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We are all treaty people: Canadian society and reconciliation
28 October 2024 - by Michael Etherington, Manager of Indigenous Relationships, and Christina Sanakidis, Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
“Reconciliation includes anyone with an open heart and an open mind who is willing to look to the...read more
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Marking Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024
06 September 2024 - by Michael Etherington, Manager of Indigenous Relationships, and Christina Sanakidis, Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
For the children taken. For the parents left behind.In the beginningThe Indian Residential School...read more
A brief history of Emancipation Day and Month in Canada
24 July 2024 - by Christina Sanakidis, Manager – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
In Ontario, several communities started celebrating Emancipation Day to mark the day in 1834 when...read more
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Treaties Recognition Week: Understanding wampum belts and treaties
02 November 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
"Treaties are not about giving rights to Indigenous Peoples, but rather, they are about...read more
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Marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
25 September 2023 - by Jenna Robar, Manager of Indigenous Relationships
The Indian Residential School Survivors Society is available to survivors and their families at...read more
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Unveiling the truth: Remembering Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relations
07 September 2023 - by Jenna Robar, Manager of Indigenous Relationships
This blog post is about a sensitive topic. Here are resources to help.Hope for Wellness Helpline:...read more
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Artwork celebrates Indigenous History, Pride and Seniors Month
01 June 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
June is a time to celebrate Indigenous History, Pride and Seniors Month.This year, our charity...read more
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June is National Indigenous History Month, Pride and Seniors Month
31 May 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
June is a month full of celebrations, reflections, examinations, and new learnings.This month, we...read more
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Understanding our continued commitment to Reconciliation
20 June 2022 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
June 21 is Indigenous Peoples Day across Turtle Island, the area also known as Canada. This day...read more
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Spotlighting Indigenous events and voices to mark Orange Shirt Day
29 September 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
The Indian Residential School Survivors Society is available to survivors and their families at...read more
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