Talk with Jaymie Campbell & Elaine Alexie
Video – Indigenous Artist Spotlight: Resurgent Practices in Beadwork Tradition & Hide Tanning


Historica Canada

Video – Adam North Peigan | Voices from Here (Sixties Scoop)
Video – Lillian Elias: A Residential School Survivor’s Story
Video – Intergenerational Trauma: Residential Schools
Video – Madeleine Basile | Voices from Here (FRENCH)
Video – Andre Carrier | Voices from Here (FRENCH)
Video – Lori Campbell | Voices from Here
Podcast – Residential Schools: Métis Experiences
Podcast – Residential Schools: First Nations Experiences
Podcast – Residential Schools: Inuit Experiences (FRENCH)
Video – Tom Longboat | Heritage Minutes
Video – Chanie Wenhack | Heritage Minutes
Video – Tommy Prince | Heritage Minutes

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Video – Picking up the Pieces: The Making of the Witness Blanket
Story – Nursing and Indigenous Peoples’ Health: Reconciliation in Practice
Story – Dick Patrick: An Indigenous Veteran’s Fight for Inclusion
Story – Heartbeat of a People: Indigenous music, once suppressed, inspires resilience and change
Story – Childhood Denied: Indian residential schools and their legacy
Events – Cree Teachings with Knowledge Keeper Marilyn Dykstra

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Videos – Elders and Knowledge Keepers
Modules – Indigenous Learning Series 
Videos - Indigenous Speaker Series
Videos – National Indigenous History Month

The Anglican Church of Canada

Video – Doctrine of Discovery: Stolen Lands, Strong Hearts


National Film Board

Videos – Residential Schools
Films by Indigenous director, Alanis Obomsawin
 New Videos - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation


Kendal Netmaker

Video – 4 Ways To Become An Indigenous Ally



Video – Speaking Reel



Video – Resilience: Move Forward in a Good Way
Video - Kookum
Blog – Keep Moving Forward™


The Canadian Encyclopedia

Collection – Indigenous Peoples


Northern Lakes College

Virtual Indigenous Student Centre - Visit mamawapowin, a virtual space with resources to support Indigenous students and those who want to learn about Indigenous culture. 
NLC Library – Check out the collection of Indigenous resources on the Northern Lakes College Library website.
Elders-in-Residence Program - Students are encouraged to contact Elders when seeking personal or professional cultural advice or guidance, with questions about Indigenous protocol or languages, or just to have a casual conversation or to say ‘hello’. 
Indigenous Administration Certificate Program - This Continuing Education course is designed for those working in administrative roles within Indigenous communities or organizations—or for individuals who, in the spirit of reconciliation, would like to foster an increased understanding of Indigenous history, treaties, language, culture, protocols, and more. 
Video – Celebrating Métis Week: Northern Lakes College and Rupertsland Institute


Orange Shirt Society

Orange Shirt Day – Wear an orange shirt every September 30 to recognize the experiences of children who were taken from their families and placed in residential schools.
About Phyllis Webstad - founder and ambassador of the Orange Shirt Society
Truth & Reconciliation through Sports: Orange Jersey Project