Anti-racism

One of the recommendations  suggested in the 8th principle audit of our congregation completed by Pauline Kajiura was to document the actions, milestones and success to date.  Committees and groups in our congregation were asked to contribute to the attached compilation which was shared with the congregation at our 135th Anniversary Service, Sunday, May 19, 2024..We’ve accomplished a great … Read more

In Memory of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S) On Sunday, May 5th, Red Dress Day was acknowledged by Rev. Jamie and Janice Webster during our Sunday morning service.  On this day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit … Read more

Consider attending this event on Mothers’ Day weekend – May 11 & 12, co-hosted by Six Nations of the Grand River and Waterloo University.  Chiefswood Park is in Oshweken on the Reserve and is a lovely spot to visit.  McMaster Indigenous Professor Kitty Lickers will be speaking on May 12 about food sovereignty and seed … Read more

Take some time (37 minutes) to listen to Tom Power’s (CBC Q) interview with the amazing Tonya Williams, recipient of a 2024 Changemaker Award. The Canadian Academy (Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television) gives this honour to individuals who use their voices and platforms to call out systemic racism and discrimination; supporting and amplifying the … Read more

We have had a request to repost these letters that Rev. Victoria wrote during the COVID shutdown. These letters detail the period of time when our church was making the decision to approve the 8th Principle.  They contain a great deal of valuable information and resources, both about this transition period, and also that are of … Read more