Truth and Reconciliation

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is located on Treaty 6 territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11. We recognize that we stand upon land that carries the footsteps of many Indigenous Peoples, including the Nehiyawak, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, and Métis. The City honours the First Peoples of this land and is committed to fostering reconciliation through relationship building, knowledge gathering, and education.

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is committed to Truth and Reconciliation. We recognize the need to support all Indigenous communities, understand the truth of Canada’s colonial history, and celebrate and uplift Indigenous voices, culture, and tradition.

In March 2021, City Council expressed support for Truth and Reconciliation work in Fort Saskatchewan at a municipal level and directed administration to continue researching and consulting with Indigenous partners.

Honouring the Past, Committing to the Future

Since 2021, the City has committed to respectfully building relationships with Indigenous communities. This includes hosting educational events, inviting guest speakers, lowering flags to half-mast, and observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a statutory holiday. As we mark this important day, we reaffirm our ongoing commitment to this journey.

Get Involved

This year's event continues the City's commitment to Truth and Reconciliation by connecting with Indigenous partners, including consultants, governing bodies, and local community members. We aim to identify individuals interested in collaborating with us, fostering a respectful and positive way forward.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024

If you would like to share insights or ideas or join in the learning, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Amber Grant at agrant@fortsask.ca.

Information on Residential Schools

Awareness of Indigenous issues and Truth and Reconciliation has been on the rise across Canada, spurred in large part by discoveries of thousands of Indigenous children in mass graves at Residential Schools. Conversations about how to approach Truth and Reconciliation and support Indigenous communities are becoming increasingly common across the country, including in Fort Saskatchewan.

Indigenous communities have known about the realities of Residential Schools for generations, but many Canadians may be unaware of the impact these government-operated schools had on Indigenous Peoples.

We encourage all Fort Saskatchewan residents to take this opportunity to learn about Residential Schools and their continuing impact on Indigenous Peoples. The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) offers a number of excellent resources to help you begin your learning journey.