(AGENPARL) - Roma, 7 Marzo 2024 - (AGENPARL) – gio 07 marzo 2024 Office of the Lieutenant Governor
Room 235, Legislative Building
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3C 0V8
News Release
March 7, 2024
“RECONCILIATION THROUGH EDUCATION”
Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and
Reconciliation to partner on a seven-part free public speakers’ series at
Government House
Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to announce a new initiative, in partnership with the
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), to provide Manitobans the opportunity to
learn about the truth of our history from First Nations, Métis and Inuit knowledge keepers.
Presenters will share experience and insight on how all we can all play a role in the ongoing
work of truth, reconciliation and healing to build a more respectful and just society for all.
The first presentation of the “Reconciliation Through Education” series will be held on
Thursday, March 21 and will feature Kaila Johnson, director of education, outreach and
public programming at NCTR, speaking on the history of the residential school system.
Those wishing to attend MUST register in advance with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor
by calling 204-945-2753. Seating is limited. Guests may reserve a maximum of two seats per
registration. There is no cost to attend.
Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Program begins at 7 p.m. Parking is available on both sides of the
Government House driveway. Light refreshments to follow.
Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item for the Lieutenant Governor’s Sharing Hope
Initiative.
Presentations will be livestreamed and available through our website, www.manitobalg.ca.
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Media Inquiries only: 204-945-2752