Treaty Day and other Fall events
As we transition from a chaotic summer of change into a contemplative fall of recovery and reflection, let us take time to remember our Indigenous relations.
September 22, 2021 - Treaty 7 Day. We commemorate Treaty Day on September 22 in Chinook Winds for the signing of Treaty 7.
Online Regional Town Hall (2 pm - 3:30 pm MDT) - We will take a moment to discuss the history of Treaty 7 and the perspectives of Indigenous peoples on the 144th anniversary of the treaty signing. We will also discuss the Ally Toolkit being developed for the Region by grassroots volunteers and your chance to get involved. Register HERE
Online Treaty Talk - At 7 PM - We will take some time to engage with the text of Treaty 7 and discuss our understandings and information gaps. We will look at what Reconciliation looks like today for our Region and for our communities of faith. Register HERE
September 30, 2021 - Truth and Reconciliation Day (Also, Orange Shirt Day) Join us at 7 PM for an online gathering of ecumenical Indigenous clergy to talk about our paths to reconciliation and the efforts of our interdenominational partners in Indigenous ministry. Registration link to come early next week.
October 4, 2021 - Sisters in Spirit Day (designated in Alberta in 2019 for MMIWG2S and their families). We encourage all to connect with community vigils, small gatherings and socially distanced marches that occur on this day to commemorate the lives of Women, Girls and Two Spirit People and advocate for change to prevent future tragedies.
More event information and registration to come.
Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister, Chinook Winds Region
Our World Indigenous Day session is now uploaded to the Urban Indigenous Circle Youtube Channel.
