What is truth and reconciliation?

Rachelle Dallaire describes her background, where she’s from and who her people are. She explains how she understands truth and reconciliation, how people and organizations are engaging, and why this work is so important.

Questions for self-reflection

  • Rachelle states, “If we honour the truth, we can reconcile our future”. Why is truth-telling hard?
  • Who gets to speak their truth and who gets silenced?
  • What topics do you find hard or unsafe to talk about? 

Reflections for your workplace

  • How does your workplace demonstrate their commitment to truth and Reconciliation?

More to explore

Resources to know

Indigenous Perspectives Society

Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Secret Life of Canada: The Indian Act

Resources to grow

Sophie Pierre