Elizabeth and Steve Britton have been recognized with the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal for their unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Montreal's growing Indigenous and unhoused populations. For years, they have dedicated their time to ensure that not only food is provided, but also dignity and support is given to the unhoused population in Montreal which has been on the rise recently. A Mission Born From Compassion From regret, they got sprung into action: "We once...
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Our Latest Stewardship Blog Rev. Brenna Baker celebrates the small acts of giving that surround us, and shares how to inspire and capture the spark of generosity in your community in this month’s blog: What I Learned About Generosity From Holiday Shopping. Mission and Service The 2025 Mission and Service Goal Setting form is here. Are you a Mission and Service Enthusiast/Volunteer. Please let us know so we can add you to our e-mail list and send you regular updates and resources!...
Something to ponder The anti-potlatch law, implemented by the Canadian government in 1884 as a modification to the Indian Act, aimed to eliminate Indigenous cultures, traditions, and autonomy. The potlatch, a profoundly important ceremonial occasion among various Indigenous tribes of the Pacific Northwest, especially the Haida, Kwakwaka’wakw, and Nuu-chah-nulth peoples, served as a symbol of wealth distribution, social hierarchy, and governance. The legislation rendered potlatch and other...
Something to ponder The Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management Act signifies a crucial advancement in the pursuit of Indigenous self-governance and land ownership in Canada. Ratified in 1996, the Framework Agreement permits First Nations to exempt themselves from 34 land-related provisions of the Indian Act, so granting them the autonomy to govern their lands and resources in accordance with their own laws and customs. The accord resulted in the establishment of the First Nations...
Something to ponder The Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (RCAP) was a very consequential investigation in Canadian history, initiated to tackle the intricate and enduring challenges confronting Indigenous peoples in Canada. Formed in 1991 following the Oka Crisis, the Commission was assigned the responsibility of examining the connection between Indigenous peoples, the Canadian government, and society at large. The 1996 final report presented a thorough examination of the past and...
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