ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — The participation of non-Indigenous people in Friday’s Truth and Reconciliation Day ceremony in St. John’s demonstrated public support ...
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Organizers estimate between 400 and 500 people showed up for the public event Friday evening, Sept. 30, where everyone had a chance to take part in a prayer release ceremony by tossing tobacco ties into a fire. The result was almost 200 calls for action in four areas: culture, justice, health and wellness, and human security.
“I just feel like changing place names and attempting to increase the visibility of Indigenous presence are important, but they’re not substantial enough. What we need to see is real action, and real action refers to policy changes that can be implemented immediately. We can implement a reconciliation council immediately.
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