Reconciliation Matters
LightNews LightNews
banner
rec-matters.bsky.social
Reconciliation Matters
@rec-matters.bsky.social
68 followers 14 following 150 posts
Posts Replies Media Videos
rec-matters.bsky.social
Could Tsleil-Waututh Nation be a candidate to buy into the Vancouver Whitecaps?
👇
theprovince.com/sports/socce...
Could Tsleil-Waututh Nation be a candidate to buy into the Vancouver Whitecaps?
They're in the midst of taking over the casino licence at Hastings and the Whitecaps are looking at building a stadium there
theprovince.com
December 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Squamish Nation delivers 1,500 holiday hampers bringing festive meals to the community

The Christmas hamper initiative has been an annual staple since the 1970s

👇👇

www.nsnews.com/local-news/s...
Squamish Nation delivers 1,500 holiday hampers bringing festive meals to the community
The Christmas hamper initiative has been an annual staple since the 1970s
www.nsnews.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:53 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
'Action is the key': Marking 10 years of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in N.W.T. 👇👇

The anniversary is a time to re-engage with reconciliation, northerners say

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
'Action is the key': Marking 10 years of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in N.W.T. | CBC News
A decade ago, the TRC issued 10 reports, and a list of 94 calls to action to advance reconciliation. The anniversary marks some progress and a lot of work yet to be done, according to some N.W.T. resi...
www.cbc.ca
December 16, 2025 at 12:50 AM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Pattullo Bridge replacement connecting Surrey and New Westminster given First Nation name stal̕əw̓asəm by the Musqueam and Kwantlen First Nations

👇👇

vancouversun.com/news/pattull...
Pattullo Bridge replacement connecting Surrey and New Westminster given First Nation name stal̕əw̓asəm
The new bridge is expected to be fully open by February after being phased in beginning Dec. 24.
vancouversun.com
December 8, 2025 at 11:50 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Happening this weekend! Tsleil-Waututh Nation Christmas craft fair returns celebrating Indigenous art and culture 🎄🎄🎁

www.nsnews.com/local-news/t...
Tsleil-Waututh Nation Christmas craft fair returns celebrating Indigenous art and culture
The festive market is taking place this weekend, featuring more than 80 vendors from across B.C.
www.nsnews.com
December 6, 2025 at 7:23 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Indigenous cultural belongings return to Canada from Vatican
👇👇
www.cbc.ca/news/indigen...
Indigenous cultural belongings return to Canada from Vatican | CBC News
A delegation from the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation and four First Nations youth are accompanying 62 items on a flight from Frankfurt, Germany, to Montreal.
www.cbc.ca
December 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Reconciliation is a movement, not a moment: Ten Years of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
🧡👇
nctr.ca/statements-a...
Reconciliation is a movement, not a moment: Ten Years of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation - NCTR
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) was born from the mandate of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) to serve as the permanent, sacred home for the truths of re...
nctr.ca
December 5, 2025 at 8:13 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Heritage in panels: səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) artist bridges past and present in new innovative exhibit at the MAE 👇
www.sfu.ca/fenv/news/Ts...
Heritage in panels: səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) artist bridges past and present in new innovative exhibit at the MAE
www.sfu.ca
December 2, 2025 at 6:22 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Industry and First Nations in northern B.C. work together to build a healthier forest future
👇👇

pgdailynews.ca/index.php/20...
Industry and First Nations in northern B.C. work together to build a healthier forest future
In the Mackenzie Natural Resource District, businesses like East Fraser Fiber Co. Ltd. (EFF), continue to maximize the recovery and utilization of uneconomical fibre. In collaboration with First Na…
pgdailynews.ca
November 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Reposted by Reconciliation Matters
nctr-um.bsky.social
Join us on December 1st for a virtual information session to learn more about the Missing Children & Unmarked Burials initiative and to provide feedback on this crucial work.
This session will be delivered in English.

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 24, 2025 at 3:34 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Indigenous literature to become mandatory in Quebec school curriculum 👇
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Writers welcome move to make Indigenous literature mandatory in Quebec schools | CBC News
For the first time, Quebec elementary and secondary school students will be required to read the works of Indigenous authors.
www.cbc.ca
November 21, 2025 at 5:56 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week breathes its values deep
www.straight.com/living/vanco...
Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week breathes its values deep
The event will be undergoing some changes this year.
www.straight.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:53 AM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Prime minister says Louis Riel's legacy 'helps to unite' Canada at event marking Métis leader's execution

