As a transformer of communities and a catalyst for learning and discovering, EPL supports community engagement and learning around the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and its final report and calls-to-action (published in December 2015).
On March 30, 2016, in collaboration with the Aboriginal community, EPL has launched the Exploring Reconciliation. This series of programs, events and information will provide opportunities for Edmontonians to develop a deeper understanding of reconciliation and how it impacts all Canadians. Below is a list of current, upcoming and past programs and events.
Reconciliation through Indigenous Thought
Join Gerald Auger and Leonard Cardinal as they discuss approaching reconciliation through indigenous thought.
Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Clareview Branch
FREE event. Register now.*
Gerald has been learning and practicing traditional knowledge and ceremonies for 20 years. He is a product of Canada’s residential School system for Aboriginal children. He has worked with troubled youth, families and communities. He draws from his personal experiences of abuse as a child and youth to help guide and lead others. He shares his personal growth through the Cree culture, language and ceremonies.
Leonard was born in Athabasca, Alberta and is fluent in both Cree and English. He was raised in the wilderness on a trap-line with his parents and eleven siblings, in a place called Amadou, Alberta. Leonard is an astute student and teacher of the woodland Cree customs.
For more information about related topics such as indigenous languages and aboriginal collections, visit Aboriginal Services page.
Check out past speaker events for Exploring Reconciliation.
*Please note that registration does not guarantee you a seat. It simply allows us to estimate attendance. Please arrive early to ensure you have a seat.
