• Canada's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation with Sydney Bear

  • Oct 10 2023
  • Length: 44 mins
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Canada's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation with Sydney Bear

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  • Kymrin, Sam, and Scott are joined by their Cree, Saulteaux, and Peguis friend Sydney Bear for this episode, recorded on Canada's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. With the guidance of Sydney, the group examines the potential for land acknowledgments to become performative gestures lacking genuine understanding. The conversation delves into the painful history of residential schools, revealing the deep-seated intergenerational trauma and emphasizing the pressing need for acknowledgment, accountability, and collective healing. Shifting their focus to the Canadian education system, they discuss its inadequacies in representing Indigenous history and advocate for a transformative shift towards narratives shaped by Indigenous voices. The episode concludes with a powerful call to action, urging Canadians to take responsibility for educating themselves on Indigenous history from the perspectives of Indigenous people, fostering a collective effort to dismantle historical inaccuracies and build a future rooted in respect and understanding.
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