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Reconciliation Action Group YYC
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The Reconciliation Action Group (RAG), exists to amplify Indigenous voices working to hold institutions and governments accountable for the implementation of the TRC 94 Calls to Action, MMIWG2S 231 Calls to Justice, Pathways to Justice (Alberta) & UNDRIP
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Support Line 1-844-413-6649

An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
November 26, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.6

The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.4 4.6 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO IMMEDIATELY COMMENCE THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW HOUSING AND THE PROVISION OF REPAIRS FOR EXISTING HOUSING TO MEET THE HOUSING NEEDS OF INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE. THIS CONSTRUCTION AND PROVISION OF REPAIRS MUST ENSURE THAT INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE HAVE ACCESS TO HOUSING THAT IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE TO GEOGRAPHIC AND CULTURAL NEEDS, AND AVAILABLE WHEREVER THEY RESIDE, WHETHER IN URBAN, RURAL, REMOTE, OR INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES.
November 26, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.5

The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.3 4.5 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO ESTABLISH A GUARANTEED ANNUAL LIVABLE INCOME FOR ALL CANADIANS, INCLUDING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES, TO MEET ALL THEIR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC NEEDS. THIS INCOME MUST TAKE INTO ACCOUNT DIVERSE NEEDS, REALITIES, AND GEOGRAPHIC LOCATIONS.
November 26, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.5 & 4.6

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice
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November 26, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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Support Line 1-844-413-6649

An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.4
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.4 4.4 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO PROVIDE SUPPORTS AND RESOURCES FOR EDUCATIONAL, TRAINING, AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE. THESE PROGRAMS MUST BE AVAILABLE WITHIN ALL INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES.
November 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.3
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
November 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.3 & 4.4

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.1 and 4.2 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
November 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Support Line 1-844-413-6649
An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.2
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group 4.2 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO RECOGNIZE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ RIGHT TO SELF-DETERMINATION IN THE PURSUIT OF ECONOMIC SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT. ALL GOVERNMENTS MUST SUPPORT AND RESOURCE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL PROGRESS AND DEVELOPMENT ON AN EQUITABLE BASIS, AS THESE MEASURES ARE REQUIRED TO UPHOLD THE HUMAN DIGNITY, LIFE, LIBERTY, AND SECURITY OF INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE. ALL GOVERNMENTS MUST SUPPORT AND RESOURCE COMMUNITY-BASED SUPPORTS AND SOLUTIONS DESIGNED TO IMPROVE SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC SECURITY, LED BY INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE. THIS SUPPORT MUST COME WITH LONG-TERM, SUSTAINABLE FUNDING DESIGNED TO MEET THE NEEDS AND OBJECTIVES AS DEFINED BY INDIGENOUS PEOPLES AND COMMUNITIES.
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.1
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.1 4.1 We call upon all governments to uphold the social and economic rights of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people by ensuring that Indigenous Peoples have services and infrastructure that meet their social and economic needs. All governments must immediately ensure that Indigenous Peoples have access to safe housing, clean drinking water, and adequate food.
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.1 & 4.2

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Governments: Human Security 4.1 and 4.2 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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Alt text: Hazed Ocean tree and mountain skyline with whale in the foreground returning underwater with haze of mist following. White text reads Sphenia is proceeding with the next steps in the class action and is calling all survivors to join her. “I want it to go around the world. I want everybody (survivors) to talk about what happened to them,” she said. “If I settle out of court, it would be just like me asking for the money and that’s it. I don’t want no damn money.” She said that she hopes her healing journey will help find where the children are buried, and inspire other survivors to follow a similar path in speaking out and seeking justice against the atrocities committed against them. Alt text: Hazed Ocean tree and mountain skyline with whale in the foreground returning underwater with haze of mist following. White text reads “I want all First Nations people to do what I’m doing. They always say, ‘Save our children.’ This is the way we’re saving our children,” she said. “We’re saving our children from the future because things haven’t stopped yet. They’re still taking our children.” Quotes from Indiginews Aaron Hemens, April 18, 2024
November 14, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Picture of smiling Haida Elder Sphenia Jones pointing to a screen at the Calgary courthouse with her name and court room white text reads Congratulations Sphenia Jones for a historic win today! Alt text: Hazed Ocean tree and mountain skyline with whale in the foreground returning underwater with haze of mist following. White text reads Sphenia a Haida Elder and residential “school” survivor travelled to Calgary to stand up to disgraced Catholic priest and Residential “school” denialist Marcin Mironiuk who did not show the courage to attend court himself. Alt text: Hazed Ocean tree and mountain skyline with whale in the foreground returning underwater with haze of mist following. White text reads Lawyers for the disgraced priest and his co-defendants, Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton and The Oblate Fathers of Assumption attempted to block her proposed class action lawsuit and failed. The lawyers argued Residential “school” survivors were a homogenous group, equating Residential “school” survivors with those in chosen professions such as taxi drivers, lawyers and cashiers. Claiming survivors could not be harmed as a group by words of denial and without a specific person targeted the defamation action should not proceed. Fortunately, this shameful argument was not accepted by the court.
November 14, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Sphenia Jones is forced to return to Calgary Nov 28th to face continued legal abuse from the Catholic Church.

