Moving forward to meaningful reconciliation
September 24, 2025 · 12:00 - 1:30pm
Organized by: Ethics and Discernment Center
Audience: General public
Elder Dr. Whiskeyjack will share his story as a residential school survivor and what reconciliation means to him from an Elder's perspective.
Join us for a special webinar with Elder Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack, a respected Elder, cultural advisor and residential school survivor. In this session, Elder Dr. Whiskeyjack will share his personal story and reflect on what reconciliation means from an Elder’s perspective.
Speakers
Elder Dr. Francis Whiskeyjack (Residential School Survivor)
Elder Dr. Whiskeyjack is a trusted cultural advisor and elder and has guided countless educators and students in Edmonton Public Schools and other community organizations. He is committed to advocate on behalf of Indigenous people and in a spirit of inclusivity, encourages us all to ‘be proud of who you are, but be gentle with each other. The values espoused by Elder Dr. Whiskeyjack are critically important to us as we come together as a community of students, educators, and parents with a shared educational goal.