Sep 15, 2023
On Saturday, September 16, 2023, Siksika Health Services and the Calgary Hitmen hosted the Every Child Matters Traditional Powwow at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Mohkinstsis. By commemorating the legacy of Residential School survivors, and those who never returned home, we participate in a vital component of the Reconciliation process. The Every Child Matters name is …
Aug 31, 2023
Throughout the month of September and in particular, on Saturday, September 30, we commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, an occasion dedicated to raising awareness among Canadians about the legacy of Residential Schools. This day holds the purpose of both educating and reminding us about this history, paying tribute to the victims and …
Aug 21, 2023
As a newly minted Aboriginal Procurement Champion, Rise Consulting has taken another step to foster meaningful relationships and expand our supplier diversity as we aim to advance economic opportunities for Indigenous businesses. “Supporting Indigenous suppliers is important for the economy and gives any organization (including Rise!) a competitive advantage for multiple reasons. When supporting Indigenous suppliers to …
Aug 09, 2023
If you are interested to learn more about how the Métis gained recognition as Indigenous Peoples and as a Nation, “The True Canadians: Forgotten Nevermore”, is a book written by Patricia Russell and David Wylynko to commemorate that it’s been 40 years since the Métis were recognized in Canada’s Constitution Act. The title refers to …