Find the Go Fund Me link below at watch for updates for court support.

www.gofundme.com/f/defamation...
Alt text: Outdoor picture with sky in the background and Haida Elder Sphenia Jones smiling and looking to the sky. Grey text box with white text overlays the bottom and reads Sphenia Jones is forced to return to Calgary Nov 28th to face more legal abuse from the Catholic Church Alt text: Hazed Ocean tree and mountain skyline with whale in the foreground returning underwater with haze of mist following. White square of text block from Instagram account @matriachalcircle Text reads Support Sphenia Jones, Haida Elder and Residential School Survivor, in her Fight for Justice. Sphenia Jones needs our support in travel, accommodation and meal costs while in Calgary during trial, an estimated 10 days. Sphenia, a courageous Haida elder from Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, is facing a court battle with the Catholic Church over defamation. At the age of 11, she was taken from her family and send to the Edmonton Indian Residential School, where she endured significant trauma, including being punished for speaking her native language and witnessing the abuse of other children. (globalnews.ca) Alt text: Hazed Ocean tree and mountain skyline with whale in the foreground returning underwater with haze of mist following. White square of text block from Instagram account @matriachalcircle Text reads Sphenia has expressed her commitment to this cause, stating: “I went to court last year, but I have to go back at the end of this month. I am doing this not just for myself, but for all the children still in unmarked graves and those still suffering from all the trauma we endured.” (Ticktok)
November 14, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Support Line 1-844-413-6649
An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.7
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group 3.7 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO PROVIDE CONTINUAL AND ACCESSIBLE HEALING PROGRAMS AND SUPPORT FOR ALL CHILDREN OF MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS. SPECIFICALLY, WE CALL FOR THE PERMANENT ESTABLISHMENT OF A FUND AKIN TO THE ABORIGINAL HEALING FOUNDATION AND RELATED FUNDING. THESE FUNDS AND THEIR ADMINISTRATION MUST BE INDEPENDENT FROM GOVERNMENT AND MUST BE DISTINCTIONS-BASED. THERE MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND EQUITABLE ALLOCATION OF SPECIFIC MONIES WITHIN THE FUND FOR INUIT, MÉTIS, AND FIRST NATIONS PEOPLES.
November 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.6
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.6 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO ENSURE SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY IN THE FUNDING OF SERVICES FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE, AS WELL AS SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY FOR INDIGENOUS-RUN HEALTH SERVICES. FURTHER, GOVERNMENTS MUST ENSURE THAT JURISDICTIONAL DISPUTES DO NOT RESULT IN THE DENIAL OF RIGHTS AND SERVICES. THIS INCLUDES MANDATED PERMANENT FUNDING OF HEALTH SERVICES FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE ON A CONTINUAL BASIS, REGARDLESS OF JURISDICTIONAL LINES, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND STATUS AFFILIATION OR LACK THEREOF.
November 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.6 to 3.7
The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.6 to 3.7 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
November 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Support Line 1-844-413-6649

