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Connecting Oral and Written Traditions: Knowledge Transfer for Truth and Reconciliation
September 27, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join us virtually on September 27, 2024, for a meaningful exploration of Truth and Reconciliation, as we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This one-hour event will focus on “Connecting Oral and Written Traditions: Knowledge Transfer for Truth and Reconciliation” and is designed to foster understanding and healing within the business community.
Our keynote speaker, Desmond Jackson – Mii’ Siin’ Skii Saahk’ koom’ apii (Badger Boy) – will guide us through a powerful dialogue on the significance of bridging Indigenous oral traditions with Western written frameworks. Desmond, with his rich experience in both worlds, will share how knowledge transfer plays a critical role in the path to reconciliation, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and learning.
This virtual session is a crucial opportunity for businesses to engage in the ongoing conversation about Indigenous rights, the impact of history on communities today, and how we can all play a role in fostering meaningful partnerships. Together, we will explore ways to build stronger, more inclusive relationships through the understanding of both oral and written knowledge systems.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation. Register today and join us in supporting the journey toward Truth and Reconciliation.
Keynote Speaker
Desmond Jackson – Mii’ Siin’ Skii Saahk’ koom’ apii (Badger Boy)
Desmond Jackson, born in Pincher Creek, AB, and raised on the Piikani First Nation, is a proud member of the Thunder Pipe Society, deeply connected to his Blackfoot heritage. A former RCMP officer with 13 years of service, Desmond excelled in major crimes and MMIWG investigations, earning recognition for his work. He helped establish healing circles in the Yukon Territory and collaborated with TELUS to launch the “Home Phone for Good” program, supporting vulnerable Indigenous communities. Now serving as the Indigenous Relations Advisor for the Town of Okotoks, Desmond uses his unique ability to navigate both Indigenous oral traditions and Western frameworks, fostering partnerships and understanding between both worlds.
With a special announcement from Dale Swampy, President, National Coalition of Chiefs
Dale Swampy, a member of the Samson Cree Nation, is a long-standing advocate for Indigenous rights and economic partnerships. As President of the National Coalition of Chiefs, he strives to eradicate on-reserve poverty by fostering relationships between First Nations and Canada’s natural resource industry. His efforts include establishing significant Indigenous partnerships in pipeline projects, notably the Northern Gateway Aboriginal Equity Partners group. Swampy’s influence extends across multiple boards and advisory roles, promoting sustainable development and enhanced living standards through resource management.
