Eagle feathers in law courts just small step
We're pleased to have received permission to print this insightful and informative article written by Niigaan Sinclair and published by the Winnipeg Free Press. Here is a link to the…
Hope
These stories of resilience, innovation and persistence offer hope for the future.
Treaties – Our Nation to Nation Partnerships
Various First Nations communities across Turtle Island (North America) had and continue to have existing traditions and laws that govern land rights and what would be considered “human rights” in…
After the Circles: Practicing Solidarity and Living Reconciliation
Allyship "begins when a person of privilege seeks to support a marginalized individual or group." Allyship requires a commitment to unlearning and learning about privilege, power and oppression and involves…
One girl, thousands of deaths, millions of accomplices
By: Niigaan Sinclair I have a daughter. She’s entering teen years. She’s my life. It’s hard not to think of her when reading about what happened to Tina Fontaine. The…
Day Schools and Day Scholars
Students did not stay overnight at the day schools, many were able to go home at the end of the school day, but often the conditions at the school and…
Métis Experience at Residential Schools
In the residential school era, Métis were not considered ‘Indians’ legally, under Canada’s Indian Act. They were considered the responsibility of the provincial governments and often education and health support…