Living Into Right Relations (LIRR)

Something to ponder With far-reaching effects on successive generations of Indigenous communities, residential schools represent a tragic chapter in the history of indigenous peoples worldwide. These institutions caused severe harm to people, families, and cultures...

Something to ponder National Indigenous Languages Day was celebrated on March 31st. This day honors the linguistic diversity and cultural richness of indigenous communities in Canada, where more than 70 Indigenous Languages are spoken, according to Statistics Canada....

Something to ponder Tragically, water—a symbol of life and a fundamental human right—is out of reach for a large number of Indigenous communities across Canada. Even though Canada is one of the richest countries in the world, its inability to provide Indigenous...

Something to ponder Indigenous Peoples in Canada have long been the target of social discrimination stemming from structural prejudices and historical practices that uphold marginalisation, injustice, and cultural erasure. An important piece of Canadian history, the...

Something to ponder World Day of Social Justice, which was celebrated on February 20th, brings me to reflect about where we are today, in Canada, as regards to social justice towards Indigenous Peoples. The legacy of centuries of colonisation, eviction, and cultural...

Something to ponder The horrifying reality of violence against women, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, casts a long shadow over the conscience of Canada's diverse society. Here, I wish to highlight the particular difficulties encountered by Indigenous women as well...

Something to ponder The importance of education in the continuous effort to create a just and equitable society cannot be understated. It acts as a potent force and catalyst for social change, especially in the area of social justice, which is the main focus of...

The goal of Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera is to emphasise Indigenous justice activities while facilitating contact between Indigenous and non-Indigenous organisations. We will target urgent concerns including housing, food security, child welfare, healthcare, and...