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Kawartha Lakes adopts new Indigenous Peoples related policies

Ron Davidson

Jun 30, 2022
2 min

Kawartha Lakes adopts new Indigenous Peoples related policies

DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: On National Indigenous Peoples Day, Tuesday, June 21st, the City of Kawartha Lakes officially adopted multiple policies in regards to First Nations people and a new land acknowledgement. “The policies respond to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Calls to Action to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation,” a Kawartha Lakes press release stated. One of the adopted policie

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Ontario Celebrates National Indigenous History Month

Ron Davidson

Jun 3, 2022
1 min

Ontario Celebrates National Indigenous History Month

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time for all Ontarians to recognize and honour the rich and diverse histories and current realities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples across the province and Canada. It is an important opportunity to learn more about the distinct cultures, languages and experiences of Indigenous peoples, as well as how their contributions and achievements have, and continue to, shape our province and country. Indigenous peoples continue to

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Ron Davidson

Jun 3, 2022
2 min

TLDSB looking to build trust with and break down barriers or Indigenous students

DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The Trillium Lakelands District School Board is attempting to remove barriers to learning for their Indigenous students. At a board meeting, on Tuesday, May 24th, Superintendent Jennifer Johnston provided trustees with an update on the board’s equity and inclusion efforts. Specifically, in her presentation, she discussed Indigenous education and the state of education for the board’s Indigenous students. “We have an Indigenous educatio

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Funding will promote public awareness and healing for 39 member First Nations

Ron Davidson

Apr 8, 2022
2 min

Funding will promote public awareness and healing for 39 member First Nations

CURTIS LINDSAY, Office of Indigenous Affairs Ontario is providing $412,500 to support the Anishinabek Nation with a range of initiatives, to educate and inform the public about the history and legacy of the Indian Residential School (IRS) System in its territory, and to help Survivors living in the 39 Anishinabek Nation member First Nations share their stories. This funding will support commemoration, research and information sharing, as well as education, outreach, and suppo

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Letter to the Editor

Ron Davidson

Apr 8, 2022
1 min

Letter to the Editor

Trudeau’s proposal to end boil water advisories on all First Nations Lands, by 2025 and before the new Liberal/NDP pact comes to an end, is totally unacceptable, especially in a country possessing great expertise in water purification technology. A more reasonable deadline is October, 2023. The Trudeau Government does not need a pact with the NDP to implement water purification technologies on First Nations Lands. Jim McEwen Bowmanville #firstnations #indigenous #lettertothee

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Dear Editor,

Ron Davidson

Dec 9, 2021
1 min

Dear Editor,

My name is Barbara Blower, Coordinator of Maamawi Collective. We are contacting you to ask for your help as we create public awareness of Truth & Reconciliation, inspired by “TRC Call to Action 53, Part 4”, to promote public dialogue, public/private partnerships, and public initiatives for reconciliation” in support of a National Council for Reconciliation. We realize that Covid Restrictions have hampered the fundraising efforts of many local volunteer organizations, includin

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Brock Township seeks Indigenous input following image, sign concerns

Ron Davidson

Nov 25, 2021
2 min

Brock Township seeks Indigenous input following image, sign concerns

by The Standard | November 25th, 2021 Podcast https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Brock-Indigenous-sign-concerns-Nov-25th-2021-The-girls.wav DAN CEARNS, The Standard BROCK: A concern regarding a couple of installations at the Beaverton Harbour has encouraged Brock Council to make more steps towards Indigenous reconciliation. At a meeting on Monday, November 22nd, Allison Bishop told councillors she was dismayed when she saw a mural and historical inform

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November 8th marks National Aboriginal Veterans Day

Ron Davidson

Nov 11, 2021
2 min

November 8th marks National Aboriginal Veterans Day

MWO SHELDON QUINN, 3rd Canadian Division Indigenous Advisor Aboriginal Canadians have been part of our proud military history for over 200 years. During the War of 1812, they were vital allies in the protection of Canada, helping protect the citizens of this emerging country from attacks and invasions of Americans. Since then, thousands have served bravely in both World Wars and the Korean War. Without their sacrifices, we might not have the Canada we have today. Some of thes

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Indigenous Veterans

Ron Davidson

Nov 11, 2021
5 min

Indigenous Veterans

Veterans Affairs Canada The First Nations, Métis and Inuit people of Canada have a long and proud tradition of military service to our country. While exact statistics are difficult to determine, the rate of Indigenous participation in Canada’s military efforts over the years has been impressive. These determined volunteers were often forced to overcome many challenges to serve in uniform, from learning a new language and adapting to cultural differences to having to travel gr

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Statement from Erin O’Toole

Ron Davidson

Nov 11, 2021
1 min

Statement from Erin O’Toole

The Hon. Erin O’Toole, Leader of Canada’s Conservatives and the Official Opposition, released the following statement on the Liberal government’s announcement that they would raise the Canadian flag after over five months: “Canada’s flag is our most important national symbol, which represents not only our dream for a better country, but our past. That’s why Canada’s Conservatives have been calling for the flag to be raised today, with the start of Remembrance Week. “It was ap

