Annual collection for the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund May 6 and 7.

A sincere thank you for your donations to the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund. There is still very much to be done to repair the legacy of the past, to overcome deep-seated systemic racism, and to establish an equal footing between reconciled indigenous and non-indigenous peoples. No measure can fully erase the pain of the survivors or that of the people living with intergenerational trauma. However, by listening to and cultivating trusting relationships with our indigenous peoples, we hope to learn to walk together on the path leading to truth and healing. The projects we will be able to support locally, thanks to your generosity, will be concrete signs of our commitment to accompany our indigenous brothers and sisters on the long road to reconciliation. For those who may not have had the opportunity to contribute to the Reconciliation Fund, there are envelopes still available in the churches. You can pick one up and make your donation whenever you wish. Thank you very, very much. May God bless us and sustain us in our efforts to bring people together leading to reconciliation.

Archbishop Valéry Vienneau