Sharing the journey: Indigenous voices on reconciliation

Marilyn Yadułtin Jensen is from Carcross/Tagish First Nation, one of the Yukon's self-governing modern treaty nations. Marilyn tells her people's journey to self-determination and shares the joy of reclaiming her culture through songs and dances.

Xavier Watso reconnected with the Abenaki culture from Odanak as an adult. He now uses his social media platforms to share it with the world, building bridges between Indigenous and non-Indigenous audiences.

Leena Tatiggaq Evic lives in Iqaluit where she dedicates her life to the teaching and preservation of the Inuktut language and Inuit way of life. Her story shows how Indigenous languages play an essential role in maintaining cultural traditions and community well-being.

Métis Elder Maxime Morin, from Île-à-la-Crosse in northern Saskatchewan, reflects on his childhood experience in the school system and the power of forgiveness as a step toward healing.