Welcome to the 2022 RPG ALLIANCE Convention!

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honour and celebrate this territory.

We are all blessed by this land and we wish to thank and honour its first peoples.

In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, we have included Miskanawah, an indigenous, multi-service organization, in our con's Charity Drive.

Guided by Indigenous teachings, Miskanawah offers evidence-informed, supportive services for people in the Calgary area as they strengthen their circles of self, family, community, and culture.

From their webpage:

Miskanawah (mis-con-a-wah, meaning "Pathways" in Cree) is our philosophical framework that is rooted in Indigenous teachings, ceremonies and guidance from Elders. These traditional values and beliefs have tremendous healing potential and are embedded within our service delivery practices. As its name implies, this approach guides individuals and families in building pathways to and within the community, strengthening their natural supports, and engaging in healthier ways of living.

Miskanawah is a multi-service organization, offering programs for children, youth, families, and community.

Over 2/3 of the children in Alberta's Child Welfare System are Indigenous children. There are more Indigenous children in care today than at the peak of Residential Schools. Miskanawah works with Children and Family Services to keep children and youth in safe, nurturing, and culturally responsive environments.

Miskanawah is unique because we invite all Calgarians to learn and celebrate Indigenous culture in the spirit of reconciliation.

Photo Credit to Tom Kalis (Many thanks Tom, this land is beautiful beyond words).