The BC Assembly of First Nations is calling on all levels of government, institutions and Canadians to renew their commitment towards the 94 Calls to Action within the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report.
Today (Tuesday), marks the 10th anniversary of its official launch and publication.
“The TRC specifically calls for the full adoption and implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (The Declaration) as the framework for reconciliation in Canada,” stated Regional Chief Terry Teegee.
“BC was the first jurisdiction in Canada to implement The Declaration, and British Columbians should be very proud of that.”
The group asks Canadians to reflect on the journey over the past decade, since the release of the TRC Final Report, and the struggle to correct centuries of colonial harm and systemic discrimination.
“We must fight the spread of denialism regarding the legacy of residential schools and First Nations rights and continue to advance the work to uphold these legal obligations and commitments,” added Teegee.
More information about the TRC Final Report and the 94 Calls to Action can be found here.
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