Truth and Reconciliation Week 2026

By Elaina Cox
Sustainable Forestry Initiative
September 24, 2026
Category: Business & Politics
Region: Canada

On September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools and consider what reconciliation can look like in action. …Forests are places of culture, language, history, identity, and connection to the land. Supporting the revitalization of Indigenous Knowledges is an important part of building a stronger forestry sector. This means: Creating meaningful opportunities for Indigenous leadership and participation in forestry; Supporting Indigenous youth pursuing education and careers in forestry and natural resource management; Respecting and learning from Indigenous land-based Knowledges and perspectives; Building long-term partnerships with Indigenous communities based on trust, respect, and shared priorities; and Recognizing that Indigenous Knowledges are held by communities and should be shared according to their direction, protocols, and consent. Reconciliation in forestry is about building relationships, creating opportunities, and supporting Indigenous communities in revitalizing and carrying their knowledge forward for future generations.

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