Sharing Stories

From Awareness To Action: The National Indigenous Economic Strategy

Nov 28, 2024

Story shared by Hayley Roulstone  This year marks the second anniversary of the National Indigenous Economic Strategy (NIES), a groundbreaking Indigenous-led document outlining 107 Calls to Economic Prosperity for achieving economic prosperity for all Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island. The NIES is built on four Strategic Pathways: People, Lands, Infrastructure, and Finance. Each pathway has a vision that defines desired …

2024 Seasonal Gift Guide

Nov 28, 2024

Welcome to our fourth annual seasonal gift guide! This year, we’re excited to showcase a fresh collection of Indigenous-owned businesses to make your 2024 holiday shopping meaningful. Our theme, From the Land, celebrates cozy essentials like bannock, tea, moccasins and books. We’ve brought back beloved favourites and added some new gems to inspire your gift-giving. …

Three Years of Growth at Rise: Courage, Kindness and the Reconciliation Journey 

Oct 10, 2024

Story shared by Najah Al-Atassi As I celebrate my third anniversary with Rise, I find myself reflecting deeply on our core values: Kindness, Trust, Community, Courage, Shared Value, and Knowledge. Over the years, these values have not only shaped the way we work but have also profoundly impacted how I approach my personal life.  One …

From Awareness to Action: Responding to the Calls to Justice 

Oct 08, 2024

Story shared by Hayley Roulstone  Following the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse People on October 4 the momentum and importance of acting on the calls to justice outlined by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls remains urgent and daily. The …

Learning Journeys at Rise – All Data is Political

Sep 26, 2024

Story shared by Patti Derbyshire As we wave goodbye to summer and look ahead to fall, I was reflecting on the professional development I completed earlier in the summer with Simon Fraser University’s Evaluation for Social Change and Transformational Learning Program. Developed and taught by Reciprocal Consulting’s Kim van der Woerd and Sofia Vitalis, the …

NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION RESOURCE GUIDE 2024

Sep 04, 2024

This month we are preparing for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), a day dedicated to acknowledging the painful legacy of Residential Schools in Canada. Annually on September 30, this day invites all Canadians to learn, reflect, and commit to the ongoing process of Reconciliation.   Originally known as Orange Shirt Day, this movement began …

From Awareness to Action: How Corporate Canada Can Advance Truth and Reconciliation

Aug 14, 2024

Story shared by Hayley Roulstone September is approaching quickly and marks a significant time of reflection and action across Turtle Island as Truth and Reconciliation come to the forefront. Orange t-shirts and “Every Child Matters” signs begin to appear, serving as powerful reminders of the stories of Residential School survivors, including the story behind Orange Shirt …

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: Indigenous Economic Empowerment and Community Resurgence 

Jun 12, 2024

Story shared by Hayley Roulstone and Patti Derbyshire  The contributions of Indigenous activists from generations ago are coming to fruition in ways that are both inspiring and transformative. These pioneers, who bravely fought for their Rights and laid the groundwork for future generations, are now witnessing dreams being realized as Indigenous entrepreneurs, especially women, continue …

2024 National Indigenous History Month Resource Guide

Jun 01, 2024

June is National Indigenous History Month and on Friday, June 21, we also celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD), an occasion to honour the vibrant, diverse cultures of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities. This day is for people across Turtle Island to recognize and acknowledge Indigenous Peoples, their respective cultures, and their sovereignty. Each …