Cultural Learnings
Learning and Engagement Opportunities
You are invited to take part in the following cultural learning opportunities:
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sept 30, 2019 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Orange Shirt day *Information opportunity | The lobby of St. Albert Place, Red Willow Trail, Healing Garden |
| July 3, 2019 6 p.m. | Smudging *Information opportunity | Kâkesimokamik/the St. Albert Healing Garden |
| June 23, 2019 11:15 a.m. | Flag Raising Ceremony to mark St. Albert's National Aboriginal Day Celebration *Information opportunity | St. Albert Place Entrance |
| May 16, 2019 6 to 8 p.m. | Focus Groups *Engagement opportunity | Musée Heritage Museum |
| May 14, 2019 6 to 8 p.m. | Focus Groups *Engagement opportunity | Juneau House |
| May 11, 2019 1 to 3 p.m. | Focus Groups *Engagement opportunity | Art Gallery |
| May 6-10, 2019 2 to 8 p.m. | Tea and Talking Circles *Engagement opportunity | The lobby of St. Albert Place |
| May 4, 2019 1 to 3 p.m. | Focus Groups *Engagement opportunity | St. Albert Public Library |
| April 30, 2019 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Truth & Reconciliation: A Celebration of Music and Storytelling *Information opportunity | Arden Theatre |
| April 17, 2019 1 to 3 p.m. | Launch event for Payhonin Reconciliation St. Albert *Information opportunity | St. Albert Curling Club |
Definitions
Reconciliation
Reconciliation refers to the effort being undertaken to increase understanding and restore balanced relationships among Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) reviewed the traumatic impact residential schools had on seven generations of Indigenous children and explored ways Canada could support the healing process. As part of its work, the TRC identified calls to action that municipalities can take to further the work of reconciliation.
Payhonin
Payhonin is a term that may be interpreted in a variety of ways. Members of the Indigenous community, including Elders and Knowledge Keepers, have different perspectives on the use of the term and its meaning. As we continue to learn and listen, we will gain a deeper understanding of Payhonin.
One way to think of the term Payhonin is referring not to a specific location like St. Albert, but rather as a place for something to happen. Each reference to Payhonin has context for a given place and time. In the case of our working circle, we are using Payhonin to refer to our community’s collective journey towards reconciliation.
Indigenous
Indigenous is an inclusive term that represents three distinct groups of people: First Nations, Métis and Inuit.
Last edited: January 22, 2020
