We speak to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's calls to action, the commitment to United Nations Declaration of Rights Indigenous Peoples, and what reconciliation means today and into the future. We highlight different perspectives on where reconciliation is today, what individuals can do to contribute to reconciliation, and what some hopes for the future are. In this short video, it is not possible to include everything about this topic, but we hope it provides an introduction and encourages questions and further independent knowledge seeking. (Run time 18:06 minutes)
Special thanks to Twisted Pair Productions and the following who shared their knowledge for this project:
Interviewees:
- The Honourable Russ Mirasty, 23rd Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan
- Merelda Fiddler-Potter, Assistant Professor at the First Nations University of Canada
- Lyndon J. Linklater, Traditional Knowledgekeeper, Nâhiyaw/Anishiabe
- Mary Musqua-Culbertson, Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan (2018-2024)
- Joseph A. Naytowhow, Elder, Cultural Advisor, College of Law, University of Saskatchewan
The content of this documentary series may be disturbing to some viewers as it explores the impacts of Residential Schools in Canada.
If you need help, there are services available, including: the federal Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program, and the National Indian Residential School Crisis Line which provides support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - 1-866-925-4419.
Crown and Indigenous People - Truth and Reconciliation (18:06)
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