Notre équipe

Reconnaissance territoriale personnelle

With gratitude, I acknowledge that I am on Treaty 6 territory in Edmonton - a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and travelling route of the traditional and ancestral territories of the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux. This territory is also home to the Métis Settlements and the Métis Nation of Alberta, Regions 2, 3 and 4 within the historical Northwest Métis Homeland. Edmonton is known as Amiskwacîwâskahikan in Cree, which translates to "Beaver Hills House" and I am grateful to have the privilidge to work, live and play here. I recognize that I’m able to explore the lands around me because of those who have cared for them, and that learning their history has deepened my connection and sense of gratitude for the land. I am committed to understanding the history of all those Indigenous, Inuit and Metis people who reside here, past and present, and all of the harmful policies that have impacted all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Treaty 6 was signed in 1876 and extends across central Saskatchewan and Alberta. It was signed by the nations who inhabited the area as they were concerned about starvation becasue of the diminishing Bison and other large game. As a descendant of European settlers, I understand my role as a visitor is to commit to listening, learning, and honoring the truth of colonialism and to build relationships rooted in respect, reconciliation, and a shared responsibility. I hope that these actions we commit to doing together will create a future of healing and understanding that leads to greater equity so that future generations are able to thrive together.