As we approach June, let’s take the time to recognize National Indigenous History Month and honour the diverse histories, cultures, and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. This month culminates in National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, a day to celebrate Indigenous knowledge, contributions, and resilience.

As union members, we have a collective responsibility to learn from Indigenous perspectives and advocate for equity and reconciliation in our workplaces and communities. Indigenous members play an invaluable role in our union, shaping discussions, strengthening solidarity, and driving meaningful change.

Indigenous Peoples have lived on these lands since time immemorial, shaping the country we share today. Advancing reconciliation requires a commitment to truth, understanding, and respect—an effort that belongs to all of us. As the Honourable Murray Sinclair once said, “The road we travel is equal in importance to the destination we seek. There are no shortcuts. When it comes to truth and reconciliation, we are forced to go the distance.”

Let’s move forward together, ensuring that justice, fairness, and reconciliation remain at the heart of our union’s values.

Thank you all for your unwavering dedication to reconciliation and for ensuring that equity, justice, and inclusion remain at the heart of our union’s work.

Thank you / Wela’lin / Ekosani / Miigwech / Meegwetch / Marsee / Mahseecho / Mutna / Wopida / Gunałchéesh / Hei Hei / Marci Cho / ᖁᐊᓇᖅᑯᑎᑦ / Quanaqqutit / Nakurmik / Kukwstsétsemc / Tiawenhk / Woliwon