Grant Wedge

Back to self-employment offering mediation, facilitation, negotiation & consulting services in conflict resolution, intergovernmental and Indigenous relations

[Don Richardson @Don_Richardson]

After 150 years, a prized box returns to the Heiltsuk Nation
in Canada: ‘I felt like royalty traveling with it’ - unlikely return of bentwood box underscores the challenges facing Indigenous communities working to reclaim items raided from their lands

https://t.co/azC84q9b6o

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

@BobRae48 Absolutely!

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

@acoyne Very well said!

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

@aaronhoyland @DerekTGround Looks like a professional job!

[Zoongaabwi @Chief_S_McLeod]

Today the Anishinabek Nation elected 2new leadership positions. Congrats to our new Grand Council Chief Linda Debassagie & Deputy Grand Council Chief Chris Plain! This is a historical day for our AN as we celebrate our first woman to hold the position of GCC.✊🏼

[Sophia Proneikos @Pergament_F]

Umberto Eco, who owned 50,000 books, had this to say about home libraries:

"It is foolish to think that you have to read all the books you buy, as it is foolish to criticize those who buy more books than they will ever be able to read. It would be like saying that you should use all the cutlery or glasses or screwdrivers or drill bits you bought before buying new ones.

"There are things in life that we need to always have plenty of supplies, even if we will only use a small portion.

"If, for example, we consider books as medicine, we understand that it is good to have many at home rather than a few: when you want to feel better, then you go to the 'medicine closet' and choose a book. Not a random one, but the right book for that moment. That's why you should always have a nutrition choice!

"Those who buy only one book, read only that one and then get rid of it. They simply apply the consumer mentality to books, that is, they consider them a consumer product, a good. Those who love books know that a book is anything but a commodity."

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

@dwjudson Yes!

[Tanya Talaga @TanyaTalaga]

One of the brightest and wisest legal minds in Canada is @kahnasatake. @queensu is intensely lucky to have her. Kim is a treasure to all of our Nations. The work Kim has done as the Independent Special Interlocutor @OSI_BIS is precedent setting. Many congratulations Kim. 🧡

[Greg Rickford @GregRickford]

Today marks the beginning of National #IndigenousHistoryMonth. We encourage Ontarians to learn more about the diverse histories, cultures and experiences of Indigenous peoples who helped shape our province.

To read the full #NIHM2024 statement, visit: https://t.co/TXFFH1oZdA

[YWCA Toronto @YWCAToronto]

Today is the International Day Against #Homophobia, #Transphobia, & #Biphobia🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️This year’s theme is ‘No one left behind: equality, freedom & justice for all’ which encourages us to celebrate the diversity of our #2SLGBTQIA+ communities while advocating for change.
#IDAHTB

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

So good to see this progress!

[Greg Rickford @GregRickford]

Today, we announced the historic settlement of the flooding claim between Naicatchewenin First Nation, Canada, and Ontario.

Our government is proud of the progress we have been able to make in lockstep with First Nations across the province.

https://t.co/qJReKVCMOm

[Greg Rickford @GregRickford]

Last week’s signing ceremony in Naicatchewenin marked another flood claim settlement that our government has successfully concluded with Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh, Grand Chief of @GrandCouncilT3.

The progress we have made is helping us move forward together.

📸: Tom Thomson

[Steve Paikin @spaikin]

In the States, it's @MLK. In Canada, it's Lincoln Alexander. I wrote this 11 years ago upon his death. He was born 102 years ago today: https://t.co/9RMuXTePh5 #lincolnalexanderday @LincolnAlexSS @LincolnAlexPS #onpoli #cdnpoli

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

@spaikin @cityofhamilton @Ticats @UofT @McMasterU @MountAllison @OntHumanRights @AECL_EACL @H_P_O @CFL @BlueJays @HamMusicCollect @WesternU @CanadianBrass @MapleLeafs @thedailymartins A life lived to the fullest! My condolences and respect for all she gave to her family and the world

[Indigenous Politics #IndigPoli Blog, News & Info @IndigPoli]

Indigenous people are shattering the glass roof, congrats to Premier-Elect @WabKinew (Anishinaabe). Also huge honour to have Hon. Michelle O’Bonsawin (Abanaki) as Supreme Court Justice and amazing to have the Right Honourable Mary Simon (Inuk ᒥᐊᓕ ᓴᐃᒪᓐ) as Govenor General.

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

Honouring the concluding of Treaty # 3 150 years ago today Oct 3, 1873 at Northwest Angle and may these rights "last as long as the sun will shine and water runs, that is to say forever." Treaty #3 Memorial unveiled in 1981 when I was working with Grand Council Treaty #3.

[Cindy Blackstock @cblackst]

45 books that 'share stories and truths' from women and two-spirit Indigenous creators | CBC Radio https://t.co/357znBt6VK

[NCTR @NCTR_UM]

Learn more about #ResidentialSchools with the #NCTR Interactive Map: https://t.co/KZkJGTHbw0 . Share the closest school to you in the comments. When did it operate? Is it still standing? #reconciliation #reconciliationweek #ResidentialSchoolSurvivors #orangeshirtday @RBC

[Cindy Blackstock @cblackst]

'A great way to Honour Orange Shirt Day this September 30 ‘ A Day To Listen' broadcast returns to 500 radio stations Saturday - Broadcast Dialogue https://t.co/tTfBoxXjJI

[Grant Wedge @Grant_Wedge]

Honouring the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty #3

[Greg Rickford @GregRickford]

Speaking with @OgichidaaKav prior to the commencement of today's 150th anniversary celebrations for the signing of Treaty #3.

I appreciate the opportunity to sit down as friends and discuss family and leadership.