Premier Danielle Smith's National Day reconciliation address

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Canadians unite in understanding, acknowledging, and considering the legacy of residential schools. Additionally, this day emphasizes the significance of fostering and bolstering ties between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples as well as the necessity of reconciliation.



On September thirtieth, national day for truth and reconciliation Canadians come together to learn, recognize, and reflect on the history and enduring legacy of residential schools. This day highlights the trauma experienced by many while fostering hope for a healthier future.

And for sizing the need for reconciliation, what we refer to as reconcile the action, the day underscores the importance of building and strengthening relationships between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples. The premier's council on missing and murdered indigenous women and girls and to spirit people plays a crucial role in this process by advising the
government on actions to address the ongoing impacts of violence against these groups, ensuring that indigenous voices and perspectives remained central to policy development.
Additionally, our government set up the indigenous reconciliation initiative that provides funding of up to one hundred thousand dollars for cultural or economic projects through two different streams. The cultural stream supports indigenous-led initiatives that protect and revitalize indigenous languages, cultures, and arts, or the economic stream focuses on pro
objects aimed at improving economic outcomes for communities; furthermore, the government is making meaningful strides to foster partnerships through initiatives like the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation. This organization and powers indigenous nations are transforming ideas into action, driving indigenous prosperity and independent through investment and active participation in key sectors across the province
Together, these initiatives reflect commitment to building a more just and inclusive future for indigenous peoples.