Bruce County has endorsed a Reconciliation Action Plan.
Starting in January 2022 the county has been progressing through a comprehensive Indigenous Reconciliation Planning Initiative featuring a phased ongoing delivery of training and development of an action plan.
On July 4th the plan was endorsed.
Next steps for the county is to remain committed to pursuing and embracing its relationships and exploring reconciliation pathways with Indigenous serving organizations reflecting the distinct rights, histories and priorities of Indigenous peoples.
“This is the first milestone in the process of reconciliation with the Indigenous people of Bruce County, and importantly the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. There is much hard work ahead to realize the commitment made in this Action Plan.”
I want to thank the Councils of both the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation and Saugeen First Nation; without their knowledge and willingness to engage in conversations this work would not be possible,” said Warden Peabody.