Westwood Truth and Reconciliation Resources

Engaging in relationship with our Indigenous neighbours.

What can we do?

Learn: explore these resources and opportunities for places to start
Listen: with an open heart and an open mind
Show up when invited: check out the posts below for upcoming events. 5 Tips for Photographing Cultural Events with respect and sensitivity,.
Engage in some or all of these 150 Acts of Reconciliation
Support indigenous enterprises: our consumer choices matter.

Territorial Land Acknowledgements: Going Beyond the Script

What is the purpose? How do I make my own?

This video and further resources from the University of Alberta are a place to start.

First Nation Protocol: Thanking the Host first Nation Why You Should -Bob Joseph

Tobacco Offering Protocol

First N ations Child and Family Caring Society:

Stands with First Nations children, youth and families so they have equitable opportunities to grow up safely at home, be healthy, get a good education and be proud of who they are.”

Wondering what you as an individual can actually do? Start here for positive ways to participate.

We are RAVEN

Join us in our mission to provide access to justice for Indigenous Nations.

Books & More

Edmonton Public Library

Has a wealth of information by, for, and about Indigenous Peoples, as well as opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of reconciliation and how it impacts all Canadians.

Mâmawôayâwin is the program for Indigenous Services at EPL.

The name means “all being together” in Nehiyawewin (Plains Cree). It is a reflection of EPL’s intention to bring Indigenous and non-Indigenous Peoples together to learn, discuss and celebrate under various topics.