by communications@cwl.ca | Oct 1, 2024 | Indigenous Resources
In his pilgrimage to Canada in July 2022, Pope Francis described his apostolic journey to Canada as a “penitential pilgrimage.” He began his message at Maskwacis by saying, “I have come to your native lands to tell you in person of my sorrow, to implore God’s...
by communications@cwl.ca | Aug 13, 2024 | Conventions, In the News, Indigenous Resources, Media, News Releases, Present Convention
A glimpse into the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples on the prairies: As part of the 104th Annual National Convention, members were able to enjoy a visit to Wanuskewin Heritage Park, a sacred spot north of the city of Saskatoon where Indigenous peoples have...
by communications@cwl.ca | Jul 23, 2024 | Indigenous Resources, Spotlight
Our Lady of Assumption Parish Council (Lethbridge, AB) was honored to present The Blanket Exercise with Facilitators Shelley Kirkvold, Co-Ordinator of First Nations, Metis and Inuit Education with Holy Spirit School Division and Emily Fox, First Nations, Metis and...
by cwlnational | Jan 30, 2024 | Indigenous Resources, Spotlight
St. Henry’s Parish Council (Melville, SK) had the pleasure of having their member, Bernice Lerat (nee Stonechild) speak to them at the January Regular Meeting. Bernice is a residential school survivor where she was forced to attend for 12 years. Bernice shared...
by cwlnational | Dec 12, 2023 | In the News, Indigenous Resources, Media, News Releases
On December 12th, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, the Church in Canada also celebrates the National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. This year, we take a moment to recall the Holy Father’s Penitential Pilgrimage to...
