UPCOMING EVENTS

Thursday, April 18
Celebrating Identities with The Amazing Two Spirit Couple

Doors open at 6PM. Show at 7PM. Free Admission!
Broadway Theatre
Presented in partnership with Reconciliation Saskatoon, City of Saskatoon and Saskatoon Industry Education Council with funding support from SaskCulture.

Anthony Johnson and Dr. James Makokis shattered conventional norms as the first-ever Two-Spirit team on the Amazing Race Canada. Their inspiring journey brought critical issues of gender, sexuality, and First Nations experiences to the national spotlight. Demonstrating tenacity, resilience, and indomitable spirit, they triumphed in Season 7, setting a ground-breaking precedent for diverse representation in popular media. While they may seem inseparable, each brings a unique perspective, a distinct skill set, and a wealth of lived experiences that have shaped them into the advocates they are today. Their intertwined journeys as individuals, as a Two-Spirit couple, and as part of the rich tapestry of their peoples’ history, have fuelled their work in service and in advocacy. Their focus lies in raising awareness about the challenges faced by First Nation and LGBTQ2S communities, and the need for equity and accessibility. As they traverse Canada, sharing tales of their Amazing Race journey, their community endeavours, and their unique perspectives, they provide insightful recommendations on how to further their cause and challenge oppressive stereotypes. Their mission is to globally unite allies in the pursuit of equal access and fair treatment for the communities they represent.

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Monday, April 29
Reconciliation Saskatoon: Rock Your Roots meeting

We invite community to gather to talk about the Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation. Coffee, snacks will be served and all are welcome!
9:30am  – 11am CUMFI (Central Urban Métis Federation Inc.)
315 Avenue M South
 

Fri, May 31
Reconciliation Flag Raising Ceremony

This annual event takes place at Civic Square, beside City Hall in Saskatoon (222 3rd Ave North). A Pipe Ceremony will take place in the morning, followed by the Flag Raising Ceremony starting at 10am.
Supported by SK Lotteries and SAISIA

Fri, June 21
Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation

10:00am Assemble at Victoria Park
10:30am Walk begins
12pm Activities in the park hosted by Saskatoon Indian Métis Friendship CentreThe Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation is returning to its original date on June 21–National Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We invite you to watch this video on the origins of the walk!

The Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation honours Residential School Survivors and invites community to show up and demonstrate their commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. “Rock your roots” by wearing the cultural regalia of your ancestors or carrying your nation’s flag. Or wear orange to honour the Survivors!
 
 
Golf carts are used to transport Elders/Knowledge Keepers and Survivors along the walk route. People with mobility issues who cannot walk the route are also invited to ride in the golf carts. If you need to ride in a golf cart for the walk, please reserve a space by emailing Carrie at beaconnectr@gmail.com
 
The walk includes a 40 min – 60 min route that proceeds along the river. Along the walk, cultural performers are stationed to enrich the walk and showcase inclusion and diversity in the city. Participants finish their circular route and end up back in Victoria Park where there is a stage and activities.
After the walk, the Saskatoon Indian Métis Friendship Centre hosts a celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Stay tuned for details!

We are grateful for support for the Rock Your Roots walk from: 

SUN SUPPORTERS: Blue Cross Saskatchewan, SIGA, BHP, SGI Canada, Nutrien

MOON SUPPORTERS: Federated Cooperatives Limited, Canadian Race Relations Foundation

SKY SUPPORTERS: Affinity Credit Union, McKercher LLP

 

FROM PREVIOUS ROCK YOUR ROOTS EVENTS:

  • WATCH OUR ONLINE EVENT FROM NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY 2021

    Hear stories about the origin of the Walk for Reconciliation, listen to communities walking for reconciliation, watch cultural performances, and more! Special thanks to the SK Intercultural Association for their role in organizing the online event.

  • KNOW YOUR ROOTS MAP PROJECT

    Follow this link to Know Your Roots, an online and pdf map of reconciliation projects around Saskatoon. This project was initiated by the Rock Your Roots Organizing Committee and is a collaboration between Reconciliation Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Public Library.

  • STORIES FROM RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS

    Our Be A ConnectR YouTube channel features Residential School Survivors telling us about why the Walk for Reconciliation is important to them, as well as sharing stories. Listen, learn, show up and share these important truths.