Jun 01, 2023
Photo image: Indigenous Reflections The month of June and June 21 holds a special place in our hearts as we come together to observe and honour National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD). It is a profound occasion where we unite to celebrate and genuinely recognize the invaluable contributions and vibrant cultures …
May 24, 2023
By Annie Korver Founder and Principal It’s been a decade of excitement, happiness and pride since the creation of Rise. Our team has grown and at the invitation of the organizations we have been asked to work alongside we’ve brought strategic focus to efforts to advance Truth and Reconciliation across Turtle Island. The organization is …
May 15, 2023
Thank you Indspire for an incredible evening of inspiration. We laughed, we cried, we star-gazed and we enjoyed the celebration. Congratulations to the 2023 recipients who exemplify Indigenous excellence and whose stories inspire, uplift and educate us about the tremendous contributions Indigenous Peoples make to our country. See you next year! Patti Derbyshire, MA M.Ed. Gillian Hynes MBA, CPHR Angel …
May 11, 2023
At Rise, we call on all Canadians to stand with the Moose Hide Campaign to engage men and boys to end gendered-based violence towards women and girls. Wearing a moose hide signifies your commitment to honour, respect and protect the women and children in your life and to work together to end violence against women …
May 05, 2023
Crystal Blain is an Indigenous team member at Rise, she believes that Reconciliation means creating an understanding of the past, to create a better future for all. WARNING: If the following information is triggering, please call the MMIWG2S Support line at: 1-844-413-6649. Post shared by Crystal Blain. Back in the 1970’s one of my cousin’s daughters …
Apr 15, 2023
WAHKOHTOWIN-NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US PANEL DISCUSSSION DAY 1 | 10:45 – 12:15AM DR. ROSELLE M. GONSALVES Managing Director of Inclusion & Reconciliation AB Financial DEBORAH GREEN Senior Specialist Advisor, Indigenous Workforce Development Suncor Energy GILLIAN HYNES Director of Reconciliation, Inclusion and Strategy RISE Consulting The Workforce Forward countdown is on and Gillian Hynes MBA, CPHR, Roselle M. Gonsalves, …
Apr 15, 2023
At Rise, we honour Two-Spirit and Indigenous LBTQQIA+ Peoples and communities and celebrate the diversity and radiance of their identities, lived experiences and expressions. This is a day of joyous celebration and merriment as we will continue to advocate for Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ visibility, spaces, and achievements. Today marks Two-Spirited and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Celebration …
Mar 08, 2023
At Rise, we honour Indigenous women and girls across the globe for their achievements, resilience and boldness. We also recognize the systematic barriers that often exclude the contributions made by Indigenous women in celebratory spaces. Indigenous women have been marginalized by the impact of colonialism and the impacts of the Residential School system. These impacts …
Feb 28, 2023
Kindness is one of our six values at Rise. Kindness is our culture. We foster a space of honesty, respect and empathy. We listen with two ears, speak with one mouth and act with integrity in all that we do. Today is Pink Shirt Day, an opportunity to take a stand for kindness, wear pink …
