Indigenous Gatherings
We live and work on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. Acknowledging territory shows recognition of and respect for Indigenous peoples—both in the past and the present. Recognition and respect are essential elements of the establishing healthy, reciprocal relations. These relations are key to reconciliation, a process to which Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is committed.
Our staff and volunteers spent a day of training to learn about the historical impacts of colonization and how urban Indigenous people living in Mount Pleasant can be better understood by having a greater understanding of the impacts of policies affecting community members’ lives. We are working on a printed report of the ongoing resilience strategy that includes our House’s step-by-step action plan for what it looks like for us and why this work is meaningful to staff.
To learn more about our House’s involvement with reconciliation, read: Fire Across the Land
Resources for Organizational and Educational Initiatives
Writings on beliefs and teachings
Seven Sacred Teachings by Arval Lookinghorse
Embers by Richard Wagamese
Organizational Development Resources
Indigenous Leadership Approaches to Harmonious and Sustainable Organizations
www.4worlds.orgUp-to-date research of the Reconciliation Movement
www.ahf.ca/publications/research-seriesJolene Andrew’s Blog and Essays on Reconciliation
bindusandremindus.wordpress.com/blog
Our Indigenous Gatherings and Programs
Indigenous Monday Night Dinners
In partnership with the Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society, we invite you to join us for our Indigenous Monday Night Dinner, a welcoming gathering for Indigenous families and individuals. Each time, families come together to share a delicious meal, while enjoying meaningful cultural programming, including guest speakers who share their knowledge and stories. It’s a space to connect, learn, and celebrate Indigenous traditions in a supportive and vibrant community setting.
Date/s: Every Monday (date TBD)
Time: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Location: MPNH (800 E Broadway, Vancouver)
Contact: Front Desk Team at info@mpnh.org
