reconciliation
commitment
We at the Tamarack Institute recognize that, across this land, Indigenous rights holders continue to endure systematic oppression and inequities that have resulted from widespread colonialist systems and ideologies. Recognizing the importance of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives, knowledges, and sovereignty, we commit to building intention, respect, reciprocity, collaboration, and cultural humility into the relationships we hold with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit rights holders. We seek to create opportunities for shared learning, co-creation, and collective action that honour First Nations, Métis, and Inuit values, traditions, and aspirations and that honour reconciliation.
Through our commitment to reconciliation, we will also incorporate Indigenization and decolonization frameworks into our work. While connected, each is distinct in its goals and approaches, and each is equally important in fostering equity and justice for Indigenous Peoples.
In recognition of Tamarack’s position as guests on the ancestral homelands of Indigenous Peoples, we commit that work related to reconciliation will be led by individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, seeking external support where internal team member capability is limited.