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Remembrance and Thanksgiving

Ron Davidson

Nov 11, 2021
4 min

Remembrance and Thanksgiving

The faculty we have to recall the past, to reflect on its meanings to us, to enter into the feelings this invokes, and then bathe, partly born in it, again. It’s a profound blessing to wonder at what has already occurred and find something new or rejuvenating. It’s a kind of exercise we all move in, like trying to hold running water in our hands. We manage for a moment, and that moment shares its power in measures to us once again. Today has its meaning as well, at least to u

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Ron Davidson

Nov 4, 2021
1 min

Ontario recognizes Sixth Annual Treaties Recognition Week

CURTIS LINDSAY, Office of the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs, issued the following statement on Monday November 4th, regarding Treaties Recognition Week: “This week, Ontario is marking the sixth annual Treaties Recognition Week by encouraging students and the public to learn about treaties from diverse Indigenous perspectives and supporting greater understanding of the importance of treaties in Ontario. Our government is working t

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Ron Davidson

Nov 4, 2021
1 min

Dear Editor – truth and reconciliation

We are a settler collective, based in Uxbridge, Ontario, who have been inspired by the Truth and Reconciliation Call to Action 53, Part 4. to: “Promote Public Dialogue, Public/Private Partnerships, and Public Initiatives for Reconciliation” in support of a National Council for Reconciliation: continuing to acknowledge First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples are “not history – they’re still here.” On Monday, November 8th, 2021, at 11 a.m., Maamawi Collective will acknowledge Na

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Ontario government making Indigenous education available for students in Grades 1 to 3

Ron Davidson

Oct 7, 2021
1 min

Ontario government making Indigenous education available for students in Grades 1 to 3

DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard DURHAM/KAWARTHA: The Ontario government is making changes to the elementary school curriculum to allow for more education about Indigenous peoples. “Already, the curriculum includes mandatory and detailed learning in the social studies, grade four to six courses, and in history in grade four, grades seven, and eight and ten. [This] includes mandatory learning on residential schools in grades eight and ten. Bui

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Ron Davidson

Sep 30, 2021
2 min

Kawartha Lakes recognizing Truth and Reconciliation Day

Kawartha Lakes recognizing Truth and Reconciliation Day by The Standard | Podcast September 30th, 2021 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/KL-Truth-n-Reconciliation-Day-Sept-30th-2021.mp3 DAN CEARN, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for the Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The City of Kawartha Lakes is recognizing the newly created National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. At a meeting on Tuesday, September 21st, members of council were wearing orange shir

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The History of Orange Shirt Day

Ron Davidson

Sep 30, 2021
3 min

The History of Orange Shirt Day

Woodland Cultural Centre Orange Shirt Day happens every year on September 30th. It began as a way to honour all of the Indigenous children that attended residential schools in Canada. It has since become an opportunity to educate and remember the tragedy of residential schools and the cruel circumstances that Indigenous children experienced. Approximately 150,000 Indigenous children from all across the country from 1828 – 1996 were taken away from their homes, stripped of the

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Ron Davidson

Sep 30, 2021
2 min

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30th, 2021, marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the lost Children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is vital for the reconciliation process. The creation of this federal statutory holiday was through legislative amendments made by Parliament. On June 3rd, 2021, Bill C-5, an Act to amend the Bills

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James Bartleman Award Recognizes Indigenous Students for their Creative Writing

Ron Davidson

Jun 17, 2021
2 min

James Bartleman Award Recognizes Indigenous Students for their Creative Writing

ALEXANDRA TICHINOFF, Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Ontario is honouring six talented Indigenous students with the James Bartleman Indigenous Youth Creative Writing Award. The 2018 and 2019 award recipients are being recognized for writing remarkable stories which illustrate powerful and personal accounts of their unique perspectives and challenges, helping to promote literacy among Indigenous youth. “On behalf of the people of Ontario, I offer my gratitude and

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Ron Davidson

May 13, 2021
2 min

Province partners with Chiefs of Ontario to create First Nation-led Prosperity Table

CURTIS LINDSAY, Office of the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs The Ontario government is supporting the creation of a First Nations Economic Growth and Prosperity Table (Prosperity Table) to help support economic advancement and well-being of Indigenous communities. The Chiefs of Ontario (COO) secretariat coordinates a political forum for collective decision-making, action, and advocacy for the 133 First Nations within Ontario. Socio-economic barriers faced by Indigenous people

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Ron Davidson

Feb 18, 2021
1 min

Metis Nation of Ontario announces two new services for Seniors

The Metis Nation of Ontario (MNO) recognizes that seniors are our most vulnerable population during this time and that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this issue exponentially as seniors have been forced to limit their social activities as well as contact with their families and support systems in efforts to remain healthy and safe. To support our Senior Citizens during these unprecedented times of isolation the MNO is pleased to announce two new services for se

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