We respectfully acknowledge that the offices of CCSA are located on the traditional, unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people, whohave been present on this land and its stewards since time immemorial. As a national organization, we also acknowledge that we work on the traditional lands of many distinct nations, including Métis (settlements) and Inuit (Inuit Nunangat, homeland). We are humbled to have the opportunity to be present on these territories.
We pay our respects to and honour First Nations, Métis and Inuit as distinct Peoples and as sovereign Traditional Knowledge keepers. By partnering, listening and engaging during the sharing of Traditional Indigenous Knowledge, history, culture and language, we may begin to understand the meaning of true connection to the earth, air, water, ice and all beings.
In the spirit of reconciliation with First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, CCSA is committed to contributing to making positive changes in our relationship with Indigenous Peoples and to honour the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
