10/13/2026
In celebrating the ongoing journey towards in Baawaating , worked in collaboration with Chair, and Vice Chair, to share their truth and provide guidance to create displays that tell the story of the bush plane, its connection and impact on the children that attended .
In celebrating the ongoing efforts towards in Baawaating, panel discussions provided the opportunity for attendees to hear and gain insight into the unique pathways and ongoing work of , , at , in providing community-based, culturally centered care while navigating a colonial system.
The youth leaders , , , from and , from , shared their insight as to the barriers they face while providing recommendations for supporting Indigenous youth, families and communities.
The team at , , and shared that it is within the most difficult moments in which action is the most meaningful while ensuring the history of Baawaating and Chief Shingwauk's Vision remains present.
, , , and shared their insight on how to depict the truth of IRS while including the achievements of Indigenous bush plane pilots in a permanent display.
The finale for the event was the public unveiling of the panel displays that were designed by , Communications Lead for the at the , who worked with intent, love and respect to ensure that the Survivor stories, the archival information provided by the and the were accurately portrayed. To see these incredible panel display in person please go to the !
Our gratitude to who provided opening prayer, who gifted us with our drum songs for our Jingle Dress Dancers and ! A special shout out to who coordinated the venue, , who provided the technical support, for the nourishment and for supporting the Survivors and the event!
To view the entire event please go to: https://lnkd.in/gXCG-uf9
