06/21/2024
As part of our commitment to truth and reconciliation, we prioritize learning about Indigenous history and the effects of colonial systems on Indigenous people today. One of the ways we do this is through planned team activities that encourage learning and reflection.
Recently, we visited the UBC Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre. During our visit, we explored their interactive timeline of residential schools in Canada and learned about the Centre's important work—from education and community outreach, to supporting residential school survivors and their families.
Key takeaways from our visit include:
🔸 A better understanding of the impact of residential schools on people today
🔸 Awareness of the many resources available to learn about Canada’s history
🔸 Insights into past and present colonial practices and their impact on Indigenous people
We understand that education is key to the journey of reconciliation and that all non-Indigenous people in Canada need to learn the truth about the atrocities of our past. To learn about the Centre and plan a visit with your team, check out their website: https://bit.ly/45ESIbA
A big thank you to the Centre for its work, and to our guide Jess, who shared valuable insights and provided resources for further learning.
The Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (IRSHDC) at UBC addresses the colonial impacts of Residential Schools and other policies imposed by the Canadian government on Indigenous Peoples, and ensures that this history is acknowledged, examined and understood within the UBC community...