An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.5
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and wellness 3.5 We call upon all governments to establish culturally competent and responsive crisis response teams in all communities and regions, to meet the immediate needs of an Indigenous person, family, and/or community after a traumatic event (murder, accident, violent event, etc.), alongside ongoing support.
November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.4
The full report can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Top text in white Calls for Justice. Bottom right corner Instagram address @reconciliation_action_group Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.4 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO ENSURE THAT ALL INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES RECEIVE IMMEDIATE AND NECESSARY RESOURCES, INCLUDING FUNDING AND SUPPORT, FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SUSTAINABLE, PERMANENT, NO-BARRIER, PREVENTATIVE, ACCESSIBLE, HOLISTIC, WRAPAROUND SERVICES, INCLUDING MOBILE TRAUMA AND ADDICTIONS RECOVERY TEAMS. WE FURTHER DIRECT THAT TRAUMA AND ADDICTIONS TREATMENT PROGRAMS BE PAIRED WITH OTHER ESSENTIAL SERVICES SUCH AS MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND TRAFFICKING SERVICES AS THEY RELATE TO EACH INDIVIDUAL CASE OF FIRST NATIONS, INUIT, AND MÉTIS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE.
November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.4 to 3.5
The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous
Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Governments: Health and Wellness 3.4 to 3.5 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca
November 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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November 8th Indigenous Veterans Day

First Nations, Inuit and Métis people in Canada have a long and proud tradition of military service

Learn more about Indigenous Veterans

#Indigenous #IndigenousVeteransDay
Alt text: What background with veins in background, beaded poppy in the middle black text below November 8th Indigenous Veterans Day MBCRadio.com By Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald @Reconciliation_Action_Group Alt text: What background with veins in background, red bubble with white text Indigenous people have always fought to protect their land, but Indigenous Soldiers returning home after serving in the First and Second World had their status taken away and were not given the same recognition their white peers did. Top of red bubble a red poppy in left corner and under red bubble to the right MBCRadio.com By Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Alt text: What background with veins in background, red bubble with white text Because Indigenous veterans were often overlooked, in 1994 in Winnipeg Manitoba, the first Indigenous Remembrance Day was recognized on Nov. 8 to honour their service, resilience and leadership, while also recognizing the unique challenges they face during and after military service. The Blood Tribe will be hosting their 31st Remembrance Day ceremony on Nov. 11 to honour tribe members who have served. Top of red bubble a red poppy in left corner and under red bubble to the right MBCRadio.com By Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald
November 8, 2025 at 5:57 AM
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For Immediate Release

Calgary Police Enforcement Blitz November 5, 2025

See our full statement

#yyccc #CPS #94callstoaction #231callsforjustice #Indigenous #Treaty7
City of Calgary Mayor and Councillors, It is with great disappointment that our first communication to the newly formed council of the City of Calgary is to speak to an act of reprehensible violent raids perpetrated by the Calgary Police Service upon the most vulnerable residents. There can be no confusion that this was an act of deliberate harm and the continued genocide of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, who as you know disproportionately represent the population of homelessness in Calgary, as a direct result colonial violence. Targeting, arresting and dismantling desperate survival conditions of the most vulnerable people in the city will do nothing but perpetuate harm and cause further trauma. The loss of belongings, punitive fines and jail terms serve only to put the means of survival further from reach. Shelters and group facilities are not alternatives to housing and culturally appropriate wrap around services; they are places where people are forced to give up loved pets and belongings and are subjected to physical and emotional violence. Police sweeps are colonial tactics used to further displace vulnerable people and incarcerate Indigenous peoples to continue the displacement and assimilation tactics of land theft. They are not, as police Chief McLellan states “a collaborative and compassionate approach to addressing concerns about disorder and violent crime.” The measured and misleading language from the police Chief including statements such as “Arresting is connecting,” and “Arrests will be made when necessary, but always with dignity and care.” are intended to deliberately manipulate the public and camouflage the violence of raids and imprisonment each of the victims of Wednesday’s attacks will suffer from. Crime rhetoric weaponized during the recent municipal election is now being used to gain public sympathies for the acts of violence by the police. Many of the victims of these raids are Residential School survivors - the depravity of thi… This city is situated on Treaty 7 Territory, a councillor or mayor has a duty to represent residents as good Treaty partners, honouring the true intent and spirit of Treaty 7, and the responsibility to protect from colonial institutions, the rights of Indigenous peoples to live in freedom, peace and security. We have a duty to ensure the care of survivors by acting on the fulfillment of all 94 Calls to Action and ending the continuing violence with the full implementation of the 231 Calls for Justice. Non-Indigenous people carry the responsibility for the governing structures of Canada, its provinces and municipalities and an obligation to end the colonial violence that continues today. Each one of us is responsible for dismantling the systems that harm children first.
November 7, 2025 at 5:50 PM