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The Tsuut'ina Nation Police Service (TNPS) is pleased to be hosting Reframing Our Relationships with Indigenous Communities. This two-day event is dedicated to developing a greater understanding of Canada's true shared history. The conference will examine the ongoing effects of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and discriminatory legislation, along with how these historical realities continue to shape the present experience in the justice system. We’ll explore how current-day challenges are connected to historical injustices, and how reconciliation requires both knowledge and meaningful action.
This event brings together leaders of the police, professionals in justice, educators, and community members to reflect on how greater knowledge of the past could inform a brighter future. Through learning and dialogue, Reframing Our Relationships seeks to enhance participants' knowledge of Canada's shared history and build respectful, trust-based relationships between communities and institutions.
This conference is directly in line with Call to Action #57 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, where governments and public institutions are urged to provide education to public servants on Indigenous Peoples' history, such as residential schools, treaties, Indigenous law, and intercultural competency. These sessions are designed to help attendees to develop their knowledge of Indigenous rights, increase cultural awareness, and implement reconciliation principles into their daily work and decision-making.
Reframing Our Relationships with Indigenous Communities is TNPS's ongoing commitment to reconciliation and education.
Sessions and discussion will include:
- Understanding history and current impacts on Indigenous peoples
- Enhancing police, justice system, and community relationships
- Learning from Indigenous-led community safety, wellness, and reconciliation approaches
- Fostering respectful dialogue to enhance learning and positive change
We are proud to present a strong speaker and presenter lineup including:
- Holly Fortier – Indigenous cultural awareness educator and filmmaker
- The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould – Former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada
- Pam Palmater – Lawyer, scholar, and advocate for Indigenous sovereignty and justice reform
- Susan Aglukark – Award-winning Inuk musician, author, and advocate for Indigenous youth
- Brandi Morin – Acclaimed journalist and human rights advocate
- Mark Pooley – Director, Center for Human Identification, Investigative Support Unit (ISU)
- Jesse Salus – Senior Lands Researcher, Tsuut'ina Nation
- Tsuut'ina Nation Police Service Chief Keith Blake
- Chief Dwayne Zacharie – Kahnawake Peacekeepers
Media Availability
Members of the media are invited to a media availability prior to the start of the conference:
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino – Crowchild Boardroom
The session will be hosted by Brittany Ouellette and feature remarks from Chief Keith Blake, Inspector Dawn-Lyn Blake, and visiting dignitaries.
Photography and video can take place during availability, and media are welcome to remain for the conference.
Conference Schedule Summary
- Tuesday, October 28: Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. | Banquet at 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 29: Conference sessions 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Media and visitors are permitted to stay for all sessions of the conference, with video allowed except for cultural or ceremonial practices.
This conference represents an important step along our shared journey of reconciliation. It’s an opportunity to listen, learn from, and engage with Indigenous perspectives and opinions. To think about the ways in which relationships can be built anew through truth, understanding, and respect.
Contact and RSVP
To reserve media space or for more information, email:
communications@tsuutinapolice.com
Additional information, including the agenda and list of dignitaries, will be provided closer to the time.
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