Reconciliation

Thousands of people, dressed in orange, walked through downtown Duncan on Sept. 30, 2021, marking the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. All photos by Philip McLachlan/The Discourse

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Bill Yoachim, in pink shirt and sunglasses, embraces Chief Wyse in regalia and blanket
‘It was time we did something about it’: Village site returned to Snuneymuxw First Nation
Old Howard Johnson hotel site purchased by the province and Snuneymuxw First Nation demonstrates the ‘magic of mediation,’ says minister.
Daniel Elliott of Raven Sky Productions holds eagle feathers against a backdrop of eagles. He is wearing a cedar headband and blanket.
Raven Sky Productions brings Indigenous storytelling to the screen
Local artists Daniel Elliott and David Malysheff partner to highlight Indigenous storytelling in Vancouver Island’s latest film production company.
The entrance to Snuneymuxw First Nation head office
After the City of Nanaimo moved to rezone an ancient Snuneymuxw village site, B.C.’s reconciliation minister stepped in
‘It’s important we allow time for this work to occur,’ the minister said as he offered mediation between the City of Nanaimo, Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Millstone Riverfront developer.
The kwula’xw village site borders what is now called Nanaimo River and sits in the 41 hectares of land returned to Snuneymuxw First Nation.
Snuneymuxw reclaims kwula’xw in Land Back deal that will bring members home
“We are working to ensure more of our people can live here and thrive as the Ancestors intended,” Snuneymuxw Chief Michael Wyse explains.
A banner reads "Every Child Matters"
‘Canada’ and the church must do more for survivors: Randy Fred
The Nuu-Chah-Nulth Elder, who endured nine years at AIRS, reflects on c̓išaaʔatḥ’s findings and what comes next.
xe' xe' Productions performs hwlttsus lhqelts (Jealous Moon) at Sum'shathut festival
Sum’shathut festival welcomes community to Hul’q’umi’num’ celebrations
Founder and curator Tsatassaya (Tracey) White weaves traditional with contemporary for a cultural celebration all can enjoy.

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