Mapping the Ground We Stand On from Alongside Hope

You are invited to join us for Alongside Hope's workshop Exploring the Ground We Stand On hosted by St. John's Shaughnessy's Learning Group on Indigenous Issues.

Exploring maps helps us understand our histories; our social, economic and political stories; where we came from; and, where we are in relationship with each other.

At the centre of the Mapping Exercise is a large map of Canada (called Turtle Island by some First Nations).  We’ll learn about the First Peoples and the waves of settlers in recent centuries, explore why early European explorers called Canada an empty land (“terra nullius”) and consider what that means today. We’ll watch excerpts from Anglican Church of Canada’s “Doctrine of Discovery” and hear Indigenous voices.  Please come to share, learn, be challenged and be engaged.

The Mapping Exercise was developed by Alongside Hope in answer to the Calls to Action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

This workshop will be led by Michael Shapcott, Executive Director of Sorrento Retreat Centre in British Columbia and trained facilitator.

For more information about Mapping the Ground We Stand On or Alongside Hope click here.