Is Reconciliation dead? Ethical and Respectful Engagement with Indigenous Communities

Session Description

This event is part of The BRIDGE Indigenous Enterprises and Social Finance workshop series.

Is Reconciliation dead? Examining the truth in “Truth and Reconciliation” in the context of ethical and respectful engagement with Indigenous communities

Facilitators:

• Kelly Crawford, Anishinaabe-kwe from M’Chigeeng First Nation on Mnidoo Munising, Assistant Director, Indigenous Initiatives | University of Toronto Scarborough
• Helen Bobiwash, Anishinaabe-kwe, Independent Accountant, FCPA,FCMA, CAFM

Some Indigenous youth are claiming Reconciliation is dead, after conflict with the RCMP and the Canadian state. Join us for this interactive session as we explore the answers to the following:

• How do we put Truth before Reconciliation?
• What does it mean to live and work on Indigenous land?
• What actions can you take in your work and life to build respectful relationships?
• How do I engaging in business with Indigenous communities ethically and respectfully?