Carney believed to be first sitting prime minister to attend Winnipeg commemoration event
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Carney says Louis Riel's legacy 'helps to unite' Canada at event marking Métis leader's execution | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney laid a wreath at the grave of Louis Riel to mark the 140th anniversary of the Red River Métis leader's execution at a ceremony in Winnipeg on Sunday morning.
www.cbc.ca
November 17, 2025 at 12:55 AM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Vatican agrees to return Indigenous artifacts👇👇

www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
Vatican agrees to return Indigenous artifacts
The Vatican is returning 62 artifacts to Indigenous communities in Canada. Pope Leo is giving the items to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on Dec. 6. CBC’s Megan Williams joins from Vatica...
www.cbc.ca
November 15, 2025 at 8:45 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre will be hosting Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week in Whistler for its Grand Finale.
www.piquenewsmagazine.com/local-arts/a...
Above the Clouds Fashion Show bound for Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
The event runs Nov. 23 alongside an Indigenous Artisan Market
www.piquenewsmagazine.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:14 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Tsleil-Waututh Nation reaches deal to buy Vancouver's Hastings Casino from Great Canadian Entertainment
👇👇
www.yogonet.com/internationa...
Tsleil-Waututh Nation reaches deal to buy Vancouver's Hastings Casino from Great Canadian Entertainment | Yogonet International
First Nations expand casino ownership Vancouver’s Hastings Racecourse & Casino
www.yogonet.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:11 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Could a rise in Indigenous-led developments move the needle on Canada's housing shortage? 👇

New housing developments by First Nations offer affordable homes near cities

www.cbc.ca/radio/costof...
Could a rise in Indigenous-led developments move the needle on Canada's housing shortage? | CBC Radio
From Squamish Nation in B.C. to Millbrook First Nation in N.S., housing developments led by Indigenous peoples are on the rise. Often offered through leaseholds, some say these homes are helping with ...
www.cbc.ca
November 10, 2025 at 6:54 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
National Indigenous Veterans Day observed in Vancouver
vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/11/09/v...
National Indigenous Veterans Day observed in Vancouver Saturday
A moment of silence was observed at Victory Square Saturday, honouring the brave contributions Indigenous veterans have made to Canada and the world.
vancouver.citynews.ca
November 9, 2025 at 9:10 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Indigenous veterans honoured with sunrise ceremony at Calgary’s Field of Crosses
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
Indigenous veterans honoured with sunrise ceremony at Calgary’s Field of Crosses
November 8 marks Indigenous Veterans Day across Canada — a day of remembrance for First Nations, Métis and Inuit members of the Canadian Armed Forces who fought for this country, often at great person...
www.ctvnews.ca
November 8, 2025 at 8:20 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Every year on Nov. 8, Indigenous Veterans Day is recognized across Canada, and for a SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nation member, a son and nephew of Indigenous veterans, he utilizes this day to educate others. 👇

cheknews.ca/back-to-bein...
'Back to being Indians': Son reflects on stories of his Indigenous veteran family members
Every year on November 8th, Indigenous Veterans Day is recognized across Canada. For SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nation member and son & nephew of Indigenous Veterans, he utilizes this day to educate othe...
cheknews.ca
November 8, 2025 at 6:14 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Canada celebrates Indigenous Veterans Day November 8

hashilthsa.com/news/2025-11...
Canada celebrates Indigenous Veterans Day | Ha-Shilth-Sa Newspaper
Saturday November 8th, 2025, marks the 32nd year of recognizing National Indigenous Veterans Day, after the now country-wide occasion began in Winnipeg. On November 8, 1993 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Mayo...
hashilthsa.com
November 8, 2025 at 4:05 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Langley talk on Saturday Nov 8 honours Indigenous veterans ❤️ 👇👇

Read more at: langleyadvancetimes.com/2025/11/06/l...
November 7, 2025 at 6:55 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Indigenous Veterans Day holds personal meaning for Vancouver Island Ranger
vicnews.com/2025/11/05/i...
Indigenous Veterans Day holds personal meaning for Vancouver Island Ranger - Victoria News
Sgt. Adrian Last says his time with the Canadian Rangers opened the door to his Indigenous roots
vicnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:22 PM
rec-matters.bsky.social
B.C.’s Shalaya Valenzuela named Canada’s top Indigenous female athlete ❤️👇
vicnews.com/2025/11/04/b...
B.C.’s Shalaya Valenzuela named Canada’s top Indigenous female athlete - Victoria News
Port Alberni area First Nation’s rugby player named female recipient of national Tom Longboat Award
vicnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 12:11 AM
rec-matters.bsky.social
Self-government and Reconciliation in Action: Tŝilhqot’in Nation secures agreement to reclaim jurisdiction over child and family services ❤️👇👇
www.albertanativenews.com/tsilhqotin-n...
Tŝilhqot’in Nation secures agreement to reclaim jurisdiction over child and family services - Alberta Native News
by John Wirth (ANNews) – Williams Lake, British Columbia – The Tŝilhqot’in Nation has secured a historic, fully funded agreement to reclaim jurisdiction over child...
www.albertanativenews.com
November 1, 2025 at 10:04 PM