The passing of Susan Scott is a sad moment for many, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, and certainly for Circles for Reconciliation.
Back in December 2016, following a CBC radio broadcast about us at the very beginnings of our project, Susan called me and we met for coffee. She became the very first supporter of our Circles. Over the years we kept in touch and she continued her support. Her focus was always to empower Indigenous people. You could rarely attend a public event on reconciliation without encountering Susan. Her support for a number of Indigenous individuals and organizations was always done quietly, in the background, and she never wanted publicity or recognition for it.
Susan remains a true inspiration, a person who understood that we all need to take action if reconciliation is to occur. May she rest in peace, knowing she has made our world a better place.
~ Raymond Currie, Project Coordinator
Here is a link to an article about one of Susan’s gifts to the community:
Returned land to be used for educational purposes.