Land Acknowledgement

Why We Acknowledge the Land

At Resources, we believe that reconciliation begins with recognition. Including a land acknowledgment is a step toward honouring the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, and recognizing the enduring presence and rights of the Nations whose traditional territories we live and work on. This statement reflects our commitment to truth, learning, and relationship-building as we move forward in a spirit of respect and shared responsibility.

Land Acknowledgment

Resources for Exceptional Children and Youth – Durham Region exists and serves on lands that are the traditional and treaty territories of the Nations covered under the Williams Treaties, including the Mississaugas, a branch of the Anishinaabeg  Nation, which also includes Algonquin  Chippewa, Odawa, Ojibway  and Pottawatomi.

We honour the indigenous nations and people who have long been the rights holders and stewards of the lands and waters of Turtle Island (North America), on which we have the privilege to live and work. We recognize the painful legacy and continued impact of colonization, residential schools and discriminatory laws on Indigenous communities.

RFECY is committed to advancing truth and reconciliation and working towards building renewed relationships to address past harms. We commit to learning from Indigenous values and knowledge, building opportunities for collaboration, and recognizing that we are all connected.