Saturday, June 4
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This workshop will showcase the vital ways in which Indigenous-municipal partnerships are responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. Collaboration between municipalities and Indigenous communities and organizations drive shared opportunities and help address the complex needs of Indigenous people across the country. Panelists will highlight how these partnerships advance the important work of truth, justice, and reconciliation.
Moderator/Facilitator
Derek Bruno, Program Manager, Cando
Speakers
Jocelyn Formsma, National Association of Friendship Centres
Mayor Lisa Helps, City of Victoria, BC
Cheryl Whiskeyjack, Executive Director, Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society
Margaret Pfoh, Executive Director Aboriginal Housing Management Association