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Taking Steps Toward Reconciliation In 2022, there has never been a greater need for reconciliation and healing in our community. Saskatoon Community Foundation began its journey of reconciliation in 2016, signing the Philanthropic Community Declaration for Action, and committing to support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. The foundation is grateful to cultural advisors Eugene and Lorna Arcand, Judy Pelly, and Gilbert Kewistep for their guidance in this journey. “We know both Indigenous and nonIndigenous community members want to participate in reconciliation in a meaningful way,” said Saskatoon Community Foundation CEO Carm Michalenko. “Saskatoon Community Foundation board and staff members have taken steps to learn about Truth and Reconciliation, to be allies of Indigenous peoples in a good way, and to support reconciliation through funding. With our foundation’s expanding community of support, we are resolved to do more, to be bold, and take action.” Since establishing the Community Fund for Reconciliation in 2017 to direct funding for Indigenous-led partnerships that advance reconciliation, Saskatoon Community Foundation has granted over $685,000 to
Cultural advisors Eugene and Lorna Arcand projects in the community. Funds raised through the Nutrien Saskatoon Community Foundation Cultural Gala have been a major part of this commitment. The Walk with the Wind Gala takes place on September 24, 2022 at TCU Place. To learn more
about reconciliation grants and initiatives, or to support the Community Fund for Reconciliation or Gala, visit www.saskatooncommunityfoundation.ca/ initiatives/reconciliation/
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